The NRL Podcast

The NRL.com crew break down where the grand final was won and lost, including the unsung heroes, winning tactics and where to now for both clubs in the wake of Penrith's thrilling premiership win.

Zac Bailey talks to former Rabbitohs captain John Sutton about winning the 2014 Grand Final and the farewell factor as Wayne Bennett and Adam Reynolds prepare to leave the club

Federal Labor leader Anthony Albanese speaks to Brad Walter about why he believes a 22nd South Sydney premiership on Sunday night would re-affirm the view he and others involved in the club's fight for reinstatement 20 years ago held about the Rabbitohs' potential to not only survive - but thrive - if given a chance.

The NRL.com crew of Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan are joined by AAP sports journalist Scott Bailey for an in-depth look at the Grand Final and the possible death of "the 50-point stat".

The 2021 Telstra Premiership race is down to two, with the Panthers and Rabbitohs set to face off in a mouth-watering grand final! Niav Owens is joined by Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley to go through the teams ahead of the blockbuster on Sunday night. For the Panthers there's a big blow to their forward pack but a key prop does return, while the Rabbitohs have named skipper Adam Reynolds as he battles to overcome a groin issue

After 200 matches, just 80 minutes remain in the 2021 Telstra Premiership season! Zac Bailey is joined by Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward to preview the Panthers-Rabbitohs decider, while we cross live to Billy Slater for his thoughts on the blockbuster clash and his coaching career with Queensland. The panel look at the key injuries ahead of Sunday, and give their Dally M thoughts on rugby league's night of nights

Broncos, Maroons and Kangaroos legend and now Channel Nine commentator Sam Thaiday joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to chat through two huge preliminary finals clashes.

Two-time premiership winner Adam MacDougall joins NRL.com's Zac Bailey to preview the 2021 preliminary finals and to discuss the latest Man Shake NRL community challenge and his passion for improving the mental health of all Australians. Reporter Dan Walsh also provides updates on the Wests Tigers' recruitment targets and Jamal Fogarty's potential shock switch to the Raiders.

The NRL.com crew of Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan break down every key talking point ahead of this weekend's mouth-watering preliminary finals action.

The final four is set, and a grand final berth is on the line for the Rabbitohs, Sea Eagles, Storm and Panthers. Niav Owens is joined by Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley to go through the ins and outs of each side for the preliminary finals. There's key changes for the Storm and Panthers ahead of their grand final rematch, while the Rabbitohs and Sea Eagles are steady for their showdown

The race for the 2021 Telstra Premiership is down to four! Zac Bailey, Jamie Soward and Michael Chammas break down all of the key issues ahead of the two preliminary finals at Suncorp Stadium

The NRL.com crew of Chris Kennedy, Kenny Scott and Dan Walsh unwrap a stunning weekend of semi-finals, including the match of the year between the Panthers and Eels.

NRL.com's Dan Walsh and Zac Bailey bring you the latest NRL player contract news. They discuss what the future might hold for former Titans Ash Taylor and Tyrone Peachey and Knights halfback Mitchell Pearce. They also preview the semi-final battles between the Sea Eagles and Roosters and Panthers and Eels

Cowboys legend Michael Morgan joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan to chat through this weekend's mouth-watering semi-final clashes.

After a thrilling opening weekend of the 2021 Telstra Premiership finals series, attention now turns to two highly anticipated sudden-death semi finals. Niav Owens, Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley go through the team news for the two matches in Mackay. The Panthers get two big names back, there's key inclusions at the Eels and Sea Eagles but the Tricolours will be missing a leader of their forward pack

The 2021 Telstra Premiership finals series started with a bang. The four matches providing plenty of drama on the field, while Wayne Bennett and Ivan Cleary created headlines off it. Zac Bailey, Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward dissect all of the big talking points out of the weekend, while Rabbitohs forward Jai Arrow joins the show live from Queensland

Balmain Tigers legend Garry Jack joins Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss a huge opening week of the 2021 finals series, including three grandstand finishes.

NRL.com's Dan Walsh and Zac Bailey bring you the latest NRL player contract news. They discuss Harry Grant and Brandon Smith's future with Melbourne, whether Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Tyrone Peachey will be Titans long-term and what the future holds for Tariq Sims and Moses Suli.

NRL.com reporter Zac Bailey chats to injured five-eighth Luke Keary to get his take on the Roosters' remarkable season so far, get an update on his recovery from an ACL injury and to discuss Luke's passion for improving the mental health of all Australians

The NRL.com crew of Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan take a deep dive into the opening week of the 2021 finals series and tip a couple of upsets.

