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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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00:16:35

Off The Richter: NFL Hot Takes – MVP Calls, Bucs...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/20

Four topics. Two minutes each. No holding back.Ryan and Jez go Off The Richter with their most unfiltered NFL takes:🏈 Daniel Jones and Drake May deserve MVP respect.🔥 Baker Mayfield’s Bucs are flying and could top the NFC.🐬 Time to clean out the Miami Dolphins — the culture’s gone.🚫 Tanking is dead: why mediocrity kills faster than losing.Fast, funny, opinionated and backed by the latest odds from bets.com.au.👉 Find your NFL previews, MVP markets & weekly picks at bets.com.au/nfl.

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00:41:04

Pacific Championships 2025 Preview – Full Breakdown,...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/14

Ryan & Jez dive deep into the 2025 Pacific Championships, previewing every nation across both the Cup (New Zealand, Samoa, Tonga) and the Bowl (Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Cook Islands).They debate whether the Kiwis deserve to be favourites, break down Samoa’s Penrith-powered lineup, and discuss why Tonga’s Isaiya Katoa could be the breakout star of the tournament.In the Bowl, they look at PNG’s continued rise, Fiji’s explosive backline, and how the Cook Islands can use this campaign as a stepping

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01:00:21

Brisbane Broncos 2025 Season Review – Steel &...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/13

Ryan & Jez relive the extraordinary story of the 2025 Brisbane Broncos, from turmoil under Kevin Walters to triumph under Michael Maguire. The rise, the slump, and Reece Walsh’s journey from prodigy to Clive Churchill medallist. 👉 bets.com.au/nrl

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00:05:36

Cook Islands 2025 Squad Breakdown – Pacific...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/08

Ryan & Jez break down the Cook Islands’ 2025 Pacific Championships squad, a proud side led by Brad Takairangi and coached by Karmichael Hunt. Can they shock Fiji or PNG in Port Moresby? Full breakdown 👉 bets.com.au

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00:06:40

New Zealand Kiwis 2025 Squad Breakdown –...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/07

Ryan & Jez break down the Kiwis’ 2025 Pacific Champs squad headed by James Fisher-Harris. Halves depth is a concern but the forwards look dominant. Full analysis 👉 bets.com.au/nrl

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00:08:17

Samoa 2025 Squad Breakdown – Haas Switch & Pacific...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/07

Ryan & Jez dissect Samoa’s 2025 Pacific Champs squad led by Payne Haas and Luai. After last year’s England tour, they’re ready for redemption. 👉 bets.com.au/nrl

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00:09:32

Tonga 2025 Squad Breakdown – Pacific Championships...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/07

Ryan & Jez break down Tonga’s 2025 Pacific Champs squad featuring Fonua-Blake, Taumalolo & Isaiya Katoa. Can they topple New Zealand and Samoa? 👉 bets.com.au/nrl

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00:06:40

Fiji Bati 2025 Squad Breakdown – Can They Win the...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/07

Ryan & Jez preview the Fiji Bati’s 2025 Pacific Championships squad, highlighting the Fainu brothers, Turuva, and Navy Albatross standout Keresi Maya. Fiji face PNG and Cook Islands in the Bowl — can they claim the title? 👉 bets.com.au/nrl

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00:09:26

Prime Minister’s XIII 2025 Squad Breakdown – PNG v...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/07

Ryan and Jez preview the 20th anniversary Prime Minister’s XIII clash between Australia and PNG. Keon Koloamatangi captains a young Aussie side while PNG look to shock the favourites again. Full squad analysis and key talking points.👉 bets.com.au/nrl

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00:16:15

Kangaroos 2025 Ashes Squad Breakdown – Addo-Carr IN,...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/07

Ryan and Jez dissect the Australian Kangaroos’ 2025 Rugby League Ashes squad, with late news that Addo-Carr replaces Coates and Lomax. Who makes their top 17, and can anyone stop the Aussies from a 3-0 sweep?Follow all the 2025 Rugby League Ashes action on Bets.com.au

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00:35:21

Summer of Cricket 2025 – Ashes, Big Bash & Batting...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/06

Ryan, Jez & Adam from bets.com.au preview Australia’s Summer of Cricket ahead of a blockbuster home Ashes series. Can Australia sweep England again? Who replaces David Warner at the top? And how will the India ODIs, T20s and Big Bash shape the summer? Full preview of the Ashes, BBL 15, player storylines, key venues and betting angles in this huge season launch.Summer of Cricket Full Preview!

