Episode 148 of SmartB Sports Update is filled with shock announcements, strong opinions, and a few stinging truths. Kicking things off, Kevin Walters stuns the NRL world, claiming he would’ve won the premiership had he stayed on as Broncos coach. Meanwhile, the ARLC takes a hardline stance, announcing plans to ban any NRL players defecting to R360 for 10 years, raising major questions around player movement and the league’s future.

Elsewhere, the Tom Trbojevic contract stalemate is finally resolved, with Turbo confirming he’ll stay at Manly, easing fan tensions. We also break down the Kangaroos team list for the opening Ashes Test, including surprise selections and snubs.

In other sports, it’s been a wild week: England’s favourite villain Stuart Broad is at it again, declaring this current Australian cricket team the worst since 2010-11. Over in football, shockwaves hit the EPL as Ange Postecoglou is sacked by Nottingham Forest just 39 days into his tenure. And in the pool, fans are blindsided as Ariarne Titmus announces her retirement at just 25, bowing out at the peak of her powers. To wrap it up, Jannik Sinner bags $6 million, taking out the Six Kings Slam in commanding fashion.

Massive moves, controversial calls, and sporting bombshells—Episode 148 has it all.

🎙️ Episode 148 is LIVE! 🎙️

🏉 Kevin Walters says he would've won the comp if he stayed at Broncos 😳
🚫 ARLC plans 10-year ban for R360 defectors
🐬 Tom Trbojevic stays at Manly
🦘 Kangaroos squad named for 1st Ashes Test

🏏 Stuart Broad: “Worst Aussie team since 2010” 😬
⚽ Ange Postecoglou sacked after just 39 days at Forest
🏊 Ariarne Titmus retires at 25
🎾 Sinner wins $6M Six Kings Slam

🎧 Listen now

#SmartBSportsUpdate #NRL #KevinWalters #TomTrbojevic #R360 #Kangaroos #Ashes #AriarneTitmus #AngePostecoglou #JannikSinner #NRLPodcast #Cricket #Tennis #Swimming #EPL #SportsPodcast

This episode is brought to you by Optimum CBD - Get all your premium CBD products from Optimum CBD. For stress relief, pain management, sleep support, and general wellness. Head to https://optimumcbd.store now. Spend $99 or more for free shipping. You must be over 18 years of age to order.

This episode is brought to you by Gear Guard - Get rid of smells and odours in sweaty clothes and fabrics. A powerful laundry booster that eliminates the odours that detergents and sanitisers leave behind. If the stink stays, you don't pay! No questions asked. Buy now - https://garamecleaning.co/smartb/

The drought is over! In Episode 147 of SmartB Sports Update, we celebrate the Brisbane Broncos' first NRL premiership in 19 years, after a commanding Grand Final win over the Storm. But the action didn’t stop at full-time—Jordan Riki and Reece Walsh took aim at Buzz Rothfield, mocking the journo in the aftermath of the club’s triumph, adding fuel to the fire of one of the game’s ongoing feuds.

Elsewhere, Aaron Woods takes a swing at Gorden Tallis, firing back at old comments made about Michael Maguire. And speaking of criticism, questions are swirling around Craig Bellamy’s Grand Final record, as the Storm fall short once again on the biggest stage. In a surprise twist, Ricky Stuart is bizarrely named Dally M Coach of the Year, despite the Raiders' straight-sets exit, sparking confusion across the league.

We also unpack the Kangaroos squad announcement for the Ashes tour, including who made it, who missed out, and what the selection says about Australia’s international strategy.

In other sports, Novak Djokovic collapses in the brutal heat of the Shanghai Masters, raising concerns about his endurance and recovery heading into the final stretch of the tennis season. Meanwhile, a WA country football club is forced to apologise after its president is caught in a culturally insensitive costume at a club event.

This episode delivers finals fallout, controversy, and all the big talking points from the week in sport. Let’s go!

🎙️ Episode 147 is LIVE! 🎙️

🏆 Broncos end 19-year drought with huge GF win 🔥
😏 Riki & Walsh mock Buzz Rothfield after the game
🎙️ Aaron Woods fires back at Gorden Tallis
🤔 Craig Bellamy’s GF record under the spotlight
😳 Ricky Stuart named Dally M Coach of the Year?!
🦘 Kangaroos squad picked for Ashes tour

🎾 Djokovic collapses in Shanghai 🥵
😬 WA footy club apologises for president’s offensive costume

🎧 Listen now: https://smartb.com.au/podcast

#SmartBSportsUpdate #NRL #Broncos #NRLGrandFinal #BuzzRothfield #ReeceWalsh #JordanRiki #AaronWoods #GordenTallis #CraigBellamy #RickyStuart #Djokovic #ShanghaiMasters #SportsPodcast #AshesTour

This episode is brought to you by Optimum CBD - Get all your premium CBD products from Optimum CBD. For stress relief, pain management, sleep support, and general wellness. Head to https://optimumcbd.store now. Spend $99 or more for free shipping. You must be over 18 years of age to order.