The race for the 2021 Telstra Premiership is down to eight, and there's some big changes ahead of the opening weekend of the finals! Niav Owens is joined by Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah to look at all the ins and outs with Cameron Munster, Reagan Campbell-Gillard and Daniel Saifiti all returning and Josh Addo-Carr a glaring omission

The regular season is in the rearview mirror, and we've got a cracking finals series to look forward to! Zac Bailey is joined by Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward to look ahead to the opening weekend's matches, while Brad Fittler is our special guest. Chammas and Sowie give their end-of-season report card for all bottom-eight teams, and we ask whether Tom Trbojevic's 2021 campaign is the greatest individual season in NRL history

Sharks legend and Channel Nine commentator Paul Gallen joins Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to give his thoughts on the final round of the regular season, including the Sharks' heartbreaking miss and some robust feedback for three struggling clubs.

Gotcha4Life founder Gus Worland provides helpful tips and advice on how you can maintain strong mental fitness, as individuals face unprecedented challenges during the global COVID-19 pandemic. If you need help, call Lifeline 13 11 14

With first, fourth and eighth spots still up for grabs, NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan run the rule over the final regular season round of the NRL Telstra Premiership.

It's the final round of the regular season, but there's still plenty at stake for those in contention as well as those planning for their 2022 campaigns. A number of top sides have chosen to rest players, but several premiership contenders are at full strength. Niav Owens, Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley take you through all the ins and outs for Round 25

It's another big Monday, with the fallout over Latrell Mitchell's hit on Joseph Manu continuing, and a 300-game legend retiring. Zac Bailey is joined by Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward to dissect the key talking points out of the weekend, while we cross live to Jordan Rapana to discuss the Raiders' finals push

Knights forward Mitch Barnett joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss his side's round 24 win over the Titans which guarantees them a finals finish for the second year running.

NRL.com's Dan Walsh and Zac Bailey bring you the latest NRL player contract news. They clarify why there's been so much interest in Payne Haas this week, plus they discuss what the future might hold for Tyrone Peachey and Brandon Smith

Panthers head of performance Hayden Knowles gives NRL.com's Zac Bailey an incredible insight why Penrith's hub life in Queensland could make the difference in the club's premiership push, following last year's grand final loss to the Storm

NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan run their eye over round 24 of the NRL Telstra Premiership and discuss the results of the NRL.com and Daily Telegraph fan poll.

We're just two weeks away from finals, but the races for top eight and top four positions are still well and truly alive. Niav Owens, Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley take you through all the ins and outs for Round 24 of the Telstra Premiership with Tom Trbojevic, Brian To'o and Jahrome Hughes among the main inclusions

With just two rounds remaining, the race for the top four is intensifying with the Roosters, Sea Eagles and Eels gunning for a double chance. Zac Bailey is joined by Jamie Soward and Michael Chammas to look at the key finals contenders, and the panel also look at the latest around the NRL's plans for an expansion team in Brisbane. Plus, Reed Mahoney joins the show for National Skills Week

Legendary rugby league prop Mark 'Spudd' Carroll joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss the launch of his new book as well as the form of a couple of his former clubs this weekend.

NRL.com's Dan Walsh and Zac Bailey bring you the latest NRL player contract news. They discuss Luke Thompson's future at Belmore, details of Jayden Campbell's new contract with the Titans, who the Wests Tigers will target following Moses Mbye's departure, plus Kalyn Ponga talks about his future with the Knights following Connor Watson's exit

NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan are back to analyse round 23 of the NRL Telstra Premiership, with a couple of clashes that could have huge ramifications for the top eight.

With just three rounds remaining until the 2021 Telstra Premiership finals, plenty of teams still have it all to play for. Niav Owens is joined by Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah to look at all of the key ins and outs ahead of Round 23. Tom Trbojevic has been named despite a cheekbone issue, while Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad returns on the other side and there's several big inclusions at South Sydney

The countdown to the 2021 Telstra Premiership finals continues, and Round 22 was another big weekend. Zac Bailey, Jamie Soward and Michael Chammas dissect all the big talking points including Tom Trbojevic, Andrew Fifita and the Eels

Broncos legend Steve Renouf joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy to analyse a huge round 22 of the Telstra Premiership, including his thoughts on Brisbane's controversial and hard-fought loss to the Roosters.

