NRLW Weekly

Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims preview two huge NRLW finals matches, reveal Ru’s team of the year and celebrate retiring stars Corban Baxter and Millie Elliott. Plus, what do players think of the smaller ball trial? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims unpack a massive final round of the NRLW regular season. Ruan makes the case for greater investment in players, coaches and pathways, reveals her players of the round and delivers another Déjà Ru. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims break down a huge weekend of NRLW action as the Dragons upset the Warriors across the ditch, the Broncos return to their devastating best and the Wests Tigers continue their remarkable finals-bound transformation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roosters rewrite the NRLW record books with a stunning 66-8 victory over the Warriors, while the Titans make it seven consecutive wins and establish themselves as genuine premiership contenders. Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims unpack the standout performances from Krystal Blackwell, Tegan Levi and Rory Owen, assess the increasingly tight battle for the final top-six position and ask whether the Broncos’ three-game losing streak should be a cause for concern. Ruan also examines the NSWRL’s ambitious new Women and Girls Strategy, before the team celebrates Talei Holmes’ remarkable return to the NRLW less than four months after giving birth. Plus, every Round 9 match previewed and tipped. 00:00 Welcome to NRLW Weekly 00:35 Ruan’s Round 8 three-two-one 00:51 Krystal Blackwell’s six-try masterclass 02:43 Tegan Levi’s game-changing effort 03:46 Rory Owen stars for the Eels 05:18 Roosters rewrite the NRLW record books 06:44 What went wrong for the Warriors? 08:52 Wests Tigers edge the Knights 10:48 The fastest try in NRLW history 11:19 The race for the final top-six position 12:11 Warriors and Knights face difficult run homes 14:19 Should the Broncos be worried? 15:38 Titans emerge as genuine title contenders 16:33 NSWRL launches its Women and Girls Strategy 18:28 Creating pathways for female coaches 20:28 Why women are essential to rugby league’s future 21:34 Talei Holmes’ remarkable return after giving birth 24:48 Round 9 preview and tips 25:08 Titans v Raiders 27:45 Roosters v Sharks 29:26 Cowboys v Knights 31:42 Warriors v Dragons 33:27 Eels v Broncos 35:15 Wests Tigers v Bulldogs 37:03 Final thoughts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Titans are up to second, the Roosters have handed Brisbane back-to-back losses, and the race for the NRLW finals is getting seriously interesting. Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims break down all the big talking points from Round 7, including Ruan’s 3-2-1, Mackenzie Wiki’s monster performance, another edition of Déjà Roo and whether the Wests Tigers can make their first-ever finals series. Plus, could women’s sport merch be the NRLW’s next big opportunity? Marlee pitches everything from player-themed mini goats to Crocs charms before the team previews every Round 8 clash, including the huge Titans v Broncos showdown. 00:00 Welcome to NRLW Weekly 01:19 Round 7 recap and the Roosters’ comeback 02:28 Ruan’s 3-2-1 from Round 7 04:45 Mackenzie Wiki’s incredible captain’s challenge 05:20 Déjà Roo: Tegan Levi does it again 06:55 Are the Titans now a genuine Roosters threat? 10:08 Who can make a run from the chasing pack? 12:00 What Caught My Sideline Eye 12:30 The huge opportunity in women’s sports merchandise 17:54 Ben Jeffries re-signs with Newcastle 18:58 Bulldogs announce 2027 coaching change 22:13 Round 8 preview begins 22:41 Knights v Wests Tigers 25:32 Bulldogs v Raiders 27:15 Dragons v Cowboys 30:03 Titans v Broncos: game of the round? 34:20 Roosters v Warriors 37:19 Sharks v Eels 41:23 Round 8 wrap and farewell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRLW premiership race is wide open after Canberra handed Brisbane its first loss of the season, leaving the Roosters as the competition’s only unbeaten team. Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims celebrate the opening week of Indigenous Round, reveal their standout players from Round 6 and answer listener questions about the Dragons and Broncos. Plus, they preview every Round 7 matchup, including the blockbuster grand final rematch between Brisbane and the Roosters. Who wins the rematch, and can anyone stop the Tricolours? 