The Cast Patrol

Is Haas the league's top front-rower? We believe so after his dominant performance against the Cowboys. Overnight, breaking news has sent clubs into a frenzy: Cherry-Evans has announced his shocking decision to move on. Where will the star halfback land next? We review all the action from Round 3 and preview what’s to come in Round 4, offering our tips, key matchups, stats and predictions. We wrap...

Rugby league is full of surprises, as Round 2 proved with its slew of unexpected upsets. The Roosters and Raiders both turned the tables, with the Raiders particularly impressive, winning their first two games despite preseason predictions of a last-place finish by many. Amidst calls for Ponga to be named Prime Minister after his standout performance for Newcastle. Spirits are high in Tiger Town a...

The Broncos have made a strong return with Maguire at the helm of a star-studded roster putting the rest of the league on notice. Are they back to their brilliant best?  Mick and Age are all “Glory Glory" celebrating the Rabbitohs’ gutsy win over the Dolphins. Whilst Age also shares his admiration for one of the Rabbitohs' new signings. Looking ahead to Round 2 of the NRL season, we offer our...

We break down the Round 1 fixtures straight from Las Vegas. Are the Panthers set to lead the competition once more? Can Fivan Cleary’s side secure an unprecedented fifth consecutive premiership? Additionally, we analyse the Raiders' impressive performance—was it genuinely outstanding or did the Warriors just underperform? Looking ahead, we provide a comprehensive overview of the NRL's Round 1 fixt...

The wait is over! NRL kicks off this Sunday and we're previewing all the action of Round 1, live from Las Vegas. We're breaking down the matchups; Panthers vs Sharks and Raiders vs Warriors - including team changes, our tips and Jimmy's bet of the century.  We also wrap up the off-season by reviewing the pre-season trials and spotlighting players who made an impact, from Terrell "Terror"...

Is Luke Metcalf the key to taking over Shaun Johnson's number 7 jersey? We think he might just be! In this episode, we dive into the trial games and the Charity Match, celebrating our victory over Pearce & Carney to claim our first Charity Match title. The competition heats up out west too, with a tight battle for the fullback position at the Eels between Iongi and Papalii. We also spotlight t...

In the fourth instalment of our NRL 2025 Team Previews, we dive into the Eels, Roosters, Broncos, Warriors and Tigers rosters. We talk about their recent signings, evaluate their last season's performances and predict their Round 1 line-ups. We also highlight key players to watch this season and provide our predictions for their standings on the ladder by the end of the season. FREE NRL TIPS &...

In the third instalment of our NRL 2025 Team Previews, we dive into the Panthers, Sharks, Knights and Dolphins rosters. We talk about their recent signings, evaluate their last season's performances and predict their Round 1 line-ups. We also highlight key players to watch this season and provide our predictions for their standings on the ladder by the end of the season. (18+) Sign up to Dabble: h...

This week on our NRL 2025 Team Previews, we dive into the Cowboys, Storm, Bulldogs and Dragons rosters. We talk about their recent signings, evaluate their last season's performances and predict their Round 1 line-ups. We also highlight key players to watch this season and provide our predictions for their standings on the ladder by the end of the season. (18+) Sign up to Dabble: https://dabble.on...

In the first instalment of our NRL 2025 Team Previews, we preview the Rabbitohs, Raiders, Sea Eagles and Titans. We discuss their key signings, assess their previous seasons and predict their Round 1 line-ups. Additionally, we spotlight key players to watch and forecast where each team will finish on the ladder. (18+) Sign up to Dabble: https://dabble.onelink.me/cUev/dndxwvo6 Use code CASTPATROL w...

We're back from our hiatus and ready to dive into the Rugby League season with a bite-sized pre-season breakdown episode, we run through our way too early predictions and selections for the best signings shaping the upcoming season. In the latest news, we discuss Leo Thompson's backflip move to the Bulldogs and Michael Maguire's team line up shake-ups at Broncos HQ. Plus, we're excited to announce...

This week, we sit down with Bulldogs middle Max King, a key figure in their forward pack who embodies the blue and white spirit. Max shares his journey from the Gold Coast Titans, where he made his unlikely NRL debut, to playing under the legendary Craig Bellamy and alongside future immortal Cameron Smith at the Melbourne Storm. Max opens up about being handed a lifeline by the Bulldogs and witnes...

