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ABC NRL Daily
by ABC Australia
Andrew Moore and the ABC NRL team bring you your daily dose of NRL conversation. The team give you the context and depth beyond the headlines.
Episodes
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The 2026 Rugby League World Cup is on ABC listen
The 2026 Rugby League World Cup kicks off in Sydney this Thursday night, with Australia’s Kangaroos taking on New Zealand’s Kiwis in the tournament opener. ABC Sport will bring you every match live on ABC listen.
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NRL 2026 Grand Final Wrap Up
Catch the all the post match analysis and reaction from the 2026 NRL Grand Final with Andrew Moore and Luke Lewis, plus all the player reaction with Michael Carayannis, including interviews with Daly Cherry-Evan, Sam Walker and Clive Churchill medallist James Tedesco.
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Anthony Minichiello: People don't always understand the history of the Eastern Suburbs
Champion Sydney Roosters full back Anthony Minichiello is thrilled to see his former side into the Grand Final again. He told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis, Matthew Elliott and Michael Carayannis that while plenty has been made of Newcastle's working class roots the Eastern Suburbs has a similar...
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Darren Albert: It still makes the hair stand up on the back of my neck
It's 25 years since Newcastle played in a Grand Final and almost 30 since the remarkable Darren Albert try clinched the Knights first ever Premiership. He joined Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis, Ruan Sims and Michael Carayannis to explained how he feels fortunate to have scored that try - and to have…
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NRL Monday: We’re on Connor Watson watch
In the final NRL Monday for the year we discuss the epic preliminary final between Penrith and Newcastle, the send-off of Phoenix Crossland, and the injury suffered by Nathan Cleary. Newcastle’s General Manager of Football Chris James joins the show to chat about the Knights’ surge into the…
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NRL Sunday: Grand Final Sprint
Andrew Moore is joined by Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis one week out from Grand Final day! Manly winger Jason Saab talks about his journey into the Lebanon team ahead of the World Cup. We go back to 1996 and revisit the Sea Eagles' premiership win over the Dragons with David 'Cement'…
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NRL Monday: Michael Hagan loves Newcastle’s style and approach
On NRL Monday with Andrew Moore we review the contentious refereeing decisions made in the NZ Warriors v Newcastle game in Auckland. We’re joined by former Newcastle premiership winning coach Michael Hagan to reflect on the Knights’ incredible turnaround in 2026, the upset win over the Warriors,...
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NRL Sunday: Preliminarily Speaking
Andrew Moore is joined by Luke Lewis, Michael Carayannis and Matthew Elliott for NRL Sunday. Roosters utility and ABC Sport friend Connor Watson joins the boys after the Chooks' win over the Sharks in last night's semi final, and we also hear from their next-up opponent with Max Plath from the...
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Can the Roosters defy the 2026 bounce-back hoodoo?
NRL Saturday is jam-packed as Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis build up to tonight's semi-final between the Roosters and Sharks. They are joined by Luke Ricketson to unpack the Roosters' chances of bucking a trend that's held all season, with no team bouncing back following the…
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NRL Monday: Phoenix Crossland admits negative talk drives them
On NRL Monday with Andrew Moore we dissect week one of the finals and look ahead to week two. Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland also joins the show to discuss the Knights’ upset win over South Sydney and what they expect from the New Zealand Warriors in Auckland. Matthew Elliott swings by the...
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NRL Sunday: Darius Boyd "Queensland suits me now but I want to coach NRL one day"
Andrew Moore is joined by Luke Lewis, Michael Carayannis and Matthew Elliott for NRL Sunday. The team discusses the Kangaroos halves pairing for the upcoming World Cup, how last night's loss affects the Warriors premiership chances, plus why Queensland coach Darius Boyd thinks the Maroons…
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Tyson Frizell: "There's no second chances here for us"
It's finals time and Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis are locked in for a bumper show. They chat to Knights veteran forward Tyson Frizell; the General Manager of the PNG Chiefs, Michael Chammas; and in preparation for the upcoming Rugby League World Cup, Andrew Moore sits down with...
