Locky and Eliot are back to talk through an eventful weekend of rugby league action as we head closer to the business end of the year.

We start with Hull KR's mission to end their St Helens hoodoo (1.22), before heading to a season-defining encounter between the Leeds Rhinos and Catalans Dragons (9.43) and then on to Salford in their own must-win game against the Huddersfield Giants (19.30).

The playoff race continues in London as they welcomed the Leigh Leopards (28.13) then its off to Castleford as they entertained Warrington (35.56) before we finish the Super League recap at Wigan for their game against Hull FC (44.36.)

Next, we discuss the Championship as Wakefield claim the League Leader's Shield and Whitehaven go through the ringer (49.32) then its off to the NRL (54.06) as Melbourne claim the Minor Premiership and it's all systems go for a superb final two weeks of the season as the boys plot what drama could unfold.

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Eliot McGuire rejoins Locky Campbell for a detailed chat as they recap all things Magic Weekend with the Super League edging ever close to the playoffs.

We start with Wigan v Saints (2.20) before moving to Leeds v Warrington (8.47) and then Leigh v Salford (15.18). There's a detailed discussion on Catalans Dragons v Hull KR (26.01) before we analyse how the RFL could keep the Broncos in the Super League following their clash with Hull FC (35.47) before we finish the SL recap on Huddersfield v Castleford Tigers (48.02).

We recap the Championship and League 1 (54.00) as Oldham secured the title of the latter competition before we head down under for the latest NRL chatter and a recap of Round 24 (56.25)

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In this bumper episode, Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire keep you up to date on all the latest from the world of rugby league.

There's a quick tribute to Leeds Rhino and rugby league hero Rob Burrow following his passing (1.00) before getting into the Super League action as Warrington and Wigan meet ahead of the Challenge Cup final (7.38) and then there's talk of them meeting in America.

The duo then discuss St Helens v Catalans (20.31), Hull KR v Leigh (27.53) and news that the Robins will play a pre-season friendly in Amsterdam (32.24). We round up SL action with Leeds v Castleford (35.46), Huddersfield v Hull (42.33) and then Salford v London (53.42).

The NRL Game of the Week is Penrith v St George (1.01.29) and then the boys talk through the news that PNG are expected to become the 18th NRL side (1.08.35).

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire catch you up on a busy weekend of rugby league news and action.

The duo start with the Super League recaps, kicking off at Warrington's encounter with the Catalans Dragons (1.28), St Helens' latest test against the Leeds Rhinos (8.37), then Salford and Wigan's contest at the Salford Community Stadium (14.28). They discuss Esan Marsters' move to Salford in 2025 and then head back to the recaps with Leigh against Huddersfield (22.55), Castleford versus Hull FC (31.00) and the news that John Cartwright is the new Hull FC boss for 2025 (37.28). The SL recaps conclude with Hull KR vs London Broncos (40.43).

It's then all eyes to State of Origin as the duo talk through the team lists for Game 1 of Queensland Maroons v New South Wales Blues (48.00) and then we finish with our NRL Game of the Week - Brisbane Broncos v Gold Coast Titans (1.01.00).

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Locky Campbell, Leonie Husselbee & Eliot McGuire talk you through the weekend's rugby league action.

Up first, its the Challenge Cup semi-finals as Wigan Warriors take on Hull KR (2.13) & Warrington Wolves face Huddersfield Giants (10.27).

The trio then chat through the latest contract and transfer news as Tom Johnstone rejoins Wakefield and Tommy Makinson departs St Helens (22.30).

Our midseason recap covers Man of Steel contenders (31.00), signings of the season (35.55), surprise teams of 2024 (41.35), teams we think will miss the playoffs (46.00) & teams we are most interested in watching going forwards (51.50).

The NRL Game of the Week is New Zealand Warriors vs Penrith Panthers (55.50).

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We are back!

After an extended paternity leave break, the Rugby League Hot Recap returns to feeds with a breakdown on the weekend's action.

Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire chat through the Super League, starting with London Broncos' historic encounter with Hull FC (1.45), Leigh Leopards return to their 2023 form against the Salford Red Devils (9.34), Warrington and Hull KR's mouthwatering clash (18.24), Wigan Warriors' trip to Huddersfield (26.03), St Helens' contest with the Castleford Tigers (35.02) & finally a sunkissed encounter between Catalan and Leeds (45.47).