00:00 Welcome to NRLW Weekly 00:45 Indigenous Round begins 01:48 Ruan’s Round 6 standout players 03:51 Celebrating culture across the NRLW 07:08 Listener questions 07:43 What are the Dragons missing? 10:16 Should Broncos fans be worried? 12:52 Canberra’s stunning win over Brisbane 13:49 Why the NRLW isn’t a two-horse race 16:37 Round 7 preview 16:55 Titans vs Dragons 19:22 Eels vs Bulldogs 21:48 Broncos vs Roosters 26:38 Knights vs Raiders 28:44 Wests Tigers vs Warriors 31:56 Cowboys vs Sharks 34:55 Final thoughts and sign-off See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRLW Magic Round delivered on and off the field, with more than 14,000 fans turning out across two huge days in Wagga Wagga. Marlie Silver and Ruan Sims break down the standout performances from Round 5, including Raecene McGregor’s dominant display, Jess Sergis’ hat-trick and an historic Cowboys comeback. They examine why the undefeated Broncos and Roosters remain ahead of the competition, the teams capable of challenging them and whether the winless Eels can turn their season around. Marlie shares the inspiring story of the Wagga Magpies under-eight girls taking on an all-boys competition, before Ruan launches a new segment, Deja Ru , comparing two incredible scorpion-style NRLW moments. Plus, the latest judiciary and injury news, every Round 6 game previewed and Ruan’s tips for the weekend. Subscribe to the NRLW Weekly Podcast and catch every game of the NRLW live and free on Nine and 9Now. 00:20 Welcome to the show 00:58 Magic Round delivers in Wagga Wagga 02:12 Who owned Magic Round? 02:22 Cowboys' historic comeback 02:49 Ruan's 3-2-1 best performances 03:50 Why NRLW players are such important role models 05:20 Why the Broncos and Roosters stay unbeaten 06:50 The teams that can challenge the top two 08:24 Can Parramatta still turn its season around? 09:27 Break 09:37 Sideline Eye: Magic Round community event 10:54 The inspiring Wagga Magpies under-8 girls 12:39 Deja Ru makes its debut 13:05 Julia Robinson's incredible scorpion try 13:34 Taryn Aiken's matching scorpion try-saver 14:31 Taryn Aiken returns and injury news 16:31 Round 6 preview begins 16:45 Bulldogs vs Cowboys 18:26 Sharks vs Titans 21:25 Warriors vs Knights 22:01 How the Warriors can unlock Mele Hufanga 24:13 Raiders vs Broncos 25:54 Dragons vs Wests Tigers 28:38 Roosters vs Eels 30:02 Soraya Paki deserves more recognition 30:42 Final thoughts and Round 6 wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRLW Magic Round is here, with all 12 teams descending on Wagga Wagga for six huge games across one weekend. Mali Silva and Ruan Sims break down every match, reveal their players of the round and discuss the growing influence of rugby sevens stars, including the outstanding Tegan Levi. The team also looks at the latest injury news, Jocelyn Kelleher’s record-equalling performance, Abbey Church’s individual brilliance and the touching show of support for injured star Yasmin Meakes. Plus, which team is under the most pressure, who is the biggest upset chance and which match could deliver the most Magic Round fireworks? 00:19 Round four recap and Magic Round preview 01:09 Ruan’s players of the round 01:18 Jocelyn Kelleher’s five try assists 01:54 Abbey Church and Tegan Levi share two points 02:31 Why Tegan Levi is the best sevens convert 03:01 Tamika Upton takes the Dally M lead 03:25 More round four standout performers 03:53 Tegan Levi builds hype around the NRLW 04:11 The NRLW is now part of rugby league’s fabric 05:13 Tegan Levi’s cheerleading and sevens background 05:49 Abbey Church’s brilliant chip-and-chase try 06:21 “Church is in session” 06:39 The NRLW sisterhood supports Yasmin Meakes 08:11 Tarryn Aiken injury update 09:07 Madison Mulhall’s ACL injury 10:17 HIA updates and Warriors injury news 11:22 Magic Round preview begins 12:23 Sharks v Tigers 14:00 Dragons v Roosters 15:13 Raiders v Cowboys 17:12 Bulldogs v Broncos 18:45 Warriors v Titans 19:04 Why Warriors v Titans could be game of the round 21:37 Eels v Knights 23:26 Rapid-fire Magic Round calls 23:48 Biggest upset chance 23:53 Player to watch 24:00 Teams under the most pressure 24:09 Match most likely to produce magic 24:14 Plan your NRLW Magic Round watch party 24:45 Final thoughts and sign-off See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims unpack a massive Round 