This episode is brought to you by Gear Guard - Get rid of smells and odours in sweaty clothes and fabrics. A powerful laundry booster that eliminates the odours that detergents and sanitisers leave behind. If the stink stays, you don't pay! No questions asked. Buy now - https://garamecleaning.co/smartb/

In a blockbuster Grand Final edition of SmartB Sports Update, NRL premiership winner and State of Origin hero Mitchell Pearce joins us to break down everything you need to know ahead of the Storm v Broncos decider. From tactical matchups to pressure moments, Mitch brings firsthand experience of what it takes to reach — and win — a Grand Final.

Pearce reflects on his own heartbreaking 2010 Grand Final loss and how it became the driving force behind his 2013 premiership victory with the Roosters. With invaluable insight into leadership, resilience, and game-day preparation, Mitch peels back the curtain on how top-tier teams navigate the NRL’s biggest stage.

We also wrap up a wild week in league:
🏆 The Panthers’ dynasty ends after a stunning run of four straight premierships.
🥇 James Tedesco takes home his second Dally M Medal, while Kieran Foran wins the Ken Stephen Medal for his off-field contributions.
👀 A new competition, R360, is circling several NRL stars with big-dollar offers.
🔁 Lewis Dodd is released by the Rabbitohs, opening up more roster shake-ups.
⚖️ And Mitch shares his take on the Galvin vs Sexton debate at the Bulldogs — who's the better fit, and what should Canterbury do next?

It’s an unmissable episode packed with finals insight, player perspective, and expert takes from one of the game’s most experienced playmakers. Let’s go!

🎙️ Episode 146 is LIVE! 🎙️
🏆 Grand Final Special w/ Mitchell Pearce!

• Storm v Broncos preview 🔥
• Mitch on how the 2010 GF loss shaped his 2013 premiership win
• Panthers’ dynasty ends
• Teddy wins second Dally M
• Foran gets Ken Stephen Medal
• R360’s bold moves 👀
• Mitch weighs in on Galvin v Sexton debate at Dogs

🎧 Listen now: https://smartb.com.au/podcast

#SmartBSportsUpdate #NRLGrandFinal #MitchellPearce #StormvBroncos #NRL2025 #DallyM #Bulldogs #JamesTedesco #KieranForan #R360 #NRLPodcast #Galvin #Sexton #Panthers #Rabbitohs #LewisDodd #SportsPodcast

This episode is brought to you by Optimum CBD - Get all your premium CBD products from Optimum CBD. For stress relief, pain management, sleep support, and general wellness. Head to https://optimumcbd.store now. Spend $99 or more for free shipping. You must be over 18 years of age to order.

This episode is brought to you by Gear Guard - Get rid of smells and odours in sweaty clothes and fabrics. A powerful laundry booster that eliminates the odours that detergents and sanitisers leave behind. If the stink stays, you don't pay! No questions asked. Buy now - https://garamecleaning.co/smartb/

Episode 145 of SmartB Sports Update is all about straight sets, stinging shots, and simmering tensions across the footy finals and beyond. We start with a frustrated Ricky Stuart, who blows up in his press conference after the Raiders are bundled out of the finals in straight sets. Not far behind, the Bulldogs also crash out after a brutal thrashing at the hands of the Panthers.

With preliminary finals heating up, the mind games have already begun—Reece Walsh fires a cheeky shot at Nathan Cleary, and Kotoni Staggs targets the Panthers' “weakness” in a confident claim that has fans buzzing. Meanwhile, Sharks sceptics like Brent Read suggest Cronulla had an easy run, and Manly are under fire after reportedly disrespecting Tom Trbojevic in a contract negotiation bungle.

On the tennis court, Pat Rafter reflects on the challenges of captaining Nick Kyrgios in the Davis Cup, revealing it was “difficult to talk to him.” And while one legend speaks, another prepares—Novak Djokovic confirms he’ll return to the court at the Shanghai Masters, setting the stage for a big finish to the season.

It’s all happening in Episode 145—explosive exits, media mind games, and legends clashing. Don’t miss it!

