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Dragons upgrade Brittain, Clune to top 30 squad

After impressing during the pre-season, the St George illawarra Dragons have upgraded development players Adam Clune and Billy Brittain to the top 30 squad for the 2020 NRL season.

Warriors and Tigers dealt injury blows

Less than two weeks out from the start of the 2020 NRL season, both the New Zealand Warriors and Wests Tigers have been dealt injury blows during their trial match in Rotorua on Sunday.

Merrin reveals goosebumps over Dragons return

While admitting it's technically only a trial match, Trent Merrin is feeling the nerves ahead of his return to the Red V in Saturday night's Charity Shield against South Sydney.

Reynolds opens up on "shocking, scary" fake domestic violence ordeal

Josh Reynolds has delivered a blunt message to the woman whose fake domestic violence allegations came painfully close to derailing the West Tigers veteran's life.

Mbye reveals Josh Reynolds has "a smile back on his face"

McInnes set to miss start of NRL season

After injuring his knee in the NRL Nines over the weekend, the St George Illawarra Dragons have now confirmed that inspirational skipper Cameron McInnes will miss the start of the NRL season.

Every team's jersey for this year's 9s tournament

Many NRL teams' kit departments have been given creative license when it comes to the jersey design for this year's NRL Nines tournament.

Maguire urges NRL to introduce player loans

Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire has urged the NRL to introduce a loan system having seen it succeed in the Super League.

Reynolds cleared to play NRL amid domestic violence charges

Wests Tigers Josh Reynolds will reportedly not be suspended under the NRL's 'no-fault stand down' rule amid assault allegations.

Marshall to co-captain Tigers in potential NRL swansong season

The Wests Tigers have appointed club legend Benji Marshall and Moses Mbye as the side's co-captains on the eve of the 2020 NRL season.

Matterson opens up after ugly Wests Tigers departure

Fullback position 'up for grabs' as Thompson ready for Doueihi battle

Wests Tigers will be going into their final weeks of pre-season training with several positions still up for grabs.

Leilua set to join Wests Tigers on three-year deal

The Leilua brothers will link up in 2020 at Wests Tigers after it was confirmed that Joey had signed a three-year deal with the club.

Doueihi in limbo as Tigers stall on deal for unwanted Rabbitoh

Whilst they are on the verge of landing the signature of boom Raiders centre Joey Leilua, the Wests Tigers risk missing out on highly-rated Rabbitoh Adam Doueihi.

Farah to dust off the boots for fundraiser

He only retired a few months ago after a storied NRL career, but Wests Tigers legend Robbie Farah is set for a return - albeit in a different code - for a fires fundraiser.

Tigers sign former Rabbitoh

After 12 months in rugby league purgatory, former Rabbitohs front-rower Zane Musgrove has officially signed with the Wests Tigers on a two-year deal.

Reynolds pleads not guilty to domestic violence charge

Wests Tigers player Josh Reynolds has on Wednesday pleaded not guilty to a domestic violence offence.

'How is this fair?': Third-party deals under the microscope

The disparity in the NRL's third-party agreement figures doesn't add up and prevents a truly level playing field in the competition.

Josh Reynolds charged with domestic violence

Wests Tigers have confirmed that playmaker Josh Reynolds has been charged by NSW Police with a domestic violence offence.

Garner told to 'eat dirty' ahead of next season

Tigers set sights on Addo-Carr after ending Mitchell pursuit

Latrell Mitchell: Wests Tigers reportedly withdraw offer for Roosters centre

Big.

NRL Draw: The winners and losers from the 2020 NRL Draw

How did your club fare?

Tigers lock down teen star Tommy Talau until 2022

Valentine Holmes on verge of Cowboys deal

NFL hopeful Valentine Holmes is reportedly set to pull the pin on his code-switch and return to the NRL with North Queensland.

Tigers re-sign key forward on two-year deal

The Wests Tigers have continued their signing spree, locking in Lebanese international forward Alex Twal on a two-year deal which will keep him at the club until the end of the 2022 NRL season.

Garner re-signs with Wests Tigers until 2022

Latrell Mitchell would need to change body to play fullback - Daley

Roosters superstar back Latrell Mitchell appears set for a big-money move, with Wests Tigers reportedly in the box seat, though the move is likely to come with a positional switch.