The duo chat through the news that Australia is expected to host the Rugby League World Cup in 2026 (53.30), and recap the big signings of Lewis Dodd by the South Sydney Rabbitohs and John Asiata by Hull FC.

The NRL Game of the Week is the St George Illawara Dragons vs South Sydney Rabbitohs (1.08.48).

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Locky Campbell, Leonie Husselbee and Eliot McGuire recap a super weekend of rugby league and look ahead to the players on offer for Super League clubs for 2025 from May 1.

Up first is Warrington's trip to Saints (1.38), followed by a 2023 final rematch between Hull KR and Leigh (8.07), then Huddersfield's trip to Catalans (15.02) and lastly, Wigan's tie with Castleford (21.04).

Our big May 1 preview is (27.11) sets out our Top 10 free agents for 2025 as we go around the horn to pick which deals we would like to see happen this summer.

There's time to discuss Tony Smith's departure from Hull FC (44.00) and what it means for the club going forward.

Finally, our NRL Game of the Week is Canberra Raiders vs Gold Coast Titans (54.04).

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We welcome Eliot McGuire as a new guest on the podcast for this recap of Super League R7 and the fifth round of the NRL.

We start with reflecting on the Game of the Round as St Helens, fresh off their win over rivals Wigan, headed to Catalans (3.41), before looking at a big night at the Jungle for Castleford as they welcomed the Salford Red Devils (11.01) and then checking in on a mouthwatering clash between Warrington and Leeds (20.12). We then visit Leigh for the 'Battle of the Borough' (27.13), take a look at Huddersfield's progress over the season as they faced Hull FC (38.03) and then discuss Hull KR's clash against the London Broncos (47.15).

The NRL Game of the Week is Melbourne Storm vs Brisbane Broncos (54.37)

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Locky and Leonie recap an action-packed Easter weekend as the Super League reaches the Rivals Round and we're onto Round 4 in the NRL.

They start with the Big One - St Helens/Wigan Warriors on Good Friday (1.28) before heading to a great tussle between Warrington & Catalan (9.06). The duo then check in on Castleford/Leeds (14.32), Salford/Leigh (20.18) and the Hull Derby (27.36). There's a quick discussion on who's the better No 7 - Marc Sneyd or Mikey Lewis, before a quick recap of Broncos/Huddersfield (38.18) Championship & League 1 (44.55).

Our NRL Game of the Week is Parramatta Eels vs the Wests Tigers (46.55).

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Locky Campbell, Leonie Husselbee and Lily Mangan take you through the weekend's rugby league action as the Challenge Cup sixth round takes place and the NRL reaches the Multicultural Round.

Challenge Cup recaps: Leigh/Featherstone (1.24), St Helens/Leeds (6.16), Batley/Castleford (11.26), Hull KR/Salford (15.05), Huddersfield/Hull FC (19.56), Wigan/Sheffield (24.29), Halifax/Catalans (29.35), Warrington/London (34.16).

The trio then talk through how the RFL could help draw more attention to the Challenge Cup in future years (38.44)

NRL Game of the Week: Parramatta Eels v Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles (45.29).

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Rugby league fanatics Locky Campbell and Leonie Husselbee recap another weekend of rugby league action from around the world.

They start at the Salford Stadium for a Thursday night showdown between the Red Devils and the Wigan Warriors (1.03), then head to Headingley as Leeds and St Helens played their first of two back-to-backs (9.49), check in on Leigh's bid for a first win at Hull FC (15.05), catch up on Huddersfield vs Hull KR (21.41), Catalans v Castleford (26.55) and then finish with Warrington's trip to the London Broncos (34.25).

There's an overview of the latest Super League transfer rumours (40.02), a recap of the opening weekend of Championship & League 1 action (44.25) and an explainer on the new promotion & relegation structure for the two divisions (46.04).

We then turn to the NRL for our Game of the Week as Xavier Coates did the impossible for the Melbourne Storm in their game against the NZ Warriors (50.18) and we finish off with a recap of the rest of the R2 action (53.51).

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In this week's Hot Recap, Locky is flying solo to bring you the very latest from rugby league around the world.

We start this week at Headingley as Leeds Rhinos welcomed the Wigan Warriors who overcame Leigh in midweek (0.53), then we head to the Leopards' clash with Hull FC (5.54) before heading back to Yorkshire for the Giants vs the Dragons (10.39).

