American journalist’s perspect on rugby league after Las Vegas games, no helmets, no pads, US reaction

[ad_1] LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — OK Aussies, I’m hooked. They had me at the first bone-rattling hit between two players wearing no helmets or pads that could be heard and felt from the press box in the sky at Allegiant Stadium, which feels like its miles from the pitch below. Then they really reeled me … Read more

Manly NRL fan left bloodied after a fight at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas during Sea Eagles vs Rabbitohs

[ad_1] Manly’s victory over South Sydney in the NRL’s Las Vegas showpiece all got a bit too much for one unfortunate Sea Eagles fan. The underdog Sea Eagles impressed on the field, scoring six tries to five for a 36-24 season-opening triumph over the Rabbitohs at Allegiant Stadium. Stream Over 50 Sports Live & On-Demand … Read more

Las Vegas, Round 1 double-header, Allegiant Stadium, American reaction, Manly Sea Eagles vs Rabbitohs, Roosters vs Broncos

[ad_1] LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — Rugby league has been given a giant green tick from American spectators following a thrilling double-header at Allegiant Stadium. Manly put on a show to down South Sydney 36-24, while the Roosters out-muscled the Broncos to win 20-10. Over 46,000 spectators attended the history-making evening. Of course majority were Australians, … Read more

Reuben Garrick try celebration, Gronk, NFL Rob Gronkwoski, Manly Sea Eagles v South Sydney Rabbitohs, Las Vegas

Reuben Garrick knew this was the only time he’d get to play in an NFL stadium and the Sea Eagles winger made the most of it with a US-inspired try celebration.

[ad_1] Reuben Garrick knew it was the only time he’d get to play in an NFL stadium and the Sea Eagles winger made the most of it with a US-inspired try celebration on Sunday. Garrick channelled legendary NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski with a spike celebration after scoring during Manly’s 36-24 win over Souths. Daly … Read more

How America reacted to NRL’s Las Vegas games, Manly Sea Eagles vs South Sydney Rabbitohs highlights

[ad_1] The NRL’s introduction to America has got off to a frantic start, with the Rabbitohs and Sea Eagles trading tries in a high-scoring affair on Sunday afternoon. The opening half certainly delivered plenty of entertainment, from a stunning Lachlan Ilias try-saving tackles to big hits that reminded Americans just how tough our sport is. … Read more

NRL LIVE: Manly, Souths clash in historic Vegas opener as new signing eyes shock rep jersey

[ad_1] The start of the 2024 season has arrived, with old foes South Sydney and Manly to do battle in Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas. The game is the first of an historic double header in Sin City, and one player will be out to show his old team what they’re missing. Rabbitohs forward Sean Keppie’s … Read more

Paul Kent makes bold three-team NRL expansion call

[ad_1] Before a ball has even been kicked in anger, it’s hard for even the most cynical NRL fan to believe that the Vegas trip has been anything but a success. Even for those watching from this side of the Pacific Ocean, the vision of the influx of Aussies on one of the world’s most … Read more

Luke Brooks talks to Matty Johns, leaving Wests Tigers, Manly Sea Eagles, Las Vegas, Daly Cherry-Evans, spine, Tom Trbojevic

[ad_1] Manly Sea Eagles recruit Luke Brooks has admitted to Matty Johns the relief he felt after leaving the Wests Tigers. Brooks enjoyed one of the best debuts in NRL history when he carved up the Dragons in 2013 and was named man-of-the-match as a teenager. It immediately drew unfair comparisons with some of the … Read more

Fullbacks under most pressure, James Tedesco, Roosters, Tom Trbojevic, Sea Eagles, NSW Blues, Michael Maguire, Origin, NRL 360

[ad_1] The NRL 360 panel are divided on which superstar NRL fullback is under more pressure heading into 2024: James Tedesco or Tom Trbojevic. Roosters skipper Tedesco was heavily criticised for his performances in 2024 before finding form late to lead his side into the second week of finals. Trbojevic endured another season-ending injury after … Read more

Jason Demetriou v Anthony Seibold feud, Las Vegas, Round 1, Brisbane Broncos interviews 2018, South Sydney Rabbitohs, Manly Sea Eagles

[ad_1] The beginning of the bitter feud between NRL coaches Anthony Seibold and Jason Demetriou has been revealed as their sides prepare to square off in Las Vegas on Sunday. The longstanding beef between the pair can be traced back to when they both interviewed for the Broncos job at the end of 2018. Seibold … Read more