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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL Grand Final draws closer.

Kenty reflects on Newcastle’s extraordinary finals run and the Knights’ grand final fever, before making his calls on the Dally M awards — including why Nathan Cleary remains the man to beat.

Plus, he unpacks Phoenix Crossland’s heartbreaking four-week suspension, Nathan Cleary’s classy response, and whether Newcastle’s judiciary case could have been argued differently.

Kenty also discusses the grand final pre-game entertainment debate, Connor Watson’s bid to be cleared under concussion protocols, Daly Cherry-Evans’ confidence, the coaching chess match between the Roosters and Knights, Herbie Farnworth’s likely move, and Parramatta’s decision to extend Jason Ryles.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Newcastle’s Grand Final Fever

00:45 — Dally M predictions: Nathan Cleary’s case

02:40 — Coach and Captain of the Year debate

05:10 — Dally M history, betting controversy and old media rivalries

10:55 — Phoenix Crossland’s four-week Grand Final ban

13:10 — The Grand Final pre-game entertainment debate

16:09 — Connor Watson’s concussion clearance bid

19:22 — Daly Cherry-Evans embraces the Grand Final moment

21:15 — Rested players, finals scheduling and Grand Final preparation

24:00 — Roosters v Knights: the coaching chess match

24:52 — Herbie Farnworth to the Roosters?

25:45 — Parramatta’s Jason Ryles extension

27:09 — Wrap-up

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL Grand Final draws closer.

Kenty reflects on Newcastle’s incredible finals surge, Adam Gee’s appointment as Grand Final referee, and the pressure that comes with officiating the biggest game of the season.

Plus, he discusses Nathan Cleary’s remarkable season, his classy message of support for Phoenix Crossland, and why the Knights forward’s suspension is a heartbreaking Grand Final blow.

Kenty also unpacks the NRL’s mystery pre-game spectacle, the changing leadership of the game, the debate around Herbie Farnworth’s hip-drop tackle, and Billy Slater’s warning about the unintended consequences of rule changes.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Newcastle’s Grand Final Fever

03:02 — Adam Gee Appointed Grand Final Referee

05:23 — Nathan Cleary’s Players’ Champion Award & Classy Crossland Message

10:44 — NRL’s Mystery Grand Final Pre-Game Spectacle

14:56 — Phoenix Crossland’s Grand Final Ban

17:42 — The NRL’s Leaders: Quayle, Gallop, Greenberg & V’landys

25:04 — Herbie Farnworth’s Hip-Drop Tackle v Crossland’s Suspension

28:22 — Did Nathan Cleary’s Leg Break Before the Tackle?

30:37 — Billy Slater on Rule Changes and Tackling Technique

34:12 — Wrap-Up

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Paul Kent breaks down a huge weekend of NRL finals footy as Newcastle’s remarkable run sends them into the Grand Final.

Kenty explains why the Knights’ connection to Newcastle and Justin Holbrook’s influence could make them dangerous against the Roosters. Plus, the fallout from Nathan Cleary’s sickening injury, Phoenix Crossland’s hip-drop tackle, the Panthers’ collapse, and why the Bunker needs a major rethink.

Also: the Grand Final entertainment debate, whether Newcastle can handle the hype, why the Roosters are peaking at the perfect time, and what’s next for the Dolphins.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Knights’ Grand Final Fairytale & Holbrook’s Newcastle Connection

07:21 — Cleary’s Horror Injury & The Hip-Drop Crackdown

19:27 — Panthers Left Rudderless Without Cleary

24:00 — Knights’ Hooker Dilemma & Can They Beat The Roosters?

28:15 — Why Newcastle Will Own Grand Final Week

29:17 — NRL Grand Final Entertainment & Ratings Debate

32:57 — Can The Knights Handle Grand Final Week Hype?

36:18 — Bunker Blow-Up: The Calls That Went Wrong

40:12 — Roosters Peaking At The Perfect Time & Dolphins’ Future

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Kenty answers listener questions on referee pay, AI in the bunker, commentary standards, Fox vs free-to-air coverage, coaching and recruitment, stadiums, player negotiations, NRL finances, and fresh approaches to coaching

Timecodes:

0:00 – Introduction

0:16 – How much NRL referees and touch judges earn

1:02 – Could an AI bunker work?

1:12 – Should commentators know the rules better?

2:23 – Fox/Kayo vs free-to-air commentary and presentation

3:00 – Broadcast expectations and promoting the game

6:00 – Sam Burgess, Warrington and a possible South Sydney future

9:00 – The pressures and demands of coaching

12:00 – Coaches, recruitment and decision-making at clubs

15:00 – Sydney stadium location and transport discussion

18:00 – Why contested possession has disappeared from the game

21:00 – Rule changes, review decisions and coaching influence

24:00 – NRL finances, assets and the game’s changing position

27:00 – How player contract negotiations work

30:00 – Selection, defence and past representative players

33:00 – Fred Michelak and developing playmakers

36:00 – Learning from ice hockey and innovation in coaching

39:00 – The Walker Brothers, Penrith, Newcastle and new coaching ideas

41:30 – Wrap-up

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Paul Kent and Paul Crawley debate the NRL’s grand-final entertainment shake-up after Tones and I pulls out, the race for the NRL’s 20th team, and which clubs have genuine premiership windows. They also unpack the futures of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker at South Sydney, discuss the Warriors’ finals exit, and make their preliminary-final predictions.

TIMECODES

00:00 Tones and I pulls out — should the NRL scrap grand-final entertainment?

11:35 Where should the NRL’s 20th team go? Christchurch, Ipswich and PNG

13:55 Premiership windows — Roosters, Panthers, Sharks, Rabbitohs and Knights

29:20 Which clubs can improve next season?

30:00 Cowboys, Drinkwater and roster balance

32:35 Parramatta’s future with Moses and Luai

34:10 Are the Titans finally building something?

36:45 Latrell Mitchell, Cody Walker and Wayne Bennett’s South Sydney plan

53:35 Warriors finals fallout and what went wrong

58:20 Refereeing controversy in Warriors v Knights

60:20 Dolphins v Roosters preliminary-final prediction

61:35 Penrith v Newcastle preliminary-final prediction

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the preliminary finals arrive.

Kenty reacts to reports linking Latrell Mitchell with a mega-money move to the Perth Bears, explaining why a fresh start could suit Latrell and what South Sydney need to consider with their roster.

Plus, a deep dive into the Dolphins’ finals mindset, the Roosters’ edge-defence concerns, why the Bunker should not become the scapegoat for every refereeing decision, and the key selection and fitness calls ahead of Panthers v Knights.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Latrell Mitchell linked to Perth Bears

04:00 — Would a Perth move suit Latrell?