We then hit Hull KR v Castleford Tigers (15.16), London Broncos v Warrington Wolves (18.14) and recap the Thursday night showdown between St Helens and Salford Red Devils (22.00).

Locky then previews Magic Weekend (26.05) and its future viability to the sport, we recap the Championship and League One action (32.44) and then its on to the NRL (34.36) as R23 action saw big results across the board.

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Locky, Leonie and Lily are all back together a recap a bumper weekend of rugby league action.

The trio start with Salford Red Devils historic trip to St Helens (1.17) before recapping Leeds Rhinos clash with the Leigh Leopards (9.09) and then the Thursday night blockbuster between Hull KR and Warrington Wolves (15.38). We then head to France for Hull FC's trip to the Catalans (21.11), check in the London Broncos as they hosted Wigan (28.06) and then caught up on Castleford's memorable encounter with the Huddersfield Giants (34.19).

We look ahead to the Challenge Cup Sixth Round after the draw was made (40.38) and get Lily's take on St Helens' decision to pay their Women's Super League players (45.02).

St George Illawara Dragons' opener against the Gold Coast Titans is our NRL Game of the Week (50.52)!

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Now we're talking!

The Super League is hotting up as co-hosts Locky Campbell and Lily Mangan recap a brilliant Round 3 of the competition.

They start with revisiting a heated contest between St Helens and Leigh Leopards on Friday night (1.41), before heading to Headingley as Leeds welcomed the unbeaten Catalan Dragons to Yorkshire (9.52). Salford Red Devils then looked to make it two home wins from two against Hull KR (15.25) before the duo recapped a close contest between Hull FC and the London Broncos (20.40). World champions Wigan Warriors welcomed the Huddersfield Giants to the DW (27.34) and Warrington looked to keep up their good momentum in a clash with the Castleford Tigers (34.07).

The duo then turn their attention stateside for the NRL Vegas games as the Manly Sea Eagles took on the South Sydney Rabbitohs (39.42) and the Sydney Roosters faced off against the Brisbane Broncos (44.53).

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What a weekend of rugby league!

Your co-hosts Locky Campbell and Leonie Husselbee talk through all the big talking points of another weekend of controversial referee decisions and huge moments across the league.

We start with capturing Wigan Warriors' momentous World Club Challenge win over the Penrith Panthers (01.00) before beginning our Super League recap with Salford's home opener against the Tigers (9.10). We chatted through a tense Thursday night affair between Hull KR and Leeds Rhinos (20.15), reviewed the controversy in Warrington's clash with Hull FC (29.41), caught up with St Helens' latest show of brilliance at Huddersfield (37.16) and then headed to the capital for the London Bronco's first Super League home game in years (42.05).

There was also time to hear about rumours around the NRL's future involvement in the Betfred Super League (47.10) and to imagine what a Hull derby would look like in Las Vegas!

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The Super League is BACK!

We bring you all the stories from Round 1 of Betfred Super League and talk through the big news headlines from the weekend. We start at the MKM Stadium (1.22) where the Hull sides meant for a memorable encounter, before heading east to Headingley (8.40) as a much-changed Leeds welcome the Salford Red Devils. (15.16) Castleford then welcomed 2023 champions Wigan Warriors to the Jungle before (20.52) we discussed Huddersfield Giants trip to Leigh Sports Village. (25.20) Warrington started the Sam Burgess era with a trip to Catalans Dragons and then we finished by dissecting league newcomers London Broncos' contest with St Helens (31.07).

After that, we look ahead (34.50) to Saturday's showdown between Wigan Warriors and Penrith Panthers for World Club Challenge glory and bring you the latest in rugby league from around the world.

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Locky Campbell and Leonie Husselbee get you hyped for Round 1 of the 2024 Super League season, catch up on the latest off-pitch developments across the game and wrap up our big NRL Season Preview.

Timestamps

The duo recap news across the league (1.34), turn their attention to the season opener Hull FC v Hull KR (8.28), question how Salford will fare at Leeds Rhinos (12.18), talk through Leigh's home tussle against the Giants (19.34), take a look at how Castleford can stun Wigan on BBC Two (22.36) and then finish with the game of the round as Catalans face off against Sam Burgess' Warrington (26.08).