🎙️ Episode 145 is LIVE! 🎙️

🏉 Finals Fallout:

• Raiders & Bulldogs exit in straight sets 😬
• Reece Walsh fires shot at Cleary 👀
• Kotoni Staggs says Panthers have a weakness 🔥
• Manly disrespect Turbo Tom? 😡
• Brent Read: “Sharks had it easy” 🦈

🎾 Off-court drama:

• Pat Rafter: “Kyrgios was hard to talk to” 😮
• Djokovic set to play Shanghai Masters 🇨🇳

🎧 Listen now: https://smartb.com.au/podcast

#SmartBSportsUpdate #NRL #RugbyLeague #Raiders #Bulldogs #Panthers #ReeceWalsh #NathanCleary #TomTrbojevic #Sharks #PatRafter #NickKyrgios #NovakDjokovic #Tennis #ShanghaiMasters #NRLFinals #SportsPodcast

This episode is brought to you by Optimum CBD - Get all your premium CBD products from Optimum CBD. For stress relief, pain management, sleep support, and general wellness. Head to https://optimumcbd.store now. Spend $99 or more for free shipping. You must be over 18 years of age to order.

This episode is brought to you by Gear Guard - Get rid of smells and odours in sweaty clothes and fabrics. A powerful laundry booster that eliminates the odours that detergents and sanitisers leave behind. If the stink stays, you don't pay! No questions asked. Buy now - https://garamecleaning.co/smartb/

Episode 142 of SmartB Sports Update delivers finals fever and controversy across the board! The stage is set for a blockbuster semi-final clash as Toby Sexton is named at halfback for the Bulldogs against the Panthers, in what could be a make-or-break moment for both teams. Meanwhile, the Raiders' strategic request to play their final on a Sunday spectacularly backfires after a crushing loss to the Broncos.

Reece Walsh escapes suspension for a headbutt on Hudson Young, sparking debate around consistency in judiciary decisions, while Nicho Hynes fires up, saying the Sharks don’t get the respect they deserve. To top it off, the NRL reshuffles the preliminary finals schedule to avoid a clash with the AFL Grand Final, and Shane Flanagan swings the axe, with 12 players set to depart the Dragons in a massive roster overhaul.

Outside the NRL, things heat up in other sports too. Ricky Ponting finds himself at the centre of social media chaos, copping abuse over fake viral quotes criticising the Indian cricket team. And in a stunning twist, Lleyton Hewitt is suspended and fined after a heated clash with an anti-doping volunteer.

From rugby league shake-ups to cricket clickbait and tennis controversy, Episode 142 covers all the headlines with hard takes and expert insight.

🎙️ Episode 142 of SmartB Sports Update is here! 🎙️

🏉 NRL Finals Drama:

• Toby Sexton named to face Panthers in semi 🔥
• Raiders’ Sunday final backfires after Broncos loss 😬
• Walsh avoids suspension for headbutt 🤕
• Dragons dump 12 players as Flanagan cleans house 🧹

🏏 Other Sports:

• Ponting cops abuse over fake viral quote 😡
• Lleyton Hewitt suspended after doping clash 😳

🎧 Catch all the headlines & hot takes:
👉 https://smartb.com.au/podcast

#SmartBSportsUpdate #NRL #Bulldogs #Panthers #TobySexton #ReeceWalsh #Sharks #Dragons #RugbyLeague #RickyPonting #Cricket #LleytonHewitt #AFL #NRLFinals #SportsPodcast #Tennis

0:00 Paid Promotion - Optimum CBD

0:34 Toby Sexton named at halfback as Bulldogs prepare to take on Panthers in blockbuster semi-final

16:55 Raiders' request to play first final on a Sunday backfires after loss to Broncos - 2:46

27:52 Reece Walsh escapes suspension for headbutt on Hudson Young

44:30 Halfback Nicho Hynes says Sharks aren't respected enough

50:05 NRL reschedules preliminary finals to avoid clash with AFL GF

54:40 12 players to depart the Dragons as Shane Flanagan overhauls roster

59:04 Paid Promotion - Garame Cleaning Co

59:45 Ricky Ponting cops abuse after fake comments criticising Indian cricket team go viral

1:04:15 Lleyton Hewitt suspended and fined over clash with anti-doping volunteer

This episode is brought to you by Optimum CBD - Get all your premium CBD products from Optimum CBD. For stress relief, pain management, sleep support, and general wellness. Head to https://optimumcbd.store now. Spend $99 or more for free shipping. You must be over 18 years of age to order.

