Women’s Origin Recap, Rivalry Round Rippers & Bang Bang Returns | AOTG Ep. 26

The girls stepped up, the AFL fired back, and Bang Bang is officially on again.In this week’s Ahead of the Game – Sports Chat, Ryan and Jez open with a full wrap of Women’s Origin Game 1, praising the toughness, pace, and crowd energy that made it a legit standout on the footy calendar. NSW’s young guns delivered, Queensland were flat, and the commentary left a bit to be desired.Then it’s into Whatya Watchin’, where the boys realise the AFL might have just hijacked Magic Round weekend. Rivalry matchups like Swans vs Giants, Lions vs Suns, and Collingwood vs Geelong headline a stacked weekend that feels more blockbuster than anything the NRL can throw at it.Finally, the Bang Bang Bet-Off returns, with Ryan backing Ryan Papenhuyzen to score a double, and Jez firing back with Dylan Brown to cross against the Sharks. Stats, matchups and egos are on the line.Previews & betting insights at https://www.bets.com.auFollow: @TuxSportTakes & @Sports_Pez_Jez