http://bigpondnews.com/rssfeed/Sport/League Latest League articles. en Sun, 27 May 2012 05:30:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Tagive_enjoying_injury-free_NRL_run_754513.html The Roosters' Ratu Peni Tagive is enjoying an injury free season after a series of injuries one year ago. Sun, 27 May 2012 04:55:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Tagive_enjoying_injury-free_NRL_run_754513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Bennett_ready_to_keep_faith_with_Knights_754507.html Wayne Bennett admits he has no choice but to persist with his under-performing stars Sun, 27 May 2012 04:27:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Bennett_ready_to_keep_faith_with_Knights_754507.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Dragons_escape_against_Eels_754426.html A late try to Kyle Stanley has helped the Dragons escape with a thrilling 14-12 victory over the Eels. Sat, 26 May 2012 22:59:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Dragons_escape_against_Eels_754426.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Dragons_beat_Eels_in_NRL_754336.html St George Illawarra won 14-12 to the Parramatta Eels in a hard fought match. Sat, 26 May 2012 11:50:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Dragons_beat_Eels_in_NRL_754336.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Knights_hit_new_low_as_Titans_prevail_754287.html Newcastle's brave new world under Wayne Bennett hit a new low as the Titans won 24-14 at Hunter Stadium. Sat, 26 May 2012 09:40:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Knights_hit_new_low_as_Titans_prevail_754287.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Cronk_happy_to_carry_the_Storm_load_754275.html Storm halfback Cooper Cronk isn't prepared to lighten his load despite his side crushing Brisbane Broncos. Sat, 26 May 2012 08:05:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Cronk_happy_to_carry_the_Storm_load_754275.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Newcastle_v_Gold_Coast_Toyota_Cup_754274.html Newcastle Knights beat the Gold Coast Titans 14-10 at Hunter Stadium in the Toyota Cup. Sat, 26 May 2012 07:59:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Newcastle_v_Gold_Coast_Toyota_Cup_754274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Wallace_admits_Broncos_off_the_NRL_pace_754221.html Bronco's Peter Wallace says the team has plenty of ground to make up for to be considered a finals threat. Sat, 26 May 2012 02:20:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Wallace_admits_Broncos_off_the_NRL_pace_754221.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Broncos_Hala_to_have_surgery_next_week_754220.html Brisbane forward Dave Hala will have surgery next week after rupturing his patella tendon. Sat, 26 May 2012 02:20:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Broncos_Hala_to_have_surgery_next_week_754220.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Learoyd-Lahrs_backs_dumping_of_Dugan_754219.html Canberra hardman Tom Learoyd-Lahrs has backed the dumping of Josh Dugan from Friday night's game. Sat, 26 May 2012 02:20:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Learoyd-Lahrs_backs_dumping_of_Dugan_754219.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Plum_pumped_for_NRL_Panthers_return_754208.html Penrith's Nigel Plum will return to the field this weekend after recovering from a shoulder injury. Sat, 26 May 2012 01:13:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Plum_pumped_for_NRL_Panthers_return_754208.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Heighington_ready_for_Tigers_return_754198.html Tigers back-rower Chris Heighington makes his return from injury against North Queensland this Sunday. Sat, 26 May 2012 00:26:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Heighington_ready_for_Tigers_return_754198.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Storm_breeze_past_Broncos_754172.html Melbourne Storm have moved to the top of the NRL ladder after a 34-10 victory over the Brisbane Broncos. Fri, 25 May 2012 22:20:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Storm_breeze_past_Broncos_754172.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Storm_beat_Brisbane_34-10_in_NRL_clash_754063.html Melbourne Storm have downed Brisbane 34-10 in their top-of-the-table NRL clash at AAMI Park on Friday night. Fri, 25 May 2012 12:39:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Storm_beat_Brisbane_34-10_in_NRL_clash_754063.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Souths_hammer_Canberra_in_NRL_clash_754060.html South's Greg Inglis and Dave Taylor turned on the power to help the Rabbitohs to victory over Canberra. Fri, 25 May 2012 12:06:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Souths_hammer_Canberra_in_NRL_clash_754060.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Slater_back_to_his_best_for_Storm_754059.html Billy Slater got back to his try-scoring best as he backed up from State of Origin to defeat the Broncos. Fri, 25 May 2012 12:01:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Slater_back_to_his_best_for_Storm_754059.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Buderus_return_a_boost_for_Knights_754030.html Jarrod Mullen says the return of Danny Buderus can boost the Knights after a slow start to the season. Fri, 25 May 2012 08:09:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Buderus_return_a_boost_for_Knights_754030.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Anasta_backs_Carney_for_Origin_II_754001.html Braith Anasta predicts a strong performance from his former teammate Todd Carney in State of Origin II. Fri, 25 May 2012 06:28:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Anasta_backs_Carney_for_Origin_II_754001.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Price_would_have_been_fuming_in_Origin_753817.html Former Origin great Ray Price says he would have led his side off the field over Greg Inglis's try Thu, 24 May 2012 19:37:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Price_would_have_been_fuming_in_Origin_753817.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Bulldogs_could_be_my_last_chance_Inu_753799.html New Bulldog Krisnan Inu, is confident his new club is where he can play his best Thu, 24 May 2012 18:32:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Bulldogs_could_be_my_last_chance_Inu_753799.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Maroons_always_find_a_way__Thurston_753795.html Queensland Origin star Thurston has talked about playing for their legacy Thu, 24 May 2012 18:14:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Maroons_always_find_a_way__Thurston_753795.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Slater_to_work_on_taking_Origin_bombs_753792.html Billy Slater will work on his bombs after making a series of uncharacteristic errors in Origin 1 Thu, 24 May 2012 18:09:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Slater_to_work_on_taking_Origin_bombs_753792.