NSW crown a new King and who can topple Penriths reign

After much speculation, Matt King has been officially unveiled as Laurie Daley’s successor as NSW Blues coach for the next two series, with an option to activate a third if successful. So what does this mean for super-coach Ivan Cleary, who has signalled his intent to coach at a representative lev…

Inside the Adam Doueihi saga and who makes up the top eight

For the past week, the Wests Tigers have dominated NRL news because halfback Adam Doueihi stood himself down from playing last weekend after being told he would be picked as lock forward. Now, following days of speculation and accusations of unprofessionalism and preferential treatment at the club,…

The new Dragons era and ‘big chance’ Latrell’s season is over

The dawn of a new era for the Dragons is here after interim coach Dean Young was confirmed as head coach. And with a raft of new recruits locked in for next season, will the Dragons turn their fortunes around? Meanwhile, South Sydney’s finals chances have taken a huge hit, with captain Cameron Mur…

Trouble in Tiger town: Luai signs with Eels

After the Wests Tigers announced Jarome Luai would be released from the final year of his contract by mutual agreement, coach Benji Marshall has broken his silence to deny rumours their personal relationship has broken down. Luai will join the Parramatta Eels next season before linking with the PN…

‘Heist for the ages’: Blues ambush Maroons in decider

In one of the biggest upsets in State of Origin history, the Blues ambushed the Maroons at Suncorp Stadium, winning the decider 30-12. In the post-match press conference, Blues coach Laurie Daley unloaded on his critics, saying some of the criticism of him and his team had crossed the line. But wa…

Can the Blues win the decider on enemy territory?

With the State of Origin series level at one-all, the Blues are still a chance to secure a rare series win at Suncorp Stadium next Wednesday night. However, the blow torch has been applied to NSW coach Laurie Daley for his selections and the performance of a side that haven’t played to their poten…

Daley eyes changes for Origin decider, and should Israel Folau return to the NRL?

With the State of Origin decider still a few weeks away, the NRL returns to regular programming this week under the watchful eye of under-fire Blues coach Laurie Daley, who will be searching for team changes in the lead-up to Origin game three. Meanwhile, speculation continues to mount around the …

Blues blew it: The changes NSW need to make for the Origin decider

In front of the largest Origin crowd in history, the Maroons have thumped the Blues at the MCG in game two of the State of Origin series. After trailing 12-8 at the break, the Maroons came out firing, launching an all-out attack to down the Blues 44-24, sending the series to a decider for game thr…

Why NRL can't ignore Kane Evans, and Origin's shock changes

Former NRL player Kane Evans came out as gay in a raw and vulnerable interview earlier this week with James Bracey on Nine’s 100% Footy. Kane is just the second former NRL player to speak publicly of their homosexuality, following Ian Roberts in 1995. So, how will the NRL respond, and what will th…

Why Canterbury’s season is a ‘dog’s breakfast’

The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs have recorded six losses in their past seven matches and questions from fans are growing louder as to who should be held accountable for their inconsistency and lack of form. Should coach Cameron Ciraldo be blamed or does the fault land with halfback Lachlan Galvin…