08:00 — South Sydney’s roster and salary-cap decisions

12:00 — Dolphins’ composure and finals mentality

16:00 — Roosters v Dolphins: the edge-defence concern

20:00 — Referees, the Bunker and fan overreaction

24:00 — Roosters selection questions and Sandon Smith’s role

28:00 — Panthers v Knights: can Newcastle cause the upset?

31:30 — Final thoughts and wrap-up

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as preliminary-final week kicks into gear.

Kenty gives his unfiltered take on the Tones and I grand final entertainment saga, why the NRL may be better off without a halftime act, and how the game can make the day about rugby league again.

Plus, he weighs in on Ashley Klein’s refereeing fallout, the remarkable injury recoveries of Nathan Cleary, Sam Walker and Dylan Lucas, and why the Knights and Dolphins are embracing the finals experience.

Kenty also looks at Daly Cherry-Evans facing the Dolphins, the Roosters-Dolphins match-ups, the Dolphins’ recruitment calls, Adam Pompey’s move to Melbourne, and the latest changes at the Bulldogs.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Tones and I, NRL Grand Final Entertainment & the Halftime Debate

11:30 — Ashley Klein’s Refereeing Fallout

15:16 — Finals Fitness: Cleary, Sam Walker, Dylan Lucas & Isaah Yeo

17:38 — Why the Knights and Dolphins Are Embracing Finals Footy

21:59 — The Secret to Handling Grand Final Week

23:00 — Daly Cherry-Evans v the Dolphins

24:40 — Roosters v Dolphins: The Key Match-Ups

26:00 — The Dolphins’ Nikorima Recruitment Call

27:10 — Adam Pompey’s Move to Melbourne Storm

28:13 — Jesse McLean Joins the Bulldogs

28:50 — Jason Taylor’s Bulldogs Exit

29:32 — Wrap-Up

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Latrell To Market, Bunker Backlash & Finals Fitness

Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the preliminary finals approach.

Kenty gives his honest verdict on Latrell Mitchell going to market, what it means for South Sydney and Cody Walker, and why Wayne Bennett will be central to the Rabbitohs’ next move.

Plus, a call for support for Tigers great, Ashley Klein’s refereeing fallout, why the Bunker shouldn’t get more power, and which teams are peaking at the right time.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Latrell Mitchell To Market

08:42 — Souths’ Cody Walker Call

19:05 — A Call To Help Tigers Great: Mick Neil

21:56 — Ashley Klein’s Refereeing Fallout

24:19 — Why the Bunker Needs Less Power

29:27 — Finals Fitness: Roosters, Dolphins, Panthers & Knights

33:41 — Paul Gallen v Nelson Asofa-Solomona

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:17 — Knights Beat Warriors

02:33 — Six and Out

16:47 — Warriors at War

18:21 — Gamesmanship

10:16 — Coach of the Year

21:38 — Knight Life

24:08 — Roosters Beat Sharks

32:28 — DCE WTF

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Kenty answers your biggest NRL questions — from post-game press conference audio and the race for the 20th club to falling crowds, Peter V'landys' expanded power and the bunker.

Plus, Paul Kent weighs in on reviewing the play-the-ball after every try, whether tackle stats are inflated, who's paying for the PNG franchise, why jerseys have no names on the back, how Wayne Bennett rebuilt the Dolphins and how the finals should work.

And Kenty tells the story of the day he challenged Anthony Mundine at a press conference.

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TIMECODES

0:00 — Ask Kenty Intro

0:14 — Why Doesn't the NRL Fix the Audio at Post-Game Press Conferences?

3:07 — Should NZ Rugby's Financial Trouble Affect the NRL's 20th Club Decision?

4:27 — The 20th Club: Toowoomba's Bid vs Mudgee and Tamworth

6:51 — What Happens to NRL Talent if Rugby Union Keeps Its Juniors?

8:08 — Are Low Crowds a Sign the TV Product Beats the Live Experience?

11:36 — Do Players Start Push and Shoves to Draw the Bunker's Attention?

12:36 — Why Do Roosters and Sharks Fans Get Cheaper Finals Tickets?

13:18 — Who Holds the NRL's Leadership Accountable Under Peter V'landys?

13:58 — Why Did Peter V'landys Change His Mind on an Executive Chair?

15:58 — Is the NRL Morphing Into the NFL?

16:42 — Should the Bunker Review the Last Play-the-Ball After Every Try?

19:01 — Should the Most Overrated Player Poll Come Back?

20:28 — Are NRL Tackle Stats Inflated?

22:31 — Who Pays for the PNG Franchise and Do Executives Get KPI Bonuses?

24:09 — Why Don't NRL Jerseys Have Player Names on the Back?

25:12 — Odd and Even Numbers for Left and Right Edges: Good Idea or Bad?

26:37 — When Kenty Challenged Anthony Mundine at a Press Conference

29:12 — Were Kenty and Woz Part of the Paper Plane Fun?

29:45 — Why Does the NRL Chase Profit From Finals Tickets?

30:47 — Was the Dolphins' Recruitment Strategy Smarter Than It Looked?

33:43 — Should Pro Athletes Be Exempt From Tax?

34:14 — Should the NRL Scrap the Double Movement Rule?

34:54 — Should the Grand Final Kick Off Earlier for New Zealand Viewers?

35:34 — Starting the NRL From Scratch: What Would Kenty Change?

36:07 — Is Rewarding the Top Four in the Finals Overkill?

37:06 — Which Centre Could Be the Next Isaah Yeo?

38:15 — Should the Attacking Team Get a 14th Player for 10 Minutes?

38:41 — Should the NRL Try a Multi-Ball Captain's Option?

39:10 — Outro

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Paul Kent, Warren Livingstone and Paul Crawley farewell Leichhardt Oval with stories of Wayne Pearce, Mitchell Pearce and the characters who shaped the game.

The panel then puts the West Tigers under the microscope, debating Jarome Luai’s exit, Benji Marshall’s coaching support and the club’s long-running dysfunction.

Plus, they preview a huge finals weekend, breaking down Warriors v Knights and Roosters v Sharks — including the pressure on Nicho Hynes, Daly Cherry-Evans and both coaching staffs.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 — Farewell to Leichhardt Oval

7:35 — Mitchell Pearce, Origin Pressure & a Roosters Career

14:14 — West Tigers: Jerome Luai’s Awards Night Absence

20:50 — Loyalty, Contracts & the Tigers’ Leadership Problems

24:01 — End-of-Season Presentation Night Stories

31:20 — Benji Marshall’s Assistant Coach Debate

40:19 — Warriors v Knights Finals Preview

46:00 — Can Newcastle’s Coaching Edge Upset the Warriors?

