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News.com.au
a day ago
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Round 22 team lists: Storm get Ryan Papenhuyzen back as the Broncos axe their wingers and recall a forgotten star
Ryan Papenhuyzen will play his first game in more than a month after he was cleared to return from a calf injury, with the flashy fullback featuring in a new-look Storm spine that sees Tyran Wishart replace Jahrome Hughes. Hughes will likely miss the rest of the regular season after he dislocated his left shoulder last week, with Storm coach Craig Bellamy turning to Wishart and his running game to partner the returning Cameron Munster in the halves. Youngster Jonah Pezet was in the mix to play halfback but will come off the bench instead, with Tui Kamikamica named at lock in place of Maroons representative Trent Loiero who has been rested. Broncos coach Michael Maguire has made a double change on the wing in the wake of his side's shock loss to the Eels, with Selwyn Cobbo and Deine Mariner replacing Jesse Arthars and Josiah Karapani. Cobbo is off to the Dolphins next year but has the chance to earn a starting spot for the finals after falling out of favour. They face a South Sydney side that has named Jack Wighton ahead of his judiciary appearance, with Englishman Lewis Dodd dropped to the reserves but expected to partner Jamie Humphreys in the halves if Wighton is banned. The Roosters have received a double boost with Hugo Savala returning from a wrist injury alongside centre Billy Smith who has passed concussion protocols, while Victor Radley has been listed in the reserves and could return early from injury. The Sea Eagles have named Corey Waddell to replace the injured Haumole Olakau'atu who won't play again this year, while Tommy Talau has forced his way onto the bench. Both the Tigers and Bulldogs have made changes at fullback, with Jahream Bula returning from a hamstring injury, while the blue and whites have turned to Jacob Kiraz with Connor Tracey set to be sidelined for up to a month. The Dolphins welcome back three key men as the race for the finals heats up, with Kodi Nikorima, Felise Kaufusi and Mark Nicholls all set to travel to New Zealand to take on the Warriors who have lost three stars. Skipper James Fisher-Harris will miss two games with a calf complaint, Wayde Egan is in concussion protocols and Chanel Harris-Tavita also has a calf issue, with Te Maire Martin to take his place in the halves.
The Australian
2 days ago
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NRL; Storm star Jahrome Hughes signs monster deal until 2030
Melbourne Storm has kept star playmaker Jahrome Hughes out of the reach of the NRL's new Perth franchise by re-signing him until the end of 2030. Hughes, 30, who suffered a serious shoulder injury last Thursday night but is expected to be back for the finals, said he was determined for 'more success' in Melbourne. Already contracted through to the end of 2026, the reigning 2024 Dally M Player of the Year has made the long-term commitment and looms as a Storm player for life. 'This group of players, coaches, and staff is incredibly special, and I'm determined to achieve more success in the purple jersey. I'm excited for what lies ahead and the memories still to come,' he said. 'I'm delighted to extend my contract with Storm for another four years. I absolutely love this club, it's become a second family to me, and Melbourne feels like home. Melbourne Storm chief executive Justin Rodski welcomed the news. 'We're thrilled to have Jahrome locked in until 2030. He's become a true leader and continues to perform at the highest level. Jahrome embodies everything it means to be a Storm player, hardworking, humble, and team first. 'His influence both on and off the field is invaluable, and we're excited to see him continue his journey with us.' Hughes has played 165 Storm games as well as 10 Tests for New Zealand and has thrived in the No.7 jersey under the guidance of coach Craig Bellamy. NewsWire Claims about Donald Trump's involvement in Australia's US beef deal have sparked criticism, with Karl Stefanovic labelling the arrangement a 'dog's breakfast'. NewsWire Both the Albanese government and the opposition have responded to Donald Trump's latest tariff threat.
News.com.au
2 days ago
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Melbourne Storm playmaker Jahrome Hughes has re-signed until the end of 2030
Melbourne Storm has kept star playmaker Jahrome Hughes out of the reach of the NRL's new Perth franchise by re-signing him until the end of 2030. Hughes, 30, who suffered a serious shoulder injury last Thursday night but is expected to be back for the finals, said he was determined for 'more success' in Melbourne. Already contracted through to the end of 2026, the reigning 2024 Dally M Player of the Year has made the long-term commitment and looms as a Storm player for life. 'This group of players, coaches, and staff is incredibly special, and I'm determined to achieve more success in the purple jersey. I'm excited for what lies ahead and the memories still to come,' he said. 'I'm delighted to extend my contract with Storm for another four years. I absolutely love this Club, it's become a second family to me, and Melbourne feels like home. Made for Melbourne. 2030 ðŸ'œ — Melbourne Storm (@storm) July 28, 2025 Melbourne Storm CEO Justin Rodski welcomed the news and said, 'We're thrilled to have Jahrome locked in until 2030. He's become a true leader and continues to perform at the highest level. Jahrome embodies everything it means to be a Storm player, hardworking, humble, and team first. 'His influence both on and off the field is invaluable, and we're excited to see him continue his journey with us.' Hughes has played 165 Storm games as well as 10 Tests for New Zealand, and has thrived in the No.7 jersey under the guidance of coach Craig Bellamy.
