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Sportscafe
by Sportscafe Media
Sportscafe is Australia’s (and NZ’s) sports entertainment show - covering NRL, AFL, cricket, netball and everything else you can think of - as well as the biggest moments in Aussie sport every week. Hosted by Big Bash legend Chris Lynn, State of Origin star Connor Watson and Tayla Montoya, with former All Black Marc Ellis causing trans-Tasman chaos and on-screen producer Ric Salizzo trying to hold it all together. Follow Sportscafe on Social Media.
Episodes
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Connor Watson on NRL Grand Final vs. Kalyn Ponga's Knights
Connor Watson has waited 11 years for his first NRL grand final – and on Sunday he'll (hopefully) line up against the Knights and his old housemate Kalyn Ponga. It's the last Sportscafe of 2026, and Marc Ellis joins the crew for the season finale. Connor talks grand final week and facing Ponga's...
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Grand finals pressure and the inspiration behind one of NRL's tries of the year.
It's finals season across both codes, and we've got the perfect guests for it. Brownlow Medallist and three-time Brisbane Lions premiership player Simon Black joins us to gives us insights into AFL Grand Final, where he has the honour of presenting the premiership cup. He talks through what grand...
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NRL Semis: Who Wins & Who's Going Home?
Connor breaks down the Roosters' qualifying final loss to Penrith, what has to change against Cronulla on Saturday night, and where Sam Walker's recovery is at. Plus the crew debates the Sydney Sweeney betting ad, meets a 17-year-old who kicked the winner two weeks running, and our debate about…
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Laurie Daley on NRL Finals & Do The Warriors Get Special Refereeing Treatment?
Laurie Daley joins us three days out from finals week, with a read on the premiership race, the Blues' Origin decider, and an answer on whether he'd ever take an NRL head coaching job. Then Joey lays out an officiating theory about Mt Smart and The Warriors that's going to cost him a few friends…
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Roger Tuivasa-Sheck: The Otara Kid Who Became A Warrior
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck joins Marc Ellis and Ric Salizzo on Herbie for Sportscafe Legends. He's played for the Roosters, the Warriors, the Kiwis, Toa Samoa, the Blues and the All Blacks. This is his last NRL season before a two-year deal at Wakefield Trinity - and with a knee reconstruction behind…
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Connor Watson Playing In Jai Arrow's Last Game & Craig Wing On Roosters-Rabbitohs Rivalry
On Friday night at Allianz, Connor Watson runs out against South Sydney in Jai Arrow's 100th and final game for the club - an appearance the NRL changed its interchange rules to allow after Arrow's MND diagnosis forced him to retire in May. Connor, Tayla and Lynny break down the scenes on the…
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Lucy Lawless: The Mount Albert Girl Who Became A Warrior Princess
In episode three of Sportscafe Legends, Marc Ellis and Ric Salizzo sit down on Herbie the housebus with Lucy Lawless - Xena: Warrior Princess herself. She grew up in Mount Albert with no fences and no curfew, was nicknamed "uncoordinated" at school, and then spent six years and 24-episode seasons...
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Sir Michael Jones: The West Auckland Kid Who Became an All Blacks Legend
In episode two of Sportscafe Legends, Marc Ellis and Ric Salizzo sit down on Herbie the housebus with La'auli Sir Michael Jones: 1987 World Cup winner, 55 tests, and the man John Hart once called almost the perfect rugby player. He takes us back to West Auckland, where he grew up with 15 people...
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Matthew Ridge & Marc Ellis’ New TV Show? Catching Up on Herbie, Bali & Ego
Welcome to LEGENDS - a new show from Sportscafe Media, hosted by Ric Salizzo and Marc Ellis, filmed on board Herbie, the 1971 Bedford bus. Episode one: Manly Sea Eagles and New Zealand Warriors legend Matthew Ridge. Fresh off travelling the length and breadth of New Zealand - Ridgey joins the…
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Warriors Haka: Inside the Moment That Stunned the NRL
Alofiana Khan-Pereira has been at the Warriors for five months, but the star winger joins us to talk about standing in the V at Go Media Stadium for the first pre-match haka in NRL history - the goosebumps, the noise when it finished, and what it meant to a kid born in Lismore who only…
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Cathy Freeman: When The Whole of Australia Was Riding on One Race!
Cathy joins the Sportscafe chaos and cricket legends Merv Hughes and the late great Dean Jones in the madness.