In the NRL Season Preview, Locky takes a look at the Newcastle Knights (31.28), New Zealand Warriors (36.11), Melbourne Storm (40.08), Brisbane Broncos (43.33) and Penrith Panthers (48.09).

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It's time for some Super League season predictions!

We welcome Leonie Husselbee onto the podcast to talk through how 2024 is going to look - from how the final table will look to which player is picking up the coveted Man of Steel trophy.

We also bring you up with the very latest on rugby league around the world before diving into Part 2 of our big NRL Season Preview!

TIMESTAMPS

3.10 - Locky and Leonie break down the latest news from around the world

9.00 - Super League 2024 Predictions

44.07 - Parramatta Eels Season Preview

48:38 - South Sydney Rabbitohs Season Preview

52:17 - Canberra Raiders Season Preview

56.03 - Sydney Roosters Season Preview

1:08:00 - Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks Season Preview

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It's time to talk NRL as we begin our begin season preview of the 2024 season.

We cover seven teams in Part 1 of our preview and also bring you up to date on the latest news around rugby league, including a breakdown on the launch of Super League Plus.

TIMESTAMPS

1.13 - Super League Plus

6.10 - Wests Tigers

11.45 - St George Illawarra Dragons

16.58 - Canterbury Bulldogs

22.34 - Gold Coast Titans

26.51 - Dolphins

31.05 - Manly Warringah Sea Eagles

35.00 - North Queensland Cowboys

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Host Locky Campbell rounds off our big preview of the 2024 Betfred Super League season by taking a look at Hull KR, St Helens, Catalans Dragons and the Wigan Warriors.

We also talk through the Ronald Volkman situation and bring you up to date on the latest plans for fan engagement with the Super League.

TIME STAMPS

3.40 - Hull KR preview

9.46 - St Helens preview

15.23 - Catalans Dragons preview

20.21 - Wigan Warriors preview

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Host Loughlan Campbell presents this week's episode in which we detail James Roby's move to the Saints' backroom staff, cover a big contract for a Wigan star, provide the latest on the St George Illawarra Dragons' injury crisis and continue our big preview of the 2024 Betfred Super League season, looking in depth at the Leeds Rhinos, Salford Red Devils, Warrington Wolves and the Leigh Leopards.

TIME STAMPS

3.07 - Leeds Rhinos preview

9.39 - Salford Red Devils preview

16.56 - Warrington Wolves preview

22.09 - Leigh Leopards preview

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In the first ever episode of The Rugby League Hot Recap, we begin previewing the 2024 Betfred Super League season.

Host Loughlan Campbell talks through how 2024 is shaping up for the London Broncos, Castleford Tigers, Hull FC and Huddersfield Giants.

TIMESTAMPS

1.41 - London Broncos preview

7.41 - Castleford Tigers preview

16.37 - Hull FC preview

23.21 - Huddersfield Giants preview

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We're back with another episode as we recap Round 20 of the Betfred Super League and Round 22 of the NRL.

We start with the top of the table decider between Hull KR and Warrington Wolves on Friday night (1.25) before heading to Salford for their hotly-anticipated clash with play-off chasing Leeds (9.11).

In the other weekend games, we check in on Catalans' trip to the London Broncos (18.41) and if St Helens could get back to winning ways at Hull FC (25.43). We then recap Thursday's doubleheader as Wigan faced Huddersfield (32.11) and Castleford welcomed Leigh (41.07).

There's a brief recap of the weekends games from Betfred Championship and Betfred League One (48.25) before a look at the big headlines from the NRL (49.38) as the Canterbury Bulldogs and St George Illawarra Dragons picked up big wins whilst the Dolphins and Brisbane Broncos lost further ground in the race to finish in the top eight.

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire bring you this week's recap from the marvellous world of rugby league.

Up first, we head to Hull as the Black and Whites hosted the league leading Wigan Warriors (1.48) and then discuss the Airlie Birds move for Leigh Leopards' star halfback Lachlan Lam (8.20).

The boys then talk through Warrington and St Helens' big encounter at the Totally Wicked Stadium (13.27), Castleford Tigers taking on the Catalan Dragons (24.01), Salford Red Devils vs the Huddersfield Giants (32.50), Leeds Rhinos' tussle with the impressive Hull KR (40.17) and finally, they check in on the Leigh Leopards as they welcomed the London Broncos back up north (45.54).

