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This week the Bludge revisits the best moments from the past 12 years from under the SCG vaults. There's also previously unheard content that appears as part of this 'Best of Bludging on the Blindside.' Enjoy Bludgers!

In a jam-packed episode, it's Gemini season, and the birthday boys are serving up humble pie after South Africa's stunning triumph in the World Test Championship Final. Ed and Corbin break down how the Proteas dismantled Australia at Lord's - tactically, emotionally and symbolically.

Former Maroons enforcer Josh McGuire told Zane Bojack and Sam Williams on InZane Rugby League that Queensland tried to beat the Blues with skill in Game One of 2025 and it backfired badly. 

A year ago, J.J. Spaun thought he might be done with pro-golf, but the American stumbled across rom-com sports movie Wimbledon. It inspired a dramatic turnaround as the American went from journeyman to US Open champ. This story is epic. Featured: Ben Cameron, broadcaster, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Former Queensland coach and beloved TV icon Paul Vautin spoke to Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs ahead of Origin Game 2 in Perth. 

GWS coach Adam Kingsley joins Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling after the Giants' win against the reigning premiers.

It's time for Denis Carnahan's song of the week - and this time he's celebrating the record-breaking feats of Canberra prop Josh Papali'i.

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss the strawberry moon effect on Cronulla, the Gould report is here, Spencer Leniu comes off the back fence, what happened to the magic sponge? To deal with pigs you need a rifle, AI refs, reputation crisis management, the Broncos bold new logo.

NSW hooker Reece Robson (24:24) headlined a bumper NRL Saturday Show ahead of State of Origin 2 on Wednesday. He told Andrew Moore and the team that although it's a bit of a longer flight to Perth, preparation is the same as Game 1. Queensland legend Chris ‘Choppy' Close (1:23:23) always joins Andrew at this time of the year to discuss Origin and this year is no different. He told us what he was feeling after the result of Game 1. Also on the show NSW legend Brett Kenny (2:18:41) talked about the 1985 Origin win and a fired up Michael Carayannis gives all the latest news (and speculation) in MC's Hammertime (48:50). 

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 14.

Pat Cummins has reminded us he's the man you want in a cricketing crisis. Ed Cowan casts an appreciative eye over the relentless quick. In the AFL there are huge stories encompassing players, administrators, stadiums and... Fremantle... at least according to Kath Loughnan. We brace for another wonky round of NRL impacted by Origin. Plus, a wonderful spray from tennis veteran Gael Monfils. Featured: Ed Cowan, ex-Test cricketer. Kath Loughnan, AFL host, Fox Footy. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Ex-Olympian Cate Campbell has been covering the World Championship trials in Adelaide. What she's seeing is some great swimming and some athletes at breaking point. Mollie O'Callaghan, Kaylee McKeown, Cam McEvoy, Lani Pallister, have all given voice to the same thing: it's been a struggle post Paris. Why? Ex-Olympian Cate Campbell explains the cocktail that threatens to break our stars. Featured: Cate Campbell, Olympic swimming champion. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Round 15 of the NRL might be underway but there's plenty of focus on Origin and the news that Mitch Moses has had to pull out. One man who is probably limbering up to run out next Wednesday in Perth is Liam Martin. The Panthers back rower reckons that despite his old adversary Cam Munster being named as Queensland Captain it won't change their dynamic too much - it'll be business as usual! Michael Carayannis has all the latest NRL news - and speculation in MC's Hammertime. And there's some tipping guidance in Christopher's C.orner

It wasn't that long ago Mat Ryan wondered if his international career was over. Instead, the Socceroo keeper and captain helped Australia to a 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia as they ready for a sixth consecutive World Cup. Ryan takes us inside the celebrations and explains why he feels this team can have its best ever World Cup when they compete in 2026. Featured: Mat Ryan, Socceroos captain. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The World Test Championship final is already high stakes, but the storylines contained within it are ratcheting things up. Marnus Labuschagne might be fighting for his Test spot. Cam Green's return comes in an ICC final. Kagiso Rabada's drug sanction remains contentious. The South African coach addressed the 'chokers' tag. Did we mention the reception the Lord's faithful might give the Australians post the Bairstow/Carey furore? There's plenty to play for and we're unpacking it. Featured: Jason Gillespie, ex-Test cricketer. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Teddy and Corbin preview the biggest red-ball showdown of the year (until the Ashes) - Australia vs South Africa at Lord's.They dive into all the key questions: What will the Aussie XI look like? Will Marnus make the cut? How will the English weather play a role? And of course - who's taking home the WTC mace?Get ready for the ultimate cricket chat ahead of the WTC Final, and don't forget: from Wednesday June 11 at 7:30pm AEST, you can hear every ball live and ad-free on the ABC listen app.

