The Penrith Panthers are back in business! After a shocking upset win over the Warriors in Auckland, The Professor and Lil P debate whether the reigning champs — now clinging to 8th spot — can charge toward an incredible fifth straight premiership.

Meanwhile, Lil P has been spotted on a mysterious recruitment mission in an unnamed continent. What’s the scoop on this next-gen rugby league talent pipeline?

We break down the hits and misses from State of Origin Game II, including standout moments and selection shocks. Plus, the underdog Knights take down the red-hot Dolphins — how did they pull it off?

Also: Spencer Leniu’s long-overdue face-to-face apology to Ezra Mam — does this close the chapter?

And don’t miss our Round 17 preview and fearless predictions!

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The Professor and Lil P are back with a fiery preview of State of Origin Game 2 — will Queensland bounce back, or will the Blues seal the deal?

We spotlight the high-flying Dolphins, turning heads with their red-hot form.

Plus, we break down the NRL’s latest scheduling debacle — the Penrith Panthers forced to face the Warriors just days after a 6-hour flight from Perth. Did the NRL stuff up the draw and disadvantage both sides?

All that and more in this week’s no-nonsense take on the game we love.

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In this week’s episode of NRL Banter Box, The Professor and Lil P unpack a huge week in rugby league:

💥 State of Origin Shock – Is this the end for Daly Cherry-Evans? We break down the bold new Queensland Maroons selections ahead of Game 2.
🔥 The Hottest Jersey Ever? – We debate whether this week’s viral Origin kit reveal is the best of all time.
😡 Coaches Behaving Badly – From Adam O'Brien's spray at the NRL to other sideline tantrums, we call out the ugly side of the week.
😭 Ricky Stuart in Tears – Emotional scenes as Raiders legend Josh Papalii bags two tries and a goal in his record-breaking appearance.

Tune in for raw takes, bold predictions, and all the NRL chaos you love.

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