Tigers confirm key changes to football department

Wests Tigers set to up the ante in their pursuit of three off-contract stars, report

Maguire reveals where Tigers will spend

Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire has opened up on the club's favourable salary cap position, following the departures of star forwards Ryan Matterson and Ben Matulino.

Cashed-up West Tigers ready to light up NRL free agency after star departures

The Wests Tigers are ready to play their cards in free agency, following the immediate departure of star forwards Ryan Matterson and Ben Matulino.

Matterson granted release by Tigers

Wests Tigers have released disgruntled back-rower Ryan Matterson effective immediately, while veteran front-rower Ben Matulino will medically retire.

Wests Tigers re-sign veteran Chris Lawrence

Disgruntled Tigers star Matterson meets with Parramatta

Ryan Matterson has reportedly had meetings with the Parramatta Eels as he attempts to fast-track a move away from the Wests Tigers.

Cowboys confirm Marsters signing

The North Queensland Cowboys have confirmed the signing of former Wests Tigers star Esan Marsters on a three-year deal.

Each NRL club's Player of the Year and award winner for 2019

Can any player go back-to-back in 2019?

Tigers and Marsters part ways

The Wests Tigers have confirmed the departure of Kiwi international Esan Marsters following the 2019 season.

Robbie Farah hits out at Ryan Matterson over Wests Tigers contract debacle

"Honour your contract"

Benji Marshall re-signs with the Wests Tigers for 2020 season

A club legend continues on with the joint venture franchise

Reynolds gives update on Tigers future

For much of 2019 it looked like Josh Reynolds would be out of the Wests Tigers next year - but now he leads the way for the vacant hooker role in Michael Maguire's side in 2020.

Dally M 2019: When is it, how to watch, odds, previous winners, history, who will win

Everything you need to know about the 2019 Dally M awards.

The Weekend Hangover: The revealing truth behind Des Hasler's blow-up with Graham Annesley

The Weekend Hangover is back with all the action from the second week of finals.

Benji Marshall re-signs with Wests Tigers for 2020

He's back.

Cowboys eyeing off Tigers and Kiwi star Esan Marsters

Ryan Matterson may not be the only breakout talent on his way out of Concord, with Kiwi international centre Esan Marsters also potentially on the move.

Matterson granted leaved from Wests Tigers

Ryan Matterson’s future at Wests Tigers appears even more uncertain after the club granted him leave from training for the remainder of 2019.

Jacks allowed to leave Titans, Tigers keen on Sami

Playmaker Ryley Jacks looks to be one victim of the off-season cleanout at the Titans following their dismal 2019 campaign.

Tigers star on the outer

Wests Tigers star Ryan Matterson appears to be on the outer after just one season at the club, with reports indicating the star second-rower's relationship with coach Michael Maguire is on the rocks.

Wests Tigers looking to sign Melbourne Storm back Ryan Papenhuyzen, reports

A big move.

Ronaldo Mulitalo accepts one-match ban for shoulder charge on Luke Brooks

The early guilty plea - and 25 per cent discount - will see the Sharks flyer miss just one game

James Tedesco narrowly secures Lurker's Dally M

The race for the Lurker's Dally M came down to the wire

Annesley contradicts Smith’s claims NRL have cleared Storm

The Storm’s wrestling tactics have been a hot topic in recent weeks, with Smith himself issued a ‘concerning act’ notice.

'I thought it was meant to be': Farah dissects rollercoaster week after dramatic Leichhardt farewell

It was one of the most dramatic farewells in the history books but the whirlwind final week of Robbie Farah's 18-year career has finally come to a close.

The Weekend Hangover: Why the Raiders are filthy Freddie, Joey and Co

The Weekend Hangover is back with all the drama from Round 25 of the NRL.

Michael Maguire attempts to explain the remarkable scenes behind Robbie Farah's return

"I’m still trying to work it out myself"

Gal ices flush field goal to rub salt in Tigers' wounds

Robbie Farah to make incredible comeback after Corey Thompson gets injured during warm-up

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Robbie Farah officially ruled out of Wests Tigers side to play Cronulla Sharks in must-win clash

He's out.

