The NRL is hosting the “world’s biggest birthday party” for Jai Arrow while the South Sydney Rabbitohs host the Newcastle Knights in Sydney.
Later, the Manly Sea Eagles look to bounce back from last week’s defeat when they host the North Queensland Cowboys.
The Melbourne Storm can win the club’s 500th NRL game since entering the tournament in 1998 when they host the Gold Coast Titans tonight.
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Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 13:59
Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 13:59
Current NRLW and NRL results
Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 14:11
Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 14:11
8′ NO TRY: Knights deny Bunker for second time
The Knights crossed the line again on their first try.
But Bunker is going to call him back again.
As the Knights moved to the right, Dane center Gagai ran down the decoy line and destroyed the Souths defender.
Sun 12 July 2026 at 14:05
Sun 12 July 2026 at 14:05
5′ NO TRY: Bunker denies Knights try
The Newcastle Knights broke through the middle of the South Sydney defense to score.
But Bunker is going to bring him back.
Danish center Gagai made a huge line in the center. But Gagai’s entire performance was created by prop Trey Mooney, who thwarted Souths captain Cam Murray.
Sun, July 12, 2026, 2:00 pm
Sun, July 12, 2026, 2:00 pm
START: Rabbitohs vs Knights
Referee Grant Atkins blows his whistle to start the first of three NRL matches on Sunday.
The Knights use the ball first, running to the right of the screen.
This is a good away set that gets the ball halfway ahead of a powerful bomb in midfield.
That bomb was caught by Knights center Dane Gagai, but the Rabbitohs defenders surrounded him to end the set.
Sun 12 July 2026 at 13:50
Sun 12 July 2026 at 13:50
Jai Arrow thanks the community for their support
Jai Arrow takes center stage at Stadium Australia this afternoon.
On his birthday, he is celebrated when the Rabbits meet the knights.
Arrow was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND), a neurological disorder that has no cure.
The late Neil Daniher lived in this condition for many years until he passed away earlier this year.
This afternoon is raising funds for Arrows and also to raise awareness of this terrible disease.
Arrow has just been interviewed by Fox League in front of thousands of fans who turned out at Stadium Australia to celebrate his birthday.
I’m honored to be here. I want to thank everyone from myself and my family from the bottom of my heart.
The amount of support we have received has been truly overwhelming.
Sun 12 July 2026 at 13:45
Sun 12 July 2026 at 13:45
NRLV: Canberra Raiders 42 def. New Zealand Warriors 16
The Canberra Raiders started their NRLW season 2-0 with a convincing home win over the New Zealand Warriors.
Mackenzie Wiki scored a try in each half for the Green Machine as the Raiders converted an 18-6 half-time lead in a 42-16 win.
Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 13:38
Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 13:38
TEAM LISTS: Rabbitohs vs Knights
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Rabbits
NSW Blues ace Cameron Murray returns to the side while Campbell Graham also returns to the starting line-up on the wing after being sidelined with injury.
Knights
State of Origin hero Bradman Best will not play for the Knights today. Fletcher Sharpe (number 6) moves from five-eighth to center and Sandon Smith (number 14) moves to the halves.
Jermaine McEwen was also dropped from the squad, with Thomas Kant moving into the starting forward group.
The Knights will have just five players on their bench this afternoon.
Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 13:32
Sun 12 Jul 2026 at 13:32
NRL celebrates ‘world’s biggest birthday party’ for Jai Arrow
Today is Jai Arrow’s birthday.
The former NRL player and Queensland representative has been forced to retire after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND).
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Following the announcement, the Australian sporting community, not just rugby league, rallied around Jai and his family.
You’ve seen players celebrate a try by shooting arrows into the crowd; this is part of the NRL’s Jai July.
With his birthday today, there are hopes of a big crowd at Stadium Australia for the Rabbitohs’ clash with the Knights.
Sun 12 July 2026 at 13:30
Sun 12 July 2026 at 13:30
Welcome to the ABC Sport NRL Live Blog
Hello Australia.
Welcome back to live digital coverage of the 2026 NRL Premiership season on ABC Sport.
Round 19 ends today with a triple header (all times AEST):
- South Sydney Rabbitohs v Newcastle Knights, Stadium Australia, Sydney, 2pm
- Manly Sea Eagles v North Queensland Cowboys, Brookvale Oval, Sydney, 4:05 p.m.
- Melbourne Storm v Gold Coast Titans, AAMI Park, Melbourne, 6.15pm
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