Kenty – Paul Kent NRL Podcast
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- Nov 12, 2026
About the podcast
Paul Kent provides unique & fiercely independent views on rugby league & the NRL competitions.
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Uncompromising, direct & fearless. Always.
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Episodes 326
Khawaja’s Book, Golden Boot FURY & the Wildcard Round | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Khawaja’s Book, Walker’s Exit & the Wildcard RoundPaul Kent wraps up the season in the final Blitz of the year, starting with a look back at his cancer battle and a big night out at …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Khawaja’s Book, Walker’s Exit & the Wildcard Round
Paul Kent wraps up the season in the final Blitz of the year, starting with a look back at his cancer battle and a big night out at the Foo Fighters.
Kenty gives his take on Usman Khawaja’s book and the Sandpapergate fallout, why he thinks Khawaja was poorly advised, and how big sport is built around damage control.
Plus, Parramatta tell Josh Addo-Carr he’s free to go, the Roosters open the door for Sam Walker and Matt Burton’s possible move to the Bears, and why the NRL’s 2028 wildcard round turns the finals into a lucky dip.
Kenty also covers Troy Grant on World Cup pay differences, the Golden Boot race between Reece Walsh and Kalyn Ponga, a preview of the Kangaroos v Kiwis World Cup final, and a look back at a huge year in rugby league.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Season Finale & Kenty’s Year
01:10 — Foo Fighters & the Beaconsfield Miners Tribute
03:20 — Usman Khawaja’s Book & the Sandpapergate Fallout
07:30 — Todd Greenberg & Big Sport’s Damage Control
10:50 — Why Every Debate Is Black and White
13:20 — Australia’s Batters v Bowlers Split
14:00 — Parramatta Free Josh Addo-Carr
16:15 — Where Addo-Carr Could Land
17:05 — Silly Season Cattle Trade
17:50 — Matt Burton, Sam Walker & the Bears
18:20 — How Contract Payments Shape Player Moves
20:50 — The NRL’s 2028 Wildcard Round
23:45 — Troy Grant on World Cup Pay Differences
26:40 — Golden Boot: Walsh v Ponga & Tamika Upton
32:00 — World Cup Final Preview: Kangaroos v Kiwis
36:40 — Rugby League’s Year in Review & Alex Johnston’s Record
39:50 — Thank-You & Wrap-Up
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Kenty Backs Spencer Leniu on Test Pay DISGRACE | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzPaul Kent breaks down the biggest player-movement stories in rugby league, headlined by Sam Walker’s uncertain future at the Roosters.Could South Sydney find room for Walker, or could a …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz
Paul Kent breaks down the biggest player-movement stories in rugby league, headlined by Sam Walker’s uncertain future at the Roosters.
Could South Sydney find room for Walker, or could a Matt Burton move to Perth open the door at Canterbury? Kenty unpacks the salary-cap negotiations, the role of player managers and why a rugby union switch makes little sense.
Plus, Payne Haas arrives early at Rabbitohs training, Toowoomba’s bid to become the NRL’s 20th team, and the challenge of finding enough players to support expansion.
Kenty also weighs in on Spencer Leniu’s push for better international pay, Hudson Young’s PNG move, Canberra’s recruitment options and why Harry Grant could transform the Titans.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Big Bob’s Kenty Blitz Footy Cards
02:04 — Footy-Card Memories, Rare Finds & Schoolyard Games
05:10 — Josh Addo-Carr Cleared to Play
06:10 — Payne Haas Arrives Early at Rabbitohs Training
07:51 — Could South Sydney Fit Sam Walker Into Their Salary Cap?
10:56 — Walker’s Contract Fallout & the Role of His Management
13:02 — Why Kenty Opposes a Rugby Union Switch
18:29 — Matt Burton to Perth: Could Walker Land at Canterbury?
22:25 — Toowoomba’s Bid to Become the NRL’s 20th Team
24:48 — Expansion Concerns: Where Will the Players Come From?
26:26 — Rugby Union Recruitment & Protecting League’s Pathways
29:34 — Who Could Coach a Toowoomba NRL Team?