NRL.com's Dan Walsh and Zac Bailey recap the week that was in the NRL with all the latest contract news. They provide updates on a host of players including Clint Gutherson, Isaiah Papali'i, Viliame Kikau, Moses Mbye, Connor Watson, Braidon Burns and Will Chambers, plus they discuss how Kevin Walters plans to rebuild the Broncos

Roosters NRLW and Blues star Hannah Southwell joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan to talk through her role with the RLPA, injury recovery and the Roosters' upcoming NRLW season.

It was a big weekend for the NRL's top six sides with a number of teams making big statements, while questions linger for others. Niav Owens is joined by Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward to break down all the key talking points - plus, Channel Nine expert Allana Ferguson joins the show ahead of Women In League Round.

Broncos, Maroons and Kangaroos legend and now Channel Nine commentator Sam Thaiday joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy to chat through round 21, including his thoughts on Will Chambers' ability to fire up opponents and teammates alike.

The NRL.com crew of Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan run the rule over all eight games coming up in a blockbuster round 21.

It was almost the round that never was, but with Round 20 finally in the books attention turns ahead to upcoming weekend. Niav Owens, Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley analyse all of the key ins and outs ahead of Round 21 of the Telstra Premiership

It was nearly the round that wasn't. Zac Bailey, Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward look back at an unprecedented weekend in the NRL, as well as what comes next. Plus, Storm general manager Frank Ponissi takes us inside Storm camp.

NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Dan Walsh tear into all the action from a reshuffled round 20 and look ahead to the final two games of the round.

The NRL.com crew of Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan run the rule over round 20, including two top-of-the-table blockbusters.

There's just six rounds of the 2021 Telstra Premiership to play, and the race for the finals is well and truly on. Niav Owens, Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah look at all the key ins and outs ahead of Round 20 with Jack Wighton, Cameron Munster and Bradman Best among the big ins for the weekend of footy

It's a sad day for the game, with Warriors captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck announcing an early retirement from the game to return to New Zealand ahead of the closure of the trans-Tasman bubble. Zac Bailey, Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward discuss his legacy, while Panthers star Viliame Kikau joins the show ahead of a blockbuster grand final rematch against the Storm

NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott break down round 19 while Roosters duo jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Lachlan Lam share their thoughts on the injury-hit win over Newcastle.

NRL.com's Dan Walsh and Zac Bailey recap the week that was in the NRL with all the latest player signing news. They provide updates on Dane Gagai, Dale Finucane, Xavier Coates and Kyle Flanagan, and look at Australia and New Zealand's decision to withdraw from the 2021 Rugby League World Cup over COVID-19 concerns

Warriors forward Josh Curran joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan to talk through a tough round 18 loss to Penrith and his move into the starting lock role against Souths.

With the first week of the Queensland hubs in the books, attention now turns to Round 19 of the Telstra Premiership. Niav Owens is joined by Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley to run the rule over all the ins and outs for the round. Premiership favourites the Storm get a star back, but rest another, while there's also good news at Penrith.

Life in the Queensland hubs is underway in the NRL, with all games played in the Sunshine State in Round 18 - but it was Phil Gould's return to Belmore that stole the headlines over the weekend. Zac Bailey, Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward dissect what it means for one of the league's most famous clubs, while Adam Doueihi joins the show ahead of the Wests Tigers tell-all documentary that's set to premiere on Fox League and Kayo

Cowboys forward Mitch Dunn joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to wrap up a crazy round 18 of the NRL Telstra Premiership.

Storm forward Chris Lewis joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Martin Lenehan to preview his side's round 18 clash with the Knights and update us on his team's possible relocation back out of Melbourne.

Round 18 is shaping as an historic one for the game, with 12 teams from NSW and ACT heading north into Queensland hubs. Niav Owens is joined by Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah to go through all of the key ins and outs, and look ahead to the State of Origin III clash at Cbus Super Stadium

It's another significant day in rugby league history, with the NRL confirming that all 12 NSW and ACT clubs will relocate to south-east Queensland as the COVID-19 crisis intensifies in Sydney. Zac Bailey is joined by Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward to dissect all the talking points, and Andrew Johns joins the show live to preview State of Origin III

Former Jillaroo and Channel Nine commentator Allana Ferguson joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to break down every game from round 17 and look ahead to Wednesday's third State of Origin clash.

Cronulla centre Jesse Ramien joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Marty Lenehan and Alicia Newton to preview his side's round 17 clash with the Warriors.

