Podcasts about nrl finals

Tom Sangster reveals his top captain options ahead of week two of SuperCoach Finals.Brought to you by Toyota.Make your team today for your chance at the major prize: a brand new Toyota HiLux! All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachnrl Host: Tom Sangster: @TomSangsterSC /XProduced by Jack Crawley Recorded 9am Thursday Sep 17, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan look ahead to a huge weekend of Rugby League, with the Super League playoffs and NRL semi-finals getting underway.They preview the opening week of the Super League playoffs, with Warrington Wolves taking on Hull KR and Wakefield Trinity facing Leigh Leopards. Who will make it through to the next stage and keep their Grand Final dreams alive?The pair also look ahead to the NRL semi-finals, as the Sydney Roosters take on the Cronulla Sharks and the New Zealand Warriors face the Newcastle Knights.Martyn and Jake then dissect the Super League Dream Team, including who Martyn voted for and some of the selections that have caught their attention. They also discuss the latest developments in the NRL–Super League negotiations, including what a potential DAZN broadcast deal could look like and what it might mean for the future of the game.With Wigan Warriors continuing their push for more silverware, they ask what another trophy could do for Matty Peet's coaching legacy.Finally, they turn their attention to the bottom end of Super League, with London Broncos seemingly set to miss out on Super League status under the current grading system. Could any existing Super League club also be at risk of relegation?

Welcome to Episode 382 of the Rugby League Republic Podcast, with your hosts Tish and Dr T.In this Episode, we discuss Week 1 of the NRL Finals Series, the Sydney crowd problem, and much more. Join us as we build a rugby league community for all… the Rugby League Republic Podcast starts right now…

Worst Joke Wednesday is at an all-time...something, Dwyane Bennett talks up The Dolphins in the NRL Finals, Taylor Swift goes SVU, Corey loves The Shepmates, we talk the best thing we learned from our parents, some good news from around the world that you might have missed and Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate is in hot water and dropping F-bombs...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fire Up! icon, Redfern Pat, returns to the mike to talk all things footy bunker and footy punter. The NRL Finals got into full swing last weekend but the hip pocket continued to take a hit and they stayed away in droves...or did they?The NRLW instigates its own Deflategate, the Fox falls foul (fowl?) of the Inner West hipsters [allegedly] and we cast an eye over another tale from music history from Matty Johns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Week 2 of SuperCoach NRL finals is here and so is the champ!2026 SuperCoach Classic winner Mick Ryan is in the house to spill the beans on his $50K collect. Brought to you by The Bottle-O.All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachnrl Chapters: To comeHosts: Tom Sangster: @TomSangsterSC /XWilson Smith: @wilson_smith93 /XProduced by Bryce WebsterRecorded 5pm Tuesday Sep 15, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Week One of the 2026 NRL Finals Series is in the books as we saw the Dolphins triumphant in their first ever finals game; Panthers qualifying for their SEVENTH straight prelim final; Worries for the Warriors; Roosters good but not good enough; Knights courageous in their defeat of Souths; and an unconvincing win from Sharks to eliminate the Cowboys… The boys preview Week 2 of the NRL Finals with Easts to host Cronulla, and the Wahs to play an historic sold-out game at Eden Park against Newcastle… We also preview the finals series for the Super League and NRLW as well as review the already underway finals series for the NSW and QLD Cups, and the NSW Jersey Flegg and Women's Premiership (before a quick chat on Josh Addo-Carr's drug charge…)——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro04:47 - Episode Overview06:25 - NRL Finals Week One: Knights eliminate Rabbitohs22:55 - NRL Finals Week One: Dolphins defeat Warriors in Qualifier32:47 - NRL Finals Week One: Sharks eliminate Cowboys40:22 - NRL Finals Week One: Panthers defeat Roosters in Qualifier55:24 - Bunker Review: Roosters v Sharks (NRL Finals Week Two Preview)58:50 - Bunker Review: Warriors v Knights (NRL Finals Week Two Preview)1:05:43 - ATG: Super League Finals Preview1:06:36 - ATG: NRLW Finals Preview 1:07:23 - ATG: NSW Cup, Jersey Flegg, Womens Prem, & QLD Cup Finals Week Two Review1:10:23 - ATG: Josh Addo-Carr drug charge1:12:13 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps.Music credit ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].Logo designed by Tahlia Tassone.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

The All Blacks' test against South Africa sees Richie Mo'unga returning to number 10. The Black Ferns face France with some major players making returns, while the Warriors open their NRL Finals run against the Dolphins.