The Repeat Set: Why the NRL is ‘cheering’ for certain teams this weekend

You could forgive NRL heavies for cheering a little louder for some teams over others this weekend as they look to lock in the week one finals schedule.

Maguire reveals Farah's fate

Wests Tigers head coach Michael Maguire has confirmed the status of retiring hooker Robbie Farah for this Sunday's must-win clash with the Cronulla Sharks - saying he will be 'in the squad'.

Brailey hasn't heard from Knights following coaching drama

Departing Sharks hooker Jayden Brailey admits he's had no correspondence with his new club Newcastle amid their ugly coaching changes.

Friendship and injuries won't deter Fifita if Farah returns

It doesn't matter what driving factor you throw at Andrew Fifita, the source of the Sharks enforcer's motivation hasn't wavered from what scares him most - not playing footy in September.

Lawrence trades 'heated words' with Tigers CEO over contract

Still left unsigned for next season, Wests Tigers club stalwart Chris Lawrence has reportedly had a heated exchange with the club's CEO Justin Pascoe.

Wests Tigers are expecting Robbie Farah's leg to be targeted

The Tigers will reach the finals for the first time since 2011 if they overcome the Sharks

Jesse Ramien to return to Cronulla Sharks on four-year deal, reports

Jesse Ramien is heading back to the Sharks.

Robbie Farah's chance of miracle recovery gets needed boost

A final decision will be made on his availability later in the week.

How Robbie Farah's inclusion for the Wests Tigers will affect preparation

Farah has been named in the 21 for the Wests Tigers’ must-win game against Cronulla on Sunday – but only just.

'You don't deserve to be a first-grader': Gal's stirring rev-up

Cronulla missed the chance to secure a top-eight spot with a heart-breaking golden-point loss to Canberra on Sunday and departing legend Paul Gallen isn't keen to miss another.

The Lurker's Dally M: James Tedesco has all but won the 2019 crown

The Roosters fullback ran for 196 metres and scored a try in the 22 -6 win over Penrith.

Sea Eagles insist fan incident a one-off amid NRL finals threat

A fan wearing a Sea Eagles jersey allegedly lunged at Storm centre Will Chambers in an ugly incident on Saturday night.

Madge has 'big decision' to make over miraculous Farah farwell

Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire revealed retiring club legend Robbie Farah won't make his miraculous return for a farewell at Leichardt Oval if it proves detrimental to the side's finals hopes.

Serious injury confirmed for Dragons star

It's been a diabolical season for the St George Illawarra Dragons, and now their one shining light Cameron McInnes has suffered a devastating injury in their Round 24 loss to the Wests Tigers.

Newcastle Knights shredded after statement from CEO Philip Gardner addressing Nathan Brown's departure

Fans haven't taken kindly to it.

The Lurker's Dally M: James Tedesco pulls further away

Roosters superstar James Tedesco has pulled further ahead in the race after polling two votes in his side's win over the Dragons.

Benji won't be rushed by 'harassing' West Tigers

Wests Tigers playmaker Benji Marshall plans to wait until the end of the NRL season to make an announcement over his future.

NRL to introduce harsh new penalties for misbehaving players

Harsh but fair?

Brad Fittler and Peter Sterling call Kalyn Ponga disrespectful for Nathan Brown comments

"I thought it was terrible"

Andrew Johns hammers Newcastle Knights after Nathan Brown sacking and Tigers demolition

The Eighth is furious.

Knights attempted to re-sign Ramien, report

Ramien was moved on by the Knights in July, just 17 games into his lucrative two-year deal with the club.

Embarrassing loss confirms it is time to go, says Brown

Brown decided to walk away from the Knights at season’s end on Tuesday after suspecting club management had begun searching for his replacement.

Knights hammered on social media after woeful performance

Fans have ripped into the Knights after their woeful performance against the Tigers

Commentators blow up after Robert Jennings scores contentious try

The decision to award Robert Jennings a contentious try has not been received well by fans and pundits alike

Knights coach Nathan Brown reveals moment when he knew his job was in jeopardy

Whilst it came as a shock to most, Nathan Brown had an inkling that his time was up

Maguire credits professionalism ahead of Reynolds' return

He hasn't played a game in the NRL since Round 7, but this weekend Wests Tigers utility Josh Reynolds will make his first grade return against the Newcastle Knights in the unfamiliar hooker position.

