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Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat

Ryan Tucker & Jeremy Darke

Welcome to Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat, where Bets.com.au Editors Ryan Tucker & Jeremy Darke bring you unfiltered, passionate, and hilarious sports talk every week! Covering NRL, AFL, NBL, motorsport, cricket, and global sports, expect bold takes, fiery debates, and plenty of laughs. With segments like "Whaddya Reckon" & "Tux’s Top 5," it’s sports chat that feels like mates at the pub. 🎙️ New episodes weekly! 🎯 For expert previews & tips, visit bets.com.au. 📲 Follow:

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00:22:08

Ranking Every NRL Fullback in 2025 | Papenhuyzen #1,...

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2025/06/02

Who’s the best fullback in the NRL right now?In this special ranking edition of Ahead of the Game, Ryan and Jez take on the challenge of ranking all 17 starting fullbacks across the NRL in 2025. From Ryan Papenhuyzen’s complete game, to Kalyn Ponga’s decline, to Latrell Mitchell’s evolution into a creator, it’s a fiery and fun debate packed with stats, hot takes, and footy love.00:00 – Intro: Ranking All 17 NRL Fullbacks 01:24 – Criteria Explained (Only One Per Team) 02:08 – Why Papenhuyzen Tops the

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00:50:46

NRL Underdog Carnage, Port’s AFL Collapse & F1 Monaco...

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2025/05/26

In Ahead of the Game Ep. 32, Ryan and Jez recap a wild weekend of sport starting with Port Adelaide’s AFL implosion and Ross Lyon’s now-famous “nepo baby” comments.The NRL tipped upside down with five outright upsets, underdogs now covering at 60%, and home dogs cashing 62%. The boys reveal key betting angles, matchups to target, and why the Roosters are suddenly alive.Finally, it’s Formula 1’s problem child: Monaco. One line. Five cars on the lead lap. No overtakes. Is it time to scrap the race or

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00:30:02

GPT KO: V’landys vs Kestelman, F1 Shake-Up & Jackson...

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2025/05/14

Corporate chaos, F1 curveballs, and contract conspiracies—it’s a wild one this week on Ahead of the Game – Sports Chat.Ryan and Jez kick off with GPT KO Round 2: Peter V’landys vs Larry Kestelman, a boardroom battle where expansion meets empire. It’s fast, funny, and ends with a split decision no one saw coming.Then it’s into Formula 1, where Franco Colapinto replaces Jack Doohan, Imola is under a rain cloud, and upgrades could shake the standings. Meanwhile, Alpine’s lost its team boss and Horner

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00:28:15

Perth Bears Debate, Player Targets & Big Bang Bets |...

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2025/05/09

The Perth Bears are joining the NRL—and the boys are divided. Jez loves the North Sydney connection, Billy Moore’s vision, and the player pathways. Ryan says it’s an identity crisis that does neither WA nor the Bears justice.In this episode of Ahead of the Game, Ryan and Jez argue out the future of rugby league’s newest club, break down signing strategies, and pitch who should be targeted for 2027. From Payne Haas to Galvin to Sandon Smith—could one of them be the Bears' Day 1 halfback?The show

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00:26:23

Broncos Fall, Freo Slide & Lowndes vs Scaife | AOTG...

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2025/05/07

Brisbane have lost the plot, Fremantle are broken, and Lowndes just survived Scaife in a savage GPT KO brawl.In Ep. 27 of Ahead of the Game – Sports Chat, Ryan and Jez fire up Below Average, slamming the Broncos’ Magic Round performance, Melbourne’s defensive lapses, and Fremantle’s effort drop-off. The AFL ladder is tighter than ever, but some big-name teams are seriously underperforming.Then it’s over to GPT KO, where two of the most iconic names in V8 Supercars—Mark Scaife and Craig Lowndes—clash

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00:28:29

Women’s Origin Recap, Rivalry Round Rippers & Bang...

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2025/05/02

The girls stepped up, the AFL fired back, and Bang Bang is officially on again.In this week’s Ahead of the Game – Sports Chat, Ryan and Jez open with a full wrap of Women’s Origin Game 1, praising the toughness, pace, and crowd energy that made it a legit standout on the footy calendar. NSW’s young guns delivered, Queensland were flat, and the commentary left a bit to be desired.Then it’s into Whatya Watchin’, where the boys realise the AFL might have just hijacked Magic Round weekend. Rivalry

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00:21:52

Panthers Collapse, AFL Champs Slide & GPT KO Returns...

