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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: World Cup Blowouts, Ipswich’s $200M Bid & PNG Chiefs Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the World Cup continues and the player market heats up. Kenty questions the tournament’s uneven matchups, the NRL’s international ambitions, and whether the game is doing enough to support grassroots clubs while AFL expands into rugby league territory. Plus, he discusses the Ipswich Jets’ reported $200 million expansion war chest, John Singleton’s involvement, and the colourful Newtown stories connecting the Jets of yesterday and today. Kenty also unpacks the PNG Chiefs’ jersey and naming dispute, Cooper Bai’s recruitment interest, Hudson Young’s contract situation, and the latest transfer talk involving the Roosters, Herbie Farnworth, Jack Bostock and Bradman Best. There’s also mail linking Newcastle with a pursuit of Harry Grant, before a preview of the weekend’s World Cup games. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Welcome & World Cup Mismatches 02:50 — Does Rugby League Need to Be a Global Game? 05:19 — Overseas Expansion v Funding Clubs at Home 07:30 — Rugby Union Comparisons & AFL’s Growing Footprint 10:57 — Ipswich Jets’ Reported $200 Million Expansion Bid 13:18 — John Singleton, Tommy Raudonikis & the Newtown Jets 15:56 — Clubs Going Broke & Why the Salary Cap Was Introduced 18:04 — Ipswich’s Newtown Connection & Alfie Langer 19:26 — PNG Chiefs’ New Jersey & Emblem 20:37 — Chiefs Naming Dispute with Super Rugby 22:16 — Cooper Bai, Hudson Young & PNG Recruitment 26:15 — Roosters Recruitment & Herbie Farnworth Talk 27:14 — Jack Bostock, Bradman Best & the Transfer Dominoes 29:02 — Newcastle’s Reported Interest in Harry Grant 30:24 — Tonga v Lebanon & the Cedars’ Origins 33:52 — Papua New Guinea v Samoa 34:21 — England v France & Fixing England’s Attack 36:09 — New Zealand v Cook Islands & Australia v Fiji 36:27 — Wrap-Up & Ask Kenty Questions Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Anthem Debate, Addo-Carr’s Future & Walsh’s Magic Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the World Cup sparks plenty of talking points. Kenty reflects on the opening weekend’s international action, Fiji’s emotional pre-game performance, and the debate over Australian players not singing the national anthem. Plus, he revisits Anthony Mundine’s influence, explains how Sonny Bill Williams changed the balance of power between players and clubs, and discusses Josh Addo-Carr’s uncertain future at Parramatta, the pressure on Jason Ryles, and a potential opportunity for Tyrell Sloan. Kenty also unpacks Australia’s halves battle, Reece Walsh’s extraordinary performance, Kalyn Ponga’s possible return, and why Super League clubs have pushed back against the NRL’s proposed deal. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — International Footy & Fiji’s Emotional Pre-Game Song 01:13 — Could a Pacific Nations NRL Team Work? 03:04 — Australia’s National Anthem Debate 06:22 — Anthony Mundine, Laurie Daley & Kenty’s Falling-Out 12:05 — Sonny Bill Williams & the Rise of Player Power 17:30 — Parramatta’s Stand on Zac Lomax 19:15 — Josh Addo-Carr’s Future & Club Standards 21:53 — Pressure on Jason Ryles & a Tyrell Sloan Lifeline? 24:33 — Kangaroos Debutants & the Walker–Dearden Halves Battle 27:44 — Reece Walsh’s Magic Against the Kiwis 30:16 — Kalyn Ponga’s Injury & Possible World Cup Return 32:29 — Mitchell Moses Out, Ethan Strange Called In 33:34 — Tonga’s Toughness & England’s Attacking Problems 36:42 — George Williams v Kodi Nikorima: Dolphins’ Recruitment Call 37:33 — Super League Rejects the NRL Deal 42:08 — Wrap-Up & Ask Kenty Fanatics.tv 15:25 Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz Brought to you by FanaticsTV. Paul Kent returns for an off-season edition of Kenty Blitz, breaking down the Rugby League World Cup, the NRL’s looming November 1 player market and the biggest contract questions in the game. Kenty explains why the World Cup still struggles to excite, how the rise of Samoa and Tonga has changed the international game, and why the NRL’s global ambitions face a major challenge. Plus, the truth behind Latrell Mitchell’s value at centre, David Fifita’s Souths revival, Sam Walker’s future, Nathan Cleary and Isaah Yeo’s Penrith deals, Cameron Munster’s next contract, Peter O’Sullivan’s recruitment influence and the NRL’s proposed wildcard finals system. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Welcome to Kenty Blitz 02:37 — Why the Rugby League World Cup still struggles to excite 05:02 — NRL meat market: Latrell Mitchell’s value at South Sydney 10:08 — David Fifita’s career revival at the Rabbitohs 11:30 — Sam Walker, Nathan Cleary and Isaah Yeo’s contract futures 15:03 — Cameron Munster’s value and the NRL’s notional-value problem 17:48 — Salary-cap management: how smart clubs stay successful 20:30 — Peter O’Sullivan’s recruitment genius and Brisbane move 23:20 — Why centres are rising in value: Bradman Best, Herbie Farnworth & Jack Bostock 26:21 — NRL wildcard finals: rewarding mediocrity or growing the game? 30:39 — Australia v New Zealand World Cup preview 32:04 — Kangaroos v Kiwis: player-by-player comparison 35:39 — Samoa v France preview 36:09 — Papua New Guinea v Lebanon preview 36:29 — England v Tonga preview 37:33 — Fiji v Cook Islands preview 38:42 — Wrap-up Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Kent breaks down the 2026 NRL Grand Final as the Sydney Roosters edge the Newcastle Knights 19–18. Kenty explains why Newcastle’s brave defence kept the contest alive, but the Roosters’ power through the middle, smart game management and big-match experience ultimately decided the premiership. Plus, Daly Cherry-Evans’ field-goal moment, the impact of Phoenix Crossland’s absence, Trent Robinson’s coaching legacy, James Tedesco’s Clive Churchill Medal, Mark Nawaqanitawase’s final NRL game, Grand Final entertainment, and the Kangaroos squad. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Roosters v Knights: Grand Final overview 02:25 — Roosters’ physicality and Newcastle’s brave defence 04:55 — Phoenix Crossland’s absence felt at dummy-half 07:25 — Daly Cherry-Evans’ field goal and the Roosters’ halves partnership 09:30 — Why the Roosters signed DCE 12:00 — Trent Robinson, recruitment and the Roosters’ winning culture 15:00 — Robinson’s coaching legacy and future 18:00 — Grand Final officiating, consistency and key calls 25:00 — James Tedesco’s Clive Churchill Medal 27:00 — Roosters’ middle dominance and bringing collision back 28:30 — Farewell to Mark Nawaqanitawase 30:50 — The NRL Grand Final entertainment debate 35:30 — Kangaroos squad, new faces and World Cup plans 39:10 — Season wrap-up Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Kent answers your biggest rugby league questions on Grand Final day. Kenty breaks down Newcastle’s remarkable connection with its former players, why the Knights have such passionate support, and whether they can complete a fairytale run to the premiership. He also discusses Nathan Cleary’s mental toughness after playing through injury, Phoenix Crossland’s Grand Final suspension, the hip-drop tackle debate, player development, Super League’s challenges and how the modern game compares with rugby league in the ’90s. Plus, Kenty answers your questions on premiership rings, player recruitment, NRLW scheduling, short dropouts, expansion, the Knights’ attacking style and more. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Why Newcastle’s Old Boys Love the Club 03:00 — Who Deserves a Premiership Ring? 06:00 — Nathan Cleary’s Mental Toughness Through Injury 09:00 — Rugby League’s Toughest Players and Playing Through Pain 12:00 — Can Talent Really Be Identified and Developed? 15:00 — Player Value, Contracts and the Transfer Market 18:00 — Hip-Drop Tackles: Why the Debate Won’t Go Away 21:00 — Phoenix Crossland’s Ban and Grand Final Suspensions 24:00 — The Future of Super League 27:00 — Chris Heighington’s Remarkable Trial Story 30:00 — Injuries, Penrith and the Blaze Talagi Question 33:00 — NRLW Scheduling and Newcastle’s Grand Final Chance 36:00 — Why Rugby League Looked Better in the ’90s 39:00 — Newcastle’s Attacking Blueprint 42:00 — Short Dropouts, Expansion and Fan Questions 45:00 — Grand Final Predictions and Wrap-Up Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The big guns are together for a full NRL year-in-review. Paul Kent, James Hooper and Steve “Chimes” Gillis look back on the biggest stories, controversies, players and moments from the season then turn their attention to what’s ahead. From