Wayne Bennett
AustraliacoachMaleb. 19506.2Global Dominance: 0.01%Wayne Bennett is a highly regarded Australian rugby league coach, known for his success in the NRL and his ability to develop winning teams. With a career spanning several decades, Bennett has coached various teams, including the Brisbane Broncos and the South Sydney Rabbitohs. He has won multiple premierships and is celebrated for his strategic acumen and leadership skills. Recently, he has been in the news for his reunion with the Rabbitohs, as players like Cody Walker express optimism about achieving a championship under his guidance.
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Wayne Bennett is a master coach who spoke about his remarkable life in rugby league at a charity lunch.
After 25 years of mostly pain, the Newcastle Knights ready to rise againAustralia· 2026-09-27
Wayne Bennett is a master coach who was a major attraction for Payne Haas.
Cleary is aiming to do a Cronk. But have Panthers already clinched the ultimate prize?Australia· 2026-09-26
Wayne Bennett attempted to recruit Kalyn Ponga to the Dolphins, challenging him to chase greatness.
Why Kalyn Ponga is ready to lead the Newcastle Knights to glory ahead of preliminary finals clash against Penrith PanthersAustralia· 2026-09-25
Wayne Bennett's decision to debut Katoa was a show of faith that Katoa has always appreciated.
Isaiya Katoa’s bold Penrith Panthers gamble, and ‘typical’ Wayne Bennett move, delivers a generational starAustralia· 2026-09-24
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett wanted it scrapped completely.
NRL axes top referee Ashley Klein after Eden Park blunderAustralia· 2026-09-21
Wayne Bennett called for the bunker to be abolished after Souths were eliminated from the finals.
The key challenges for the man about to step into the NRL’s executive chairman roleAustralia· 2026-09-18
Wayne Bennett is the head coach of South Sydney.
Christchurch NRL bid: Council confident city can win 20th licence for 2029
New Zealand· 2026-09-16
Wayne Bennett blasted the NRL bunker after Alex Johnston was ruled to have knocked on at a vital stage during the Rabbitohs’ 20-10 loss to Newcastle.
South Sydney Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett wants bunker gone after Alex Johnston ruled to have knocked on against KnightsAustralia· 2026-09-11
Bennett has seen some remarkable comebacks during his coaching career, including Souths’ skipper Cameron Murray’s push to return from an achilles injury to make a final-round cameo last year.
Elliott sees lighter side of Dogs’ exitAustralia· 2026-08-11
Koloamatangi called coach Wayne Bennett on Christmas Eve to inform he had would take up a five-year, $5 million deal with the Dragons.
St George Illawarra recruit considers skipping World Cup for surgeryAustralia· 2026-08-11
Wayne Bennett discussed South Sydney's next hurdle after their injuries.
Cronulla Sharks defeat South Sydney Rabbitohs, signal premiership threatAustralia· 2026-08-02
Wayne Bennett supported Jai Arrow during his health battle.
‘Media cop’ to crackdown on negative coverage of gameAustralia· 2026-08-01
Wayne Bennett has been a strong advocate for the proposed rule.
NRL to road-test kick-off rule change in ‘dead rubber’ matches”Australia· 2026-07-31
Wayne Bennett criticized the idea of docking injured players' pay.
Three clubs, two codes and two false starts in 17 months. You can’t accuse Lomax of not having a crackAustralia· 2026-07-27
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett ruled out the prospect of tying Mitchell's remuneration to the number of games he plays.
Latrell Mitchell and Tom Trbojevic are injured again. Are they still worth their hefty pay packets?Australia· 2026-07-23
Wayne Bennett is the coach of the South Sydney Rabbitohs, facing challenges with key players sidelined.
South Sydney Rabbitohs star may not play again this year, Cameron Murray faces up to a month on the sidelinesAustralia· 2026-07-21
Souths coach Wayne Bennett was a guest at Jai Arrow's birthday celebration.
Jai Arrow MND fundraising passes $1 million as South Sydney Rabbitohs defeat Newcastle KnightsAustralia· 2026-07-12
Wayne Bennett was a significant factor in Jack Bostock's career and helped him with his NRL debut.
How a champion Blues fullback put Bostock on the road to OriginAustralia· 2026-06-29
Souths coach Wayne Bennett said about Walker that he’d like to play on if he could.
Wayne Bennett backs Cody Walker to play on after out-gunning NSW No. 6 rival Mitchell MosesAustralia· 2026-06-25
Coach Wayne Bennett would be tempted to keep Walker on just for his experience and leadership.
Parramatta Eels v South Sydney Rabbitohs scores, results, time, program, entertainment, tips, odds, weather, how to watchAustralia· 2026-06-25
Coach Wayne Bennett stood in the middle of the field watching as Mitchell tore the strapping tape off his hands and then left training.
Latrell Mitchell leaves South Sydney training session, casting doubt over NSW Blues availabilityAustralia· 2026-06-22
Wayne Bennett is the head coach at South Sydney.
Cowboys coach signs new deal until 2028Australia· 2026-06-20
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett said on Sunday his strike centre Mitchell would not feature for the Bunnies.
Injured centre ruled out of NSW State of Origin selection for game twoAustralia· 2026-05-31
Wayne Bennett was another coach on the Chiefs’ wish list.
Ivan Cleary won’t coach PNG ChiefsAustralia· 2026-02-22
Wayne Bennett is a seven-time premiership-winning coach who has been in communication with Payne Haas for years.
Wayne Bennett reunion key to shock Rabbitohs signing, agent saysAustralia· 2026-02-11
Wayne Bennett is described as 'that guy who adds the special sauce'.
Adam Reynolds rejects claims of Michael Maguire fallout after shock South Sydney moveAustralia· 2026-02-09
Wayne Bennett has delivered a masterstroke by securing Payne Haas for the Rabbitohs.
Why did the Broncos star choose Rabbitohs?Australia· 2026-02-09
Wayne Bennett will coach Payne Haas at the South Sydney Rabbitohs after Haas signed a three-year deal.
Payne Haas signs with South Sydney Rabbitohs on three-year deal; set to reunite with Wayne BennettAustralia· 2026-02-08
Wayne Bennett is facing challenges at South Sydney after a disappointing season.
Key stories, gains, losses and contract situations for all 17 teamsAustralia· 2026-01-30
Wayne Bennett knows who England needs as a World Cup coach.
Wayne Bennett knows who England needs as a World Cup coachAustralia· 2026-01-16
