Contenders to Season Enders

The NRL's finals race is reaching fever pitch with just three weeks of regular season action remaining, and we're dissecting all the crucial matchups that are shaping the premiership landscape.Storm edged Panthers in what might have been a grand final preview, but not without controversy. The talking point came when Harry Grant collided with Moses Leota during a field goal attempt, resulting in a penalty that wiped out the Penrith win. Was it the correct call? We break down why this moment might change how teams defend field goals moving forward.Sydney Roosters have hit their stride at the perfect time, with their lethal back three of Tedesco, Tupou, and Nawaqanitawase terrorising opposition defenses. Meanwhile, Manly's season effectively ended with a disappointing loss to the Tigers, raising serious questions about coaching and roster management heading into 2025.We tackle the growing trend of players switching international allegiances, with Payne Haas's announcement that he'll represent Samoa instead of Australia sparking debate about what this means for international rugby league. Should players be allowed to change nations after already representing one country?In a fun segment, we've assembled our dream rugby league team using only Premier League footballers past and present. From Roy Keane's mongrel at hooker to Cristiano Ronaldo's aerial prowess on the wing, we've crafted a squad that would intimidate any opposition.The Wallabies provided the sporting shock of the weekend by defeating South Africa at Ellis Park for the first time in 62 years. Does this result suggest the Australian rugby system is in better shape than many critics claimed after the Lions tour?Join us as we make our predictions for Round 25 and analyze which teams are peaking at the right time as the NRL heads toward finals. Subscribe now to keep up with all our rugby league insights and banter each week!