56:00 — Parramatta Pressure & Jason Ryles’ Recruitment Calls

57:36 — Warriors Finals Pressure and the Halves Challenge

56:38 — Roosters v Sharks: Finals Form and Big-Game Pressure

59:24 — Roosters’ Response After Defeat

64:40 — Sharks, Nicho Hynes & Braydon Trindall’s Injury

67:05 — Why the Week Off Matters in the Finals

72:04 — Wrap-Up

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as finals footy heats up.

Kenty gives his verdict on the NRL’s warning to the Warriors over kick-chase escorts, the confusion around Nathan Cleary’s judiciary outcome, and why the game needs simpler officiating.

Plus, Kenty previews Roosters v Sharks and Warriors v Knights, with plenty riding on Daly Cherry-Evans and an upset on the cards in Auckland.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Warriors’ Escort Warning

08:25 — Cleary Charge Confusion

14:39 — NRL’s Super League Play

18:39 — Roosters v Sharks Preview

21:00 — DCE’s Defining Finals Test

24:28 — Warriors v Knights Preview

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz

Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in the NRL This week

TIMECODES

0:00 — Welcome to Kenty Blitz

0:29 — Should Parramatta give Josh Addo-Carr another chance?

5:12 — Jerome Luai’s Wests Tigers awards night no-show

7:23 — Peter V’landys set to become NRL Executive Chairman

8:34 — Why the NRL Commission was created

14:38 — Grassroots funding, junior pathways and expansion concerns

18:20 — Does the NRL need stronger checks and balances?

22:46 — Why clubs allowed the power shift

24:38 — V’landys’ micro-management and the precedent it sets

26:46 — The Commission’s original purpose

28:26 — Business leaders versus rugby league people

31:10 — Final thoughts on the NRL’s leadership future

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league, from the teams circling each other ahead of the biggest games to the Tigers’ latest talking point.

Kenty also dives into the Dolphins, Nathan’s Foot, and the pressure building across the NRL.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Intro

06:11 — Sparring Partners: Ronaldo vs Mark

13:54 — Foot Long: Nathan’s Foot

26:03 — Killer Dolphins

28:51 — Tigers, Ho Hum

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz

Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL finals get underway.

From the Warriors’ worrying form and Cronulla’s finals failures to South Sydney’s huge clash with Newcastle, Kenty gives his honest verdict on every key storyline from week one of the finals.

Plus, why Trent Robinson will be hurting after the Roosters’ loss, the Cowboys’ missed opportunity, and what the Bunker got right.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Intro

03:04 — That’s Entertainment: Cleary Cleared

06:31 — Robbo Crushed

07:56 — Missed Chances

11:35 — Warriors Worry

21:11 — Sharks Failure

29:24 — Cowboy Sad Songs

30:57 — Rabbit Hole

34:49 — Bunkering Down

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Kenty answers your biggest NRL questions — from bunker frustrations, forward passes and wildcard plans to Parramatta’s recruitment problems, expansion, salary-cap loopholes and the PNG Chiefs.

Plus, Paul Kent weighs in on Hudson Young’s market value, whether player housing should count in the cap, what league and union can learn from each other, and why the NRL needs to get serious about its long-term fixture strategy.

And Kenty shares some classic old-school rugby league stories, including a memorable player signing and his favourite tale from the game.

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TIMECODES

0:00 — Ask Kenty Intro

0:18 — Bunker Decisions and Referee Accountability

2:50 — Should the NRL Have a Challenge Cup-Style Knockout Competition?

4:22 — Expansion: Why the Sunshine Coast Should Be Next

6:41 — Hudson Young’s Market Value and PNG Chiefs Recruitment

13:24 — NBA Salary-Cap Punishments and the NRL

17:52 — Should Player Housing Count in the Salary Cap?

21:27 — What Rugby League and Rugby Union Can Learn From Each Other

22:54 — Why Parramatta’s Recruitment Keeps Going Wrong

26:32 — Why Is the NRL Investing in Property?

32:27 — Bunker Scrutiny, Fines and Double Standards

33:43 — Why an NRL Wildcard Competition Is a Bad Idea

35:58 — Should Every Team Play Each Other Once?

37:14 — PNG Chiefs, Expansion and Competition Balance

38:12 — Kenty’s Wildest Old-School Coach Stories

39:18 — The Willie/Wanty Signing Story

41:33 — Kenty’s Favourite Rugby League Story

42:50 — Outro

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Prime Time

Paul Kent, Warren Livingstone and Paul Crawley review the NRL season ahead of finals, breaking down the teams that exceeded expectations, those that fell short, and what needs to change in 2027.

The panel preview a wide-open first week of finals before putting South Sydney, Newcastle, Canberra, Manly, Cronulla, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Parramatta and St George Illawarra under the microscope.

Plus, they discuss Wayne Bennett’s finals influence, Justin Holbrook’s impact at Newcastle, Manly’s roster reset, Nicho Hynes’ role at the Sharks, Melbourne’s injury-hit season, and whether the Eels have recruited the right players around Mitchell Moses.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 — Finals Week One Preview

13:10 — NRL Season Review Begins

13:55 — South Sydney: Can Wayne Bennett Spark a Finals Run?

25:06 — Newcastle Knights: Justin Holbrook’s Coaching Impact

36:02 — Canberra Raiders: Building for the Future

39:07 — Manly Sea Eagles: Kieran Foran’s Roster Reset

43:52 — Cronulla Sharks: Is Nicho Hynes the Answer?

47:13 — Melbourne Storm: How Injuries Derailed Their Season

50:12 — Gold Coast Titans: Green Shoots but Major Issues Remain

52:48 — Parramatta Eels: Recruitment Questions for Jason Ryles

61:16 — St George Illawarra Dragons: Dean Young’s Promising Rebuild

64:20 — Wrap-Up

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL finals get underway.

Kenty reacts to Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow’s reported $1.4 million Dolphins deal, explains why he fears some of rugby league’s changes are eroding the game’s fabric, and shares the All Blacks lesson every team should take into September.

Plus, Kenty previews every week one finals clash — South Sydney v Newcastle, Warriors v Dolphins, Sharks v Cowboys and Penrith v Roosters — and reveals why he believes the Panthers are primed for another title tilt.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

04:29 - The Hammer’s $1.4m Dolphins Deal

05:45 - Is Rugby League Losing Its Way?

