NRL Team Lists: Magic Round
Official team lists, updates and injury news for Round 9 of the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership.
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29th April 2025
'Been unreal': Blues stars praise new coach
Keely Davis and Yasmin Clydsdale reveal the benefits of having a six-week Origin camp.
Bunker to intervene for significant incidents of foul play: Abdo
The NRL Bunker will only intervene to advise referees to act over incidents in previous tackles if they involved significant cases of foul play.
Maroons co-captain Upton: 'You can’t come in underdone at all'
Newly appointed Harvey Norman Queensland Maroons co-captain Tamika Upton is confident the team is primed to meet their counterparts in Women’s State of Origin Game I on Thursday.
Ricky’s Raiders dealt hammer blow as star halfback confirms shock call
Raiders halfback Jamal Fogarty has reportedly informed Ricky Stuart he will depart the nation’s capital, signing with the Sea Eagles.
Jamal Fogarty to depart Canberra and play next three years at Manly
Jamal Fogarty will join the Sea Eagles from 2026 to replace outgoing halfback Daly Cherry-Evans.
‘Operate like hyenas’: How Madge masterminded Broncos ambush and exposed Dogs’ Achilles heel
Michael Maguire’s Broncos brought the Bulldogs hype train to a shuddering halt on Thursday night.
Dragons wield the axe after Anzac Day debacle
St George Illawarra halfback Lachlan Ilias won’t be the only casualty after a listless performance against the Roosters on Anzac Day.
‘Exciting for the club’: Flanno pumped at ‘locking up’ Dragons’ young gun ahead of NRL return
Lyhkan King-Togia has signed a contract extension with the Dragons amid reports the young playmaker will replace Lachlan Ilias in the halves for Saturday’s crucial showdown with the Wests Tigers at Magic Round.
Politis eyes move for Manchester Roosters in English Super League
Politis has held high-level conversations with Peter V’landys about the potential of buying into an English club Salford, with plans to start the Manchester Roosters.
How Brown's fire and ice create Origin field goal magic
Queensland field-goal queen Lauren Brown, a firefighter by day and night, explains what pressure is and why she thrives in do-or-die State of Origin moments.
Eels flyer’s message to Ryles; Bunnies crisis eases as exiled star takes big step — Ressies Wrap
The Bulldogs may have to dip into their New South Wales Cup side to fill a couple of holes this week but a bunch of players have shown they’re ready for a call-up.
‘Doesn’t need to do that crap’: The forgotten issue of NRL crackdown as worst offenders revealed
The NRL’s worst high tackle offenders in 2025 have been laid bare amid the league’s harsh crackdown.
The Bears are finally back. Here’s what the team could look like for their first game
Building a competitive NRL roster is hard, just ask the Dolphins who were the latest franchise to recruit to build a squad from the ground up.
'I freaked out': Chapman back in action after spine fracture scare
Blues flyer Jaime Chapman is set to play in Thursday night's Origin opener just two months after fracturing her back.
28th April 2025
Freddy & the Eighth go LIVE BEHIND ENEMY LINES: Episode 08
Freddy & the Eighth go Live in Brisbane! The boys are joined by a couple of QLD Legends who share some hilarious stories. Josh Kerr explains the context behind the microwave story. Millie Boyle joins the show to preview Women’s State of Origin and we have some fun with the Brisbane crowd.
Joey's call for Bunker change
Andrew Johns declares his wish for less slow-motion replays in the Bunker's decision making process.
‘Don’t think it puts the issue to bed’: Doubts Galvin saga over amid Tigers’ legal battle
There are doubts the Lachlan Galvin contract saga is over despite his successful return to the team amid ongoing legal action between the five-eighth and the club over bullying claims.
Bears' first target revealed
Michael Chammas reveals the new Western Australia franchise will target Payne Haas.
Roosters' Super League plan revealed
The Sydney Roosters could be set to purchase the Salford Red Devils and rebrand them.
‘Been no policy shift’: NRL denies existence of high shot ‘crackdown’ amid 18 sin-bins, ‘fan outrage’
NRL CEO Andrew Abdo has faced the music denying the NRL’s high shot crackdown is actually a crackdown and calling on the clubs to work with the game to stop high contact.
Abdo explains sin bin mania
Andrew Abdo answers questions from the 100% Footy panel over round eight's high contact crackdown.
Legend calls out NRL Referees after Sin Bin blunder: Billy Slater Podcast Ep10
Billy has his say on the sin bin crackdown and the impact it is having on the game. He highlights the resilience of the Tigers and Lachlan Galvin, along with the impressive performance of the Roosters, Cowboys and Sea Eagles and Broncos.
NRL boss reacts to sin bin furore
NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo denies there has been a crackdown for high tackles in recent weeks.
