Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall quits Fox Sports NRL, Triple M media roles

Benji Marshall is going all-in for the Wests Tigers after signing a five-year deal with the club - and here’s the proof.

Benji Marshall has resigned from his media commitments. Picture: Phil Hillyard

Benji Marshall is going all-in for the Wests Tigers, resigning from his high-profile media commitments with Fox Sports and Triple M.

The NRL coach in-waiting has made the tough call to step away from the major NRL broadcasters simply due to the demands involved with helping resurrect the Wests Tigers.

“It’s been born out of wanting to get started now with Tim (Sheens),’’ Marshall confirmed.

“There’s plenty of work to be done as far as planning for next season, how we want to play and what type of roster reflects that style that we want to play.

“No doubt it was a tough call as I have enjoyed my time with both Fox and Triple M thoroughly, but I’ve never been half-hearted about things and I need to focus on the Tigers, so that we’re ready on November 1, not just getting started on November 1.”

Working as a commentator and panelist providing expert opinion, Marshall had developed into a hugely respected voice for both networks.

In turning his focus towards the rebuild of the Tigers, Marshall has also given up his own Monday night show on Fox League.

“Benji’ will be replaced, beginning next Monday night at 7.30pm, with a new one-on-one interview show.

The show will focus on delivering the biggest interviews in the game.

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Benji Marshall has resigned from his media commitments. Picture: Phil Hillyard

Benji Marshall (R) will serve his apprenticeship under Tim Sheens. Picture: David Swift

“We’ve loved working with Benji, he’s a superstar of the game and we look forward to continuing to work with him as coach of the Tigers,” Fox Sports executive editor Luke McIlveen said.

“The Tigers are a big club with a rusted-on fan base and his next journey 20 years after leading them to a premiership will be fascinating.

“Our new Monday night show straight after NRL 360 at 7.30pm on Fox League will feature an exclusive interview with the biggest names in the game – beginning with Benji, The Full Story, next Monday.”

Appointed assistant coach to Sheens for the next two seasons before taking over as head coach from 2025, Marshall wasn’t expected to begin working with the Wests Tigers until November 1.

However, Marshall met with Fox League and Triple M executives last Monday to explain why he needed to step away.

“Everyone at Triple M congratulates Benji on his appointment with the Tigers,’’ Triple M Head of Sports Content Ewan Giles said.

“His insight is first-class and he’ll be a tremendous acquisition for the club.

“We wish him all the best.’’