After a Championship and League One recap, it's then time to head down under to recap an epic Game 3 in the State of Origin 2024 series (51.45) before the boys talk through R21 of the NRL (59.04).

The boys finish with their predictions for this year's NRL Top 8 with seven rounds left to play! (1.03.40).

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After a one week break, Eliot and Locky are back to break down a mad week of rugby league action from around the world.

Starting with the Super League, we feature the big derby between Wigan and St Helens (1.36) before checking in on playoff hopefuls Leigh and Huddersfield (11.03). The boys talk through the Giants' decision to part with Ian Watson (16.35) then its time to look at Warrington v Leeds (21.38) and the Rhinos' move to bring in Brad Arthur (27.57).

Catalans v Salford (31.14) follows before we review the final Hull derby of the year (37.37) and then head south for London v Castleford (46.16).

The duo then discuss reports that Great Britain Rugby League will be back (54.24) and then chat through the Rugby League Vegas games in 2025 (1.00.38). There's insight into the Brisbane Broncos' future (1.06.21) and we finish with a preview on State of Origin G3 (1.10.31)

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire catch you up on a busy week of rugby league news and action.

First up, the duo recap England's friendly against France in Toulouse on Saturday (1.42) and talk through the future of midseason internationals (8.50).

Next, the boys talk through the Challenge Cup revamp to make earlier rounds of the competition more interesting with Super League sides starting their season away in the Round 3 ties (16.00).

In signing news, there's a discussion around Catalans signing Nick Cotric and Wakefield picking up Olly Russell from Huddersfield for 2025 (20.32).

We then head down under for State of Origin G2 recap from Melbourne Cricket Ground (28.00) and then a brief recap of the NRL action from the weekend (37.20).

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In this week's Hot Recap, Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire talk you through all things rugby league.

We start at Headingley for an emotional tribute to Rob Burrow as the Leeds Rhinos battle the Leigh Leopards (1.26) before we talk through Rohan Smith's exit (7.30) and who could replace him. Next its off to Salford (15.03) as they look to make it back-to-back wins over Saints and then its off to France to see if Catalans bounce back against Huddersfield (24.18).

We then take a look at the improving Castleford Tigers against Hull KR (30.56) and if Warrington can get back in form away at Hull FC (37.45) before finishing the Super League recap at Wigan as they welcome the Broncos (45.15).

The boys then preview England's friendly match against France this coming Saturday evening (51.40) and then it's time for a quick recap of NRL Round 16 (1.04.27).

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire talk you through the latest on all things rugby league after a very busy news week.

We start with Hull FC welcoming Leeds to the Humber (1.21) and then talk through Rhyse Martin's Rhinos future (9.25). Ryan Hall then makes history vs the Giants (11.15) whilst Jake Connor's future looks uncertain (22.20). Salford head to Challenge Cup runner-ups Warrington (24.31) and Ian Blease departs the Reds to join Leeds (30.00). Catalans welcome the Leopards to Perpignan (33.48), Castleford battle Wigan (42.47) and the Broncos take the Saints to Twickenham Stoop (48.51).

It's time to start planning for the offseason as England and Samoa announce a two-test series (53.57) and the squads are announced for Game 2 of the State of Origin series in Australia (58.20).

The NRL Game of the Week is Cronulla Sharks v Dolphins (1.07.36)

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire recap the Challenge Cup Final between Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves.

There's also a recap of the 1985 cup final between Wakefield Trinity and Sheffield Eagles (14.33), the player exodus from Catalans (21.26), Giants' signing of Liam Sutcliffe (26.20), Featherstone Rovers' winding up order (29.20) and looking ahead to Super League R14 (32.26).

There's no NRL Game of the Week but the duo discuss the weekend's action as Cronulla win in Brisbane and the Wests Tigers season goes from bad to worse.

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It's nearly playoff time!

Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire chat you through Round 24 of Super League and the penultimate round of the NRL.

They start with Leigh's much-hyped encounter against the Warrington Wolves (1.26) before heading to Perpignan for Catalans must-win against Wigan (10.31) and then onto Craven Park as Hull KR welcomed the Red Devils (19.13). The discussion then heads to London as the Broncos and Leeds play out a thriller (27.39), Huddersfield welcome a desperate St Helens side (34.52) and then Hull FC matchup with the Castleford Tigers (41.31).