07:30 - The All Blacks Lesson for NRL Teams

10:32 - Kenty Reflects on Face to Face

13:20 - South Sydney v Newcastle Preview

17:19 - Warriors v Dolphins Preview

19:00 - Sharks v Cowboys Preview

21:46 - Panthers v Roosters Preview

25:28 - Wrap-Up

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL finals are locked in.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

00:59 - Welcome Back Cotter

06:20 - Sharks Fans Unhappy

10:14 - Players Flex Muscle

14:19 - Bye Bye Tiger

22:11 - Return Serve

28:00 - World Domination

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Paul Kent breaks down Isaah Yeo’s extraordinary return from a ruptured pec, Keaon Koloamatangi’s response to Spencer Leniu, Reece Walsh’s phone-number leak, and the form lines shaping the NRL finals.

Kenty also unpacks the 50-point curse, Bunker controversies, Nicho Hynes’ importance to Cronulla, and the growing fight over Hudson Young’s notional value.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Intro

00:18 — PEC-TACULAR: Isaah Yeo’s ruptured pec

04:05 — WINNER BY T-KALOA: Keaon Koloamatangi on Spencer Leniu

05:55 — PHONE HOME: Reece Walsh’s number leaked

08:42 — 50-POINT CURSE

10:20 — YOUNG AND RESTLESS: Hudson Young’s contract fight

20:03 — Notional values, Cameron Munster & salary-cap confusion

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL finals are locked in.

Kenty unpacks Reuben Cotter’s fight against a high-tackle charge, Penrith’s minor premiership success and the six-again chaos that continues to frustrate fans and players alike.

He also weighs in on Coby Black’s remarkable Raiders debut, Spencer Leniu’s fiery clash with Keaon Koloamatangi, and Damien Cook’s farewell.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

00:45 - NRL Finals Locked In

01:54 - Six-Again Mayhem

06:06 - Reuben Cotter Fights High Tackle Charge

08:55 - Panthers Crowned Minor Premiers

26:04 - Koby Black’s Stunning Debut

27:03 - Spencer Leniu vs Keaon Koloamatangi

31:05 - Damien Cook’s Farewell

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Kenty answers your biggest NRL questions — from Parramatta’s recruitment problems and the NRL’s Vegas strategy, to forward passes, wildcards, PNG safety concerns and why the Roosters are still in the premiership race.

Plus: could anyone win four straight premierships, would Nathan Cleary change codes, and where did Kenty’s love of rugby league begin?

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TIMECODES

0:00 — Ask Kenty intro

0:42 — Why Parramatta recruitment keeps going wrong

2:41 — Vegas, US betting and why the NRL still goes

6:08 — Why forward passes from dummy-half are missed

7:58 — Which club could win four premierships in a row?

11:52 — Why an NRL wildcard competition is a bad idea

14:40 — Should Michael Maguire coach NSW, the Kiwis or Broncos?

15:03 — Rugby league’s most passionate player: Tommy Raudonikis

17:03 — Could Nathan Cleary switch to AFL or rugby union?

17:57 — Salary-cap floor and Hudson Young’s value

19:51 — Adam Reynolds’ memoir title

20:09 — Robbie Farah vs Jason Taylor

22:55 — Panthers resting players and betting odds

23:28 — Tigers / Hull FC

23:49 — Is Craig Fitzgibbon under pressure at the Sharks?

25:16 — Why the Roosters are still a premiership threat

26:45 — Should Sifa Talakai’s suspension carry into next season?

27:40 — Will the NRL introduce a wildcard game?

28:29 — PNG safety concerns for travelling fans

30:20 — When is Kenty’s next book?

30:31 — Would Kenty join the NRL rules committee?

32:00 — Where Kenty’s love of footy began

35:12 — Outro

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Prime Time

Paul Kent, Warren Livingstone and Paul Crawley review the NRL season ahead of finals, breaking down the teams that have lived up to expectations — and those that have fallen away.

The panel explains why Penrith remain the team to beat, assesses the Warriors and Roosters as genuine contenders, and unpacks the Tigers’ latest off-field dramas. Plus, the Bulldogs’ identity problem, Todd Payten’s Cowboys turnaround, whether the Dolphins can go all the way, and what has gone wrong at the Broncos under Michael Maguire.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 — Season Review: Who Got It Right and Wrong?

14:34 — Penrith: Still the Team to Beat

20:27 — Warriors: Genuine Premiership Contenders?

26:24 — Roosters: Can Experience Deliver Another Title?

33:33 — Tigers’ Season Unravels

41:56 — Bulldogs: Where Has Their Identity Gone?

46:27 — Cowboys’ Turnaround Under Todd Payten

49:55 — Dolphins: Contenders or Pretenders?

54:17 — Broncos’ Crisis: What Has Gone Wrong Under Madge?

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Paul Kent breaks down Hudson Young’s future after PNG’s pursuit fell over, and why the NRL’s “national value” ruling could reshape player recruitment.

Kenty also weighs in on Darius Boyd’s Queensland coaching appointment, the uncertainty around North Queensland’s coaching situation, and the NRL’s proposed 10-team finals system.

Plus, a full final-round preview: Bulldogs vs Broncos, Rabbitohs vs Roosters, Warriors vs Manly, Cowboys, Sharks, Panthers and more.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 - Hudson Young, PNG & the NRL Salary-Cap Ruling

10:30 - Darius Boyd Appointed Queensland Origin Coach

12:30 - North Queensland’s Coaching Uncertainty

16:00 - NRL’s Proposed 10-Team Finals System

19:00 - Final Round Preview Begins

20:00 - Bulldogs vs Broncos

22:00 - Rabbitohs vs Roosters

23:00 - Warriors vs Manly

25:00 - Cowboys’ Finals Preparation

27:00 - Sharks, Roosters & Resting Players

29:00 - Panthers vs Tigers

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz

Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league — from Parramatta’s halfback puzzle to more dysfunction at the Broncos.

Kenty unpacks Ronald Volkman’s future at the Eels and what it means for the club’s plans around Mitchell Moses and JArome Luai. He also takes aim at Brisbane’s response to the ground-announcer controversy, weighs in on South Sydney’s Allianz Stadium future, and explains why the NRL’s restart-rule trial needs to go further.

Plus, Andrew Webster vs Ivan Cleary for Coach of the Year, Max King’s likely PNG move, the double standard around Luai’s trip to Port Moresby, and the bunker blunders hurting Addin Fonua-Blake and Thomas Jenkins.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:30 - Ronald Volkman’s Eels Future & Parramatta’s Halfback Puzzle

6:35 - Broncos’ Ground Announcer Drama: “A Shit Go”

8:50 - Roosters Rest Players for Souths Showdown

11:35 - South Sydney’s Allianz Stadium Future

13:30 - NRL Restart Rule Trial: Make It Compulsory

17:08 - Coach of the Year: Andrew Webster or Ivan Cleary?

