Panthers winger Paul Alamoti hit the heights by winning a competition and representing Tonga in 2024, but he’s had to cop some frustrating lows in a “crazy rollercoaster” year in which he was dropped and then sensationally recalled for the finals.

Craig Fitzgibbon has chosen loyalty and the long game to build the Sharks into a title contender, but with most of their key pieces in place time is running out for Cronulla to deliver in the finals.

Sydney Roosters star Victor Radley has been urged to step away and do some “work on himself” after being caught up Rabbitohs star Brandon Smith’s fight against allegations he disclosed inside knowledge for betting and supplied cocaine.

The Kiwis star is alleged to have supplied dangerous drugs and also disclosed inside information for illegal betting. Cloe Read

Rabbitohs star Brandon Smith will fight allegations he disclosed inside knowledge for betting to a friend and supplied cocaine following a brief court appearance.

Who would you want wearing the No 7 jumper in a game of real-life NRL survivor - Jamal Fogarty or Nicho Hynes?

The Panthers have lost elite players each season in their dynasty, but Jarome Luai’s departure shaped as the biggest threat to stopping Ivan Cleary’s side in their tracks.

Commentator Dan Ginnane said the Raiders’ request for their qualifying final against the Broncos to be played on Sunday has backfired.

The Roosters have reportedly contacted star forward Victor Radley’s management and indicated they would like him to find another club in the NRL or the Super League, as they move to cut ties with the England international.

The text messages which Queensland Police allege show South Sydney star Brandon Smith provided inside information about his return to friends have been revealed.