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NRL Monday: Michael Carayannis is all in on NRL World
Leading journalist Michael Carayannis is in studio to discuss the NRL’s plans to have a ‘Disneyland’ for rugby league, the surprise packets of the season, and the NRL abandoning Shark Park as a finals venue. Penrith centre Casey McLean also joins the show to discuss the club’s minor premiership...
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Luke Lewis: Canberra are going to do what Penrith have done
Andrew Moore is joined by Luke Lewis and Matthew Elliott for NRL Sunday. The team discusses what the future may hold for the Canberra Raiders, while Warriors veteran Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad joins the program. Plus, all the usual Sunday segments, including Six Again, First Thought, and We Get to...
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Keaon Koloamatangi: It's do or die now
Heading into another finals campaign, South Sydney prop, Keaon Koloamatangi, spoke with Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis about what the next month looks like for the Rabbitohs. MC’s Hammertime delivers some news, although even he admits it wasn’t his best work. And, ahead of his...
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NRL Thursday reacts to Darius Boyd becoming the Maroons coach
Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Ruan Sims react to the news that Darius Boyd will become the next Queensland coach. A Thursday night edition of MC’s Hammertime takes place as they discuss the news around Hudson Young. Later, Parramatta Eels forward Jack Williams joins the team for a chat.
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NRL Monday: Luke Lewis reckons the Sharks were soft against the Eels
North Queensland centre Jaxon Purdue joined NRL Monday with Andrew Moore to discuss the Cowboys’ topsy-turvy season, what they need to get right for the finals, and his preferred position. We also discuss which teams will provide the ideal grand final match-up, Brisbane’s horrible title defence,...
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Luke Lewis: I don't think the Roosters can win the NRL without Sam Walker
At the pointy end of the NRL season every incident can an amplified effect and that's the way it looks with the injury to Roosters' half back Sam Walker. He's facing surgery on his ankle that's likely to rule him out for the rest of the season and Luke Lewis told Andrew Moore and Matthew Elliott…
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Jai Arrow Walkout and Interview
A special event on ABC Sport as Jai Arrow - proud father, husband and NRL star walks out in front of a packed house at Robina Stadium for his 99th appearance as a South Sydney Rabbitoh. 0:20 - Jai Arrow walkout - called by Quentin Hull 4:53 - Alex Johnston try and full-time 6:42 - Cameron Murray...
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Scott Sorensen: We'd clicked into gear early in the week
In an ominous sign for the rest of the NRL Penrith showed a bit of their best gritty finals form to beat the Bulldogs in round 26. Back rower and top man Scott Sorensen told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis he felt a lift in intensity at training during the week. Plus there was a...
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Blake Solly: What felt like it might be difficult has been made really easy
There will be 2 emotional games left in this NRL season for South Sydney with Jai Arrow set to notch up his 99th & 100th appearances for the club. The Rabbitohs approached the NRL for special permission to name the Motor Neurone stricken player so he could reach his milestone. Souths CEO Blake...
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NRL Monday: Kevin Walters considers himself a career coach
With Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds announcing his retirement we talk about a long list of players calling it a day at the end of 2026. Kevin Walters joins the show to chat about his decision to quit as Kangaroos coach to take up a post with St Helens in the English Super League. Sydney Roosters...
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Max King: My Dad lied to me about how many tries he scored!
Canterbury prop Max King's 6th career try typified his team's performance in the round 25 win over St George Illawarra. He told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Matthew Elliott that it was their ability to save tries being scored that pleased him most. While he's not a regular scorer of the 4 points…
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Billy Walters: We get a lot of perks playing for the Broncos but that comes with a lot of pressure
It's been a season to forget for the Broncos in their Premiership title defence but they showed plenty of fight in their round 25 win in Canberra. Hooker Billy Walters missed most of the season and has been frustrated watching on while his team struggled. He told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and...
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Kristian Woolf credits consistency and defence for Dolphins' maiden finals appearance
Quentin Hull and Ryan Hoffman chat to Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf about their first ever finals appearance. Plus they discuss the majority stake purchase of the Storm and get the latest headlines in MC's Hammertime.