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Harrigan_backs_Origin-sealing_try_753773.html Referees boss Bill Harrigan has backed the controversial ruling which sealed QLD's Origin opener win. Thu, 24 May 2012 13:25:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Harrigan_backs_Origin-sealing_try_753773.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Maroons_always_find_a_way_-_Thurston_753756.html Never giving up is the key to playing State of Origin for QLD, according to Maroons star Johnathan Thurston. Thu, 24 May 2012 11:54:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Maroons_always_find_a_way_-_Thurston_753756.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Origin_loss_not_all_refs_fault_-_Gallen_753699.html NSW captain Paul Gallen says his side can't dwell on the referees role in their 18-10 Origin opener loss. Thu, 24 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Origin_loss_not_all_refs_fault_-_Gallen_753699.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_cops_week_ban_for_Origin_blow_753670.html NSW centre Michael Jennings has been handed a one-match suspension for his punch in the Origin opener. Thu, 24 May 2012 06:35:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_cops_week_ban_for_Origin_blow_753670.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Stuart_happy_with_what_he_has_in_Origin_753652.html Ricky Stuart sees a squad he believes is capable of getting the Blues back into this year's State of Origin. Thu, 24 May 2012 04:19:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Stuart_happy_with_what_he_has_in_Origin_753652.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Hannant_and_Gillett_to_back_up_Broncos_753603.html Qld Origin players Ben Hannant and Matt Gillett will back up in Brisbane for the match against Melbourne. Thu, 24 May 2012 01:26:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Hannant_and_Gillett_to_back_up_Broncos_753603.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Warriors_release_Inu_to_join_Bulldogs_753602.html The Warriors have granted Krisnan Inu a release to join rivals Canterbury on a three and a half year deal. Thu, 24 May 2012 01:25:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Warriors_release_Inu_to_join_Bulldogs_753602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_shut_down_by_NSW_management_753478.html Michael Jennings' media appearance was shut down by team management after he admitted punching was a mistake Wed, 23 May 2012 18:59:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_shut_down_by_NSW_management_753478.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Qld_eye_seventh_straight_Origin_win_753450.html Qld are hoping to wrap up a seventh State of Origin series in Sydney rather than waiting until game three. Wed, 23 May 2012 18:17:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Qld_eye_seventh_straight_Origin_win_753450.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_had_brain_snap_-_Thurston_753430.html QLD's Johnathan Thurston said NSW centre Michael Jennings suffered a meltdown during the Origin opener. Wed, 23 May 2012 14:28:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_had_brain_snap_-_Thurston_753430.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Maroons_beat_NSW_18-10_in_Origin_753404.html Queensland have won the opening match of the State of Origin Series 18-10 against NSW in Melbourne. Wed, 23 May 2012 12:43:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Maroons_beat_NSW_18-10_in_Origin_753404.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/QLD_win_opening_Origin_match_18-10_753402.html Queensland have won the opening match of the State of Origin Series 18-10 against NSW in Melbourne. Wed, 23 May 2012 12:15:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/QLD_win_opening_Origin_match_18-10_753402.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/State_of_Origin_in_Vic_silly_-_OFarrell_753314.html NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell says it's a nonsense to have State of Origin in Melbourne. Wed, 23 May 2012 05:28:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/State_of_Origin_in_Vic_silly_-_OFarrell_753314.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/QLD_brace_for_NSW_Origin_onslaught_753317.html QLD are bracing for an early onslaught from a desperate NSW team in the opening State of Origin match. Wed, 23 May 2012 05:23:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/QLD_brace_for_NSW_Origin_onslaught_753317.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Gallen_tells_Blues_to_take_their_chance_753094.html Paul Gallen says the new-look Blues side has to prove they are State of Origin footballers by beating Qld. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:41:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Gallen_tells_Blues_to_take_their_chance_753094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Qld_braces_for_the_Blues_753090.html Mal Meninga has warned Qld players to expect some early fireworks from NSW at Etihad Stadium tonight. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:40:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Qld_braces_for_the_Blues_753090.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Carney_the_ace_up_NSWs_Origin_sleeve_753043.html NSW hooker Robbie Farah says in Todd Carney they finally have a five-eighth who is a genuine match-winner. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:12:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Carney_the_ace_up_NSWs_Origin_sleeve_753043.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Blues_set_to_target_Civoniceva_again_753042.html Queensland prop Petero Civoniceva has invited the NSW pack to target him in the State of Origin opener. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:12:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Blues_set_to_target_Civoniceva_again_753042.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/No_cotton_wool_for_Cowboy_Tate_753036.html North Queensland coach Neil Henry says he expects Brent Tate to back up from Origin against Wests Tigers. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/No_cotton_wool_for_Cowboy_Tate_753036.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tigers_relish_getting_into_the_NRL_grind_753035.html Wests Tigers believe their winning streak is a result of the abandoning the flash and embracing the grind. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tigers_relish_getting_into_the_NRL_grind_753035.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Furner_defends_decision_to_dump_Dugan_753033.html Canberra have stood down Josh Dugan and Blake Ferguson for breaching the club's alcohol policy. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Furner_defends_decision_to_dump_Dugan_753033.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dugan_Ferguson_stood_down_by_Raiders_752974.html Canberra duo Josh Dugan and Blake Ferguson have been dropped for breaching the club's alcohol policy. Tue, 22 May 2012 08:38:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dugan_Ferguson_stood_down_by_Raiders_752974.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Smith_gets_through_training_with_Maroons_752969.html Captain Cameron Smith has completed Queensland's final training run at Etihad Stadium ahead of Origin one. Tue, 22 May 2012 08:29:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Smith_gets_through_training_with_Maroons_752969.