20:14 - Max King to PNG?

21:45 - Jarome Luai vs Nathan Cleary: A Double Standard?

25:02 - Bunker Blunders: Fonua-Blake & Thomas Jenkins Denied

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The finals are nearly here and Team List Tuesday has delivered mass changes across the NRL.

Kenty breaks down why Penrith, the Roosters, Warriors and Sharks are resting key players, whether the NRL needs a pre-finals bye, and the impact it could have on the finals race.

They also unpack the controversial kick-off experiment, Cam McInnes’ criticism of constant rule changes, and why the bunker’s handling of the Tom Jenkins try has reignited calls for a major overhaul.

⏱️ TIMECODES

00:25 — Team List Tuesday: Mass Restings and Finals Chaos

10:11 — Cam McInnes Blasts the NRL’s Constant Rule Changes

19:58 — The Controversial Kick-Off Experiment

20:32 — Cam McInnes on Player Welfare and Rule Changes

27:50 — The “Wizard of Oz” Bunker Rant

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A special week in the NRL — Jai Arrow's emotional farewell scenes on the Gold Coast, and Jett Cleary's touching NRL debut in front of his whole family. Plus, the Broncos admit they botched the Reynolds situation, Jerome Luai's PNG trip raises eyebrows, and the Roosters' two-game skid costs them a home final as Sam Walker faces a lengthy injury layoff.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:35 - Jai Arrow's Emotional Farewell on the Gold Coast

02:15 - Broncos Admit They Got Reynolds Situation Wrong

07:27 - Saifiti Facing Grand Final Ban

09:40 - Luai's PNG Trip Sparks Concerns

11:51 - Parramatta's Wishlist Sparks Cap Questions

11:51 - Ad Break

15:49 - Jett Cleary's Emotional NRL Debut

20:44 - Roosters Lose Finals Hosting Rights to Dolphins

21:37 - Sam Walker Facing Lengthy Injury Layoff

27:33 - Bulldogs' Disappointing Season, Galvin Shines

28:43 - Cronulla in Free Fall Ahead of Finals

30:46 - Vale Tony Mundine

32:34 - Outro & 100K Subscribers

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Kenty answers the rugby league questions fans are actually asking.

This week, Kenty shares the wild story of the Johns brothers’ bloody Newcastle fallout, plus other unforgettable training-ground fights. He also tackles the wrestle and six-again debate, explains why the Warriors are the NRL’s best story, and weighs up the recruitment and salary-cap challenges facing PNG and Perth.

Plus: private equity’s impact on the game, the history of the six-tackle rule, why tanking does not work under the salary cap, third-party deals, expansion drafts and whether fans have lost their voice in rugby league. #AskKenty

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0:00 — Intro

0:20 — Training-Ground Fights: The Wildest Stories

4:00 — Joey Johns vs Matty Johns: The Bloody Fallout

7:30 — How Do You Stop the Wrestle?

10:00 — Why the Warriors Are the NRL’s Best Story

15:00 — PNG’s Salary-Cap and Roster Challenge

16:30 — Should Six-Again Be Changed?

17:30 — How Do Perth Recruit Players?

17:55 — Private Equity and the NRL’s Integrity

19:20 — The History of the Six-Tackle Rule

22:00 — Why NRL Clubs Cannot Tank for a War Chest

25:30 — Should Third-Party Deals Be Capped?

27:30 — Have Fans Lost Their Voice in Rugby League?

28:30 — Could an Expansion Draft Work?

29:30 — Is There Too Much NRL Content?

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Prime Time

Paul Kent, Warren Livingstone and Paul Crawley break down the biggest stories in rugby league — with Brisbane’s culture crisis front and centre.

The team unpacks the fallout from Adam Reynolds’ farewell backflip, Reece Walsh’s social-media storm and why the Broncos have lost their identity under Michael Maguire’s watch. They also debate the NRL’s proposed top-10 finals system, whether more rule changes are helping the game, and why PNG could enter the competition as a genuine super team.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:20 — Broncos’ Culture Crisis: Adam Reynolds, Reece Walsh and Madge

34:34 — NRL Top 10 Finals: A Wild-Card Money Grab?

43:22 — NRL Rule Changes: Kick-Offs, Six-Agains and Sin Bins

50:32 — PNG Super Team? Joey Manu and the Chiefs’ Big Build

58:11 — The PNG Tax Advantage Debate

1:03:20 — Can the Dolphins’ Build Offer a Blueprint?

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Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league — with the Broncos’ latest drama front and centre.

Kenty unpacks reports surrounding Adam Reynolds’ post-playing role and why Brisbane’s handling of the situation raises deeper questions about the club’s culture.

He also examines Papua New Guinea’s reported mega-offer for Nathan Cleary, makes his call on Coach of the Year, and previews a huge weekend of NRL action — including Broncos v Storm, Panthers v Bulldogs, Roosters v Dolphins and more.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 - Welcome to Kenty Blitz

0:42 - Broncos in crisis: Adam Reynolds and Brisbane’s culture

5:40 - PNG’s reported $1.5 million tax-free offer for Nathan Cleary

10:35 - Coach of the Year: Andrew Webster or Justin Holbrook?

13:20 - PointsBet segment

15:10 - Broncos v Storm and the new kickoff-rule trial

17:05 - Manly v Dragons preview

17:45 - Panthers v Bulldogs: can Cameron Ciraldo outsmart Penrith?

20:05 - Titans v Rabbitohs: Jai Arrow’s emotional return

21:50 - Roosters v Dolphins: is James Tedesco playing?

24:00 - Cowboys v Wests Tigers: Todd Payten’s turnaround

25:05 - Concussion concerns in contact sport

27:10 - Warriors v Knights preview

28:05 - Eels v Sharks preview

29:05 - Wrap-up

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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz

Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league — and the Broncos’ latest drama is front and centre.

Kenty unpacks Reece Walsh’s social media controversy, Adam Reynolds’ farewell backflip and the growing questions around Brisbane’s culture under Michael Maguire.

He also looks at Queensland’s dwindling Origin coaching options, Paul Gallen’s brutal response to Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s boxing talk, and the latest on Jock Madden.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

2:31 - Bronco Backflips: Reece Walsh, Adam Reynolds and Brisbane’s dysfunction

22:36 - Queensland’s coaching crisis: Who actually wants the Origin job?

24:39 - Gal Comes Out Fighting: Paul Gallen unloads on Nelson Asofa-Solomona

28:30 - Jock Madden

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Adam Reynolds has been denied the Broncos farewell he wanted — and Kenty isn’t buying Brisbane’s explanation.