Tom Sangster reveals his top captain options ahead of week one of SuperCoach Finals!Brought to you by Toyota.Make your team today for your chance at the major prize: a brand new Toyota HiLux! Make your team: https://www.supercoach.com.au/nrl/finals Latest SuperCoach news and trade advice articles: linktr.ee/supercoachnrl Host: Tom Sangster @TomSangsterSC /XProduced by Bryce WebsterRecorded on Thursday September 10, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broncos whisperer, James Campbell, joins us in time to imagine what the proposed rugby league theme park will involve. Gale reflected on Sydney's previous best theme park but forgot the correct name was Bullen's African Lion Safari Beyond the NRL Finals, we break two huge stories - Robbie Farah & Jason Taylor are on the next season of Australian Survivor and Harry Grant is a Communist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 381 of the Rugby League Republic Podcast, with your hosts Tish and Dr T.In this Episode, we preview Week 1 of the NRL Finals Series, discuss NRL World, and much more. Join us as we build a rugby league community for all… the Rugby League Republic Podcast starts right now…

Warriors fans - the time has come! Finals footy is set to hit Mt Smart and we are fizzing for Saturday night.This week on the podcast we preview all 4 games - with a particular interest in the Warriors v Dolphins game, where I give my keys to victory for the Warriors + we talk some key match ups and areas where the Dolphins might look to take us on.Then we talk All Blacks- with the possibility of changes on the way for the 4th test against the Springboks we talk about who will wear the 10 jersey, who will captain the side & more.As always, thanks to the TAB & Michelob Ultra for supporting the podcast.Go the Warriors!

The Classic season is done and won …. but SuperCoach NRL isn’t over yet for 2026. SuperCoach Finals starts now!Unlimited trades, no salary cap and triple points for captain. Brought to you by The Bottle-O.Join SuperCoach Editor Tom Sangster and Wilson Smith.All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachnrl Chapters: To comeHosts: Tom Sangster: @TomSangsterSC /XWilson Smith: @wilson_smith93 /XProduced by Jack CrawleyRecorded 5pm Tuesday Sep 8, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team give their NRL Finals bracket. Everyone has Penrith going all the way, except Producer George. Shane Jacobson joins the team to give Leisel advice for her extra job! It derails a bit, ending up discussing her adult star name. Spida is in the USA supporting his son Boston’s first games for the Iowa City Hawkeyes & has a bone to pick with the coffee. They went to ditch the brew and got a funny response when offering it to someone before throwing it. Alistair Clarkson’s North Melbourne gear has all been dropped to a local Op Shop - Leisel and Spida talk about what they have done with their gear and uniforms over the years. Peter V’landys has come out with his NRL Land theme park idea & the team talk through some of their possible attractions at such a theme park. It’s the gift that keeps on giving!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the latest action and major talking points from another huge weekend of Rugby League.They begin with the blockbuster top-of-the-table clash between Wigan Warriors and Leeds Rhinos, as Wigan produced a dominant performance to win 40-8. The pair ask the big question: can anyone stop Wigan this season?Martyn and Jake also discuss the brilliance of Bevan French, questioning why one of the world's most exciting players has not been targeted by an NRL club and whether he could still make a return to Australia.Elsewhere, they review Wakefield Trinity's win over Warrington Wolves and Toulouse Olympique's continued impressive form, following another victory against Hull FC.The episode also covers Jake Connor winning this year's Albert Goldthorpe Medal, Liam Farrell announcing his retirement, and the battle at the bottom of the table as Martyn and Jake debate which club will finish with the wooden spoon.Over in Australia, they discuss Peter V'landys' ambitious idea to create a Disneyland-style NRL theme park, before previewing the first round of the NRL Finals and looking ahead to this weekend's Super League fixtures.