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Qlds_Smith_to_play_NSW_in_Origin_opener_752844.html Qld captain Cameron Smith will be 100 per cent fit for the first State Of Origin rugby league clash with NSW Tue, 22 May 2012 03:02:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Qlds_Smith_to_play_NSW_in_Origin_opener_752844.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Smith_to_prove_fitness_752668.html Queensland's Origin players have their final training run at Melbourne's Etihad Stadium on Tuesday. Mon, 21 May 2012 19:04:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Smith_to_prove_fitness_752668.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Barba_gives_Qld_selectors_a_reminder_752615.html Canterbury fullback Ben Barba has inspired the Bulldogs to a 26-6 win over Cronulla at ANZ Stadium. Mon, 21 May 2012 11:13:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Barba_gives_Qld_selectors_a_reminder_752615.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Team_always_Gallens_focus_for_Origin_I_752597.html NSW skipper Paul Gallen says his desperation to play in State of Origin I was not personally motivated. Mon, 21 May 2012 10:11:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Team_always_Gallens_focus_for_Origin_I_752597.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Sharks_say_destiny_is_in_their_hands_752528.html The Cronulla Sharks have announced Sharks Energy as the club's major sponsor for the next three seasons. Mon, 21 May 2012 07:09:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Sharks_say_destiny_is_in_their_hands_752528.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/We_have_ourselves_to_blame_-_Mortimer_752453.html Daniel Mortimer says the Roosters only have themselves to blame for losing Sunday's match to Manly. Mon, 21 May 2012 03:45:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/We_have_ourselves_to_blame_-_Mortimer_752453.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Gilchrist_announces_retirement_752450.html Former Australia wicketkeeper and batsman, Adam Gilchrist, has announced his retirement from all cricket. Mon, 21 May 2012 03:30:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Gilchrist_announces_retirement_752450.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Meninga_sure_ill_Smith_will_play_Origin_752423.html Queensland coach Mal Meninga says Cameron Smith will play in the Origin opener despite experiencing the flu. Mon, 21 May 2012 02:13:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Meninga_sure_ill_Smith_will_play_Origin_752423.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Reynolds_has_Origin_future_-_Crocker_752409.html South Sydney co-captain Michael Crocker says Adam Reynolds has the hallmarks of an Origin representative. Mon, 21 May 2012 01:45:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Reynolds_has_Origin_future_-_Crocker_752409.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Origin_rivals_face_off_in_Melbourne_752287.html NRL origin rivals will meet for the last time before the game today at a press conference in Melbourne. Sun, 20 May 2012 20:27:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Origin_rivals_face_off_in_Melbourne_752287.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Understrength_Sharks_ready_for_NRL_Dogs_752273.html The Sharks will be aiming for third place on the NRL ladder when they take on Canterbury tonight. Sun, 20 May 2012 19:33:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Understrength_Sharks_ready_for_NRL_Dogs_752273.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/NSW_boost_as_Gallen_good_to_go_752157.html NSW has received a boost with Paul Gallen appearing a certain starter for Wednesday's State of Origin. Sun, 20 May 2012 07:25:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/NSW_boost_as_Gallen_good_to_go_752157.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Reynolds_the_hero_for_in-form_Souths_752156.html A golden-point field goal from Adam Reynolds has sealed a 19-18 win for the Rabbitohs over St George. Sun, 20 May 2012 07:18:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Reynolds_the_hero_for_in-form_Souths_752156.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Understrength_Manly_down_Roosters_18-10_752151.html An under-strength Manly flexed their premiership muscle with a hard-fought 18-10 victory over the Roosters. Sun, 20 May 2012 06:43:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Understrength_Manly_down_Roosters_18-10_752151.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sharks_no_longer_one_man_team_Bukuya_752122.html Cronulla forward Jayson Bukuya says his side can win without Paul Gallen and Todd Carney. Sun, 20 May 2012 04:17:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sharks_no_longer_one_man_team_Bukuya_752122.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Gallen_looking_fit_for_Origin_clash_752119.html NSW skipper Paul Gallen showed no sign of his strained thigh muscle at training. Sun, 20 May 2012 04:10:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Gallen_looking_fit_for_Origin_clash_752119.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sims_breaks_both_bones_in_left_leg_752096.html Tariq Sims is set to miss the NRL season after it was confirmed he had broken both bones in his left leg. Sun, 20 May 2012 02:50:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sims_breaks_both_bones_in_left_leg_752096.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Origin_playmakers_get_down_to_business_751998.html NSW playmakers Robbie Farah and Mitchell Pearce are excited to test their partnership at the Origin level Sat, 19 May 2012 19:35:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Origin_playmakers_get_down_to_business_751998.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tariq_Sims_Origin_dream_over_751942.html Tariq Sims' Origin dream is over after the North Qld star was taken to hospital with a suspected broken leg. Sat, 19 May 2012 11:43:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tariq_Sims_Origin_dream_over_751942.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Maroons_will_lift_for_Petero_Lockyer_751889.html Retired Maroons great Darren Lockyer claims he will stay away from Queensland's Origin I preparations. Sat, 19 May 2012 06:38:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Maroons_will_lift_for_Petero_Lockyer_751889.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Foran_NRL_return_boosts_Manly_751821.html Kieran Foran will return for his first game since signing a new contract to stay with the Sea Eagles. Sat, 19 May 2012 00:50:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Foran_NRL_return_boosts_Manly_751821.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cowboys_out_to_tame_Panthers_751801.html A depleted North Queensland side take on Penrith in NRL action in Townsville tonight. Fri, 18 May 2012 23:07:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cowboys_out_to_tame_Panthers_751801.