Sydney and Parramatta have been dealt “extreme” conditions for their NRL clash at Allianz Stadium on Friday night. Heavy rain in Sydney has given the stadium’s drainage a serious workout for the clash between the finals-bound Roosters and struggling Eels. Water above the surface is inches deep, making for a slippery affair. Know the news … Read more
Penrith superstar Nathan Cleary has suffered a potentially serious shoulder injury during the 24-22 loss to Melbourne Storm on Thursday night. With the scores tied at 22 and less than 15 minutes remaining, Cleary took a hit-up and came up clutching his left shoulder. He looked in immediate discomfort as the team doctor was called. … Read more
The NRL has issued Latrell Mitchell with a “breach notice” after the South Sydney superstar was pictured with a white substance over the weekend. The NRL integrity unit was called in to investigate after a leaked photo emerged of Mitchell hunched over a table with a white substance. There is no suggestion it is an … Read more
The woman in the foreground of the Latrell Mitchell ‘white powder’ photo has outed herself on social media. After the leaked image caused a massive NRL storm, Amy Brown took to Facebook to make a joke. “Disappointed that they got my bad side,” she said. “Done me dirty.” Know the news with the 7NEWS app: … Read more
St George Illawarra five-eighth Kyle Flanagan has been slapped with a four-match ban after a marathon NRL tribunal hearing on Tuesday night. The NRL referred Flanagan directly to the judiciary after Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton claimed to have been bitten on the nose while attempting to tackle Flanagan during Saturday’s game. Debate has raged over … Read more
Some high-profile sports stars have thrown their support behind Rabbitohs fullback Latrell Mitchell as he deals with the fallout over the ‘white powder’ photo scandal. A leaked photo is a huge headache for the South Sydney star who, for now, is staying silent while the NRL integrity unit investigates. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Sport stars … Read more
The Bears’ 25-year absence from the NRL is soon to be over after the inauguration of the Western Bears was made official on Friday. The North Sydney Bears lost their NRL license in 1999, but are expected to return as the competition’s 18th team in the coming years. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Westen Bears confirmed … Read more
Rugby league legend Mal Meninga hopes his return to Canberra can help dispel some negative stereotypes about living in the nation’s capital. Meninga will serve as a mentor at the club he won three premierships with, helping out across recruitment and retention, pathways development and as a brand ambassador, the Raiders announced on Wednesday. Already … Read more
NRLW player for the Parramatta Eels, Kate Fallon, 20, has been charged with the alleged assault of a teenage girl in Sydney’s east last week. A 17-year-old girl was treated for a deep head wound, after what NSW Police will allege was a dispute “related to a food order delivery”. Emergency services arrived at an … Read more
An inspirational final 10 minutes from North Queensland co-captain Tom Dearden has given the Cowboys a crucial 20-18 home win over Canterbury that has boosted their final hopes. No.6 Dearden, one of Queensland’s best in their State of Origin series decider loss on Wednesday night, backed up with a gritty and skilful performance on Sunday. … Read more
