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Muruks’ Sam, Dabaris Sap take top PNGNRLC honours

Mendi Muruks halfback Francis Sam and Gas Resources Central Dabaris lock Jeffinda Sap were crowned the 2026 PNG National Rugby League Competition [PNG NRLC] Players of the Year at the official season awards night in Port Moresby on Wednesday, September 10.

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Solomon boots Sharks into TRL grand final

The Gubuli Sharks have produced a major upset in the Tauruba Rugby League [TRL] competition, stunning reigning premiers the Lamana Eels to book their spot in the 2026 B-grade grand final.

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TRL finals heat up as semi-final blockbusters decided

The Tauruba Rugby League Association is bracing for an explosive weekend of action as the 2026 semi-finals heat up, with spots in the prestigious Grand Final on the line across both A-Grade and B-Grade divisions.

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PNG Chiefs boss shuts down critics over veteran marquee roster

PNG Chiefs General Manager Michael Chammas has defended the club's recruitment strategy, insisting his star-studded marquee roster holds the exact winning DNA needed to build an NRL powerhouse.

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Garamuts claim 199-run win over Indonesia in ICC U19 EAP division 2 qualifier

The PNG Garamuts Under 19 men’s team has recorded their second win yesterday with a commanding 199-run victory over Indonesia in the ICC U19 Men’s East Asia Pacific [EAP] Division 2 Qualifier in Vanuatu.

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Chiefs $3.3 million waiting game: PNG’s plan to snag NRL enforcer

PNG Chiefs general manager Michael Chammas says the expansion franchise will delay making a formal move on Blues star Hudson Young until November 1, despite the Canberra Raiders throwing a monster $3.3 million offer at their star backrower.

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London star Alex Max and Capras trio lead local charge for Kumuls World Cup selection

Papua New Guinea centre Alex Max has put himself firmly in the frame for a dream World Cup debut after overcoming recent injury heartbreak to star for the London Broncos, while Coach Jason Demetriou tracks a wave of local talent hitting form in the finals.

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PNG Chiefs and Bank South Pacific reach landmark NRL sponsorship deal

The PNG Chiefs and Bank South Pacific (BSP) are pleased to announce a landmark sponsorship agreement – the largest club sponsorship in NRL history – that sees BSP become the Principal Foundation Partner of the club through to at least the end of the 2030 NRL season.

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Wabag rugby league secures new sponsor

The Wabag Rugby Football League [WRFL] has secured a new sponsor for this season, with the competition officially named the Lyndsay Tei Abal Cup 2026.

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Young Kapuls keep finals hopes alive

Papua New Guinea kept alive their hopes of a semi-final place in the OFC Men’s Under-19 Championship with a highly entertaining 4-2 victory over host nation Samoa in Apia yesterday.

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