This episode is brought to you by Gear Guard - Get rid of smells and odours in sweaty clothes and fabrics. A powerful laundry booster that eliminates the odours that detergents and sanitisers leave behind. If the stink stays, you don't pay! No questions asked. Buy now - https://garamecleaning.co/smartb/

In Episode 143 of SmartB Sports Update, we dive into a week of shifting selections, strategic scheduling, and Grand Slam glory. Kicking off with big changes at Belmore, Toby Sexton is recalled to the Bulldogs' starting side, while Reed Mahoney is sensationally dropped, sending shockwaves through the squad as finals loom.

Speaking of the finals, the NRL has copped heat for altering the schedule to favour the Raiders, raising questions about integrity and fairness. Meanwhile, Nicho Hynes finds luck on his side as the league downgrades his charge based on a rival player’s medical report, a rare move that's drawn plenty of attention. Across the ditch, Warriors fans are plotting a cheeky plan to distract the Panthers when they land in Auckland—expect noise, chaos, and maybe a few lasers.

In rep footy news, Latrell Mitchell is reportedly set to withdraw from Ashes tour selection, leaving a big hole in Australia’s plans. On the tennis court, Carlos Alcaraz cements his legacy, overcoming Jannik Sinner in a thrilling US Open final, while Novak Djokovic falls short once again in the semis, sparking fresh questions about his future in the majors.

From finals controversies to Grand Slam battles, Episode 143 is packed with twists, upsets, and sporting drama you won’t want to miss.

🎙️ Episode 143 of SmartB Sports Update is LIVE! 🎙️

🏉 NRL Finals & Fallout:

• Toby Sexton recalled, Mahoney dropped 🔄
• NRL alters finals schedule for Raiders? 🤨
• Nicho Hynes charge downgraded on medical loophole 😲
• Warriors fans plot Panthers distraction in Auckland 👀
• 🏉 Latrell out of Ashes tour? 😮

🎾 US Open Drama:

• Alcaraz defeats Sinner in EPIC final 🎾🔥
• Djokovic falls short in the semis again 😬

🎧 Listen now: https://smartb.com.au/podcast

#SmartBSportsUpdate #NRL #RugbyLeague #USOpen #Tennis #CarlosAlcaraz #JannikSinner #NovakDjokovic #LatrellMitchell #Bulldogs #FinalsFooty #Warriors #Panthers #NRL2025 #SportsPodcast

• 0:00 Paid Promotion - Optimum CBD
• 0:59 Toby Sexton recalled to Bulldogs team with Reed Mahoney dropped
• 22:59 Finals schedule altered to suit Raiders
• 29:14 NRL downgrades Nicho Hynes' charge due to rival player's medical report
• 41:31 Warriors fans plot to distract Panthers in Auckland
• 47:00 Latrell Mitchell to reportedly withdraw from selection for Ashes tour
• 52:00 Carlos Alcaraz overcomes Jannik Sinner in US Open final
• 57:04 Novak Djokovic loses in semi-finals at a major yet again

This episode is brought to you by Optimum CBD - Get all your premium CBD products from Optimum CBD. For stress relief, pain management, sleep support, and general wellness. Head to https://optimumcbd.store now. Spend $99 or more for free shipping. You must be over 18 years of age to order.

This episode is brought to you by Gear Guard - Get rid of smells and odours in sweaty clothes and fabrics. A powerful laundry booster that eliminates the odours that detergents and sanitisers leave behind. If the stink stays, you don't pay! No questions asked. Buy now - https://garamecleaning.co/smartb/

In Episode 142 of SmartB Sports Update, we're charging into finals territory—with fireworks already flying. We kick things off with a heated Top 8 discussion, where the contenders are taking shape and the pretenders are about to be exposed. Justin Hodges fires a warning at the Bulldogs, predicting they’ll be found out in the finals, while Enari Tuala’s shock return to the team raises eyebrows after a patchy season.

It wouldn’t be a week in the NRL without off-field chaos—Gehamat Shibasaki is stood down, and Reece Walsh becomes the talk of the Broncos for all the wrong reasons, caught drinking from a toilet in a bizarre moment that's gone viral. Meanwhile, halves across the league are being warned to stay clear of the Dragons as long as the Flanagans remain in control. And just when you thought the drama was over, Jarryd Hayne takes a swing at the Melbourne Storm, labelling them “cheats” in a fresh broadside.

On the tennis side, Alex de Minaur pushes himself to the limit, falling short in a gruelling four-hour quarter-final. But it’s the looming Djokovic vs Alcaraz semi-final showdown that’s set tongues wagging, while Jannik Sinner delivers a demolition job on Lorenzo Musetti, cruising into the next round.