Kenty and the team also unpack Jai Arrow’s special Rabbitohs send-off, Jacob Preston’s Bulldogs re-signing, and why PNG’s tax-free advantage is already reshaping NRL player values. Plus, they debate the NRL’s new kick-off trial, Kevin Walters’ move to St Helens, and South Sydney giving Wayne Bennett the green light to coach Queensland.

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:19 - Arrow straight

04:43 - Reyno no go

11:15 - Preston stays

21:13 - Marquee value

22:16 - Kick on

25:27 - Saint Kev

27:28 - Rabbitohs say yes

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The Papua New Guinea Chiefs land their marquee man, confirming Joey Manu as player No.7 in a huge statement signing. Plus, the Sydney Roosters' run comes crashing down against the West Tigers and the Warriors steal top spot with a golden field goal.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:22 - Bulldogs' Casualty Ward Grows

01:44 - PNG Chiefs Confirm Joey Manu Signing

13:35 - Fans "Powerless" Against PNG's Tax-Free Advantage

17:16 - Roosters' Unbeaten Run Ends Against the Tigers

21:17 - Warriors Steal Top Spot With Golden Field Goal

28:39 - Tedesco Injury Mystery

32:01 - Sharks Scrape Past Titans

32:36 - Knights Blow Top-Four Shot on Old Boys Day

34:10 - Bulldogs Impress in Finals Push

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Kenty answers the rugby league questions fans are actually asking.

This week, Kenty breaks down Isaac Moses’ influence at the Knights, whether Sam Walker could land at South Sydney, and whether his ACL injury affects his next deal. He also weighs in on the Panthers’ late-season form, Latrell Mitchell’s return, how the NRL makes money from wagering, and Cooper Cronk’s move from Melbourne to the Roosters.

Plus: the future of PNG and Perth reserve grade, James Graham’s “dog of war” reputation, Jeff Fenech’s time at the Eels, and what the perfect NRL season should look like. #AskKenty

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0:00 — Intro

0:20 — Q1: Isaac Moses & the Knights

2:26 — Q2: Could Sam Walker Join Souths?

4:31 — Q3: Sam Walker’s ACL Injury

5:31 — Q4: Seibold vs the Walkers

13:53 — Q5: Metcalf Cover at the Dragons

14:44 — Q6: Panthers’ Losing Streak

15:26 — Q7: PNG & Perth Reserve Grade

17:50 — Q8: Latrell Mitchell’s Return

18:21 — Q9: Why Dummy Halves Point

19:34 — Q10: Where Fine Money Goes

20:34 — Q11: HIA for Head Contact

21:48 — Q12: How the NRL Makes Wagering Money

23:41 — Q13: Cooper Cronk’s Move to Sydney

26:48 — Q14: Best Player Never to Win a Premiership

27:54 — Q15: 2019 Grand Final vs 2025 Semi

29:08 — Q16: James Graham — Last Dog of War?

30:32 — Q17: Jeff Fenech & the Eels

34:48 — Q18: What Is the Perfect NRL Season?

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Paul Kent and Paul Crawley debate where Ivan Cleary now sits among rugby league's greatest coaches after reaching 500 games, and why long-term coaches like Wayne Bennett and Craig Bellamy have survived where others burn out.

Plus, Kenty on the state of modern media, social media defamation, Bennett's power game, Penrith's pathways, Melbourne Storm's reported $150 million valuation, Bellamy's true value, and whether Gus Gould's Bulldogs project is starting to repeat the Penrith warning signs. #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Kenty on media, clicks and social media

08:49 - Ivan Cleary's place among the coaching greats

10:09 - Why modern coaching dynasties last longer

13:35 - How Bennett reinvented himself at Brisbane

15:06 - Warren Ryan, Bennett and the defence lesson

18:44 - What makes long-term coaches last

21:43 - Bennett's power game and player care

27:17 - Penrith's pathways and the junior talent machine

30:46 - Bellamy's value and Melbourne's $150M sale

36:10 - Gus Gould, Bulldogs pressure and the Penrith warning

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AJ Brimson has been granted permission to leave the Titans as Kenty breaks down why his utility value has left him without a clear position on the Gold Coast.

Plus Zane Harrison's potential PNG appeal, Payne Haas missing the World Cup, Andrew Webster's long-term Warriors deal, Melbourne's retirement blows, Ray Stone's throwback style and the biggest Round 25 previews. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Ivan Cleary's 500th

01:22 - AJ Brimson Exit Call

02:45 - PNG's Zane Harrison Watch

05:15 - Payne Haas World Cup Blow

06:19 - Webster's Warriors Extension

09:14 - Warriors Stability Model

12:44 - Storm Retirement Blows

14:43 - Ray Stone The Throwback

16:56 - Storm vs Panthers

18:18 - Raiders vs Broncos

20:57 - Knights vs Sea Eagles

24:35 - Saturday + Sunday Previews

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Queensland's search for a new Origin coach has turned into a mess as Kenty breaks down the candidates, the lack of appetite for the job and whether Wayne Bennett is still the emergency option.

Plus Clint Gutherson's season-ending injury, Daniel Atkinson's Dragons chance, Michael Cheika's Waratahs move, Latrell Mitchell's Souths return, Isaah Yeo's Panthers boost, Melbourne's $150 million valuation and the Tigers' latest surgery drama. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Queensland's Coaching Mess

01:20 - Ben Te'o's Next Move

02:00 - Darius Boyd Puts His Hand Up

02:48 - Origin's Club Coach Policy

03:40 - Mal's Queensland Sliding Doors

05:45 - Wayne Bennett's SOS Option

08:31 - Gutherson's Season Ends

09:00 - Atkinson's Dragons Chance

11:41 - Michael Cheika's NRL Snub

19:29 - Latrell's Souths Return

20:49 - Yeo's Panthers Boost

23:45 - Storm Sale + Tigers Turmoil

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Sam Walker's camp is frustrated as tension builds around the Roosters contract leak, PNG's November 1 threat and whether the halfback is still certain to stay.

Plus Daly Cherry-Evans' UK move, Cameron Smith knocking back Queensland, Latrell Mitchell's finals return, Josh Papalii's Raiders farewell, Braydon Trindall's injury call, Reece Walsh's World Cup blow, and the Kikau tackle debate. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Sam Walker Leak Tension

02:07 - PNG's November 1 Threat

06:27 - Walker's Roosters Obligation

08:52 - Walker Backs Himself

12:31 - Roosters At Walker's Mercy

14:49 - Daly Cherry-Evans To UK

18:36 - Cameron Smith Origin Snub

23:01 - Latrell's Finals Return

24:37 - Papalii's Raiders Farewell

26:37 - Trindall Injury Call

27:50 - Reece Walsh World Cup Blow

29:05 - Kikau Tackle Debate

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Sam Walker gets the points over Nathan Cleary as the Roosters make a statement against Penrith heading towards the finals.

