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Are the Maroons playing ducks and drakes with their team list ahead of the must-win Origin clash in Perth? And with all the focus on Daly Cherry-Evans' axing, were the Blues disloyal to his Manly teammate Jake Trbojevic? Plus, Knights coach Adam O'Brien could face a hostile reception from his own fans and signing news from the Tigers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mal Meninga eyes Payne Haas and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui for Perth Bears. With Daly Cherry-Evans set to be dumped, who takes over as Queensland captain? The secret meeting that could end Kalyn Ponga's Maroons career See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has loyalty been thrown out the window in Blues selection? Can the Burton–Galvin combo actually deliver under pressure? And is this finally Jarome Luai's moment to step up and lead? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

QLD prepare to target Leniu after JT spray. Is Galvin heading to the Bulldogs — and does that mean Reed Mahoney’s on the move? Plus, Turbo’s got a point to prove against the Eels after his Origin snub. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also in this episode: Why Meninga and Burgess are the perfect pair to coach the Perth Bears “You can’t leave him out” — Is Zac Lomax ready for Origin? The wildest player agent requests ever — including 400 tickets, angry mums, and one very specific jersey number See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parramatta have more player changes to come, Tyson doesn't believe one Penrith win means they're back and Dave wonders where the Bears will find a team. Will Des Hasler remain as Titan's coach given their Top 8 clause? Has the game passed him by? Plus their salary cap is an absolute mess. Another flop recruitment from the Roosters with Dom Young out the door. Origin is two weeks away. What's the b...

Adam Mobbs, David Riccio, and Michael Carayannis explain why the NRL fixture needs fixing, look at the teams (and officiating) under the microscope at Magic Round, and debate who should be the Blues' fullback. Plus, find out Mick's unexpected passion! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is already a coach's future under the spotlight, with the pressure on Cowboys mentor Todd Payten. Adam Mobbs, Brent Read, and David Riccio also look at player signing news, preview the Bulldogs-Eels clash, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brent Read and Michael Carayannis join Dave Riccio to break apart Dylan Brown's 10-year, $13 million deal with the Knights. They also run their rule over the best from Round 1, and who might loom as contenders and pretenders this season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of the Daily Telegraph NRL Podcast, David Riccio sits down with four-time premiership winner and Panthers coach Ivan Cleary.  They talk about aspects of his life, how he celebrated the Panthers win, his struggles with mental health, and looking forward to what's in store with the Panthers next season. Check out Ivan's new book Not Everything Counts but Everything Matters in...

Parramatta have given Clint Gutherson permission to talk to rival clubs. What does it mean for his playing future? The guys also do a grand final wash-up, talk about the latest international news ahead of the end-of-season Tests, and answer your questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening.  Follow us on socials for more content:  Instagr...

Buzz, Mick, Dave and Mobbsy reveal the Dally M stories that are not fit for print: best on ground, awkward moments and last man standing. They break down the award winners, reveal the strengths and weaknesses of the Storm and Panthers ahead of the grand final, give their predictions, and Buzz reveals his summer plans. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you...

Then there were two - Melbourne and Penrith. Brent Read, Pamela Whaley and Fatima Kdouh unpack a massive weekend of preliminary finals and dissect where the grand final will be won. Will Nelson Asofa-Solomona be rubbed out of Melbourne's biggest game of the year? Jahrome Hughes is the hot favourite for the Dally M Award but he has taken over from Penrith Nathan Cleary as the best player in the gam...

There's been a four-man breakaway this week with Dave, Ready, Mick and Mobbsy drop in, at Buzz's expense, for the preliminary final podcast. They break the news on the shocks and snubs in the Kangaroos' preliminary squad for the Pacific Championships as the Kalyn Ponga withdrawal storm drags on. They discuss what's next for Josh Addo-Carr and where he could land, preview the massive Storm v Rooste...

Cronulla have the finals monkey off their backs but do Craig Fitzgibbon's men have another gear to take down a ruthless Penrith Panthers in the preliminary final? Brent Read, Fatima Kdouh and Russell Jackson also delve into the Roosters' resurgence and whether the side has the firepower to overcome a shocking record against Melbourne. The crew also rate how the Sea Eagles and Cowboys fared in 2024...

Will Nicho Hynes stand up? Will Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and the departing stars lift the Roosters? Can Tom Trbojevic's shoulder hold up? Buzz, Mick and Mobbsy give their take on week two of the finals, discuss Josh Schuster's Souths move, Jason Ryles' big calls at Parramatta and the NRL's controversial referee rankings. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever y...

Goodbye Bulldogs and Knights. Week one of the NRL finals is done and dusted and there’s plenty left to dissect. Brent Read, Fatima Kdouh and Pamela Whaley take a look at the fallout of all four games including selection calls left to be made, the premiership chances of the six teams and why you can never count out a champion. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wher...

It's finals time and Buzz announces his four-man finals podcast team with a surprise omission. The guys discuss Nathan Cleary's return and his shoulder injury, as Mick reveals a bizarre shower mishap behind his own dislocated shoulder. They preview all four finals, discuss Spencer Leniu's Penrith return, Newcastle's roster juggling, the impact of Josh Addo-Carr's loss to Canterbury and the Sharks'...

It's here! The business end of the season has arrived and there's plenty to discuss. Heading into a huge week for the top eight, the premiership race is wide open, while at the other end of the ladder the reviews and rebuilds have kicked off. Brent Read, Pamela Whaley and Tyson Jackson dissect the last round of the NRL season, as well as the injuries and storylines that will make up week one of th...

Michael Carayannis, David Riccio and Brent Read take a look at the Latrell Mitchell situation. The trio preview the top eight blockbuster and the spoon bowl. They look at the Sharks, Dragons and the Roosters plus who the Tigers might sign. They also answer your questions.  If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening.  Follow us on socials for more...

The Roosters' title hopes are in disarray after a string of serious injuries, one which lead coach Trent Robinson to launch a stinging rebuke of Canberra skipper Elliott Whitehead. Brent Read, Fatima Kdouh and Pamela Whaley discuss whether Robinson went too far and how the Roosters will replace Sam Walker, Brandon Smith and Victor Radley. Plus the crew predicted who would seal the final top eight...

Police fining Bulldogs fans, the NRL and Souths punishing Latrell Mitchell and player movement heating up... It's all happening a week out from finals as Buzz, Mobbsy and Dave Riccio deliver the breaking news. Buzz takes issue with the Storm resting players, and breaks down what it means for the Cowboys, Broncos and Sea Eagles. They reveal some secret Storm and Sharks player policies and Buzz decl...

Five sides are vying for the final spot in the top eight as the race to September heats up. Readman, Fatima and Tyson give their predictions on who will sneak home to round out the eight. The crew also delve into the top four an Penrith's late season slide, as well as the latest sin binning and bunker drama over head high tackles If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button...

Ron Coote is rugby league’s 14th Immortal, so what does that mean for the next inductees? Mobbsy, Readman and Mick discuss whether the NRL needs a cut-off point and move onto the next generation of Immortal candidates. They preview this weekend’s blockbusters, Ready makes a bold prediction and they do a deep dive into a host of listener questions.  If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow o...

Fresh from Paris, Brent Read joins Adam Mobbs and Fatima Kdouh to discuss the Tigers' struggle to retain Lachlan Galvin on the back of their win over the Rabbitohs. They look at Penrith's challenge to ice games without Nathan Cleary, the proposed 100m race following Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's chase down of Josh Addo-Carr, whether the Dragons can hold onto eighth place and more. If you're enjoying this...