30:46 — Pacific Expansion, Hawaii & International Rugby League
32:56 — Spencer Leniu’s Push for Better Test Payments
35:39 — Leniu’s Sin-Bin, Refereeing & NRL Transparency
37:31 — Hudson Young’s PNG Move & Canberra’s Recruitment Options
39:54 — Could Harry Grant Transform the Titans?
42:09 — Final Wrap-Up & Thursday’s Season Finale
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Ask Kenty Season FINALE | NRL’s Best Players & PNG Concerns | Ask Kenty
🏉 Kenty Blitz: Ask Kenty — Walker’s Future, NRL’s Best Players & PNG ConcernsWelcome to the final Ask Kenty of the season, as Paul Kent tackles your questions on the biggest talking points in rugby league.Kenty …
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🏉 Kenty Blitz: Ask Kenty — Walker’s Future, NRL’s Best Players & PNG Concerns
Welcome to the final Ask Kenty of the season, as Paul Kent tackles your questions on the biggest talking points in rugby league.
Kenty unpacks the Sam Walker contract saga, media influence on player movements, and how the Super League war changed rugby league reporting forever.
Plus, he picks the game’s best players by position, weighs up Tedesco, Walsh and Ponga, and explains why instinctive halves are making a comeback.
He also discusses PNG’s recruitment challenges, the state of English rugby league, taking Tonga versus Samoa to America, and the debate around an Indigenous World Cup team.
And if the Bears land Matt Burton, how would their best side stack up against the Tigers?
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — The Final Ask Kenty of the Season
01:23 — Why Tonga v Samoa Was Played at CommBank
02:52 — Media Bias, Munster & Walker’s Contract Coverage
05:18 — Did the Roosters Call Sam Walker’s Bluff?
06:58 — How Super League Changed Rugby League Journalism
10:39 — Kenty Picks the Game’s Best Players
11:33 — Tedesco, Walsh or Ponga? Best Players by Position
16:42 — Criticising Mates & Handling Relationships in the Game
19:49 — Where Kenty Stands with Ivan Cleary
20:34 — Rugby League’s Funniest Nicknames
21:50 — The Next Generation of Halves & Instinctive Footy
23:25 — PNG’s Tax-Free Incentives & Player Retention
25:46 — Taking the NRL Global & Super League’s Struggles
28:03 — Should England Pick Australian-Born Players?
29:28 — Gould, Bennett & Stuart: Who Gets the First Call?
30:23 — Bringing Back Midseason Tonga v Samoa Tests
31:02 — Could Tonga v Samoa Sell Out in America?
31:46 — Matt King’s Start as NSW Origin Coach
32:41 — Should an Indigenous Team Play at the World Cup?
35:31 — Tigers v Bears: Who Has the Better Team?
36:54 — Season Sign-Off
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Cleary’s $1.7M Deal, PNG’s Halfback Hunt & Remembering Langmack | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Remembering Langmack, Cleary’s $1.7M Deal & Storm Shake-UpPaul Kent pays a heartfelt tribute to his mate Paul Langmack, sharing personal memories, stories from his playing days and a …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Remembering Langmack, Cleary’s $1.7M Deal & Storm Shake-Up
Paul Kent pays a heartfelt tribute to his mate Paul Langmack, sharing personal memories, stories from his playing days and a classic Tommy Raudonikis tale.
Kenty breaks down reports of Nathan Cleary’s $1.7 million Panthers deal, Penrith’s retention priorities and where that leaves the PNG Chiefs’ pursuit of Sam Walker and Cameron Munster.
Plus, he discusses Melbourne’s potential roster shake-up, talk of Matt King succeeding Craig Bellamy, and Hudson Young’s salary cap valuation.
Kenty also unpacks Paul Gallen’s million-dollar boxing return, previews the World Cup semi-finals and explains why he would have picked James Tedesco ahead of Reece Walsh.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Welcome & Kenty’s Darts Disaster
00:54 — Remembering Paul Langmack
02:48 — Langmack’s Talent & Dogs of War Days
05:35 — Coaching Souths & A Classic Tommy Raudonikis Story
11:00 — Nathan Cleary’s Reported $1.7 Million Panthers Deal
13:02 — Penrith’s Retention Priorities: Yeo, Leota & Martin
14:18 — PNG’s Halfback Hunt: Walker or Munster?
