NZR says it has been "shadow-boxing" in attempts to resolve the trademark dispute, while the NRL argues the urgent injunction bid comes after months of silence.
League
Mon, Oct 12
Halfback takes responsibility for the Kiwi's heart-breaking 2022 Rugby League World Cup exit.
Kalyn Ponga has previously suited up for the Māori All-Stars, but can now also play for his Kiwi heritage – a proud moment for the entire family.
Sat, Oct 10
The centre missed the 2026 season due to injury.
Thu, Oct 8
New Zealand Rugby said the PNG Chiefs name would cause "significant confusion and damage" but Peter V'landys isn't copping it.
Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai are poised to reprise their Newcastle finals heroics for New Zealand after both were selected to debut for the Kiwis at the Rugby League World Cup.
Wed, Oct 7
Tonga have named a Rugby League World Cup squad that looks capable of challenging for the title when the tournament kicks off next week.
Tue, Oct 6
The Knights went from wooden spooners last year to a grand final loss by one point against the Roosters.
Mon, Oct 5
After trailing 12-0 just before halftime at Accor Stadium on Sunday, the Roosters dominated the second half before holding on late for their 16th title.
"This is not only my dream," Foketi told AAP ahead of Sunday's meeting with Newcastle at Accor Stadium. "It's my dad's dream as well."
Fri, Oct 2
Warriors mentor Andrew Webster pipped Justin Holbrook to be the NRL's coach of the year with finals not counted.
Thu, Oct 1
Phoenix Crossland's tearful apology wasn't enough to avoid a four-match ban, ruling him out of the NRL grand final.
Health
Wed, Sep 30
"It was a complete accident and he doesn't deserve the unwarranted hate. He reached out to apologise and I have nothing but respect for him.
Tue, Sep 29
Phoenix Crossland has been referred straight to the NRL judiciary for the hip-drop that left Penrith superstar Nathan Cleary with a compound ankle fracture.
Mon, Sep 28
The Knights fought back from 14-6 down despite playing with 12 men to book their first grand final in 25 years.
The experienced referee is set to be the bunker official in Friday's Dolphins-Sydney Roosters clash at Suncorp Stadium after he was axed from on-field duties following the Knights' last-gasp 12-10 win in Auckland.
Wed, Sep 23
Fans fired projectiles at Ashley Klein in the aftermath of the Warriors’ 12-10 loss to the Knights, following a number of controversial refereeing calls which went against the Warriors.
New Zealand
Mon, Sep 21
The NRL has been urged to come down hard on supporters who peppered referee Ashley Klein with projectiles as the league's integrity unit investigates the ugly aftermath of Newcastle's semi-final win over the Warriors.
The match was their first at Eden Park since 2014.
Sun, Sep 20
The Warriors' season goes on the line tonight as they face the Newcastle Knights in a must-win NRL semifinal at Auckland's Eden Park.
Newcastle's Kiwi contingent are hoping to pull off an upset when they face the Warriors in tomorrow's semifinal clash at Auckland's Eden Park.
Sat, Sep 19
An Australian rugby league journalist has shared his thoughts on the Warriors' chances this weekend.
Fri, Sep 18
More than 22,000 fans snapped up tickets in the pre-sale alone, as the Warriors' elimination final was moved from Mt Smart to accommodate record demand.
Tue, Sep 15
Nervous, chanting supporters flew north from Christchurch to cheer on their team, saying the turnout proves the Warriors belong to the whole country.
Sat, Sep 12
The Warriors will now have to take the scenic route to the NRL grand final, after bowing to the Dolphins 26-16 on Saturday night.
