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Brett Deledio has labelled the Dreamtime game for Essendon and coach Brad Scott as "sphincter tightening" with the expectation of a win over Richmond who have nothing to lose. Corbin, Ben and Lids dissect round 11 including debating the case of whether Hawthorn should remain in Tasmania, why West Coast should be taking the Pendlebury SP433 game personally and would you rather Bailey Smith or Isaac Heeney in your team?Plus, it's a big month ahead for the Gold Coast Suns, Western Bulldogs are bordering on a gap year and how the Zak Butters trade chat shows that the industry is maturing.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

The Monday footy shows have Essendon in the gun so Corbin and Bob Murphy wonder if Brad Scott is playing chicken with his own board and if Zach Merrett's wantaway attitude is a pattern. Beyond the Bombers woes, this year might be slipping away for the Bulldogs, St Kilda astound us with another media fail, Bailey Smith has turned a corner in 2026 and having seen him first hand, what physical trait does Bob think helps Scott Pendlebury slow down time.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

It's Scott Pendlebury's week, as he's set to overtake Brent Harvey's 432-game record and hold the all-time VFL/AFL record for the most senior games played by an individual. It's only fitting that we celebrate his career. How many more losses can Brad Scott's Bombers take before his role comes under serious scrutiny? Plus, how long will the Blues' dead cat bounce last?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Mason Redman says Essendon weren't up to “AFL standards,” while Steven King's box-office Narrm Demons scored 100 points for the seventh time this year and are the story of the year. Catch Ben Cameron and Daniel Harford breaking down all the Round 10 action including the "ugly" Kangaroos and bemusement over Gold Coast desires to wind back their NT games.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Marc Murphy and Adam Ramanauskas, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 10. Today, the team analyse the fallout following the departure of Michael Voss from Carlton, look ahead to a record breaking week for Magpie Scott Pendlebury, and rank the Premiership pecking order as we near the halfway point of Season 2026.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

We're at round 10 already and Corbin, Ben & Brett Deledio pick apart some tantalising storylines including why Collingwood won't contend in 2026, will Carlton catch that new coach honeymoon fever and are the Crows building slowly or just mediocre?Plus how much do the Alex Pearce and Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera injuries hurt their respective teams, why Grand Final rematches rarely end in revenge and if you had the choice, are you sitting in 'Pickett Pocket' or 'Wizard Bay' when the Demons play Hawks this weekend?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Shocked but not surprised, Corbin & Bob Murphy break down the seemingly inevitable but still sobering resignation of Michael Voss as coach of Carlton. The humanity of the decision hits hard and has stomachs churning but the next steps forward for the Blues are front and centre with options galore.As well, making waves on the Monday footy shows are the Fremantle reclaiming of identity and symbolism, a disbelief that Ken Hinkley is the frontrunner ahead of Nathan Buckley for the Tasmania Devils job, Scott Pendlebury's merch deal and the level of care (minimal) for a Grand Final rematch.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Which teams does Marc Murphy think are out of finals contention? How would you like to see the AFL allocate their budget?  Ben Cameron says Nick Daicos should be rested for a round. The two-week countdown to Pendlebury's record breaking match is on. Plus, we take stock of all the unicorn sightings over the weekend.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Even though Richmond didn't secure the four points against the Crows, there is still optimism of the fans. Did GWS go too far with their banner referencing the Bomber's whiteboard from last week? Does Freo's Wharfie Time activation pump up the team or spook the opposition? Which rule does Daniel Harford want to see wound back to how it use to be? Plus, a takeaway from every match from Round 9.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 9. Today, the team look at what Carlton's second half form against Brisbane does for the future of Michael Voss, debate the AFL's handling of the Elijah Hollands case, and are joined by Fremantle Coach Justin Longmuir following the Dockers come from behind victory over the Hawks on Thursday night.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

The Dockers might be hosing down their Hawks fixture as a test of legitimacy but Corbin, Ben & Brett Deledio are watching closely. The boys preview the round's big questions including why Bontempelli should have already been rested but can't now, is Cripps tradeable, forced rivalries, Crows contender status is dwindling and the Swans positive premiership omen. Plus with Nikita Tszyu's win, which footy players would you pay to see hop in the ring together.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Carlton are in the crosshairs at the moment with Michael Voss' future and the possibility of Patrick Cripps leaving the club dominating the footy conversation. Ben Cameron and Bob Murphy have cast their eyes over the Monday footy shows and run through all the biggest stories including the Blues blues, why gut punches and non footy acts should be heavily punished, whether the Swans style will stand up in finals plus a reminder on some basic whiteboard etiquette.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Gambling company Sportsbet will no longer feature umpire Nick Foot on their podcasts, what's the fallout from Brisbane's leaked whiteboard notes and former Carlton captain Marc Murphy left the Carlton game early and has some thoughts. Plus Richmond chalked up their first win of the season and have there been any more mystical unicorn sightings - Ben Cameron is on the case.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL head office would be salivating with the high scoring matches, Showdowns officially need clean air and we didn't have whiteboard photos on our AFL story bingo card.Ben Cameron is at the SCG after a thrilling Swans Demons clash and is joined as always by Daniel Harford to talk through all the main takeaways from round 8 including bogey teams, injury woes and why Harf is sick of players being managed.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