Johns on Knights: ‘It’s the biggest bunch of BS I’ve ever heard’

Andrew Johns says he was shocked by coach Nathan Brown’s decision to leave the club and has outlined the No.1 area his replacement must focus on.

Reynolds confident ahead of NRL return

He's set to depart the club at the end of the 2019 season - but fill-in hooker Josh Reynolds is feeling confident ahead of his NRL return for the Wests Tigers this weekend.

Brown admits to Ponga regrets at Knights

Brown on Tuesday told the Knights he will leave his post at the end of the 2019 NRL season.

Reynolds opens up on possible Tigers exile

West Tigers' playmaker Josh Reynolds has opened up on his discussions with coach Michael Maguire about where the lies within the club's future plans.

Farah determined to ignore doctor's advice

Robbie Farah has been warned against playing with a broken leg after declaring he will ignore the injury and play on in his farewell season.

NRL injury update: Beale and Liddle suffer devastating knee injuries

The Lurker's Dally M: James Tedesco holds leads at top

After four straight three-vote performances, James Tedesco missed out in round 22, despite the Roosters recording a big win over the Warriors.

Josh Reynolds reaffirms commitment to West Tigers for immediate future

The former Origin-winning half has given an update on his future

Andrew Johns believes Tom Trbojevic is the most valuable player in the NRL

Johns believes that the only seven players in the game are worth $1 million, with a few controversial exclusions

Tigers dealt double blow in big loss

Hasler highlights questionable tactic after entering top four

The Sea Eagles moved into the top four on for-and-against with a comprehensive 32-12 victory over Wests Tigers on Thursday night.

DPP makes major call in Dylan Walker case

Walker was in May found not guilty of two charges stemming from an alleged altercation with his fiancée last December.

Madge gives update on injured star

With just four weeks remaining in the 2019 season and the Wests Tigers' season hanging by a thread, you would excuse Robbie Farah if he decided his broken leg was not worth coming back from.

Benji Marshall says NRL players must be smarter after Shaun Lane Mad Monday scandal

Be better.

Wests Tigers forward Luke Garner unsuccessful in his bid to have suspension overturned

Wests Tigers forward Luke Garner has failed in his bid to have his one-match suspension overturned at the NRL judiciary.

Cody Walker says playmakers must expect to be hit when running the ball

"You have to cop a hit."

NRL injury update: Farah's career-ending injury, Sharks pair sidelined

It's likely the end of a club legend's career after suffering a severe knee injury

Paul Gallen and Gus Gould hammer the NRL's referees

"Some of the worst I've ever seen."

NRL 2019: Round 21 Team of the Week

NRL 2019: Round 21 Team of the Week

The Lurker's Dally M: James Tedesco continues hot form

Is this the year for the Roosters' fullback?

Addin Fonua-Blake hammers Mark 'Spud' Carroll over Josh McGuire comments

"Does this guy ever STFU?"

Farah sustains fractured tibia

Wests Tigers have vowed to do all they can to ensure Robbie Farah's career has not come to an early end.

The Weekend Hangover: Ricky Stuart has turned hype man

He’s backed his team to beat any comer in the grand final – and he doesn’t mind who knows.

The dangerous precedent being set by players taking an early guilty plea at the judiciary

There is a dangerous precedent being set by players taking an early guilty plea at the judiciary, which is manipulating how tackles are being judged by the match review committee.

Brad Fittler and Darren Lockyer say Chris Smith sin binning was an overreaction

Too far.

Maguire hopeful over Farah

Former Australia hooker Robbie Farah will undergo a scan after limping out of Wests Tigers' loss to Canterbury Bulldogs in the first half.

NRL has ‘lost the plot’ after Chris Smith sin binning

Smith was sent to the sin bin in the 78th minute of the Bulldogs’ 18-16 victory over the Tigers on Saturday night.

Paul Momirovski sprays chance for Tigers to send it to golden point

Wests Tigers centre Paul Momirovski missed a chance to send his side's clash with the Bulldogs to golden point in the final minute of the 80 at ANZ Stadium on Saturday night.

Has Robbie Farah played his last game?

Robbie Farah eventually succumbed to a knee injury in the first half of his side's clash with the Bulldogs at ANZ Stadium on Saturday night.

