Fresh off the third instalment of NRL Las Vegas, Ryan Hoffman and Chad Townsend discuss the pros and cons of the league’s boldest venture, and where the game could be heading next internationally. With the weekend also giving fans the first look at some of the NRL’s newest rule changes, the boys also give their take on what worked, and what may need fixing.

Hosted by NRL premiership players Ryan Hoffman and Chad Townsend, The Boardroom NRL Podcast takes a wide lens look at the state of rugby league, delivering big picture, no nonsense views on the NRL.

⬇️ THE AGENDA:

00:00 Welcome to the Boardroom

01:02 Las Vegas 2026: A Bold Experiment

05:10 Shifting Goals: From American Fans to Travel Destination

10:12 Exploring New Markets: Dubai and Beyond

13:06 The Importance of English Rugby League

14:03 Team Performances: Knights vs. Cowboys

20:24 Refereeing Decisions and Captain's Challenges

24:11 Rule Changes and Their Impact

27:21 Bench Expansion: Pros and Cons

30:34 Trainer Rules and Coaching Dynamics

36:42 Tackle Count Restart and Game Flow

Recorded on 06/03/2026

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