3 of the NRLW, including record-breaking attack from the Gold Coast Titans and the Broncos and Roosters maintaining their unbeaten starts. Ru names her standout performers before introducing a new segment inspired by Tamika Upton’s incredible try assist and its striking similarity to Greg Inglis’ iconic effort in the 2008 Centenary Test. The team also sends its love to Knights captain Yasmin Meakes following her ACL injury, examines the Warriors’ pathways in New Zealand and celebrates the Bulldogs’ breakthrough victory. Then it’s time to preview every Round 4 match, with Ruan revealing her tips and nominating the young Knight reminding her of an emerging Tamika Upton. Plus, two double passes to NRLW Magic Round in Wagga Wagga are up for grabs! To enter, comment on Spotify or YouTube or message the show and tell us which player you want to see bring the magic and why. Subscribe and watch every NRLW game live and free on Nine and 9Now. 00:00 Welcome to NRLW Weekly 01:49 Yasmin Meakes’ devastating ACL injury 03:25 Ruan’s Round 3 standout performers 05:23 Tamika Upton recreates an iconic GI moment 08:36 Olivia Kernick’s incredible flick pass 09:40 Baxter crashes the podcast 10:32 Marlee manifests a Bulldogs victory 12:14 Inside the Warriors’ NRLW pathways 14:00 Could New Zealand gain another women’s team? 14:50 Win tickets to NRLW Magic Round 16:23 Round 4 preview 16:53 Raiders v Sharks 19:26 Bulldogs v Dragons 20:52 Cowboys v Titans 22:47 Eels v Warriors 24:58 Broncos v Knights 26:52 Ruan’s breakout star of the season 27:40 Wests Tigers v Roosters 30:06 Round 4 viewing guide and final thoughts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ruan Sims pushes back on claims the NRLW is a two-horse race after the Sharks and Knights seriously tested competition heavyweights Brisbane and the Roosters. Marlee Silva and Ruan break down the biggest Round 2 performances, including Jamie Chapman’s epic outing, Jess Sergis’ influence and Faith Manera’s stunning hat-trick, before examining the injury toll already testing the Warriors and Eels. Plus, they celebrate 20 years of Women in League, reflect on the powerful NRLW captain portrait exhibition at Sydney’s Museum of Contemporary Art and preview every game of Round 3. 00:00 Welcome to NRLW Weekly 01:20 Round 2’s biggest results 02:33 How the Sharks turned it around in one week 03:54 Is calling the NRLW a “two-horse race” disrespectful? 05:08 Ruan Sims’ Round 2 player ratings 06:22 What makes Olivia Kernick so valuable? 08:08 NRLW injury toll begins to grow 08:39 Warriors and Eels hit hardest by injuries 09:46 Are New Zealand’s pathways ready to support the Warriors? 11:35 Celebrating 20 years of Women in League 12:46 Ruan reflects on the growth of the women’s game 15:43 Why sport is art 17:03 Round 3 preview begins 17:03 Raiders v Roosters 18:35 Warriors v Cowboys 20:00 Bulldogs v Sharks 21:57 Titans v Eels 24:11 Broncos v Wests Tigers 25:50 Knights v Dragons 27:46 Round 3 predictions and final thoughts 27:59 Ruan attempts the Women in League anthem See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims take the podcast on the road from Shark Park! Round 1 Wrap-up: Quick hits on all six opening games, including standout performances from Yasmin Meakes and Tarryn Aiken, plus the Broncos’ dominant 50–4 win. Round 2 Preview & Tips: Complete analysis and predictions for the upcoming matches, including the Roosters v Knights. Injury & Selection News: The latest on major squad disruptions, including the Titans losing Destiny Mino-Sinapati and Jessika Elliston to MCL injuries. Watch on YouTube or subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Stream every game live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The wait is over. The 2026 NRLW season kicks off this week and Marlee Silva is joined by Ruan Sims to preview every team, every contender and the biggest storylines heading into Round 1. Can the Broncos defend their title after an off-season full of change? Are the Warriors the competition's biggest threat? Which teams are flying under the radar, and which Origin stars are set to dominate from the opening whistle? Marlee also shares what caught her sideline eye after spending time around the NRLW season launch and pre-season events, giving an insider feel for the teams and players creating the biggest buzz. Plus, the listener questions, Round 1 predictions and everything you need to know before the new season gets underway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Burt, AFLW Sports Journalist and Commentator, and Marlee Silva, NRLW Journalist and Presenter, come together to discuss what their codes can learn from each other. They explore how women’s sport isn’t about competing but joining forces for the common goal of growth and success. A must-listen for fans of AFLW, NRLW, and women’s sport overall. To get in touch on Instagram follow sarah___bur t and marlee.silva See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The countdown is on! This week, the Ru and Marlee break down the epic NRLW Grand Final clash, offering their predictions, key matchups, and the X-factors set to decide the premiership trophy. Plus, they dive into the major talking points from the Dally M Awards—who was robbed and who surprised? And finally, they discuss the bombshell news of superstar halfback Jesse Southwell's reported move to the Broncos, analyzing the huge implications it has for the competition's future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And then there were four.. Ru hands out the final NRLW Weekly Medal and reveals her highly-anticipated 2025 NRLW Team of the Year. Does your favorite player make the cut? Plus, Marlee gives her candid "sideline eye" observations on the Titans' Mad Monday, and we dive into your listener questions on potential finals upsets and favorite games of the year. Finally, we preview the huge Preliminary Finals with Roosters vs. Sharks and Broncos vs. Knights in a Grand Final Qualifier showdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The finals are here! Join us as we dissect all the on-field action, including the latest injury news on Tarryn Aiken and what it means for the Roosters premiership hopes. We'll also break down the standout rookies of the season, discuss what's next for the teams who missed the finals, and answer your questions on whether the Eels and Warriors can bounce back in 2026. Plus, we preview both thrilling elimination finals: the Knights vs. Titans and the Cowboys vs. Sharks! It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for an action-packed episode of NRLW Weekly as Ru and Marlee dive into the race to the finals. This week's show featu res an interview with Sydney Roosters star Jocelyn Kelleher, who gives her insights on the competition and her team's form as they charge towards the finals. The episode also breaks down the new finals format, discusses the big news of Teddy Swims headlining the Grand Final, and covers all the sideline eye moments and listener questions. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ru and Marlee discuss the big news that Brett Kimmorley is stepping down as the Tigers' NRLW head coach at the end of the season and Gayle Broughton is set to return to the Warriors. Broncos rookie, Kerri Johnson joins the show. Plus Ru teaches us the art of a perfect field goal setup, and preview all the upcoming action for Round 10. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the regular season nearly over, Ruan explains the new 2025 NRLW finals format and what it means for every team's premiership chances. Marlee and Ruan also talk about the concerning gap between the Broncos/Roosters and the rest of the competition, discuss the importance of a team's markers on the field, and review what's going on with NRLW players on social media. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, we're joined by North Queensland Cowboys forward Makenzie Weale to discuss what it's been like on the ground in Townsville. Then, we tackle the controversial news that Maddie Studdon was blocked from joining the Warriors, breaking down the implications and what this means for her future. Plus, we talk about the rumor sending shockwaves through the league—is Jesse Southwell really heading to Brisbane? We also hand out our NRLW Weekly Medal, answer listener questions, and give you our tips for Round 8. It's an episode you won't want to miss! It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. 00:00 - Welcome 01:00 - NRLW Weekly medal 04:00 - Maddie Studdon blocked from joining Warriors 09:00 - Jesse Southwell to Brisbane rumour 11:45 - Ru’s Learning with Lite N Easy 15:00 - Mackenzie Weale 25:00 - ‘What caught my sideline eye’ 28:00 - Listener questions 30:30 - Round 8 tips and preview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.