NRL players begin to push back against ‘negative agendas’ with alternative media careers
A growing cohort are cutting out the traditional media middleman to reach fans directly and present themselves on their own terms
Jarome Luai: hero, villain and the most misunderstood man in the NRL
The Penrith five-eighth says he is a changed man and no longer wants to bite back at the haters as he prepares for his final outing as a Panthers player
Craig Bellamy: where does Storm coach sit in pantheon of Australian greats?
Heading into his 10th NRL grand final, the Melbourne master is considered among the best ever – and maybe even of any sporting code
Dogged recovery leads Nathan Cleary to chance of Penrith grand final four-peat
The Panthers halfback has missed most of the season but – with the help of his pet groodle – seems set to start against Melbourne in the NRL showcase
Melbourne Storm bring families together as modern-day fans seek different thrill
Older fans attracted to the game’s physicality are being joined by a new generation who enjoy the family aspect of match days – as well the Storm’s relentless success
Jahrome Hughes: rugby league world finally wakes up to Storm star’s mastery
The Melbourne halfback has gone unnoticed in the past but his brilliance this season means all eyes will be on him in Sunday’s NRL grand final
Penrith v Melbourne: a clash of NRL titans where generational greatness is at stake
When the Panthers play the Storm in Sunday’s grand final, rugby league fans will get a matchup of champion sides that carries the weight of history
‘Soul destroying’: Warrington eliminate St Helens in golden drop goal thriller
A drop goal from George Williams in golden point extra time gave Warrington a 23-22 win over St Helens to set up a semi-final with Hull KR
Leigh win at Salford overshadowed by fears of serious injury to Josh Charnley
Edwin Ipape was outstanding as Leigh beat Salford 14-6 in the first Super League playoff eliminator
Jahrome Hughes leads way with hat-trick as Storm crush Roosters to reach NRL grand final
The Melbourne halfback was at his brilliant best in a 48-18 win over the Roosters at AAMI Park that booked a ticket to next weekend’s grand final
Super League playoffs: can anyone topple serial champions Wigan?
Warriors have hit form at an ominous time but Hull KR, Warrington and Salford have grounds for optimism
‘He’ll always check up on you’: Harry Grant’s personal touch inspires Storm players
The hooker’s formula as captain is relationships and he is even known to spend some of his days off on the phone talking with NRL teammates
‘It’s time’: PNG residents back NRL team but cost and benefits uncertain
Australian government plans include funds for education programs while locals estimate 80% of population follow rugby league
Wigan close in on history as Super League reaches thrilling climax
The Warriors are two wins away from becoming first side to win a major quadruple but rivals hope this unpredictable season can continue