Wests Tigers Podcast

It's not easy being green, well, we reckon sometimes it's harder being our famous colours!

The Wests Tigers slumped to a third straight loss at the weekend, this time outclassed by Manly in Magic Round by 46-18.

In a team full of guys that try hard, but just don't have the size, speed, and class of the guys they are deputising for, Manly probably outplayed the Tigers in every aspect. 

On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel, Declan, and Josh put the game under the microscope.

Some of the main talking points across this edition of the podcast also include:

• Does Jarome Luai deserve some of the harsh criticism he's been copping?
• Madden injured? Who comes into the halves?
• Herbert suspended, who plays centre?
• How much did we miss Alex Twal?
• Are there any other fullback options other than Mason?
• Do we now go to market for a centre with Taylan May gone for the year?

Of course, we also share our own 'One Word' submissions, and all those received from members of the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum.

Keep your chin up, Wests Tigers fans, we get a much-needed week off and have some classy players on the cusp of an NRL return.

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Thanks for finding the latest edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast! This time, Nick and Joel are joined by Jordan, who returns from the wilderness just in time to unpack the brutal Storm loss… but there’s finally some HUGE contract news to celebrate.

Winger Sunia Turuva has extended his stay with the club until 2030. We discuss just how much of a recruitment win this is for the club. Yes, that now famous twerk also gets a mention!

We also dive into other red-hot Wests Tigers topics, including:

• Why the Fainu brothers MUST be locked down long term
• The impact of losing Samuela until Round 22
• NSW Cup & Jersey Flegg smashing Melbourne
• Logan Brookes, Javon Andrews & Ethan Roberts watch
• Buy, Sell, Hold
• Nathan Cleary to the Tigers in 2028?! 
• The ladder is tightening up before the bye
• Magic Round preview vs Manly at Suncorp

Plus score predictions, how the Tigers can win, and whether this side can stop the slide before it becomes a problem. Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and everywhere else podcasts can be found.

We hope you enjoy this big mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, brought to you by the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum!

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Well, it happened again. Wests Tigers managed to help a struggling rival find some form, and in the meantime, our promising start to the season is starting to look shaky. Sure, we're missing some of our best players, but are we on that traditional slip 'N' slide down the ladder to our customary "also ran" level?

On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel, Nick, and Josh take a look at whether the two heavy losses in the last two weeks spell the end, or is this just a dip before a major correction?

There's a review of the Wests Tigers' performance against the Storm, including a small handful of positives and passmarks from the game.

Some players, though, despite probably trying hard, come in for a bit of scrutiny. As does the referee, who we believe had a particularly poor performance on Sunday afternoon.

Then there's a little bit of a look ahead at the possible line-up for this weekend's Manly game. The boys look at whether Benji Marshall should opt to roll the dice and make some changes, including potentially trying to revert to some strategies that were working for us earlier in the season.

Naturally, there's also a healthy list of well-thought-out 'One Word' submissions from the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum too.

Speaking of the forum, we'd love to see you interacting and having your say there, so please feel free to join up and get involved.

It's a tough time (again) to be a Wests Tiger, but let's stick together and hope the good times return real soon.

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Nick does his best to turn his frown upside down! On episode 462 of the Wests Tigers Podcast, we cover one of the biggest news story weeks the club has had in a long time… and there’s plenty to unpack.

We kick things off by welcoming Joel, Josh & Aaron before diving straight into the big one - Jahream Bula commits until 2030. What it means for the future of the club, and why this deal feels different.What a roller coaster of emotions it has been for Wests Tigers fans in recent weeks!

We also give credit where it’s due after a strong response from the club following the Luai-to-Chiefs news — is this a sign things are finally shifting behind the scenes?

Then it’s all about the next generation. The Fainu brothers are front and centre with reports that the club is working to lock them all in long-term. Is this the foundation we’ve been waiting for?

Of course… it wouldn’t be a Tigers season without an injury crisis! We break down the latest hits, what it means for the run ahead, and how the team can survive the next month.

Plus: “50 is the new 30” — are blowout scores just the new normal? Buy, Sell, Hold (Leniu, Api, Top 8 hopes).

Are the Tigers starting to slide? Let’s look at the ladder… And a HUGE match preview as we head into a clash where the odds don’t quite make sense.

This one’s honest, passionate, and packed with debate. Listen now and join the conversation.

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Wests Tigers' 2026 season is at a key juncture. Are we slip-slidin' down the ladder, or was Sunday afternoon a bump in the road? Succumbing 52-10 against a Sharks team that has been struggling for form, Wests Tigers fans have every right to feel dejected.

But, with several key men out, or failing even to finish that game through injury, are things as bad as they seem? Was it a true reflection of our team? 

On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel, Josh, and Nick try to find some answers from a very lamentable afternoon in the shire.

Some of the main talking points include the numerous errors, the poor defensive reads, and the Wests Tigers' lack of physical presence and creative flair. Of course, the question is also asked - how much did the Luai contract talk last week take effect?

Can some positional changes this week get us back on track? Is it time to call on some talented youngsters? Will Benji Marshall be conservative with the side he names to take on the Storm?

We try to look at some options to get our side up again.

There's also discussion about the future of Jeral Skelton with talk he might be getting off the bus soon and joining the Eels.

Watch or listen to this edition of the podcast for an interesting array of 'One Word' submissions from the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum as well.

We're all feeling it, Wests Tigers fans, but let's try and keep our chin up and give the struggling Storm a real game on Sunday afternoon! 