TWL 2026: Ep 46 - Time For HeroesWill and Brad relive a huge few days in AKL with in-studio interviews, PlaceMakers Legends Lunches and Mount Smart radio commentary debuts, while Fonzie is here to unpack the nail-biting win over Manly and preview the massive finals campaign ahead and Saturday's showdown with the Dolphins. Also there's the ComfortGlaze Lower Grade Report, NRLW and the NO UGLY Salty Moment of the Week. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/This is a Frank podcast

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We deep-dive into the best and worst-case scenarios for the 10 teams remaining in NRL Finals contention, Conjecture surrounds the premature retirement of Adam Reynolds, Joey Manu confirmed as PNG Chief 007, Dragons players may backflip on Castleford Tigers, Kevin Walters to relinquish Kangaroos role for St Helens, Jai Arrow to play 2 more games for Souths in heart-warming gesture, NRL to trial kick-off rule in GF rematch, Sharks and Warriors may need to move stadiums for finals, & “Why do they call it a Rabbitoh?”… NRL, Super League, NRLW, NSW Cup, QLD Cup, NSWRL updates.——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro04:15 - Episode Overview05:36 - Bunker Review: Best & Worst-case scenarios for NRL Finals-eligible teams (2 rounds to go)24:16 - Bunker Review: Player Transfer News & Rumours (headlined by Adam Reynolds and Joey Manu)56:54 - Bunker Review: Headlines (Jai Arrow to play two more games, Kick-off trial, Stadium finals policy changes, Trivia)1:14:26 - NRL Round 25: TSS Tipping & Supercoach Comps1:16:57 - NRL Round 25: Overview 1:33:40 - NRL Round 26: Rapid Fire Tips1:36:57 - ATG: Super League Round 24, NRLW Round 8, NSW and QLD Cup updates1:44:27 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps.Music credit ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].Logo designed by Tahlia Tassone.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

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Nine teams remain in NRL Finals contention as Manly fall out of the race; Roosters, Panthers and Warriors fight for the Minor Premiership; Dolphins, Sharks and Knights fight for the Top 4; Souths, Cowboys and Bulldogs fight for the Top 8… DCE signs with Hull FC, Josh Papalii retires, Sam Walker wants $1.7m, Jacob Preston and Bradman Best may test open market, and more!.. Billy Slater quits QLD Maroons, Origin confirmed for NZ in 2027, NRL make formal offer for 50% stake in Super League… NRL, Super League, NRLW, NSW Cup, QLD Cup, NSWRL updates.——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro04:00 - Episode Overview06:55 - Bunker Review: Run-Home to NRL Finals (3 rounds remain)26:49 - Bunker Review: Player Transfer News & Rumours (headlined by DCE to Hull FC)1:00:18 - Bunker Review: Headlines - Slater quits QLD, Origin in NZ, NRL make offer for SL, and more!1:18:51 - NRL Round 24: TSS Tipping & Supercoach Comps1:22:41 - NRL Round 24: Overview 1:53:48 - NRL Round 25: Rapid Fire Tips1:58:09 - ATG: Super League Round 23, NRLW Round 7, NSW and QLD Cup updates2:05:29 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps.Music credit ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].Logo designed by Tahlia Tassone.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

The pressure is building with just three rounds to go until finals! Matty and Cronk break down why the Roosters are emerging as the team to beat, who can grab that all-important eighth spot and whether the Sharks can turn things around after slipping out of the top four.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are getting really spicy now! Round 23 is in the books and we're about to get to the competition within the competition. So, who's looking good and who can you put a line through? Looking to the future, the boys also break down some key signings by the PNG Chiefs- but have they got enough to be strong season one? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 teams remain in NRL Finals contention as the Raiders fall out of the race, the winner of Bulldogs and Souths will likely determine th spot as the Cowboys seemingly have an easier draw… Brian To'o becomes PNG Chief no. 6, as the Perth Bears look to Corey Horsburgh after missing out on Junior Paulo… The NRL want to trial the kick-off rule, play a 3rd-place NRL game for GF week alongside the All-Stars and an U21s Origin match, and finally go global in 2028 with games in LV, London, Tokyo and Hong Kong!… Christchurch up their bid to be the NRL's 20th team with stipulations set for their entry… & the Australian Kangaroos World Cup Squad will each get paid $45K for the tournament, causing a stir in the International Rugby League scene as all other nations (at time of writing) will only get paid $850 match payments per game!——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro05:30 - Episode Overview07:05 - Bunker Review: Run-Home to NRL Finals (4 rounds remain)24:16 - Bunker Review: Player Transfer News & Rumours (headlined by Brian To'o to PNG Chiefs)56:53 - Bunker Review: NRL ideas - Kick-off rule trial, extra games in GF week, global round1:06:51 - Bunker Review: Christchurch up their bid as 20th NRL club1:13:01 - Bunker Review: Australian Kangaroos $45K RLWC payments1:20:08 - NRL Round 23: TSS Tipping & Supercoach Comps1:23:09 - NRL Round 23: Overview 1:45:13 - NRL Round 24: Rapid Fire Tips1:54:34 - ATG: Super League Round 22 and NRLW Round 6 Results2:03:06 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps.Music credit ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].Logo designed by Tahlia Tassone.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

