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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! 

The Bears are back in the NRL and there's a lot to unpack. Big emotions out of North Sydney and big questions for rugby league. Ex-Bear and QRL CEO Ben Ikin joins us to explain the scope of the challenge and what the club must do to succeed. Featured: Ben Ikin, former North Sydney Bear and QRL CEO.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Caleb Ewan is an all-time Australian cycling champ. The 30-year-old has eleven grand tour stage victories, five at the Tour de France. Why has he retired when he seemingly has so much left to give? Featured: Kate Bates, Australian cycling champion. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Jannik Sinner faced his first press conference since his doping ban concluded and was met with... applause. Yes, the Italian player was in Rome, but even Sinner might have been surprised by the local press reception. How is the rest of the tennis community expected to react to his comeback? Featured: Courtney Walsh, tennis writer. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Teddy and Corbin discuss the news surrounding Kagiso Rabada, who is currently serving a “provisional suspension” after admitting to a positive test for a recreational drug.What does this mean for the World Test Championship?Speaking of the WTC, let's get the team chat started early! Who will open the batting for the Aussies? Will Cam Green play? Is Marcus Harris back in the mix?We also find a lot of time to revel in the arrival of 14-year-old Indian Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who smashed the second-fastest IPL century of all time this week. 

On Inzane Rugby League this week - Zane Bojack, former Raiders halfback Sam Williams and AAP chief rugby league writer Joel Gould review NRL Magic Round including whether it should move away from Brisbane, the re-emergence of Penrith and Nathan Cleary and what Wayne Bennett does to reignite the Rabbitohs?

Three straight Grand Prix victories has Oscar Piastri taking command of the F1 driver standings. The latest win came in Miami where the Victorian showed a killer instinct in coming from fourth on the grid. So, is Piastri now the favourite for the world title? Featured: Mick Doyle, F1 journalist, ABC SportSubscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Denis Carnahan tries to figure out what Adam Doueihi was doing!

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.

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches in Round 8. Today's guest, Western Bulldogs Coach Luke Beveridge ahead of their clash with Port Adelaide in Ballarat.

Sharks hooker Blayke Brailey joins Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs in our Saturday pre-game show on day two at Magic Round, fresh off Cronulla's 28-18 win over Parramatta. Hear the program in full here.

A record crowd, plenty of points, a NSW win and allegations of eye gouging, Women's Origin had nearly everything. We explain why the gouging claims have evaporated. In the AFL, we marvel and Jack Crisp's unbreakable run of games. What Drake has to do with the Sydney derby and why the Q-Clash has us salivating. PLUS, Ange Postecoglou's silverware quest is alive and who spent $28k on Uber Eats? We explain. Featured: Emma Lawrence, NRL reporter, Channel Nine. Ben Cameron,  AFL commentator, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The magic starts tonight and the team are all together at Lang Park. Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs dive into all the blockbuster match-ups of Magic Round. Plus they dissect Game 1 of the Women's State of Origin after a dominant win by NSW.

The magic starts tonight and the team are all together at Lang Park. Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs dive into all the blockbuster match-ups of Magic Round. Plus they dissect Game 1 of the Women's State of Origin after a dominant win by NSW.

The impact of the Melbourne Storm's decision to pull an ANZAC Day Welcome to Country continues to reverberate through the community. The incident has fed into a broader conversation about the place of the custom at sports events. Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Wurrung woman and ABC journalist Bridget Brennan helps us unpack the story. Featured: Bridget Brennan, journalist, ABC.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

A massive weekend of action all centred around what Billy Moore calls "the beating heart of Rugby League" kicks off with Women's State of Origin Game 1 at Lang Park. Andrew Moore is outnumbered with his arch-Queenslander namesake and Maroon Karina Brown. They're joined by assistant coaches Meg Ward and Ruan Sims. Plus you can catch up on the latest NRL news (and speculation) with Michael Carayannis in MC's Hammertime (20:15). Plus get some tipping tips from Christopher's Corner (9:31).

Les Kiss will coach the Wallabies, but only once Queensland let him go in 2026. Rugby Australia managed to get Joe Schmidt to stick around, but narrowed the World Cup runway for the incoming tactician. This unconventional approach comes ahead of a pivotal moment for the sport in Australia. Featured: Nick McArdle, rugby host, Stan Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

India's Vaibhav Suryavanshi just smashed a match winning hundred from 35 balls in the IPL. He was only born in 2011. While some have questioned the legitimacy of his birth date, we have other questions like 'where did this teenager come from!?' and 'how good might he be?' Featured: Bharat Sundaresan, cricket writer and commentator.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Big moves are brewing in American cricket!New Zealand Cricket makes history, becoming the first national board to invest in an overseas T20 league, teaming up with Major League Cricket for a brand-new franchise in 2027.What could this mean for MLC's future - and for cricket's big moment at the LA Olympics?Plus, we dive into all the latest IPL drama, including Glenn Maxwell getting dropped after Virender Sehwag's suggestion that the Big Show was treating the tournament like a ‘holiday'.

