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This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss which tennis superstars have a first class toss, delve into how Rugby League acts as a valve for peace, and ponder whether Andrew Abdo has become the NRL's new music critic.

The short-term focus of Pat Cummins' back injury has become the opening Ashes Test, but the ailment brings into focus the inevitable shift in leadership. We ask the captain about how he sees that long term transition before speaking with Mitchell Starc about sporting mortality following the left-arm veteran's T20I retirement. Featured: Pat Cummins, Australia captain. Mitch Starc, Australia fast bowler. Alyssa Healy, Australia captain. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Ange Postecoglou told Tottenham fans that in every great TV series, season three surpasses season two. We never got to see what that looked like at Spurs, but we will get a new edition on Angeball at Nottingham Forest. It will come with some unusual challenges, including a wildcard Greek owner and a squad developed for a manner of play at odds with Postecoglou's style. Featured: Daniel Garb, football reporter.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Spoiler: We're very worried. Teddy and Corbin discuss the recent news that Pat Cummins will miss the NZ and India white-ball series as he manages a lower back issue in a race to be fit for the first Test of the Ashes. We also check in on Marnus, before diving back into our mailbag. 

In the industry, they call it the 'second season'. Only eight teams remain as the NRL gears up for a finals series rich with storylines. What are the narratives that will define finals time? Maybe it's the Panthers seeking to find innovative ways to win the title, again. Perhaps it's the Roosters harnessing star power old and new. The infrastructure of the Storm. The complicated momentum of Brisbane. The romaticism and excellence of Canberra. Finals season is here. Featured: Nick Campton, NRL reporter, ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

On InZane Rugby League this week Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams are joined by ABC Sport commentator Quentin Hull for a three-tiered look at the finals. 

It's ominous for the rest of the NRL but after winning 4 Premierships in a row the Panthers are primed for another big September. Back rower Scott Sorensen (31:17) told Brett Sprigg, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs that his Penrith team mates love this time of year and sense there's a buzz in the air. Plus you can catch a wonderful chat with Andrew Moore (1:13:33) talking to the ABC's acting head of Rugby League Michael Carayannis. Plus there's all your regular features - 6 Again (12:26) and a First Thought (46:42) on Rugby League Bad Boys.

Brett Sprigg is joined by dual premiership winner Luke Lewis and Manly great John Gibbs to close the book on 27 rounds of footy and look ahead to our first week of finals.

AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling, wrapping up all the results following Week 1 of the AFL Finals Series. Today's guests, Hawthorn's Blake Hardwick, and Jon Ralph from the Herald Sun and Fox Footy with the latest AFL news.

For his song of the week Denis Carnahan reached deep into his closet, pulled out his tightest pants and open neck shirt and went all Latin for his tribute to the Human highlight reel - Mark Nawaqanitawase

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss the legend of Aussie Joe Bugner, how strong was his feet? The Ref should never stop the game when a stink breaks out and the idea that poker machine profits should be reinvested directly into the local communities where they were generated.

When Rohan Browning ran 10.01 at the Tokyo Olympics, he assumed fame, fortune, and faster times would naturally follow. That's not how it played out. Now, as the charismatic sprinter readies himself for the 100m at the world championships he is talking to us about the lessons learned, what he's seeing in Gout Gout and why Australia is in an athletics 'golden age'. Featured: Rohan Browning, Olympian sprinter. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the first weekend of the AFL Finals Series. Today's guests, Geelong Premiership Utility Mark Blicavs, and Ray Chamberlain with his take on the Cam Rayner double free kick controversy.

It has been a rollercoaster season for Michael Maguire but he's now preparing his Brisbane side for a Qualifying final in Canberra next Sunday. Madge told Quentin Hull, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis how happy he was to see his team find the sort of game they displayed in beating the Storm on Thursday night. He also sang the praises of full back Reece Walsh but said it's not surprise when you see how hard he works. He also talked through the difficult selection decisions he faces over the next couple of weeks over Adam Reynolds and Gehemat Shibasaki.

