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NRL head of football Graham Annesley joins Andrew Moore to break down the controversial disruptor rule plus could Melbourne Storm seriously miss the finals and why are teams performing so well without their stars?Luke Lewis drops by the studio to discuss the vibe from Perth ahead of the Bears 2027 inclusion, what is wrong at the Dragons and his reaction to the disruptor drama.

The NRL's weekend in Perth produced a cracker with the Raiders hanging on against a late South Sydney fightback to win. Canberra Hooker Tom Starling told Andrew Moore and the team that when the game shifts away from you it's hard to stop. Plus you can catch Six Again where Luke Lewis reckoned that Melbourne Storm would miss the finals and Michael Carayannis discussed the challenges facing the Perth Bears. The First Thought is on "Next Big Thing" players while you can get to know Jada Taylor and Denis Carnahan celebrates the celebrations of the Bulldogs with his song of the week.

Another round, another loss for St George Illawarra. Some were encourage by their performance in the defeat by Manly - but not Luke Lewis. He thought talk of an improved effort was a cop out. Plus Mal Meninga joined the team in the box at Perth Stadium to explain how the Perth Bears are set for next season. It was only a quick MC's Hammertime but Michael Carayannis packed it with big news. Plus ABC Perth Drivetime presenter (and Dragons tragic) Oliver Peterson popped into the box to explain how he thinks the Bears will be received when they join the competition. 

Andrew Moore, Matt Elliott and Ruan Sims chat to Brisbane Broncos coach Michael Maguire as Brisbane prepare to blood some new players after injuries to some of their playmakers.Michael Carayannis also joins the team for the Thursday night edition of "MC's Hammertime" covering the injuries in the competition, the Dragons and what went wrong between Connor Watson and the Roosters.00:16 - Michael Maguire10:04 - MC's Hammertime

North Queensland's Jaxon Purdue continues to impress on and off the field. He scored a double as the Cowboys smashed the Dragons BUT reckoned their win was all based on hard work in defence. Plus you can also hear Luke Lewis and John Gibbs run through the big topics of the week in Six Again. On top of that you can get to know Bulldogs prop Max King and hear Denis Carnahan's Song of the Week - The Seibold Shuffle.

Another week, another big Penrith win. Will they go through the season unbeaten? The Panthers superb young centre chatted with Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis and told them Nathan Cleary has taken control of the team and is driving them around better than ever. Plus you can catch South Sydney's gun backrower Tallis Duncan after he helped his side to a Good Friday win over the Bulldogs, hear Dene Halatau relive his career debuts and join Luke Lewis in going back to the 2016 NRL Grand Final.

Brett Spriggy and Billy Moore chat to Cronulla Sharks head coach Craig Fitzgibbon.Michael Carayannis joined Brett and Billy for his "Hammertime" segment discussing who will be the full time coach at Manly next season.Karina Brown also spoke to Reuben Garrick post match after demolishing the Dolphins.00:18 - Craig Fitzgibbon13:08 - MC's Hammertime19:06 - Reuben Garrick

Manly legend John Gibbs joined Andrew Moore in the studio on NRL Monday to break down the sacking of Anthony Seibold at the ‘unstable’ Sea Eagles. Cronulla prop Toby Rudolf (Tobias Eric Rudolf) chats about the Sharks’ victory over Canberra, the team’s motivation for the season and his reason for dumping Luke Lewis as his manager.Plus Moorey and Gibbsy continue to be baffled by what constitutes a hip drop.

Andrew Moore, John Gibbs, Alan Tongue and Luke Lewis are in the chair on the final day of Round 4 in the NRL, with the last matches of the weekend still to come. The team reviews the big talking points from across the round and what to watch for in the remaining games.Penrith Panthers prop Lindsay Smith joins the show following their dominant win over the Parramatta Eels, while North Queensland Cowboys fullback Scott Drinkwater chats after the Cowboys’ upset victory over the Melbourne Storm. Newcastle Knights winger Dom Young also stops by after scoring a hat-trick on Saturday.Plus, Canberra Raiders CEO Don Furner discusses the state of Canberra Stadium, and former Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks premiership winner Ben Barba reflects on the club’s historic 2016 title.All the regular segments return, including Six Again, First Thought, Getting to Know You and Denis Carnahan’s Song of the Week.00:19 - Six Again6:21 - First Thought9:38 - Lindsay Smith18:12- Scott Drinkwater29:14 - Dom Young38:14 - Don Furner47:45 - GTKY Lachie Coote57:45- Ben Barba1:12:54 - Denis' Song of the Week

Andrew Moore, Michael Carayannis and Luke Lewis discuss the major talking point of the weekend after the Manly Sea Eagles sacked coach Anthony Seibold just four rounds into the season. CEO Jason King joins the show to address the decision and what comes next for the club.Plus, Brisbane Broncos prop Corey Jensen joins the program after celebrating his 150th NRL game, reflecting on the milestone and the Broncos’ season so far.And of course, MC’s Hammertime returns with all the latest talking points from around the game.00:19 - Manly Chat7:17 - Jason King19:58 - MC's Hammertime24:32- Corey Jensen

