Kalyn Ponga
AustraliaathleteMaleb. 19987.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Kalyn Ponga is a professional rugby league player and fullback for the Newcastle Knights. He is known for his exceptional skill set, including his speed and playmaking ability, making him one of the brightest talents in the league.
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Newcastle can survive without Dylan Brown but not, obviously, without Kalyn Ponga.
Penrith can still win the title without Yeo. Could your team survive loss of its best player?Australia· 2026-08-10
Kalyn Ponga assisted in a try after a strong run by Young.
Cronulla Sharks St George Illawarra DragonsAustralia· 2026-08-09
The shift in Kalyn Ponga’s body language all season was particularly noticeable in Saturday’s thumping win over Brisbane.
Inside Newcastle Knights rise from wooden spoon to finals under Justin HolbrookAustralia· 2026-08-03
Kalyn Ponga issued a reminder to the NRL that the Knights were far from a spent force as long as he remained in the action.
Newcastle skipper leads Knights to victory over Broncos to keep finals hopes aliveAustralia· 2026-08-01
Kalyn Ponga is mentioned as part of the Queensland kicking threat that Tedesco had to defend.
The secret to Sydney Roosters attack combining Sam Walker, James Tedesco and Daly Cherry-EvansAustralia· 2026-07-29
Kalyn Ponga scored two tries during the match against South Sydney.
Jai Arrow MND fundraising passes $1 million as South Sydney Rabbitohs defeat Newcastle KnightsAustralia· 2026-07-12
Kalyn Ponga swung wide to turn the tide for Queensland.
How NSW Blues Laurie Daley, Nathan Cleary fix tactics and gameplan to upset QueenslandAustralia· 2026-07-09
Kalyn Ponga was involved in a notable play where he was tackled by Hudson Young.
The two NSW Blues who really do “get” OriginAustralia· 2026-07-09
Kalyn Ponga was sent off during the game, impacting Queensland's performance.
How 1997 Thredbo survivor Stuart Diver inspired NSW Blues to State of Origin series winAustralia· 2026-07-09
Kalyn Ponga's presence was missed in the Queensland backline.
Queensland got what they deserved from Laurie Daley’s BluesAustralia· 2026-07-08
Kalyn Ponga was sent off during the series, impacting the Blues' performance.
Laurie Daley’s euphoric, drink-fuelled breakfast radio appearance on his own showAustralia· 2026-07-08
Ponga missed and Best raced in to score.
Jack Bostock rejects NRL statement he knocked on before Bradman Best’s controversial tryAustralia· 2026-07-08
Kalyn Ponga was part of the rampaging Queensland side that challenged the Blues.
NSW Blues stun Queensland at Suncorp Stadium in emotional finale for Laurie DaleyAustralia· 2026-07-08
Kalyn Ponga is a key playmaker for Queensland in the State of Origin series.
State of Origin: Andrew Johns columnAustralia· 2026-07-07
Kalyn Ponga was sent off during the first Origin match, impacting the game's outcome.
Why NSW Blues star Nathan Cleary needs to play five-eighth outside Mitchell Moses if Blues are to winAustralia· 2026-07-07
Kalyn Ponga was sent from the field by Ashley Klein after hitting Tolu Koula in the head.
Why NSW hope Ashley Klein ignores on-field antics of Queensland Maroons star Harry GrantAustralia· 2026-07-05
Jeral Skelton whacked Kalyn Ponga, but avoided any sanction.
Knights stun Tigers with late length-of-the-field try as Cook claims bunker dudded Dragons againAustralia· 2026-06-28
Kalyn Ponga's send-off in Origin I was a defining moment of that game.
Rugby league talks up its ‘moments’. But in Origin, momentum wins gamesAustralia· 2026-06-27
Kalyn Ponga was replaced by Fletcher Sharpe, who crossed twice in the opening 10 minutes.
Winning chance slips through Dragons’ fingers as Knights hold onAustralia· 2026-06-19
Kalyn Ponga’s controversial Origin I send-off has been a topic of discussion among players.
Increased injury risk, referee interference under new NRL rules, players sayAustralia· 2026-06-01
Kalyn Ponga was seen in the crowd after being sent off during a game.
Integrity Unit investigating Mal Meninga over claims he courted Bulldogs duoAustralia· 2026-05-30
Kalyn Ponga was dismissed during the game against Queensland.
Blues blow as hooker Blayke Brailey suffers suspected broken arm in Sharks clash against ManlyAustralia· 2026-05-30
Kalyn Ponga has revealed the mental challenge he faced to bounce back from his State of Origin send-off before leading the Knights to a scrappy 28-22 win over the gallant Eels.
Sydney Roosters star Connor Watson signs with PNG ChiefsAustralia· 2026-05-30
Kalyn Ponga commented on his send-off for Queensland, acknowledging it was something he was not proud of.
The best team lost Origin I. There won’t be another miracleAustralia· 2026-05-30
Kalyn Ponga was sent off for a high tackle on Tolu Koula.
The Origin moment that made Ricky Stuart proudAustralia· 2026-05-29Klein’s seismic call to march Ponga for shoulder charging Tolu Koula in the head made for a 13-on-12 contest.
The NSW Blues and Queensland Maroons halves stood tallest. So what next at the selection table?Australia· 2026-05-28
Kalyn Ponga was controversially sent off during the State of Origin match.
Why Gould wouldn’t talk about the only thing everyone is talking aboutAustralia· 2026-05-28
Kalyn Ponga was sent off for a grade-two shoulder charge during the match.
NRL backs referee Ashley Klein’s decision in Origin I foul play rulingAustralia· 2026-05-28
Kalyn Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge that made contact with a debutant winger.
How Nathan Cleary, Ethan Strange broke Queensland heartsAustralia· 2026-05-28
Kalyn Ponga received a contentious send-off that impacted the match.
New South Wales complete historic comeback to defeat Queensland 22-20Australia· 2026-05-27