Rooster James Tedesco (26:57) fittingly finished off the regular season guiding his team to a win over rivals South Sydney and picking up 3 points in the ABC Player of the Year award. That clinched that particular title for him although in reality he's had it in the bag for a while after a stellar season. He joined Quentin Hull, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis and admitted that one of the benefits of missing out on Rep Footy was that he avoided the physical and mental toll that Origin extracts. However he says he's always willing to answer the call if NSW or Australian selectors come knocking. Plus catch up on all the latest Rugby League news - and speculation - in MC's Hammertime (42:44).

Collingwood shook up the AFL finals with an upset over Adelaide, but the booing of Isaac Quaynor has dominated much of the conversation. It's an ugly post script to the Izak Rankine suspension. In the NRL, we unpack the brilliance from Brisbane, especially Reece Walsh, as the Storm's premiership push continues to stall. Ex-Wallabies and Pumas coach Michael Cheika calls in to talk Australia vs Argentina and Mark Nawaqanitawase.Featured: Emma Lawrence, NRL reporter, Channel Nine. Michael Cheika, ex-Wallabies coach.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Eight teams remain and we're here to tell you why every single one can win the 2025 AFL Premiership. Corbin Middlemas joins us to make a case for each club and why they're certainties to lift the trophy on the last Saturday in September. Featured: Corbin Middlemas, lead AFL commentator, ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The Dolphins have rightly earned a reputation as the NRL's entertainers this season racking up a string of big scores. But they go into the final round of the season needed as favour from former coach Wayne Bennett's South Sydney side to make the finals. Whatever happens in Round 27 utility Kurt Donoghoe has been a real stand out this season and he told Quentin Hull and Billy Moore he's hoping for a strong defensive effort from his team this weekend. Plus you can hear from Melbourne Storm Football manager who gives his thoughts on Harry Grant being ruled out of the team of the year because of a suspension. And get all your tipping advice for Rd 27 in Christopher's Corner.

Molly Picklum calls in from Fiji to talk about partying in a wetsuit, the big names who reached out to congratulate her, how she steeled herself after an early stumble in the final, how she wants to dominate the sport for years to come and tequila. If you want to hear what it sounds like for a 22-year-old surfer to realise her dream in Hawaii, then this is the episode for you. Try and listen to this without smiling. Featured: Molly Picklum, surfing world champion.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Some athletes have a way of making you smile inherently. Molly Picklum is one of those competitors and she gave Australian surfing fans reason to grin ear to ear. A world title clinched in Fiji puts her in the same space as Steph Gilmore, Tyler Wright and Layne Beachley and she's far from finished. Featured: Chris Binns, surf writer and broadcaster. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Spring has arrived, and so has our ever-growing mailbag.We're diving headfirst into your best questions as the summer of cricket draws near. Keep them coming, we can't get enough from our fellow cricket nerds.

On InZane Rugby League this week Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams debate the prospect of a wildcard round as a way of stopping the top teams from resting their stars prior to the finals. 

Teenage football sensation Nestory Irankunda has had an impressive week in the Championship with Watford FC and he's back in the Socceroos squad. Along with a host of other young stars, the national team is taking on New Zealand in two friendlies starting this weekend. What is coach Tony Popovic looking for with this group as he eyes a FIFA World Cup next year?Featured: Craig Foster, former Socceroos captain.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

There's no question that Denis Carnahan would have shed a tear for the departure of Des Hasler from the Gold Coast Titans. Dessie has provided a rich seam of material for ABC's Sport's Man of Sound who borrow a Rick Springfield number to pay tribute.

Canberra was virtually assured of the minor Premiership before the round 26 match with the Wests Tigers but for captain Joe Tapine (1:21:48) it was a relief to get the title secured in front of their own noisy fans. However he told Glen Lauder, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs that there were no wild celebrations afterwards and that the team is fully aware what's in front of them over the next month - which should involve a breather for the likes of Kaeo Weekes and Ethan Strange. Incoming Gold Coast Director of Football Scott Sattler (33:29) explained he's also got a busy time ahead as he tries to turn the Titans around. Plus Lewey and Gibbsy tackle the big issues of the week in Six Again (11:04) and the subject of today's first thought is Rugby League Freaks (50:01).

