Why fixing NRL play-the-ball plague isn't as easy as penalising sneaky players all the time. Story by Paul Suttor • 2mo. The first step to fixing a problem is to admit it exists in the first place.

The NRL play-the-ball has become a farce. The Panthers’ miracle win proves it. Adam Pengilly Sports reporter. August 13, 2024 — 5.00am. August 13, 2024 — 5.00am. Save.

NRL players were openly stepping over the ball and making no effort to strike it in a bid to speed up the ruck. This tactic was most notable in a Panthers’ comeback win over the Eels in August ...

NRL obstruction, play-the-ball crackdown: 17 clubs sent memo outlining areas under the microscope. The NRL will launch a crackdown on several controversial areas of the game, with the governing ...

The NRL actually pulled the right rein last off-season when they changed the rule around the player in possession planting the ball on the ground before they got up.