Souths axe club legend Sam Burgess after he clashed with coach Jason Demetriou over 'special treatment' of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker
1 year, 6 months ago

Souths axe club legend Sam Burgess after he clashed with coach Jason Demetriou over 'special treatment' of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker

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Sam Burgess has left the Sydney Rabbitohs as the embattled NRL club reels from allegations coach Jason Demetriou has divided the team by showing preferential treatment to two of the team's biggest stars. The shock development comes after the club legend and fellow assistant coach John Morris reportedly spoke to Rabbitohs boss Jason Demetriou over his perceived special treatment of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker earlier this week. Sam Burgess is leaving South Sydney after reportedly calling out coach Jason Demetriou for showing preferential treatment to Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker Rabbitohs boss Jason Demetriou is under pressure for reportedly not holding the star due to the same standards of other players at the club He later released the following statement: 'I've made the decision to step away from South Sydney, given the circumstances. Mitchell has been criticised for disappointing performances recently - especially his game against the Knights last weekend, which saw him sin-binned for a flagrant attack on Tyson Frizell that saw him suspended for the team's must-win final-round match against the Roosters Walker is also under the microscope after reportedly having a heated clash with head coach Demetriou after the club's loss to the Sharks earlier this month Mitchell was charged with a grade-two dangerous contact charge following Sunday's loss to the Knights and would have risked a two-week suspension if he had fought the charge and lost.

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Why Sam Burgess could miss Warrington's historic rugby league clash against Wigan in Las Vegas
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Why Sam Burgess could miss Warrington's historic rugby league clash against Wigan in Las Vegas

Daily Mail  

He is the head coach of Super League outfit Warrington Visa dramas could see Sam Burgess stay in the UK NRL legend Sam Burgess could miss Warrington's historic rugby league clash against Wigan in Las Vegas due to visa complications. His application remains under review, with Burgess - who is head coach of the Wolves Super League team - spending …

South Sydney Rabbitohs reveal full extent on injuries to Latrell Mitchell and Cam Murray
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1 month ago

South Sydney Rabbitohs reveal full extent on injuries to Latrell Mitchell and Cam Murray

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The South Sydney Rabbitohs will go months without key stars Latrell Mitchell and Cameron Murray. On Thursday the Rabbitohs said their club captain will see a surgeon and "is not expected to be available to play in the coming months". Rabbitohs chief executive Blake Solly said the double-injury blow is a setback, but is something that all clubs must deal …

Latrell Mitchell shows off his body like never before as he wears a pair of budgie smugglers in bizarre F-bomb video
3 months, 1 week ago

Latrell Mitchell shows off his body like never before as he wears a pair of budgie smugglers in bizarre F-bomb video

Daily Mail  

Latrell Mitchell is carving a new physique for the 2025 NRL season and he has given his followers a sneak peak at his transformation in a bizarre video promoting his own range of budgie smugglers. Mitchell has his own fashion label called Winmarra and posted the video to promote his new range of Indigenous-themed budgie smugglers with a bit of …

Meet the 'new Sam Burgess' who will face England at Twickenham on Saturday despite not having played rugby union since school, after Eddie Jones pulled out all the stops to lure mega-money star to the
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Meet the 'new Sam Burgess' who will face England at Twickenham on Saturday despite not having played rugby union since school, after Eddie Jones pulled out all the stops to lure mega-money star to the

Daily Mail  

It was at a BBQ overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge where Joseph Sua'ali'i accepted one of the biggest cheques in the history of Australian rugby. Keen to make a splash in the market, Jones and McLennan set their sights on poaching two of their country’s biggest rugby league assets: Sua'ali'i and Cameron Murray. Joseph Sua'ali'i will now make his Wallabies debut …

NRL legend Sam Burgess involved in tunnel altercation with rival official after controversial incident: 'He made some smart comment'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

NRL legend Sam Burgess involved in tunnel altercation with rival official after controversial incident: 'He made some smart comment'

Daily Mail  

Warrington head coach Sam Burgess has been involved in a tunnel bust-up with Hull director of rugby Richie Myler following his side's 24-6 victory in the Super league. Rabbitohs legend Sam Burgess has been involved in tunnel altercation with Hull director of rugby Richie Myler 'I don't know, it was poor management from someone,' he said. Burgess was furious about …