The run-home to the 2026 NRL Finals Series is heating up with only 11 teams remaining in contention… The Panthers, Roosters, Warriors and Sharks are locked in, the Dolphins and Knights are one win away from shoring up a finals berth, leaving Souths, Canterbury, Cowboys, Manly and Raiders fighting it out for the finals two spots… The panel make the Top 8 predictions with 5 rounds to go!——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro06:42 - Matt King NSW Blues coach; Laurie Daley retires15:12 - Episode Overview17:05 - Bunker Review: Run-Home to NRL Finals (5 rounds remain)49:54 - NRL Round 22: TSS Tipping & Supercoach Comps55:37 - NRL Round 22: Overview 1:22:39 - NRL Round 23: Rapid Fire Tips1:33:21 - ATG: Super League Round 21 and NRLW Round 5 Results1:38:04 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps.Music credit ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].Logo designed by Tahlia Tassone.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

Tass and Clarkie breakdown Adam Doueihi's refusal to play for the Wests Tigers against the Raiders and the embarrassment it has brought to not only himself but also the club… They also discuss who is in the right and who is in the wrong… By popular demand, another edition of Player Transfer news and rumours (headlined by Zac Lomax signing with PNG Chiefs, Cam Munster next PNG target, Perth Bears go on a signing spree, and much more)… Over to Round 21 of the NRL, the run to the NRL Finals is heating up with the Sharks, Raiders and Bulldogs hitting red-hot form, the Knights losing Brown and Lucas for the season at the worst possible time, the Warriors and Manly on the slide, Panthers and Roosters winning unconvincingly, and the end of the Storm and Broncos finals hopes!——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro05:22 - Episode Overview07:04 - Bunker Review: Adam Doueihi vs. Benji Marshall34:05 - Bunker Review: Player transfer news and rumours (Headlined by Zac Lomax to PNG)52:12 - NRL Round 21: TSS Tipping & Supercoach Comps56:14 - NRL Round 21: Overview 1:26:02 - NRL Round 22: Rapid Fire Tips1:32:40 - ATG: Super League Round 20 and NRLW Round 4 Results1:39:20 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps.Music credit ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].Logo designed by Tahlia Tassone.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

