NRL Rookie of the Year, When Will AJ Break the Record?, NRL Round 17 Preview & Roosters the Premiership Dark Horses

We break down the Rookie of the Year race for 2025 — will it be Iongi, Toia, Humphreys or Nawaqanitawase taking home the honours? We also look ahead to history in the making, as Alex Johnston edges closer to becoming the NRL’s greatest ever try scorer. When will he break Ken Irvine’s legendary record?Plus, we preview all the Round 17 action with key stats, tips and predictions, and finish off with your listener questions including who we think will be on the cover of the next Rugby League video game.FREE NRL TIPS & ENTER TO BE OUR 18TH MAN(18+) Sign up to Dabble: https://dabble.onelink.me/cUev/dndxwvo6Use code CASTPATROL when signing up.CAST STOREBuy CAST Merch: https://thecastpatrol.com.au00:00 Intro00:20 Tight Competition 04:14 Rookie Of The Year Contenders 05:54 Alex Johnston To Break Try Scoring Record 08:02 Sign Up To Dabble 08:49 Panthers vs Bulldogs Preview10:34 Sea Eagles vs Tigers Preview11:50 Broncos vs Warriors Preview14:01 Dragons vs Eels Preview16:06 Dolphins vs Rabbitohs Preview18:17 Storm vs Sharks Preview20:09 Titans vs Cowboys Preview22:31 Listener QuestionsFollow us @TheCastPatrol on all social media platforms to keep up to date with all things CAST and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.