‘A hot dog bun with flesh hanging out’:Knights star’s emergency surgery on gruesome injury
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‘A hot dog bun with flesh hanging out’:Knights star’s emergency surgery on gruesome injury

Kai Pearce-Paul initially thought it was just like any other graze. But after taking a second look,he realised he had a serious problem.

  • byAdam Pengilly

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‘Lying is a sin’:Penrith star’s dig at Wigan rival over controversial try
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NRL 2024

‘Lying is a sin’:Penrith star’s dig at Wigan rival over controversial try

The NRL’s best team was again beaten by their English rivals,but the victory was secured courtesy of a refereeing decision that had Australians scratching their heads.

  • byAdam Pengilly
As it happened:Wigan stun Penrith in controversial World Club Challenge win

As it happened:Wigan stun Penrith in controversial World Club Challenge win

Wigan made it back-to-back wins in the World Club challenge after downing the NRL’s three-peat champions.

  • byAdam Pengilly
‘Existential threat to the game’:Is this rugby league’s worst refereeing decision?

‘Existential threat to the game’:Is this rugby league’s worst refereeing decision?

Sam Burgess’ first home game as Warrington coach descended into a near farce after a former NRL player was sent off for an accidental head clash.

  • byAdam Pengilly
How the Panthers’ global appeal soared after Manchester United Instagram post

How the Panthers’ global appeal soared after Manchester United Instagram post

First it was Manchester City,now their crosstown rivals have rolled out the red carpet for Nathan Cleary,who says he “won’t close many doors” when it comes to his future.

  • byAdam Pengilly
‘If you live in the past,you’re screwed’:Why Dave Grohl is inspiring Ivan Cleary

‘If you live in the past,you’re screwed’:Why Dave Grohl is inspiring Ivan Cleary

In a rare interview,the Panthers coach opens up on the Foo Fighters,Nathan’s future,Jarome Luai’s $6 million Tigers deal and his fears for the new season.

  • byAdam Pengilly
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His dad wanted to kick him out of home if he didn’t support the Roosters – now he’s Penrith’s future

His dad wanted to kick him out of home if he didn’t support the Roosters – now he’s Penrith’s future

The man to replace Jarome Luai beyond this year has become a little clearer. But he still needs to convince his dad to support the Panthers.

  • byAdam Pengilly
‘It’s madness’:Panthers blown away by Manchester City

‘It’s madness’:Panthers blown away by Manchester City

Penrith has long been considered the benchmark for NRL facilities - but they met their match in a $380 million complex belonging to a giant of the world game.

  • byAdam Pengilly
Why England’s new tackle height laws could change the face of NRL

Why England’s new tackle height laws could change the face of NRL

English authorities are lowering legal tackle heights and limiting appearances to reduce potential concussion risks,as Australian coaches and experts suggest alternative rule changes to combat CTE.

  • byDan Walsh
‘It spread to my brain,it was serious’:Young relives health ordeal
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NRL 2023

‘It spread to my brain,it was serious’:Young relives health ordeal

When Dominic Young arrived in England,the giant winger was looking forward to adding to his Test tally. Instead,he is lying in a Leeds hospital after an emergency operation.

  • byAdrian Proszenko
‘You grow up and it changes your perspective on life’:Mitchell Pearce’s final fling

‘You grow up and it changes your perspective on life’:Mitchell Pearce’s final fling

The veteran halfback talks rugby league,rehab and moustaches before the final match of his career.

  • byAndrew Webster