It's Teamlist Tuesday! NRL legend Mark Geyer weighs in on the bid by Israel Folau to come back to the NRL and who he believes will make finals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham, Wade Graham and Charlie White are in to preview the Week three of the NRL Finals. Is Nathan Cleary the greatest player of all time? What will Madge do with the Broncos game day lineup, with Mam ready to strike. Wade shares the deep rivalry between Cronulla and the Storm and we look at the ways the Sharks will be able to target Hughes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham, Wade Graham and Charlie White are in to preview the Week three of the NRL Finals. Is Nathan Cleary the greatest player of all time? What will Madge do with the Broncos game day lineup, with Mam ready to strike. Wade shares the deep rivalry between Cronulla and the Storm and we look at the ways the Sharks will be able to target Hughes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty is joined by Cooper Cronk to discuss Panthers machine & review Bulldogs' season. Plus they preview Walsh v Cleary Prelim Final showdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham, Gorden Tallis and Charlie White rip into a massive second week of NRL Finals action including the perfect Panthers resounding win over the Bulldogs, the Sharks upset over the Minor Premiers the Raiders, plus, Jimmy fires back after an article over his commentary, the Media Sprint goes into overdrive and Manly fumbles Tom Trbojevic’s contract! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Pre-Show Jersey Dribble 3:37 Jimmy Responds To News Article 17:01 Perfect Panthers Perfect Performance 37:35 Media Sprint Goes Next Level 45:17 Reed Mahoney’s Bulldogs Exit 55:34 Hyundai Hybrid Hero Finals Week 2 1:01:09 Manly Mismanage Tom Trbojevic’s New Contract 1:10:30 Disgusting English Food 1:16:01 Gordie Running Water For Kangaroos? 1:17:53 Instant Classic: Sharks Knock Out The Raiders 1:32:09 The Finals Schedule: Does A Sunday Prelim Matter?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reni Maitua joins Sauce & Maroon to preview round 2 of the NRL Finals and Ethan Strange is out! We look at how the Raiders can win, Penrith's battle against a full Accor stadium and how the Storm & Broncos are coping with their week off. Plus, Sauce's Salute is back and we look at the silver foxes in the NRL!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Demetriou, Ben Dobbin and Kevvie Walters are in to give an update on Billy Walters’ ACL tear, how the Broncos and Storm will manage their week off, and the decision-making behind Pat Carrigan’s one-week ban. We look at the Raiders and the coaching methods Ricky Stuart will need to use to lift them off the canvas. Did Penrith pull off the masterstroke of the year by missing the top four, giving them a somewhat “easy” road to the final? And JD is backing the Sharks to be serious contenders in the 2025 NRL Finals series!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRL Finals EXPLODE: Raiders V Sharks, Bulldogs v Panthers | Who Wins? | CODE NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Demetriou, Ben Dobbin and Kevvie Walters are in to give an update on Billy Walters’ ACL tear, how the Broncos and Storm will manage their week off, and the decision-making behind Pat Carrigan’s one-week ban. We look at the Raiders and the coaching methods Ricky Stuart will need to use to lift them off the canvas. Did Penrith pull off the masterstroke of the year by missing the top four, giving them a somewhat “easy” road to the final? And JD is backing the Sharks to be serious contenders in the 2025 NRL Finals series!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buzz Rothfield joins Brent Read and Ben Dobbin to discuss the announced scheduling for the remainder of the NRL Finals. Buzz isn’t happy that the Friday match gives one side an unfair advantage and believes the NRL shouldn’t fear the AFL Grand Final. Justin Holbrook is officially confirmed as the Knights coach moving forward - will he be able to get Kalyn Ponga on the same page as him? Ricky Stuart faces his toughest task of the 2025 season as he looks to lift his team off the canvas as they prepare to battle the Sharks this weekend. We review the referees week one performance and assess Klein’s calls from the weekend, and rate the Warriors’ and Roosters’ seasons after their elimination from the Finals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buzz Rothfield joins Brent Read and Ben Dobbin to discuss the announced scheduling for the remainder of the NRL Finals. Buzz isn’t happy that the Friday match gives one side an unfair advantage and believes the NRL shouldn’t fear the AFL Grand Final. Justin Holbrook is officially confirmed as the Knights coach moving forward - will he be able to get Kalyn Ponga on the same page as him? Ricky Stuart faces his toughest task of the 2025 season as he looks to lift his team off the canvas as they prepare to battle the Sharks this weekend. We review the referees week one performance and assess Klein’s calls from the weekend, and rate the Warriors’ and Roosters’ seasons after their elimination from the Finals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After one of the most incredible weekend of finals footy, ever played, James Graham is joined by Charlie White to unpack all the drama from week one of the finals. From the Broncos miracle win in Canberra, the Panthers win in tough conditions, the Sharks impressive victory over the Roosters and the Bulldogs brave performance against the Storm, the boys unpack it all! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Media Grand Final Sprint 5:18 Instant Classic: Broncos Win Greatest Final Ever 20:43 Poor Refereeing Performance 30:34 Pat Carrigan Suspension 34:21 Michael Maguire’s Reynolds Dilemma 43:17 Are The Raiders Cooked? 45:08 Broncos Vindicated In Brining In Madge? 46:57 Sharks Impressive Win Over The Roosters 51:48 Sam Walker Criticism Unfair? 53:28 Hyundai Hybrid Hero 56:43 Are The Bulldogs Cooked? 1:08:31 Bulldogs Panthers Sunday Blockbuster 1:13:08 Billy Walters ACL Injury News 1:18:02 Warriors Can Win The Comp In 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wade Graham joins James Graham and Peacock to preview the first round of the 2027 NRL Finals. Cameron Ciraldo has dropped Reed Mahoney for Toby Sexton - will this be enough for Canterbury to take down the Storm? Jahrome Hughes has positive news regarding his wrist injury - is there a world where he bolsters Melbourne's premiership run? The Viking clap will be in full tilt in Canberra, and the Broncos will be firing in the nation’s capital. Plus, Manly is back in the news after missing the Finals and could we see Tom Trbojevic heading over to the Super League?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edwards Looks Fried' | Why Mahoney Must Start | Madge v Stuart Clash | Code NRL Finals PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wade Graham joins James Graham and Peacock to preview the first round of the 2027 NRL Finals. Cameron Ciraldo has dropped Reed Mahoney for Toby Sexton - will this be enough for Canterbury to take down the Storm? Jahrome Hughes has positive news regarding his wrist injury - is there a world where he bolsters Melbourne's premiership run? The Viking clap will be in full tilt in Canberra, and the Broncos will be firing in the nation’s capital. Plus, Manly is back in the news after missing the Finals and could we see Tom Trbojevic heading over to the Super League?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 348 of the Rugby League Republic Podcast, with your hosts Tish and Dr T.In this episode we preview the 2025 NRL Finals Series.Join us as we build a rugby league community for all

