Its an age old question in Rugby League. How does the week off effect NRL clubs who win in the first week of the finals series. Is it always a good thing? Does it hurt a clubs momentum? If you have a look at betting sites the best bookies tend to think that teams taking…
In this episode League Freak is joined by Elliott Richardson from Rugby League Monthly and 1EyedEel.com to chat about the big clash between the Parramatta Eels and the Penrith Panthers. They both talk about why their teams would lose, and why their teams would win. They discuss the supposed hatred between the clubs which they…
In this episode we give you our general thoughts on the first week of the NRL Finals series. Who impressed us, who didn’t, what we thought of the quality of games and a little look at the second week as well! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League…
Brisbane is set to host its first ever NRL Grand Final after a joint announcement by the NRL and the Queensland Government. It will be the first NRL Grand Final held in Queensland in the games history. The Melbourne Storm and Penrith Panthers are both short priced favourites to face off again in the Grand…
Danny Weidler of Channel Nine is reporting that the St George/Illawarra Dragons have secured the signature of Manly Sea Eagles centre Moses Suli on a three year deal. LATEST: Dragons three year $1.7m deal done with Moses Suli. Been told no transfer payment. @9NewsSyd @NRLonNine — Danny Weidler (@Danny_Weidler) September 7, 2021 Apparently there was…
Paul Green has stood down from his role as the coach of the Queensland Maroons stating his desire to pursue an NRL coaching position as the reason. After losing the 2021 State Of Origin series 2-1 Green didn’t get too many great reviews about his series as the Maroons coach. He did manage to bring…
In this episode League Freak is joined by Elliott Richardson from Rugby League Monthly and 1EyedEel.com to chat about writing and Rugby League analysis, supporting independent Rugby League content creators, how the Parramatta Eels are traveling this season, and comparing great players from different eras. This was a fun podcast to record and we are…
It has been a tough couple of years for the NRL. With Covid taking its toll on the competition, fans locked out of stadiums, very team in the competition having to relocate at certain points, and a set of rules that make the game really hard to watch, the NRL competition has been through a…
In this episode Andrew and Freaky attack talk of seven tackle sets after a ball is kicked over the sideline with the ferocity of a Latrell Mitchell tackle. We then talk about THAT Latrell Mitchell tackle and how we would change his game. We talk about great players of the past stepping up in front…
A horrible scene last night in the Rabbitohs vs Roosters match saw South Sydney Fullback Latrell Mitchell hit Sydney Roosters star Joseph Manu in a head high tackle that resulted in Manu suffering a depressed facial fracture. This is the hit in question. HORRIBLE SCENES. 😳 Joseph Manu's season could be over, suffering a suspected…
In this episode League Freak breaks down the new rule change the NRL is trying to push through before the finals series that is designed to discourage teams from kicking for touch. Theres some news on the NRL Brisbane expansion bids looking to merge, another postponement for the NRLW competition, a couple of huge fines…
The rule change madness at the NRL continues as ARL Commissioner Wayne Pearce has told the media that he will put forward ANOTHER potential rule change that would take effect before the 2021 NRL finals series. The rule change would be that when a team kicks the ball into touch the opposition would get a…
There are a lot of different factors that go into a successful rugby team, with everything from the selection itself to the training and coaching. The best rugby teams are those that don’t focus on a single area and ensure that the who squad is as tight-knit as possible to keep them working together well….
In this episode Andrew and Freaky talk about all the government, movies, advertising and more! They also have a few small chats about Rugby League including some of the terrible decisions made by the video referee this week, how the Broncos are improving but have a long way to go, the core of the Wests…
In this episode Andrew and Freaky discuss the move by the Dragons to swoop in and get their hands on Moses Mbye! We then chat about the Storm and their winning streak, James Maloney, we read a listener email out from Leigh, we talk about other weird sports we have seen and much, much more!…
In this episode Andrew and Freaky complete the 2021 NRL fans poll. It starts off alright but then goes downhill really quickly as we see the answers people have been giving. Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all…
In this episode Andrew and Freaky fill out the 2021 Census on behalf of NRL players. They congratulate Julie on having a baby. They talk a little about the Wests Tigers, the Penrith Panthers, the fading Parramatta Eels and how Jason Taumalolo is being used at the Cowboys. Theres a bit of World Cup chat…
If you have an instagram account and you enjoy Rugby League content or anything to do with this website, check out League Freak’s new Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/thegloriousleaguefreak/ It will be something a little bit different that you should get some enjoyment out of. I’ll add things like my collection of weird stuff and some general…
As you know if youre a reader of this website the 2021 Rugby League World Cup has been postponed until 2022. Here is the official press release announcing the decision. All of the names that give quotes here should be fired….. Rugby League World Cup 2021 organisers and UK Government announce that the trailblazing tournament…
The 2005 Wests Tigers run to their maiden NRL Premiership came out of nowhere. Having finish the 2004 season in 9th position on the NRL ladder, the Tigers were a bit of a strange mix of players and no one really had them on their radar heading into the 2005 season. Little did anyone know…
In this episode BREAKING NEWS as the 2021 Rugby League World Cup has been postponed until 2022. This is a bit of a sad decision, but it is the right decision. After Australia and New Zealand withdraw from the World Cup a week or so ago, the writing was on the wall. This really is…
The 2021 Rugby League World Cup has been postponed according to an exclusive by the Hull Daily Mail in a a move you could see coming from a mile away. Once the Australian Rugby League and New Zealand Rugby League decided go withdraw from the World Cup, it was always long odds that the competition…
In this episode Andrew and Freaky go through the rest of the NRL draw and select winners from each game and tell you how the ladder turns out! We then predict the finals, and give you the Grand Final winner! We also clean out the Wests Tigers roster, it was a big job, it required…
Some bad news for Dragons supporters with confirmation that Ben Hunt suffered a fractured arm on the weekend and is expected to miss a month of football. The news comes just as the Dragons were set to welcome back a humber of players who had been suspended for the most expensive BBQ in Rugby League…
In this episode Andrew and Freaky break out into another episode of #AskKenty We know you love these episodes and the varied discussions that come from the questions people have asked. We went down a few different rabbit holes in this episode as well! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all…
Wests Tigers player James Roberts had been suspended for one game and fined $7,000 after some shithead with a telephoto lense aimed at his hotel balcony window caught Roberts going out onto his balcony to catch some fresh air. The Queensland Government mandated that NRL players under hotel quarantine in Queensland had to stay in…
In this episode Andrew and Freaky talk about the situation surrounding the World Cup, they discuss English Rugby League and the overall future of the World Cup. We then talk about the Wests Tigers doco, and go into great detail about how they can;’t really turn things around. We then talk about the wide scale…
In this episode League Freak talks about the allegations about the latest alleged bubble break. You can read the details here: DailyMail.co.uk There is a bit of player movement with Tevita Pangai Jr playing for the Panthers this year and then heading to the Bulldogs next season. Also, will the Doggies also get Paul Vaughan?…
The following statement was posted on the official International Rugby League website and is a statement by the organisations chair Troy Grant in regards to the withdrawal by Australia and New Zealand from the 2021 Rugby League World Cup: “Late this afternoon I received a call from Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) Chairman Peter V’landys…
Breaking news as the ARL and NZRL both withdraw their teams from this years Rugby League World Cup! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League…