After a quick rundown on the Championship and League One, the conversation then move to the NRL as celebrate Shaun Johnson (50.43), discuss the Dolphins big win in the Brisbane derby, which side will make the Top 8 in the final round and how the NRL Finals is shaping up.

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Your regular weekly recap of all things rugby league drops a little early this week as Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire break down the final round of Super League's 2024 season and the second week of the NRL Finals.

The duo start with Leigh and St Helen's decider for a playoff position (1.34) before heading to Wigan and Salford where the Warriors eyed another League Leaders' Shield (8.43). It was then over to Craven Park for Hull KR v Leeds (14.50) and then back to Warrington for the London Broncos' probable final Super League game (20.47). There's then a dash through Hull FC v Catalans (26.38) and then Huddersfield v Castleford (34.21).

It's then time to head down under as Cronulla Sharks take on the North Queensland Cowboys (45.17) and then the Sydney Roosters face the Manly Sea Eagles (50.31) in battles to reach the preliminary finals.

The boys finish with their predictions for next weekend's action (55.40)

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It's time for the business end of the season.

Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire return to talk you through the penultimate round of Super League's 2024 season and the first round of the NRL Finals.

The duo start in Hull as Salford win in style to book their place in the playoffs (1.59) before heading to the much-anticipated clash between Leigh and Hull KR (12.55). It's then on to Wigan and Leeds (21.21) and then Catalans entertaining the London Broncos (29.25) before we close the round with St Helens and Castleford (38.11) and Huddersfield versus Warrington (46.13).

There's a quick recap of the League One playoffs and Championship (54.44) before we head down under to recap the NRL Finals (56.35) as Manly ended Canterbury's dream season, Melbourne and Penrith looked ominous and the Cowboys were tested by Newcastle.

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire recap one of the biggest weekends of rugby league action as the Super League Playoffs kick off and the NRL Finals comes down to the penultimate week.

We start at Salford (1.40) as they welcome Leigh to a historic crowd before we head to Warrington (14.03) for their titanic tussle with St Helens.

We then preview this weekend's mouthwatering Super League Semi-Finals (21.29) before a quick recap of the Championship and League One playoff action (32.06).

It's then time to head down under for Melbourne Storm v the Sydney Roosters (34.15) and then Penrith Panthers vs Cronulla Sharks (40.49).

The boys then discuss this Sunday's NRL Grand Final (47.00) before wrapping up by touching on the Brisbane Broncos sacking Kevin Walters (52.25).

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It's the best weekend of rugby league all year!

Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire recap the NRL Grand Final and the two Super League Semi-Finals.

We start off with Melbourne Storm vs the Penrith Panthers as the latter were trying to make it four consecutive Premiership titles in a row (1.41).

Then its off to Craven Park as a raucous crowd turned up for Hull KR's contest with the Warrington Wolves (14.58) before we head to the Brick Community Stadium as Wigan Warriors and Leigh Leopards draw the biggest Super League crowd in 20 years (26.02).

The boys then finish with a short preview of the 2024 Super League Grand Final! (38.08).

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It's time for the Super League Grand Final!

Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire review the big game as Hull Kingston Rovers take on Wigan Warriors at Old Trafford.

The duo talk up the Warriors, the majesty of Bevan French, where Matt Peet stands amongst Super League coaches, what the future looks like for both teams and the news that the World Club Challenge will currently not take place in 2025.

We are now on a short break but will be back later on this month to begin our offseason coverage. We'll be back in your feeds soon!

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire reunite after a short break to talk through one of the most anticipated new days in the sport's calendar - the release of the IMG Gradings.

The duo give their analysis on the grades and what it means for Super League in the coming years (1.45) before talking through the winners and losers from yesterday's announcement (18.33). We then catch up on the big offseason news with all change occuring at Castleford after a takeover as Craig Lingard is out the door (37.16) meanwhile over at Salford the future is set with Kurt Haggerty incoming in 2026 (42.40). The boys then preview the two-match England and Samoa series (48.10) and then it's on to the Hot Recap teams of the season! (56.40)

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Locky Campbell talks you through the latest from the world of rugby league!

