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Blues explain calls that will define Daley's NSW reign

Laurie Daley has revealed the reasons that caused him to axe NSW stalwart Brian To'o in one of the bravest calls of his Origin coaching tenure.

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Daley reveals stance on Origin criticism, Blues future

Laurie Daley is a man under fire. But the Blues coach, whose side head to Brisbane next week, won't entertain talk about his future.

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'Personal favourite' out as Blues make major changes

Star winger Brian To'o and second-rower Dylan Lucas are among four players dropped as NSW look to rebound in the State of Origin decider.

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Maroons on notice for incoming Blues aerial threat

Queensland are well aware of what debutant NSW winger Mark Nawaqanitawase can bring to the Origin arena after his performances for the Kangaroos.

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'Really proud': Penrith post biggest win in history

Penrith have eviscerated a hapless Wests Tigers outfit to claim their biggest win since entering the premiership in 1967.

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NSW conjure comeback for the ages to snatch Origin game one from Queensland

Blues defeat Maroons 22-20 in 2026 men’s series opener as Nathan Cleary and James Tedesco seal victory in final minute

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Tedesco's NSW recall joy, Blues name six Origin rookies

James Tedesco is back in the NSW State of Origin fold, named in a Blues squad for the series opener alongside six debutants.

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2026 Magic Round the most one-sided in history

The NRL's festival of football Magic Round was more one-sided than ever in 2026, with an average margin of almost four converted tries.

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Panthers beat improved Dragons to close Magic Round

Ladder-leading Penrith have defeated St George Illawarra but the final game of Magic Round was not as one-sided as had been predicted.

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'Selfless' Mitchell rules himself out of Origin opener

NSW have received a huge blow on the eve of their State of Origin team announcement, with injury sidelining star centre Latrell Mitchell from the series opener.

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Penrith edge Manly but good first start for Joey Walsh

Penrith have held on for a tight defeat of Manly at CommBank Stadium, where highly-rated Sea Eagles prospect Joey Walsh made his first start at NRL level.

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Cleary 'not really' worried by cashed-up PNG Chiefs

Nathan Cleary and Isaah Yeo are among those without deals beyond 2027, but coach Ivan Cleary is remaining calm in the face of a potential PNG poaching raid.

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Edwards sends Origin reminder as Panthers belt Knights

Penrith remain ensconced atop the NRL ladder after comfortably defeating Newcastle at McDonald Jones Stadium.

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Titans winger 'Foxx trots' into Warriors clash on high

Gold Coast winger Siale Faeamani was once in the Warriors system and wanted to join them, but fresh from his first NRL try-double he just wants to beat them.

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Panthers belt Roosters, 'definitely' NRL's form team

Penrith have thrashed a third premiership heavyweight in as many weeks, with Tom Jenkins and Dylan Edwards starring in their big win over the Sydney Roosters.

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Titans pocket battleship inspired by Panthers ace

Gold Coast winger Sialetili Faeamani is set to make his NRL debut and, when he does, it'll be with a nod to Penrith dynamo Brian To'o who he wants to emulate.

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New Zealand beat Samoa 36-14 to win Pacific Championships

Sunday’s triumph marked the perfect send-off for Kiwi veteran Kieran Foran and made a statement ahead of next year’s World Cup

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Kiwis a sleeping giant no more as Foran exits a winner

New Zealand have beaten Samoa 36-14 to win the Pacific Cup, proving they remain every bit a challenger to Australia for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.

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Record-setting Foran named in NZ Pacific Champs team

Sixteen years after making his international debut, retiring NRL great Kieran Foran will become New Zealand's longest-serving rugby league Test player.

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Samoa loom as World Cup threat with Haas on board

Samoa have named one of the strongest squads in the nation's history for the Pacific Championship, even with Stephen Crichton and Spencer Leniu out injured.

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Penrith's new Brandy ready for crack at second title

Paul Alamoti carries the same nickname as Penrith great Greg Alexander, and the Panthers winger now has a reputation for standing up in big games to match.

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'Bit of banter': To'o stands by Instagram comments

Penrith officials have told Brian To'o his Instagram comments were not a good look but the gun winger says he's unsure what the fuss is about.

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Penrith's re-invention pays off in semi-final thrashing

Penrith's semi-final thrashing of Canterbury seemed to suggest the Panthers' constant player drain is starting to help, rather than hinder, their dominance.

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Penrith thrash Dogs to keep five-straight dream alive

Penrith have set up a blockbuster preliminary final with Brisbane by thumping Canterbury 46-26, knocking the Bulldogs out of the finals in straight sets.

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Panthers oust Warriors to keep five-peat hopes alive

Penrith have claimed their first scalp in the quest for a fifth consecutive NRL premiership, ousting the Warriors from the finals with a 24-8 win in Auckland.

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