17:37 — Storm Shake-Up, Harry Grant Talk & Brimson’s Future
19:14 — Why NRL Contracts Don’t Guarantee Anything
21:22 — Melbourne’s Salary Cap & Succession Planning
23:23 — Matt King to Succeed Craig Bellamy?
25:19 — Why Great Players Don’t Always Make Great Coaches
27:13 — Canterbury’s Entertainers & Warren Ryan’s Legacy
29:43 — Hudson Young’s $1 Million Notional Value Explained
32:32 — Paul Gallen’s Million-Dollar Fight With Nelson Asofa-Solomona
35:35 — New Zealand v Tonga Preview
37:27 — Australia v Samoa: Concerns Through the Middle
39:09 — Tedesco v Walsh: Kenty’s Fullback Call
40:09 — Why Are Kick-Off Times Getting Later?
41:57 — Wrap-Up
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Transfer Whispers: Burton, Walker & Cleary | Tonga–Samoa Epic Sparks Rep Round Debate | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzPaul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the November 1 player market opens and the World Cup heats up.Kenty unpacks the talk linking Matt Burton to the Bears, Sam …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz
Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the November 1 player market opens and the World Cup heats up.
Kenty unpacks the talk linking Matt Burton to the Bears, Sam Walker’s next move, and Papua New Guinea’s pursuit of Nathan Cleary. Plus, he discusses Bradman Best’s potential Parramatta move and the Dolphins’ battle to keep their rising stars.
He also questions Brisbane’s recruitment strategy, Peter O’Sullivan’s reported big-money deal, and the challenge facing Michael Maguire as he attempts to reset the Broncos’ culture.
Then, Kenty reflects on the epic Tonga–Samoa clash, makes the case for a three-game series alongside Origin, and explains his concerns about Australia’s World Cup form.
Plus, Josh Addo-Carr’s B-sample result and Parramatta future, Melbourne Cup chat, and a hat giveaway to finish.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — November 1 Player Market Opens
00:57 — Matt Burton to the Bears?
01:56 — Sam Walker’s Future & Bulldogs Links
03:07 — Nathan Cleary & Papua New Guinea’s Pursuit
06:02 — Briton Nikora Links & PNG’s Forward Recruitment
07:16 — Bradman Best & Parramatta
07:33 — Dolphins’ Salary Cap Squeeze & Jack Bostock
09:12 — Why Recruitment Managers Matter
11:44 — Broncos’ Peter O’Sullivan Deal Under Fire
15:33 — Michael Maguire & Brisbane’s Culture Reset
17:51 — Tonga–Samoa Epic & a Three-Game Series
21:03 — Origin Eligibility & International Rugby League
22:44 — Are Australia in World Cup Trouble?
23:14 — National Pride, Anthems & Team Unity
26:45 — Pacific Tests Alongside Origin & the NRL Schedule
29:17 — Josh Addo-Carr’s B-Sample & Eels Future
32:30 — Melbourne Cup Tips & Scratching Debate
35:09 — Hat Giveaway & Wrap-Up
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Hudson Young’s Value, Sam Walker’s Fallout & NRL Media Control | Ask Kenty
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Ask Kenty — Hudson Young’s Value, Sam Walker’s Fallout & NRL Media ControlPaul Kent answers your questions on the biggest issues in rugby league as the November 1 player market …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Ask Kenty — Hudson Young’s Value, Sam Walker’s Fallout & NRL Media Control
Paul Kent answers your questions on the biggest issues in rugby league as the November 1 player market opens.
Kenty unpacks Hudson Young’s valuation, Canberra’s stance and Papua New Guinea’s recruitment position, explaining why notional values exist and questioning how the NRL applies them.
Plus, he discusses Sam Walker’s contract fallout, the responsibility of player managers, Lachlan Galvin’s relationship with Isaac Moses, and his concerns about media access and independence.
