Game of Codes

The Brendon Bolton era is over, with the embattled Blues coach shown the door on Monday - but did the club make the right call, or was it another Carlton clanger? Next up, it's all about Origin 1. We look at both sides; what the keys to the game are, how each team wins and - of course - who actually wins. Then, it's Cricket World Cup time - has a new contender emerged? Which contender is finished already? Finally, we look at the FIFA Women's World Cup and assess the Matildas chances. Matt Petherick and Daniel Jeffrey are joined by Marnie Cohen, Tim Gore, David Schout and Mike Tuckerman.

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With the Cricket World Cup beginning tonight, it's time to dive right in. Can Australia actually win it? What's the pass mark? Who are the other contenders and who are the smokeys? Next up it's over to the NRL, where we debate who's been hit hardest by Origin callups and who's gotten off lightly. Then, it's AFL where we ponder the AFL's injury lists and investigate who's been hit hardest. Finally, it's over to rugby, where we gush over retiring David Pocock's legacy. Matt Petherick and Daniel Jeffrey are joined by Glenn Mitchell, Mary Konstantopoulos, Ryan Buckland and Brett McKay.

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With State of Origin Game I teams finally named, it's time to put both sides under the microscope. Have NSW left the door open with their understrength side? Which selection 'blunder' by Kevin Walters and Queensland has our experts concerned? Next up it's cricket, where we comb over the World Cup warmup matches and find the trends you've missed. Finally, it's AFL where we discuss Gary Ablett's ban and the coaching merry-go-round. Matt Petherick and Daniel Jeffrey are joined by AJ Mithen, David Schout and Marnie Cohen.

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Today, we get stuck right into Origin selection - who are the bolters? What will the fallout from Tevita Pangai Jr.'s decision be? Then, we focus on the A-League and ask the question all football fans are asking; does the comp really need finals? Finally, it's over to the AFL where we put the microscope on whether Carlton's young list is actually improving as well as the full extent of Richmond's injury crisis. Matt Petherick and Daniel Jeffrey are joined by Mary Konstantopoulos, Matthew Galea and Stirling Coates.

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Today, we look at the glittering career of Cooper Cronk before diving straight into the selection puzzle facing New South Wales ahead of Origin. Then, we have a look at all the wash-up from Sunday night's A-League grand final - including the VAR blunder on everyone's lips. Next up it's the AFL and Tom Boyd's retirement, before we tackle the newest developments int the Israel Folau saga. Matt Petherick and Daniel Jeffrey are joined by Tim Gore, Matthew Galea, Marnie Cohen and Brett McKay.

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Today: Socceroos and Melbourne Victory legend Archie Thompson talks about where the A-League needs to improve for Australia to fall in love with it. State of Origin starts very soon, so who will make the centres and halves for New South Wales? PLUS can we figure out the AFL's top eight three weeks from now, with the season quickly approaching the halfway point. Matthew Petherick & Andrew Miller are joined by Archie Thompson, Mary Konstantopoulos & Adrian Polykandrites.

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Today, we discuss whether Magic Round will work outside rugby league heartland and why St George keep losing second halves. Then, we talk the AFL's response to Dane Rampe's controversial goalpost-climb and chat podcasting, the media and pronunciation with Dylan Buckley of the GWS Giants. Plus, does the A-League have a policing problem? Matt Petherick and Andrew Miller are joined by Dylan Buckley, Marnie Cohen, Mike Tuckerman and Joe Frost.

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Today: It's Magic Round in the NRL and we unpack some key selection decisions from the Broncos and Warriors. We also reflect on an insane week of A-League and Champions League football and discuss the AFL's biggest injuries for Round 8. Plus, what can we take away from Steve Smith and David Warner's performances in warm-up matches against New Zealand? Matthew Petherick and Andrew Miller are joined by Matthew Galea, AJ Mithen and Brett McKay.

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Today: Korbin Sims from the Dragons talks the weekend's results plus why it's unfair to compare Latrell Mitchell to Greg Inglis. Then, we discuss the might of the Roosters before dissecting a forgettable weekend for Nick Kyrgios. Plus, the future of John Longmire at the Swans, and should the AFL be harsher on fan violence? Matthew Petherick and Andrew Miller are joined by Korbin Sims, Marnie Cohen, Joe Frost and Scott Pryde.

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Today, we help Petho tip the tough round of AFL ahead and discuss the prospect of a 100-goal season for Jeremy Cameron, plus a preview of the A-League finals, Seibold and Bennett facing off in the NRL and Manly's injury crisis. Host Matthew Petherick joins Andrew Miller with Mike Tuckerman, Mary Konstantopoulos and Cameron Rose.

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