the media debate, rule changes and the commission, to recruitment, expansion, Origin, the game’s best players and plenty of banter, this is the full-length Fanatics TV rugby league wrap. Timecodes: 0:00 - Welcome and the year’s biggest talking points 1:00 - NRL media scrutiny and the “media cop” debate 5:00 - Broadcast rights, criticism and the media landscape 10:00 - Back in the game, FanAxe TV and Vegas 15:00 - The year’s controversies and league entertainment 20:00 - The NRL’s big-event approach and public reaction 25:00 - Peter V’landys, the commission and power in the game 30:00 - Six-again, fatigue and rule-change debate 35:00 - Breakout players, Origin and season standouts 40:00 - Judiciary calls, suspensions and dangerous tackles 45:00 - Club spending, development and roster-building 50:00 - Penrith’s recruitment and retention model 55:00 - Tigers, coaching pressure and player movement 1:00:00 - Payne Haas, South Sydney and Wayne Bennett 1:05:00 - Expansion: Queensland, New Zealand, Perth and Adelaide 1:10:00 - The game’s best players and premiership windows 1:15:00 - Super League, rugby union and international opportunities 1:20:00 - Leaks, media narratives and PNG’s entry 1:25:00 - State of Origin: Billy Slater, Laurie Daley and the future 1:30:00 - Off-field stories, recovery and closing banter 1:35:11 - End Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The grand final is here, but can Newcastle complete one of the greatest fairytales in rugby league history? Paul Kent and Paul Crawley break down the Knights’ remarkable run from wooden spoon to the decider, the challenge of taking down the star-studded Roosters, and why Kalyn Ponga could hold the key. The team also unpack Justin Holbrook’s coaching influence, the pressure on Trent Robinson’s Roosters, what makes the perfect NRL coach, the Gold Coast Titans’ identity crisis, and the great teams that fell short of winning a premiership. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Can Newcastle pull off the grand final upset? 0:37 — Wooden spoon to grand final: the history behind Newcastle’s run 3:49 — The 1997 Knights and Newcastle’s fairytale spirit 9:54 — Parramatta 2001 and lessons from past grand finals 14:14 — Newcastle vs Roosters: can the Knights match the superstars? 16:12 — Kalyn Ponga, the Roosters’ edges and Newcastle’s game plan 17:30 — Justin Holbrook’s impact on the Knights 22:55 — Why Holbrook’s coaching style is working 29:20 — Newcastle’s community connection and grand final fever 31:04 — What does the perfect NRL coach look like? 32:07 — The Titans’ identity crisis 39:12 — Holbrook’s belief, rebuilding confidence and coaching culture 40:03 — Why the next great coach may not be a young coach 42:03 — Holbrook, Trent Robinson and the Roosters connection 43:18 — How the Roosters rediscovered their grit 50:42 — Which great teams should have won a premiership? 53:25 — Famous grand final upsets and near-misses Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz Paul Kent and the team deliver their final grand final preview as the Newcastle Knights prepare to take on the Sydney Roosters. Kenty unpacks Newcastle’s incredible run, the Dally M Awards debate and why Justin Holbrook may feel hard done by after missing out on Coach of the Year. He also discusses Nathan Cleary’s dominant season, the debate around Immortal status, and why rugby league needs to protect the value of its greatest honours. Plus, the latest on Latrell Mitchell’s future at South Sydney, grand final team selection and concussion calls, Cody Ramsey’s remarkable comeback, the key Roosters v Knights match-ups, and the final predictions. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Final grand final preview: Roosters v Knights 02:07 — Dally M Awards: has the night lost its prestige? 