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AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 6.The team react to the comments of Carlton CEO Graham Wright amid the drama surrounding Elijah Hollands, and review and preview all the big games this weekend.

AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL this Round 4 Easter Weekend.The Swans demolition job on the Eagles, the Tigers list rebuild, and the constant speculation regarding the future of Carlton Coach Michael Voss, just some of the topics today on AFL Sunday.

Manly's interim coach Kieran Foran made coaching look easy as he stepped in to lead his charges to put 50 points on the Dolphins to snap a 3 match losing streak. You can hear his full chat with Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs where he talks about what his vision is for the Sea Eagles and whether or not he is in the hunt for the full time job. Plus you can catch the debut of the new segment - On Debut! Matt Elliott talks about the various first times in his career. And you can also listen to the wrap up of South Sydney's impressive win over the Bulldogs including all the post match interviews.

Ned Hall hosts a look back at a memorable fortnight at Melbourne Park for the Australian Open 2026, where Carlos Alcaraz and Elena Rybakina became first-time Australian Open champions, highlighting the key moments, big matches and defining stories of the tournament.

Cameron Ling casts his mind back to 2002 when Collingwood captain Nathan Buckley rubbed blood on his jumper to force the Cat off the field under the blood rule. While Ling did not think much of it at the time, he concedes Tristan Xerri rubbing blood on Andrew McGrath is not an acceptable football act.Plus, what can Essendon do to improve in the short term, and celebrating Max Gawn ahead of his 250th match.

Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling celebrate Maurice Rioli Jr's chase down tackle and Oskar Baker's supreme effort on Friday night. They ponder why there were so many hamstring injuries across the weekend and Mason Wood joins to speak about St Kilda's first win of the season.

AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling, looking at a Round 1 weekend that saw Marcus Bontempelli stamp himself the best in the competition, key injuries upset the Swans impressive start to the season, and the Adelaide Crows break a 12 year hoodoo against the Magpies at the MCG.

Mitch Turner, Christina Matthews and Nicky Shaw discuss Australia's series win after they won the Test by 10 wickets. 

AFL's Opening Round is only a small sample size of how teams are looking, but already Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling thing Brisbane and Gold Coast will be contenders in September. 

Australia were dominant in Day 2 of the women's day-night Test at the WACA, and Mitch Turner and Christina Matthews dissect everything that happened on the field. Plus, they chat to Aussie superstar Annabel Sutherland after her fourth test century and two wickets.

Retiring Australian captain Alyssa Healy chats to Mitch Turner and Christina Matthews about her final international series, the lessons she's learned, and what's next.

With Alyssa Healy's career coming to an end, ABC Sport's Matt Clinch caught up with her parents Greg and Sandy.

Mitch Turner and Christina Matthews wrap up Day 1 of the women's day-night Test at the WACA and speak to young Aussie star Lucy Hamilton who shone bright in her international test debut, taking 3 wickets in her first showing.

Alyssa Healy ended her ODI career in the most epic way possible, making a superb 158 and walking off a winner. She caught up with ABC Sport's Chris Rowbottom after the match.

Victorian and NSW fast bowler Chris Tremain has called time on his career. He tells Sam and Lehmo the story of how he reached this decision after being diagnosed with Parsonage-Turner Syndrome.

Amanda-Jade Wellington tells Quentin Hull her record-taking delivery might not have been her best, but she'll happily accept the record as the most prominent wicket taker in the WNCL.

Outgoing Tennis Australia CEO and Australian Open Tournament Director Craig Tiley tells Quentin Hull he still has business to finish before leaving his current role.He wants to finalise plans to expand the Australian Open into Olympic Park, ensuring there's no threat to the Grand Slam moving from Melbourne.

Australian Test openerJake Weatherald reflects on Australia's Ashes victory, but tells Quentin Hull now he is firmly focused on helping Tasmania in the Sheffield Shield.

Race caller Greg Miles called legendary horse Makybe Diva's three Melbourne Cup wins, immortalising the mare with the line 'when a champion becomes a legend.' Following Makybe Diva's death, he joins Lehmo and Sam to reflect on her career. He says her extraordinary feat is something unlikely to be replicated again.

On the eve of the Matildas' opening match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026, Alex Chidiac speaks to Quentin Hull about the team, coach Joe Montemurro, and playing club soccer in Italy.

