Sydney Roosters hold off Newcastle Knights to win thrilling NRL grand final
Roosters claim 16th title with 19-18 win in SydneyMark Nawaqanitawase scores twice after Newcastle held 12-0 lead The Sydney Roosters are back on top of the NRL, coming from behind to claim their first premiership in seven years with a 19-18 defeat of Newcastle.
The Guardian
NRL Highlights: Roosters v Knights – 2026 NRL Grand Final
See all of the scoring plays and iconic moments from an unforgettable 2026 Grand Final — the Roosters and Knights faced off for the NRL’s ultimate prize!
The Age
Tedesco in tears after colossal game in grand final win
Roosters captain James Tedesco is overcome by emotion.
The Sydney Morning Herald
Rugby League: Super League
Highlights of the Super League Grand Final between Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity
BBC Sport
Coast-to-coast! Ponga produces Grand Final moment of magic!
Kalyn Ponga produced a moment of magic in the NRL Grand Final with this full field try!
Sky Sports
In pictures: The 2026 NRL and NRLW grand finals
From the eastern suburbs to the Hunter Valley, our photographers are documenting the biggest day on the rugby league calendar.
The Age
Storm future uncertain as superstar set to hit open market in shocking Nov 1 twist
Next month’s November 1 free agency feeding frenzy has become a little more interesting with reports Storm superstar Harry Grant is set to test his value on the open market.
FOX Sports Australia
Ponga: ‘It hurts so much’
Kalyn Ponga speaks to Johnathan Thurston after Newcastle’s grand final loss.
The Age
NRL grand final player ratings: Who shone brightest on league’s biggest day
We rate the performances of every player who took the field in Sunday’s NRL grand final between the Roosters and Knights.
The Sydney Morning Herald
‘It’s been a sin bin all year’: The Ponga shot on Radley that left Roosters furious
The brave Knights fought until the bitter end, but the grand final could have been over much earlier had Kalyn Ponga been marched for a high shot on Victor Radley.
The Sydney Morning Herald
Huge updates on Panthers pair ahead of World Cup; Cleary wheeled out of hospital — Daily
Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards has been ruled out of the upcoming World Cup due to a knee injury.
FOX Sports Australia
‘It’s my job, but I am nervous’: Andrew Johns’ grand final dilemma
The eighth Immortal declared he hadn’t been this nervous since his first-grade debut for the Knights.
The Age
Knights teen sensation gets stunning grand final chance after late twist
Newcastle coach Holbrook has confirmed one change to the side ahead of the decider.
Zero Tackle
Fressard’s kick-off blunder starts NRLW decider
Jayme Fressard comes up with a blunder from the opening kick off in the NRLW grand final.
Brisbane Times
2026 NRL Grand Final pre-game entertainment: Who is performing and when is the Jai Arrow tribute?
A star-studded group of Australian musicians will come together on Sunday night for the NRL’s grand final pre-game entertainment, which will double as a tribute to Jai Arrow.
FOX Sports Australia
