🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast
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James Hooper is joined by Craig Gower and Christian Nicolussi to unpack the biggest rugby league talking points.
The team discuss the latest mail linking AJ Brimson to the PNG Chiefs, whether the Perth Bears have the roster to compete, and the debate over PNG’s tax-free recruitment advantage.
Plus, Sam Walker’s contract standoff with the Roosters, Australia’s World Cup win over New Zealand, Kalyn Ponga’s injury, David Fifita’s resurgence under Wayne Bennett, Josh Addo-Carr’s uncertain Parramatta future and Eli Katoa’s recovery.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider
1:37 — PNG Chiefs recruitment and AJ Brimson transfer mail
5:14 — Can the Perth Bears compete? Roster concerns and expansion debate
15:10 — PNG’s tax-free advantage, player lifestyle and recruitment challenges
20:55 — PNG’s halfback hunt: Cleary, Walker
23:53 — Sam Walker’s Roosters deadline and contract standoff
35:25 — World Cup reaction: Australia overcome New Zealand
36:43 — Kalyn Ponga’s injury and the Kiwis’ chances
41:36 — Can Tonga and Samoa challenge Australia?
43:22 — David Fifita’s resurgence and Kangaroos opportunity
47:13 — PNG Chiefs logo, jersey reveal and naming dispute
50:50 — Josh Addo-Carr’s uncertain Parramatta future
54:32 — Is Jack Bostock the best winger in the game?
55:03 — Eli Katoa’s recovery and potential return
59:39 — Tonga team news and final wrap-up
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