EDITOR’S COLUMN | Who makes the Super League Dream Team?
The end of the regular season means the Dream Team will soon be announced. Here’s who I would pick…
Full-back: Ben Barba (St Helens)
Barba disappeared off the face of the earth for several months, so can he still be in...
2020 NRL Finals: Examining the Form Line
With the 2020 Finals Series approaching, let's look at which teams are ready to go deep into October, and which ones face an early exit.
Penrith: The fairytale team of 2020, Penrith are riding a 15-game winning streak: while they've...
34 Crucial Games in the Revised 2020 NRL draw
After last week's drip feed of rounds three and four, the full 20-round 2020 fixture has been released.
Rather than go through the laborious task of analysing every round, we thought we'd highlight at least one can't miss, blockbuster game...
Hasler’s Dogs of Bore need a refresher
DESSY’S Dogs have their tails between their legs, struggling to outplay the last-placed Newcastle Knights and looking abysmal in almost every other game this season. So what’s the problem?
The team, on paper, is strong. There are rep players scattered...
OPINION | Will Leeds’ Attacking Issues Prove Costly?
Leeds Rhinos’ attacking issues could prove costly in the long-run in 2018 if they don’t become more clinical.
Leeds were involved in another tight game on Sunday as they recorded their first win in three attempts, edging out Hull KR...
What Toronto’s withdrawal means for Super League
As Super League nears its resumption following a lengthy break due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there's one side who won't be returning to the competition, newly promoted Toronto Wolfpack. The Canadian outfit have withdrawn from the remainder of the...
Broncos’ Downfall Five Years in the Making
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It's been a strange season so far. One of the strangest things has been Brisbane's downfall. Accustomed to success in their 30-plus year history, they've only won three games from 11 in 2020 and are second-last.
They started with good...
OPINION | Is Steve Price Leading Warrington Wolves to Old Trafford?
After a torrid 2017, the Warrington Wolves parted company with Tony Smith, with Steve Price given the job of rebuilding a side who were low on confidence.
Prior to his appointment, Price spent time as the head coach of St...
Will Mitchell Moses Play Origin in 2020?
Mitchell Moses was outstanding during the Rugby League World Cup Nines competition at Bankwest Stadium over the weekend.
His hat-trick in the final against New Zealand Kiwis justified his Player of the Tournament status during the two-day event.
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The award caps...
Which of the NRL imports will make the most impact in Super League XXIII?
There are more than a dozen NRL imports who will play in Super League XXIII.
Some players are returning after a stint in the NRL, such as Dan Sarginson's move to Wigan and Tyrone McCarthy signing with Salford. These players...
Predicting the 2020 NRL Top Eight
While the top eight is decided, there's still plenty to play for - at both ends of the ladder - as we enter the final round next weekend.
Thursday September 24: Brisbane (16) vs North Queensland (14), Suncorp Stadium.
The second...
5 exciting youngsters to watch out for at the Widnes Vikings
With so many good young players coming through the Vikings system, who should you be keeping your eye on? Josh Roberts explores....
The Widnes Vikings currently sit bottom of the table with six points, having sacked former head coach Denis...
NRL | Five issues facing the game in 2019
There's never a dull moment in the National Rugby League. We look at five issues that will continue to bug the game going into 2019.
Common sense officiating and sensible use of video technology
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A major irritant in 2018 was the...
OPINION | Who makes the England XVII vs New Zealand in Denver?
England are due to take on New Zealand on the 24th June in Denver in what will be the first game for Wayne Bennett’s men since being narrowly beaten in the World Cup Final by Australia back in November.
The...
Rugby League Unites for Burrow and Masoe
It has been over a week since the world of Rugby League stood still as supporters said goodbye to the career Mose Masoe and united to support Rob Burrow in the fight of his life. Ben Guzdek writes.
There's Only...
Who Missed the 2020 NRL Finals and Why?
It's been eighteen weeks since the 2020 season resumed, and the finals are approaching. For the bottom eight teams, it's time for a break, and then start a long, hot summer preparing for 2021.
Which clubs can look forward to...
Why fans should embrace the rule changes in Super League
With Super League making its eagerly anticipated comeback on August 2nd, after a near five-month break due to the Covid-19 pandemic, here's why the rule changes made to the competition should be embraced by supporters with a faster game...
OPINION | Sacking of Wolfpack stars right call
Fans of Toronto Wolfpack were left stunned at the pre-season departure of 2017 stars Fui Fui Moi Moi, Ryan Bailey and newcomer Dave Taylor last week. The club’s statement read “Ryan Bailey, Fuifui Moi Moi and Dave Taylor have all...
EDITOR’S COLUMN | Let’s give struggling clubs the ‘York’ treatment
Sean Hayes praises the success of York City Knights after they pushed Catalans Dragons all the way in the Challenge Cup, and supports the continuation of League 1 beyond the 2018 season.
What is the secret to York City Knight’s...
Can Hull FC Really Make The Top Four?
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Since taking over little more than four years ago, Lee Radford has led a transformation at the KCOM Stadium.
After a tricky start, the former Airlie Birds forward has led the club to third place in each of...
