The AFL Preliminary Finals are here! In Episode 47 of Rip Through It, Robbo & Matho break down VIC vs WA State of Origin talk, debate if players should have to see out long-term deals, and reveal their Muscle Chef Stronger Player of the Week.

We dive into massive Prelim Previews, Cats vs Hawks and Pies vs Lions, with stats, storylines, and bold predictions on who’s booking a spot in the 2025 Grand Final.

The boys break down a massive AFL Semi-Finals week! Joe asks who pulls the biggest crowd at the ‘G, we dive into Dunkley’s record 18 tackles, Hawks sending the minor premiers packing, and Brisbane smashing the Suns in the biggest QClash ever. Plus all the key stats, moments, and what it means heading into prelims.

Finals Week 2 is here. We test each other on OG Suns players, debate the new last touch rule, and unpack the AFL’s record membership numbers. Then it’s all about Crows v Hawks and Lions v Suns - the matchups, the key players, and Robbo’s plan for Brisbane without Lachie Neale.

Week 1 of AFL Finals delivered chaos! Suns break through in their first ever finals, Pies stun the Crows, Cats dismantle the Lions, and the Hawks hold off GWS. Plus, our Hahn “Hold My Beer” moment goes to Swallow’s fairytale match-winner after 248 games.

Jake “The Package” Stringer joins us for a raw chat on his AFL journey, from the highs of a 2016 premiership and 2015 All-Australian season, to Essendon pressure, off-field scrutiny, and a fresh start at GWS. He opens up on the nickname, fatherhood, and what drives him heading into another finals run.

It's officially been one year of Rip Through It and what better way to celebrate than with the first week of AFL Finals! The boys are back and fired up as we break down all four mouth-watering matchups:

• Adelaide vs Collingwood: Minor premiers vs early dominators – can the red-hot Crows break through again?

• Geelong vs Brisbane: A modern-day rivalry returns to the MCG, with the Lions aiming to prove their flag defence is no fluke.

• GWS vs Hawks: Tight history, big names, and a serious midfield battle brewing.

• Freo vs Suns: The Suns' first-ever finals, but can they handle the heat against a gritty Freo?

Plus:

• The shocking lack of Victorian teams – is it a crisis or a refreshing change?

• Secret Agent trade whispers: Jack Silvagni's next move, Buku Khamis interest & more

• We call up Dave Hughes for a injury update

And of course, we take a swing at the media's most annoying clichés (yes, we’re looking at you “MCG hoodoo”).

🎧 Timestamps0:00 Intro 2:25 Legends Game chat
4:53 Dave Hughes Chat
12:40 Who's playing finals for dumb dumbs
16:00 Don’t say that to me segment
17:59 Secret Agent chat
19:07 Jack Silvagni
19:47 Buku
22:18 Blake Acres
23:32 Elijah Hollands
24:02 Malcolm Rosas
24:46 Luke Breust to weigh up North offer
25:45 Kamdyn McIntosh
26:22 Robbie Fox
26:50 Buckley Dees job if he wants it
30:25 Adelaide vs Magpies Preview
37:03 Cats vs Lions Preview
44:20 GWS vs Hawks Preview
47:47 Freo vs Suns Preview
51:17 QUICK TIPS!

What a massive few days for footy! We wrap up all the big AFL awards – from the All-Australian team reveal and individual medals, to the Legends Game that had fans buzzing. Big names, huge honours, and plenty of talking points you won’t want to miss.

We go head first with Sydney Swans superstar Isaac Heeney in one of our biggest chats yet. From the Swans Academy draft drama and debut fireworks, to Grand Final heartbreaks, a monster $1M a year offer from North Melbourne, and his career-best 2022 and 2024 seasons.

Heeney opens up on bouncing back from losses, life as Sydney’s poster boy, and what Buddy’s 1000th goal was really like in our new 5th Quarter segment (thanks to Hahn SuperDry). With 225 games and nearly 300 goals, Heeney has cemented himself as an AFL A-Grader — and this is his story.

The last stop before finals and it’s WIN or GO HOME. Robbo & Matho unpack:

• Rankine’s 4-week ban and what it means for Adelaide.

• Joe asks: does finishing top 4 really matter?

• Trade season predictions – who’s the biggest name on the move?

• 3 blockbuster games: Bulldogs v Freo, Lions v Hawks (Zorko’s 300th!), and Pies v Demons.

• Finals energy, quick tips, and a few rogue hot takes.

The finals race is on a knife’s edge, don’t miss this one.

Round 23 had it all – Sheezel equals the AFL disposals record, Zorko celebrates 300 in style, and the Crows shock the Pies to keep finals chaos alive. Robbo & Matho break down all the big results, standout players, and what it means for the top 8.