Lachlan Galvin was “over hyped” as the best teenage footballer Bulldogs general manager Phil Gould had seen, according to NRL journalists, as questions linger over Canterbury’s decision to replace Toby Sexton mid-season.

Lachlan Galvin was “over hyped” as the best teenage footballer Bulldogs general manager Phil Gould had seen, according to NRL journalists, as questions linger over Canterbury’s decision to replace Toby Sexton mid-season.

The Panthers could be set for a big boost with co-captain Isaah Yeo named on the extended bench.

So you’re telling me there’s a chance?

Stephen Crichton thought Payne Haas was just mucking around in Origin camp when they discussed the possibility of him playing for Samoa later this year, but those Leura chats have become a reality with the world’s best prop committing his allegiance to the reigning World Cup finalists.

The Super Rugby team is considering moving up to two home games to Go Media Stadium next season. Sam Smith

First Jackson Ford received a small fine, then he received a larger fine. Then for his third offence this season, it was straight to a three-match ban. Andrew Voerman

Daly Cherry-Evans had two timid moments on the weekend that were red flags for an older player, NRL legend Cooper Cronk says, as conjecture over the halfback’s future rages.

Long-serving former NRL boss David Gallop has reflected on the infamous Melbourne Storm salary cap scandal that rocked the game, revealing one regret in how it was handled but ultimately believing it strengthened the sport.

At 21 and on the back of a breakout season, Ethan Strange has the ball on a string, Canberra's finals fate in his hands and the rugby league world at his feet.