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March 18, 2026

Newcastle's $2.7m headache & the Xerri exit strategy

In the latest episode of Rugby League Insider, the conversation centres on the brewing storm at Belmore, a massive injury crisis in Newcastle, and the enduring magic of suburban football.

March 18, 2026

Kent back on Blitz deck to discuss AJ's record, Xerri departure and more

In this episode of Kenty Blitz, Paul Kent makes his highly anticipated return to the panel following a significant health-related hiatus. The discussion spans the fallout from South Sydney’s historic milestone, the Prime Minister’s involvement, the brutal roster management at the Bulldogs, and a potential multi-million pound takeover of the English Super League.

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March 18, 2026

Ex-NRL star charged over alleged Moore Park brawl

Ex NRL star Curtis Scott is back in the headlines after he spent the night behind bars after being hit with a string of violent charges following an alleged late-night blow-up in Sydney.

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March 18, 2026

Manly owners say Seibold safe, club not for sale

Pressure is mounting on Anthony Seibold as Manly’s slow start to the season intensifies scrutiny on the under-fire coach, despite the club’s owners insisting they are not contemplating an exit.

Rugby League
March 17, 2026

Kent’s cancer battle reshaping perspective as he reflects on Frilingos tragedy

Veteran rugby league journalist and close friend of the Fanatics Paul Kent has opened up on his cancer battle in a raw and emotional return to Kenty Blitz, detailing the physical toll of treatment while revealing how the experience has fundamentally changed his outlook on life - and rugby league itself.

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March 16, 2026

Roosters petty stink with the PM + Xerri drama

In this episode of Kenty Blitz, the panel discusses the fallout from a high-stakes weekend in the NRL, covering historic try-scoring records, disciplinary issues, and the ongoing recruitment drama at the Bulldogs.

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March 16, 2026

Hooper, McDonald & Savage on Xerri's bombshell & AJ breaking the record

In this episode of Rugby League Insider, the panel dissects a massive weekend of NRL action that was dominated by off-field bombshells and historic milestones.

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March 17, 2026

Hoops' Tuesday Takedown: Dean Ritchie's new jacket overshadows Brent Read's Leichardt rant

Watching NRL 360 last night and couple of things caught my eye. The first was Dennis the Bullfrog’s jacket. Borrowed it straight out of Billy Birmingham’s wardrobe - the beige, the cream, the white, the off white, the ivory.

NRL reveals boom Las Vegas, Round 2 viewership results

Off the back of a blockbuster season opener in Las Vegas that drew 2.1 million viewers - up 7 per cent on last year’s event - the NRL continued its strong start in Round 2, with viewership up 15 per cent compared to the same stage in 2025.

Rugby League
March 17, 2026

Chooks' introduce new E-bike rules after clumsy crash

The Sydney Roosters have introduced a strict set of new safety rules for players using e-bikes and scooters after centre Billy Smith suffered concussion in a fall last week.