There might be only four games this weekend, but there's no shortage of talking points, while Paul Vaughan's termination from the St George Illawarra Dragons is also dominating headlines. Zac Bailey is joined by Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley to discuss all the key ins and outs ahead of Round 17

The countdown to State of Origin III is well and truly on, with the Blues and Maroons naming their team, and Zac Bailey is joined by Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward to dissect both squads. The panel also discuss the dramas at the Dragons, and Wayne Bennett's comments about the spate of lopsided scores in Round 16

Blues legend Beau Scott joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss the freshly-unveiled NSW side for Origin III before a full wrap of all eight games from round 16 of the NRL Telstra Premiership.

Raiders halfback Sam Williams joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Martin Lenehan to look ahead to his team's crucial home clash against the Titans on Saturday.

With the standalone State of Origin round completed, the focus returns to NRL action. Zac Bailey is joined by Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley to look at all of the ins and outs ahead of Round 16 of the Telstra Premiership, with Nathan Cleary's shoulder injury a key focus as the Panthers prepare to host the Eels. Elsewhere, the Roosters welcome young gun Sam Walker for their clash with the Storm, while the Broncos get back Kotoni Staggs as they battle to get off the bottom of the ladder

The State of Origin shield will be heading back to New South Wales, with the Blues turning in another dominant performance in Game II. Zac Bailey is joined by Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward to recap all the action from Suncorp Stadium. We ask where the Blues rank in all-time Origin history, discuss the pressure on Maroons coach Paul Green, and look at where the Game III could move if Stadium Australia is unavailable because of Sydney's COVID-19 outbreak

NRLW Chief reporter Alicia Newton is joined by former Blues fullback Sammy Bremner and injured Maroons forward Annette Brander to preview the Ampol Women's State of Origin

Legendary Dragons and Eels premiership-winning captain Steve Edge joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Alicia Newton and Marty Lenehan for a preview of State of Origin II and the Women's standalone Origin.

Queensland selector and Broncos legend Darren Lockyer joins Inside The NRL on a busy day of rugby league news, with the Maroons and Blues naming their squads for State of Origin II, and the Broncos appointing Ben Ikin as their head of football. Plus, the panel preview the Women's State of Origin clash on the Sunshine Coast, and look at all of the other big news out of Round 15

Blues legend Brett Kimmorley joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss the team changes for State of Origin II before a full wrap of round 15 of the NRL Telstra Premiership.

Wests Tigers legend Dene Halatau joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy, Martin Lenehan and Alicia Newton from the Beanie for Brain Cancer launch to discuss an important cause and the Tigers' clash against the Storm.

It's another big week of NRL Teams, with Glen Hawke joined by Robbie Farah and Brett Kimmorley to analyse all of the ins and outs ahead of Round 15. The Knights get a host of players back, including Kalyn Ponga and Mitchell Pearce, the Panthers' Origin contingent is back for a blockbuster against the Roosters, and the Dragons could get Zac Lomax back for their clash with the Raiders

It was another momentous day for rugby league with Boyd Cordner announcing his retirement from the game, and the panel pay tribute to one of the NRL's modern day greats. We recap the Bulldogs' upset win of the Dragons, including both coaches' press conferences, and chat to Mark Hughes Ambassador Danny Buderus ahead of Beanies for Brain Cancer Round

Former Jillaroos captain and Channel Nine commentator Ruan Sims joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss a huge round 14 of the Telstra Premiership and recap Origin I.

Maroons legend Trevor Gillmeister joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Alicia Newton for this preview of round 14 to deliver his thoughts on where it went wrong for Queensland in the Ampol State of Origin I.

On the eve of the State of Origin opener Niav Owens is joined by Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah to talk through the last-minute preparations, as well as look at all of the key ins and outs ahead of Round 14 of the Telstra Premiership. Karmichael Hunt is set to return after a 12-year absence, the Warriors look to get back a big name in Addin Fonua-Blake and there's good news at Manly with Kieran Foran returning

With just two sleeps until the State of Origin opener, Zac Bailey is joined by Michael Chammas and 2011 Blues five-eighth Jamie Soward to break down all of the key talking points ahead of Wednesday night in Townsville, with two legends in Billy Slater and Bradley Clyde also crossing into the show live. The panel also look at the rest of the news out of the NRL, including Brett Morris' retirement, the future of Matt Dufty and the Knights' poor showing on Old Boys day

Dragons prop Daniel Alvaro joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss his side's huge round 13 win over the Broncos at Kogarah.