Andrew Moore and Matthew Elliott chat to Raiders forward Zac Hosking ahead of the Green Machines clash with Cronulla in Canberra. Michael Carayannis also joined Andrew and Matt for his "Hammertime" segment claiming Nathan Cleary will try his luck on the open market but is likely to stay with Penrith moving forward. Ruan Sims joins Andrew and Matt to talk about the Broncos blow ups this week that led to Ben Te'o resigning as Brisbane assistant coach. 00:21 - MC's Hammertime6:37 - Zac Hosking13:57 - Ben Te'o

Daly Cherry-Evans returns to Brookvale Oval this week and the big question is, how will the Manly fans react when he runs out in the tricolours.Andrew Moore is joined by Michael Carayannis to chat through the biggest issues in the game including DCE's upcoming clash, if anyone can beat Penrith and whether Bronson Xerri will play again for the Bulldogs.Also, Parramatta prop Junior Paulo drops by to discuss the devastating loss of J’maine Hopgood to a season ending ACL injury and the 'Battle of the West' this weekend.

Andrew Moore, Michael Carayannis, John Gibbs and Luke Lewis are in the chair to continue Round 3. The team looks at the key storylines from the weekend and the big talking points around the competition.Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo joins the program to discuss the Bulldogs’ approach this season and the growing focus on players being able to perform on both sides of the field, while South Sydney Rabbitohs fullback Jye Gray chats about his development and season so far.Legendary Balmain Tigers and Australia fullback Garry Jack stops by to talk about his new book Jumping Jack, and former Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks premiership winner James Maloney reflects on the club’s historic 2016 title.Plus, Getting to Know You with Josh King, along with all the regular segments including First Thought, Six Again and Denis' Song of the Week.00:19 - Six Again6:45 - Cameron Ciraldo19:32 - First Thought24:26- GTKY Josh King36:12 - Garry Jack54:46 - Jye Gray1:01:08 - James Maloney1:15:42 - Denis' Song of the Week

Andrew Moore, Michael Carayannis and Luke Lewis are in the chair as Round 3 action continues in the NRL. The team kicks things off by breaking down the dominance of the Penrith Panthers and whether they could go through the season undefeated if not for Origin disruptions.Plus, Panthers fullback Dylan Edwards joins the show, along with Brisbane Broncos centre Kotoni Staggs, as they chat about their form and the season so far.And of course, MC’s Hammertime returns with all the latest talking points from around the game.00:19 - Penrith Panthers Dominance8:45 - Dylan Edwards16:52 - MC's Hammertime20:00- Kotoni Staggs

Andrew Moore and Michael Carayannis discuss the future prospects of Bronson Xerri if he can't force his way back into the Bulldogs first-grade line up. MC also discusses the likelihood of Roger Tuivasa-Sheck making a move to an Australian club with the Warriors looking to offload him. Alan Tongue joins the team to chat to Jack Williams on beating out Jack De Belin for the Eels Number 13 jersey and his hopes of representing NZ at the RL World Cup. 00:21 - What are Bronson Xerri's options if he doesn't regain his place? 3:47 - MC's Hammertime - Is RTS headed to an Australian club? 8:36 - Jack Williams on Parra wanting to be a top 4 team and his keenness to be a Kiwi

Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook joined Andrew Moore to declare they have no choice but to get on with it following injuries to stars Kalyn Ponga and Dylan Brown.Souths boss Blake Solly chats all things Alex Johnston following his record-breaking weekend.Four-time premiership winner Scott Sorensen dropped by the studio to discuss the Panthers' red-hot start to the season, Mitch Kenny's birdwatching and who's hot and who is under the pump in the NRL.

Andrew Moore, Michael Carayannis, John Gibbs and Luke Lewis are back on NRL Sunday as the team covers a big day of action in the NRL. They chat with Penrith Panthers hooker Mitch Kenny about Penrith's start and his bird watching hobby and how he's trying his best to get some Panthers teammates out there with him.Also, Sharks premiership winner Gerard Beale reflects on the club’s historic 2016 title, Manly CEO Jason King drops by and the will Bronson Xerri seek an immediate release from the Bulldogs.Plus all the regular segments including Six Again, First Thought, and this week’s Getting to Know You with Luke Lewis.00:19 - Six Again4:20 - First Thought7:40 - Mitch Kenny17:19 - Bronson Xerri Reports21:22 - Jason King35:30 - Gerard Beale50:50 - Getting to Know Luke Lewis

Inspired by Love Story, Denis Carnahan's Song of the Week delivers a tribute to Jarome Luai after Matthew Elliott declared him the Wests Tigers’ best player on Saturday.

Andrew Moore, Michael Carayannis and Matthew Elliott re-live the historic moment for Alex Johnston after he broke the competition’s all-time try scoring record and ponder whether he should now be on the medal for the season's leading tryscorer.Plus, New Zealand Warriors halfback Tanah Boyd joins the show to talk the Warriors two win start and Penrith Panthers CEO Matt Cameron discusses the club’s commitment to Bathurst and regional communities.00:19 - Alex Johnston Record5:30 - Tanah Boyd14:52 - MC's Hammertime18:18 - Matt Cameron

It turns out Friday the 13th is lucky for some with Alex Johnston becoming the greatest try scorer in rugby league history, scoring try 213 for the Rabbitohs against the Roosters to break Ken Irvine's long-standing record. Hear the ABC Sport commentary of the equalling then record-breaking tries as called by Brett Sprigg.