We start with the second test between England and Samoa (1.27) as Herbie Farnworth made a name for himself. It's then on to a memorable clash between Tonga and New Zealand (10.30) and then Super League stars take the plaudits as PNG face the Cook Islands (13.35).

Then its a quick round-up of rugby league news with IMG set to scrap the midseason internationals between England and France (17.15) and there's some IMG rumblings on the potential expansion of Super League in the future (20.45) whilst South Africa have thrown themselves into the mix to host the 2030 Rugby League World Cup (22.29).

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire begin our Super League season review with the bottom six teams from the 2025 season.

Before we get into it, we talk through Game 1 of the England v Samoa series (2.02) and then chat through New Zealand v Australia in the Pacific Championships (10.04). There's also time for a quick chat through the news that 2025's Ashes series between England and Australia will take place on British shores (16.33).

Timestamps for the Season Review - London Broncos (25.30), Hull FC (32.29), Castleford Tigers (40.50), Huddersfield Giants (45.44), Leeds Rhinos (53.44) and Catalans Dragons (57.52).

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire keep you up to date with the latest news around rugby league.

The boys start with a recap of New Zealand v PNG and Australia v Tongo in the Pacific Championships (1.45) and then it's a quick discussion of Hull FC's big takeover (13.06). In terms of other news, Batley propose the return of promotion (18.13), Magic Weekend is confirmed to return to Newcastle (21.20), War of the Roses is mooted for 2026 (25.07) and Everton's new stadium in the running for the Ashes (28.14).

In the Super League Season Review, we discuss St Helens (33.25), Leigh Leopards (42.16), Salford Red Devils (50.04), Warrington Wolves (54.09), Hull KR (1:02:25) and then Wigan Warriors (1:06:59).

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In the final episode of 2024, Locky and Eliot get together to talk through the big rugby league storylines for 2025, which team are wearing the best new kits next season, and bring you up to speed on all the latest news from the sport.

Until 2025, we wish you a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

TIMESTAMPS

1.45 - PNG to enter NRL's 18th team

7.30 - The latest on Salford's financial struggles

12.40 - Transfer Window brought forward

17.45 - Captain's Challenge to be introduced in Super League

21.35 - Super League signings recap

24.12 - Ezra Mam avoids jail and Bateman joins the Cowboys

26.20 - Sam Wood named Castleford captain

28.19 - 2025 Storylines - Jake Connor's last hurrah with Leeds? Wigan's historic run of trophy wins to end? Can Yorkshire clubs get success in 2025?

Hull FC to have success under Cartwright? Will the Ashes be a success? Super League clubs to vote for expansion in 2025? How good will the Catalans Dragons be?

53.10 - Best Kits for 2025

1.00.48 - Worst Kits for 2025

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NOTE: We apologise for the poor audio quality of this episode. It was a result of a technical error which wasn't uncovered until recording had concluded. We'll do better next time!

Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire return to bring you the insight and analysis on the world of rugby league.

In this episode, we take a deep look into the 2025 Super League season fixtures, assessing how worthy an opener Wigan v Leigh is, which team has the hardest schedule to start with and when are the big games in 2025 (1.09).

In light of recent reporting, we also break down the Salford Red Devils financial situation after the club's name faced a difficult week of negative headlines (23.10).

It's then on to our long-mooted NRL offseason recap as we look at the release of the 2025 fixtures, assess which team could get off to the best start and take a longer look at St George Illawara Dragons, Parramatta Eels and the Wests Tigers (31.17).

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We are back!

The Rugby League Hot Recap enters 2025 with our big three-part Super League 2025 season preview.

Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire are joined by Halifax Panthers superfan Josh Sutcliffe for the first part where we talk through the Castleford Tigers, Catalans Dragons, Huddersfield Giants and Hull FC. There's also the latest injury talk around Castleford halfback Rowan Milnes and Wakefield flyer Tom Johnstone.

TIMESTAMPS

4.00 - News roundup

10.15 - Castleford Tigers season preview

20.57 - Catalans Dragons season preview

31.17 - Huddersfield Giants season preview

43.07 - Hull FC season preview

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire continue our big Super League Season Preview with the second part in this bumper episode.

But before the boys dig into four more teams, there's a recap of the latest news which has seen Huddersfield announce plans to buy Halifax's The Shay stadium (2.15), Jordan Abdull depart Hull FC for the second time (7.54) and Locky explains what on earth has been happening with the Salford Red Devils after another string of bad news reports (13.01).