Australia's chef de mission Alisa Camplin speaks to Quentin Hull about Australia's most successful Winter Olympics. She says she's been thrilled by the reception the Australian public has given the athletes.

Australia has taken the lead in its multi-format series against India. With injuries heavily hampering the team, coach Shelley Nitschke joins Quentin Hull to chat through them all.

Michael Milton is returning to competition nearly 20 years after retiring. And he's coming back for the Winter Paralympics, no less.He tells Quentin Hull he'll also have to contend with a fractured femur but says he won't be going down without a fight.

Commonwealth Games gold medallist Matt Denny chats to Quentin Hull about competing in the Hobart Track Classic before his focus turns to Glasgow in July. He also speaks of how becoming a dad has helped him improve as an athlete.

Olympic gold medallist, basketballer and former AFLW player Chloe Dalton joins Sam and Lehmo to chat about The Female Athlete Project and the importance of sports science being made available for female athletes.

CEO of Australian Sports Commission and dual gold medallist Kieren Perkins speaks to Sam and Lehmo about the country's success at the Winter Olympics, and how to allocate funding to individual sports.

Australian Diamond Cara Koenen tells Quentin Hull she is up for stepping out of her comfort zone in goal shooter if that is what the national team needs.

Jackson Irvine joins Quentin Hull from Germany in the lead up to the FIFA World Cup this year. He runs through his comeback from a significant foot injury, and how he's trying to help his club — FC St Pauli — avoid relegation in the Bundesliga.

Ryan Hadley joins Quentin Hull after taking five wickets for New South Wales, helping the Blues earn a spot in the One-Day Cup final against Tasmania.

Comedian Ed Kavalee is eager to bring promotion and relegation to Australian football through a series called Breaking Barriers. He spends some time with Lehmo and Sam explaining how he thinks it could work, and doesn't miss the chance to throw in a few jokes along the way.

Flying Roos flight controller Jason Waterhouse joins Sam and Lehmo to chat about the SailGP being held in Sydney next weekend. He says Sydney Harbour is his favourite place to sail, and invited everyone to jump on their own boats to come and watch.

MotoGP's Chief Sporting Officer Carlos Ezpeleta tells Quentin Hull Adelaide is the first-choice option to host the event, assuring there will be no safety issues with a street circuit.

Sydney Kings star Kendric Davis talks to Quentin Hull about being on top of the NBL table, and what makes the Kings such a successful club.

Victorian wicket keeper Sam Harper is having an incredible season for both his state, and the Melbourne Stars. He scored twin centuries in the Victorians' win against Western Australia, as they aim for a Sheffield Shield title.

Former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie speaks to Quentin Hull about Australia's early exit at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Would different coaches for each format work? He also chats selection issues surrounding Glenn Maxwell, Cooper Connolly and Cameron Green.

Fresh off a career best Sheffield Shield knock, Kurtis Patterson tells Sam and Lehmo taking a break from playing in the Big Bash League keeps him fresh for NSW matches.

After some time off, Olympic gold medallist Nina Kennedy tells Quentin Hull she is sett on defending her pole vaulting gold medal at the LA Olympics.

Hawthorn defender Jarman Impey stops by to have some fun with Sam and Lehmo in the lead up to the AFL season.

The Women's Asia Cup is just a few weeks away from reaching Australia's shores. Former Matilda Alicia Ferguson tells Quentin Hull there is pressure on players to secure silverware.

Australian batsman and Queensland captain Marnus Labuschagne gives Quentin Hull an update on his finger injury sustained during The Ashes. He said he is also excited to play out the Sheffield Shield season for his state, before heading across to the Pakistan Super League.

When Phoebe's buggy fell into the water on the golf course, Cam Smith came to the rescue. In a case of truth being stranger than fiction, hear the story as told to Quentin Hull.

While the Australian team hasn't had the happiest start to the T20 Cricket World Cup but there are other Aussies in the tournament who have enjoyed success already. Italy beat Nepal by 10 wickets with Sydney brothers sharing an unbeaten 124 run partnership opening the batting.Another pair of Australian brothers - Harry and Ben Manenti - also played a key role with Harry skippering and Ben taking  2 for 9 off 4 overs.He chatted to Sam Lane and Lehmo and told them this is the pinacle for most of their team.