The cinematic vision from Liverpool told a relatively familiar English story; Reds fans wildly celebrating a top-flight title. The subplot might be more American. The top two teams from the first three divisions of English football have North American ownership.  There was a time when American owners weren't exactly beloved in English football. Success has a great capacity to build relationships. Featured: Joshua Robinson, Europe sport correspondent, Wall Street Journal. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

On Inzane Rugby League this week - Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams are joined by Qld Maroons prop Sophie Holyman and NSW Blues debutant Ellie Johnston ahead of Origin 1 at Lang Park on Thursday night. 

Round 8 of the NRL season has been the round of multiple sin bins and Manly coach Anthony Seibold (34.08) saw 3 players binned in his team's win over Penrith. He told Andrew Moore and John Gibbs that he's got plenty of sympathy with the referees but that he's not sure what the bunker will decide about the outcome of any tackle. He also gave an update on the fitness of Tom Trbojevic and said he's got full confidence in the commitment of Daly Cherry-Evans. Plus you can hear this week's 6 Again (8:59), Get to Know Tim Gavel (1:19:29) and hear Denis Carnahan's Song of the week (1.35:46).

Western Bulldogs swingman Rory Lobb joins Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling following the Dogs' commanding win against GWS in Canberra.Heat continues to pile on St Kilda while Brisbane finally showed it's ability to start games strongly this season.

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG dived into the expansion of NRL into the west and the use of Rugby League relics to help the move. They also discussed the latest with the Wests Tigers welcoming Lachie Galvin back into the team and Jarome Luai's move to statesman status. 

It's one of the highlights of the NRL season and for Rooster Blake Steep (24:05) the Anzac Day clash against the Dragons didn't disappoint. He told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis, Michael Carayannis and his Eastern Suburbs team mate Connor Watson that he'd never seen the ground so full. He also shared the incredible story of saving his Dad's life while out spear fishing earlier this year. Queensland Women's Origin legend Ali Brigginshaw (2:24:41) jumped on to talk about preparations for this week's 1st Origin match. And another Maroons legend Trevor "The Axe" Gillmeister (1:26:03) gives his recollections on the great 1995 series. The voice of British Super League Stuart Pyke (2:09:33) explains the latest on the mooted NRL takeover of the competition and with news (and speculation) from closer to home there's MC's Hammertime (50:24).

AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Adam Ramanauskas, reviewing and previewing the AFL matches this Anzac Day long weekend. Today's guests, Collingwood Coach Craig McRae and Essendon Captain Zach Merrett, following the Magpies 41 point win over the Bombers at the MCG.

Sydney Roosters Blake Steep could barely believe the crowd he walked out in front of at the Football Stadium on Anzac Day - but even more unbelievable is his real life rescue story. The young back rower has had an eventful couple of years breaking in to first grade and suffering an ACL but in January this year he almost lost his Dad while out spearfishing. He recounts the whole dramatic tale which needs to be heard to be believed.

The North Sydney Bears haven't played in the NRL since 1999, but it looks like the Western Australia government might be extending a lifeline. Talks between the ARLC and the WA government have been positive and all signs point to the 18th licence heading west. This is a big win for the NRL nostalgics, but is there enough support for Rugby League in the west to justify this venture?Featured: Billy Moore, former North Sydney Bears player and current board member.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

In the wake of a tumultuous week for the Richmond Football Club, CEO Shane Dunne joins the ABC Sport team to provide insights into recent developments surrounding Noah Balta. He also discusses the club's preparations for the upcoming ANZAC Day Eve match, a key fixture on the AFL calendar.

The Stawell Gift was billed as the battle between Gout Gout and Lachlan Kennedy, but the story took a completely different turn. How did Adelaide teacher John Evans beat the rising star and why was this race so special for women's winner Bree Rizzo? We ask them.Featured: John Evans, sprinter. Bree Rizzo, sprinter. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Richmond Tiger Noah Balta has been sentenced to an 18-month community corrections order after pleading guilty to assault. He has also been handed a curfew that could see him miss multiple night matches including this weekend. What does the sentence mean for Balta and what can the AFL learn from this? Featured: Charmaine Manuel, ABC News. Daniel Cherny, CODE Sports.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

On Inzane Rugby League this week Zane Bojack and Sam Williams catch up with Dolphins game development manager and former PNG Hunters CEO Shane Morris to find out how Kristian Woolf has turned around the form of Redcliffe and his thoughts on salary cap dispensation for PNG players as the competition introduces an 18th team in 2028. 

