In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down a huge weekend of international Rugby League action — headlined by Australia securing the Ashes at Everton’s new stadium in Liverpool and New Zealand’s dominant win over Tonga. 🏉 Topics include: Australia clinching the Ashes Series in LiverpoolWhat went wrong for England and what changes Shaun Wane should makeWhether Kevin Walters will give his other squad players a chance in Game 3The ...
In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down a historic night at Old Trafford as Hull KR are crowned Super League Champions for the first time in their history after defeating the Wigan Warriors. 🏉 Topics include: Hull KR’s Grand Final triumph over Wigan WarriorsMikey Lewis’s heroic Rob Burrow Award-winning performanceWillie Peters’ tactical masterclass and how it outsmarted WiganWhat went wrong for Wigan in the Grand FinalBrad O’...
n this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC Commentator and coach John Kear to break down a massive weekend in Rugby League. 🏉 Topics include: Super League Playoffs:Wigan Warriors defeat Leigh LeopardsHull KR beat St Helens to set up a thrilling Super League Grand Final at Old TraffordChampionship Grand Final:Toulouse crowned champions after defeating York KnightsNRL Grand Final:Brisbane Broncos storm back to beat Melbourne...
In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rhodri Jones, Managing Director of RL Commercial, to discuss the business side of Rugby League and the latest on the field. 🏉 Topics include: How Ashes ticket sales are progressingThe financial boost the Ashes series could bring to Rugby LeagueUpdates on the upcoming broadcast rights deal negotiationsReaction to the first week of the Super League Playoffs:Leigh Leopards defeating Wak...
In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan break down the biggest stories in Rugby League, from the Super League Playoffs to the NRL Finals and beyond. 🏉 Topics include: Full preview of the Super League Playoffs and who the favourites are going into the weekendReaction to the announcement of the Super League Dream TeamPredictions for the NRL Preliminary FinalsWhich players have declared their allegiance to Australia and England ahead of th...
In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Oldham Roughyeds Managing Director Mike Ford for an in-depth discussion on the future of Rugby League, Super League expansion, and Oldham’s ambitious rise.🏉 Topics include:Oldham’s bid to join Super LeagueThe proposed merger of the Betfred Championship and League 1How Oldham climbed from League 1 to the Championship top fourIs the sport ready for a 14-team Super League?Should new clu...
In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Batley Bulldogs coach John Kear for a wide-ranging discussion on the Championship playoffs, Super League, and the international game. 🏉 Topics include: How the Championship playoff race is shaping upWhich club John believes should be promoted to Super League next yearHis prediction for the Championship winnersReaction to the weekend’s Super League action:Leeds Rhinos defeating Hull K...
🎙️ In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan break down another huge weekend of Super League action and the biggest talking points across the sport. 🏉 Topics include: Hull KR’s dramatic win over the Wigan Warriors in a top-of-the-table clashHow Wigan battled without stars Bevan French and Junior NsembaPayne Haas choosing to represent Samoa over AustraliaBilly Smith putting his hand up for Shaun Wane's England sideAre Hull KR favourites to...
🎙️ In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan welcome Rugby League Yearbook author Tim Butcher for an in-depth conversation about the sport’s history and the biggest stories in today’s game. 🏉 Topics include: The origins of League Express and how Martyn & Tim first launched itWhat it takes to research and write the annual Rugby League YearbookWhy the Huddersfield Giants changing stadiums could be a costly mistakeThe Leeds Rhinos re-sig...
🎙️ In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan sit down with St Helens Chairman Eamonn McManus for an unmissable conversation about the current state and future of Super League. 🏉 Topics covered include: The proposed 14-team Super League expansion for 2025St Helens' push toward the playoffsHas IMG’s involvement in Rugby League been a success?Eamonn’s personal journey into Rugby LeagueHis concerns with the video referee system The long-...
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Wakefield Trinity Owner Matthew Ellis. They discuss Wakefield's rebuild under Ellis, there return to Super League and what the future holds for the club. Matt gives his thoughts on the decision to move to 14 teams, his honest assessment of the state of the game and if he thinks they should stop at 14 teams.
In this week's mini episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss Super League expanding to 14 teams. They discuss whether it is enough notice for clubs, who will be brought up and whether Salford will remain in 2026.
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Leeds Rhinos CEO Gary Hetherington to talk the future of the London Broncos. Gary discusses the new direction London are taking, new investment opportunities and whether he supports a 14-team Super League. He discusses what his new role with London will entail, his discussions with Australian investors and the potential Rugby League has in London if marketed correctly.
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by RFL Chair Nigel Wood. They discuss Nigel's appointment as RFL Chair, Tueday's meeting with club's about the strategic review and what the future of the game holds. They discuss the potential of a 14 team Super League, getting the RFL's finances in order and the NRL's interest in Super League. They discuss the future of French clubs, the next broadcasting agreement and how the game ca...
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan react to Queensland's winning the 2025 series win. They discuss where it ranks among the best Queensland series wins of all time, who they thought played the best and discuss the heroic efforts of Cam Munster playing three days after his father passed away. They discuss Danny McGuire's exit at Castleford and where he might end up, changes to the international player quota and Sam Lisone signing wi...
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss whether Castleford were robbed, whether Danny McGuire deserves to be punished for his comments and Catalans impressive display in sweltering conditions. They discuss Shaun Wane's preliminary 32-man England squad, who missed out on the squad and speculate which NRL players will join the list. They discs Nigel Wood being appointed Chair of RL Commercial, the State of Origin squad announcemen...
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action from the weekend including St Helens crucial win, Wakefield toppling Wigan and Warrington dropping another match against Huddersfield. They discuss the importance of Warrington winning this weekend over Hull FC, Harry Robertson's tackle of the year and Hull KR's new partnership with the North Queensland Cowboys. They discuss Mark Aston's dispute with the RFL coming to an end...
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan react to Queensland's game 2 State of Origin win in Perth. They discuss whether the penalty count was fair, who stood out to them and what they made of Cameron Munsters first match as captain. They discuss Jarome Luai's performance and whether he will be recalled for game three, how close the last 10 minutes were and whether the Blues should have sat Cleary following his groin injury. They t...
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action from the weekend, last week's State of Origin opener and who they think will win this weekend's Challenge Cup Final. They discuss the rumours around a Tom Trbojevic and whether he will end up in Super League, Ryan Hall extending with Leeds and whether Mal Meninga has the Perth Bears coaching role locked in. They preview the 1895 Cup match, the women's Challenge Cup final and...
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss which team has recruited the best this year, some new interest in Super League investors and what the future of London Rugby League holds. They discuss Steve McNamara losing his job, George Williams to the Dolphins whispers and the latest on Lachlan Galvin.