The Cast Patrol

Can the Eels take a step forward in 2026, or does their season still live and die with Mitchell Moses? With a new halves pairing taking shape, Parramatta face big questions around identity, consistency and style of play.

We break down whether new signing Jonah Pezet can be the much needed answer at five-eighth alongside Moses, how the Eels can establish a clear Parramatta DNA and what their brutal early-season draw means as they face three of the four NRL favourites to start the year.

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00:00 Intro

00:32 Most Exciting Team This Season?

04:41 Moses Or Bust?

05:50 Where Will They Finish This Season?

08:36 Players In Spotlight

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Can the Cowboys finally find consistency in 2026 and push back into the top 8? After another up and down season, the spotlight is firmly on North Queensland to turn potential into results.

We break down the new centre pairing, ongoing defensive issues, and the biggest question hanging over the Cowboys, can they deliver full 80-minute performances on a weekly basis? 

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00:00 Intro

00:43 What Do They Need To Improve This Season?

03:15 Who Starts In The Halves?

04:14 2026 Ins & Outs

06:10 Where Will They Finish?

08:12 Players In Spotlight

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What does the Manly Sea Eagles’ 2026 season really hinge on? After losing more than 1200 games of NRL experience, including long-time skipper Daly Cherry-Evans, there’s a new look and plenty of questions at Brookvale.

We break down whether Manly’s season still lives and dies by Tom Trbojevic, or if new signing Jamal Fogarty can steady the ship and guide them back into the top 8. We assess how the squad shapes up after the departures, where the depth is tested and which players are under the most pressure.

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00:00 Intro

00:24 Where Will They Finish?

02:02 2026 Losses

04:31 Player In Spotlight

08:16 Are They A Top 8 Team?

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Do the Dragons have what it takes to push back into the top 8 in 2026? After another inconsistent season, the pressure is on for the Dragons to turn potential into results.

We break down the new halves pairing, who the Dragons’ most important player will be and how they can unlock an attack with Daniel Atkinson that has struggled for consistency. We assess their projected Round 1 lineup, highlight the players under the most pressure, and identify which positions are still up for grabs.

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00:00 Intro

00:22 Where Will They Finish?

01:12 New Halves Pairing

02:12 Spots Up For Grabs

06:00 Player In Spotlight

07:27 How Do They Become A Top 8 Side?

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Can the Brisbane Broncos go back to back in 2026? After a premiership-winning season, the pressure is on to prove it wasn’t a one-off.

We break down whether Reece Walsh and Payne Haas can reach another level after career-best years, and which players are under the most pressure heading into the season. We spotlight the key Broncos to watch, assess their projected Round 1 lineup, and identify the positions still up for grabs.

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00:00 Intro

00:46 The Million Dollar Question

02:26 Positions Up For Grabs

03:14 Player In Spotlight

06:13 Where Will They Finish?

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R360 is in chaos. The “global rugby revolution” has been postponed until 2028, leaving NRL stars like Zac Lomax and Ryan Papenhuyzen stranded without contracts.

We unpack how a billion-dollar competition promising world tours and massive paydays delayed before a single game was played. Will the NRL welcome the rebels back? Or is R360 officially dead before it even began?

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00:00 Intro

00:30 What is R360?

01:00 Rugby Union World Cup 2027 Problem

01:45 How Many Players Already Signed to R360?

02:25 What Does This Mean for The NRL?

03:06 Zac Lomax Left Stranded?

04:15 Ryan Papenhuyzen Return To NRL?

06:15 NRL Get the Last Laugh

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Get ready for the race that stops the nation! In our 2025 Melbourne Cup Preview, we go through all the top contenders with form analysis, key stats, jockey changes, and the latest betting odds. In this bite-sized preview, we share our best tips, value plays and trifecta numbers you need to know before placing your bets.

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0:00 Intro

1:55 Melbourne Cup Stats & Trends 

3:53 Half Yours 

6:28 Valiant King 

8:13 Al Riffa

10:29 Presage Nocturne

12:23 Buckaroo

15:42 Meydaan 

17:35 River of Stars

20:00 Onesmoothoperator 

21:53 Flatten The Curve

23:52 Further

25:23 Absurde

27:31 Winner & Tips 

29:29 Boxed Trifecta Play

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The Ashes Series is here, with Australia set to face England at Wembley. We give our early thoughts on the Kangaroos' line-up — the stars returning, the new faces debuting, and what to expect from the first test.

We also review Round 1 of the Pacific Championships, as the Kiwis outlasted Samoa in a finals-like clash and Fiji proved too strong for the Cook Islands. Then we preview Round 2, where Tonga finally enter the mix for the first time this year.

To round things out, we recap all the latest from the Spring Racing Carnival, including our takeaways from The Everest and Caulfield Cup, plus a bite-sized Cox Plate preview with early tips and betting angles.

Another packed episode covering all things Rugby League and Racing, proudly brought to you by Unibet.

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00:00 Intro 

00:50 Pacific Championship Round 1 Review 

06:03 Pezet Signs

08:20 Everest Takeaways 

09:56 Sign Up To Unibet 

11:38 Cox Plate Preview 

13:28 Caulfield Cup Review 

16:29 Ashes Game 1 Preview 

20:21 Pacific Championships Round 2 Preview

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It’s the biggest weekend in Australian horse racing with The Everest and the Caulfield Cup. Proudly sponsored by Unibet, we break down both Group 1 races with our bite-sized preview, betting tips and best plays.

Will Ka Ying Rising, the Hong Kong superstar, prove why it’s the favourite and justify the hype in The Everest 2025? Or will Jolliestar or Jimmysstar spoil the party?

We switch focus to the Caulfield Cup, diving into the formlines, international raiders and whether Half Yours deserves to be the top pick heading toward the Melbourne Cup. We cover the key markets, best odds and our top betting selections to get you set for a massive Spring Carnival weekend. All thanks to Unibet, your home for racing this Spring.

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00:00 Intro 

00:45 Sign Up To Unibet Vault 

01:39 Everest Barrier Draw 

03:50 Ka Ying Rising Red Hot Favourite

06:00 Betting Strategy 

13:34 Caulfield Cup Preview 

13:38 Does Half Yours Deserve Favouritism? 

14:50 International Raiders in the Caufield Cup

16:47 Betting Strategy

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The 2025 NRL Grand Final is in the books and the Broncos are champions after breaking a 19-year drought. We review Brisbane’s victory over Melbourne, where Reece Walsh delivered a Grand Final masterclass with 1 try, 3 assists and a Clive Churchill Medal performance.

We look into how Michael Maguire has now broken premiership droughts at multiple clubs and cemented his legacy as one of the NRL’s elite coaches. Meanwhile, the Storm suffer back-to-back Grand Final heartbreaks after leading by 10 at half-time. What went wrong and can they bounce back in 2026?

A massive thank you to all our listeners, followers and supporters for tuning in throughout the 2025 NRL season. See you again for season 2026!

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00:00 Intro 

02:06 Broncos 2nd Half Juggernauts 

02:36 Madge The Drought Breaker 

04:24 Play By Play Review

11:07 Shibasaki’s Redemption Story 

12:32 QLD Teams Dominate

13:40 Play By Play Review Part 2 

20:41 Best Individual Grand Final Performance?

22:25 Sign Up To Unibet 

24:09 Grand Final Predictions Review 

28:02 Grand Final Team Of The Week 

34:20 Australian Ashes Squad Announced

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