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NRL: Cursed oval looms for game against Tigers

For the Warriors to regain the winning habit next week, they will have to trump a resurgent Tigers side - and overcome their cursed history at Leichhardt Oval.

NRL: Gallen foot injury gives Cordner a shot

Youngster Boyd Cordner is in line for a State of Origin baptism of fire after NSW's plans for the series decider were thrown into disarray by the loss of skipper Paul Gallen.

Richie Barnett: Make use of technology to get rid of foul play

I used to love the biff but now it has no place in rugby league and I support hard-line efforts to try to eliminate it from the game, writes Richie Barnett.

Set of six: Super changes

The UK Super League will be cut from 14 to 12 teams from 2015 and may bring back promotion/relegation.

NRL: Leuluai proves doubters wrong

It's just as well Thomas Leuluai tends not to read newspapers or follow sports media, as he may have been buried under the avalanche of criticism that came his way earlier this year.

League: Managing well in new role

While the focus has been on the appointment of Ivan Cleary as Kiwis assistant coach, the machinations of the past week have also seen Tony Iro become one of the most important men in New Zealand rugby league.

NRL: Streak among club's best

The current winning streak could be the best in the Warriors' history, given the unlikely circumstances.

Hugh McGahan: Cleary appointment shows selfless attitude

The announcement of Ivan Cleary as assistant coach of the Kiwis was a surprise to most and accepted by most.

NRL: Tough as nails Matulino fronts up every week

For a man who plays in the toughest area of the field, Warriors prop Ben Matulino has been incredibly durable.

NRL: Farah eager to lead Tigers into battle with Storm

Inspirational skipper Robbie Farah says he can't wait to reunite with his NRL teammates and lead the Wests Tigers into battle at their spiritual home tonight.

NRL: Origin rivals flourish together as Rabbitohs win

State of Origin rivals Greg Inglis and Nathan Merritt flourished in the same side as South Sydney opened up a five-point lead on top of the NRL ladder with a crushing 32-2 win over Canberra last night.

NRL: Gallen in doubt for decider

NSW captain Paul Gallen is in doubt for the State of Origin decider because of a foot injury suffered in Origin II on Wednesday.

NRL: Mannering key factor in Warriors recovery

Simon Mannering already knew what it was like to lead a side on a streak but, after the past 18 months, it must have been awfully difficult to recall.

State of Origin: Cheating claim a sign of desperation, says Daley

The build-up to tomorrow's second State of Origin clash has turned ugly.

NRL: Rollercoaster ride hits a high point

From dark lows to more recent highs, the 2013 Warriors season has already been one to remember, with 10 games still to go.

Malcolm Boyle: Clamp on biffo major gamble

Australian Rugby League officials are taking a huge gamble this week as they attempt to legislate against foul play in the second State of Origin match at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night.