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NRL Monday: Dean Young denies there’ll be a mass exodus at the Dragons
St George Illawarra coach Dean Young joins Andrew Moore for NRL Monday to discuss the Dragons’ back-to-back wins, the spirit at the club, and speculated roster changes for next season. We also look at the issues at the Brisbane Broncos and whether Cronulla can still challenge for the title...
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Owen Pattie: I definitely want to help Canberra win something
This might not be the Raiders year but there's a raft of young talent at the club for fans to get excited about the future. Hooker Owen Pattie told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Matthew Elliott he's excited about the future and he want to repay Canberra's faith in him by winning them a trophy....
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Matt Dufty: Ben Hornby has believed in me since I was 17
One of the best stories of this NRL season has been the return of Matt Dufty to the competition. He returned from England to play in the NSW Cup but has become a mainstay of the South Sydney team as they look set to play finals. He told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis that Rabbits...
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Fletcher Sharpe: I'm starting to find what my football looks like at five-eighth
Newcastle's impressive season has seen Fletcher Sharpe develop his all round game. He told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Ruan sims that while he always saw himself as a full back, he's now loving his time in the halves. He also talked hair and why he rates his there's only one winner in the battle...
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NRL Monday: Chiefs GM Michael Chammas wants to compete from the outset
PNG Chiefs General Manager of football Michael Chammas joins Andrew Moore for NRL Monday to chat about the signing of Penrith star Brian To’o, the club’s recruitment process and, the overall impact the team is having in Port Moresby. We discuss the merits of the NRL’s plans for Global Round in…
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Jye Gray: In the first half we were playing with a smile on ours faces
South Sydney's man for all seasons Jye Gray had another high achieving game aa his team held on to beat Parramatta. He ran a game high 236 metres on the wing and crossed the line for a try in the stereo-typical game of 2 halves. He told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Ryan Hoffman that the first…
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Matt King: "We haven't scratched the surface for what a NSW coach can do"
Incoming New South Wales coach Matt King is already planning the defence of the Origin Shield. But he told Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis he wants the job to have an input across the board with Rugby League in the State. Despite being seen as one of the nicest guys in the game…
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NRL Monday: Get Well Gibbsy
Some sombre news on NRL Monday with Andrew Moore as we reveal our friend and colleague John Gibbs has cancer. New Zealand Warriors coach Andrew Webster joins the show to discuss the Wahs run into the finals. Matthew Elliott is in studio to react to Gibbsy’s news, he also gives us his thoughts on...
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Penrith Panther Isaiah Papali'i talks about how the Panthers turned it around against Canberra
Andrew Moore, Matthew Elliott and John Gibbs are back for NRL Sunday. They tackle the big issues in Six Again, and after Andrew's trip to Mudgee, the team discusses whether the NRL should continue taking games to regional centres. Following Penrith's win over Canberra yesterday, Panthers forward...
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Greg Inglis: I've found my passion and purpose
Greg Inglis was a champion on the field and an inspiration to many. He's admitted he struggled post career including a spending a spell in rehab but he's turned his focus to helping others with his "Stick With It" program. He explains what that is an his experiences helping others. Andrew Moore,...
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Diagnosis forces Broncos star Corey Jensen into early retirement
Broncos star Corey Jensen spoke to Quentin Hull and Grant Bell about his early medical retirement. The team also chat to Souths young gun Ashton Ward as the Bunnies prepare to play the in-form Sharks on Sunday.
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NRL Monday: Ruan Sims – “You can run at me.”
Andrew Moore unpacks the dramas at the Wests Tigers involving Adam Doueihi and insists the NRL must do more to help regional footy. Cronulla captain Blayke Brailey joins the show to discuss the Sharks’ recent hot form and road to the finals. Ruan Sims swings by the studio to chat about all things...
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NRL Monday: Ruan Sims tells NRLW critics to "run at me”
Andrew Moore unpacks the dramas at the Wests Tigers involving Adam Doueihi and insists the NRL must do more to help regional footy. Cronulla captain Blayke Brailey joins the show to discuss the Sharks’ recent hot form and road to the finals. Ruan Sims swings by the studio to chat about all things...
