NRL news from around the web

‘How is that a try?’: NRL controversy after ‘obstruction 101’ cleared in crucial moment

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 4:12pm AEST

The Wests Tigers cruised to a comfortable win over the Manly Sea Eagles on Sunday afternoon but there was plenty of confusion surrounding their fourth try of the game.

‘One of the best’: Another Roosters star makes big England call as Ashes series looms

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 4:03pm AEST

Roosters star Billy Smith has reportedly pledged his international allegiance to England, following the lead of club teammate Victor Radley and Titans star AJ Brimson.

Warriors pair to face NRLW judiciary after being sent off in loss to Raiders

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 3:00pm AEST

Forward Matekino Gray and centre Tysha Ikenasio were both given their marching orders in the first half of the home defeat in Hamilton. Andrew Voerman

LIVE NRL: New-look Cowboys face Knights as O’Brien unleashes rookie

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 2:25pm AEST

Todd Payten’s Cowboys have welcomed back a host of troops for their clash against the Knights, with five stars slotting in.

Live: Finals chances on the line as desperate Manly takes on Wests Tigers

from ABC News: Rugby League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 1:46pm AEST

Manly must beat Wests Tigers on Sunday afternoon to keep their already slim chances of making the NRL finals alive. Follow live.

LIVE NRL: Desperation stations for Sea Eagles against Tigers as top eight hopes fade away

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 1:03pm AEST

The Sea Eagles’ finals hopes hang by a thread, with Manly needing to win this afternoon against the Tigers to keep in touch with the top eight.

Payne Haas reveals moment he decided to switch from Kangaroos to Samoa

from ABC News: Rugby League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 12:33pm AEST

In a blow to Australia's hopes of defending its Rugby League World Cup title next year, star forward Payne Haas confirms he is switching his allegiance to Samoa.

‘We will lose this part of the game’: Trent Robinson’s big kick-off warning

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 12:16pm AEST

Roosters coach Trent Robinson has reignited the debate over the safety of kick-offs, warning they could become a thing of the past unless the NRL takes action.

‘Do we have a party?’: Wayne Bennett at his cheeky best as ‘gutsy’ Rabbitohs to avoid spoon

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 11:34am AEST

A cheeky Wayne Bennett joked the Rabbitohs may have a party after a “gutsy” 20-16 win over the Eels saw South Sydney move further away from a potential wooden spoon.

Warriors star Michaela Brake shares baby news, will miss rest of NRLW season

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 at 9:25am AEST

The ex-Black Fern gave the update on Instagram. Stuff reporters