On InZane Rugby League this week - Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams are joined by Melbourne Storm General Manager of Football and NSW Head of High Performance Frank Ponissi to preview Origin 2 and discuss the likelihood of the club retaining their stars from the threat of the Perth Bears. 

The strength of Geelong again proved too strong for Gold Coast at Kardinia Park and Cats veteran Mitch Duncan joins Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling to work through it all.Ken Hinkley's fight continues to be on show and Dion Prestia's goal is rightly worth applauding after a tough day at the MCG for Richmond.

On NRL Sunday Denis Carnahan brings us the song of the week with this week's song celebrating all the games best halfbacks. 

On NRL Sunday on ABC Sport - Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs caught up with Broncos centre Kotoni Staggs following his man of the match effort in the Broncos 44 to 14 win over the Gold Coast. 

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG dive into the plans for the new stadium at Macquarie Point, placing a wager on Forest Jim to help pay off your mortgage, and clarifying that Touch Football in NOT Rugby League, Eric Abetz Tasmania's strongman, Kagiso Rabada's unexpected kitchen cameo, and some serious industrial baiting.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 13. Today's guest, Richmond Coach Adem Yze, ahead of the Tigers big match with the Swans.

New Perth Bears Coach - and outgoing Kangaroos coach - Mal Meninga (1:22:24) headlined a bumper NRL Saturday Show. He told Andrew Moore and the team what tempted him to take the job setting up the NRL's newest team. He also gave his thought on the Queensland team ahead of game 2 of Origin. Dolphins gun Isaiya Katoa (27:33) is staying very humble despite helping his team to a big win over the Dragons. He explained he's still focused on the mistakes he's making rather than just accepting the plaudits for what he's doing right. Also on the show Queenslander Wayne Bartrim (2:16:41) talked about the 1995 Origin win, Cronulla CEO Dino Mezzatesta 2:47:43) dropped by the box at Shark Park and a fired up Michael Carayannis gives all the latest news (and speculation) in MC's Hammertime (49:04). 

Aziz Behich gave us another qualification hero moment as the Socceroos moved to the cusp of the World Cup. Mark Bosnich pulls it apart. Tasmania's AFL team is in peril after a wild political story derailed the state's proposed stadium. Featured: Mark Bosnich, Socceroos legend. Chris Rowbottom, Hobart journalist, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The 2025 NBA finals won't feature big names like LeBron, Stef or Luka. Major markets like New York, LA and Boston aren't involved either. They're two immensely talented, small market sides who both believe their secret weapon is friendship. Dive into a preview of the title deciding series. Featured: Phil Murphy, NBA reporter, ESPN.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Andrew 'Grey Wiggle' Redmayne. John Aloisi. Mark Schwarzer. Josh Kennedy. World Cup qualification moments are nearly as iconic as the main stage. Who can stand up for Tony Popovic's team as they take on Japan and Saudi Arabia as the Socceroos chase a return to the World Cup.  Featured: Daniel Garb, football reporter, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

To surf Nazare in Portugal takes unfathomable courage. Imagine attempting it when legally blind. Australian Matt Formston is many things, he is a Paralympic champion, a big wave surfer, and he also only has 3 per cent vision. Despite that he took on the biggest wave on the planet and he joins us to talk through that experience. Featured: Matt Formston, blind surfer.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

With just over a week to go until the World Test Championship Final against South Africa, excitement is building and so are the questions. What will the Aussie line-up look like? What should it look like? And could this be Steve Smith's final outing in the baggy green?Plus, we dive deep into the fiery stadium debate brewing in Tasmania.

On InZane Rugby League this week Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams discussed the crisis facing the Brisbane Broncos after six losses in their last seven matches. 

Joe Montemurro has the reigns of Australia's most beloved team. What's his biggest Tillies test? Defensive structures. Attacking systems. Media performance. They're all crucial, but we wonderer whether relationships will determine his destiny. There is one that looms as crucial to the his fortunes. Featured: Niav Owens, football reporter, Channel Ten.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss game 1 of State of Origin - Billy was a man without an answer, has Gus mislead us? How Stomper Staines dealt with a sex ban, practice your groundings and schools should be shoot'in and trapp'in.