South Sydney Rabbitohs 12-42 Penrith Panthers: New coach, same problems for Bunnies in another miserable night
10 months, 2 weeks ago

South Sydney Rabbitohs 12-42 Penrith Panthers: New coach, same problems for Bunnies in another miserable night

Daily Mail  

Ben Hornby's uphill battle to ignite South Sydney's season has been thrown further into doubt as Dean Hawkins and Jye Gray went down injured in his first game at the helm, a 42-12 loss to Penrith. The last-placed Rabbitohs ushered in the post-Jason Demetriou era on Thursday night but it was a case of new coach, same old Souths before …

South Sydney Rabbitohs defend decision to sack Jason Demetriou as NRL coach
10 months, 2 weeks ago

South Sydney Rabbitohs defend decision to sack Jason Demetriou as NRL coach

ABC  

In short: South Sydney sacked Jason Demetriou as head coach on Tuesday night South Sydney sacked Jason Demetriou as head coach on Tuesday night Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly backed the club's decision following its poor start to the season What's next? Wayne Bennett has been linked with a return to the Rabbitohs as head coach South Sydney chief executive Blake …

South Sydney Rabbitohs sack coach Jason Demetriou after dismal start to season
10 months, 3 weeks ago

South Sydney Rabbitohs sack coach Jason Demetriou after dismal start to season

ABC  

In short: Jason Demetriou has been sacked as Rabbitohs coach after the team won just one of its first seven games this season. Jason Demetriou has been sacked as Rabbitohs coach after the team won just one of its first seven games this season. South Sydney have sacked coach Jason Demetriou following the club's dismal start to the 2024 NRL …

Two of Souths' famous Burgess brothers 'get into clash after trying to break the rules at Russell Crowe's private box' at the footy
11 months, 1 week ago

Two of Souths' famous Burgess brothers 'get into clash after trying to break the rules at Russell Crowe's private box' at the footy

Daily Mail  

Two of Souths' famous Burgess brothers were allegedly involved in a feisty exchange during South Sydney's match against the Warriors at Accor Stadium on Saturday. Footy reporter Danny Weidler said eldest brother Luke and retired NRL star George were invited to Hollywood superstar Russell Crowe's private box to watch the round five fixture. Pictured from left to right: Burgess brothers …

On This Day in 2016: Sam Burgess rejoins South Sydney Rabbitohs
1 year, 4 months ago

On This Day in 2016: Sam Burgess rejoins South Sydney Rabbitohs

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Brutal exchange between Souths teammates Latrell Mitchell and Cameron Murray shows how the club has been broken - as coach is accused of giving star 'special treatment'
1 year, 6 months ago

Brutal exchange between Souths teammates Latrell Mitchell and Cameron Murray shows how the club has been broken - as coach is accused of giving star 'special treatment'

Daily Mail  

Club legend Sam Burgess was moved on as assistant coach on Wednesday Rabbitohs may miss the NRL top eight after poor recent results A savage in-house exchange between Rabbitohs stars Latrell Mitchell and Cameron Murray during a recent video session has highlighted why Souths are a club in crisis. A savage exchange between Rabbitohs stars Latrell Mitchell and Cameron Murray …

Latrell Mitchell admits he regrets 'brain-snap' suspension that ruled him out of Souths' season-defining clash against the Roosters...but insists he's NOT a dirty player and has cleaned up his act aft
1 year, 6 months ago

Latrell Mitchell admits he regrets 'brain-snap' suspension that ruled him out of Souths' season-defining clash against the Roosters...but insists he's NOT a dirty player and has cleaned up his act aft

Daily Mail  

Latrell Mitchell admits he's burning inside about missing South Sydney's huge grudge match with the Sydney Roosters because of a 'brain-snap' suspension. Latrell Mitchell will miss South Sydney's Round 27 clash against the Sydney Roosters The Souths superstar took an early guilty plea after elbowing Tyson Frizell The 26-year-old says he's shattered at not being available to square off with …

Bunnies chairman all but confirms that Sam Burgess is OUT at Souths after Rabbitohs legend clashed with coach Jason Demetriou over 'special treatment' of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker
1 year, 6 months ago

Bunnies chairman all but confirms that Sam Burgess is OUT at Souths after Rabbitohs legend clashed with coach Jason Demetriou over 'special treatment' of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker

Daily Mail  

Sam Burgess has left the Sydney Rabbitohs as the embattled NRL club look to save their season. The shock development comes after the duo reportedly spoke to Rabbitohs boss Jason Demetriou over his perceived special treatment of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker earlier this week. Sam Burgess is reportedly set to leave South Sydney with immediate effect Rabbitohs boss Jason …

South Sydney Rabbitohs NRL coach Jason Demetriou reveals why he liked an Instagram comment calling two of his players 'clowns pretending to be first graders'
1 year, 6 months ago

South Sydney Rabbitohs NRL coach Jason Demetriou reveals why he liked an Instagram comment calling two of his players 'clowns pretending to be first graders'

Daily Mail  

Under-fire Rabbitohs coach Jason Demetriou has revealed why he liked a social media post criticising two of his players after a defeat earlier in the season. Earlier in the week, press reported that Demetriou 'liked' a comment on an Instagram post slamming the performance of forwards Jacob Host and Liam Knight following a Round 13 defeat to Canberra. Jason Demetriou …

South Sydney Rabbitohs dealt massive blow as Latrell Mitchell accepts NRL ban
1 year, 6 months ago

South Sydney Rabbitohs dealt massive blow as Latrell Mitchell accepts NRL ban

ABC  

Latrell Mitchell may have played his last match of the NRL season after South Sydney opted against fighting his charge for elbowing Newcastle forward Tyson Frizell. Key points: Mitchell has accepted a one-match suspension He risked missing two matches had he challenged the charge at the judiciary Eighth-placed South Sydney has a bye this weekend ahead of facing the Roosters …

Sam Burgess at Rabbitohs match after confirming he is expecting child
1 year, 11 months ago

Sam Burgess at Rabbitohs match after confirming he is expecting child

Daily Mail  

Sam Burgess has stepped out for the first time since announcing that his girlfriend Lucy Graham is pregnant with their first child. The retired NRL star attended the round four NRL match between South Sydney Rabbitohs and Manly Sea Eagles at Accor Stadium in Sydney. The 34-year-old took part in the tribute to the late John Sattler, joining Rabbitohs head …

Sam Burgess: 'I totally lost myself' as the former Souths star opens up on retirement and drug use
2 years, 6 months ago

Sam Burgess: 'I totally lost myself' as the former Souths star opens up on retirement and drug use

Daily Mail  

Burgess has admitted he 'lost himself' without routine, now seeking redemption Now coaching bush footy, Burgess will return to NRL arena with Souths next year Banned by NRL for 12 weeks for drug use and also saw his marriage fall apart Fallen NRL star Sam Burgess has admitted to dark days after retiring in 2019 Former NRL star Sam Burgess …

Wayne Bennett 'made an audacious bid to lure Sam Burgess to the Dolphins as an assistant coach'
2 years, 9 months ago

Wayne Bennett 'made an audacious bid to lure Sam Burgess to the Dolphins as an assistant coach'

Daily Mail  

Wayne Bennett has reportedly made a swoop for South Sydney legend Sam Burgess, but Bunnies owners Russell Crowe is far from happy about the supercoach's audacious effort. Burgess, 33, has taken charge of bush footy team Orara Valley Axemen this season, with Hollywood A-lister Crowe playing a starring role in the club's revival after almost going bust in 2020. Former …

South Sydney legend Sam Burgess shares a shirtless selfie to celebrate the upcoming NRL grand final
3 years, 5 months ago

South Sydney legend Sam Burgess shares a shirtless selfie to celebrate the upcoming NRL grand final

Daily Mail  

He was a critical part of the South Sydney Rabbitohs' last grand final appearance in 2014. And Sam Burgess celebrated his former team's historic part in the 2021 NRL Grand Final on Tuesday with a shirtless selfie. Rabbitohs legend: Sam Burgess celebrated his former team's historic part in the 2021 NRL Grand Final on Tuesday with a shirtless selfie He …

SAS Australia: Stars furious over Sam Burgess' 'redemption story' edit
3 years, 6 months ago

SAS Australia: Stars furious over Sam Burgess' 'redemption story' edit

Daily Mail  

Retired rugby league star Sam Burgess is reportedly the highest paid celebrity on SAS Australia this year, earning a whopping $200,000 pay cheque. The stars are unhappy their efforts have been left on the cutting room floor, with the insider saying SAS Australia's second season is 'basically the Sam Burgess show'. Not fair: SAS Australia recruits are said to be …

