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Jan 12, 2025

NRL Analysis: "Of all the plays we’ve done, nothing will match Oyster"

The Penrith Panthers are four-time defending premiers, but we're going back to the 2021 Preliminary Final to break down one of their best-ever plays.

Jason Oliver

Dec 20, 2024

Old-school rugby league breakdown: Kiwis v Australia in 1985

Rugby League is constantly evolving, so I've gone back to 1985 to see how things looked when the Kiwis took on the Kangaroos in the second test at Carlaw Park.

Jason Oliver

NRL AnalysisNRL Analysis

Mar 13, 2025

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NRL Analysis: Breaking down fullback positioning in defence

With one having his effort questioned in Round 1, I'm looking into a few different ways fullbacks might defend the line in Round 2.

Jason Oliver

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Mar 27, 2025

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NRL Analysis: The Importance of a Consistent Kick Chase

A good kick chase isn't the most exciting element of an NRL match, but it's a key factor in deciding who wins and loses each week.

Jason Oliver

NRL AnalysisNRL Analysis

May 08, 2025

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NRL Analysis: How To Get The Defence To Travel

Those carries in yardage might not always look like much, but each can have a massive impact in a set if it all goes to plan.

Jason Oliver

NRL AnalysisNRL Analysis

Aug 22, 2025

NRL Analysis: How To Watch Rugby League

Rugby League is so often considered simple, but the detail is away from the ball and the focus of the cameras.

Jason Oliver

NRL 2026 Four Point Focus: Quick Taps On The Up?

The Four Point Focus breaks down a try from every round of the 2025 NRL season, highlighting the context, shape, trigger and the lessons learned.

Jason Oliver

South Sydney RabbitohsSouth Sydney Rabbitohs

Oct 31, 2025

David Fifita: What Went Wrong At The Titans & How Things Change At The Rabbitohs

He's one of the most physically gifted players in NRL history, but David Fifita wasn't able to reach his potential at the Titans. Will it be any different at the Rabbitohs?

Jason Oliver

International Rugby LeagueInternational Rugby League

Oct 22, 2025

Pacific Championship: Tonga's Target & Chaos Follows Ipape

The Pacific Championship is underway, and Tonga has an advantage by playing their opener in Week 2.

Jason Oliver

Brisbane BroncosBrisbane Broncos

Oct 09, 2025

NRL Grand Final: That Reece Walsh Masterclass

Reece Walsh played out an 80 minutes that will go down in rugby league history as one of the great individual performances in the 2025 NRL Grand Final.

Jason Oliver

Melbourne StormMelbourne Storm

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Oct 01, 2025

NRL Grand Final Team List Analysis

The team lists for the 2025 NRL Grand Final are out, and while there aren’t any surprises, there is still plenty to dive into before we kick off on Sunday night.

Jason Oliver

Penrith PanthersPenrith Panthers

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Sep 27, 2025

NRL Analysis: Broncos v Panthers Preliminary Finals Preview

The Panthers are just one game away from a sixth-consecutive NRL Grand Final when they take on the Broncos at Suncorp on Sunday.

Jason Oliver

Sep 24, 2025

NRL Analysis: Storm v Sharks Preliminary Finals Preview

The Sharks have been circling premiership contention for a few years, only to fall short, but Blayke Brailey can be the spark to get them over the line.

Jason Oliver

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