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/NRL_bans_Graham_from_vaseline_751708.html Canterbury player James Graham has been banned from coating his legs in vaseline Fri, 18 May 2012 17:17:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/NRL_bans_Graham_from_vaseline_751708.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tigers_pip_Warriors_by_2_points_751703.html The Wests Tigers have claimed a nail-biting 24-22 NRL victory over the Warriors at Leichhardt. Fri, 18 May 2012 16:23:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tigers_pip_Warriors_by_2_points_751703.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Tigers_pip_Warriors_24-22_in_NRL_751665.html The Wests Tigers have mounted a spirited second-half comeback in the NRL to defeat the Warriors 24-22. Fri, 18 May 2012 12:04:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Tigers_pip_Warriors_24-22_in_NRL_751665.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Bowen_to_lead_Cowboys_in_NRL_v_Penrith_751602.html Matt Bowen has been named the Cowboys' captain for Saturday night's NRL clash with Penrith in Townsville. Fri, 18 May 2012 07:12:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Bowen_to_lead_Cowboys_in_NRL_v_Penrith_751602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Ayoub_match_fixing_charges_dismissed_751570.html Match fixing charges against rugby league player manager Sam Ayoub have been dismissed in a Sydney court. Fri, 18 May 2012 05:38:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Ayoub_match_fixing_charges_dismissed_751570.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Queensland_Origin_side_cancel_training_751545.html Coach Mal Meninga has called off a training session to keep his players as fresh as possible. Fri, 18 May 2012 04:13:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Queensland_Origin_side_cancel_training_751545.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Blues_cant_knock_off_in_Origin_Hayne_751544.html NSW winger Jarryd Hayne says the Blues have to stay focused in next week's State of Origin opener. Fri, 18 May 2012 04:09:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Blues_cant_knock_off_in_Origin_Hayne_751544.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Sharks_complete_deal_for_Panther_Gordon_751295.html Cronulla have completed the signing of Penrith star Michael Gordon for the start of the 2013 NRL season. Thu, 17 May 2012 08:58:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Sharks_complete_deal_for_Panther_Gordon_751295.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Civoniceva_could_be_playing_last_Origin_751274.html Petero Civoniceva has admitted Wednesday's opening State of Origin match could be his last appearance. Thu, 17 May 2012 06:58:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Civoniceva_could_be_playing_last_Origin_751274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Tigers_seeking_revenge_over_Warriors_751212.html Coach Tim Sheens says the Wests Tigers have a lot to play for in Friday night's NRL clash with the Warriors. Thu, 17 May 2012 04:17:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Tigers_seeking_revenge_over_Warriors_751212.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Sharks_hard_done_by_during_Origin_period_751028.html Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan says he's disappointed by the club's schedule during the State of Origin. Wed, 16 May 2012 11:45:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Sharks_hard_done_by_during_Origin_period_751028.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Lewis_backs_Jennings_to_fire_for_NSW_751010.html NSW back-rower Luke Lewis says the form of his Penrith teammate Michael Jennings has not been that bad. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:24:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Lewis_backs_Jennings_to_fire_for_NSW_751010.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Queensland_will_be_spurred_on_by_Beetson_750978.html Memories of Arthur Beetson will be with the QLD players in the Origin game since his passing last year. Wed, 16 May 2012 08:42:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Queensland_will_be_spurred_on_by_Beetson_750978.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hasler_loses_locks_for_charity_750955.html Rugby league's most famous head of hair is gone, with Bulldogs coach Des Hasler chopping it for charity. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:41:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hasler_loses_locks_for_charity_750955.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hodges_trains_ahead_of_Origin_One_750954.html Queensland centre Justin Hodges has taken part in the Maroons' first training session for origin. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:35:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hodges_trains_ahead_of_Origin_One_750954.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Weymans_NRL_season_over_750945.html Michael Weyman's NRL season is over after he had surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right knee. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:12:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Weymans_NRL_season_over_750945.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Warriors_propping_quartet_reunited_750912.html Sam Rapira's return means the propping quartet that helped the Warriors to the grand final will return. Wed, 16 May 2012 05:50:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Warriors_propping_quartet_reunited_750912.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Merrin_ready_to_make_Origin_impact_750700.html NSW prop Trent Merrin tells of disappointment being dumped for last year's Origin series decider. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:11:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Merrin_ready_to_make_Origin_impact_750700.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Warriors_wary_of_Tigers_despite_no_Farah_750680.html The Warriors are under no illusions about the challenge Wests Tigers will provide in their NRL clash Tue, 15 May 2012 18:43:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Warriors_wary_of_Tigers_despite_no_Farah_750680.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Stuarts_Watmough_Origin_decision_750677.html The NSW coach says he did not select Watmough for State of Origin just for his shoulder injury. Tue, 15 May 2012 18:33:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Stuarts_Watmough_Origin_decision_750677.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Inglis_set_to_break_Origin_try_record_750607.html Greg Inglis can pass the enigmatic Dale Shearer as QLD's leading try scorer in next week's Origin clash. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:33:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Inglis_set_to_break_Origin_try_record_750607.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Foran_back_for_Manly_after_injury_750604.html Manly five-eighth Kieran Foran makes his long-awaited return from a hamstring injury. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:24:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Foran_back_for_Manly_after_injury_750604.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Stuart_happy_with_Watmough_decision_750602.html Coach Ricky Stuart says Anthony Watmough's shoulder injury was not the only reason for not selecting him. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:17:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Stuart_happy_with_Watmough_decision_750602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Storm_coach_concerned_by_NRL_milking_750528.html Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has is appealing to NRL players to stop staying down and milking penalties. Tue, 15 May 2012 05:36:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Storm_coach_concerned_by_NRL_milking_750528.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hodges_confident_for_Origin_opener_750470.html Justin Hodges dismissed concerns his injured foot means his State of Origin injury hoodoo has struck again. Tue, 15 May 2012 04:32:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hodges_confident_for_Origin_opener_750470.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Meninga_says_Gillett_ready_for_Origin_750435.html Queensland coach Mal Meninga says exciting Brisbane Broncos debutant Matt Gillett is ready for Origin. Tue, 15 May 2012 00:25:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Meninga_says_Gillett_ready_for_Origin_750435.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Dragons_NRL_duo_to_undergo_scans_750415.html Michael Weyman and Nathan Fien to have scans on injuries they sustained during the Dragons' loss to Penrith. Mon, 14 May 2012 23:15:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Dragons_NRL_duo_to_undergo_scans_750415.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hayne_ready_to_step_up_for_NSW_750362.html NSW winger Jarryd Hayne says the hyped-up atmosphere of State of Origin brings out the best in him. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:05:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hayne_ready_to_step_up_for_NSW_750362.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Panthers_on_NSW_collision_course_750275.html Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says the decision to drop Michael Jennings to the NSW Cup was totally form-related Mon, 14 May 2012 13:47:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Panthers_on_NSW_collision_course_750275.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Coote_field_goal_seals_Panthers_NRL_win_750262.html Lachlan Coote's golden-point field goal sealed a dramatic 13-12 win for the Panthers over St George Mon, 14 May 2012 11:43:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Coote_field_goal_seals_Panthers_NRL_win_750262.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Maroons_selectors_stay_loyal_750233.html QLD rugby league selectors have shown loyalty as they chase their seventh successive Origin series win. Mon, 14 May 2012 10:14:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Maroons_selectors_stay_loyal_750233.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Canberras_Papalii_cleared_of_fracture_750204.html Powerful Canberra NRL second-rower Josh Papalii has been cleared of a fractured arm. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:22:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Canberras_Papalii_cleared_of_fracture_750204.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Farah_to_make_up_for_lost_time_for_NSW_750200.html Recalled Blues hooker Robbie Farah says he's determined to prove he's capable of league's toughest game. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:22:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Farah_to_make_up_for_lost_time_for_NSW_750200.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/No_NRL_charge_for_Glenn_Stewart_750152.html The NRL review committee ruled no case to answer for Glenn Stewart's high shot on Brisbane's Corey Norman. Mon, 14 May 2012 04:15:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/No_NRL_charge_for_Glenn_Stewart_750152.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Jennings_NSW_inclusion_no_risk_-_Stuart_750033.html NSW coach Ricky Stuart says the decision to pick Michael Jennings for Origin is not a big risk. Sun, 13 May 2012 22:38:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Jennings_NSW_inclusion_no_risk_-_Stuart_750033.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/NRL_misery_continues_for_Parramatta_750024.html The Eels are at the bottom of the ladder after a loss to Canberra, Cronulla gave the Storm their first loss. Sun, 13 May 2012 22:06:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/NRL_misery_continues_for_Parramatta_750024.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Gillett_set_to_make_Origin_debut_for_Qld_749906.html Brisbane forward Matt Gillett will continue his league rise with selection in the QLD origin squad. Sun, 13 May 2012 11:43:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Gillett_set_to_make_Origin_debut_for_Qld_749906.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stuart_comfortable_with_Farah_selection_749904.html Ricky Stuart says Farah's strong performance in the City-Country clash was a big factor in choosing him. Sun, 13 May 2012 11:37:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stuart_comfortable_with_Farah_selection_749904.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Sharks_beat_Storm_12-10_in_NRL_thriller_749864.html Cronulla's Jeremy Smith was the hero as Melbourne lost in a dramatic 12-10 Sharks' victory on Sunday. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:40:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Sharks_beat_Storm_12-10_in_NRL_thriller_749864.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/NSW_Origin_squad_for_Origin_1_named_749863.html Coach Ricky Stuart has selected the NSW squad for the opening 2012 State of Origin rugby league match. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:40:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/NSW_Origin_squad_for_Origin_1_named_749863.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Knights_fans_need_patience_Bennett_749861.html Newcastle's coach has warned there is no quick fix to the NRL club's woes after a loss to North Queensland. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:19:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Knights_fans_need_patience_Bennett_749861.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Raiders_hold_off_Eels_for_40-34_NRL_win_749851.html Canberra secured a much-needed 40-34 NRL victory against Parramatta at Canberra Stadium on Sunday. Sun, 13 May 2012 06:37:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Raiders_hold_off_Eels_for_40-34_NRL_win_749851.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Rebels_Phipps_back_in_Wallabies_frame_749794.html Melbourne Rebels halfback Nick Phipps is again back in the running for a Wallabies berth. Sun, 13 May 2012 02:46:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Rebels_Phipps_back_in_Wallabies_frame_749794.