The NBA is one of the biggest sports leagues on the planet. It's wildly sophisticated and professional. They wouldn't rig their own draft lottery... right? We explain why many hoops fans have been claiming a 'conspiracy' in recent weeks and respected NBA writer Mike Vorkunov debunks the theories.Featured: Mike Vorkunov, basketball writer, The Athletic.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The AFL has overhauled its executive. Why did they do it and what does it mean? We speak with Corbin Middlemas. Veteran commentator. Simon Hill previews the A-League Grand Final clash between Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory. The 22-year veteran of the league gives us his insights on the competition as he prepares for his final call. PLUS, Women's Origin, Alex de Minaur has something to say and Charles Barkley says he's going to hell. Featured: Corbin Middlemas, AFL commentator, ABC Sport. Simon Hill, football commentator, Channel Ten.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Remember the mythology around Queensland at Lang Park? Around Queensland in Origin? The unceasing belief that regardless of the odds, the men in maroon would find a way. This NSW team might be the Origin myth busters. We're breaking down all the storylines from the Blues 18-6 game one win. Featured: Nick Campton, NRL reporter, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

It's a relatively simple concept: two blokes running straight at each other. One holds a footy, the other tries to lay a tackle. Damage generally ensues. The challenge has spawned multiple competitions with cash prizes, a rapidly growing social media following, and deep concerns. This week those concerns were realised. Featured: Melissa Maykin, journalist ABC Pacific Pulse.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

There is something wonderfully joyous about a sporting victory parade. A rare moment of collective celebration that cuts across societal lines. The streets of Liverpool were awash with fans celebrating the Reds triumph when things went wrong. Featured: Daniel Garb, football reporter, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

England and Zimbabwe faced off in a one-off Test that went exactly how you'd expect - a lopsided English run-fest.Teddy and Corbin dissect the Test, and ask the big question: is there anything we can take from this ahead of the Ashes? Plus, a deep dive into how the Aussies are faring in the County circuit. Who's firing, who's flopping, and is Marnus Labuschagne running out of luck?

When Lachlan Galvin detailed plans to leave the Wests Tigers, people wondered where he might land. NRL commentator and Canterbury football boss Phil Gould suggested it would not be the Bulldogs. Now the teenage star has indicated that is his desired location. Has this been a masterful piece of manoeuvring from Gould or a series of coincidences? How might it transform the Dogs and the NRL season? We're unpacking it. Featured: Braith Anasta, Canterbury premiership player, player manager, host Fox League. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

On InZane Rugby League this week, Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams catch up with Blues legend Ben Elias who unsurprisingly tipped New South Wales to win 3-0. 

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss the Perth Himalayan Bears' mascot, Humphrey B. Bear, should the Church of Rugby League pay tax? Grassy leaves it alone, $70 million centre of excellence and these are amazingly unprecedented times.

BONUS: There was a time where tennis fans wondered if Destanee Aiava might be lost to the sport, instead the 25-year-old is preparing to play the French Open having landed a wild card off the back of some impressive showings post Australian Open. Destanee is joining us to talk about her impending date with Roland Garros, living with borderline personality disorder, tennis fashion and how things have changed post AO. Featured: Destanee Aiava, Australian tennis player.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Quentin Hull and former Wallabies skipper Stephen Moore spoke to BBC Rugby reporter and commentator Sara Orchard ahead of the 2025 tour of the British and Irish Lions. 

Bailey Smith had his way with former club the Bulldogs on field and then gave them a clip after. Did his old club let him off easy? James Magnussen has been doping in the pursuit of an illegal world record, we ask how the Australian sports community is reacting. The NRL is officially in the Origin zone, where regular season games get wonky. PLUS a choking celebration in the NBA for soundbites. Featured: Ben Cameron, AFL commentator, ABC Sport. Tom Decent, journalist, Sydney Morning Herald. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Ange Postecoglou said he "always" wins a trophy in his second season... well, he did. Tottenham claimed the Europa League, its first trophy in nearly two decades as Postecoglou found himself in uncharted territory for an Australian coach. He's had no shortage of detractors and he's answered them all. Insanely, he might depart Spurs anyway. We're unpacking a wild story. Featured: Andy Harper, football analyst and commentator.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

William Goodge did the unthinkable, running across Australia in 35 days to set a new record for the feat. The British runner is not a conventional athlete. A former rugby player/model he's amassed a huge social media following from his exploits. He's also attracted sceptics. We explain why. Featured: Simon Smale, journalist, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

It's an Origin series already rich with storylines. Terrell May's confounding non-selection. NSW taking not one, but two halfbacks. The Spencer Leniu-Johnathan Thurston feud. Billy Slater and Laurie Daley both facing a coaching inflection point. Featured: Nick Campton, NRL journalist, ABC SportSubscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The World Test Championship final is coming, and we want you ready and locked in cricket nerds. Teddy and Corbin break down the Aussie squad and pick their ideal XI. Who opens? Where does Cameron Green fit? What's next for pod favourite Sammy K? 

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss the Perth Himalayan Bears' surfboat, ball in the soapy water, Rugby League in schools - Gonski, dickheadism and Hoppa in a driverless car.

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discussed V'Landys' request for more positive media coverage. As always, you can count on the Bludge to deliver the unvarnished truth about rugby league. That's a fact! 

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss tennis players that get caught in the kitchen, Boon's 52 can flight to London, there's been an explosion of rugby league in Africa and rugby league law trumps civil law.