The Carpool Rugby League Podcast

NRL 2026 Round 5 Preview

The boys are back behind the wheel for another cracking episode, diving into all the action from Round 4 of the 2026 NRL season. From big hits to even bigger headlines, they break down the standout performances, controversial moments, and the teams starting to show their true colours.

And speaking of headlines… the lads react to the shock news of Seibold getting the axe. Was it coming, or has a club pulled the trigger too early? Expect plenty of opinions, a bit of debate, and the usual carpool chaos.

With Easter footy just around the corner, they shift gears to preview a massive Round 5. Blockbuster clashes, short turnarounds, and plenty on the line—this is where seasons can start to take shape. Tips are locked in, bold predictions are made, and as always, there’s no shortage of banter along the way.

Buckle up and enjoy the ride!

NRL Round 4 preview 2026

The boys are back for another big episode, unpacking all the highs, hits, and head-scratchers from Round 3 of the 2026 NRL season. From dominant performances to games that went right down to the wire, they leave no play unanalysed—serving up strong opinions, a few laughs, and the usual friendly disagreements.

But it wouldn’t be Carpool Rugby League without a bit of drama… as the team reacts to the news of Ben Too calling it quits. Shock, speculation, and a few cheeky theories get thrown around as they try to make sense of it all.

Looking ahead to Round 4, the boys preview the key matchups, give their tips, and debate which teams are building momentum and which ones are already under pressure. It’s footy chat, chaos, and classic carpool carry-on you won’t want to miss. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.

NRL Premiership Round 3 Preview 2026

The boys are back in the car and firing on all cylinders as they break down all the action from Round 2 of the 2026 NRL season. From surprise upsets to statement wins, nothing gets past this rearview mirror review—complete with a few bold takes and the usual questionable calls.

Then it’s eyes forward as they preview Round 3, sizing up the big matchups, tipping potential boilovers, and debating which teams are the real deal… and which ones are just early-season mirages. Expect banter, a few laughs, and just enough insight to make you sound like you know what you’re talking about at the pub.

Buckle up and enjoy the ride!

NRL Preview Round 2 2026

This week on the Carpool Rugby League Podcast, the boys jump straight into a full Round 2 preview of the National Rugby League season.

Every matchup gets the Carpool treatment as they break down the key battles, players to watch, and which teams are under early pressure to get their season moving. There are plenty of bold predictions, confident tips, and the usual calls that could either look like genius… or age terribly by full-time on Sunday.

Round 2 is where the early-season narratives start to build — contenders begin to show themselves, and a few fan bases are already nervously checking the ladder.

Strap in and enjoy the ride. 🚗🏉

Round one Preview... The rest of it

The Carpool Rugby League Podcast is back in the driver’s seat for the rest of Round 1!

This week, the boys unpack everything that went down in Vegas — the hits, the hype, the headline moments, and which teams handled the bright lights better than others. Was it a masterstroke for the game? Who impressed? Who looked like they needed a longer pre-season? Nothing escapes review.

Then it’s full throttle into the remainder of Round 1 of the National Rugby League season. Every matchup gets the Carpool treatment — key battles, bold predictions, and at least one tip that will either look genius… or get clipped for social media receipts by Sunday night.

It’s Round 1, ladders are undefeated, hope is alive in every fan base, and overreactions are already warming up. Buckle up — footy’s officially back. 🏉🚗

NRL Vegas Preview

This week on the Carpool Rugby League Podcast, the boys bravely put their reputations on the line as they unveil their Top 8 predictions with bold calls, questionable logic.

They also preview all the action heading to Vegas, where rugby league meets bright lights, big hits, and probably a few confused American tourists wondering why the play-the-ball involves feet.

Strap yourselves in, check your mirrors, and buckle up — it’s ladder predictions, Vegas vibes, and absolutely zero refunds when it all goes wrong. Enjoy the ride. 🚗🏉

2026 Preseason

The Carpool crew kick off the preseason with bold calls on every team’s hopes and likely finish. With Graham back as captain and Shane and Griffo locked in as mainstays, expectations are high and pressure is on. No sugarcoating... just straight-up footy chat! Buckle up!!

Off season international chat

In this episode, the Carpool Rugby League crew break down all the key action from the past two weeks of international rugby league. The boys run through the latest results, major talking points, standout performers, and the biggest moments from the Ashes series and other international fixtures

They also unpack the latest developments around R360 — the proposed global franchised rugby competition aiming to launch with privately backed teams in a travelling, grand-prix style format — and how its potential impact, player bans, and ongoing disputes are shaping conversations across both rugby codes.

The team cover squad changes, injury updates, form trends, and what the recent games — along with the R360 news — mean heading into the next round of international footy.

If you’ve missed any of the action or off-field chatter, this episode gets you completely up to speed.

Buckle up and enjoy

Internationals Review and preview

This week, Shane and the Chameleon take Carpool Rugby League global! The boys review all the action from the international rugby league clashes — breaking down standout performances and the stars who shone on the world stage. They also preview the upcoming fixtures, discussing key matchups, form guides, and what each nation needs to do to secure victory. From Pacific rivalries to the Ashes showdown, Carpool Rugby League covers it all. We also discuss key new signings ahead of November 1. 

Buckle up and enjoy the ride — the international footy chat never takes a back seat!

Carpool Rugby League: Grand Final Weekend Review

Carpool Rugby League: Grand Final Weekend Review

The 2025 NRL season has reached its epic conclusion, and Shane and the Chameleon are in the driver’s seat to break it all down! In this Grand Final Weekend Review, the boys relive every defining moment  from the opening whistle to the final siren analysing the big plays, clutch performances, and tactical masterstrokes that decided rugby league’s ultimate prize.

They unpack the emotional highs and lows, the standout individual efforts, the coaching chess match, and, of course, the unforgettable storylines that will live long in NRL folklore. Plus, there’s plenty of trademark banter, bold opinions, and a look ahead to what’s next for both the champions and the teams chasing them in 2026.

It’s passion, insight, and plenty of laughs  buckle up and enjoy the ride with Carpool Rugby League!