Plus Manly's collapse, Kieran Foran's coaching test, Brisbane's staggering fall, Luke Metcalf and Tricky Trindall injury fears, and Kenty's frustration with the bunker and common sense in rugby league. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Roosters Topple Penrith

00:58 - Walker Gets Points Over Cleary

01:33 - Penrith's Yeo Problem

04:10 - Finals Injury Fears

05:05 - Manly's Collapse

07:01 - Foran's Coaching Test

11:44 - Broncos Fall Apart

14:15 - Metcalf Injury Blow

17:37 - Trindall Shoulder Concern

20:45 - Crichton Referee Controversy

25:10 - Mitchell Moses Penalty Drama

28:40 - Nawaqanitawase Disruptor Call

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Kenty answers the questions fans are actually asking.

Kenty dives into why Benji Marshall will come under real pressure at the Tigers, how PNG's tax-free advantage could affect player market values, and why the six again rule may be doing more damage than first expected.

He also gives his view on a 20-team finals format, Nathan Cleary's market value, agent fees, whether the NRL draft could return, clubs trying to work together against PNG, Penrith's premiership hopes without Isaiah Yeo, concussion clauses, future coaching minds, Bears and Chiefs depth, Alfie Langer, signing busts, the six-man bench, Warriors rebranding, Kevin Hastings, excessive force penalties, jersey number changes, field goals before halftime and Bears vs Titans. #AskKenty

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0:00 - Start

0:15 - Q1: Kenty's Haircut

0:39 - Q2: 20-Team Finals Format

2:07 - Q3: PNG Tax-Free Market Value

3:57 - Q4: PNG Agent Fees

4:19 - Q5: NRL Draft

5:49 - Q6: Clubs Working Against PNG

7:49 - Q7: Benji Marshall Pressure

9:27 - Q8: Panthers Without Isaiah Yeo

10:54 - Q9: Concussion Contract Clauses

11:59 - Q10: Future Great Coaches

13:50 - Q11: Bears & Chiefs Depth

15:08 - Q12: Alfie Langer's Legacy

16:36 - Q13: Biggest Signing Busts

17:25 - Q14: Six Again vs Six-Man Bench

20:19 - Q15: Warriors Rebrand

20:48 - Q16: Underrated 90s Players

23:43 - Q17: Excessive Force Penalties

24:42 - Q18: Forward Jersey Numbers

26:47 - Q19: Field Goals Before Halftime

27:32 - Q20: Bears vs Titans

28:17 - Outro

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Paul Kent and Paul Crawley unpack the concussion and CTE debate after the Geelong waiver controversy, with Kenty arguing the game sometimes has to protect players from themselves.

Plus Sam Walker's rejected Roosters offer, Robbo's reaction to the leaked contract story, whether the Roosters could be putting pressure on Walker, the PNG expansion threat, Jett Cleary's release request, Nathan Cleary's future, the Bulldogs' possible halfback play, and the pressure building again at the Wests Tigers. #NRL #RugbyLeague #PrimeTime

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00:00 - Kenty's CTE warning

00:18 - Sam Walker rejects the Roosters offer

04:21 - Walker backs himself before November 1

06:44 - Robbo fires up over the leaked story

08:47 - Did the Roosters lowball Walker?

10:54 - The clubs who could chase Walker

14:52 - Cap management and moving players on

17:19 - Mitchell Pearce, Cooper Cronk and club-first calls

20:20 - Bennett to Bondi and the leak that killed a deal

23:24 - Roosters, media power and leaked stories

27:35 - Robbo's message and the leak conspiracy

31:27 - PNG's Cleary and Walker play

32:35 - Jett Cleary, Nathan's future and Penrith's halves theory

42:11 - CTE, concussion waivers and player protection

58:28 - Dragons, Tigers and finishing the season with pride

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Kenty breaks down whether the 2026 NRL season deserves an asterisk as the six-again rule reshapes momentum, blowouts and the finals race.

Plus Murray Taulagi's French rugby move, Corey Horsburgh's Perth Bears deal, Matt Lodge's Super League lifeline, and every Round 24 preview. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Murray Taulagi Quits NRL

02:35 - Corey Horsburgh Joins Perth

03:39 - Why Middles Cost Big Money

11:05 - Parramatta CEO Exit + Matt Lodge

13:58 - NRL's Asterisk Season Debate

21:16 - Panthers vs Roosters

23:23 - Sea Eagles vs Dolphins

24:14 - Bulldogs vs Rabbitohs

25:51 - Sharks vs Raiders

27:06 - Broncos vs Warriors

27:45 - Knights vs Titans

29:10 - Tigers vs Dragons

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Sam Walker's Roosters talks are on hold as Kenty breaks down why the stalled deal opens the door for PNG to chase a marquee halfback.

Plus Nathan Cleary's PNG wait, Ivan Cleary on Penrith's salary cap squeeze, Hudson Young's Raiders threat, Corey Horsburgh's Bears move, and Daly Cherry-Evans' Hull FC option. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Intro + Kenty's Darts Tactics

00:39 - Brian Smith Tribute

03:42 - Sam Walker Deal Stalls

06:59 - PNG Targets Cleary Or Walker

10:19 - Broncos Link Dismissed

13:50 - Ivan Cleary On PNG Pressure

16:03 - NRL's Tax-Free Problem

20:04 - Hudson Young PNG Threat

22:47 - Jacob Preston Contract Drama

24:16 - Corey Horsburgh Bears Move

27:31 - Daly Cherry-Evans To Hull FC

29:26 - Grand Final Hosting Fight

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Latrell Mitchell is back running at Rabbitohs training as South Sydney sweat on the superstar's return for their finals push.

Plus Ashton Ward's freak injury, Manly's slide, Corey Horsburgh's costly brain fade, Ricky Stuart's history with Corey Parker, Roosters-Panthers, the NRL's global round plans, the Southern Orcas' bold coaching play, AFL's grassroots threat and the third-v-fourth playoff debate. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Intro + Dave Trodden

01:06 - Latrell's Return Boost

04:28 - Ashton Ward's Freak Injury

05:53 - Rabbitohs Finals Fight

06:47 - Bulldogs, Manly + Finals Race

07:52 - Horsburgh's Costly Brain Fade

13:00 - Ricky Stuart vs Corey Parker

16:24 - Roosters vs Panthers

20:46 - NRL Global Round Gamble

26:06 - Southern Orcas' Robertson Play

30:25 - AFL's Grassroots Threat

33:34 - Third vs Fourth Playoff Debate

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Brian To'o is heading to PNG, with Kenty breaking down why the next Panthers domino has fallen and how the Nathan Cleary chase is still hanging over Penrith.