Moses Mbye lasts less than 10 minutes

Did the Tigers make a mistake in playing him?

NRL 2019: Team lists for Raiders v Roosters and every round 21 side

The finals picture is starting to take shape.

Madge credits young guns for change in fortunes

The Wests Tigers are starting to look like a finals side in 2019 - and coach Michael Maguire has put it down to the influence of his younger players for their change in fortunes.

Unwanted Tigers star ready to walk

Unwanted Wests Tigers five-eighth Josh Reynolds says he is ready to walk out of Concord if an opportunity arises at another NRL side, after he was told he would likely not play first grade in 2020.

Tigers ready to break finals drought

They are one of Sydney's proudest and most historic clubs - but as of right now, the Wests Tigers have the longest NRL finals drought of any team and halfback Luke Brooks is not happy about it.

Bulldogs legend appointed as GM of Football

Canterbury Bulldogs legend Steve Price has been appointed as the club's new General Manager of Football on Tuesday night as the struggling club look to return to their former glory.

Wests Tigers announce re-signing of hooker Jacob Liddle

Good move from the Tigers.

NRL 2019: Round 20 Team of the Week

The Weekend Hangover: Jesse Ramien's miserable time in Newcastle

The Weekend Hangover is back with all the drama from round 20 of the NRL.

Paul Green may contact referees boss over disallowed tries

The loss leaves the Cowboys four points adrift of the top eight

NRL 2019: Round 20 Team Lists

Round 19 threw up a number of thrilling results which added further spice to the top four race, and this weekend's action is certain to be no different.

Farah confirms retirement: wants 10 more games

Wests Tigers legend Robbie Farah has announced his retirement from the NRL after an illustrious 16-year career.

NRL 2019: Match review committee hit Jared Waerea Hargreaves with third charge of the season

This is his second charge in three weeks.

The Lurker’s Dally M: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s four-game hot streak earns him top spot

Could he go back-to-back?

The Weekend Hangover: Truth may yet come out on Cleary's tunnel clash with Klein

Could the Panthers coach find himself in hot water over this?

Paul Kent unleashes on Match Review Committee over lack of consistency

Daily Telegraph journalist Paul Kent has unleashed on the Match Review Committee and head of football Graham Annesley over a lack of inconsistency within their ruling on dangerous tackles.

Graham Annesley defends decision not to charge Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga

NRL head of football Graham Annesley has defended the decision by the match review committee to not charge Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga after he was sin-binned and placed on report for an alleged shoulder charge in their 28-26 loss to the Knights on Friday night.

Kalyn Ponga escapes suspension for shoulder charge on Michael Chee-Kam

The collision and resulting whiplash left Chee-Kam knocked out for minutes

League legends slam ‘ridiculous’ Ponga sin-binning

Ponga was sin-binned for an alleged shoulder charge in the 78th minute of the Knight’s 28-26 loss to Wests Tigers.

Newcastle Knights coach Nathan Brown savages team after 28-26 loss

Knights coach Nathan Brown has blasted his team after their 28-26 loss to the Tigers.

Kalyn Ponga sin-binned for alleged shoulder charge

Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga has been sin-binned and put on report for an alleged shoulder charge that left Michael Chee-Kam unconscious and requiring a stretcher.

Kalyn Ponga beats six defenders to score dazzling try

Kalyn Ponga was in no mood to make Robbie Farah's 300th game one to remember on Friday night.

Tigers veteran suffers potentially career-ending injury

Wests Tigers are struggling in the forwards with injuries and poor form, and that has been compounded by news that veteran forward Ben Matulino could be forced to retire after suffering a serious knee injury in his side's Round 14 loss to the North Queensland Cowboys.

Robbie Farah labelled 'most selfish player' by former assistant coach Rod Reddy

Farah fired the first shots earlier in the week when he took aim at ex-Tigers coach Jason Taylor and Reddy.

Farah rips into old coach ahead of 300th game

Just two weeks after his old mate Benji Marshall celebrated his 300th NRL game, Wests Tigers legend Robbie Farah will do the same this weekend against the Newcastle Knights.

Raiders can go all the way according to club legend

They are the genuine surprise packets of 2019, and Queensland Maroons coach Kevin Walters believes the Canberra Raiders can go all the way this season.

