In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the major talking points from a busy weekend of Rugby League action across Super League and beyond.

The pair react to Super League’s return to Paris, as the Wigan Warriors took on the Catalans Dragons, and analyse what the event means for the game’s growth in France. They also break down Wakefield Trinity’s dramatic late victory over Hull KR, including the controversy surrounding two red cards, and discuss Leeds Rhinos’ impressive win over St Helens.

Martyn and Jake debate whether London Broncos should be promoted to Super League next season after their incredible 134-point victory over North Wales, and what a return to the top flight would mean for the sport in the capital.

The episode also covers the latest off-field developments, including the search for the next RFL CEO, Matty Lees signing with the PNG Chiefs, Brad Arthur remaining as Leeds Rhinos head coach, and Toby King’s move to London.

To round things off, they analyse the squads selected for State of Origin Game Two, discussing the biggest selection calls and key battles ahead of the series.

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan pay tribute to BBC Pundit, Legendary Coach and League Express Podcast regular John Kear.

They breakdown the Wigan Warriors winning their 22nd Challenge Cup, following a dominant 40-10 victory over Hull KR at Wembley. They discuss the standout performers from the final, including Jack Farrimond’s career-defining display, and analyse where it all went wrong for Hull KR on the biggest stage. The pair also debate the selection dilemma facing Matt Peet with Bevan French returning from injury, as well as the Sam Walters’ red card and whether the RFL should be concerned about the Challenge Cup Final attendance.

The episode also covers the opening match of the State of Origin series, with New South Wales defeating Queensland, and the controversy surrounding Kalyn Ponga’s sending off. Martyn and Jake discuss whether the decision was justified and what it could mean for the remainder of the series.

They also react to the shock news of NRL CEO Andrew Abdo’s resignation, discussing the implications for the game and what comes next for the negotiations between the two competitions.

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the major talking points across Rugby League, beginning with the tragic news that Jai Arrow has been forced into medical retirement following an MND diagnosis.

They also react to including Brodie Croft signing with the Warrington Wolves and John Cartwright being appointed as the new head coach of the Catalans Dragons.

The pair provide the latest update on the on-going NRL and Super League negotiations, discussing where talks currently stand and what a future agreement between the competitions could look like.

They also discuss the exciting news that Bradford Bulls and Leigh Leopards will head to Las Vegas alongside the Melbourne Storm, Wests Tigers, Gold Coast Titans and Parramatta Eels, as Rugby League’s push into the American market continues.

To round off the episode, Martyn and Jake give their thoughts on the newly announced State of Origin squads, analysing the biggest selection calls and key talking points ahead of the series.