TIME STAMPS

21.45 - Hull KR season preview

31.02 - Leeds Rhinos season preview

40.03 - Leigh Leopards season preview

48.12 - St Helens season preview

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In this emergency podcast, Eliot McGuire and Locky Campbell reunite 24 hours after the announcement from the Salford Red Devils that the club would have to sell players in order to cut £800,000 from the playing budget to be financially secure ahead of the 2025 Betfred Super League season.

The duo talk through the club's statement, analyze the timeline, assess Salford City Council's response, look at which Salford players are being targeted by other clubs and discuss what the announcement means for rugby league in England.

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We're back with Part 3 of our big Super League 2025 season preview and delighted to be joined by Jordan Eastwood (a.k.a. SalfordJud) to talk through the latest around Salford's financial situations and to preview the Red Devils' season.

We start with a recap of the Challenge Cup 1st round (1.20) then discuss an investment opportunity for Salford (5.38), Lachlan Lam's future at Leigh (14.33), another takeover mooted for the London Broncos (19.15) and the criticism of the new misconduct charges for this season (25.31).

It's then onto the previews with Salford (31.41), Wakefield Trinity (48.08), Warrington Wolves (56.22) and Wigan Warriors (1:07:00).

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The team are back for another episode to bring you up to speed on everything rugby league.

First, we talk through the results from the Challenge Cup second round and look ahead to the third round this weekend when the Super League clubs enter the competition (1.56), then it's time to talk through the pre-season results and assess which teams are struggling (11.58). The boys then talk through Liam Farrell's new deal, Willie Isa's retirement, Morgan Knowles' flirtation with the Dolphins, Salford's latest pack signing and Maika Sivo's devastating injury (19.46).

We then flip the switch to answer the question of who won the Super League offseason (29.45), give our predictions for this year's top tryscorer (36.39) and then Locky and Eliot look ahead to the 2025 NRL season (42.36).

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Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire are back with the Super League season less than a week away as we dive into the Challenge Cup.

We start our recap of the weekend's action with Bradford Bulls' big win over Castleford Tigers (2.25), Hull KR's trip to York (8.27), the Catalans' trip to Halifax (11.12) and Salford's game against the Midlands Hurricanes as well as the big news surrounding their takeover from a new Swiss owner (14.19). We give an overview of the rest of the games, give praise to St Helens who lock up young stars to new deals (21.37) and evaluate how the big Challenge Cup revamp has gone this year.

Then it's time for the Super League Top 25 - the best players in the league heading into the 2025 season (26.35).

The boys then give their pick for Round 1 or our new picks competition this year (1:25.01).

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RUGBY LEAGUE IS BACK. And its Overreaction Monday!

Yes, the Betfred Super League is finally back and what a weekend of action to start of the season.

Locky Campbell and Eliot McGuire bring you the lowdown on the big weekend. From the opening salvo of Wigan v Leigh (2.08) to Wakefield's return to the top division at Leeds (10.47) to Castleford pushing Hull KR all the way (17.26). We also chat through Catalans' home opener against Hull FC (24.46), Huddersfield's tussle with Warrington (30.56) and the mess that played out as Salford's youngster met the mighty St Helens (36.43).

There's also Betfred Championship talk and the Challenge Cup fourth round draw (46.52)!

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It's a bumper episode as Locky Campbell and Eliot Maguire recap Vegas week!

We start with the big game across the pond as Wigan faced off against Warrington at Allegiant Stadium (2.26), the impact that the English fans made on the spectacle and what it means for Super League's future with the NRL (10.38). It's then back to blighty for Wakefield against the resurgent St Helens (15.22) and then Leigh's home contest with the struggling Catalans Dragons (21.54).

We regroup for the West Yorkshire derby as Leeds take on Castleford at Headingley (30.37), look at another disappointing evening for Salford away at Hull KR (37.43) and finish the Super League recap with the contest between Hull FC and Huddersfield Giants (47.23).

We then look over the fisticuffs at Bradford and Batley in the 1985 Cup (55.45), reveal which stadiums are going to feature in the 2025 Men's Ashes Series (58.19), do a more thorough recap of the other Rugby League Las Vegas games (1.00.47) before going through our picks for this week's action (1.18.40).

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