Plus the Warriors' Indigenous Round moment, Isaah Yeo's injury blow, the Roosters' minor premiership test, Luke Metcalf's Warriors claim, Cronulla's stumble, Manly's Foz problem, Bellamy's future and Ricky Stuart's Raiders spray. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Intro + Warriors Haka

02:26 - Brian To'o Joins PNG

04:23 - Nathan Cleary PNG Chase

06:49 - Panthers Injury Blow

11:13 - Roosters vs Panthers Minor Premiership Test

13:51 - Roosters' Game Management

16:31 - Luke Metcalf's Warriors Claim

18:16 - Sharks Stumble Against Dragons

21:20 - Cronulla Workload Theory

22:41 - Dean Young's Dragons Lift

23:41 - Manly's Foz Problem

26:46 - Bellamy Stays + Ricky's Raiders Spray

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Kenty answers the questions fans are actually asking.

Kenty dives into the anger around PNG's tax-free third-party advantage, whether clubs knew enough before taking the compensation payout, and why the Dally M voting system still leaves room for controversy.

He also gives his view on Phil Gould and NRL media bans, joint venture clubs, Nathan Cleary and PNG, playmakers moving to lock, Michael Maguire's NSW future, Arthur Beetson and Ron Massey stories, low-scoring football, the NRLW salary cap, player agent commissions, Lay Down Sally, public-interest journalism, Tasmania, Adelaide and 20/40 kicks. #AskKenty

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0:00 - Start

0:24 - Q1: Phil Gould Media Ban

2:22 - Q2: PNG Tax-Free Third Parties

4:18 - Q3: Joint Venture Clubs

5:11 - Q4: PNG Talking About Cleary

6:22 - Q5: Playmakers To Lock

8:00 - Q6: Madge Back To NSW?

9:07 - Q7: Arthur Beetson Stories

11:19 - Q8: Ron Massey & Jack Gibson

14:51 - Q9: Bozo Nickname

15:45 - Q10: Low-Scoring Football

17:40 - Q11: PNG Salary Cap

18:22 - Q12: PNG Fan Security

18:32 - Q13: Dally M Voting

23:00 - Q14: NRLW Salary Cap

23:39 - Q15: Player Agent Commission

24:34 - Q16: Lay Down Sally

27:29 - Q17: When Not To Run A Story

29:13 - Q18: PNG Injured Player Tax Rules

30:00 - Q19: Ryan Matterson

30:24 - Q20: Tasmania Games

31:29 - Q21: Adelaide Expansion

31:40 - Q22: 20/40 Kicks

32:45 - Outro

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Paul Kent and Paul Crawley break down the latest Tigers drama, comparing Lachlan Galvin's exit, Adam Doueihi's fallout and Jarome Luai's PNG Chiefs move, with Kenty arguing the deeper issue at Wests has still not been fixed.

Plus the finals contenders, Penrith's big halves call with Jack Cogger and Blaize Talagi, Andrew Webster's Warriors coaching job, Nicho Hynes' Cronulla turnaround, the coach of the year race, the Roosters' recruitment machine, Sam Walker's rise, Canterbury's finals threat and the six-again crackdown. #NRL #RugbyLeague #PrimeTime

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00:00 - Finals contenders and Penrith's big halves call

02:50 - Jack Cogger, Blaize Talagi and Ivan's finals move

06:14 - Why dropping players has changed

11:21 - Te Maire Martin, Webster and Warriors depth

19:18 - Nicho Hynes' confidence turnaround

24:57 - Can Cronulla hold their finals form?

26:08 - Addin Fonua-Blake's bench role

28:39 - Coach of the year debate

29:53 - Roosters recruitment, Robbo and DCE

33:21 - Tedesco's revival and the Roosters academy

37:20 - Savala, Ethan Strange and keeping young talent

41:27 - How great players change positions and the game

47:31 - Sam Walker, Nathan Cleary and copying Penrith

52:07 - Bulldogs vs Roosters and Canterbury's finals threat

01:01:00 - Galvin, Doueihi, Luai and the Tigers culture problem

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The PNG tax-free debate takes another turn as Kenty explains the third-party detail causing concern among clubs.

Plus Brandon Smith being cleared, the NRL's media-obligation crackdown, Australia's World Cup selection headache, and every Round 23 game preview. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Intro + PNG Tax-Free Twist

06:14 - Third-Party Mess Explained

12:52 - Brandon Smith Cleared + Media Snubs

17:47 - Kangaroos Selection Headache

21:46 - Titans vs Cowboys

22:36 - Warriors vs Panthers

23:39 - Roosters vs Bulldogs

25:15 - Storm vs Manly

26:52 - Dolphins vs Broncos

28:07 - Rabbitohs vs Eels

29:05 - Raiders vs Knights

30:07 - Dragons vs Sharks

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The clubs are filthy over PNG's tax-free salary cap detail, with Kenty calling out the NRL over what was left out of the expansion negotiations.

Plus the NRL's blowout problem, why the Bears could be in immediate trouble, Sharks finance concerns, Ryan Carr's Castleford fallout, Herbie Farnworth whispers, Adam Reynolds' Broncos finish and the media cop warning. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Intro + Blowout Crisis

01:07 - Roosters Smash Cowboys

03:25 - Tigers-Eels Low-Score Lesson

05:37 - Tries, Gambling + Broadcast Money

08:37 - Expansion Race + 20th Team

12:04 - Bears 100-Point Fear

16:00 - $100M Franchise Fee + Sharks Finance

19:10 - Ryan Carr Stood Down

20:42 - Dragons Recruitment

21:16 - Farnworth Whispers + Contract Timing

24:50 - Adam Reynolds' Broncos Finish

28:05 - PNG Tax-Free Fallout + Media Cop

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Kenty follows up on the NRL's proposed media cop, why the rule could become a Trojan horse for silencing criticism, and how it could reshape the way rugby league is covered.

Plus Johnny Gibbs' health battle, Nico Hynes' Cronulla revival, his goal-kicking record chase, the Wishart kick controversy, Tommy Turbo missing Manly's Perth trip and Matt King's Origin challenge. #Blitz #NRL #RugbyLeague

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00:00 - Media cop Trojan horse

05:49 - Johnny Gibbs diagnosis

08:45 - Nico Hynes revival

13:29 - Hynes' goal record chase

14:37 - Goal-kicking evolution

19:09 - Walsh kick controversy

21:01 - Turbo skips Perth

23:05 - Matt King's Origin challenge

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