Another week, another situation where a football club forgets that they have an important role in society that goes beyond the game. It's exhausting to watch and we can only imagine what it must be like for our marginalised communities. An old favourite, Two Quick Things, makes a return so that Libby can shoehorn in a bit more car and cycling content, and we are PUMPED to introduce our first kids correspondent, 12 year old Ash from Northern NSW who is basically ready to become an NRL commentator and gives us his expert opinion on the upcoming NRL Finals. Join us!!! Libby and Georgie x PS Because we're athletes (to varying degrees) we LOVE a bit of coaching. Hit us up at hello@playonmedia.com.au or send us a DM on our social (@beingsportish) and tell us what you want to hear more of (and what you'd like us to put in the bin). Don't hold back! Thanks to the ABC Sport Newsletter and Patrick Stack for the piece "Really, Adelaide?" Hosts: Georgie and Libby Trickett Connect with Us: Instagram: @beingsportish Website: www.playonmedia.com.au Email: hello@playonmedia.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buzz Rothfield joins Brent Read & Charlie White to look at the first round of the 2027 NRL Finals! Just how big of an influence does Buzz have on the NRL, now that Nicho Hynes has been let off his charges. Gus hasn't been involved in a premiership winning side since 2002 and the Bulldogs have some serious problems within their side. Do the Knights deserve to have a Mad Monday after their horrible showing in 2025? Buzz doesn't think so. DCE & Carroll have had an altercation in the change rooms, could we see NZ hosting an Origin in 2027? And Ready's Mail is back by popular demand!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buzz Rothfield joins Brent Read & Charlie White to look at the first round of the 2027 NRL Finals! Just how big of an influence does Buzz have on the NRL, now that Nicho Hynes has been let off his charges. Gus hasn't been involved in a premiership winning side since 2002 and the Bulldogs have some serious problems within their side. Do the Knights deserve to have a Mad Monday after their horrible showing in 2025? Buzz doesn't think so. DCE & Carroll have had an altercation in the change rooms, could we see NZ hosting an Origin in 2027? And Ready's Mail is back by popular demand!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty is joined by Cooper Cronk to preview Finals Week 1 - including JFH v Leota & possible Bulldogs change. Plus they assess teams outside the Top 8.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We yarn with the Captain of each of the eight teams in this year's NRL Finals Series.4 Pines. Ticket are on sale now to our Grand Final Party, go in the draw to win one of six tickets to the Grand Final when you buy a ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/4-pines-grand-final-rev-upGood Day Multivitamin & Day Lyte Electrolytes, it's the least you can do. Use code 'dribblers' for 10% off your order here: https://www.begoodhealth.com.au/Neds. Whatever you bet on, Take it to the Neds Level. Visit: https://www.neds.com.au/Grumpy Coffee, turn your frown upside down. Use code "MANLY" for 10% off your order this week here: https://grumpycoffee.com.au/Adam ReynoldsBlayke BraileyHarry GrantJoseph TapineMitch BarnettNathan ClearyStephen CrichtonJames Tedesco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oh man the AI slop shownotes this week are awful but I have a puppy and law school to do so this is getting low effort. Enjoy!DETAILED SHOWNOTESSummary:The Two Jacks break down the week's true news rollercoaster: Victoria's police tragedy, sovereign citizen threats, major legal tussles, global politics, social developments, and the surging finals in AFL, NRL, and rugby. Distilled analysis, with signature banter.TIMESTAMPED SEGMENTS00:00:00 Introduction, Weather in Hong KongJoel welcomes