Michael Nicholls

The Hawks were reminded of their rebuilding phase after a heavy defeat to the Cats last week, but they have another chance to prove their mettle against Fremantle this week. …

Collingwood faces a crucial test against Geelong, aiming to demonstrate their ability to adapt under pressure. The Cats, known for their punishing transition play, have themselves struggled recently but showed …

Cronulla faces the challenge of navigating without star halfback Nicho Hynes, sidelined for at least six weeks. However, his absence might offer an opportunity for the team to regroup amid …

It sounds like South Sydney has some key advantages heading into this match against the Dolphins. Despite missing Latrell Mitchell and Cameron Murray due to injury and Origin duties respectively, …

The Lions are in peak form heading towards September, riding a four-game winning streak and aiming for another victory at home against the Crows. Adelaide has shown flashes of competitiveness …

Canberra aims to rebound from a rough patch as they face Newcastle at GIO Stadium. The Raiders, on a three-game losing streak, showed improvement in a 16-6 loss to Melbourne, …

The Saints continue to struggle, letting another close game slip away as their challenging season unfolds. Facing the Swans, who suffered only their second loss of the year, St Kilda …

St George Illawarra seeks consistency against a surging Sydney Roosters at Allianz Stadium. The Roosters come off three consecutive wins by double-digit margins, with strong performances against the Bulldogs (26-8) …

Round 16 dealt a harsh blow to the Demons, narrowly missing out on a crucial away win against the Lions. Now outside the top-eight, they face an Eagles side struggling …

The Dockers return to WA with their biggest win of the year against the Swans, eyeing a comfortable home victory to secure a top-four spot. Richmond’s competitiveness is undeniable, and …

The crunch game between the seventh-placed North Queensland Cowboys and ninth-placed Manly Sea Eagles, separated by just one point, is highlighted by the surprise move of returning Manly superstar Tom …

Everyone has been watching the Giants, hoping for a turnaround, but they remain one of the worst in-form teams, having lost their identity. Facing the red-hot Blues, who have been …

After a brief two-game winning streak, the Wests Tigers returned to wooden spoon form in Round 17. They aim for an upset against ladder-leading Melbourne Storm at Leichhardt. The Tigers …

This is an early Elimination Final for the Hawks, facing a daunting task against a somewhat vulnerable Cats team at their 2024 fortress. The Hawks have the potential to make …

Canterbury aims to solidify its status as 2024’s most impressive improver, while the Warriors try to avoid being labeled the season’s biggest disappointment. Former Penrith assistants Cameron Ciraldo and Andrew …

The Power holds their top-eight spot after a close win against the Saints, but they face a tough challenge this week against the Dogs. The Dogs have found good form …

On paper, the Gold Coast Suns should win easily, given their ability to challenge top sides and perform well under pressure—at home. In Melbourne, however, the Roos have a prime …

In their second grand final rematch of the season, both Brisbane Broncos and Penrith Panthers face challenges with their star No.7s absent. Brisbane is under pressure after four consecutive losses, …