Daley weighs in on burning Blues issues
NSW coach Laurie Daley speaks to Nine's Danny Weidler one month out from the State of Origin opener.
‘Walk towards the fire’: Leniu returns to sold-out Suncorp after Thurston stoush
Few Queenslanders will have forgotten how the Roosters enforcer sparred with the Suncorp crowd and favourite son Johnathan Thurston.
Caxton Street road closure during NRL Magic Round
The NRL has once again gained Brisbane City Council approval to expand the Magic Round event footprint onto a section of Caxton Street for Magic Round 2025.
‘Upset me greatly’: Storm boss explains Welcome to Country cancellation drama
Melbourne Storm chairman Matt Tripp has declared the club’s handling of the Welcome to Country before its Anzac Day win has “upset me greatly”.
Storm chairman ‘greatly upset’ by Welcome to Country ‘miscommunication’
Melbourne Storm have taken responsibility for what they say was an internal miscommunication that meant the Welcome to Country for their Anzac Day clash at AAMI Park was cancelled.
'From fullback to front row': Versatile Kelleher to play Brown role for Blues
New Blues coach John Strange wants Jocelyn Kelleher to play a similar role in Origin I to the one Lauren Brown performed for Queensland last year.
Air Robinson: Julia ready to apply more finishing touches
Already one of the rugby league's shining stars, Maroons winger Julia Robinson is ready to take her game to the next level in 2025.
‘Did freak out’: Blues star’s journey from spinal fracture to Origin cauldron in two months
Blues star Jaime Chapman insists she’s lost none of her speed despite suffering a spinal fracture just two months ago while scoring a try for the Indigenous All Stars in Sydney.
'It's a disaster': How the NRL world reacted as high-tackle drama rolls on
Round eight of the NRL saw 18 players sin-binned as the league cracked down on high tackles. But it has left many players, coaches, fans and experts scratching their heads.
‘We’re not going to ease off’: Annesley says NRL won’t back down from high shot crackdown
The NRL’s head of football has warned players and fans that officials won’t back down from the league’s strict head high contact policy during Magic Round.
Fantasy Winners & Losers: Round 8
With the round's top captaincy pick among the two players who hit triple-digit scores in Round 8, it was a high scoring week on the whole which saw a bunch of coaches hit at least 1000 points. .
Maroons v Blues: Experience key in halves; Four on debut for NSW
The Harvey Norman Queensland Maroons will be looking to get their 2025 campaign off on the right foot when they host the Westpac NSW Blues Women in the series opener at Suncorp Stadium.
‘Fed up’: Legend slams NRL farce amid ‘crazy’ sin bin spike as massive Magic Round issue looms
The NRL’s high shot crackdown and the “farcical” scenes over the weekend that saw 18 players sent to the sin bin in round eight has been slammed, with calls for the league to make changes heading into one of the biggest weeks of the season.
Ford cranked up to 50 and travelling smoothly on Auckland journey
Warriors forward Jackson Ford is the type of unassuming workhorse who avoids blowing his own trumpet to almost a painful degree. .
Blues rookie calls for NRLW overhaul
Blues debutant Ellie Johnston has reignited the NRLW expansion debate ahead of the Women's State of Origin series-opener in Brisbane on Thursday.
The Tigers sin-binning that left Andrew Johns speechless. Literally
The Eighth Immortal stayed silent for the final 23 minutes of the Wests Tigers-Cronulla thriller while NRL CEO addresses sin bin blitz.
The epic scenes that should spark big Tigers rethink amid $40m power play — Hoops
It’s hard to wrap your head around why the Wests Tigers refuse to entertain playing more games at one of the club’s spiritual homes Leichhardt Oval given the epic scenes of Sunday’s golden point thriller over Cronulla.
Aboriginal elder told Welcome to Country 'inappropriate' on Anzac Day
Aunty Joy Murphy Wandin says she does not know if she could work with Melbourne Storm again after the NRL club cancelled her Welcome to Country ceremony on Anzac Day.
Lidcombe to Leichhardt: Why Galvin never lost the love, even if his teammates did
Sitting in the rundown dressing rooms - even with recorders under his nose and his contract saga still hanging in the air - Lachlan Galvin couldn’t be happier.
Everything you need to know about Magic Round 2025
The magic that is NRL Magic Round is with us again for 2025 with eight Telstra Premiership games set to light up Suncorp Stadium for a festival of football like no other. .
Writing on wall for axed star as Flanno calls up teen; Madge unleashes 2m beast: Teams Tips
Dragons halfback Lachlan Ilias is reportedly set to be axed after his poor showing on Anzac Day with Lyhkan King-Togia reportedly set to take his spot in the halves.
‘They’re aware’ — Broncos’ big Bears fear as race to sign Haas on monster deal begins: Whispers
The Broncos are gearing up to offer Payne Haas a monster extension to keep him in Brisbane amid the new Perth franchise’s reported interest in the star prop.
