Rugby League News – keeping you up to date with the latest news from the world of rugby league.
It has been a busy 24 hours with major stories breaking from Super League and the NRL.
Here is a round-up of everything that has happened…
St Helens legend in house fire
There was some shocking news over the weekend when it was revealed that one St Helens legend was involved in a house fire.
The family lost everything in the blaze that occurred because of an electrical fault with fans setting up a donation page. Read more here.
Hardaker update
New Leeds Rhinos signing Zak Hardaker didn’t make his second homecoming against Hull KR last weekend.
But, interim coach Jamie Jones-Buchanan has given an update on the fullback following the seizure he suffered. Read more here.
Trueman future
Castleford Tigers halfback Jake Trueman is out of contract at the end of the year and his agent has had his say on his future on The Full Eighty Minutes podcast. The halfback has had a shocking back problem for the past few years, but he is now reaping the rewards of full fitness. Read more here.
Trueman’s agent is also Luke Gale’s and he believes that Gale should have stayed at Leeds Rhinos in 2021. Read more here.
Gelling future
On the topic of futures, it seems as though former Warrington Wolves and Wigan Warriors man Anthony Gelling has made a shock decision on his.
Gelling returned to New Zealand in 2021 after settling a court case. Read more here.
Hetherington on Tony Smith and backroom
Leeds Rhinos CEO Gary Hetherington has had his say on Tony Smith and backroom staff as the West Yorkshire club prepares for life under new boss Rohan Smith.
Tony Smith will leave Hull KR at the end of the season following a superb period at the club. Read more here.
Qareqare interest
Castleford Tigers winger Jason Qareqare signed a new two-year deal at the Jungle over a week ago.
However, Sky Sports pundit Jenna Brooks has revealed where outside interest in the teenager came from. Read more here.
Brown on three shock KR choices
Former Warrington Wolves and Salford Red Devils halfback Kevin Brown recently spoke on BBC 5 Live about Hull KR’s loss of Tony Smith. He revealed three shock choices about who he would go for at Craven Park. Read more here.
On the podcast, Brown also addressed the idea of Smith going to arch-rivals Hull FC. Read more here.
Clarke’s bold prediction
Sky Sports pundit Phil Clarke has made a bold claim about the new Leeds Rhinos boss Rohan Smith.
Smith will arrive at Headingley tomorrow after completing a quick move from Norths Devils. Read more about the prediction here.
Farnworth’s major transfer bid
Brisbane Broncos’ Herbie Farnworth has attracted the attention of a major transfer bid, according to the Daily Telegraph.
The centre is being chased by clubs in both the UK and Australia. Read more here.
Amor’s stadium admission
St Helens star Kyle Amor has been speaking on The Last Tackle podcast recently.
And, he named the ‘most difficult’ Super League stadium to play at. Read more here.
Warrington and Wigan eye rival SL stars
Sky Sports pundit Jon Wells was live on the touchscreen for his analysis in Wakefield Trinity’s loss to Huddersfield Giants on Thursday.
And, he spoke of Warrington Wolves and Wigan Warriors eyeing up rival Super League stars. Read more here.
Ruptured testicle
There cannot be anything more painful for a male rugby league player than to hurt his most prized possessions during a game.
Well, that happened over the weekend, with one man rupturing a testicle (ouch!). Read more here.