Kenty also tackles the draft debate, Herbie Farnworth’s Roosters links, Sam Verrills’ reported development deal, the value of Las Vegas, six-again tactics and the growing gap between reserve grade and the NRL.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Welcome & Tonga v Samoa Preview
00:50 — Hudson Young, Canberra & PNG’s Salary Cap
02:09 — Notional Value Explained: Why the System Exists
06:13 — Market Value, Player Perks & Salary-Cap Consistency
07:58 — Sam Walker, Player Managers & Contract Negotiations
10:41 — Lachlan Galvin & Isaac Moses
11:49 — Media Access, Independence & the NRL’s “Media Cop”
14:32 — Can the Salary Cap Work Without a Draft?
17:48 — Herbie Farnworth & Negotiations Before November 1
20:57 — What Gets Kenty’s Blood Pressure Up?
22:24 — Sam Verrills’ Reported Development Deal
23:53 — How Can Fans Push for Change?
25:39 — Las Vegas, Grassroots Spending & Reserve-Grade Nostalgia
28:09 — Recruitment Mistakes & Club Relationships
28:57 — Would “Three Again” Work Better Than Six Again?
30:16 — International Rugby League’s Development Challenge
31:44 — Why the Gap Between Reserve Grade & NRL Has Grown
33:59 — Round One Match-Ups & a Bears–Manly Rivalry
36:21 — Final Wrap-Up: Let the November 1 Frenzy Begin
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Walker’s Roosters Fallout! Roosters Media Campaign & Where Does Walker Land? | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Walker’s Roosters Fallout, Ponga’s Return & World Cup ConcernsPaul Kent breaks down the Sam Walker contract saga, questioning the Roosters’ handling of their premiership halfback and …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Walker’s Roosters Fallout, Ponga’s Return & World Cup Concerns
Paul Kent breaks down the Sam Walker contract saga, questioning the Roosters’ handling of their premiership halfback and the media storm surrounding his future.
Kenty examines Walker’s market value, the debate around player loyalty, and whether the relationship can be repaired. Plus, he weighs up potential landing spots, including the Cowboys, Bulldogs and Rabbitohs.
He also unpacks the World Cup’s lopsided scorelines, Kalyn Ponga’s potential return for New Zealand, and why Australia’s struggles through the middle could threaten their title hopes.
Plus, Peter V’landys’ overseas trip and NRL Land, a preview of the Tonga–Samoa showdown, and the player movement frenzy looming on November 1.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Welcome & Kenty’s Darts Revival
01:09 — Sam Walker’s Contract Saga & Roosters Fallout
07:02 — Player Welfare, the RLPA & Media Leaks
08:33 — Is Walker Worth the Money?
13:04 — Roosters Recruitment & Premiership Planning
19:04 — Player Loyalty & the Roosters’ Double Standards
26:30 — Where Could Walker Land? Cowboys, Bulldogs & Souths
34:13 — World Cup Blowouts & the Gap Between Nations
36:16 — Kalyn Ponga’s Return & Australia’s World Cup Concerns
40:50 — Isaah Yeo at Prop: Kenty Questions the Selection
41:56 — Peter V’landys’ Overseas Trip & NRL Land
44:47 — England v Papua New Guinea Preview
46:06 — New Zealand v Fiji Preview
46:44 — Dearden, Walsh & Australia’s Spine
48:43 — France v Lebanon Preview
49:47 — Tonga v Samoa: The Weekend’s Big Clash
50:36 — November 1 & the Player Movement Frenzy
52:18 — Wrap-Up
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Walker’s Roosters Bombshell + Hudson Young’s Contract Chaos | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Walker’s Roosters Bombshell, Hudson Young’s Contract Chaos & PNG’s Tax-Free AdvantagePaul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL player market heats up ahead …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Walker’s Roosters Bombshell, Hudson Young’s Contract Chaos & PNG’s Tax-Free Advantage
Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the NRL player market heats up ahead of November 1.
Kenty unpacks reports that the Roosters have withdrawn their offer to Sam Walker, the alleged extra $100,000 request, and why Nick Politis appears ready to walk away.
Plus, he explores where Walker could land next, including Papua New Guinea, the Bulldogs and a left-field Melbourne move, alongside the possibility of a Tom Dearden swap.
