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Join dual premiership winner NRL star James Maloney, journalist Ben Tallintyre, and Adrian D'Agostino to get stuck into all the weekly NRL news. Extended Bench cuts through the noise. Breaking down the week's biggest rugby league moments with honest opinions and fresh takes. This isn't your typical footy analysis, it's the real conversations you'd have with your mates at the pub, just with people who actually know what they're talking about.
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- 3 days ago52 min
Maloney slams State of Origin act, makes huge Warriors call
NRL legend James Maloney joins the Bench to take a look at the fallout from State of Origin Game 1, what did we think of the controversy around Kayln Ponga’s high shot and send off, how did the NSW halves actually stack up and what changes are on the cards for game two. We than look at the game of the year between the Panthers and the Warriors and ask if the Warrior Nation are the best fans in the game. After that we run through the rest of the ladder at the halfway mark of the season proper and sum up every side’s chances of heading towards finals footy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 4 days ago41 min
No way I’d pick him- Jimmy axes Origin star, picks new-look team
The Extended Bench returns to get stuck into all things State of Origin selection, with NRL great James Maloney joining the news.com.au sports desk to discuss who he would pick in his New South Wales side. Yeo v Murray, who plays fullback and who fills the vacant wing spot? We then discuss who should play halfback for the Queensland Maroons and what sort of half is required to fill Tom Dearden's shoes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 4 days ago47 min
Jimmy reveals Penrith secret, calls to boo DCE
NRL legend James Maloney joins the boys from the news.com.au sports desk to get stuck into all the weekly NRL news. We discuss the rapid rise of Tanah Boyd and the Warriors, Penrith looking invincible, ask if Brian To’o is the best winger the game has ever seen, and look at the “petty” feud between the Brisbane Broncos and Gorden Tallis. Jimmy also shares his thoughts on the coaching around the development of quality halves in the NRL and well take a look towards the games to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago51 min
Cleary theory debunked as Origin weak link identified, State of Origin Game 1 preview
NRL great Jimmy Maloney leads the way on a deep dive preview for Game One of State of Origin 2026. Is Nathan Cleary under pressure? How will Sam Walker handle the big stage? Jimmy also reflects on his Origin experience and gives an unique insight into the game day preparation for an elite NRL player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 2 weeks ago48 min
Jimmy reveals bombshell Walsh rumour, secret to beating QLD
The Extended Bench returns to get stuck into all things State of Origin selection, with NRL great James Maloney joining the news.com.au sports desk to discuss why Reece Walsh wasn’t picked, the infamous push and shove over the iconic try celebration when Michael Jennings scored.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- May 5, 202641 min
How does a ref say that - NRL called out
News.com.au’s Extended Bench returns as Jimmy Maloney, Adrian D’Agostino and Matty Sullivan discuss all the NRL news of the week. Jimmy unleashes on the standard of NRL officiating, we look at the NSW and Queensland State of Origin sides and who are our bolters for the upcoming series and whether Cameron Munster should still be part of the squad. We then turn our attention to the rough week at the Wests Tigers and discuss just what is Australia’s best sporting weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Apr 28, 202637 min
James Maloney calls for NRL to step in over Latrell drama
NRL legend James Maloney joins the news.com.au team to discuss the big news of the week, as we get stuck into whats happening with Jarome Luai's visit to Papua New Guinea, ask if there is any hope for Craig Bellamy &the Melbourne Storm this season and debate whether or not the game needs to hear more from Latrell Mitchell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Apr 21, 202646 min
St George Illawarra in chaos as James Maloney reveals coaching ambition
The Extended Bench returns this week to discuss all the big news in rugby league, the next chapter in the St George Illawarra Dragons saga & just what coaching ambitions James Maloney is harbouring. We also touch on the mental health struggles of modern day athletes, cast an eye towards the New South Wales State of Origin team and what it truly means to run out and represent your club on ANZAC Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
About Extended Bench
Join dual premiership winner NRL star James Maloney, journalist Ben Tallintyre, and Adrian D'Agostino to get stuck into all the weekly NRL news. Extended Bench cuts through the noise. Breaking down the week's biggest rugby league moments with honest opinions and fresh takes. This isn't your typical footy analysis, it's the real conversations you'd have with your mates at the pub, just with people who actually know what they're talking about.
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