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Yes, it's a bit disappointing, but surely freeing up a heap of cap space can only be good news for Wests Tigers? That's the basic position we tend to agree upon on this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, following the news that Jarome Luai would link with PNG in 2028.

With Nick in the host's seat, Joel, Josh, and guest panelist Aaron discuss all the many factors surrounding the exit of one of our skippers at the end of next season. And there's a prediction that another Wests Tigers player may head to the new team, and that isn't Sunia Turuva.

Have an opinion on the Luai situation? Be sure to have your say either in the comments or on the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum. Also on this edition of the podcast, we talk about the Sharks' game this Sunday at Cronulla.

Overall, we've had a pretty good run against Cronulla, but in recent seasons, they've been up, and we've been down. So what can we expect on Sunday afternoon? Especially with our boys missing some key players.

Check out our thoughts on where the game will be won and lost, and catch our fearless (mostly optimistic) predictions. It's been a difficult week to be a Wests Tigers fan, but regardless, we hope you enjoy this big mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast.

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The Wests Tigers racked up their fifth win of the season on Thursday night, beating the Raiders 33-14 in front of just over 17,000 fans. In what was another memorable game for the club, the Tigers didn't concede a point with all thirteen men on the field, only a sin-bin to Api Koroisau gave Canberra a chance.

On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel, Jordan, and Declan are joined by Mac from the Wests Tigers Faithful podcast to discuss the big win.

But, there's also some breaking news that dominates the conversation - the potential loss of Jarome Luai to the new PNG franchise in 2028. Our skipper has visited the new team's facilities, and he could be making a big decision in the coming days.

Is this a tragedy for Wests Tigers? Or, could it actually be a blessing? Both sides of the argument are put forward in our discussions about this still-developing story. As always, be sure to have your say on this hot topic on the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum.

Naturally, there's plenty of discussion about the game against the Raiders, including the impressive goal-line defence shown by our boys (well, when we had 13 on 13!). Api's potential suspension also falls under the microscope with Mac predicting Benji Marshall might spring a surprise move if he isn't available against the Sharks.

We also talk fullback, if Jahream Bula isn't right to go this week. And Joel decides to do something both careless and reckless, tune in or download to find out more.

We hope you enjoy this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast. If you're catching the pod on YouTube, we'd really love it if you could hit 'Subscribe'!

Catch you mid-week, looking forward to the big Sunday afternoon clash with the gummy Sharks.

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We are back for another mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast! Nick is joined by Joel, Josh, Jordan, and special guest Justin (a Raiders man) to break down everything ahead of the Wests Tigers v Raiders at Leichhardt Oval on Thursday night.

We kick things off with some classic clashes between the two sides:

• The freezing 2000 snow game in Canberra
• The 2010 finals thriller (yes… that Croker miss!)
• The brutal 56-10 loss at Leichhardt in 2022 

Plus, the incredible Benji-era winning streak over the Raiders. We also take a quick look at the ladder with the Tigers flying in 3rd, while the Raiders sit back in 13th. Game preview time: Head-to-head history, Recent form (Raiders building, Tigers bouncing back?), Team list changes and score predictions from the boys.

We also dive into a post from League Eye Test highlighting some key stats the Tigers are dominating right now — and how we stack up against the competition. All wrapped up and ready for a big clash this week!

Tune in now and don't forget to join the Wests Tigers discussion on the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum!

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It was a huge night at Campbelltown Stadium with a sell-out crowd desperately trying to get Wests Tigers across the line. But, with a fourth straight win on the line, Wests Tigers couldn't get the job done against an injury-ravaged Brisbane Broncos, going down 21-20.

On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel, Nick, and Josh pull apart the good, the bad, and the ugly from the Tigers' performance.

Some of the main talking points include:

• Should Samuela Fainu be considered for NSW Origin selection?
• Should Heamasi Makasini be dropped to regain some confidence?
• What to do with the Wests Tigers halves?
• How Wests Tigers won on the stats sheet, but not on the scoreboard.
• How and why the team struggled just before halftime.

Naturally, there are many 'One Word' submissions from the members of the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum. Thank you to everyone who left theirs again. Also, the Richo Meter comes out, and the boys try to answer the question - did the Wests Tigers players start getting a little overconfident before this game?
And, is it a good thing we have only a short turnaround before our next game?

All that, and a whole lot more on this latest edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast!

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Episode 456 of the Wests Tigers Podcast is ready to go! Nick Hayes is in the hosting seat alongside Jordan and Josh to break down a massive Sunday afternoon at Campbelltown, where the Tigers delivered a statement win over the Knights. We debut TWO brand new segments this week:

• Did You Know / Nick’s Fun Facts — including some eye-opening stats about where this season is already tracking compared to recent years.
• The Month Ahead / Dare to Dream — with a look at a huge 4-game stretch that could define the season.

We also take a trip down memory lane, reliving some classic Tigers v Broncos clashes — from the 24-all draw in 2000 to the unforgettable 48-0 demolition in 2020. Then it’s all eyes on Saturday night at Campbelltown: Can the Tigers keep the momentum rolling against a Broncos side missing key stars but welcoming back Adam Reynolds? We also cover: Team changes, including the return of Taylan May and Jarome Luai.

• Key selection calls (Herbert, Makasini, Samuela, & Jock at 14).
• What the Broncos outs mean for this matchup.
• Conditions set for a fast, dry track under the lights.

Plus our score predictions and full match preview to wrap it all up. Don’t miss it — plenty of reasons to dare to dream this week.

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