The Pacific Championships and Ashes series are in full swing and the free agency window is about to be blown wide open come November 1.

Ryan Papenhuyzen, who has been heavily linked to breakaway competition Rugby 360, has been released from the final year of his Storm contract. Adrian Proszenko

South Sydney winger Tyrone Munro will fight serious assault allegations which have resulted in him being stood down by the NRL.

The Melbourne Storm are suddenly on the lookout for a new fullback after confirmation Ryan Papenhuyzen had been granted an immediate release from his contract.

The Storm have granted superstar fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen an immediate release from the final year of his NRL contract.

Incoming Titans coach Josh Hannay has explained his decision to release David Fifita and $2m worth of talent, hoping to fix an “area of need”.

Eels coach Jason Ryles has declared his decision to recruit young gun Jonah Pezet for the 2026 season will see “everyone benefit” from a “perfect storm”.

What should the expectations be on the Roosters next year now that the NRL’s worst kept secret is days away from finally becoming official?

Luke Metcalf and Jonah Pezet have decided their futures, but there is still no shortage of star playmakers coming off-contract in 2026 which should ensure a feeding frenzy in the halves market.

Former NRL player Luke Bateman has broken down in tears speaking about the crippling gambling addiction he had during his football career.