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AFL and NRL pre-seasons are among the longest in world sport – here’s why

Australia’s love affair with the major football codes – the Australian Football League (AFL) and National Rugby League (NRL) – is well documented. However, one aspect that stands out to many observers, particularly those overseas, is the length of these leagues’ pre-seasons.

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Nawaqanitawase undaunted by being centre of attention

Code-hopper Mark Nawaqanitawase has brushed off concerns about his ability to handle the centre position at the Sydney Roosters.

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Ray of sunshine for Gilbert as ACL exile nears Phinale

Despite an interrupted start to his rehab, Dolphins star forward Tom Gilbert is on the cusp of an inspirational return from an ACL rupture.

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Dodd warns Souths attack won't hit top gear immediately

South Sydney halfback Lewis Dodd has warned it will take time for he and Rabbitohs players to feel confident together after his arrival from England.

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Peter V’landys issues plea to Donald Trump to attend NRL showcase in Las Vegas

The US president has been invited to attend rugby league’s season-launching showcase in Las Vegas next month during a blitz on American television

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Dragons see off Roosters in NRL trial win

Kyle Flanagan has helped lead St George Illawarra to a 26-8 NRL trial win over the Sydney Roosters.

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Paix makes claim for No.9 as Broncos smash Titans

Brisbane have massacred Gold Coast 50-12 in Toowoomba, with Cory Paix, Kobe Hetherington and Brendan Piakura all making strong claims to play in round one.

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Manly confident Paseka's injured shoulder no issue

Taniela Paseka suffered shoulder pain in Manly's pre-season trial win over South Sydney, but Sea Eagles officials are confident the injury is not serious.

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Metcalf breathes life into Warriors' attack

Luke Metcalf has steered the Warriors to a 36-10 pre-season win over Melbourne in Hamilton, showing he can be the NRL club's new attacking leader.

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Dolphins thrash Cowboys to give Woolf a great headache

The Dolphins, brilliantly led by half Sean O'Sullivan and his fellow spine members, dismantled North Queensland 50-8 in an NRL trial boilover in Cairns.

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Brown makes statement in bright new Ryles rule at Eels

Parramatta beat Newcastle 44-18 as scrutinised star Dylan Brown shone and new fullback Isaiah Iongi showed there is life after Clint Gutherson.

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Maguire, Walters reveal shock Brisbane coaching switch

Brisbane coach Michael Maguire outlines the day when he knew he wanted to return to the NRL club scene as Kevin Walters admits his shock at being axed.

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Pacific pitch: new bid's grand plans for NRL expansion

A bid team based out of Auckland have told the NRL they want to play games in Tonga, Samoa and Cook Islands each year, representing the people of the Pacific.

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Gutherson preaches belief in Saints' new halves duo

New Dragons co-captain Clint Gutherson knows he can help Lachlan Ilias and Kyle Flanagan go to a new level.

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Leigh shock Wigan in extra time after first 0-0 draw in Super League history

Leigh beat Wigan 1-0 in golden point extra time after the side’s played out the first scoreless 80 minutes in Super League history

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Nicho shines as Sharks overrun Raiders in NRL trial

Cronulla's second-stringers have outclassed Canberra's, scoring 40 unanswered points to clinch an easy pre-season challenge victory at GIO Stadium.

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Broncos' Jack in the box seat for back-row gig

Brisbane's Jack Gosiewski gets a chance against the Titans to push his claims for a round one back-row position and is the type of player the new coach likes.

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NRL to resume Perth talks after March state election

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo is confident the league can still go to 20 teams, with Perth talks to resume in March and another bid team throwing their hat in the ring.

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Coen Hess emerges from ACL unknown to captain Cowboys

North Queensland head of football Micheal Luck sheds light on the unique circumstances behind the stunning ACL recovery of prop Coen Hess.

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Mozer injury adds to Broncos hooking selection intrigue

Injury to rising Brisbane rake Blake Mozer is set to rule him out of the NRL first round as Cory Paix, Billy Walters and Tyson Smoothy battle it out for No.9.

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Why sad retiring star Welch feels Storm are title bound

Former skipper and star prop Christian Welch feels he could miss out on another Melbourne NRL premiership after being forced into retirement with a back injury.

The Guardian - UK

‘We’ll be brothers forever but business is business’: Sam Burgess on family, infamy and fears for Luke Littler

The Warrington head coach tells Donald McRae about high expectations, learning from pain and a Super League opener against Huddersfield and his younger brother Thomas

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Fogarty philosophical in Raiders' halves-spot battle

No.7 Jamal Fogarty is undaunted at having to play for his future this season, vying with Ethan Sanders and Ethan Strange for a Canberra halves spot long term.

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Glad Max wants to bash down Dolphins door and win spot

The Dolphins will give new recruits Max Feagai and Junior Tupou club debuts and field an intriguing spine in the trial clash with North Queensland.

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New Broncos No.13 given endorsement by 'The Axe'

Kobe Hetherington will get a crack at his desired starting lock position for Brisbane against Gold Coast, and club great Trevor Gillmeister says he will fire.

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