We sit down with Tyson Pedro, former UFC fighter turned professional boxer as he prepares for his boxing debut against Kris Terziecski. Tyson reveals his strategies and mindset as he enters the boxing ring for the first time and discusses the differences between MMA and boxing. Tyson also shares stories of his journey from the streets of Penrith to the global stage of the UFC. He talks about the k...

It's the final Rugby League episode of the year as we pack it up for Season 2024! We break down the latest NRL off-season signings and player movements, from key names like Clint Gutherson and Braydon Trindall, and speculate on where Ben Hunt might land—will it be the beaches of Bondi or the Gold Coast?  We recap the Pacific Championships, highlighting top performers, surprise packets and som...

Melbourne Cup 2024 Tips & Preview: Can Vauban Bounce Back?, $91 Roughie Pick & Mark Zahra 3-Peat?  Get ready for the race that stops the nation! In our 2024 Melbourne Cup preview, we break down all the top chances in the race with in-depth analysis, current odds and best form lines to follow. In this bite-sized episode, you’ll have all the details to help you bet in confidence on Melb...

This week, we sit down with Luke Metcalf, New Zealand Warriors electrifying 5/8 for a special guest episode. We dive deep into Luke's journey through the ranks of Rugby League, from his early days at Coffs Harbour to playing first grade with Cronulla Sharks. He opens up about the challenges he's faced in his career, including long-term injuries from torn ACLs, fractured legs and hamstring issues t...

In this week's episode, we spotlight the Spring Racing Carnival, focusing on the major events: The Everest and Caulfield Cup. We'll provide a detailed analysis of the top contenders, explore the speed maps and offer our horse tips to help you find a winner this weekend. Buy CAST Merch: https://thecastpatrol.com.au (18+) Sign up to Dabble: https://dabble.onelink.me/cUev/dndxwvo6 Use code CASTPATROL...

Lachlan Galvin joins us on The Cast Patrol podcast to discuss his sensational debut season with the Wests Tigers, which earned him the RLPA Rookie of the Year. He shares his journey from starting out at the renowned Westfields Sports High to breaking into first grade with the Tigers in 2024 after being released by the Eels. Looking ahead to 2025, Galvin talks about the excitement of teaming up wit...

We review of the 2024 NRL Grand Final featuring a historic win by the Penrith Panthers over the Melbourne Storm, marking their fourth consecutive Premiership. We dissect the Storm's underwhelming performance, from missing key spine players to a lacklustre showing by their forwards. We also celebrate the Panthers' continued dominance and discuss the impact of losing stars like Fisher-Harris and Lua...

After 416 NRL games since March, we've arrived at the 2024 NRL Grand Final featuring the two most dominant teams this season, the Melbourne Storm and the Penrith Panthers. In this Grand Final preview, we cover essential topics to prepare you for the season's climax, including recent head-to-head matchups, team changes and key stats. We'll spotlight the two halfbacks, Nathan Cleary and Jahrome Hugh...

Only four teams are left standing and this week's NRL preliminary finals are two great matchups. We break down the both games between the Storm vs Roosters, as well as the Panthers vs the Sharks. Can the Roosters break their losing streak against the Storm at Melbourne’s formidable home ground? And will the Panthers make their FIFTH straight Grand Final?  To wrap up the episode, we discuss th...

After dominant performances by the Storm and Panthers this weekend, has the finals series turned into a two-horse race? Can any team challenge these giants next week? In this episode, we review the first week of finals and pay tribute to some of the greatest NRL finals match-winning tries, including Koula's last-minute winner against the Bulldogs. Looking ahead, we preview the semi-finals with the...

The NRL finals have arrived, narrowing the competition from 17 teams down to the final 8. This week, we run through the upcoming finals fixtures, providing all the stats, key matchups and insights. We'll discuss which teams pose the biggest threats in the finals and which might just be filling the slots—could the Sharks be facing their seventh consecutive finals loss? Continuing with our Team of t...

The final round of the regular NRL season is here and the battle for the last top 8 spot is heating up! This week, we revisit some of the most unforgettable brain snaps in NRL history, inspired by Elliot Whitehead's recent mishap against the Roosters. We also continue our analysis for the CAST Team of the Year, focusing on the Halfback and Prop positions. Don't miss our Round 27 preview, complete...

Two rounds of the regular season remain, and fixtures this week will make or break some teams' seasons. Who will clinch that last spot in the finals? This week, we continue our CAST Team of the Year analysis, focusing on the centres and five-eighths. We provide our previews, stats and tips for the upcoming NRL round, including our Tryscorer Tryfecta and Fill Up the Fridge selections! We wrap up th...