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Canberra Raiders Halfback Ethan Sanders hasn't ruled finals out yet
It's a bumper episode as Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs tackle the biggest topics in Six Again. After Canberra's massive win over Wests Tigers, Raider Ethan Sanders joins the program. Plus, First Thought is fast players, we get to know Chelsea Lenarduzzi in Getting to Know You, and…
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Have the Tigers hit rock bottom and Bulldogs CEO talks ticket prices
Ahead of the Bulldogs' clash with the Warriors, Canterbury CEO Aaron Warburton joined Andrew Moore, Michael Carayannis and Luke Lewis to discuss rising ticket prices and the introduction of players' names on the back of jerseys. Michael's Hammertime also provides the latest injury updates from...
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Doueihi Drama: "There's a breakdown there that we're not party to"
Another busy week of NRL headlines but none stranger than the Tigers theatrics. Andrew Moore, Matthew Elliott and Ruan Sims weigh in on the latest from Michael Carayannis regarding Adam Doueihi telling coach Benji Marshall he wasn't in the right head space to play this weekend. Elsewhere Cronulla...
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NRL Monday: Michael Carayannis reckons the Dragons had hit rock bottom
Leading rugby league journalist, Michael Carayannis drops by the studio for NRL Monday with Andrew Moore. They discuss the breaking news appointment of Dean Young as St George Illawarra coach for the next two years, how it’s all come unstuck at Wests Tigers, and his secret love of AFL. Exciting...
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"The player movement system in our game has gone from disgraceful to pathetic"
It's a bumper episode as Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs tackle the biggest topics in Six Again, discuss the player movement system after Jarome Luai was booed last night by Tigers fans, and in celebration of Women in League Round, the team chat to Gold Coast Titans majority owner Rebecca...
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Is Madge Maguire a parachute coach?
The Broncos started round 20 with an upset when they beat the top-of-the-table Panthers by two points and Broncos coach Michael Maguire joins Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis to discuss the win.
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Is the PNG Chief's tax-free salary good for the game or unfair advantage?
It's Women in League round, and Andrew Moore, Matt Elliott and Ruan Sims celebrate the women on and off the field that help build the rugby league community. MC has the latest news in MC's Hammertime. Plus, Andrew and Matt chat to Titans hooker Oliver Pascoe about how he found his best footy.
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NRL Monday: In awe of Jai Arrow’s attitude
Manly legend John Gibbs joins Andrew Moore in studio for NRL Monday. Gibbsy reflects on a sad/beautiful day for rugby league, the first home loss for the Sea Eagles under Kieran Foran, and he puts the red pen through Melbourne’s finals chances. We also replay our heart warming and heart wrenching...
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Anthony Field from The Wiggles says "we're all supporting Jai" Arrow
NRL Sunday with Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs get the party started with Australian music royalty before Jai Arrow's big celebration. Anthony Field from the Wiggles drops by to talk through Jai Arrow's bravery and the MND cause, how well Souths have done by throwing this party and his...
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Jai Arrow on why he's still "got a lot to live for"
Jai Arrow joins the team during the celebrations for his own 'World's Biggest Birthday Party' to chat through his treatment and health, the wedding this week and an upcoming trip to New York to watch the World Cup final. Arrow says he's "never been in a better mindset" in his life and explains…
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Laurie Daley fires back at NSW Origin doubters
Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis the news around Jarome Luai leaving the Tigers early. They chat to NSW Blues coach, Laurie Daley, about the incredible win by the Blues on Wednesday night to win the Origin Series on enemy turf. Plus, they chat to Warriors hooker Wayde Egan after…
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Tigers won't play finals with Luai leaving and the PNG effect
On NRL Friday Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs spoke about the impact Jarome Luai's signing with the PNG Chiefs has had on the Wests Tigers with the club telling him this week he can leave at the end of this season. Luke Lewis says its the deathknell of the Tiger's 2026 finals campaign.…
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