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Glenn Maxwell Reacts To Clicky Ponting & Hits Out At Blooding Young Players
Glenn Maxwell joins Sportscafe from Melbourne - and when the boys bring up the finger-clicking scandal that's engulfed English club cricket this week, Maxwell starts doing some maths on his own career. He's got a theory about a few dismissals in his grade cricket days... Also this week: Calum…
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George Best Bet He Could Play 90 Minutes Without His Right Foot
George Best joins the Sportscafe couch - Manchester United, the European Cup, the 60s, and the bet he made with his mates about his right foot. He talks about leaving Belfast at 15 and going home the next day, becoming the fifth Beatle after a night in Portugal, why he took off to America, and…
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Victor Radley On Origin & Why He's Stopped "Smashing People In The Face”
Victor Radley is a changed man but still manages to lead the show astray. Victor the Inflictor joins Joey, Connor and Taylor in studio and holds nothing back: his first game co-captaining the Roosters, what it was like on the inside of THAT Origin series with Laurie Daley, the moment with Teddy…
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He Fought Off a Shark With His Fishing Rod
A shark attacked him waist-deep off the New Zealand coast - so he fought it off with his fishing rod. In this classic extract from the Sportscafe TV show, Marc Ellis and the panel sit down with the fisherman who became the bait, and the story only gets better from there: what the doctors found…
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Michael Klim: Can Australia Dominate The Commonwealth Games?
Australia has set itself a massive target at the Commonwealth Games - but is it actually realistic? We put it to a man who's stood on top of the podium in the green and gold: swimming legend Michael Klim. Michael joins the boys to talk Glasgow, the swimmers to watch, Cam McEvoy flipping training…
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Marc Ellis Shocks Supermodel Elle Macpherson
Only on Sportscafe could this happen. Marc Ellis comes face to face with Australian supermodel Elle Macpherson - and handles it exactly as you'd expect. She even left the crew a signed note: "Love & kisses to the Sportscafe crew. Big hugs, Elle." Subscribe for more classic Sportscafe moments...
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NRL Star Nicho Hynes Nearly Gave His Record Away
Nicho Hynes had a record-breaking night against the Dolphins - and he was the last person to find out. He tells the crew exactly how he learned what he'd done, and about the one decision minutes earlier that nearly meant it never happened. The Central Coast connection runs deep this week, with...
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The Rule Change Origin Actually Needs & Jahral Yow Yeh on 2026 Broncos
Sportscafe the ShowJoey reckons he's fixed State of Origin with one rule change - and the crew can't decide if it's genius or the dumbest thing he's ever said. Plus: Broncos legend Jharal Yow Yeh joins us in the studio and does NOT hold back on the eight-game losing streak - or the Dolphins. The...
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Origin Game 3: The Decider That Will Define Both States
It all comes down to this. One game apiece, one night at Suncorp, and 80 minutes to decide the 2026 Origin series. Connor Watson, Chris Lynn, Tayla Montoya and Joey preview the decider from both sides of the border - Kalyn Ponga's shot at redemption after his Game 1 send-off, the Blues' bold...
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State of Origin Game 3: Can Changes Save NSW From QLD?
The Origin Game 3 squads are out - and not everyone's happy. Joey, Tayla Montoya, Chris Lynn and Connor Watson break down every selection, every snub, and whether NSW's changes are enough to stop a Queensland side that's been the best team in the series. Plus: Ben Stokes announces his retirement...
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Sam Walker Responds to His Origin Critics
Game 2 State of Origin Man of the Match Sam Walker joins the boys fresh off one of the best Origin performances in recent memory. Sam opens up on silencing his critics, backing up for club footy days after Origin, the Victor Radley melee (and why he made the call to stay out of it), his family's...
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How Far Can The Socceroos Go?
Australia beat Turkey 2-0 and suddenly everyone's a Socceroos fan. We sit down with former Danish goalkeeper, turned Aussie, Thomas Sorensen, to break down the win, the Patrick Beach gamble that paid off, and whether Australia can genuinely go deep in this tournament. Plus the New York Knicks…
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Kane Evans' Brave Interview & Special Guest Manly's Jamal Fogarty
Kane Evans' brave coming-out interview stopped the rugby league world this week - and our panel know him better than most. Tayla lived alongside Kane in the Warriors Covid bubble, Connor played two seasons with him at the Roosters, and the boys share what he's really like and what his interview...
