Stephen Crichton, Matt Burton, Matty Johns Show, Cooper Cronk, Bulldogs, Cameron Ciraldo, rugby league news, reaction

[ad_1] The Bulldogs were handily beaten by the Eels in Round 1 in what was a somewhat disappointing result for the long-suffering fans who had high hopes in 2024, however according to Matty Johns and Cooper Cronk, not all is as bad as it seems. The Bulldogs were extremely stout defensively in the first half, … Read more

Early Mail, Late Mail, Round 2, ins and outs, cuts, injuries, Sitili Tupouniua, Sydney Roosters, Brendan Piakura, Broncos

[ad_1] Roosters back-rower Sitili Tupouniua is set to overcome a leg injury to take on Manly on Sunday. Meanwhile the Broncos are hopeful Brendan Piakura will pass concussion protocols to line up in the second row against the Rabbitohs. Read on for the Early Mail for Round 2. The only place to watch every game … Read more

Power Rankings, Round 2, analysis of every team, favourites for top eight, Roosters, James Tedesco, Cowboys, Valentine Holmes, Knights, Kalyn Ponga

[ad_1] The Roosters are back to being the team to beat after their comprehensive victory over the Broncos. Meanwhile, the Cowboys are back in contention after dominating the Dolphins and the Knights are in trouble after being thrashed by the Raiders. Read on for the NRL Power Rankings ahead of Round 2. The only place … Read more

Round 2 Team Lists, ins and outs, selections, SuperCoach, Lachlan Galvin to debut for Tigers, Tesi Niu dropped, Dolphins, Dom Young returns, Roosters

[ad_1] Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has put his faith in Lachlan Galvin with the teenage playmaker named to make his NRL debut against the Raiders. Galvin has beaten new recruit Aiden Sezer to the No.6 jersey and will partner another new recruit in Jayden Sullivan. Meanwhile, Wayne Bennett has swung the axe following the … Read more

Matt Burton, five-eighth, should Burton move to centre, Bulldogs halves, Cameron Ciraldo, selections

[ad_1] Legendary playmaker Greg Alexander has admitted he’s “always had doubts” over whether Bulldogs star Matt Burton is best suited to five-eighth. Burton has just kicked off his third season with the Bulldogs and a disappointing team performance in Round 1 has sparked a conversation around how the 23-year-old is best used. The Dubbo product … Read more

Team Tips, Round 2, teams, ins and outs, injuries, suspensions, Roosters, Dom Young, Shane Flanagan, Dragons, Luciano Leilu, Josh Addo-Carr, Bronson Xerri, Bulldogs

[ad_1] The Roosters are set to receive a huge boost with a superstar recruit firming for a Round 2 return in the backline. The Dragons are set to welcome two quality forwards into their pack after a strong performance against the Titans. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs are set for a backline reshuffle that could see Bronson … Read more

Way too early predictions, Cowboys, Dragons, Broncos, Rabbitohs, Bulldogs, Eels, Panthers, Round 2

[ad_1] OK, it’s only been one round. But at least we now have some tangible evidence about what every NRL side could deliver in 2024. The Storm are back in title contention after their shutout of the premiers the Panthers in Round 1. Meanwhile, the Eels are set to surge back into the top eight … Read more

Talking Points, Round 1, upsets, Sharks, Nicho Hynes, Panthers, Cleary, Dragons, Zac Lomax, Radiers, Zac Hosking, Storm Jonah Pezet

[ad_1] Any concerns about the usual suspects once again marching to September this year have been quickly dispelled with Round 1 producing a whopping six upsets. The Sharks wasted no time proving they’re the real deal in 2024, while the three-time reigning premiers Penrith are off to another slow start. It was all smiles for … Read more

Parramatta Eels vs Canterbury Bulldogs, scores, updates, live blog, replays, Stephen Crichton, Mitch Moses, Cameron Ciraldo

[ad_1] A new look Bulldogs side, led by former Panther Stephen Crichton will be out to get their season off on the right foot when they take on the Parramatta Eels at Commbank Stadium. Crichton is one of seven new recruits lining up for the Bulldogs tonight along with Blake Taaffe, Drew Hutchison, Kurt Mann, … Read more

New Zealand Warriors vs Cronulla Sharks, live blog, match centre, news, highlights, videos, teams, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Nicho Hynes

[ad_1] The Sharks are set for a baptism of fire to kick off their season, taking on the Warriors in front of a sold out Auckland crowd. Cronulla will be without Braden Hamlin-Uele, who was targeted by Andrew Webster and the New Zealand club before signing a contract extension to remain in the Shire. Meanwhile, … Read more