Des Hasler rules out Josh Reynolds signing with the Sea Eagles

It's a no from Des.

Paul McGregor’s future not on St George Illawarra board’s agenda, says CEO

The Dragons have lost nine of their last 11 games and are almost certain to miss the 2019 NRL finals.

James Maloney responds to Les Catalans rumours

Maloney has spoken openly about his desire to finish his career in the English Super League, with French club Les Catalans this week expressing an interest in the Panthers veteran.

Maguire demands Tigers players ‘harden up’

The Tigers slumped to their third straight defeat with a 20-12 loss to the Raiders in Canberra on Saturday.

Raiders v Tigers: Heavy head clash results in two HIAs

Why Maguire allowed Reynolds to look elsewhere

Pay shoots down Reynolds’ dream of Belmore return

The Wests Tigers this week told Reynolds he is free to negotiate with rival NRL clubs despite having two full seasons to run on his lucrative contract.

Nicoll-Klokstad feeling 'something special' for Green Machine

Canberra Raiders fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad said he can feel something special brewing in the nation's capital this season.

Tigers stars out to break the pattern

Wests Tigers stars Luke Brooks and Moses Mbye are out to stop the pattern of scrapping for the eight every season when they take on the Canberra Raiders this weekend.

The NRL team lists are in for round 18

NRL 2019: NRL Round 17 Team of the Week

NRL 2019: NRL Round 17 Team of the Week

Lurk's Dally M: RTS continues run, Pearce goes without again

Can Cam Smith continue to continue to hold onto the slimmest of leads?

Ferguson breaks silence on McGuire sledge

Ferguson was at the centre of an altercation with Maroons forward Josh McGuire in the Origin series decider.

Benji Marshall's family and friends honour 300th game with haka

Wests Tigers halfback Benji Marshall has been honoured after his 300th game with an emotional post-match haka at Bankwest Stadium.

The Weekend Hangover: Did Mal Meninga tip Kev Walters into this?

The Weekend Hangover is back with all the drama and controversy from round 17 of the NRL.

Robert Jennings scores try after referees fail to rule on suspected forward pass

Wests Tigers winger Robert Jennings has been awarded a try despite a suspected forward pass in the build up

Eels forward Tepai Moeroa snubs NRL for Waratahs deal

Back to where it all began.

NRL Team Lists for Round 17

Benji's 300th sparks beautiful Farah tribute

Prior to Benji Marshall's 300th game on Sunday, long-time teammate and close friend Robbie Farah spoke to the media on Thursday and reflected on the journey his mate Benji has taken.

Benji Marshall reveals he nearly retired from the NRL in 2007

The school excursion that produced an NRL superstar: Benji Marshall's unusual rugby league journey

NRL 2019: Round 16 Team of the Week

The Weekend Hangover: Matt Moylan cops the Darius Boyd treatment

The Hangover is back with all the drama and controversy from round 15 of the NRL.

Zane Tetevano in strife for late hit on Tigers playmaker Luke Brooks

Roosters forward Zane Tetevano looks like missing some footy after being hit with a grade two dangerous contact charge on Tigers halfback Luke Brooks.

Mitchell ‘doesn’t need anybody’, says Robinson

Mitchell played a starring role in the Roosters’ 24-16 victory over Wests Tigers on Friday night.

Marshall ‘playing well enough’ to earn new Tigers deal, says Maguire

Marshall will play his 300th NRL game against the Eels at Bankwest Stadium next Sunday.

Esan Marsters awarded try after possible knock on

Wests Tigers hit the front in their clash with the Roosters at Bankwest Stadium on Friday night after Esan Marsters was awarded a contentious try by the Bunker.

Should Luke Keary's 'hand grenade' assist have stood after charge down?

The returning Luke Keary laid on an incredible try for Daniel Tupou in the first half of the Roosters' visit to Bankwest Stadium to face the Tigers, but were the home side dudded by the officials?

Josh Aloiai re-signs with Wests Tigers until 2021

Maguire gives an update on Reynolds' NRL future

Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire has lauded the internal competition at his club as they look to return to finals football for the first time since the 2011 season, and says out of favour playmaker Josh Reynolds needs to push hard for a spot in the team.