AFL Saturday is joined by our umpiring expert Ray Chamberlain who says that "we were never, ever sold that this is what" ARC is for after the Showdown controversy. Corbin Middlemas, Brett Deledio and Adam Ramanauskas look back on the thrilling finishes in the three matches played so far and weigh in on the umpiring and ARC involvement too.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Collingwood and Hawthorn play out their first ever draw in 174 meetings at the MCG that was marked by umpiring chaos in the final phases with the stand rule again in the spotlight. Brett Deledio joins the team to unpack it all and preview the rest of the weekend.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Corbin & Bob Murphy pore over the Monday footy shows so you're in the loop and the chief talking point is Ross Lyon's comments that led to a meeting between him and St Kilda Indigenous players where Lyon considered his future at the club.The ARC technology is making headlines and Bob wonders whether nets, equal sized posts or no behind posts at all would solve the issue. There's also some Bob ASMR, Jordan Dawson's grief and what that looks like inside a footy club, a need for independence in the Elijah Hollands and Carlton investigation and Kane Cornes has the boys giggling with his knock down of Pendlebury's performance on ANZAC Day.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Corbin, Ben and Marc Murphy dissect the AFL's stance on their ARC decisions and whether the calls are truly improving the game or if it's just adding more grey and confusion. Off the back of Sabastian Sawe's sub 2-hour London Marathon run, the team discuss who are the best runners in AFL.Commentators are buzzing about unicorns, but just how many can realistically show up in one weekend? Plus, all the biggest winners and losers of Round 7 and are the Gold Coast Suns in trouble?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Ben Cameron and Daniel Harford try and make sense of how the arc called back a decision after over a minute of continuous play. Are they umpire errors or do the laws need to be re-written? Does the AFL need to communicate the why and the how or their laws better. Plus, why are players playing better for longer than ever before?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Daniel Harford and Dyson Heppell, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 7. Today, the team are at the MCG in the lead up to another blockbuster Anzac Day clash between Collingwood and Essendon, with the latest news on the controversial AFL Appeals Board finding in the Lance Collard case, Elijah Hollands, and the rise of the Demons with today's guest Melbourne Captain Max Gawn.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

The Lance Collard appeal serves up some "extraordinary" reasoning and a reduced punishment and Brett Deledio says the whole thing is a "farce". Corbin, Ben & Lids agree it caps off an embarrassing week for the AFL and the whole judicial system in place.As well, Carlton coach Michael Voss makes claims of bullying as Carlton deliver their report on the Elijah Hollands situation to the AFL. Footy wise, the Western Bulldogs injury woes continue as they lose to an impressive Heeney-less Swans on the night of the Dogs' 2016 Premiership reunion. Plus, the rest of the Anzac Round has the boys pumped.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Corbin & Bob watch the Monday night footy shows so you don't have to and the boys have questions and feelings on the Elijah Hollands and Carlton situation ranging from empathy and love to disbelief and sadness.There's plenty more on the menu too including Ross Lyon's combative pressers, the Zak Butters tribunal farce, Richmond struggling to find a brand among the beltings and the relationship (or not) between rucking and Sam Darcy's knee.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

