September 2017

Jordan Kahu reveals full extent of groin injury – could miss World Cup campaign

12 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

Brisbane Broncos’ versatile Kiwi International Jordan Kahu has revealed a groin injury is dogging his Finals campaign and may keep him out of the New Zealand World Cup squad. “Throughout the week the staff look

COMMENT: Media to blame for constant NRL/AFL crowd comparisons

11 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

COMMENT BY SCOTT DILLON Week One of the NRL Finals had everything, four heart-stopping games with more drama than a Jerry Bruckheimer television series. There’s the usual referee bashing but that comes with the territory

Matt Moylan could make shock return for Panthers against Brisbane

11 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

Stood down Penrith Panthers skipper Matt Moylan could make a shock return for the club this weekend in their sudden death semi against the Brisbane Broncos. Moylan didn’t play against Manly on Saturday due to

We can beat anyone: Paul Green

11 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

The siege mentality at the injury-ravaged North Queensland Cowboys is working after an incredible 15-14 extra time win over the Cronulla Sharks. Cronulla had the game in the bag at 14-6 but someone found a

Eels close to signing Wallabies star

8 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

BY SCOTT DILLON The Parramatta Eels are close to signing former Canterbury winger Curtis Rona for the 2018 season to replace outgoing flyer Semi Radradra. Rona switched to the Western Force Super Rugby club this

We can cause upset against Melbourne: Norman

8 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

Parramatta Eels five-eigth Corey Norman says his team is ready to shock the Melbourne Storm at AAMI Park. The minor premiers will start heavy favourites against the Eels but Norman believes Parramatta is ready. “We’ve

Anthony Milford the man to pluck the Roosters says injured Broncos skipper

7 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

Injured Brisbane Broncos captain Darius Boyd believes five-eigth Anthony Milford can lead the Broncos to victory in their qualifying final tomorrow against the Sydney Roosters at Allianz Stadium. Writing for The Courier-Mail, Boyd says Milford

Cameron Smith wins Steele Sports Medal

6 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

Steele Sports Medal: Cameron Smith 31 2nd: Mitchell Pearce 24 3rd: Gareth Widdop 21 Rookie of the Year: Nick Cotric Coach of the Year: Craig Bellamy Representative Player of the Year: Matt Gillett Team

Official: Michael Maguire gone!

5 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

The South Sydney Rabbitohs have confirmed they have parted ways with premiership-winning Coach Michael Maguire. In a statement, Souths football boss Shane Richardson said: “Michael helped deliver the premiership title in 2014 and for this

NRL could be a target for Mark Zuckerberg after Facebook makes play for IPL

5 September, 2017 The81stMinute 0 Comments 1 category

Mark Zuckerberg’s Facebook has emerged as a future contender to broadcast NRL matches after the social media giant made a play for the Indian Premier League cricket tournament. Facebook put up $600 million but it

Month: September 2017