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The strict rule behind Penrith’s salary cap genius... and $1m debate to test it

from FOX SPORTS League

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 at 6:43am AEST

Liam Martin’s value to the Penrith Panthers can’t be summed up on paper – even if he has an asking price.

Where it went wrong for the Warriors in a season that once promised so much

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 at 2:00am AEST

ANALYSIS: The aftermath of Sunday’s semifinal loss has been dominated by three referee decisions. Another trio points to the issue the Warriors can actually control. Andrew Voerman

‘What are you talking about?’ Fiery debate over Warriors furore as ‘absurd’ call leaves experts split 

from FOX SPORTS League

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 at 10:16pm AEST

The trio of controversial calls that ended the Warriors’ finals campaign has been put under the microscope in the wake of Ashley Klein’s axing and several shock NRL admissions.

Bombshell $1.2m call on Latrell’s Rabbitohs future emerges... as potential suitors named

from FOX SPORTS League

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 at 8:10pm AEST

Latrell Mitchell is reportedly certain to hit the open market come November 1 with claims emerging the marquee superstar could leave the Rabbitohs in 2028.

NRL set to axe ref Klein after controversial semifinal ending

from ABC News: Rugby League

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 at 6:18pm AEST

The NRL admits the Warriors were wrongly denied a crucial late penalty in their 12-10 semi-final loss to Newcastle, and that could cost top referee Ashley Klein a preliminary final.

Warriors seek answers from NRL over ‘escort’ play that went unpunished

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 at 12:35pm AEST

The Warriors have contacted the NRL to seek answers over several contentious calls in Sunday’s semi-final loss to Newcastle. Christian Nicolussi

Two former referees on the big calls that ended the Warriors’ NRL hopes

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 at 11:27am AEST

ANALYSIS: Andrew Webster called out the officiating after the agonising loss to the Knights. After examining the footage, he had a point. Steve Kilgallon

NRL set to act over 'embarrassing' referee abuse

from ABC News: Rugby League

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 at 11:23am AEST

The NRL is threatening to ban spectators who threw projectiles at referee Ashley Klein, with the league's integrity unit investigating the aftermath of Sunday's semifinal in Auckland.

‘Wanted to risk it’: Halasima defies injury to be Warriors’ best in semifinal loss

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 at 10:36am AEST

The star centre’s 50th NRL match didn’t end the way he wanted, but his individual performance was an all-timer. Andrew Voerman

‘It’s done’: Broncos star tipped to leave after Madge falling out as powerhouse circles — Whispers

from FOX SPORTS League

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 at 9:41am AEST

The Brisbane Broncos are set to be dealt a massive blow, with the club resigned to losing an international forward due to his complicated relationship with coach Michael Maguire.