In breaking news, the AFL has apologised 'for the inconvenience caused to the parties for the error of law that has led to this outcome' after the AFL Appeals Board overturned Zak Butters' fine. Carlton continue their investigation into the handling of Elijah Hollands from Thursday night. Plus, Ben Cameron breaks down the unicorn stats so far this season, can there be only one?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Melbourne had all the luck of the Irish, celebrating Jim Stynes today as they were able to scrape past the back-to-back reigning premiers. Richmond's rebuild has stalled, how can they get out of this rut? What's the latest with Carlton's investigation into Elijah Hollands? Is the holding the ball rule become even more confusing for clubs to decipher?  Plus, all the key takeaways from the matches this round.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 6. Today, the team analyse the fallout from a traumatic night for the Western Bulldogs, give their take on the controversies surrounding Elijah Hollands and Zac Butters, and look at how Season 2026 is progressing for the Giants, with today's guest GWS Coach Adam Kingsley.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Carlton once again squandered their lead, as Nick Daicos showed everyone why it's worth celebrating his 100th game. Has the AFL had a more versatile player than Mark Blicavs? Does the Sydney derby deserve to be a standalone event? Who is the most improved player in the league right now? Plus, all the latest team news ahead of big rivalry matches.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy trawl through the footy shows to bring you the real stories and it's headlined by tribunal cases for Zak Butters and Lance Collard. Corbin & Bob discuss the incentive to accuse, how both the umpire and Butters can be correct and why Bob regrets not standing up as captain in front of his teammates and explicitly denouncing homophobia.There's also father son rule changes that should be delayed, Sam Darcy as the Bulldogs ruck explained, ladder assessments and reasoning for why Friday night double ups are necessary if we want Thursday footy.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Former AFL umpire Ray Chamberlain joins the show to help understand the on-field experience of being spoken to by players after Zak Butters has been referred to the AFL tribunal. With five rounds now completed, do we have a better understanding of how teams are faring on the ladder? Plus, how are Essendon fans feeling after breaking their losing streak and the full Gather Round wrap up.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Port Adelaide star Zak Butters has flatly denied abusing umpire Nick Foot after being reported in St Kilda's victory over Port in the final game of Gather Round. The event drawing 270,018 in season 2026 to set a new record with a new deal still not struck between the AFL and the South Australian government. Ben Cameron and AFLW premiership player and former coach Lauren Arnell discuss both issues on this week's episode of AFL Daily Sunday edition.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Adam Ramanauskas, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 5. Today, the team are in Adelaide with the wash up from Fremantle's come from behind win over Collingwood in the wet, and discuss the future of the Gather Round concept, the AFL Fixture and The Wildcard Weekend.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

The Crows soared to victory at home, toppling Carlton in a soggy opener to Gather Round. Should the AFL's Wildcard round be a commodity that they could sell? Is the ARC making the game faster and fairer, or is it slowing things down and frustrating fans and players? Plus, the team look ahead to the remaining matches to be played South Australia this weekend. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Corbin & Bob have watched all the Monday night footy shows and ask the question - who needs AI, we just experienced footy heaven.Bob recalls the three step process that saw his team best respond to adversity and how it might work for Carlton, and none of it includes trading Patrick Cripps. Plus the boys chat camera wobbling goodness, why we are fine with Alastair Clarkson's interaction with Colby McKercher, a meandering Jeremy Cameron, soft Gather Round draws and why new school footy means young lists can learn quick.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Hawthorn stunned Geelong with a nail biting one-point win, is that the best finish we've seen this season? Carlton's lead squandering loss leaves fans wondering if it was the biggest disappointment of the round. And as always, the team ask what's making you mad this Monday and cover all the fallout from round 4.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

The Pickett cousins turned on a show and helped Melbourne notch up Gold Coast's first loss of the season. Is Richmond running out of excuses for their poor form leaving them on the bottom of the table and is Collingwood premiership window closed? Plus, Daniel Harford and Ben Cameron wrap all the news from Round 4 so far.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 4. Today, North Melbourne Coach Alastair Clarkson joins us following their come from behind victory over Carlton on Good Friday turning up the heat on Michael Voss, and Melbourne Coach Steven King talks about the Demons season so far in the lead up to tomorrow's clash with the Gold Coast at the MCG.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Trust Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio to hunt you some winners, choccy eggs and storylines heading into this long weekend of footy.Is the Hawks Cats rivalry the best of the 21st century, will the Blues or Roos leave content in the Good Friday "prove it" game, is Josh Treacy a top 3 forward in the game, youngsters are announcing themselves at the Eagles and more tantalising storylines are all analysed by the team.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy pore over the Monday night footy shows to unpack the biggest topics and decide what's a headline and what's a red herring.Why is Michael Voss still coaching from the bench, should Xerri have received a bigger ban, does the West Coast Eagles current form prove that Essendon should have traded Merrett, what are the reasons behind the Grand Final not shifting times and should teams try to tag Daicos? All that and more picked apart by Corbin and Bob to save you watching hours of TV - it's a good deal.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

The team dives into Tristan Xerri's three-week ban for serious misconduct, too harsh or just right? Former Carlton skipper Marc Murphy joins us to reflect on the Blues' crushing defeat at the hands of Melbourne, what went so wrong? They also discuss the AFL's decision to keep the grand final out of the twilight slot for now and how are we still having jumper clash problems in 2026.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

