Gus and Mat reflect on an emotional night at Allianz Stadium where Alex Johnston made history by breaking the all-time try-scoring record. Gus shares his personal memories of watching the legendary Ken Irvine and discusses what makes "AJ" such a special part of the South Sydney club.

Plus,

• Tigers Time: Gus is impressed by the team cohesion the Wests Tigers are currently building.
• Ask Gus: Can Manly turn it around?

• Round 3 Preview: Analysis of every game, including the Bulldogs' trip to Canberra and the clash between the red-hot Warriors and the Knights.

• The "Claudette" Report: AI analysis of Gus's busy week on social media.

• NRL Judiciary & Fines: Gus sounds off on the current system of player fines and why he believes it's way over the top.

• Multicultural Round Trivia: Who was the first PNG-born player to debut in the NRL?

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Phil Gould is back from Las Vegas after seeing the Eagles at the Sphere and breaks down the big statements from Round 1, the Raiders’ hot start, and whether Alex Johnston is about to make NRL history.

Plus a Tigers young gun debut, your Ask Gus questions, and Round 2 tips thanks to TAB.

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In this episode of Six Tackles with Gus, Mathew Thompson and Phil "Gus" Gould dive into the final preparations for the historic 2026 NRL season opener in Las Vegas.

Gus shares behind-the-scenes insights into the Bulldogs’ massive logistical undertaking to move their entire staff and roster stateside, the evolving rivalry with the Dragons, and why he believes the Vegas venture is vital for the game's international future.

The duo also analyses the latest player movements - including high-profile signings at the Roosters and Dolphins, and Gus lays out his fearless predictions for the Top 4 contenders and the breakout stars to watch this year.

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We’re back, baby, and it’s Season Ten of Six Tackles with Gus.

Live from The Locker Room at Olympic Park, Phil Gould opens the milestone season with a massive breakdown of the NRL’s biggest off-season changes, from revamped Origin eligibility rules to new rules.

Gus digs into what it all means for stars like Kalyn Ponga, Jahrome Hughes and Addin Fonua-Blake and more. There’s also plenty on player movements, squad expansions, trainer restrictions, and how these tweaks could reshape the competition in 2026.

It’s the start of our tenth season, with some big surprises for you to get involved, and another year of Gus cutting through the spin, thanks to TAB.

Season Ten starts now.

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Phil Gould is out, and rugby league legend Darryl 'The Big Marn' Brohman is in for a massive Grand Final preview!

Brohman joins Mat Thompson to dive deep into the Storm vs. Broncos decider, focusing on the key match-ups: Harry Grant to be the difference, Stefano Utoikamanu's rise, and the unstoppable Payne Haas.

The Big Marn tackles the infamous 'Yes No No' segment, debating the Panthers dynasty, Reece Walsh's Kangaroos chances, and whether Craig Bellamy is the greatest coach ever.

Plus, the boys analyze the Dally M Awards, The Big Marn picks his Team of the Year, and they wrap up with the Ampol Power Surge's Top 3 Grand Finals.

00:00 - Welcome

• Special guest ‘The Big Marn’

08:45 - Yes No No

09:00 - Penrith will win more comps in the next 3 years..

11:00 - Walsh is one more game away from an Australian jersey..

13:00 - Teddy will win the Dally M..

14:00 - Bellamy is the games greatest ever coach..

17:00 - Grand Final preview

• Harry Grant to be the difference
• Stefano going from spoon to possible premiership
• Hughes prelim performance
• Broncos performance against Penrith
• Payne Haas

27:45 - Dally M Awards

• Big Marn selects his team of the year

35:30 - #AskGus

Who replaces Teddy Swims? Could Ben Hunt retire if the Broncos win? Should every player who plays during the season get a premiership ring? Should we have old school individual introductions for the Grand Final?

45:00 - Ampol Power Surge

Top 3 Grand Finals

46:30 - NRLW GF preview

48:30 - NRL GF preview

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Gus tackles your #AskGus questions head-on.

From the best piece of advice he’s ever received, to whether the NRL really gives minor premiers the reward they deserve, and how Nathan Cleary and Jerome Luai developed into elite players so early.

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The finals are here and Gus is firing. From the Raiders’ struggles and Nicho Hynes silencing the critics, to Turbo’s uncertain future at Manly and the bombshell of Mark Nawaqanitawase quitting the Roosters - which Gus calls “sad for our game.”

Gus explains why he believes “the hoodoo is about to end” with 5 to take on 7 in the Grand Final.

Plus, Gus drops his Top 3 Brain Explosions and previews all the action ahead in both the NRLW and NRL finals.

00:00 - Welcome

01:00 - And then there were 4

03:00 - Sunday Footy is the greatest

06:00 - Yes / No - Poor Raiders

12:00 - Yes / No - Nicho silencing the critics

17:00 - Yes / No - Turbo will wave goodbye to Manly

26:00 - Yes / No - Mark Nawaqanitawase to quit the Roosters

28:00 - 2025 RLPA Players’ Dream Team

30:00 - Ampol Power Surge - Top 3 Brain Explosions

40:00 - NRLW & NRL Finals Preview

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We take a look back at the best of #AskGus from 2025

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