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State of Origin 2026: Jacob Saifiti reflects on being overlooked by NSW Blues in Game One, faces nervous selection wait, Payne Haas, Addin Fonua-Blake, nrl news

from FOX SPORTS League

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 9:00am AEST

Jacob Saifiti was the first State of Origin victim of the fluid six-man bench rules, with the NSW enforcer not getting on in the Accor Stadium opener despite being the only recognised prop forward available.

Foran ‘disappointed’ as Manly golden run ends... but admits confusion amid grim ref stat

from FOX SPORTS League

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 12:00am AEST

Manly interim coach Kieran Foran was left “disappointed” by his side’s first half of footy during a 28-22 loss to Cronulla but admitted he was confused by the officiating.

‘Ramifications for NSW’: Star’s serious injury just days after Origin debut in huge Sharks, Blues blow

from FOX SPORTS League

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 9:57pm AEST

Sharks gun Blayke Brailey is in serious doubt for the rest of the Origin series after suffering a suspected broken arm against Manly.

Live: Red-hot Sharks race out to commanding lead against ill-disciplined Manly

from ABC News: Rugby League

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 7:40pm AEST

First gamer Niwhai Puru crosses for the Sharks in a dominant first half against Kieran Foran's high-flying Sea Eagles. Follow live.

Sharks’ welcome recruiting win after dual blow; Roosters star’s ‘crazy’ Storm call — Daily

from FOX SPORTS League

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 6:00pm AEST

The Sharks have locked down exciting local product Sam Stonestreet long-term, with the winger signing a three-year extension with the club.

Eels reveal Moses injury outlook ahead of Origin II

from ABC News: Rugby League

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 2:26pm AEST

Parramatta do not have any concerns with the handling of Mitchell Moses's fitness in the NSW Blues set-up, as the Eels skipper faces a race against the clock to play before Game II of State of Origin.

‘Not going to lie’: Hidden halfback star’s long wait for Sharks shot as Nicho blow opens door

from FOX SPORTS League

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 11:36am AEST

Sharks halfback Niwhai Puru has finally been gifted the opportunity to play his maiden NRL match on Friday night after years of knocking on the door for a first-grade debut.

At the Broncos, win or the mob hunts you down. That suits Madge just fine... here’s why

from FOX SPORTS League

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 11:35am AEST

Michael Crawley has worked as an assistant coach at the Raiders, Knights and Cowboys as well as a coaching consultant with the Dragons.

‘What are we doing?’: Brutal selection call Daley must make as verdict in on Moses dilemma

from FOX SPORTS League

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 11:15am AEST

Laurie Daley has been urged to make a key change to his Blues side despite NSW claiming a historic victory in the series opener.

Origin stars unhappy to miss NZ Warriors' top-of-table clash

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 10:22am AEST

NZ Warriors stars Mitch Barnett and Kurt Capewell are apparently not thrilled at missing their club's top-of-the-table NRL clash with Penrith Panthers this weekend. Grant Chapman