Robinson backs concussion stance prior to Keary's return

Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has continued to back his club’s stance on concussion, with superstar Luke Keary set to make his return after six weeks on the sidelines for their clash with the Wests Tigers on Friday night.

Tim Simona could return to rugby league this weekend

Deregistered former NRL player Tim Simona could reportedly make a surprise return to playing as soon as this weekend.

NRL team lists for round 16 2019: Teams for St George Illawarra Dragons v Melbourne Storm and more

NRL 2019: Round 15 Team of the Week

Check out Sporting News ' NRL team of the week from round 15.

The Weekend Hangover: The day John Morris grew a pair

The Hangover is back with all the drama and controversy from round 15 of the NRL.

Farah calls for gouging crackdown after alleged Burgess incident

Burgess was placed on report and later referred straight to the NRL judiciary for an alleged eye gouge on Farah on Thursday night.

George Burgess referred straight to judiciary for alleged eye gouge

UPDATE: George Burgess sent straight to judiciary for eye gouge on Robbie Farah

George Burgess looks set for a holiday after a nasty incident in the Thursday night clash between Souths and the Tigers at Bankwest Stadium.

Burgess’ alleged Farah eye gouge ‘totally unwarranted’, says Bennett

South Sydney prop George Burgess was placed on report for an alleged eye gouge on Wests Tigers hooker Robbie Farah on Thursday night.

Pitch invader sends security guard flying in Tigers-Rabbitohs clash

A Bankwest Stadium security guard has been launched into the air following a run-in with a pitch invader on Thursday night.

George Burgess should have been sent off for Robbie Farah eye gouge, says Corey Parker

League pundit Corey Parker has questioned why George Burgess wasn't sent off for an eye gouge on Robbie Farah on Thursday night.

Ivan Cleary, Justin Pascoe ‘haven’t spoken’ since Penrith Panthers defection

Cleary returned to Penrith on a five-year deal in the off-season despite having three seasons to run on his Wests Tigers contract.

NRL apologise to Cowboys over missed knock-on call that led to crucial Tigers try

The Cowboys have been dudded again.

NRL injury update: Arrow gone for 6-12 weeks, no Origin for Pearce

The Origin squads will reconvene, but both teams were affected by injuries to players in round 14.

NRL 2019: Round 14 Team of the Week

With rep round upon us, teams now have a chance to reset.

Green demands 'explanation' from NRL after controversial calls

For the second straight week the Cowboys were on the wrong end of costly calls - and Paul Green wants answers.

Robbie Farah ‘leaning towards retiring’ at end of 2019 NRL season

Media reports on Friday suggested Farah will play on in 2020.

Cowboys v Tigers: Benji Marshall field goal decides controversial golden point thriller

Cowboys v Tigers: Referees under-fire after awarding Tigers try from knock-on

NRL team lists for round 14 2019: Teams for Raiders-Sharks and more

The second post-Origin round will see players rested, while many others return.

NRL injury update: Dearden gone for five weeks, Proctor a month

It was a costly weekend for many teams.

NRL 2019: Round 13 Team of the Week

Which players would back up from the mid-week Origin fixture and perform?

Lawrence 'grateful' to return despite Tigers disappointment

"I've got to get better on my own game and obviously from a team perspective."

Moses Mbye not going anywhere, insists Michael Maguire

Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire has insisted that Moses Mbye is not on the outer at the club.

Bailey Simonsson pulls off 'try-saver of the season' on Esan Marsters, Raiders then score ridiculous team try

It was the 12-point turnaround that changed the course of Canberra's fate on Friday night.

NRL injury report round 13: Latest team list changes and news after State of Origin

There have already been a raft of changes to key personnel, and expect there to be more.

Tigers buoyed by Lawrence return following facial injuries

"He's one hell of a mentally strong human being."

Wests Tigers re-sign gun forward Thomas Mikaele

Good signing.

Robbie Farah granted leave to attend Champions League final

Wests Tigers have granted veteran hooker and die-hard Liverpool fan leave to attend this weekend's Champions League final in Madrid.

NRL 2019: Round 11 Team of the Week

Eleven rounds are in the books and the race for the eight has heated up.

NRL injury update: The latest on Mitchell Pearce, Adam Reynolds and Josh Hodgson

It was a brutal one last weekend.