Brett Sprigg is joined by Daily Telegraph journalist and ABC Sport contributor Michael Carayannis. Does the NRL have an issue with resting players? How much do the Raiders deserve the minor premiership? Will the Roosters be fighting to keep Mark Nawaqanitawase? Should Harry Grant be eligible for the Dally Ms? Are the Eels on the right track? Are the Sharks top four worthy? Our recap of NRL Round 26 and NRLW Round 9.

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss whether NRL teams should play their best players or face a term of imprisonment, does Bunnings Island need a minister of Rugby League first and is it Eric Abetz or Erica Betz? 

When former West Coast Eagle Adam Hunter passed away his family made the decision to donate his brain to the Australian Sports Brain Bank, and the results show he suffered from CTE. His family think a lot of that damage may have come after his AFL career, when he was playing local footy and being targeted on-field. Plus it's a finals shaping weekend in the NRL so we talk resting and the run home.Featured: Bridget McArthur, ABC Reporter. Zac Bailey, Channel 9. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

When it comes to competing Eliud Kipchoge and Sifan Hassan have nothing left to prove, so what drives them to keep showing up for elite level marathons? Ahead of a massive Sydney marathon, we put that question to these two champions, before asking Australian competitors Brett Robinson and Jess Stenson to help us understand what makes Kipchoge and Hassan so formidable. Featured: Eliud Kipchoge, marathon legend. Sifan Hassan, Olympic gold medallist. Jess Stenson, Olympian. Brett Robinson, Olympian. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

In nearly 130 years of Australian Rules no male player has revealed they're bi-sexual, until now. Former West Coast player Mitch Brown has opened up about his sexuality at a time where the sport has been grappling with multiple cases of homophobic slurs, headlined by last week's Izak Rankine saga. It's a powerful moment for the LGBTQIA+ community inside and outside the sport and has the capacity to make huge positive change.  Featured: Marnie Vinall, journalist, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

We already knew Belinda Clark was a legend of Aussie cricket, now Sport Australia has made it official, elevating her to "legend" status in its hall of fame. This is a woman who has achieved everything on field and been part of running the sport of it. As cricket finds itself juggling formats, priorities and budgets, she gives her read of the landscape. Featured: Belinda Clark, Australian cricket legend. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Australia's T20 and ODI series against South Africa wrapped up in Mackay on Sunday, but the lingering question remains: does anyone really care?Corbin and Ed do their best to park the cynicism as they unpack a white-ball contest with little at stake - beyond putting the Top End on the cricketing map, which we are behind! We also find time to debate Cam Green's best spot in the Test order, Marnus' continuing drought, and why selectors are stuck between quick fixes and long-term planning.

On Inzane Rugby League this week Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams are joined by Canberra super-fan and ABC Sport man of sound  Denis Carnahan for a close look at the "Miracle in Mudgee."

Des Hasler won't coach the Gold Coast in 2026 and appears finished as a head coach in the NRL after agreeing to leave the Titans. The Gold Coast has tried experienced coaches, emerging talents and everything in between, but haven't been able to contend for an NRL title. Can new recruit Josh Hannay change that and what will be his priorities when the Queenslander takes control? Featured: Michael Carayannis, senior NRL report, Daily Telegraph.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss the Tszyu brothers - the Soul taker and the Butcher,The plight of the Dora Creek Swampies & the Northern Bullants, a Titans open day could save Des, Bait off - knock over a feral, do ex players make the best coaches? Believe in rugby league values, taming Snoop Dog (Mr Rude) for the granny and if you don't like your family... make them up.