05:30 — Justin Holbrook, Andrew Webster and Coach of the Year 09:47 — Nathan Cleary’s clean sweep and the Immortal debate 18:53 — Latrell Mitchell’s South Sydney future 22:26 — Newcastle injuries, team selection and player welfare 25:55 — Roosters v Knights combined team: key match-ups 29:00 — Cody Ramsey’s incredible road back to football 30:51 — How the Knights can win the grand final 32:00 — Why the Roosters are favourites 32:44 — Final predictions and wrap-up Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: “It’s All Done” Herbie Roosters Whispers Grow | Kenty Blitz Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL Grand Final draws closer. Kenty reflects on Newcastle’s extraordinary finals run and the Knights’ grand final fever, before making his calls on the Dally M awards — including why Nathan Cleary remains the man to beat. Plus, he unpacks Phoenix Crossland’s heartbreaking four-week suspension, Nathan Cleary’s classy response, and whether Newcastle’s judiciary case could have been argued differently. Kenty also discusses the grand final pre-game entertainment debate, Connor Watson’s bid to be cleared under concussion protocols, Daly Cherry-Evans’ confidence, the coaching chess match between the Roosters and Knights, Herbie Farnworth’s likely move, and Parramatta’s decision to extend Jason Ryles. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Newcastle’s Grand Final Fever 00:45 — Dally M predictions: Nathan Cleary’s case 02:40 — Coach and Captain of the Year debate 05:10 — Dally M history, betting controversy and old media rivalries 10:55 — Phoenix Crossland’s four-week Grand Final ban 13:10 — The Grand Final pre-game entertainment debate 16:09 — Connor Watson’s concussion clearance bid 19:22 — Daly Cherry-Evans embraces the Grand Final moment 21:15 — Rested players, finals scheduling and Grand Final preparation 24:00 — Roosters v Knights: the coaching chess match 24:52 — Herbie Farnworth to the Roosters? 25:45 — Parramatta’s Jason Ryles extension 27:09 — Wrap-up Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL Grand Final draws closer. Kenty reflects on Newcastle’s incredible finals surge, Adam Gee’s appointment as Grand Final referee, and the pressure that comes with officiating the biggest game of the season. Plus, he discusses Nathan Cleary’s remarkable season, his classy message of support for Phoenix Crossland, and why the Knights forward’s suspension is a heartbreaking Grand Final blow. Kenty also unpacks the NRL’s mystery pre-game spectacle, the changing leadership of the game, the debate around Herbie Farnworth’s hip-drop tackle, and Billy Slater’s warning about the unintended consequences of rule changes. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Newcastle’s Grand Final Fever 03:02 — Adam Gee Appointed Grand Final Referee 05:23 — Nathan Cleary’s Players’ Champion Award & Classy Crossland Message 10:44 — NRL’s Mystery Grand Final Pre-Game Spectacle 14:56 — Phoenix Crossland’s Grand Final Ban 17:42 — The NRL’s Leaders: Quayle, Gallop, Greenberg & V’landys 25:04 — Herbie Farnworth’s Hip-Drop Tackle v Crossland’s Suspension 28:22 — Did Nathan Cleary’s Leg Break Before the Tackle? 30:37 — Billy Slater on Rule Changes and Tackling Technique 34:12 — Wrap-Up Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Kent breaks down a huge weekend of NRL finals footy as Newcastle’s remarkable run sends them into the Grand Final. Kenty explains why the Knights’ connection to Newcastle and Justin Holbrook’s influence could make them dangerous against the Roosters. Plus, the fallout from Nathan Cleary’s sickening injury, Phoenix Crossland’s hip-drop tackle, the Panthers’ collapse, and why the Bunker needs a major rethink. Also: the Grand Final entertainment debate, whether Newcastle can handle the hype, why the Roosters are peaking at the perfect time, and what’s next for the Dolphins. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Knights’ Grand Final Fairytale & Holbrook’s Newcastle Connection 07:21 — Cleary’s Horror Injury & The Hip-Drop Crackdown 19:27 — Panthers Left Rudderless Without Cleary 24:00 — Knights’ Hooker Dilemma & Can They Beat The Roosters? 28:15 — Why Newcastle Will Own Grand Final Week 29:17 — NRL Grand Final Entertainment & Ratings Debate 32:57 — Can The Knights Handle Grand Final Week Hype? 36:18 — Bunker Blow-Up: The Calls That Went Wrong 40:12 — Roosters Peaking At The Perfect Time & Dolphins’ Future Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kenty answers listener questions on referee pay, AI in the bunker, commentary standards, Fox vs free-to-air coverage, coaching and recruitment, stadiums, player negotiations, NRL finances, and fresh approaches to coaching Timecodes: 0:00 – Introduction 0:16 – How much NRL referees and touch judges earn 1:02 – Could an AI bunker work? 1:12 – Should commentators know the rules better? 