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Episode Summary:

The fallout from Origin II continues as Ian Hawkins and Steve debate whether New South Wales has become too reliant on structure and not enough on its best players. Using fresh statistical analysis from resident stats expert Will Badel, the boys examine how Nathan Cleary was limited in Game II, touching the ball less than half as often as he does for the Penrith Panthers, and what that means for the Blues heading into the series decider. There’s also discussion around potential selection changes, the injury cloud over Latrell Mitchell, the case for Tom Trbojevic to return, and whether Laurie Daley is preparing for a major team shake-up.

The episode also reviews a fascinating weekend of NRL action, including the continued rise of the Dolphins, the New Zealand Warriors strengthening their premiership credentials, and the Gold Coast Titans pulling off a huge upset against the Panthers. The boys discuss whether marquee players are becoming more influential than ever, unpack the Bulldogs' tactical changes, celebrate the return of long goal-line dropouts, and update their NRL power rankings as the race for the finals begins to take shape.

About the Host:

Ian Hawkins is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.

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