With on-field form, off-field feuds, and tennis tensions, this is one of our most unmissable episodes yet!

🎙️ Episode 142 is LIVE! 🎙️

🏉 Finals heat up:

• Justin Hodges says Bulldogs will be exposed 🔥
• Reece Walsh’s toilet drama shocks fans 🚽😳
• Halves warned off Dragons under the Flanagans 🐉
• Jarryd Hayne calls Storm cheats 👀

🎾 Tennis update:

• De Minaur’s 4-hour loss 😫
• Djokovic v Alcaraz semi locked in 🔥
• Sinner smashes Musetti 🎾

🔥 Don’t miss the chaos, insight, and all the hot takes!

🎧 Listen now: https://smartb.com.au/podcast

#SmartBSportsUpdate #NRL #RugbyLeague #Bulldogs #Broncos #ReeceWalsh #JustinHodges #Dragons #MelbourneStorm #JarrydHayne #AFL #DeMinaur #Djokovic #Sinner #Tennis #SportsPodcast

0:00 Paid Promotion - OPtimum CBD

0:34 Top 8 Discussion

7:46 Justin Hodges says Bulldogs will be caught out in finals

26:05 Enari Tuala back in Bulldogs team despite poor form this season

34:35 Gehamat Shibasaki stood down, Reece Walsh drinks from toilet in Broncos dramas

44:58 Halves warned against signing with Dragons while Flanagans are there

54:23 Jarryd Hayne takes ‘cheat’ broadside at Melbourne Storm

1:06:33 Paid Promotion - Garame Cleaning Co

1:07:14 Alex de Minaur suffers four-hour quarter-final defeat

1:11:31 Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz to meet in blockbuster semi-final

1:15:33 Jannik Sinner v Lorenzo Musetti quarter-final result - Sinner smashed Musetti

This episode is brought to you by Optimum CBD - Get all your premium CBD products from Optimum CBD. For stress relief, pain management, sleep support, and general wellness. Head to https://optimumcbd.store now. Spend $99 or more for free shipping. You must be over 18 years of age to order.

This episode is brought to you by Gear Guard - Get rid of smells and odours in sweaty clothes and fabrics. A powerful laundry booster that eliminates the odours that detergents and sanitisers leave behind. If the stink stays, you don't pay! No questions asked. Buy now - https://garamecleaning.co/smartb/

Episode 141 of SmartB Sports Update unpacks a chaotic week across rugby league, tennis, and cricket. The Panthers raised eyebrows on Thursday night by resting 16 players in their shock loss to the Bulldogs, while the Newcastle Knights were rocked by head coach Adam O’Brien’s resignation. To make matters worse for the club, legend Andrew Johns declared he won’t be part of the rebuild effort. Down on the Gold Coast, turmoil hit the Titans as Des Hasler was sensationally sacked, sparking a brutal spray from skipper Tino Fa’asuamaleaui directed at his own club’s management.

On the tennis courts, Jannik Sinner sent a strong message with a dominant win over Alexei Popyrin at the US Open, while Novak Djokovic continued his march through the draw with a straight-sets victory to move into the third round.

And in cricket, Australia’s ODI campaign stumbled again, with South Africa sealing a 2-1 series win after a strong performance in the decider.
With coaching chaos, player unrest, and plenty of action across codes, this episode is packed with all the drama and talking points you need to stay ahead of the game. 🎧🔥

🎙️ Episode 141 of SmartB Sports Update is LIVE! 🎙️

0:00 Paid Promotion - Optimum CBD
0:35 Panthers rest 16 players in Thursday night’s loss to Bulldogs
25:49 Adam O’Brien quits as Knights coach
36:40 Andrew Johns says he won’t help Knights with rebuild
45:56 Des Hasler sacked as Titans coach
52:43 Titans captain Tino Fa’asuamaleaui sprays his own club’s management
59:27 Paid Promotion - Garame Cleaning Co
1:00:08 Jannik Sinner thrashes Alexei Popyrin at US Open
1:02:35 Novak Djokovic also moves through to third round
1:05:45 South Africa win ODI series 2-1 over Australia

This episode is brought to you by Optimum CBD - Get all your premium CBD products from Optimum CBD. For stress relief, pain management, sleep support, and general wellness. Head to https://optimumcbd.store now. Spend $99 or more for free shipping. You must be over 18 years of age to order.

This episode is brought to you by Gear Guard - Get rid of smells and odours in sweaty clothes and fabrics. A powerful laundry booster that eliminates the odours that detergents and sanitisers leave behind. If the stink stays, you don't pay! No questions asked. Buy now - https://garamecleaning.co/smartb/