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Panthers_on_NSW_collision_course_749771.html Penrith coach Ivan Cleary insists the choice to drop Michael Jennings to NSW Cup was totally form- related. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:31:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Panthers_on_NSW_collision_course_749771.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Eels_re-sign_Ben_Smith_for_two_seasons_749770.html Parramatta received a boost with injured forward Ben Smith committing to the club for a further two seasons. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:28:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Eels_re-sign_Ben_Smith_for_two_seasons_749770.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Raiders_keen_to_stop_the_rot_against_Eel_749654.html The Canberra Raiders hope to get their campaign back on track with a much-needed victory over Parramatta. Sat, 12 May 2012 18:54:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Raiders_keen_to_stop_the_rot_against_Eel_749654.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stuart_to_unveil_NSW_Origin_side_749652.html Several players have a final chance to prove their skill ahead of this afternoon's NSW Origin picks. Sat, 12 May 2012 18:51:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stuart_to_unveil_NSW_Origin_side_749652.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Warriors_enjoy_NRL_win_over_Roosters_749639.html The Warriors' young brigade came to the fore as they beat the Sydney Roosters 30-26. Sat, 12 May 2012 16:08:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Warriors_enjoy_NRL_win_over_Roosters_749639.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Cowboys_beat_Knights_32-12_749629.html North Queensland maestro Jonathan Thurston steers the Cowboys to a 32-12 NRL win over Newcastle. Sat, 12 May 2012 12:36:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Cowboys_beat_Knights_32-12_749629.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_enjoy_NRL_win_over_Roosters_749599.html The Warriors' young brigade came to the fore as they beat the Sydney Roosters 30-26. Sat, 12 May 2012 12:17:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_enjoy_NRL_win_over_Roosters_749599.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_enjoy_tight_win_over_Roosters_749588.html The Warriors' young brigade came to the fore as they beat the Sydney Roosters 30-26. Sat, 12 May 2012 10:56:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_enjoy_tight_win_over_Roosters_749588.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Jennings_says_hes_focused_on_Penrith_749591.html Axed Penrith centre Michael Jennings says he gave his injured shoulder the test he wanted in NSW Cup. Sat, 12 May 2012 10:17:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Jennings_says_hes_focused_on_Penrith_749591.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_hold_out_Roosters_749587.html The Warriors have beaten the Sydney Roosters 30-26 in a see-sawing NRL battle in Auckland. Sat, 12 May 2012 09:45:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_hold_out_Roosters_749587.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Parker_rues_NRL_goalkicking_inaccuracy_749514.html Corey Parker has criticised his own goalkicking Sat, 12 May 2012 03:01:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Parker_rues_NRL_goalkicking_inaccuracy_749514.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Sharks_were_getting_complacent_Carney_749513.html Cronulla Sharks star, Todd Carney said they were getting complacent off their 6 game winning streak Sat, 12 May 2012 02:49:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Sharks_were_getting_complacent_Carney_749513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/The_Titans_beat_the_Bulldogs_25_to_14_749395.html Gold Coast Titans defeated Canterbury Bulldogs 25-14 in their NRL clash in Brisbane on Friday night. Fri, 11 May 2012 12:49:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/The_Titans_beat_the_Bulldogs_25_to_14_749395.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Sea_Eagles_beat_Broncos_24_to_22_749364.html Manly scored in the last minute to snatch a thrilling 24-22 NRL win over Brisbane on Friday night. Fri, 11 May 2012 10:56:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Sea_Eagles_beat_Broncos_24_to_22_749364.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ryan_Tandy_loses_court_appeal_749295.html Ryan Tandy has lost an appeal against a conviction for lying to the Commission about NRL betting scandals. Fri, 11 May 2012 07:03:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ryan_Tandy_loses_court_appeal_749295.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Storm_Dragons_weigh_up_Origin_effect_749292.html Craig Bellamy admits he coming to grips with how cope with the effect Origin has on the team's best players. Fri, 11 May 2012 06:55:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Storm_Dragons_weigh_up_Origin_effect_749292.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/T-Rex_ready_to_explode_749252.html A fitness regime equal to a tortuous pre-season schedule has NSW X-factor Tony Williams ready for Origin. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:21:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/T-Rex_ready_to_explode_749252.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Kenny-Dowall_looking_forward_to_big_bash_749239.html Roosters centre Shaun Kenny-Dowall is expecting fireworks up front as the Warriors and Roosters clash. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:05:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Kenny-Dowall_looking_forward_to_big_bash_749239.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Dragons_relieved_at_Jennings_NRL_axing_749235.html Dragons winger Jason Nightingale says he's relieved he doesn't have to mark up against dumped Jennings. Fri, 11 May 2012 04:55:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Dragons_relieved_at_Jennings_NRL_axing_749235.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Sharks_likely_to_lose_Gallen_Flanagan_749189.html Cronulla are preparing to take on the undefeated Storm without skipper Paul Gallen and coach Shane Flanagan. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:59:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Sharks_likely_to_lose_Gallen_Flanagan_749189.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Broncos_out_to_topple_Manly_749023.html Brisbane will look to consolidate their place in the NRL top four tonight when they take on Manly. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:32:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Broncos_out_to_topple_Manly_749023.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Mitchell_to_undergo_late_fitness_test_749020.html Drew Mitchell will undergo a fitness test today to determine if he can return to the Waratahs tour party. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:26:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Mitchell_to_undergo_late_fitness_test_749020.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Titans_Prince_and_Champion_to_play_748962.html The Titans have a boost for the clash with the Bulldogs as stars Prince and Beau Champion cleared to play. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:13:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Titans_Prince_and_Champion_to_play_748962.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Carney_can_beat_Maroons_-_Bellamy_748961.html Todd Carney says he is up to the challenge of testing his Origin credentials this weekend against Melbourne. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:06:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Carney_can_beat_Maroons_-_Bellamy_748961.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Bellamy_keen_to_contact_Sharks_rival_748933.html Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy will contact Shark's Shane Flanagan to check on his health following surgery. Thu, 10 May 2012 06:58:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Bellamy_keen_to_contact_Sharks_rival_748933.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Jennings_out_of_form_in_NRL_748931.html Penrith coach Ivan Cleary insists Michael Jennings' recent form has not even been up to NRL standard. Thu, 10 May 2012 06:52:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Jennings_out_of_form_in_NRL_748931.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Stuart_to_take_Origin_selection_risks_748697.html NSW coach Ricky Stuart says they can't be conservative in picking their side for if they hope to beat QLD. Wed, 09 May 2012 13:41:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Stuart_to_take_Origin_selection_risks_748697.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Gallen_found_not_guilty_748692.html Cronulla Captain Paul Gallen was found not guilty for kneeing Rabbitoh's David Taylor and is free to play. Wed, 09 May 2012 12:22:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Gallen_found_not_guilty_748692.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Bronco_Norman_not_getting_big_head_748671.html Young Brisbane NRL five-eighth Corey Norman is not getting carried away with early praise. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:51:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Bronco_Norman_not_getting_big_head_748671.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Ropati_extends_Warriors_NRL_contract_748668.html Jerome Ropati has signed a one-year contract with the Warriors, extending his stay to 11 seasons. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:44:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Ropati_extends_Warriors_NRL_contract_748668.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Sharks_coach_rushed_to_hospital_748666.html Reports say Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan has undergone emergency surgery for a twisted bowel. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:40:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Sharks_coach_rushed_to_hospital_748666.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Dragons_Prior_suspended_for_5_matches_748653.html St George Illawarra forward Matt Prior has been suspended for five matches by the NRL judiciary. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:00:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Dragons_Prior_suspended_for_5_matches_748653.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Stuart_keen_to_get_Origin_started_748614.html Blues State of Origin coach Ricky Stuart is counting the days until he can name his side for the series. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:52:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Stuart_keen_to_get_Origin_started_748614.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Gallen_to_fight_NRL_kneeing_charge_748599.html Cronulla skipper Paul Gallen will front the NRL judiciary on Wednesday night to fight a kneeing charge. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:26:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Gallen_to_fight_NRL_kneeing_charge_748599.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Roosters_becoming_dominant_pack_748517.html Jared Waerea-Hargreaves says the Roosters are on their way to becoming the dominant forward pack in the NRL. Wed, 09 May 2012 00:50:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Roosters_becoming_dominant_pack_748517.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Parramatta_under_pressure_748406.html Parramatta players and coach Stephen Kearney fronted the club's fans, answering questions at the AGM. Tue, 08 May 2012 21:21:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Parramatta_under_pressure_748406.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Prior_to_discover_fate_at_judiciary_748352.html Matt Prior will discover his fate at the judiciary tonight following his striking charge on Qld's Thurston. Tue, 08 May 2012 18:33:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Prior_to_discover_fate_at_judiciary_748352.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Roosters_re-sign_Arona_748206.html Sydney Roosters have signed up-and-coming forward Tinirau Arona to a new two-year deal. Tue, 08 May 2012 09:08:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Roosters_re-sign_Arona_748206.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Raiders_Furner_to_appeal_referee_fine_748198.html Raiders coach David Furner will appeal the $10,000 fine for criticism of the referees after a loss to Manly. Tue, 08 May 2012 08:22:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Raiders_Furner_to_appeal_referee_fine_748198.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Broncos_release_Dane_Gagai_from_contract_748187.html Brisbane have released young talent Dane Gagai less than two months after re-signing him until 2014. Tue, 08 May 2012 08:03:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Broncos_release_Dane_Gagai_from_contract_748187.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Panther_Jennings_axed_from_NRL_side_748147.html Penrith have dropped NSW State of Origin hopeful Michael Jennings to the NRL club's NSW Cup feeder team. Tue, 08 May 2012 06:43:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Panther_Jennings_axed_from_NRL_side_748147.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Mara_replaces_Friend_for_Warriors_748133.html Alehana Mara replaces an injured Nathan Friend in the only line-up change for the Warriors. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:46:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Mara_replaces_Friend_for_Warriors_748133.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Raiders_cop_fine_for_Furner_spray_748108.html The Raiders have been slapped with a $10,000 fine after coach David Furner questioned refs in loss to Manly. Tue, 08 May 2012 04:56:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Raiders_cop_fine_for_Furner_spray_748108.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Furner_fined_for_questioning_referees_748056.html Canberra has been served a $10,000 breach notice after coach David Furner criticised the referees on Sunday. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:14:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Furner_fined_for_questioning_referees_748056.