News.com.au
6 days ago
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‘It's not good news': Storm face crucial call at halfback as premiership favourites deal with Jahrome Hughes' shoulder injury
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy says his side won't be able to completely recover regardless of who comes in to replace Jahrome Hughes next week as the club sweats on scans to determine the severity of the halfback's shoulder injury. Hughes left the field just minutes into the second half of Melbourne's gutsy 34-30 win over the Roosters with the club confirming immediately that he'd dislocated his shoulder after landing awkwardly while making a tackle on James Tedesco. The reigning Dally M Medal winner was in agony and had to be helped off Allianz Stadium, with Melbourne's medical staff unable to put it back in. Confirmation Jahrome Hughes has injured his shoulder and won’t return tonight. He is going to hospital for assessment and pain relief. We will provide another update as soon as we can ðŸ'œ — Melbourne Storm (@storm) July 24, 2025 'He's gone to the hospital and the doctor has gone with him. We're not really sure (how bad it is) but it's dislocated and they couldn't get it (back) in here so he'll probably have to go under to get it back in,' Bellamy said after the game. 'Whether he's got a crack in it as well or whether (it's something else) we might not find out until tomorrow, but you'd like to think they'll get it back in tonight. 'It's not good news, but we're not sure the severity of it until he has an X-ray or a scan. 'I experienced it myself. I had both my shoulders reconstructed. 'I think the longer they're out, it's a bigger problem. The longer it's out, the more it stretches the ligaments and the muscles around the joint. I don't think it's overly good news.' Storm indicate Jahrome Hughes suffered a dislocated shoulder - textbook mechanism landing on outstretched arm. General recovery guide: - minimal structural damage/joint stable: trial rehab for 3-6 weeks - significant damage/joint unstable: reco surgery & 3+ months — NRL PHYSIO (@nrlphysio) July 24, 2025 Hughes has had shoulder issues in the past and will miss the rest of the season if scans confirm the worst. It would be a huge blow for the premiership favourites who bravely fought on without him as skipper Harry Grant stood tall with superstars Cameron Munster, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Nelson Asofa-Solomona also missing. Hughes had already set up a try and was starting to look threatening in attack before he was forced off, with the result moving them back into second spot for now. 'I reckon it was just getting to the stage of the game where he would have started doing a bit more running,' Bellamy said. 'The back end of the first half he started doing a bit of running and he was causing some issues for the Roosters defence. 'No one wants to lose their halfback. He's a massive part of our footy team.' Bellamy has two clear options for next week's game against the Eels, with Tyran Wishart and Jonah Pezet the men most likely to partner Munster in the halves. Wishart played five-eighth on Thursday night and filled in admirably in the halves last season while Munster was out injured, while Pezet is a more traditional halfback but has played just two NRL games off the bench this year after returning from a serious knee injury. 'We'll give someone else a chance,' Bellamy said. 'Munster should be back next week, and with 'Wish' and 'Pez', he's only a young kid who hasn't had much first grade experience at all. But he's a good organiser and kicker. 'We'll see what we think is best for the team. 'Mun' will come back in and then we'll go from there. 'We probably won't recover completely because he was the Dally M player of the year last year. However long he's out for, we're going to miss him.'
Yahoo
23-07-2025
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'Don't think he'll be playing': Bellamy flags further absence for Cameron Munster
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has hinted Cameron Munster won't be playing against the Roosters after the team's five-day turnaround as he prepares to attend his father's funeral in Queensland. Munster is still grieving the loss of his father Steven, who died just days before State of Origin Game 3. Munster left State of Origin camp ahead of the decider to be with his family, but returned for the captain's run in a stoic move for his side. And the newly appointed Queensland captain was instrumental in leading his team to a historic Game 3 win. After missing his side's round 19 clash, Munster returned to the side to play the Manly Sea Eagles on Saturday in Melbourne. Unfortunately for the Storm, Manly were too good winning after a divisive penalty against Harry Grant handed Reuben Garrick a penalty to win the game. Munster got through the game fine, but his availability for the round 20 clash this Thursday night has been thrown into doubt. Melbourne have a five-day turnaround before their game against the Roosters, with both teams looking to get back to winning ways on Thursday. The Roosters dropped out of the eight after a tough loss to the Cronulla Sharks, while Melbourne dropped to third. And Bellamy claimed Munster was unlikely to line-up for the Storm as he spends time with his family. The Daily Telegraph reported Munster would need to make a mad dash to attend the funeral if he played in Sydney against the Roosters. Steven's funeral is on Friday in Rockhampton, which would be the day after the Roosters game. The publication claimed Munster would need to get the first plane out of Sydney on Friday morning if he played on Thursday night, before changing in Brisbane to make a flight to Rockhampton. And after being asked about whether Munster would make the five-day turnaround, Bellamy suggested it was very unlikely. "I don't think he'll be been spoken about that much, but I don't think he will be playing on Thursday," he said. This means Tyran Wishart will most likely fill in for Munster in what is looming as an important game for both teams. Melbourne will most likely be without Nelson Asofa-Solomona as well after he was hit with a two-game ban for an elbow. It remains to be seen if he will fight the charge. Andrew Johns calls out NRL for kicker rule Bellamy was left frustrated after the 18-16 loss having claimed his team didn't live up to the expectations on old boys day. And one of the major talking points was the penalty by Grant. With Luke Brooks attempting a field goal with time running out, Grant rushed out to put pressure on the playmaker. Although he collided with the feet of Brooks with minimal contact. The NRL has made sure connection with the kickers legs have been penalties this year, and even though it was minimal, Manly sealed the game with a penalty right in front. RELATED: Latrell Mitchell moment says it all as Souths rocked by another injury Broncos sign 'next Benji Marshall' from rival NRL club's backyard However, the rule has not sat well with plenty of stars in the game. Johns feels the NRL has gone too far in protecting kickers and the game now favours playmakers. "It's gone way too far," Johns said on Channel Nine's Sunday Footy Show. "Say you defend a really good set, and you get the opposition they play the ball on their 30. In years gone by if it was a slow play-the-ball the kicker would have to be back 10 to 15 metres, which means you would get the ball and bring it back to your 40. "Nowadays if you get a bad attacking set and slow play-the-ball, the kicker stands on the advantage line and kicks it 60 metres because they know they can't get hit. They should be able to get out and tackle the kicker above the waist."