South Sydney faces finals headache with Latrell Mitchell's season on the line over high tackle
3 years, 6 months ago

South Sydney faces finals headache with Latrell Mitchell's season on the line over high tackle

ABC  

Latrell Mitchell faces a season-ending suspension unless he is able to successfully defend a grade 2 reckless tackle charge for a high shot on Joey Manu during South Sydney's 54-12 win over the Roosters. Key points: South Sydney's premiership hopes are facing a big blow with Latrell Mitchell set for a big ban for a high tackle Mitchell's loading for …

Latrell Mitchell sin-binned in South Sydney's 54-12 NRL win over Roosters as Canberra beats Warriors 28-16
3 years, 6 months ago

Latrell Mitchell sin-binned in South Sydney's 54-12 NRL win over Roosters as Canberra beats Warriors 28-16

ABC  

Latrell Mitchell is facing a lengthy suspension ahead of the NRL finals series after the South Sydney fullback was sin-binned in the Rabbitohs' dramatic 54-12 defeat of the Sydney Roosters in Brisbane. Mitchell's high shot on Joey Manu in the second half left the Roosters centre with potentially season-ending facial injuries. The contest between the traditional rival clubs was mild …

Sam Burgess 'considering reality TV role' - after arrest
4 years ago

Sam Burgess 'considering reality TV role' - after arrest

Daily Mail  

Sam Burgess is set to make a shock new move after the NRL superstar split with wife Phoebe and found himself in a bitter court battle with her dad. The former Rabbitohs captain is reportedly eyeing a role on blockbuster reality program, SAS Australia Daily Mail Australia has contacted Burgess for comment. The incident is the latest controversy for Burgess, …

Sam Burgess: Former rugby league and union international found guilty of intimidation
4 years, 1 month ago

Sam Burgess: Former rugby league and union international found guilty of intimidation

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Sam Burgess allegations stand out like a depressing throwback in an otherwise positive week
4 years, 5 months ago

Sam Burgess allegations stand out like a depressing throwback in an otherwise positive week

ABC  

Sport was littered with examples of leadership this week, proving it can be the role model it often undeservingly claims to be. And yet all the good was completely overshadowed by another shocking story of alleged domestic violence and drug use by one of rugby league's most high-profile players, Sam Burgess. So the story of one of rugby league's champion …

NSW Police Organised Crime Squad sets up strike force to investigate Sam Burgess allegations
4 years, 5 months ago

NSW Police Organised Crime Squad sets up strike force to investigate Sam Burgess allegations

ABC  

NSW Police says it has set up a strike force to investigate domestic violence and drug allegations against former South Sydney Rabbitohs player Sam Burgess. Key points: It is the first time Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett has spoken about the allegations Bennett said he would be waiting on the result of the investigations before making any decisions He said it …

Sam Burgess under investigation by police and rugby league authorities
4 years, 5 months ago

Sam Burgess under investigation by police and rugby league authorities

Daily Mail  

Sam Burgess is under investigation by police and rugby league authorities in Australia, with his career in limbo amid new claims against him. Police and Australian rugby authorities are investigating claims made against Sam Burgess Burgess was the subject of explosive allegations about domestic violence and prolific drug use in The Australian newspaper on Thursday, claims he has strongly denied. …

Sam Burgess stands down from Fox Sports and South Sydney Rabbitohs after NRL investigation launched into serious allegations of misconduct
4 years, 5 months ago

Sam Burgess stands down from Fox Sports and South Sydney Rabbitohs after NRL investigation launched into serious allegations of misconduct

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South Sydney Rabbitohs end Wests Tigers' NRL finals chances with 26-24 win
4 years, 6 months ago

South Sydney Rabbitohs end Wests Tigers' NRL finals chances with 26-24 win

ABC  

Wests Tigers' NRL season is over but only after they refused to go down without a fight in a dramatic 26-24 loss to South Sydney. Key points: The Wests Tigers had trailed 20-0 during the first half before fighting back on the scoreboard They were at one stage reduced to 11 players, with Luke Brooks and Alex Twal in the …

England star Sam Burgess calls time on glorious rugby league career
5 years, 4 months ago

England star Sam Burgess calls time on glorious rugby league career

Daily Mail  

England international Sam Burgess has announced his immediate retirement from rugby league after a sensational career. Sam Burgess has announced his retirement from rugby league due to a chronic shoulder injury Burgess won the 2014 NRL Grand Final with the Rabbitohs despite having a broken cheek bone Rabbitohs co-owner Russell Crowe was emotional when he hugged Burgess after that final …

