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Rob SutherlandSports Journalist and Digital Producer

Rob Sutherland has never won SuperCoach NRL but he always has an opinion on how you might. Renowned as much for his deep collection of Hawaiian shirts as he is for his depth of statistical SuperCoach analysis, our podcast regular is here to fix your team – and hopefully keep you entertained along the way.

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Andrew Abdo (R) and the NRL have a big call to make on transgender athletes.

Surfing’s trans bombshell should have NRLW on high alert

A monumental call for the NRL is closing in with the code needing to make a call on transgender athletes – and avoid the backlash that has hit the world of surfing this month.

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KFC SuperCoach: 12 fresh dual-positions added

KFC SuperCoaches have a dozen new DPP eligible players to pick from ahead of round one. See who has gained a new position and why they gained it here.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 19: Matt Burton of the Bulldogs celebrates victory with fans after the round 15 NRL match between the Canterbury Bulldogs and the Wests Tigers at CommBank Stadium, on June 19, 2022, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Forget the hype: why Bulldogs won’t play finals football

The drums are beating out at Belmore – with fans expecting the Bulldogs to end their Top 8 drought. But someone has to prick the balloon. They won’t be playing finals, writes David Riccio.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 14: David Fifita of the Titans attempts to break free from the defence during the round 22 NRL match between the Gold Coast Titans and the Manly Sea Eagles at Cbus Super Stadium, on August 14, 2022, in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Read: The Sticky solution to Fifita’s challenge

At his best David Fifita is one of the most destructive players in the NRL – but he won’t find his best on the sandy beaches of the Gold Coast, writes Brent Read.

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Brisbane Broncos Ben Ikin. Picture: Supplied/NRL Imagery

Departing QRL boss backs Ikin to succeed him

After his shock resignation as QRL CEO, Rohan Sawyer has backed the Brisbane Broncos’ head of football as a worthy successor.

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Eels hooker Josh Hodgson at training January 28, 2023. Source: Instagram

Parramatta to test out a problem area

Parramatta’s veteran signing Josh Hodgson can’t completely fill Reed Mahoney’s boots, says Corey Parker. Check out the key thing to watch in every pre-season match.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 30: Adam Doueihi of the Tigers is congratulated by team mates after scoring a try during the round 20 NRL match between the Brisbane Broncos and the Wests Tigers at Suncorp Stadium, on July 30, 2022, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Market Watch: Tigers star makes call on NRL future

Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has made a call on his future, which could have a massive impact the clubs’ pursuit of Mitchell Moses. See the latest transfer news.

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