The Izak Rankine finding has landed and it's managed to seemingly frustrate all involved parties. We ask Kath Loughnan why. Then we look at the Fremantle Dockers as they prepare for mini-elimination final with the Dogs. The NRL has a double crunch Friday of fixtures. While the Wallabies attempt to break two hoodoos in two weeks. Featured: Kath Loughnan, AFL reporter, Fox Footy. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The US Open of tennis just dramatically overhauled the mixed doubles. A new short format, held before the grand slam's official start, with a huge prize money increase and lots and lots of singles stars. Did they just save mixed doubles or did they just kill it? Featured: John Millman, ex-ATP veteran.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The Dallas Cowboys are about to have a cultural moment. A new Netflix documentary on the team promises to be the NFL equivalent of The Last Dance. As exceptional as the show is, there's a sense that the team's ownership is leveraging the nostalgia of past glories, while neglecting the present day team. Featured: RJ Ochoa, reporter, SB Nation. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

A classic movie needs a brilliant soundtrack. Sport is no different, you need a commentator to elevate the moment. For Australian rugby, that job has often lived with Stan Sport's Sean Maloney. He hasn't had an abundance to work with in recent years, but that changed with the Wallabies iconic win over the Boks. Maloney joins us to explain why this team is for real. Featured: Sean Maloney, rugby commentator. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Corbin and Ed dig into Todd Greenberg's comments this week that not every nation in world cricket needs to aspire to play Test cricket.Is the longest format the pinnacle for all, or just the preserve of a privileged few?The lads break it down, challenge the idea, and explore what it means for the future of the game.

On InZane Rugby League this week - Zane Bojack and former Raiders half Sam Williams are joined by dual codes superstar Wendall Sailor. 

The AFL's investigation of the Izak Rankine homophobic slur allegations has the capacity for far-reaching on-field consequences. However, the off-field impact could be even bigger. Is this the moment the industry shifts? Featured: Corbin Middlemas, AFL commentator, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss a disproportionate responses to a slight, Snoop Dog at the AFL granny, Trainers love the lime light, willynillyism, Names for the PNG team, a great grub is a slippery grub, betting on school raised racing dogs and down-in-the-dumpism.

So, you've decided to run a marathon... you might be one of the MANY competitors tackling Sydney and Melbourne in coming weeks and you might have done plenty of training, but you're still a little daunted. We've got you sorted. Olympian Jess Stenson is playing communal coach for us. We asked our audience for any questions they might have ahead of the big impending races. You asked us about mindset, fuel, dealing with injury and preparation and we've asked Jess to share her wisdom. Featured: Jess Stenson, Olympic marathoner. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

On the Saturday Sledge this week, stand-in host Zane Bojack spoke to Gold Coast Suns star Will Powell, Brisbane Broncos journeyman Ben Talty, Aussie cricket all-rounder Aaron Hardie, Wallabies halfback Tate McDermott, NRLW star Caitlin Turnbull and former Socceroos skipper Paul Wade. 

The Penrith/Melbourne rivalry delivered a win for the Storm, controversy for officials, frustration for the Panthers and lessons for both teams and other premiership contenders. In the AFL, the Fyfe farewell tour has commenced and in some ways so has finals, because there is a raft of teams who must win this weekend. PLUS, Taylor Swift, Denzel Washington and a baby named 'Golden' feature in soundbites. Featured: Nick Campton, NRL journalist, ABC Sport. Ben Cameron, AFL caller, ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Everyone wants to believe they can win, but the reality is that there can be just one. Now is not the time for realism; that comes in week two. In this episode, we dig into key storylines to ask what we might see in the next Premier League season. Is it the start of a new era or the end of an old one for Man City? Will Chelsea's insane wage bill pay dividends? Can Liverpool go back to back? Ange is gone from Tottenham, how will journalists cope without the verbal jibes? Is Arsenal destined for another bridesmaid dress/groomsman suit? Let's find out. Featured: Rich Bayliss, football reporter. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Corbin joins us live from Darwin, fresh off calling the T20 opener between Australia and South Africa.Ed and Corby dive into Australia's unstoppable streak in the shortest format - but why has the Top End been missing from the cricket map?Plus, with the Ashes looming, the guys spotlight the surprise contenders shaking up Australia's top six. 

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss the rugby league runners - are they legit? Plan your life around rugby league, Alice Springs centre of excellence, the try celebration approval process, Runner agents - Is this something to consider? Billy Coleman the strongman of Lithgow, Horse racing base camp and where are the boxing TAFE courses?

This week, we're excited to bring you more great moments from the past 12 years, straight from the SCG vaults! Get ready for some fantastic "Bludgers" and also some previously unheard content as part of this "Best of Bludging on the Blindside" collection.