Adrian Proszenko, The Sydney Morning Herald

Adrian Proszenko

The Sydney Morning Herald

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  • Brisbane Times
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  • Canberra Times
  • WAtoday
  • The Age

Past articles by Adrian:

In your face: The secret stat that may prove Maroons want it more

It’s the statistic that even NRL boffins don’t track, but it shows the level of Queensland’s desire to win during the past two State of Origin series. → Read More

Bradman Best on the Blues Bus after once missing the Knights one

Some “honest conversations” after missing the Knights team bus last year proved defining for the Blues debutant. → Read More

A star is torn: Why mid-season signings can be a blessing or a curse

A shrewd mid-season signing could be a masterstroke that ignites an NRL premiership run, but it hasn’t always gone to plan. → Read More

Tszyu-Charlo super fight off as American moves up to face Canelo

Tim Tszyu’s bid to become just the 10th undisputed boxing world champion in the four-belt era is over after undisputed champion Jermell Charlo changed weight divisions. → Read More

Expert breakdown of NRL round 17 matches

A host of Origin winners and losers are expected to back up this weekend as we return to almost a full deck of club action. → Read More

State of Origin half-time player ratings: How the Blues and Maroons are faring in game two

With the 2023 State of Origin series on the line at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night, which players shone the brightest in the first half? → Read More

How playing a different type of Bazball is bringing the best out of Mitchell Moses

While the England cricket team is playing at a frenetic rate, everything is slowing down for Blues halfback Mitchell Moses. → Read More

Tight reign: Why NRL season is closest competition since 1982

As the NRL reaches the halfway point of the season, there has rarely been less of a gap between the top and bottom teams. → Read More

After Origin, the Origin auditions: Expert breakdown of NRL round 14 matches

We’re back to (almost) full deck after the Origin opener kicking off with the Tigers hosting the Raiders. Here’s how our team sees the action playing out. → Read More

State of Origin player ratings: How the Blues and Maroons fared in game one

Queensland clinched another stunning State of Origin victory at Adelaide on Wednesday night. Which players shone the brightest on the Origin stage? → Read More

Radley facing ban of up to four weeks for headbutt as Roosters’ woes continue

Victor Radley is set to pay a high price for yet another moment of madness as the fallout from a three-game Roosters losing streak continues. → Read More

Expert breakdown of NRL round 12 matches

A second v third clash before an all-Sydney Friday line-up to celebrate the game’s rich Indigenous history. Here’s how our team see the weekend fixtures. → Read More

Why NRL can finally break through in US with its great Vegas gamble

Despite a chequered history in the US, the NRL believes rugby league can finally hit the jackpot in Sin City. → Read More

Why Josh Hodgson must find his former self against former club

Given his age and injury history, it was always going to take time for Josh Hodgson to return to his best form. But time is running out for him and Parramatta. → Read More

Expert breakdown of NRL Magic Round matches

It’s a festival of footy in the River City and our team has you covered ahead of three massive days at Suncorp Stadium. → Read More

Dragons drop Lomax in bid to snap four-game losing streak

St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin has sensationally dropped one of his highest-paid players in the hopes the move will change the embattled club’s fortunes. → Read More

Expert breakdown of NRL round 9 matches

The Sharks will look to lock down a top-four spot before the ladder-leading Broncos face South Sydney in a Friday night blockbuster. Here’s all you need to know. → Read More

Ponga’s concussion comeback only two weeks away

Kalyn Ponga’s return game, which will be his 100th in the NRL, will be in round eight against former team North Queensland. → Read More

Klemmer urges Tigers teammates to get off social media

With the criticism coming from all corners, one of Wests Tigers’ star recruits has some timely advice for his teammates. → Read More

NRL grand final player ratings: How the Eels and Panthers are faring at half-time

We run the rule over the grand final teams after what has been a rampant opening 40 minutes from the defending premiers at Accor Stadium. → Read More