On Inzane Rugby League this week Zane Bojack and Sam Williams catch up with Dolphins game development manager and former PNG Hunters CEO Shane Morris to find out how Kristian Woolf has turned around the form of Redcliffe and his thoughts on salary cap dispensation for PNG players as the competition introduces an 18th team in 2028. 

This week marks the bye round on the Bludge, offering a perfect opportunity to revisit some of the best moments unearthed from the SCG vaults. We're also excited to share previously unheard content as part of this special 'Best of Bludging on the Blindside' edition. Enjoy!

A teenage star. A powerful and influential agent. Scorned teammates facing questions of bullying. A club legend, now coaching, under pressure. The Lachlan Galvin - Wests Tigers contract story is fascinating on a number of levels.Featured: Nick Campton, journalist, ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

To earn an NFL deal, Jordan Petaia had to abandon his rugby career. Ignore overtures from NRL teams. Head to an international training camp. Learn American football. Then shine in a single day try out in order to impress NFL scouts. The LA Chargers snapped him up and a key motivating factor for Petaia was his late father. Featured: Jordan Petaia, LA Chargers recruit. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

When Willie Rioli sparked a melee at the end of a gripping clash between Port Adelaide and Hawthorn we assumed it was further evidence of feverish new rivalry. After a social media post from the forward detailing his "hatred" of the Hawks over historical matters, it was clear this was something else. We're unravelling this layered story. Featured: Aaron Bryans, commentator, ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

On InZane Rugby League this week Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams discussed the decision by Lachlan Galvin to leave the Wests Tigers at the end of season 2026. 

There are sports triumphs and then there is this. Rory McIlroy overcame a hot field and his own demons to finally break through on golf's most storied stage. Featured: Warren Smith, golf commentator, Fox Sports. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Corbin and Ed reflect on the recent retirement of Will Pucovski - a prodigious talent whose career was marred by repeated concussions.His story sparks a timely discussion about the challenges of facing the short ball in modern cricket and whether helmet technology has truly progressed to protect players adequately. Are we doing enough? What lessons can the sport take from Pucovski's journey, and how can cricket evolve to better safeguard its athletes? 

Rampaging Roy Slaven and HG Nelson discuss a possible Gould inquiry into the Panther's lost spark, the crackdown and the role the historic Fisher's Ghost could play to help rugby league in Campbelltown.

Gout Gout broke ten seconds (albeit unofficially) in the 100m. Bruce McAvaney details the astonishing feat and how the teenager is impacting athletics. Corbin Middlemas pulls apart an enthralling Gather Round. The Panthers are done or are they? And Gary Player delivers warm wisdom. Featured: Bruce McAvaney, commentator, Channel 7. Corbin Middlemas, commentator, ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Before Les Kiss was a frontrunner for the Wallabies job, before he was a coach, he was a player. Not in rugby, in rugby league. It underscores that the potential national coach is a bit different. We try to learn more about the Kiss philosophy in this interview. Featured: Les Kiss, Queensland Reds coachSubscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Jason Day has won a major. He's been world number one. He knows what it takes to reach the pinnacle and he believes Min Woo Lee can do it... but he thinks one thing needs to change. Whether it's achievable this weekend is one of the key questions we're asking ahead of the US Masters. Featured: Daniel Garb, journalist, ABC Sport.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

A generational cricketing talent, Will Pucovski, has retired at age 27. The opener's ongoing concussion struggles have cut short a promising career. Peter Lalor joins us to unpack the news and provide the context behind the story. Featured: Peter Lalor, journalist, Cricket Et Al. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Teddy and Corbin break down Cricket Australia's freshly announced 23-man contract list—with some predictable inclusions and surprise omissions.Who's in, who's out, and what does it all mean for the future of the Aussie side?The lads also dive into the latest from the IPL and County cricket, and we tackle the complexities of the WCA's new Global Game Structure Report.

On InZane Rugby League this week, Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams are joined by NRL Head of Football Elite Competitions Graham Annesley to review the success of the high tackle crackdown in round 5. 

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss John Hopoate -  busted again for driving without a licence. One good thing is Hoppa can spot a dickhead. This may come in handy for the community.

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG delved into Peter V'Landys' pivotal decision: will he choose horse racing or rugby league? Perhaps the NRL can siphon off off the door takings in Feather's boot.

On Bludging on the Blindside this week, Roy & HG discussed Benji ball - play with your eyes, the deep connect of mateship through rugby league, the real house wives of the Broncos, the Golden Slipper is moving to a street circuit and drop in pools at Brisbane 2032 Olympics.