Kalyn Ponga

The high-flying Roosters flexed their muscle, while one emerging superstar stamped his claim as the best in the world.

Addin Fonua-Blake gave Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon a fright on Friday night when he left the field with a pectoral issue.

Round 17 delivered some classic matches and standout performances across the NRL, highlighted by one Manly powerhouse.

Two of the biggest talking points going into Origin II could collide if Kalyn Ponga is unable to get a handle on an issue that is becoming a concern.

Kalyn Ponga has laughed off any potential beef with Cameron Munster after the pair had a fiery run-in last Friday night.

Billy Slater gave little away he was peppered with questions about his recall of Reece Walsh for State of Origin II.

The fullback missed a crucial tackle on Jahrome Hughes and clutched at his shoulder in the aftermath.

Newcastle Knights hooker Phoenix Crossland had to be taken from AAMI Park in a medicab.

Many fans are struggling to wrap their head around the NRL's verdict on Kalyn Ponga's hit on Tolu Koula. The devil is in the detail.

Manly will be understrength on Friday night, with one star unavailable thrugh concussion and Kieran Foran resting another.