Sam Burgess retires: England star announces retirement due to chronic shoulder injury
5 years, 4 months ago

Sam Burgess retires: England star announces retirement due to chronic shoulder injury

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Russell Crowe supports South Sydney Rabbitohs team at a training session
5 years, 6 months ago

Russell Crowe supports South Sydney Rabbitohs team at a training session

Daily Mail  

He's a co-owner of ruby league team, the South Sydney Rabbitohs. And on Tuesday, Russell Crowe showed his support for his beloved NRL club by attending a training session with former sports star Luke Burgess in Sydney. Russell Crowe showed his support for his beloved NRL team, South Sydney Rabbitohs, by attending a training session with former sports star Luke …

How a broken Sam Burgess promise cost Souths the signature of NRL teen prodigy Payne Haas
5 years, 9 months ago

How a broken Sam Burgess promise cost Souths the signature of NRL teen prodigy Payne Haas

Daily Mail  

NSW Blues rookie prop Payne Haas could have been playing for South Sydney Rabbitohs instead of the Brisbane Broncos, if his heart hadn't been broken by Sam Burgess. As the NRL teen prodigy gets ready for the biggest game of his life next week, Haas recalled the time he almost signed with Souths when he met with club captain Burgess …

Sam Burgess 'happy for truth to come out' over sexting allegations
6 years, 6 months ago

Sam Burgess 'happy for truth to come out' over sexting allegations

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South Sydney beats Wests Tigers 51-10 to lock up top four spot, but injury concerns for Sam Burgess
6 years, 6 months ago

South Sydney beats Wests Tigers 51-10 to lock up top four spot, but injury concerns for Sam Burgess

ABC  

South Sydney Rabbitohs have flexed their premiership muscle just a week out from the NRL finals with a 51-10 demolition of the Wests Tigers. A worrying hamstring injury to Sam Burgess in the second half put a dampener on the win in front of 12,037 at the Olympic stadium on Thursday night. With his side wrapping up a top four …

Sam Burgess wants Super League return again...
7 years, 1 month ago

Sam Burgess wants Super League return again...

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Wigan coach Shaun Wane says he held informal talks with the Dual-code international Sam Burgess raised the pulse of English coaches and fans alike by hinting at a return to Super League. Sam Burgess said he would love to compete in Super League and win a Grand Final Wigan announced on their Twitter account: 'SamBurgess8 'I would love to have …

Injured Sam Burgess hands England World Cup boost
7 years, 4 months ago

Injured Sam Burgess hands England World Cup boost

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Sam Burgess sparks melee during South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Brisbane Broncos with cheap shot on Joe Ofahengaue
8 years, 10 months ago

Sam Burgess sparks melee during South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Brisbane Broncos with cheap shot on Joe Ofahengaue

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Sam Burgess hits back at Bath coach Mike Ford over failure jibe and says he is 'proud' of his time in rugby union
9 years, 4 months ago

Sam Burgess hits back at Bath coach Mike Ford over failure jibe and says he is 'proud' of his time in rugby union

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Sam Burgess leaves Bath and returns to Rugby League following Rugby World Cup
9 years, 4 months ago

Sam Burgess leaves Bath and returns to Rugby League following Rugby World Cup

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Sam Burgess: England centre linked with Leeds Rhinos move but Stuart Lancaster insists he's staying with Bath
9 years, 5 months ago

Sam Burgess: England centre linked with Leeds Rhinos move but Stuart Lancaster insists he's staying with Bath

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Sam Burgess: Why is everyone talking about the England centre ahead of the RWC 2015 clash with Wales?
9 years, 5 months ago

Sam Burgess: Why is everyone talking about the England centre ahead of the RWC 2015 clash with Wales?

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Sam Burgess plays with broken cheekbone in NRL Grand Final
10 years, 5 months ago

Sam Burgess plays with broken cheekbone in NRL Grand Final

Daily Mail  

Sam Burgess ensured he'll leave the South Sydney Rabbitohs with an indelible place in the club's folklore after playing almost the entire NRL Grand Final with a fractured cheek bone. Sam Burgess played on with a suspected broken cheekbone for South Sydney in the NRL Grand Final Burgess went on to win the Clive Churchill Medal man of the match …

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