“Rugby League Rat Pack” is a podcast that will be used to inform the world about the happenings, competitions, stories, and future goals regarding the sport of Rugby League. It will be informative, as well as humorous and the main goal will be to promote Rugby League. Five Friends. Talking Footy. From America!
EPISODE 35: Rugby League World Cup Semi-Finals & Top 5 NRL Free Agents | Rugby League Rat Pack
Who's advancing to the Rugby League World Cup finals? The Rugby League Rat Pack breaks down the Men's and Women's semi-final matchups, makes its predictions, and debates which teams have what it takes to win it all!
Plus, the Top 5 NRL free agents eligible to negotiate new contracts!
The boys also cover the latest Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup action, including highlights, standings, and upcoming Round 2 matchups.
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QUICK TAP: TOP 5 NRL FREE AGENTS
5. Matt Burton
4. Bradman Best
3. Jack Bostock
2. Sam Walker
1. Herbie Farnworth
Niuy, Vassy & Captain America also review the latest World Cup results, including the controversial Ronaldo Mulitalo high tackle, Lebanon's discipline problems against France, and the biggest performances from Australia, England, New Zealand, Tonga, Samoa, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea.
The boys kick things off with the Haka vs. Sipi Tau challenge dances, discuss the importance of inclusion in rugby league, and debate how to make the Rugby League World Cup even better.
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28 Oct 2026
EPISODE 34: Rugby League World Cup Recap, Standings & Predictions | Rugby League Rat Pack
The Rugby League World Cup is heating up and the Rugby League Rat Pack is analyzing results, surprises, standings, and making predictions as the men's and women's tournaments move toward Round 3.
From Australia's clash with Fiji to England vs. France, Tonga vs. Lebanon, Papua New Guinea vs. Samoa, and New Zealand vs. Cook Islands, Niuy, Duck Arse & Captain America deliver insights and opinions on all the World Cup action.
The crew also reviews the Women's Rugby League World Cup, previews the upcoming fixtures, and looks ahead to the opening round of the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup.
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In This Episode:
Men's Rugby League World Cup Results
Australia vs. Fiji
England vs. France
Tonga vs. Lebanon
Papua New Guinea vs. Samoa
New Zealand vs. Cook Islands
Women's Rugby League World Cup
World Cup Standings & Predictions
Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup
Scrum Vegas IV Countdown
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21 Oct 2026
Episode 33: Frank Ponissi's Incredible Journey – From Kangaroos to Melbourne Storm
On this special episode of the Rugby League Rat Pack, we're proud to welcome one of the most respected and influential figures in rugby league, Melbourne Storm Director of Football, Frank Ponissi!
Go behind the scenes of one of the NRL's most successful clubs as Frank shares incredible stories from his remarkable career, including his partnership with Craig Bellamy, Grand Final triumphs, the salary cap scandal, the Battle of Brookvale, and his fascinating experiences across rugby league, rugby union, and American sports.
From his early coaching days and touring with the Australian Kangaroos to his time in rugby union, coaching the New York Knights, and building a winning culture at Melbourne Storm, Frank takes the Rat Pack through an extraordinary journey in professional sports.
Plus, the boys break down Round 1 of the Men's and Women's Rugby League World Cup, review the standings, preview Round 2, and share their latest World Cup predictions.
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In This Episode:
Frank Ponissi's Rugby League Journey
Australian Kangaroos to Melbourne Storm
Building Melbourne Storm's NRL Dynasty
Working with Craig Bellamy
Cameron Munster's Development
NRL Grand Final Championships
Melbourne Storm Salary Cap Scandal
The Battle of Brookvale
Coaching the New York Knights
Rugby Union and American Sports
Celebrity Bartender Frank Ponissi!
Rugby League World Cup 2026
World Cup Results, Previews & Picks
Rugby League Las Vegas & Scrum Vegas IV
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