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analysis:Why the NRL career of Super League-bound Matt Moylan is a cautionary tale

Matt Moylan heads to the Super League having had a fine career in the NRL, but the former Sharks playmaker could never shake off the impossible expectations foisted on him.
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A man looks on after his rugby league team concedes a try

Salary cap exemptions will be 'considered' as NRL targets rugby raids

NRL boss Andrew Abdo says salary-cap incentives for a raid on rival codes could be implemented without jeopardising a level playing field for all clubs.
Mark Nawaqanitawase looks up

Three ants, two potatoes, one spaceman: The best, weirdest and wildest mascots in country footy

From Guyra Super Spuds to Young Cherrypickers and Aberglasslyn Ants, country rugby league has served up it's fair share of unique mascots. Here's the stories behind the weirdest, wildest and most wonderful team names around. 
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A man runs the ball during a rugby league match

Women's Origin extended to three-game series as NRL releases 2024 fixtures

Women's State of Origin will be a full three-match series from 2024 as the NRL releases its full fixtures for the upcoming season.
Queensland Maroons lift the Women's State of Origin shield as pyrotechnic flames erupt behind them.

analysis:Can new coach Benji Marshall give Wests Tigers something to believe in?

Earlier this year, Benji Marshall was bouncing around Wests Tigers like he could still play. Now, the most beloved player of his generation has taken charge of one of the league's most success-starved clubs.
West Tigers assistant coach Benji Marshall looks on ahead of the NRL trial match between New Zealand Warriors and Wests Tigers at Mt Smart Stadium on February 09, 2023 in Auckland, New Zealand.

'I could feel myself withdrawing': How a gruesome injury saw a rising Rabbitoh lose his obsession for the game

After five years, Trent Peoples had achieved a lifelong dream to play in the NRL. Just a few months later, he made the difficult decision to temporarily walk away from the sport that was his life. 
A man celebrates with family and friends after a rugby league match

'Australia is about to see a tsunami of ACL injuries' warns surgeon who fixed Ellie Carpenter's knee

Season-ending knee injuries are becoming common among female athletes in Australia's football codes, leaving medical experts  increasingly concerned with the rise in this trend.
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A female footballer player lies on the ground after injuring her knee.

Kiwis hammer Kangaroos in record-breaking win to claim Pacific Championships title

Considered underdogs heading into the Pacific Championships final, New Zealand stuns World Cup winners Australia with a 30-0 victory in Hamilton.
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Kiwis players and coaches celebrate defeating the Kangaroos in the Pacific Championships final.

Hasler just 'part of the plan' as Titans plot path to on-field glory

Gold Coast Titans coach Des Hasler insists he is only one piece of the puzzle that could help make the club a success. 
Des Hasler at the Gold Coast Titan's HQ today.

Charges dismissed against NRL players Jack Wighton, Latrell Mitchell

Charges against NRL and Rabbitohs stars Jack Wighton and Latrell Mitchell over an alleged brawl between the two at a Canberra nightclub earlier this year have been dismissed.
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