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Connor Watson Confirms Next Clubs & Canberra's Tom Starling Lays Down Childhood Challenge
Connor Watson takes us inside his next move and how he sorted his future while still pulling on the boots for the Roosters. Plus Canberra Raiders hooker Tom Starling joins the panel, drags up the Avoca Beach childhood rivalry, and throws down a challenge ahead of the boys facing off this week.…
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State of Origin Controversy! Cooper Johns Interrogates Connor Watson’s PNG Trip & Grills New Host
State of Origin Game 1 is done, and it was a wild one. The Sports Cafe crew breaks down every moment, from the controversial Kayln Ponga send-off to James Tedesco's remarkable comeback performance. Cooper Johns joins the show as a special guest, sharing stories from Magic Round, his coaching…
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Kalyn Ponga, Matthew Hayden, Brad Thorn & More - Best Of Sportscafe So Far!
Legends. Chaos. Zero filter. This is the best of Sportscafe so far - every moment that had us absolutely losing it, all in one place. If you're new here, this is where you start. If you've been here from the beginning, sit back and enjoy. Back next week with another new episode!
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Roosters Star Angus Crichton & Swans Star Chad Warner Go Head to Head!
In one of the biggest episodes of Sportscafe Australia, we sit down with Sydney Roosters star Angus Crichton and Sydney Swans midfielder Chad Warner for a blockbuster conversation covering both codes. Angus opens up about his final season as a Rooster - eight years, 150+ games, and the emotional...
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Cody Ramsey's Return, Connor Watson's Future & Armoured Fighting Explained!
In this episode, Connor Watson gives his personal account of Cody Ramsey's incredible return to the NRL after 1,337 days - including details about Cody's battle with ulcerative colitis that you won't have heard anywhere else. We also sit down with NSW Blues Women's State of Origin winner Tiana...
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Ian Roberts: The Man Who Terrified the NRL
Is Ian Roberts one of the most fearless man to ever play rugby league? The Manly and NSW State of Origin enforcer who terrified opponents for over a decade - and in 1995, became the first rugby league player in the world to come out as gay. Thirty years later, no active NRL player has followed....
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Carlton Under Fire… Then a Coach Gets Sacked
Carlton is under serious pressure… but what does it actually feel like when a mental crisis hits mid-game? We talk to a legend about experiencing it firsthand, then break down the St George Illawarra Dragons coach sacking - and what happens inside a club when everything falls apart. And…
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Kalyn Ponga Like You've Never Seen Him
Kalyn Ponga joins the crew this week — opening up on his hamstring recovery, State of Origin availability, the new disruptor rule, pledging allegiance to the Kiwis, and whether the mullet era is incoming. Connor Watson is also firmly in the NRL soap opera spotlight with his contract future up in...
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NRL vs. AFL: Who's Most Passionate? Plus Sheffield Shield Winning Coach, Ryan Harris!
We get diehard NRL fans and ask them the question: Are AFL fans better? Former Australian fast bowler and double Sheffield Shield-winning coach Ryan Harris explains why batters are softer than bowlers. We also talk to someone about to conquer Everest and ask him: mountaineer or mountainer? Plus,...
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Manly Legend Gets Behind Coach Foran & Connor Watson Blindsided by Angry Fan!
Steve ‘Beaver’ Menzies shares his take on Manly’s coaching shake-up and his views on modern headgear. Meanwhile, an angry Manly fan refuses to apologize for his heated call to Connor Watson, and Marc Ellis checks in live from Japan—right between his geisha visits!
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The Truth About the Broncos & Connor Watson on Overcoming Penrith Loss
Chris Lynn challenges the goings on at Bronco’s HQ And Connor Watson talks about how much it hurts and how he plans to bounce back. Marc Ellis manages to insult a Matilda’s legend 3 times while trying to give her praise. And there is more chaos than usual as Tayla Montoya has had enough and the...
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Gorden Tallis Fires Back at Critics! Connor Watson in the Middle of NRL History
This week on Sportscafe, the crew breaks down one of the great moments in recent NRL history - Alex Johnson's record-breaking try for the Roosters against the Souths, and the 20,000 fans who decided the rules didn't apply to them. Connor Watson was on the field that night, on the wrong side of...
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Roosters vs Rabbitohs: Inside NRL's Most Heated Rivalry
This week on Sportscafe, it's rivalry week - and the most heated derby in the NRL is front and centre. Roosters star Connor Watson joins the panel fresh off a loss to the Warriors, giving us the inside word on what Roosters vs Rabbitohs week really feels like in the eastern suburbs. Plus, AFL...
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NRL 2026 Is Heating Up! Steve Renouf on the Early Drama
The NRL season is underway and it’s already delivering drama. NRL legend Steve Renouf joins Sportscafe to break down the biggest talking points from the opening round of the 2026 NRL season. From early season pressure on contenders, to standout performances across the league, Renouf gives his...
