The Netherlands have reached a major milestone in their international Rugby League journey, climbing to ninth in the world and becoming the second-highest ranked European nation. The latest international rankings place Oranje inside the world's Top 10, with only England ranked higher among European nations. The Netherlands now sit immediately ahead of Ukraine, France and Serbia, who occupy 10th, 11th and 12th positions respectively. For everyone involved in Nederlandse Rugby League, it...

Sam Klumpert (Zwolle Wolves) holds the Jason Bruygoms Trophy after being carried off injured during the match. On 1 August, the two leading teams of the season met in the final, with the undefeated Zwolle Wolves taking on runners-up Amsterdam Cobras. The Grand Final was played at the Brabant Bears and hosted by Rugbyclub The Vets in Valkenswaard. It was Amsterdam who made the perfect start. The Cobras scored the opening try to take an early 0-6 lead, immediately showing the Wolves that the...

The Nederlandse Rugby League Bond (NRLB) has revealed a significant shift in its domestic strategy, intending to extend the Rugby League season starting in 2027 and substantially increase opportunities for players and clubs throughout the Netherlands. For several years, the NRLB has deliberately operated within a short summer window, attempting to complement the Rugby Union calendar and enable players to participate in both codes. Following a review of the 2026 season, the Bond believes that...