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Panthers’ emphatic Cleary response as off-contract stars free agency bid revealed — Whispers
The Penrith Panthers have reportedly denied requests on behalf of some of the club’s biggest stars, including Nathan Cleary, about speaking to rivals clubs before the November 1 deadline.
Talking Points: QLD legend’s verdict on big Billy headache... and bold Blues fix; huge Sharks roster call
Magic Round is here and for the first time since its inception, Origin squads are announced the weekend of, with Laurie Daley and Billy Slater to announce their teams for Game 1 on Monday morning.
Fitzy rolled the dice big-time by ‘doing nothing’. He’s about to find out if Sharks faith was justified
“It just looked more important to them, and not important enough to us.”
Tens of thousands of fans descend on Brisbane for blockbuster Magic Round
Brisbane's Lang Park plays host to the NRL's biggest weekend, with 16 teams competing in eight matches, plus game two of the NRLW State of Origin.
How the wisdom of experience won the State of Origin series for New South Wales
New South Wales series win over Queensland proves that sometimes, like anything else, practice makes perfect in State of Origin football.
LIVE: Stars combine as NSW draw first blood in Origin II
The Maroons will be desperate to keep the Women’s State of Origin series alive when they tackle the Blues at Suncorp Stadium tonight.
BREAKING: Dragons confirm ‘significant’ $2.7m coup as Luke Metcalf signs on
The Dragons have continued their signing spree, confirming the addition of star halfback Luke Metcalf on a three-year deal from next season.
Live: Maroons face must-win Origin clash at Lang Park
For the second straight year, the NSW Blues can secure the Women's State of Origin shield in Game II, with the Maroons trying to defend home turf in Brisbane. Follow live.
Young gun to resist rugby interest in Tigers boost; Knights lock down key duo in huge win — Daily
Tigers teen sensation Heamasi Makasini has reportedly committed to the club on a long-term basis.
‘That’s up to him’: Warriors coach doesn’t know when Luke Metcalf will play again
Metcalf wants out of the club and the coach doesn’t know when he will play again but he insists there’s been no falling out. Stuff sports reporters