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00:22:43

AFL Rule Change Rant – Centre Bounce Removed & The...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/03

The AFL has confirmed that from 2026 the centre bounce will be scrapped, replacing one of footy’s most iconic traditions with a throw-up. In our new segment Point Blank, Ryan & Jez fire up about the decision, what it means for ruckmen, umpires and fans, and whether the AFL is losing the unpredictability and theatre that make it unique. We also look at the other rule tweaks on the way and ask: is the game drifting too far from its

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00:31:14

NRL Grand Final 2025 Betting Preview - Melbourne...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/03

Ryan & Jez deliver the official betting breakdown for the 2025 NRL Grand Final between Melbourne Storm and Brisbane Broncos. From margin markets and first try scorer trends to anytime try scorers and Clive Churchill Medal odds, we look at where the smart money is heading. Plus, the boys build a same game multi live on the show featuring Storm strike weapons and Broncos stars in

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00:29:01

AFL & NRL Grand Final Entertainment – From Tina...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/03

With Snoop Dogg set to perform at the 2025 AFL Grand Final, Ryan & Jez look back at the greatest Grand Final entertainment moments of all time. From Tina Turner’s Simply the Best and Robbie Williams lighting up the MCG, to the Hoodoo Gurus’ That’s My Team, The Killers with Jack Riewoldt, and Johnny Farnham’s You’re the Voice – we rank the shows that defined generations. Could Snoop join this list of all-time

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00:35:51

NRL Grand Final 2025 Preview - Melbourne Storm v...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/03

Ryan & Jez are joined by Joel from League of Inches to preview the 2025 NRL Grand Final between Melbourne Storm and Brisbane Broncos. Can Craig Bellamy add another chapter to the Storm dynasty, or will Brisbane’s youthful flair led by Reece Walsh deliver a breakthrough premiership? We cover the stats, key matchups and styles of play, plus bold margin tips and try scorer predictions in one of the most anticipated deciders in

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00:01:56

NBL Ignite Cup Explained – Rules, Prize Money & Why...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/03

The NBL is turning up the heat with the launch of the Ignite Cup, a brand-new in-season tournament that changes Wednesday nights forever. Ryan & Jez break down how the format works, the unique quarter-by-quarter scoring system, the $400,000 prize pool (with 60% going to players), and what it means for teams, players and fans. We also discuss why this could reshape Aussie basketball and whether it’s the start of a new

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00:15:13

Super Bowl LX Picks – NFL 2025 Predictions

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/03

Ryan, Jez & Josh Darke lock in their predictions for Super Bowl LX. Who makes it out of the AFC and NFC, and who lifts the Lombardi Trophy in Santa Clara? From the Ravens and Packers to dark horses like the Vikings and Steelers, we debate contenders, surprise packets and the matchups most likely to define the season.https://www.bets.com.au/nfl/super-bowl-lx-predictions-20250903-0024/

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00:40:45

NRL Finals Week 1 Preview – Storm v Dogs, Warriors v...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/03

Ryan & Jez are joined by Joel from League of Inches to break down all four clashes in Week 1 of the 2025 NRL Finals. From the Storm’s injury concerns against the Bulldogs, to Penrith’s defensive wall against the Warriors, Cronulla’s reputation as flat-track bullies tested by the Roosters, and Canberra’s showdown with Brisbane – every matchup is covered with stats, storylines and bold

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00:38:28

Ranking Australia’s Best National Team Jerseys – AFL,...

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/10/03

Ryan & Jez take on one of the great debates, what is the best Australian national team jersey? From the iconic green and gold of the Wallabies and Socceroos, to the baggy green, Boomers, Diamonds, Kangaroos and more, we rank the designs, the history and the moments that made them famous. Which jersey comes out on top, and which ones miss the mark?Full article on https://www.bets.com.au/videos/top-10-australian-national-team-jerseys-ranked-ahead-of-the-game-20250701-0011/

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00:22:56

NRL 2028: Do We Need Conferences or Just a Map?

Ahead of the Game - Sports Chat ·

2025/06/05

With the NRL expanding to 19 teams across three countries by 2028, something's gotta give. Ryan and Jez break down what a new conference or division structure could look like and why PNG, Perth, and the Warriors pose massive challenges.From travel times to rivalry resets, they explore every angle (including one absolute scheduling headache). Tune in for laughs, logic, and a whole lot of rugby league passion.Check out Bets.com.au for all your free game previews and top tips!

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