The Brisbane Broncos have confirmed that second-rower Brendan Piakura has sustained a medial cruciate ligament strain, casting doubt on his availability for Round 1. Piakura suffered the injury during Brisbane’s recent trial victory over the North Queensland Cowboys in Mackay and underwent scans upon returning to Red Hill. Expected to fill the void left by…
Wigan has encountered setbacks ahead of the World Club Challenge, with former Canterbury prop Luke Thompson ruled out due to concussion and involvement in a contentious incident involving halfback Harry Smith during their recent match against Castleford. Thompson, who returned to British rugby league after four seasons with Belmore, sustained a head injury during the…
The Brisbane Broncos are determined to retain emerging talent Reece Walsh and have initiated discussions regarding a contract extension. The young fullback, poised to make his season debut in the NRL Pre-season Challenge trial against the Cowboys, is currently without a contract beyond 2025. The Broncos are eager to secure his long-term commitment and are…
The Wests Tigers have bolstered their youth squad by securing Jared Haywood, the current hooker for Balmain Tigers SG Ball Cup team, on a one-year deal. Originally from St Marys, Haywood began his journey with the Penrith Panthers Under-15s development squad before transitioning to Balmain Tigers, one of Wests Tigers’ affiliated pathways teams. After representing…