Wests Tigers forward Luke Garner joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Alicia Newton for a preview of round 13 to discuss his side's clash with an Origin-weakened Panthers outfit at Leichhardt Oval

It's an abbreviated Round 13 of the Telstra Premiership, but there's no shortage of changes. The Dragons have named Jack De Belin to return, the Panthers have been forced to shuffle the deckchairs with seven stars on Origin duty, while the Knights get the opportunity to name their new star seven

The countdown to the 2021 State of Origin series opener is well and truly on, with Queensland and New South Wales naming their squads and the NRL confirming the game will switch from Melbourne to Townsville. Maroons legend Steve Renouf joins the show to dissect Paul Green's first lineup, and the panel reflects on another special edition of Indigenous Round

True Blue Jamie Soward joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy to run the rule over all eight games from round 12 and give his thoughts on the newly-announced NSW team for State of Origin I.

Martin Lenehan and Alicia Newton join Chris Kennedy to preview all eight games from the upcoming Indigenous Round, round 12 of the Telstra Premiership.

Indigenous Round is one of the most special weekends on the NRL calendar, and a host of stars have returned for the showpiece round. David Fifita is back from suspension, Cameron Murray returns for the Rabbitohs and the Knights get two stars back for a must-win clash with the Sea Eagles. Zac Bailey is joined by Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah to assess all of the key ins and outs for Round 12

On a sombre day for rugby league, we pay tribute to Immortal Bob Fulton after the Manly legend's passing, and the team welcome Storm fullback Nicho Hynes to the show ahead of Indigenous Round. Plus, the panel look at the latest suspension issues to affect the Blues team, and pick their Maroons lineups for State of Origin I

Titans forward Sam Stone joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss his side's win over the Bulldogs and his own return to the top grade.

NRL.com's Martin Lenehan and Chris Kennedy run the rule over all eight games from round 11 of the Telstra Premiership, including two monster Sunday afternoon blockbusters.

Magic Round is in the books, and the NRL world turns its attention to Round 11. Join Niav Owens, Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah as they look at all of the key ins and outs ahead of another big weekend of rugby league, with Rabbitohs star Latrell Mitchell one of the key inclusions, while Shaun Johnson remains a chance to play his 200th NRL match. The suspension-hit Dragons have been forced to shuffle the deckchairs, and Broncos coach Kevin Walters has once again wielded the axe

The 2021 edition of Magic Round could go down as one of the most significant weekends in the game's history. Zac Bailey, Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward have their say on the NRL's foul play crackdown, pick their Blues sides for State of Origin I and reflect on Magic Round. Eels star Reed Mahoney also joins the show

NRL.com roving reporter Zac Bailey joins Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott from Suncorp Stadium with all the latest on the round 10 Magic Round extravaganza.

Former Jillaroo and Channel Nine commentator Allana Ferguson joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Alicia Newton to preview a huge Magic Round weekend

One of the most anticipated rounds of the season is here, and there's some big changes across the board with stars returning and a couple of surprising omissions. Niav Owens is joined by Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah to go through all of the key ins and outs ahead of Round 10 of the Telstra Premiership

As the rugby league world turns its attention to Suncorp Stadium for Magic Round Zac Bailey, Michael Chammas and Jamie Soward discuss all of the big issues out of Round 9. Plus, the team cross live to Townsville to hear from Todd Payten, as the Cowboys coach reflects on his start at the club

Wests Tigers prop Alex Twal joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Kenny Scott to discuss his side's narrow round nine loss to the Titans and his own switch from lock to prop.

Maroons legend and NRL veteran Chris Walker joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy and Alicia Newton to share his thoughts on nephew Sam Walker's stunning entry to the NRL during his fundraising walk from Cairns to the Gold Coast.

With several big clubs missing a host of key players, Niav Owens is joined by Brett Kimmorley and Robbie Farah to take a look at all of the key ins and outs ahead of Round 9 of the Telstra Premiership. The Roosters get James Tedesco back but lose several stars, the Rabbitohs are forced into wholesale changes while the news is better for the Warriors

Ahead of his 100th NRL match Tom Trbojevic joins the panel, while we cross to Brisbane to hear from Broncos legend Steve Renouf as a new era begins under Dave Donaghy. Plus, the team pays tribute to Brett Morris, and looks at the injury challenge facing the Rabbitohs

Channel Nine and 2DayFM host Erin Molan joins NRL.com's Chris Kennedy to break down a huge round eight, with some touching words for injured Roosters winger Brett Morris who faces retirement after his season-ending knee injury.