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The Ashes are here and Chris Lynn gives us the inside scoop on Aussie's chances, as well as a wild story about taking out a passerby while hitting sixes for charity.

We’re also joined by Sam Walker, who takes us behind the scenes of the Roosters culture, and his hectic off-season schedule.

Plus:
– We learn all about Aussie slang, Schoolies and Toolies
– Connor shares his aboriginal roots and journey
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R360 and NRL signings is the new soap opera starring Payne Haas, Dale Cherry-Evans and Reece Walsh. Meanwhile… Marc Ellis checks in LIVE from a bar in Argentina wearing AirPods and attends a legendary Boca Juniors game to give his emotional report. The team also debate whether State of Origin is the best event in sport, revisit Marc getting the wrath of the Govt upon him , and find out why Tayla hates Oasis.

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Australia, we apologise in advance... Ric Salizzo and Marc Ellis have crossed the Tasman, and they’ve brought a brand-new Aussie-flavoured lineup with them.

🏏 Chris Lynn the big-hitting cricket superstar
🏉 Connor Watson the NRL gun and Queensland State of Origin rep
🎙️ Taylor Montoya the TikTok star and podcaster going toe to toe with the lads

We're also joined on the show by Matthew Hayden - the cricke...

In our final show, we welcome a cast of legends: Zinzan Brooke, Lydia Ko, Shane van Gisbergen, Mad Mike Whiddett, and Eva the Bulgarian for one last chaotic ride.

We cover:

• Zinny’s career highlights, his first TAB ad, his kids' sporting prowess & thoughts on the All Blacks vs. France

• Lydia Ko reflects on her legendary career and the secret to her short game

• Shane van Gisberg...

Marc & Lana take on wingsuit flying (yes, really), Nico Porteous joins us for one of the most unique interviews we’ve ever done, and we meet the dynamic husband and wife duo - Marcelo and Tayla Montoya.

We cover:
– Insane new strategies to make sport more fun
- Nico Porteous' early retirement
- The ins and outs of Wingsuit flying
– When Marc's Otago squad beat ...

With just a few shows to go, Marc's decided to escape to Argentina, we track him down and check in on his bizarre diet choices. Meanwhile, All Blacks legend Conrad Smith joins the crew to weigh in on TMOs, rugby’s direction, and whether the modern game has lost its way.

Also in this episode:

• Seagulls, wingsuits and solving phone addiction

• Remembering Leigh at the Lions press conference in 2005

• TAB pic...

This week on Sportscafe, we sit down for an exclusive, up-close chat with All Blacks captain Scott Barrett – like you’ve never seen him before.

From being ambushed in his hotel room, to revealing what it’s really like growing up as a Barrett brother and why he could have gone pro in indoor volleyball, to his plans on life after footy – this is Scott raw, relaxed, and hilarious.

Plus:

• Mar...

This week on Sportscafe, we go deep inside the All Blacks camp with assistant coach Scott Hansen, who reveals their hidden tactics, emotional selection calls, and the process of naming the first squad of 2025.

Then, Trent Boult joins the show to break down life in the IPL, the fast bowlers that scared him, and why he's backing cricket’s next big move into the US.

Also in this episode:– Why Fabian Holland and Du&rsq...

This weekend we've got a Bonus Episode of John Kirwan and Victor Matfield brand new podcast "Rivals" - If you like what you hear, follow the podcast on your preferred podcast app:

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In this episode of Rivals, Victor Matfield and Sir John Kirwan talk about the Bulls taking the win over the Sharks, JK gives his views on whether the Chiefs know how to get...

This week we’re joined by the great Christian Cullen - the All Blacks legend drops his picks for the most exciting players in the game right now, talks all things Super Rugby and Hurricanes, and reacts to Macca's punishing questions about John Hart and John Mitchell. 

Also in the mix this week: Kai Kara-France, just weeks out from his world title fight, who has a bone to pick Leigh. And downhill biking legend B...

Leigh Hart makes his long-awaited return to the show, just in time for Marc Ellis to bring on an OnlyFans foot model (yes, actually).

We're also joined by Ali Williams and Angus Taʻavao to cover the Super Rugby Finals and go behind the scenes of the Blues camp.

Cheese rolling injuries, a new idea for regional air travel, and much, much more.

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Recorded in front of a live audience – this week, we dive deep into State of Origin with league legends Monty Betham and Danny Buderus.

We’re joined again by All Black legend and Auckland FC CEO Ali Williams, as well as All Black and Highlander Ethan de Groot.

We share our State of Origin predictions with insider expertise from Danny Buderus, as well as covering some of the best yarns from his historic career - we discu...

We’re kicking off the new season of Sportscafe with a chaotic bang, the only way we know how.

We unpack the viral 'Run It Straight' trend that's taken over Australia and New Zealand, why Marc loves it and Lana is horrified.

All Blacks legend and now Auckland FC Owner Ali Williams joins us to discuss the rise of football in NZ and AFC's incredible success.

This is episode 1 of our New Zealand farewell tour, enjoy it ...

Fan favourite Matty Johns returns to celebrate our last show and cause more chaos with Macca. Kiwis Legend Mark Graham also joins the show to reflect on the golden days of league and rugby, as well as the new movie about his life created by his son ’Sharko’.

About The Show:

Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, welcome in special guests; and find time to look...

It’s our second-to-last show, so we recruited Chris Cairns (our most recurring guest on Sportscafe TV show) to join us and update us on his health situation. We reminisce on Marc’s whipping from Eva The Bulgarian, and his chemistry with Elle McPherson during a TV interview, as well as Leigh's experience duck shooting, Zinny meeting a huge bodybuilder and more.

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniq...

From Speed Cooking to Marc’s Mastermind, we reveal the truth behind some of the most classic Sportscafe moments. Joe Daymond joins us to explain how to make Kiwis laugh and reveals that Leigh is his favourite comedian. We also speak to Mila Reuelu-Buchanan about the recent Silver Ferns victory, her injury, and much more!

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day...

It’s the highly anticipated reunion of Matthew Ridge and Marc Ellis! We needed some help mediating, so we also brought in Sir John Kirwan. We cover the origins of Macca and Ridgey’s friendship, how they stood out in a conservative era of rugby, how JK helped usher them in, the difference between union and league, the time Marc had a panic attack, and much more!

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uni...

We’ve got five episodes left, so we had to bring in a big guest - Aussie cricket legend Adam Gilchrist joins us to explain why Aussies are so cocky compared to Kiwis, playing with Shane Warne and more! Leigh talks us through his haircare regime and Marc breaks down the intricacies of tequila and mezcal.

About The Show:

Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, we...