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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This week on NRL Banter Box, The Professor and Lil P break down all the big headlines from a wild week in rugby league:

• Are the Canberra Raiders legit premiership contenders sitting 3rd on the ladder, or is a late-season fade coming?
• What went wrong for Queensland Maroons in State of Origin Game 1 — and is Daly Cherry-Evans facing the axe as QLD plans a Game 2 redemption?
• Brisbane Broncos spiral continues — what's happening at Red Hill, and can they still make the 8?
• 🔥 We grade every NRL team in our 2025 Mid-Season Report Card — who's passing, who's failing, and who’s flying under the radar?

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It’s all happening in rugby league this week! The Professor and Lil P break down the blockbuster build-up to State of Origin Game 1 — who wins, who takes the series, and who claims the Wally Lewis Medal?

Plus, we look back at Round 12, where literally every game was an upset. Did your team survive the chaos?

We also preview Round 13, with the Origin period kicking off and teams reshuffling their lineups.

And in big Bulldogs news: Toby Sexton out, Reed Mahoney on notice, and Lachie Galvin set to join the Kennel. Will this gamble derail the Dogs' 2025 premiership push?

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This week on NRL Banter Box, The Professor and Lil P break down a massive week in rugby league:

✈️ Which Wests Tigers star was secretly spotted boarding a flight to Perth?
🔥 Madge vs Marty – Martin Taupau axed over a social media storm
💥 Bold State of Origin predictions: Who takes Game 1? Will the Wally Lewis Medal go to a Blues or Maroons star?
⚡️ Was Nawaqanitawase’s stunner the Try of the Year?
🔮 Plus, all our tips for this weekend’s NRL action!

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This week on NRL Banter Box, The Professor and Lil P break down the Broncos’ fall from Top 4 grace — can they turn it around?

We dive into the unstoppable Melbourne Storm, with Ryan Papenhuyzen flying high.

The NSW Blues look red-hot while the Maroons battle injury chaos ahead of Origin selections.

Plus: Shane Elford’s Panthers tactics under the microscope, Latrell Mitchell’s stunning 48m field goal, and why Parra won’t take home the spoon (and who might).

Don’t miss this full-throttle round-up of the week’s biggest NRL headlines.

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It was Magic Round mayhem in Brisbane, and The Professor & Lil P are back to break it all down!

From Sean & Marley’s DJ set at Suncorp Stadium to Sualauvi Faalogo lighting up Sunday, this week’s NRL Banter Box covers all the chaos – and class – of Round 10.

• Penrith Panthers shock the Broncos with a statement win
• Canberra Raiders keep the streak alive in dramatic fashion
• The pitch holds up (unlike the weather!)
• Who Am I? is back, plus birthday shoutouts
• And we settle it: Are Warriors fans the greatest in the game?

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