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NRL Heads to Vegas! AFL Star's Inside Scoop & Ice Hockey Fight Rules Explained
NRL heads to Vegas... and that’s just the start of a wild week in sport. This week on Sportscafe: • The NRL’s Vegas takeover and Tayla's plans for the week • AFL star Jesse Hogan gives his inside take on State of Origin • Why ice hockey fights are actually allowed - and how the rules really work,...
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State of Origin’s Biggest Change Ever! Ian Healy on Australia’s World Cup Disaster
NRL Star Connor Watson reacts to the bombshell announcement that State of Origin is heading to Eden Park in Auckland, and debates what it means for the future of the series, along with the new eligibility changes that could reshape Origin. We also sit down with Australian cricket great Ian Healy,...
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Australia’s Super Bowl Winner & Payne Haas’ Shock Move
We are back with another episode of Sportscafe - and this week, we unpack the incredible story of Sydney-born punter Michael Dickson, who helped the Seattle Seahawks win Super Bowl LX, becoming one of the few Australians ever to claim a Super Bowl ring. We also react to one of the biggest NRL...
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Have Standards in Modern Sport Dropped? ft. Footy Legend, Brad Thorn
Chris Lynn, Conor Watson and Tayla Montoya kick off the new year by catching up with co-producers Marc Ellis and Ric Salizzo to unpack what they’ve been up to over the break. Chris shares his cricketing hiccup in Malaysia, Conor reflects on tackling the Kokoda Track with the Roosters during...
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Big Bash Legend Chris Lynn: Get to Know Him on Sportscafe Summer Session.
After becoming the first man past 4000 Big Bash runs with a blisterring knock on New Years Eve, Chris Lynn gets the SportsCafe Treatment.
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Sportscafe Summer Sessions: Do Men Actually Listen to What Women Tell Them?
Tayla Montoya proves that men don't listen (especially on this show) but Chris Lynn and Marc Ellis have an interesting counter arguement . And then carnage ensues
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Steve Smith vs Aaron Gocs: The Viral Ashes Moment + Beau Miles’ Kokoda Advice
Comedian Aaron Gocs joins Sportscafe to break down THAT viral Ashes moment with Steve Smith - what actually happened, what Gocs could see from the stands, and how he accidentally became the most talked-about fan at the test. We also dive into Beau Miles’ unique advice for Connor ahead of his...
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Why Australia Keeps Winning: Snake Theory, Bazball Fury & Bondi Rescue Star’s Big Wave Record
In this episode of Sportscafe , the crew unpack Marc's theory about Australia's sporting dominance, and solicit the help of Stuart McKenzie, renowned snake wrangler, to put it to the test. We cover the chaos in the Aussie sports media over Bazball and the upcoming Ashes fixtures. We're also…
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Aussie’s Ashes Triumph,Supercars Showdown & Competitive Jousting Explained
Australia is firing on all cylinders this week - The Ashes drama, Supercars final, Formula 1 and more. In this episode, the crew unpack a massive weekend across cricket, motorsport, NRL, F1 and netball. We’re joined by Supercars driver Scott Pye and Ryan Wood, who help us preview the Adelaide 500...
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Travis Head Goes Bazball & Supercars Adelaide Showdown! Jousting 10 Year Ban Revealed
Australia is firing on all cylinders this week - The Ashes drama, Supercars final, Formula 1 and more. In this episode, the crew unpack a massive weekend across cricket, motorsport, NRL, F1 and netball. We’re joined by Supercars driver Scott Pye and Ryan Wood, who help us preview the Adelaide 500...
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Aussie Ashes Confidence Sky-High, Chris Lynn KOs Jogger & Sam Walker on Roosters Culture
The Ashes are here and Chris Lynn gives us the inside scoop on Aussie's chances, as well as a wild story about taking out a passerby while hitting sixes for charity. We’re also joined by Sam Walker, who takes us behind the scenes of the Roosters culture, and his hectic off-season schedule. Plus:–...
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R360 REACTION as Marc Ellis adds to the havoc live from bar in Argentina
R360 and NRL signings is the new soap opera starring Payne Haas, Dale Cherry-Evans and Reece Walsh. Meanwhile… Marc Ellis checks in LIVE from a bar in Argentina wearing AirPods and attends a legendary Boca Juniors game to give his emotional report. The team also debate whether State of Origin is...
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Sportscafe is Australia’s (and NZ’s) sports entertainment show - covering NRL, AFL, cricket, netball and everything else you can think of - as well as the biggest moments in Aussie sport every week. Hosted by Big Bash legend Chris Lynn, State of Origin star Connor Watson and Tayla Montoya, with former All Black Marc Ellis causing trans-Tasman chaos and on-screen producer Ric Salizzo trying to hold it all together.
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