Why Flanno may have to make ruthless Gutho move; Cobbo’s $1m statement — Crawls
We should have spent the weekend talking about Adam Reynolds’ unbelievable performance in the Broncos’ shock win over the Bulldogs.
Dally M Medal wrap: Tearaway Tiger Terrell on the march
Wests Tigers prop Terrell May stormed into second place on the Dally M Medal leaderboard on the back of a herculean performance in his side's golden point triumph over the Sharks.
‘Difficult to work out’: Panthers dynasty on thin ice as big Cleary question raised
Are we witnessing the end of the Panthers dynasty? While their reign had to end at some point, it’s been quite the fall from grace this season.
‘Rattled’ Galvin’s twist after jeers; Broncos great’s warning on $5m Walsh — NRL Talking Points
All eyes were on Lachlan Galvin as he ran out in front of Tigers fans at Leichhardt Oval and he, and his teammates, delivered in a big way.
'Probably the best No.7 in the game': Jesse backed to shine
Tiana Penitani Gray will mix her Origin experience with the Jesse Southwell magic.
Eels program ensuring western Sydney students learn vital skills
The Parramatta Eels have teamed up with Surfing Australia to provide students from western Sydney with the chance to learn vital water safety skills in the latest initiative of the Parra Eels Play program. .
From first to worst: Can the Panthers still make the NRL finals?
“We’re all waiting for the Panthers to click, and it’s just not happening … time is starting to run out.”.
French & Nsemba try doubles seal Wigan win at Hull
Wigan Warriors move up to second in the Super League table courtesy of a classy win against Hull FC at the KCOM Stadium.
Catalans earn thrilling golden point win v Trinity
Watch highlights as Catalans Dragons earn a thrilling golden point Super League win over Wakefield Trinity.
Leigh breeze to win over struggling Salford
Watch highlights as Leigh Leopards breeze to a well-earned win over Super League strugglers Salford Red Devils.
Hull KR race to stunning win over Leeds Rhinos
Watch highlights as Hull KR race to a stunning win at Leeds Rhinos to maintain their lead at the top of Super League with both sides reduced to 12 men.
Castleford run in five tries to beat Huddersfield
Watch highlights as Castleford Tigers run in five tries to beat hapless Super League strugglers Huddersfield Giants.
27th April 2025
Galvin reflects on Tigers win
Lachie Galvin admits he'd rather be playing at Leichhardt Oval on a Sunday after a spectacular win.
Galvin-ised: Thrills, spills and drama in Tigers’ golden point triumph
Never a dull day in Tiger Town. Not when Adam Doueihi nails an 87th-minute penalty goal as Lachlan Galvin plays his first NRL game since his contract saga kicked off.
It took just eight minutes for Lachlan Galvin to win back the Tigers faithful
He was booed, as expected, but the boom No.6 was soon drawing cheers after combining with Jarome Luai to set up the opening try.
‘Not once have I said that’: Luai makes feelings on Galvin known after his Tigers return
Tigers superstar Jarome Luai has made his feelings on halves partner Lachlan Galvin clear, explaining he “loves playing with the kid” following a 20-18 golden point win over the Sharks.
NRL Highlights: Tigers v Sharks - Round 8
Wests Tigers host the Cronulla Sharks in Round 8 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at Leichhardt Oval, Sydney.
Doueihi calls game
Adam Doueihi kicks a penalty goal in the 89th minute to give the Wests Tigers a dramatic victory.
Tigers prop sent packing
Fonua Pole becomes the 18th player of the round to be sin binned after a high shot on Tom Hazelton.
Nikora binned for high shot
Sharks back-rower Briton Nikora jogs off after a high tackle on Jarome Luai is penalised.
Ronaldo strikes before break
Ronaldo Mulitalo scores under the sticks right before the break against the Tigers.
Mulitalo's failed captain's challenge
Sharks winger Ronaldo Mulitalo calls for a challenge after copping accidental high contact.
Galvin sets up early try
Lachlan Galvin gets the Leichhardt Oval faithful on his side with an early try assist.
As it happened: Tigers edge Sharks in golden point; Raiders topple Dolphins
Follow all of the Round 8 action in the 2025 Telstra Premiership on NRL.com's live blog.
NRL Highlights: Raiders v Dolphins - Round 8
Canberra Raiders host the Dolphins in Round 8 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at GIO Stadium, Canberra.
‘Beyond a joke’: Great savages sin bin ‘farce’ as Dolphin 16TH player penalised in one weekend
Dolphins five-eighth Kodi Nikorima has become the 16th player sin binned so far in Round 8, as match officials continue to come down hard on contact to the head.
Sticky erupts as Raiders win
Seb Kris scores the match-winning try as the Raiders complete a comeback over the Dolphins.
