Rugby League Satire

NRL new finals series in 2021

The fake news that’s actually fake. The NRL has announced an ambitious 10-team finals series, starting in 2021. With the Gold Coast Titans and NZ Warriors coming home with a wet sail this season, and in arguably better form than finalists Newcastle...

The Forward Pass: Is The Bunker Doomed?

The fake news that’s actually fake.   NRL CEO Todd Greenberg has announced the immediate scrapping of the controversial Bunker. http://gty.im/929084788 The final straw came after Shannon Boyd's no try in Canberra's 48-12 win over Wests Tigers. "I was watching the game with Peter Beattie...

Super League moves to Canberra in 2021

The fake news that’s actually fake. Fed up with being mistreated by the NRL, the Canberra Raiders will play in the UK Super League and Challenge Cup from 2021. http://gty.im/1279390461 "We know the NRL have hated us for at least 20 years, but...

Five Cheeky NRL Predictions for 2021

The fake news that’s actually fake. With the 2020 off-season in full swing and Christmas around the corner, it's time to look into 2021's crystal ball. The 1991 Grand Final Rematch Thirty years after playing their last Grand Final against each other, Canberra...

The Forward Pass: North Queensland’s Surprise Recruits

The fake news that’s actually fake. North Queensland have named two unknown players for Sunday's grand final at Homebush. Jack Notsruht and Michael Ttocs will join an extended bench. The pair look absolutely nothing like these current injured Cowboys: http://gty.im/847750400 http://gty.im/800237670 Paul Green has specific plans for...

THE FORWARD PASS | The Broncos’ Latest Blow

The fake news that’s actually fake. Brisbane's free (to air) ride with Channel Nine could be in jeopardy. http://gty.im/1244874030 Channel Nine CEO Hugh Marks has reacted angrily to the Broncos' embarrassing 59-0 loss to the Sydney Roosters. http://gty.im/498876724 "We've had a very profitable relationship with...

The Forward Pass | Which Team is Dropping Out of the Finals?

The fake news that’s actually fake. In shock news, St. George-Illawarra have voluntarily withdrawn from the NRL 2018 premiership. The decision was made after their 52-30 loss to Melbourne last Thursday. http://gty.im/992163226 "We know the stats, no team has won a premiership after conceding...

The Forward Pass: What’s Newcastle’s New Partnership?

The fake news that’s actually fake. Newcastle have announced a lucrative partnership with FC Barcelona (Futbol Club Barcelona). http://gty.im/947939930 The idea was inspired by Peter's Beattie mixing up Newcastle and Barcelona's jerseys on live TV. http://gty.im/946470086 "Like everyone else, we had a good laugh about...

What’s Ricky’s Shock Raiders Selection Move?

The fake news that’s actually fake. Frustrated Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart will pull a shock selection move before his side's trip to Townsville this Saturday night against North Queensland (April 24): substituting his entire first grade line-up for Canberra's NSW...

The Forward Pass | Channel Nine’s New Star

The fake news that’s actually fake. Channel Nine has signed Brisbane debutant Payne Haas to a lifetime contract. http://gty.im/699102626 Haas impressed off the bench in Brisbane's win over Souths last Thursday night, playing 20 minutes, making 15 tackles and running 68 metres. Paul 'Fatty'...

Here’s the Next NRL Shock Rule Change

The fake news that’s actually fake. In a shocking backflip, the NRL will scrap the at-times controversial 'Six Again' rule after less than two seasons. From 2022, the 'Six Again' rule will be replaced by a variation of rugby union's 'Advantage' rule;...

The Forward Pass: Who’s Sabotaging the Storm?

The fake news that’s actually fake. With the Melbourne Storm seemingly destined for another premiership, a controversial shock jock is doing his best to sabotage them. http://gty.im/841874714 Cyril Lawman, host of Sydney's infamous lunchtime talkback radio show Rock Bottomer, has spent this week...

The Forward Pass: What is Stuart’s Unique Punishment?

The fake news that’s actually fake. Canberra coach Ricky Stuart revealed his unique punishment following the Raiders' close loss to the Gold Coast last weekend, following nine losses by 10 points or less last season. http://gty.im/671056548 "I was so mad that I cancelled...

Origin Series Set for Shock Makeover

The fake news that’s actually fake. The State of Origin series is set for its biggest shake up in 40 years, with the Pacific All-Stars and New Zealand All-Stars  to join the new Origin Championship. http://gty.im/1325725716 The format is spearhead by the Canberra...

The Forward Pass: Nine’s Unique Finals Coverage

The fake news that’s actually fake. Channel Nine unveiled their unique telecast plans for Saturday night's Sydney Roosters v North Qld Preliminary Final. Nine will axe their usual two hour pre-game show for an exclusive documentary: From Eastern Suburbs to Sydney: A Comprehensive Roosters...

The Forward Pass: What’s Canberra’s Drastic Plan?

The fake news that’s actually fake. Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has devised a novel way to make Canberra Stadium a fortress again. http://gty.im/930284476 "We're going to dig up the Bruce Stadium in-goals and plant live electrical doodads, so every time an opposition player...

The Forward Pass: Brisbane’s Busy Bye

The fake news that’s actually fake. While seven NRL clubs enjoyed their bye weekend, Brisbane were busy preparing for the rest of the season. http://gty.im/962030750 The Broncos hosted the South Queensland Crushers in a practice game at Suncorp Stadium last Friday night (June...

The Forward Pass: Who Wore it Best?

The fake news that’s actually fake. With the footy finals nearing its climax, it's easy to forget about Mad Monday. The Forward Pass fearlessly went undercover to judge the top five Mad Monday costumes. Jordan Rapana and BJ Leilua as Walter White and Jesse...

The Forward Pass: Titans’ Surprise Signing

Controversial tennis player Bernard Tomic is now a Gold Coast Titan. Tomic planned the move with best mate Jarryd Hayne. 'I was partying with the Hayne Playne and said I was bored with tennis, there's no challenge anymore. The Planester started digging...

Titans Launch New Nickname!

The fake news that’s actually fake. The Gold Coast Titans have officially been renamed the Gold Coast Sea-Chargers.   "The Titans started with so much promise, but we've only made three finals series' in 13 seasons, and only won four games last year....
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