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2025/04/30

The Penrith Panthers are in freefall, AFL premiers can’t back it up, and GPT KO is back in the cage.In Ep. 25 of Ahead of the Game – Sports Chat, Ryan and Jez ask the big question: has Penrith’s dynasty finally cracked? The grind is gone, the energy is missing, and the ladder says it all.Then they cross codes to break down the AFL’s premiership curse—Geelong, Collingwood, Sydney, all premiers in the last three years, all floundering the year after. Could Brisbane be next? And what does it mean for

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00:28:10

Dogs Smashed, AFL Revival & Bang Bang Bets Begin |...

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2025/04/25

It’s an Anzac Day special and the boys are buzzing.Ahead of the Game Episode 24 kicks off with a breakdown of Brisbane’s 18-minute demolition of the Bulldogs, the metaphor of “quicksand footy,” and Adam Reynolds reminding us all he’s still got it.Then it’s onto the AFL, where the Demons pick up another win, Richmond keep proving people wrong, and West Coast might be heading for another top draft pick. Plus: a quick check-in on the Chad Warner contract story and what it means for the Swans.The Whatya

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00:30:07

Moses Returns, F1 Goes Vertical & NRL’s Wild Ladder |...

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2025/04/23

Mitch Moses is back, and so are the Eels. In Episode 23 of Ahead of the Game, Ryan and Jez break down a huge Easter weekend of footy, motorsport, and finals madness.In the NRL, the Eels look like a new team with Moses back. The Dolphins have now beaten the Panthers and the Storm, the Bulldogs are flying, and Jez finally admits Katoa might be a first-grade half. It’s all happening, and the NRL ladder is chaos.The AFL’s no different. Melbourne crush Fremantle, Richmond smash the Suns, and somehow

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00:30:12

Tux’s Top 5 Bucket List Events, Galvin Drama & AFL...

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2025/04/16

Ryan and Jez are back and the vibes are chaotic.First up: Tux’s Top 5 Sporting Events to Attend. From World Cup finals to the Super Bowl, NBA All-Star Weekend to Origin at Suncorp, it’s not just about the game—it’s about the hype, the atmosphere, and the feeling of being there.Then it’s into Below Average, where the Lachlan Galvin vs Tigers situation gets messy. Are the NRL’s contract rules setting everyone up to fail? And did the Tigers just blow their best young prospect?Also in the firing line:

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00:28:01

Awards That Shouldn’t Exist, Titans & Dragons...

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2025/04/09

What do a Clive Churchill Medal, an Origin series award, and a bag of scones have in common? They’re all at the centre of this week’s chaos on Ahead of the Game.Ryan and Jez break down the Top 5 most controversial award wins in sport, including:Billy Slater’s head-scratching Wally Lewis MedalDally M and Brownlow rule issuesDelly’s Grand Final MVP over Will HickeyJokić’s MVP-worthy numbers being overlooked for SGAThen it’s time for Below Average, with two NRL sides getting absolutely grilled: the

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00:29:11

Ovi the GOAT? Suzuka Snooze & GPT KO Delivers Mayhem...

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2025/04/07

This week on Ahead of the Game, it’s a cold one with plenty of ice (and a few fire takes).Ovechkin makes history, surpassing Wayne Gretzky as the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer. The boys unpack how he did it, what it means, and why we’ll probably never see anything like it again.Formula 1 in Suzuka flopped hard. The boys dive into whether F1 has lost its edge, why tech is killing overtaking, and what needs to change.NBL free agency shakes things up as Matthew Dellavedova signs with the Sydney

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00:28:07

F1 Driver Drama, AFL Culture Cracks & NRL Halfback...

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2025/04/04

Ryan’s back and the boys rip through all things F1, NRL and AFL on a Friday edition of Ahead of the Game – Sports Chat.🏎️ In F1, it’s all eyes on Suzuka as Liam Lawson returns and Yuki Sonoda melts under pressure.🏉 NRL talk gets spicy as Jez breaks down why the Sharks’ halves can’t deliver in crunch time.🏉 AFL chaos continues with Carlton folding in second halves—is it the coach, culture or something deeper?Plus:Suns vs Crows midfield battleFreo needing a statement winLatrell Mitchell returns at

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00:15:33

Supercars Showdown! Waters’ Wobble, Red Bull...

