ABC AFL Daily

Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy pore over the Monday night footy shows to unpack the biggest topics and decide what's a headline and what's a red herring.

Why is Michael Voss still coaching from the bench, should Xerri have received a bigger ban, does the West Coast Eagles current form prove that Essendon should have traded Merrett, what are the reasons behind the Grand Final not shifting times and should teams try to tag Daicos? All that and more picked apart by Corbin and Bob to save you watching hours of TV - it's a good deal.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

The team dives into Tristan Xerri’s three-week ban for serious misconduct, too harsh or just right? Former Carlton skipper Marc Murphy joins us to reflect on the Blues’ crushing defeat at the hands of Melbourne, what went so wrong? They also discuss the AFL’s decision to keep the grand final out of the twilight slot for now and how are we still having jumper clash problems in 2026.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

What punishment will North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri face for his bizarre blood wiping incident against Essendon? The Roos big man has been sent straight to the tribunal. Meanwhile, the Blues blow another half time lead, how do they arrest this pattern? And the AFL has announced the Grand Final start time for the next two years... will that appease the fans?

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Luke Ball and Adam Ramanauskas, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 3. 

Today, Collingwood Coach Craig McRae joins us after the Magpies returned to the winners list, with the latest on Scott Pendlebury's injury and what it means for the games record holder in waiting, Darcy Moore's injury and the constant chatter linking Nick Daicos to Tasmania.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Yet another contentious call has gone against Adelaide, as Geelong make it 15 wins in a row against the Crows at Kardinia Park. Brett Deledio joins Corbin and Ben in the commentary box post-match to unpack the decision and discuss just how heavy the rain actually was.

Brad Scott also delivered a very strong press conference last week calling out certain players however when the teams were announced today, he didn’t swing the axe. The boys discuss where to next for the Bombers, preview every game across the weekend, and give their SuperDog picks.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Good news if you don't have time to watch all the Monday footy shows - Corbin & Bob Murphy do and a twilight Grand Final leads the chat.

Will we feel robbed when it's introduced and realise we've been missing out, was Patrick Voss' head rub psychological chess or bite size humiliation, do we need more data or are hamstrings in serious danger and is the Zak Butters story going to be the most "dull" circular conversation for the next four months?

Plus, please also enjoy an extra giddy Bob with the Bulldogs sitting top of the table and the maverick spirit of Beveridge living strong.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

Brad Scott’s honest assessment of the Essendon’s poor performance continues to add to the misery of fans, how can the club turn their fortunes around? We unpack Patrick Voss’ controversial taunting, does the league need to crack down harder on this behaviour, and what’s the right approach to discipline in modern footy? And can someone please explain why there are so many hamstring injuries so early in the season?

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

After Port’s comprehensive win over Essendon, Zak Butters didn’t mince words, declaring ‘I think you're stupid if you don't want to win premierships’ but is it too early in the year to be talking about his October free agency? Meanwhile, Daniel Harford weighed in on Patrick Voss’s behaviour, reflecting on a costly action that led to Voss copping a $1,500 fine for taunting. And should the AFL ditch the clock to bring back old-school suspense? 

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 2. 

Today, Western Bulldogs star Oskar Baker joins us after his 3 goal match winning performance against the Adelaide Crows, and Richmond Coach Adem Yze gives us the latest in the lead up to the Tigers clash with the Gold Coast at the MCG. 

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport 

There were 13 lead changes but Sydney struggled without Gulden and Heeney and the Hawks powered away in the final quarter to make it two in a row. Brett Deledio joins Corbin and Ben in the the commentary box post-match to unpack Gunston's incredible form and why McCartin and Curnow were shown up.

Plus have the Western Bulldogs gained most from the rule changes, who is to blame for the scrutiny of Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera and should we consider price tags when assessing the stars of the competition. The boys also preview every game across the weekend and lament a seven match round with byes already halting momentum.

ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.

For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport