{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69a51a0abfebe48ca95e66ad/6ad8031bcc6f9ca49a87b2d0?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"PNG POUNCE! Chiefs Closing In On Their Target + Sam Walker’s Roosters Contract Standoff | RLIEP184","description":"<p>🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast</p><p>Brought to you by FanaticsTV.</p><p><br></p><p>James Hooper is joined by Craig Gower and Christian Nicolussi to unpack the biggest rugby league talking points.</p><p>The team discuss the latest mail linking AJ Brimson to the PNG Chiefs, whether the Perth Bears have the roster to compete, and the debate over PNG’s tax-free recruitment advantage.</p><p><br></p><p>Plus, Sam Walker’s contract standoff with the Roosters, Australia’s World Cup win over New Zealand, Kalyn Ponga’s injury, David Fifita’s resurgence under Wayne Bennett, Josh Addo-Carr’s uncertain Parramatta future and Eli Katoa’s recovery.</p><p><br></p><p>⏱️ TIMESTAMPS</p><p><br></p><p>0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider</p><p>1:37 — PNG Chiefs recruitment and AJ Brimson transfer mail</p><p>5:14 — Can the Perth Bears compete? Roster concerns and expansion debate</p><p>15:10 — PNG’s tax-free advantage, player lifestyle and recruitment challenges</p><p>20:55 — PNG’s halfback hunt: Cleary, Walker </p><p>23:53 — Sam Walker’s Roosters deadline and contract standoff</p><p>35:25 — World Cup reaction: Australia overcome New Zealand</p><p>36:43 — Kalyn Ponga’s injury and the Kiwis’ chances</p><p>41:36 — Can Tonga and Samoa challenge Australia?</p><p>43:22 — David Fifita’s resurgence and Kangaroos opportunity</p><p>47:13 — PNG Chiefs logo, jersey reveal and naming dispute</p><p>50:50 — Josh Addo-Carr’s uncertain Parramatta future</p><p>54:32 — Is Jack Bostock the best winger in the game?</p><p>55:03 — Eli Katoa’s recovery and potential return</p><p>59:39 — Tonga team news and final wrap-up</p><p><br></p><p>📞 INSIDER HOTLINE</p><p>Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you.</p><p>☎️ (02) 8001 6260</p><p>Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode.</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper</p><p>🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper</p><p><br></p><p>🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE</p><p>Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year.</p><p>No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week.</p><p>👉 Join now: fanatics.tv</p>","author_name":"FanaticsTV"}