Show Notes
THE NRL FINALS ARE HERE! Josh Morris joins Chad Townsend for a huge preview of NRL Finals Week 1 as the race for the 2026 Premiership officially begins.We go through EVERY Week 1 finals matchup, break down the key players and matchups, and give our tips for who we think will win. FINALS WEEK 1: - Rabbitohs vs Knights - Warriors vs Dolphins - Sharks vs Cowboys - Panthers vs Roosters
Can the Panthers continue their incredible form? Can the Warriors go all the way? Are the Dolphins ready to make a deep finals run? Can the Roosters bounce back without Sam Walker? And can the Sharks overcome their late-season slump and beat the Cowboys at Allianz Stadium?
Plus, we get stuck into all the biggest NRL news heading into September — team selections, injuries, returning stars, Sam Walker's injury, the Sharks' finals venue controversy, the premiership contenders and much more.
And of course… WE'RE PUTTING OUR TIPS ON THE LINE.
Who are you tipping to win the 2026 NRL Premiership?
Let us know your Week 1 tips in the comments:
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