Tigers win golden point thriller as Doueihi nails late penalty
Lachlan Galvin helped spearhead the Wests Tigers to a hard-fought victory over the Sharks as Adam Doueihi nailed a two-pointer in golden point.
Dolphins combine for cracking try
Jake Averillo finishes off an incredible team try right before the half-time siren.
‘He’s surprised’: Bunker call stuns Dolphins enforcer as Raiders faithful deliver barrage of boos
Dolphins enforcer Daniel Saifiti has awarded a bizarre try that left him “surprised” as a wave of boos rang out around GIO Stadium from the Raiders’ faithful.
Hammer strolls over
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow strolls past some poor defence and scores against the Raiders.
Nikorima binned for high shot
Dolphins star Kodi Nikorima is given his marching orders after a high tackle on Savelio Tamale.
Joseph ready to lead in Origin arena after finding her voice
Queensland Maroons forward Keilee Joseph is ready to step into the void left by reigning Nellie Doherty Medal winner Shannon Mato and wants to become a leader in her own right.
Marshall hails golden-point win as 'the pressure reliever we needed'
Adam Doueihi slots a penalty goal in the second period of extra time to boot the Tigers to a 20-18 victory over Cronulla.
‘Beyond a joke’: Johns slams sin bin crackdown as NRL targets head contact
Immortal Andrew Johns has delivered a scathing assessment of the NRL’s officiating as the policing of high tackles approaches its last infamous crackdown.
Cobbo relishing chance for more involvement filling in at fullback
Set to feature in the fullback role for the Broncos for the foreseeable future, Selwyn Cobbo said he feels no greater pressure or responsibility filling in for Reece Walsh.
Two more players set for bans as NRL’s crackdown on high contact continues
Panthers forward Scott Sorensen and Titans prop Jaimin Jolliffe are both set to spend time on the sidelines as the NRL continues to clamp down on high contact.
Joey blows up over 'farcical' crackdown
Andrew Johns blew up over the NRL's 'farcical' crackdown on head-high tackles.
'Experienced' coach backed for Bears job
Brad Arthur is emerging as the front-runner to coach the Perth Bears and some league greats believe it's the right move.
‘Needs to be looked at’: Manly coach Anthony Seibold calls for high shot crackdown ‘correction’
Manly coach Anthony Seibold says there may need to be a “correction” to the NRL’s high shot crackdown, with a total of 15 players sin binned in the six games so far in Round 8.
Raiders complete epic comeback against Dolphins as sin bin drama continues: What we learned
The Raiders have pulled off one of their biggest comebacks in years to beat the Dolphins 40-28 in Canberra and move into third on the NRL ladder.
Erin on the side of happiness: Clark flourishing back home
If there’s a correlation between happiness and form, it’s little wonder Warriors recruit Erin Clark has been touted as an NRL buy-of-the-year contender. .
Leigh go second with dominant win at Salford
Leigh Leopards move into second place in the Super League table with a convincing win over Salford.
Sterling, Mortimer, Johns, Cleary … but where are all the NRL playmakers now?
What happens when veterans Daly Cherry-Evans, Adam Reynolds, Ben Hunt, Cody Walker, Kieran Foran and Chad Townsend can’t go on? Where are the emerging maestros? And how did it come to this?.
Wests Tigers boss takes holiday in US as Galvin crisis engulfs club
Since Lachie Galvin rejected Wests Tigers’ $5.5 million, six-year extension, the club has lurched from one crisis to another. Chief executive Shane Richardson has taken a vacation.
Catalans claim Golden Point win over Wakefield
Catalans Dragons picked up a 24-20 Golden Point victory in a terrific encounter against Wakefield Trinity at the Stade Gilbert Brutus.
Five-try Castleford thrash dismal Huddersfield
Innes Senior scores two tries as Castleford Tigers thrash winless Huddersfield Giants at the John Smith's Stadium.
Dragons removed from Wheelchair Challenge Cup by RFL
Wheelchair Challenge Cup holders Catalans Dragons are removed from this year's competition by organisers following England v France dispute.
26th April 2025
‘Ladder doesn’t really matter’: Cleary reflects on Panthers’ last place amid crackdown concerns
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary doesn’t believe his side should be outright last given their performances this season, but conceded his side need to play better for longer to get back on track.
NRL Highlights: Panthers v Sea Eagles - Round 8
Penrith Panthers host the Manly Sea Eagles in Round 8 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at CommBank Stadium, Sydney.
Sorensen's shoulder charge leads to bin
Scott Sorensen's shoulder charge on Nathan Brown leads to a sin bin.
Set play stuns Panthers
Manly's Tolu Koula races away to score after a clinical piece of play from Daly Cherry-Evans.
Talagi catches Manly napping
Blaize Talagi produces a smart piece of play to get the Panthers on board.