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2025/04/01

In this Supercars Special, Jez is joined by Josh Darke to break down a wild start to the 2024 Supercars season and look ahead to the Taupō Super 440. 🏁 In Sydney, Cam Waters dominated, sweeping all 3 races in true Ford fashion. But at Albert Park, the Red Bull Camaros and Will Brown flipped the script, taking control on the F1 weekend.The championship is tighter than ever, and Brodie Kostecki might just be the Ford threat to upset the Bulls, according to Josh. Now with DJR, Kostecki has been

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00:26:27

Suns & Dogs Flying, NRL Giants Fall & GPT KO Madness...

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2025/03/31

Ryan’s back and the boys are feeling good after a big tipping weekend over at bets.com.au—Ryan cleaned up AFL Sunday while Jez hit big on Saturday’s footy slate.Then it’s time to recap the wild weekend in AFL & NRL:Port can’t close, Carlton under pressure, and the Suns might be the real deal.Hawthorn are 4-0 after taking down the Giants in windy Tassie.In the NRL, Panthers, Roosters, and Storm all lose, a triple shock not seen since 2016.Dragons keep climbing, Dogs sit top of the table, and Ryan

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00:26:26

Souths Rising, Port’s Collapse & F1 Driver Chaos +...

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2025/03/28

With Ryan resting his voice, Josh Darke steps in for a huge episode of Ahead of the Game. The boys kick off with Shit That’s Happened, breaking down:South Sydney’s shock win over Penrith and their claim to top 4 statusPort Adelaide’s rollercoaster form, leading Jez to question leadershipF1 chaos with Liam Lawson swapped out for Yuki Tsunoda after only two races—was it too soon, and what’s next for both drivers?Then in Whaddya Watchin, they preview:🏉 Dragons vs Storm – Can Bellamy overcome

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00:23:37

Big Calls: Payne Haas, North Melbourne & Piastri +...

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2025/03/25

Ryan’s voice might be down a gear, but the opinions are still running red-hot on Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat!Big thanks to www.bets.com.au for all the support - check out the Game Previews for upcoming AFL Round 3 and NRL Round 4.The show opens with Big Call, where Jez lays out a compelling case for Payne Haas as the most dominant front-rower in the modern NRL, with stats to match. Then it’s AFL talk—could North Melbourne actually make the 8 after their huge win over Melbourne? Ryan presses Jez

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00:23:35

Hawks Force Game 5, AFL & NRL Contender Talk & F1...

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2025/03/21

The boys start with Shit That’s Happened, breaking down the Illawarra Hawks’ incredible Game 4 win over Melbourne United to force a deciding Game 5 on their home court. It’s been impossible to pick winners in this NBL Championship series, with every game won by the away team so far.They also chat about Hawthorn’s win over Carlton, Melbourne’s expected but non-covering win against Penrith in the NRL, and pay tribute to F1 legend Eddie Jordan, who sadly passed away this week.The weekend preview

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00:30:39

NRL & AFL Upsets? | Top 5 Underdogs & Brandon Smith’s...

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2025/03/19

Ryan & Jez kick things off with Bang Bang, where Jez tips Melbourne to defeat Penrith by double digits—a rare underdog spot for the reigning premiers. Ryan believes Carlton can take down Hawthorn in the AFL, and he’s backing Parramatta to beat the injury-hit Bulldogs in the NRL.Then it’s time for Tux’s Top 5, shifting gears from weird sports to the greatest underdog stories in history. The list includes:Leicester City’s miracle EPL title (2015-16)The 2005 Socceroos' World Cup qualification

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00:22:01

Yeah Nah Debut, GPT KO Returns & F1, AFL, NRL Takes |...

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2025/03/17

The boys are back, kicking off with a recap of their sports writing weekend and how their articles performed at bets.com.au.Then it’s time for the debut of "Yeah Nah", where Jez & Ryan debate:🏎️ Lando Norris for the F1 Drivers’ Championship – Is McLaren ready to challenge Red Bull?🏉 Canberra Raiders for the NRL top 8 – A legit contender or an early-season mirage?🐯 Richmond Tigers no longer a lock for the wooden spoon – Are the Tigers better than predicted?After the break, GPT KO

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