League Express Podcast

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rugby League pundit Jason Costigan to discuss all the biggest talking points from Magic Weekend, the upcoming State of Origin decider, and the ongoing negotiations between the NRL and Super League. Costo shares his thoughts on the future of the game, including what Peter V'landys sho...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the major talking points from another action-packed weekend of Super League. The pair react to Leeds Rhinos’ dominant victory over Hull KR, assess Warrington Wolves’ narrow win over Catalans Dragons, and the York Knights bouncing back with an impressive victory over Castleford Tigers. Looki...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the major talking points from a busy weekend of Rugby League action across Super League and the NRL. The pair react to Leeds Rhinos’ victory over Warrington Wolves, a result that sees Leeds move to the top of the Super League table. They also break down Queensland’s victory over New South W...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the major talking points from a busy weekend of Rugby League action across Super League and beyond. The pair react to Josh Charnley overtaking Ryan Hall on the all-time try-scoring list, and debate who will finish the season on top. They also discuss Leeds Rhinos holding off a late Toulouse...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the major talking points from a busy weekend of Rugby League action across Super League and beyond. The pair react to Super League’s return to Paris, as the Wigan Warriors took on the Catalans Dragons, and analyse what the event means for the game’s growth in France. They also break down Wa...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan pay tribute to BBC Pundit, Legendary Coach and League Express Podcast regular John Kear.  They breakdown the Wigan Warriors winning their 22nd Challenge Cup, following a dominant 40-10 victory over Hull KR at Wembley. They discuss the standout performers from the final, including Jack Farrimond’s caree...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the major talking points across Rugby League, beginning with the tragic news that Jai Arrow has been forced into medical retirement following an MND diagnosis. They also react to including Brodie Croft signing with the Warrington Wolves and John Cartwright being appointed as the new head co...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the action from the Challenge Cup Semi Finals, including Wigan Warriors’ huge victory over St Helens and Hull KR’s convincing win against Warrington Wolves. They discuss whether Wigan have silenced their critics after their dominant performance, and ask the big question — can anyone stop...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the latest action from Super League and the NRL, analysing the biggest talking points across both competitions. They debate which Albert Goldthorpe Medal contenders they most enjoy watching, before turning their attention to the Leeds Rhinos and the continued evolution of Jake Connor. The p...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the action from the Super League weekend and the NRL’s Anzac Round, analysing the standout performances and biggest talking points from both competitions. They also discuss a key question for the international game — who will captain England at the World Cup if George Williams is unavail...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the latest Super League action from the weekend. They also dive into the ongoing NRL and Super League negotiations, reacting to NRL CEO Andrew Abdo’s recent media appearances, and debate whether both competitions are keeping their cards close to their chest. The pair discuss whether a de...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the action from the Challenge Cup Quarter Finals, including the major controversy from the clash between Wigan Warriors and Wakefield Trinity. They discuss Jazz Tevaga’s kicking incident and subsequent suspension, debate whether Wigan should challenge Harry Smith’s ban for pushing an inj...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the action from the Easter derby clashes, analysing the standout performances and debating which fixture delivered the most excitement. They also discuss the ongoing drama at Hull FC , following the news that Head Coach John Cartwright will depart at the end of the season , and react to...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former Rugby League coach and BBC pundit John Kear to break down all the latest Super League news and action . The trio discuss the major story of the week — Willie Peters signing on as the inaugural PNG Chiefs head coach — and what it means for Hull KR moving forward. They debate whethe...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan tackle some of the biggest issues in Rugby League , starting with the situation at Huddersfield Giants . They discuss who should replace Luke Robinson as head coach , what has gone wrong at the club this season, and what needs to change moving forward. Martyn also outlines what he believes should be t...

🎙️ League Express Podcast | Challenge Cup Review, NRL Debate & Super League Issues In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the action from the latest Challenge Cup fixtures , analysing the key moments and standout performances from the weekend. They also discuss this week’s League Express readers poll , which asks fans wh...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the action from Super League Round 4 and the NRL’s opening round , analysing the biggest results, standout performances and talking points from both competitions. The pair also discuss the growing conversation around a future agreement between the NRL and Super League , including what f...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the action from the NRL x Super League Las Vegas event. They discuss whether the crowd of just over 45,000 was a success, whether the games are drawing in American audiences, and what can be done to improve the event next year. They also celebrate the Halifax Panthers' return to the...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan review the historic World Club Challenge, where Hull Kingston Rovers defeated the Brisbane Broncos.  Martyn shares his thoughts on the atmosphere at the ground, the officiating and how this World Club Challenge compares to past editions. They also discuss the Brisbane Broncos' performance once and...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan preview Round One of the Super League season , breaking down the key match-ups and early storylines as the campaign gets underway. The conversation then turns to the RFL’s strategic review , with Martyn and Jake analysing what it could mean for the future direction of the game. They also discuss specu...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC pundit and former Super League coach John Kear for a full 2026 Rugby League predictions special . The trio deliver their bold calls for the 2026 season , debating which club will exceed expectations , which side could struggle or disappoint , and which player is primed for a breakout...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan react to a packed weekend of Rugby League action and off-field debate . The pair review the latest Challenge Cup fixtures , breaking down the standout performances and biggest talking points. They discuss the future of international Rugby League , as Martyn and Jake debate whether NRL players leaving...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan react to Rugby League news as the Championship season gets underway . They discuss the London Broncos’ first win under new owners Darren Lockyer and Grant Wechsel , before turning their attention to the decision by the RFL to part ways with England head coach Shaun Wane . Martyn and Jake debate who sh...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by one of the greatest Rugby League players of all time, Darren Lockyer , alongside his business partner and London Broncos Owner Grant Wechsel . Now a majority owner of the London Broncos , Lockyer discusses his transition from legendary player to club owner, why he believes in the London...

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast , Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan reflect on the sad passing of League Express journalist Steve Brady , paying tribute to his contribution to Rugby League journalism and the wider game. The discussion then turns to the latest Rugby League news , including Salford Red Devils’ future in the Championship , Willie Peters being honoured at...