Kenty also examines Hudson Young’s stalled Raiders negotiations, the debate over salary-cap ratchet clauses, and why the NRL’s player valuations and PNG’s tax-free advantage could create a recruitment nightmare. He also weighs in on trade windows, media leaks and the agendas driving rugby league’s contract headlines.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Sam Walker’s Roosters Contract Bombshell
03:02 — The Alleged Extra $100,000 That Broke the Deal
06:26 — November 1, Player Loyalty & Walker’s Market Value
12:05 — The Roosters’ Version v Walker’s Side of the Story
15:05 — Salary-Cap Discipline & the Latrell Mitchell Precedent
19:12 — Where Could Sam Walker Land Next?
21:08 — Tom Dearden Swap & Nathan Cleary Speculation
22:44 — Could the Bulldogs or Storm Make a Play?
27:17 — PNG’s Tax-Free Appeal & Walker’s Immediate Future
29:41 — Hudson Young’s Raiders Contract Breakdown
33:27 — Ratchet Clauses & the Salary-Cap Gamble
34:14 — The NRL’s $1.1 Million Valuation Dilemma
37:22 — PNG, the Bears & Rules on the Run
39:43 — Would an NRL Trade Window Solve Anything?
42:29 — Media Leaks, Clickbait & Contract Agendas
45:59 — World Cup & Wrap-Up
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World Cup BLUNDER! Ipswich’s $200M Bid & PNG Chiefs | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: World Cup Blowouts, Ipswich’s $200M Bid & PNG ChiefsPaul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the World Cup continues and the player market heats up.Kenty questions …
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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
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Addo-Carr’s Future, Australia's Anthem Debate & Reece Walsh's Brilliance | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Anthem Debate, Addo-Carr’s Future & Walsh’s MagicPaul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the World Cup sparks plenty of talking points.Kenty reflects on the …
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🏉 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
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NRL Meat Market: Walker, Cleary, Munster & the November 1 Frenzy | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzBrought 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 …
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🏉 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
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Roosters Crowned 2026 NRL Premiers: Kenty’s Grand Final Review | Kenty Blitz
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 …
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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
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Knights’ Grand Final Dream, Cleary’s Toughness & Crossland’s Ban | Ask Kenty
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 …
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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
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NRL Year in Review | Paul Kent, James Hooper & Steve Gillis | Fanatics TV
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 …
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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
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Can Newcastle Pull Off the Greatest Grand Final Fairytale? | Kenty Primetime
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 …
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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
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Immortal Warning: Why Rugby League Needs to Protect Its Immortals | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzPaul 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 …
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🏉 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
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“It’s All Done” Herbie Roosters Whispers Grow | Kenty Blitz
🏉 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 …
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🏉 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
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Cleary’s Class, Crossland’s Ban & Grand Final Ref | Kenty Blitz
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 …
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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
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Cleary’s Horror Injury | NRL’s Hip-Drop Problem | Kenty Blitz
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 …
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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
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The Case for Toowoomba as the NRL’s 20th Team & AI Bunker Possibilities | Ask Kenty
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 …
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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
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Premiership Windows | Tones and I Drama, Latrell’s Future & Prelim Predictions | Kenty Prime Time
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 …
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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
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Latrell's $1.7m Move, Roosters’ Finals Test & Knights Sniff An Upset | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzPaul 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 …
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🏉 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
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NRL Ditches Pre-Game Entertainment | Ashley Klein & Finals Fitness | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzPaul 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 …
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🏉 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
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Latrell To Market, Bunker Backlash & Finals Fitness | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Latrell To Market, Bunker Backlash & Finals FitnessPaul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the preliminary finals approach.Kenty gives his honest verdict on …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Latrell To Market, Bunker Backlash & Finals Fitness
Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as the preliminary finals approach.
Kenty gives his honest verdict on Latrell Mitchell going to market, what it means for South Sydney and Cody Walker, and why Wayne Bennett will be central to the Rabbitohs’ next move.
