League
Reynolds stars as Dogs destroy Tigers
Glenn Jackson Three significant returns have occurred for the Bulldogs. Props James Graham and Sam Kasiano made comebacks, and they were important enough for the previously stuttering Bulldogs.
Bad to worse as SBW's Roosters make it a dog day
Glenn Jackson Time to move on? That might be a little difficult now. If possible, Bulldogs supporters will only feel much worse about Sonny Bill Williams' departure five years ago.
Case for defence: Manly the real deal
Glenn Jackson If defence does win premierships, and there is little evidence to suggest it doesn't, it's impossible not to consider Manly one of the real contenders.
League
Stars fail to shine as Manly do it easy
Glenn Jackson Ben Barba was limping, and Tony Williams was limp. The brightest and biggest chances the Bulldogs had of causing Manly some grief simply could not put it together, and the Sea Eagles coasted to...
League
Dugan, Barba could do worse than look at Turner's demise
Glenn Jackson If Josh Dugan and, to a lesser extent, Ben Barba, need any reminder of what a privileged position they are in, they need look no further than Steve Turner.
Glenn Jackson
Clubs restack from backs to their packs
Glenn Jackson PREMIERSHIP teams are bred not bought, or so the saying went the last time Sydney Roosters went on such a spree.
Gallen not upset by singing Maroons
Glenn Jackson, Steve Mascord THEY have won seven consecutive State of Origin series and predictably dominated the national squad - and on Saturday night the Queenslanders managed to hijack the Australian victory celebrations,...
Sea Eagles' premiership defence washed away by Storm
Glenn Jackson WHO can take this one away from Melbourne? We shall find out tonight, but it will take some effort to topple the form team of the finals series so far.
Lewis happy just to be back in mix for Test place
Glenn Jackson LUKE LEWIS says he will not be disappointed if he misses out on selection for Australia's Test against New Zealand this month.
League
Judiciary, injuries threaten Manly
Glenn Jackson MANLY'S hopes of defending their premiership may come down to two separate pieces of correspondence that they will receive today.
Farah's week in the spotlight continues with NSW Origin gong
Glenn Jackson He has polarised opinion this week, but Wests Tigers hooker Robbie Farah will at least know that his NSW teammates think rather highly of him.
Rugby League
Des's 'underdogs' had us barking up wrong team
Glenn Jackson WERE we really so silly? The Bulldogs had won 13 of their past 14, yet Manly were favoured. Des Hasler, who guided Manly under the radar for so long, couldn't have asked for more; his minor premiers...
Top Dogs: Sweet win for Hasler
Glenn Jackson FOR one night at least, the Bulldogs are on top of the table - and Des Hasler is again a victor at Brookvale Oval.
Stewart deal ensures Eagles' future
Glenn Jackson MANLY were meant to be decimated following the departure of Des Hasler to the Bulldogs, yet on the eve of another finals appearance, the signature of fullback Brett Stewart on a four-year deal is...
Toovey tuning Manly machine in time for tilt at title
Glenn Jackson WHEN it was suggested to Manly coach Geoff Toovey that, in talking down the achievements of his side, he was sounding an awful lot like his predecessor, Des Hasler, prop Brent Kite interjected:...
Kearney curses as Storm star stays put
Glenn Jackson EMBATTLED Parramatta coach Stephen Kearney has received another snub after Melbourne forward Ryan Hinchcliffe's decision to reject a pay rise in favour of remaining with the Storm.
Stuart scratches seven-year itch
Glenn Jackson NSW coaches and officials have spoken about a ''pick and stick'' mentality annually during Queensland's era of dominance. Finally, that advice has been heeded.
Talking points
Five things we learnt from yesterday's game
Glenn Jackson So, where do you start? Well, if you're Parramatta, you clearly don't.
Brett out but Glenn could be good to go
Glenn Jackson MANLY coach Geoff Toovey has ruled a line through fullback Brett Stewart before tomorrow night's clash with the Bulldogs - and conceded he may yet do the same to his brother Glenn.
Choc full of praise: Watmough says dynamic halves duo will get better
Glenn Jackson THEY were so good they ''owned the comp'' last season, but Manly's young halves will get even better this year, according to back-rower Anthony Watmough.