listeners, heat in HK, setting the stage.00:00:34 Victoria Police Manhunt, Sovereign CitizensDramatic manhunt after two police officers are killed, suspect's ties to sovereign citizen movement, parallels to Wyambilla tragedy.00:04:11 Police Tactics & RisksComments on why police risk assessments and tactical resources are crucial.00:08:25 Outlaw Gangs, ExtremismWhy definitions are tricky, group amorphousness, risk to police and society, and danger parallels with outlaw motorcycle clubs and extremist factions.00:18:51 Linda Reynolds v Brittany Higgins: Defamation CaseReynolds wins $340k; litigation toll on both parties, settlement issues, the public interest defense, and legal costs impact.00:27:15 Essential Poll Deep DivePM Albanese's approval, data on Lay, Allen, Batten, support for the four-day week, AI copyright law, public mood on recognising Palestine.00:31:26 Australia Expels Iranian AmbassadorFirst such move since WWII, IRGC-linked arson plot at Melbourne synagogue, ASIO's case, diplomatic fallout, social media reactions.00:33:39 NDIS Reforms, Autism DebateButler targets spending cuts, idea of restricting low-level autistic support from the NDIS, personal stories, system sustainability.00:37:56 Sydney Housing Density, NIMBYism, PlanningWallara station plan, high-density in well-off suburbs, nimbys, Auckland experiment, regulatory cost pressures, building quality concerns.00:55:11 Oasis at Wembley, Beer Stats, Generational FandomConcert spectacle, 250k pints of beer, generational audience, band's new healthy habits.00:59:19 Trump's Health, Biden, and US WoesTrump's visible health issues, flag burning crusade, slump in US tourism, Vegas emptiness, security hassles, global perception trouble.01:14:29 UK Politics: Farage Rises, Labour PlummetsFarage's surge, Starmer's poor ratings, immigration fights, sovereignty of UK Parliament, political fluidity.01:18:39 AFL & NRL Finals, Wallabies RugbyAFL top four discussed, surprise departures, Swans season, NRL ladder, Wallabies revival under Joe Schmidt, broader rugby hopes.SOCIAL MEDIA POSTSTwitter:Vic police manhunt: 2 officers killed, ties to sovereign citizen movement. | Reynolds wins defamation vs. Higgins. | #auspol #twjpodEssential Poll deep dive: Albanese steady, Lay, Allen, Batten ratings. Public split on Palestine, 50% support 4-day week, strong opposition to AI copyright reform. #auspol #twjpodIranian ambassador expelled after synagogue arson plot linked to IRGC. | NDIS/Autism reforms stir debate. | Oasis packs Wembley & breaks beer records. #ausnews #music #twjpodFacebook:Episode 125 of The Two Jacks – Hosted by Jack the Insider (Joel Hill) and Hong Kong Jack.– This week: Victoria's police manhunt and the sovereign citizen threat, Linda Reynolds v Brittany Higgins, Essential Poll shakeups (Albanese, statehood for Palestine, the four-day week, copyright & AI), expulsion of Iran's ambassador over a Melbourne arson plot, NDIS reforms, Sydney housing density, Oasis at Wembley, Trump v Biden health, UK and EU politics, and the finals race in AFL & NRL plus Wallabies rugby.Listen in for analysis, banter, and more!

Matty & Cooper on Mudgee Miracle, Panthers' Prediction, Strange & Weekes then recap Storm-Bulldogs. Plus the guys give their Top 4 & Top 8 predictions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 346 of the Rugby League Republic Podcast, with your hosts Tish and Dr T.In this episode we discuss the run home to the NRL finals.Join us as we build a rugby league community for all… the Rugby League Republic Podcast starts right now….

The Warriors have missed out on some crucial points to help secure a strong spot in the NRL Finals.The side still sits in the all-important top four despite losing to the Gold Coast Titans over the weekend, but a victory would have given the Warrior's a buffer heading into the last six games of the regular season. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.