Ellery Hanley on coaching again and England’s chances at the World Cup
Combined Nations All Stars boss Ellery Hanley compared his return to coaching like riding a bike, saying it felt natural to him to be back in the hot seat.
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Internationals played by the top nations since the last World Cup
Australia have been criticised for not playing any internationals since 2019 – but there’s been a dearth of them across the board since the last World Cup.
McShane: England need Roby back even if it costs me World Cup place
Paul McShane believes James Roby remains England’s best hooker and hopes the St Helens great reverses his international retirement, even at his own expense.
Papua New Guinea: How the Kumuls could line-up at the World Cup
We’re creating how each nation could line-up ahead of the World Cup, in collaboration with He Can Play For. This week, it’s Papua New Guinea!
Bradford Bulls need to forget glory days – they also played on a Hemel park
Former Bradford Bulls boss John Kear believes the club is in better health than when he joined, insisting “no club has a divine right to be at the elite level”,
James Roby on possible England return & will he play on in 2023?
St Helens legend James Roby says he has not spoken to anyone at England about a possible return to international duty ahead of the World Cup.
Stop creating teams and hoping for the best: Expansion needs more thought
Expansion sides like Cornwall need a greater depth of thought rather than just dumping a team in area and hoping for the best.
Meet Fern Davies: The Wales international in rugby league and netball
Fern Davies never dreamed of playing rugby league until last year, but since then she has gone on to win international honours for her beloved Wales.
Mitch Garbutt fired up by legends as he quits Super League for new role
Mitch Garbutt says the experience of playing under Wayne Bennett and Tim Sheens has given him the hunger to quit Super League and head into coaching.
Paul Wellens targets head coach role, inspired by “Rain Man” Woolf
St Helens and England assistant coach Paul Wellens has confirmed he has eyes on a head coach role but is in no rush to make the step up.
James Roby may play on but his record will never be broken
The Super League record belonging to James Roby is unlikely to ever be broken, with the St Helens great tipped to play on for one more year.
Paul Wellens: I would never have quit St Helens for NRL
Paul Wellens says he has no regrets at turning down offers from the NRL during his trophy-rich playing career and never had any desire to leave his beloved St Helens.
“Leave the building immediately” Daryl Powell press conference curtailed by fire alarm
Daryl Powell’s post-match press conference following Warrington’s heavy home defeat to Leeds was curtailed by an unexpected fire alarm.
An insight into what makes Ian Watson one of the game’s best coaches
Ian Watson’s stock is rising, with the Huddersfield boss fast becoming one of the most admired coaches in the game.
Championship double header weekend doesn’t make sense
The Queen’s Jubilee will be noteworthy for a double-header round of Championship fixtures, and some are understandably not happy about it.
Challenge Cup final: Team news, kick-off times & TV coverage
Here is everything you need to know about the Challenge Cup final, including team news, kick-off times and television coverage.
Andrew Henderson not heading to Widnes, Bradford or London
Andrew Henderson is not in the running to become the new head coach of Widnes, Bradford or London Broncos, Love Rugby League understands.
Leigh already planning for 2023 with retentions – including Nene Macdonald
Leigh Centurions head coach Adrian Lam has already began preparations for 2023 with player retentions.
Ireland coach only wants players who are willing to play after World Cup
New Ireland boss Ged Corcoran wants players “to represent their country at any call, anytime” as he lays path for Rugby League Ireland.
Maurice Lindsay: Farewell to a rugby league revolutionary
Love him or hate him, Maurice Lindsay was a rugby league visionary.
NRL set for 18-team competition?
North Sydney Bears have pushed to become the NRL’s 18th team in the competition.
Featherstone Rovers boss calls for 14-team Super League competition
Featherstone Rovers chairman Mark Campbell has called for a 14-team Super League competition from 2023.
International Rugby League in £2.3m debt as it waits on World Cup success
The International Rugby League body recorded a loss of more than £1.2m in 2020.
Recordbreaking: An elite occasion for the women’s game amidst its growing pains
As St Helens lifted the Women’s Challenge Cup trophy in front of a women’s record crowd at Elland Road, supporters of the game were no doubt reflecting how far it ...
Meet the Leeds Rhinos stars representing Jamaica in The Bahamas
Leeds Rhinos stars Elychia Watson and Sophie Robinson are living the dream by proudly representing Jamaica playing Rugby 7s in The Bahamas.