Plus, a call for support for Tigers great, Ashley Klein’s refereeing fallout, why the Bunker shouldn’t get more power, and which teams are peaking at the right time.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Latrell Mitchell To Market
08:42 — Souths’ Cody Walker Call
19:05 — A Call To Help Tigers Great: Mick Neil
21:56 — Ashley Klein’s Refereeing Fallout
24:19 — Why the Bunker Needs Less Power
29:27 — Finals Fitness: Roosters, Dolphins, Panthers & Knights
33:41 — Paul Gallen v Nelson Asofa-Solomona
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Refereeing Controversies Rock the NRL Finals As Knights Stun Warriors | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzPaul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:17 — Knights Beat Warriors 02:33 — Six and Out 16:47 — Warriors at War 18:21 — Gamesmanship 10:16 — Coach of the …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz
Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:17 — Knights Beat Warriors
02:33 — Six and Out
16:47 — Warriors at War
18:21 — Gamesmanship
10:16 — Coach of the Year
21:38 — Knight Life
24:08 — Roosters Beat Sharks
32:28 — DCE WTF
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V'landys' U-Turn, Toowoomba's 20th Club Bid & Bennett's Dolphins Masterclass | Ask Kenty
Kenty answers your biggest NRL questions — from post-game press conference audio and the race for the 20th club to falling crowds, Peter V'landys' expanded power and the bunker.Plus, Paul Kent weighs in on …
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Kenty answers your biggest NRL questions — from post-game press conference audio and the race for the 20th club to falling crowds, Peter V'landys' expanded power and the bunker.
Plus, Paul Kent weighs in on reviewing the play-the-ball after every try, whether tackle stats are inflated, who's paying for the PNG franchise, why jerseys have no names on the back, how Wayne Bennett rebuilt the Dolphins and how the finals should work.
And Kenty tells the story of the day he challenged Anthony Mundine at a press conference.
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TIMECODES
0:00 — Ask Kenty Intro
0:14 — Why Doesn't the NRL Fix the Audio at Post-Game Press Conferences?
3:07 — Should NZ Rugby's Financial Trouble Affect the NRL's 20th Club Decision?
4:27 — The 20th Club: Toowoomba's Bid vs Mudgee and Tamworth
6:51 — What Happens to NRL Talent if Rugby Union Keeps Its Juniors?
8:08 — Are Low Crowds a Sign the TV Product Beats the Live Experience?
11:36 — Do Players Start Push and Shoves to Draw the Bunker's Attention?
12:36 — Why Do Roosters and Sharks Fans Get Cheaper Finals Tickets?
13:18 — Who Holds the NRL's Leadership Accountable Under Peter V'landys?
13:58 — Why Did Peter V'landys Change His Mind on an Executive Chair?
15:58 — Is the NRL Morphing Into the NFL?
16:42 — Should the Bunker Review the Last Play-the-Ball After Every Try?
19:01 — Should the Most Overrated Player Poll Come Back?
20:28 — Are NRL Tackle Stats Inflated?
22:31 — Who Pays for the PNG Franchise and Do Executives Get KPI Bonuses?
24:09 — Why Don't NRL Jerseys Have Player Names on the Back?
25:12 — Odd and Even Numbers for Left and Right Edges: Good Idea or Bad?
26:37 — When Kenty Challenged Anthony Mundine at a Press Conference
29:12 — Were Kenty and Woz Part of the Paper Plane Fun?
29:45 — Why Does the NRL Chase Profit From Finals Tickets?
30:47 — Was the Dolphins' Recruitment Strategy Smarter Than It Looked?
33:43 — Should Pro Athletes Be Exempt From Tax?
34:14 — Should the NRL Scrap the Double Movement Rule?
34:54 — Should the Grand Final Kick Off Earlier for New Zealand Viewers?
35:34 — Starting the NRL From Scratch: What Would Kenty Change?
36:07 — Is Rewarding the Top Four in the Finals Overkill?
37:06 — Which Centre Could Be the Next Isaah Yeo?
38:15 — Should the Attacking Team Get a 14th Player for 10 Minutes?
38:41 — Should the NRL Try a Multi-Ball Captain's Option?
39:10 — Outro
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Coaches Proving The Difference, Finals Preview & Leichhardt Farewell | Kenty Prime Time
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Prime TimePaul Kent, Warren Livingstone and Paul Crawley farewell Leichhardt Oval with stories of Wayne Pearce, Mitchell Pearce and the characters who shaped the game.The panel then puts the …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Prime Time
Paul Kent, Warren Livingstone and Paul Crawley farewell Leichhardt Oval with stories of Wayne Pearce, Mitchell Pearce and the characters who shaped the game.