What punishment will North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri face for his bizarre blood wiping incident against Essendon? The Roos big man has been sent straight to the tribunal. Meanwhile, the Blues blow another half time lead, how do they arrest this pattern? And the AFL has announced the Grand Final start time for the next two years... will that appease the fans?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Luke Ball and Adam Ramanauskas, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 3. Today, Collingwood Coach Craig McRae joins us after the Magpies returned to the winners list, with the latest on Scott Pendlebury's injury and what it means for the games record holder in waiting, Darcy Moore's injury and the constant chatter linking Nick Daicos to Tasmania.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Yet another contentious call has gone against Adelaide, as Geelong make it 15 wins in a row against the Crows at Kardinia Park. Brett Deledio joins Corbin and Ben in the commentary box post-match to unpack the decision and discuss just how heavy the rain actually was.Brad Scott also delivered a very strong press conference last week calling out certain players however when the teams were announced today, he didn't swing the axe. The boys discuss where to next for the Bombers, preview every game across the weekend, and give their SuperDog picks.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Good news if you don't have time to watch all the Monday footy shows - Corbin & Bob Murphy do and a twilight Grand Final leads the chat.Will we feel robbed when it's introduced and realise we've been missing out, was Patrick Voss' head rub psychological chess or bite size humiliation, do we need more data or are hamstrings in serious danger and is the Zak Butters story going to be the most "dull" circular conversation for the next four months?Plus, please also enjoy an extra giddy Bob with the Bulldogs sitting top of the table and the maverick spirit of Beveridge living strong.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Brad Scott's honest assessment of the Essendon's poor performance continues to add to the misery of fans, how can the club turn their fortunes around? We unpack Patrick Voss' controversial taunting, does the league need to crack down harder on this behaviour, and what's the right approach to discipline in modern footy? And can someone please explain why there are so many hamstring injuries so early in the season?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

After Port's comprehensive win over Essendon, Zak Butters didn't mince words, declaring ‘I think you're stupid if you don't want to win premierships' but is it too early in the year to be talking about his October free agency? Meanwhile, Daniel Harford weighed in on Patrick Voss's behaviour, reflecting on a costly action that led to Voss copping a $1,500 fine for taunting. And should the AFL ditch the clock to bring back old-school suspense? ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 2. Today, Western Bulldogs star Oskar Baker joins us after his 3 goal match winning performance against the Adelaide Crows, and Richmond Coach Adem Yze gives us the latest in the lead up to the Tigers clash with the Gold Coast at the MCG. For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

There were 13 lead changes but Sydney struggled without Gulden and Heeney and the Hawks powered away in the final quarter to make it two in a row. Brett Deledio joins Corbin and Ben in the the commentary box post-match to unpack Gunston's incredible form and why McCartin and Curnow were shown up.Plus have the Western Bulldogs gained most from the rule changes, who is to blame for the scrutiny of Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera and should we consider price tags when assessing the stars of the competition. The boys also preview every game across the weekend and lament a seven match round with byes already halting momentum.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Every Tuesday Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy save you time by watching all the AFL footy shows and serving up their take on the most talked about issues in the game.Is an angry Alastair Clarkson the best thing for North, should Essendon be kicked out of the 'big 4' club, was Justin Longmuir's complaint fair play or poor timing and is the matchwinner pressure on Nasiah bubbling over just two rounds in? Plus you can cross out the ~100 goal season chat~ on your bingo list for 2026, but is it realistic or idealistic.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

St Kilda splashed the cash across the off season but couldn't find the four points against Melbourne leaving Corbin, Ben and former Carlton captain Marc Murphy to admire the work of Dees veteran Max Gawn. Who should be crowned the heavyweight champion player of the AFL? And listeners have the floor - what's making you mad on a Monday?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Ben Cameron and Daniel Harford wrap up round one with every team in action and so many early storylines, led by St Kilda's second loss. Former Saints captain Jack Steele told ABC he was still hurting after his trade to Melbourne, Nasiah wasn't on the ground when they needed him and Port were destroyed by North.Elsewhere, the Crows were the big winners of the round at the MCG, did Marcus Bontempelli confirm his status as the best in the game and what do the team make of Justin Longmuir's comments around Fremantle playing an Opening Round team and losing.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Daniel Harford, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 1. Today, AFL CEO Andrew Dillon joins the team in the commentary box, discussing the future of Opening Round, equalisation, the latest amendments to the illicit drugs policy, and the impact this season's rule changes are having on the game.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

In a game it seemed nobody wanted to win, Carlton's relief was visible as they scrape home despite playing "scared" against a plucky but inaccurate Richmond. Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio unpack what lead to Carlton's win and where Richmond ultimately fell short.Looking ahead to the rest of the round, what kind of reception will Zach Merrett receive from the crowd, how spicy will the return match be between Collingwood and Adelaide and how will a severely depleted Lions go against the Swans.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport