Bulldogs enter Utoikamanu race as Richardson says Bateman move creates ‘war chest’

Bulldogs enter Utoikamanu race as Richardson says Bateman move creates ‘war chest’

Canterbury has quietly expressed an interest in the Tigers prop – who has a $4 million offer on the table from the Tigers – as details of John Bateman’s return to England emerge.

  • byAdam Pengilly

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Ryles’ new Eels era won’t include Barrett as Talagi offered fullback chance

Ryles’ new Eels era won’t include Barrett as Talagi offered fullback chance

The incoming Parramatta coach has opted for a clean break from the Brad Arthur era,while making a final pitch to highly rated youngster Blaize Talagi.

  • byAdam Pengilly
Sharks demand explanation for four-tackle set in costly defeat

Sharks demand explanation for four-tackle set in costly defeat

Cronulla’s loss to the Titans on Friday was overshadowed by a refereeing mistake and a controversial denied try.

  • byAdrian Proszenko,Billie Eder andDan Walsh
‘Best of both worlds’:Nawaqanitawase eyes unprecedented Olympic gold-NRL title double
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‘Best of both worlds’:Nawaqanitawase eyes unprecedented Olympic gold-NRL title double

Mark Nawaqanitawase has spoken for the first time about chasing a unique double as the Australian men’s and women’s sevens squad for Paris were unveiled.

  • byAdrian Proszenko
Olympic gold and NRL premiership:Nawaqanitawase in line for double in cross-code shock
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Olympic gold and NRL premiership:Nawaqanitawase in line for double in cross-code shock

It was thought Mark Nawaqanitawase would have to choose between Olympic gold and a crack at an NRL premiership this season. Instead,he could do both.

  • byAdrian Proszenko
Raiders firebrand Horsburgh sent off for fighting during NSW Cup match

Raiders firebrand Horsburgh sent off for fighting during NSW Cup match

The former Queensland representative was one of three players sent from the field in a match against the Warriors.

  • byAdam Pengilly,Christian Nicolussi,Adrian Proszenko andDan Walsh
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Dragons and Raiders set to table $4.5 million offers to Utoikamanu

Dragons and Raiders set to table $4.5 million offers to Utoikamanu

The Wests Tigers prop was this week granted permission to test the market,having turned down the club’s offer of a five-year,$4 million contract extension.

  • byMichael Chammas
Tigers grant Utoikamanu permission to test options as Raiders,Storm circle

Tigers grant Utoikamanu permission to test options as Raiders,Storm circle

Wests Tigers have given star prop Stefano Utoikamanu permission to officially negotiate with rival clubs in order to bring his contract saga to a head.

  • byDan Walsh
Titans want Gordon now,but Waugh plays hardball

Titans want Gordon now,but Waugh plays hardball

Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh says NRL-bound Carter Gordon will still be considered for Wallabies duties this winter.

  • byIain Payten andAdrian Proszenko
Dragons set to table two-year deal for Rabbitohs hooker

Dragons set to table two-year deal for Rabbitohs hooker

St George Illawarra are willing to offer Damien Cook a two-year deal but would require South Sydney to contribute to his salary in 2025.

  • byMichael Chammas,Danny Weidler andChristian Nicolussi
‘He’ll be a good buy’:Wallabies star Carter Gordon makes stunning NRL switch
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‘He’ll be a good buy’:Wallabies star Carter Gordon makes stunning NRL switch

Dual international Mat Rogers backs Carter Gordon to be a success in rugby league after the 23-year-old joined the Des Hasler revolution on the Gold Coast.

  • byAdam Pengilly andIain Payten