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Civoniceva_to_retire_at_end_of_season_748054.html Record-breaking Petero Civoniceva has announced he'll retire from rugby league at the end of the season. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:11:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Civoniceva_to_retire_at_end_of_season_748054.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Eels_players_back_under-fire_Kearney_748052.html Parramatta centre Ryan Morgan insists the Eels' playing group are behind NRL coach Stephen Kearney. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:07:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Eels_players_back_under-fire_Kearney_748052.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Gallen_cleared_for_Origin_opener_748041.html NSW captain Paul Gallen has escaped suspension and will play in the State of Origin series opener on May 23. Tue, 08 May 2012 02:40:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Gallen_cleared_for_Origin_opener_748041.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gallens_NSW_Origin_hopes_in_doubt_747862.html NSW captain Paul Gallen could miss Origin I after injuring his knee and being put on report against Souths. Mon, 07 May 2012 13:04:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gallens_NSW_Origin_hopes_in_doubt_747862.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gallen_shocker_as_South_down_Sharks_747851.html NSW coach Ricky Stuart is confronting a double nightmare with Sharks star Paul Gallen injured. Mon, 07 May 2012 11:29:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gallen_shocker_as_South_down_Sharks_747851.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Souths_down_Sharks_in_NRL_747847.html South Sydney Rabbitohs have beaten the Cronulla Sharks 34 to 28 in the NRL. Mon, 07 May 2012 10:50:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Souths_down_Sharks_in_NRL_747847.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Elias_matchfixing_acquittal_appealed_747774.html League identity John Elias could face match fixing charges with his acquittal being appealed by NSW DPP. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:51:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Elias_matchfixing_acquittal_appealed_747774.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Campbell_feels_for_Eels_Sandow_747795.html Ex-NRL player Preston Campbell fears Chris Sandow is not being allowed to play his style with the Eels. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:43:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Campbell_feels_for_Eels_Sandow_747795.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Minichiellos_Origin_audition_747782.html Roosters veteran Anthony Minichiello is determined to hang on to his NSW Origin jumper. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:31:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Minichiellos_Origin_audition_747782.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Storm_re-sign_ONeill_for_two_years_747779.html Melbourne have offset losing Dane Nielsen by re-signing Justin O'Neill for a futher two seasons. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:23:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Storm_re-sign_ONeill_for_two_years_747779.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Prior_referred_straight_to_NRL_judiciary_747764.html Dragons Matt Prior is facing a lengthy suspension over a striking charge on Cowboys Jonathan Thurston. Mon, 07 May 2012 05:26:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Prior_referred_straight_to_NRL_judiciary_747764.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Warriors_sign_Storm_centre-_747762.html The Warriors have captured Melbourne Storm's Dane Nielsen on a three-year deal. Mon, 07 May 2012 05:15:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Warriors_sign_Storm_centre-_747762.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Origin_pressure_helping_Pearce_747734.html Roosters coach Brian Smith believes Mitchell Pearce's play against the Knights shows how he's matured. Mon, 07 May 2012 03:55:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Origin_pressure_helping_Pearce_747734.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gidley_confirms_his_NRL_season_is_over_747722.html Newcastle captain Kurt Gidley has confirmed his NRL season is over to undergo a shoulder reconstruction. Mon, 07 May 2012 03:24:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gidley_confirms_his_NRL_season_is_over_747722.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Dane_Nielsen_to_join_Warriors_747567.html Qld State of Origin centre Dane Nielsen will leave Melb Storm at the end of the season to join the Warriors. Sun, 06 May 2012 21:50:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Dane_Nielsen_to_join_Warriors_747567.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Furner_blasts_officials_after_Manly_loss_747558.html Canberra coach David Furner has blasted match officials over a 8-3 penalty count in the 18-12 loss to Manly. Sun, 06 May 2012 21:40:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Furner_blasts_officials_after_Manly_loss_747558.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Pearce_fires_as_Roosters_belt_Knights_747553.html Sydney Roosters have snapped a two-game losing streak as Mitchell Pearce inspired a 24-6 win over Newcastle. Sun, 06 May 2012 21:24:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Pearce_fires_as_Roosters_belt_Knights_747553.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Furner_blasts_officials_after_Manly_loss_747469.html Canberra coach David Furner accused match officials of blocking his side's path to a shock win over Manly. Sun, 06 May 2012 13:03:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Furner_blasts_officials_after_Manly_loss_747469.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Pearce_fires_as_Roosters_belt_Knights_747467.html Sydney Roosters have snapped a two-game losing streak and moved back into the NRL top eight. Sun, 06 May 2012 12:53:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Pearce_fires_as_Roosters_belt_Knights_747467.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Dugan_eyes_Origin_No1_spot_747424.html Canberra fullback Josh Dugan hopes a big game against Parramatta might see him get the Blues No.1 spot. Sun, 06 May 2012 09:29:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Dugan_eyes_Origin_No1_spot_747424.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Roosters_cruise_past_under-par_Knights_747414.html Sydney Roosters have beaten Newcastle 24-6 in Sunday's NRL clash at Allianz Stadium. Sun, 06 May 2012 08:45:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Roosters_cruise_past_under-par_Knights_747414.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Manly_beat_Raiders_18-12_747383.html Fullback Brett Stewart helped the Sea Eagles to a 18-12 NRL victory over Canberra at Brookvale Oval. Sun, 06 May 2012 06:16:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Manly_beat_Raiders_18-12_747383.html