The panel then puts the West Tigers under the microscope, debating Jarome Luai’s exit, Benji Marshall’s coaching support and the club’s long-running dysfunction.
Plus, they preview a huge finals weekend, breaking down Warriors v Knights and Roosters v Sharks — including the pressure on Nicho Hynes, Daly Cherry-Evans and both coaching staffs.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 — Farewell to Leichhardt Oval
7:35 — Mitchell Pearce, Origin Pressure & a Roosters Career
14:14 — West Tigers: Jerome Luai’s Awards Night Absence
20:50 — Loyalty, Contracts & the Tigers’ Leadership Problems
24:01 — End-of-Season Presentation Night Stories
31:20 — Benji Marshall’s Assistant Coach Debate
40:19 — Warriors v Knights Finals Preview
46:00 — Can Newcastle’s Coaching Edge Upset the Warriors?
56:00 — Parramatta Pressure & Jason Ryles’ Recruitment Calls
57:36 — Warriors Finals Pressure and the Halves Challenge
56:38 — Roosters v Sharks: Finals Form and Big-Game Pressure
59:24 — Roosters’ Response After Defeat
64:40 — Sharks, Nicho Hynes & Braydon Trindall’s Injury
67:05 — Why the Week Off Matters in the Finals
72:04 — Wrap-Up
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Warriors Warning, Cleary Confusion & Finals Preview | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as finals footy heats up.Kenty gives his verdict on the NRL’s warning to the Warriors over kick-chase escorts, the confusion …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz: Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league as finals footy heats up.
Kenty gives his verdict on the NRL’s warning to the Warriors over kick-chase escorts, the confusion around Nathan Cleary’s judiciary outcome, and why the game needs simpler officiating.
Plus, Kenty previews Roosters v Sharks and Warriors v Knights, with plenty riding on Daly Cherry-Evans and an upset on the cards in Auckland.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Warriors’ Escort Warning
08:25 — Cleary Charge Confusion
14:39 — NRL’s Super League Play
18:39 — Roosters v Sharks Preview
21:00 — DCE’s Defining Finals Test
24:28 — Warriors v Knights Preview
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Peter V’landys The NEW BOSS! Josh Addo-Carr’s Future & Jarome Luai’s Tigers Snub | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzPaul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in the NRL This weekTIMECODES0:00 — Welcome to Kenty Blitz 0:29 — Should Parramatta give Josh Addo-Carr another chance? 5:12 — Jerome Luai’s …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz
Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in the NRL This week
TIMECODES
0:00 — Welcome to Kenty Blitz
0:29 — Should Parramatta give Josh Addo-Carr another chance?
5:12 — Jerome Luai’s Wests Tigers awards night no-show
7:23 — Peter V’landys set to become NRL Executive Chairman
8:34 — Why the NRL Commission was created
14:38 — Grassroots funding, junior pathways and expansion concerns
18:20 — Does the NRL need stronger checks and balances?
22:46 — Why clubs allowed the power shift
24:38 — V’landys’ micro-management and the precedent it sets
26:46 — The Commission’s original purpose
28:26 — Business leaders versus rugby league people
31:10 — Final thoughts on the NRL’s leadership future
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Winger WARS! Nathan Playing Through Injury & Tigers Turmoil…Again | Kenty Blitz
🏉 Welcome to Kenty BlitzPaul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league, from the teams circling each other ahead of the biggest games to the Tigers’ latest talking point.Kenty also dives into the …
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🏉 Welcome to Kenty Blitz
Paul Kent breaks down the biggest stories in rugby league, from the teams circling each other ahead of the biggest games to the Tigers’ latest talking point.
Kenty also dives into the Dolphins, Nathan’s Foot, and the pressure building across the NRL.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Intro
06:11 — Sparring Partners: Ronaldo vs Mark
13:54 — Foot Long: Nathan’s Foot
26:03 — Killer Dolphins
28:51 — Tigers, Ho Hum
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