2:23 – Fox/Kayo vs free-to-air commentary and presentation 3:00 – Broadcast expectations and promoting the game 6:00 – Sam Burgess, Warrington and a possible South Sydney future 9:00 – The pressures and demands of coaching 12:00 – Coaches, recruitment and decision-making at clubs 15:00 – Sydney stadium location and transport discussion 18:00 – Why contested possession has disappeared from the game 21:00 – Rule changes, review decisions and coaching influence 24:00 – NRL finances, assets and the game’s changing position 27:00 – How player contract negotiations work 30:00 – Selection, defence and past representative players 33:00 – Fred Michelak and developing playmakers 36:00 – Learning from ice hockey and innovation in coaching 39:00 – The Walker Brothers, Penrith, Newcastle and new coaching ideas 41:30 – Wrap-up Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Kent and Paul Crawley debate the NRL’s grand-final entertainment shake-up after Tones and I pulls out, the race for the NRL’s 20th team, and which clubs have genuine premiership windows. They also unpack the futures of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker at South Sydney, discuss the Warriors’ finals exit, and make their preliminary-final predictions. TIMECODES 00:00 Tones and I pulls out — should the NRL scrap grand-final entertainment? 11:35 Where should the NRL’s 20th team go? Christchurch, Ipswich and PNG 13:55 Premiership windows — Roosters, Panthers, Sharks, Rabbitohs and Knights 29:20 Which clubs can improve next season? 30:00 Cowboys, Drinkwater and roster balance 32:35 Parramatta’s future with Moses and Luai 34:10 Are the Titans finally building something? 36:45 Latrell Mitchell, Cody Walker and Wayne Bennett’s South Sydney plan 53:35 Warriors finals fallout and what went wrong 58:20 Refereeing controversy in Warriors v Knights 60:20 Dolphins v Roosters preliminary-final prediction 61:35 Penrith v Newcastle preliminary-final prediction Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the preliminary finals arrive. Kenty reacts to reports linking Latrell Mitchell with a mega-money move to the Perth Bears, explaining why a fresh start could suit Latrell and what South Sydney need to consider with their roster. Plus, a deep dive into the Dolphins’ finals mindset, the Roosters’ edge-defence concerns, why the Bunker should not become the scapegoat for every refereeing decision, and the key selection and fitness calls ahead of Panthers v Knights. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Latrell Mitchell linked to Perth Bears 04:00 — Would a Perth move suit Latrell? 08:00 — South Sydney’s roster and salary-cap decisions 12:00 — Dolphins’ composure and finals mentality 16:00 — Roosters v Dolphins: the edge-defence concern 20:00 — Referees, the Bunker and fan overreaction 24:00 — Roosters selection questions and Sandon Smith’s role 28:00 — Panthers v Knights: can Newcastle cause the upset? 31:30 — Final thoughts and wrap-up Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as preliminary-final week kicks into gear. Kenty gives his unfiltered take on the Tones and I grand final entertainment saga, why the NRL may be better off without a halftime act, and how the game can make the day about rugby league again. Plus, he weighs in on Ashley Klein’s refereeing fallout, the remarkable injury recoveries of Nathan Cleary, Sam Walker and Dylan Lucas, and why the Knights and Dolphins are embracing the finals experience. Kenty also looks at Daly Cherry-Evans facing the Dolphins, the Roosters-Dolphins match-ups, the Dolphins’ recruitment calls, Adam Pompey’s move to Melbourne, and the latest changes at the Bulldogs. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Tones and I, NRL Grand Final Entertainment & the Halftime Debate 11:30 — Ashley Klein’s Refereeing Fallout 15:16 — Finals Fitness: Cleary, Sam Walker, Dylan Lucas & Isaah Yeo 17:38 — Why the Knights and Dolphins Are Embracing Finals Footy 21:59 — The Secret to Handling Grand Final Week 23:00 — Daly Cherry-Evans v the Dolphins 24:40 — Roosters v Dolphins: The Key Match-Ups 26:00 — The Dolphins’ Nikorima Recruitment Call 27:10 — Adam Pompey’s Move to Melbourne Storm 28:13 — Jesse McLean Joins the Bulldogs 28:50 — Jason Taylor’s Bulldogs Exit 29:32 — Wrap-Up Fanatics.tv Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.