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  1. flippikat

    If it’s Perth PNG & NZ, then what order will NRL choose?

    Right - time for a poll. If (as reports are suggesting) teams 18-20 will be these three options, what order do you predict the NRL will do it? NOTE: this is a *prediction* poll... vote for what you think is most likely from the NRL... NOT necessarily your own personal preference.
  2. flippikat

    NZ NRL coverage & rights.

    Interesting article in the NZ Herald today re: how pay-walled sport in NZ is.. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/why-kiwi-fans-are-ripped-off-by-this-years-rugby-world-cup-gregor-paul/O2FXFRY56VBI7IMPLHOKLQKOFY/?utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=nzh_fb&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1681524642...
  3. flippikat

    Spark Sport (NZ) closing down

    Bad news from NZ - Spark Sport is closing down. Sky will have no Pay-TV Sports competition over here :( https://i.stuff.co.nz/business/300766805/spark-sport-axed-cricket-rights-go-to-tvnz
  4. flippikat

    Poll: When will the NRL make a definite announcement on team 18?

    Since we gave the Dolphins coming in as team 17 - and going to 18 is the next logical step, let's guess when the NRL will make a definite statement on team 18. I'm guessing the next step will either be a formal "call for bids" like they did with Brisbane 2 OR picking an 18th team and announcing...
  5. flippikat

    Team 20 - Who? Adelaide or Queensland 5?

    So, picking up on my post on the "NRL Growth Mindset points to 18th team.." thread, let's try a little though experiment/brainstorming.. in the best traditions of the expansion forum hehehe. Assume for moment that the 18th & 19th teams will be Perth & NZ 2 (or a Pacific team, based in NZ).. in...
  6. flippikat

    Best Grand Finals that never were..

    We've discussed the best teams never to win a Grand Final here before (eg late '80s Balmain Tigers).. but what are some of the great GF matchups that you wish had happened? Here's a couple to start with.. 1993 Broncos v Raiders I could have said any match-up of these two on GF day in the...
  7. flippikat

    Prediction poll - who will get the 18th team?

    OK, snap poll. Who do you PREDICT will be the 18th team, and why? Not asking your preference, just who you think is most likely. Give reasons if you want. No peeking before you vote. No do-overs. Make a call. Let's give that crystal ball a try!
  8. flippikat

    Suncorp & CBus surface quality

    Is it just me, or is anyone else worried about how the surfaces of Suncorp & CBus will hold-up, now that we have so many games played there each weekend? Suncorp especially looked a bit choppy in the late game last night (Broncos/Panthers).. Will it hold up well for September, given the number...
  9. flippikat

    Predictions 2021 - Can ANY team outside top 5 make a late season run?

    Given the thrashing happening in the competition lately.. and that we're in the middle of Origin, I think it's a question worth asking. Does anyone think any team from outside the top 5 (Storm, Panthers, Eels, Rabbitohs, Roosters) will make a late-season run & get to a preliminary final, grand...
  10. flippikat

    TV rights in New Zealand

    I haven't seen this mentioned here yet, but Three (aka TV3) have done a deal with Sky to show tonight's game live & free in New Zealand. https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/sport/2021/06/state-of-origin-game-one-to-be-shown-live-and-free-on-three-threenow.html OK, its only for game 1, but I wonder...
  11. flippikat

    News Warriors aiming to "buy" away games for 2022

    https://i.stuff.co.nz/sport/league/300246554/warriors-launch-bold-27m-bid-for-20-home-games-in-2022 Interesting development, especially since the NRL have made encouraging noises a out a 2nd NZ NRL team.. could this be a way of "gauging the market" over here?
  12. flippikat

    Expansion fee

    https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/club-bosses-want-expansion-team-to-pay-multimillion-dollar-fee-to-enter-nrl-20210206-p57060.html Clubs are asking the NRL to charge a new club with an "expansion fee" - article saying it could be between $2.5 million & $5 million. What's...
  13. flippikat

    New Zealand - what should the plan be?

    I've started a thread on Brisbane 2 bids, and the Central Coast, but I think it's time I start a thread that's a little closer to my own heart - a New Zealand thread. The key question I wanna ask here is "What's the future of NZ in the NRL?" - I'll start the focus on NRL, but I'm sure there'll...
  14. flippikat

    Central Coast opinions thread (The "Coast Conundrum")

    We've had posts about about the Central Coast, but not recently a thread about the CC and where it fits in the expansion picture. Yeah, I know it's all speculative.. but humour me.. hehehe... With Brisbane 2 looking like it's got the 17th spot in the bag (regardless of which syndicate it is)...
  15. flippikat

    Rank the Brisbane bids

    Ok, lets cut to the chase. The question.. should you choose to answer. RANK the current 4 Brisbane bids - Redcliffe Dolphins, Western Corridor/Jagera, Brisbane Firebirds (Easts Tigers), Brisbane Bombers - from YOUR favourite to least favourite. Give reasons if you want (or not). If we get...
  16. flippikat

    ARLC to meet expansion bidders.

    https://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/nrl/teams/broncos/arlc-to-meet-expansion-bidders-to-be-nrls-17th-team/news-story/f8152e356bf69e7c3513e8ea8d811b23 The ARL Commission will meet with Brisbane’s prospective NRL clubs next month as the governing body prepares to begin due diligence on a 17th...
  17. flippikat

    Otago rugby is broke

    http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/provincial/6489057/Otago-crisis-Return-to-amateurism-Laidlaw So, it looks like the current modal of 4 tiers in New Zealand (Club-->Provincial Unions--> Super Rugby--> All Blacks) is failing at the lower levels.. I find it hard to believe that there won't be an...
  18. flippikat

    Choice of commentary for NZ Sky viewers :)

    Hi - just a quick heads-up for anyone watching Grand Final day on Sky in NZ. Sky are carrying both their own commentary (Halligan, McIvor & co), and the Channel 9 commentary - just use select the alternative audio track for Channel 9 audio.
  19. flippikat

    What jerseys for the GF?

    Does anyone know what jersey set each team is wearing for the Grand Final? Is there a designated home & away team, or is it decided by coin toss? I'm guessing Manly will wear maroon & the Warriors white, because Manly finished higher on the table - but then again I was surprised last weekend...
  20. flippikat

    Time for a 2nd NZ NRL team?

    What do you guys here think? If the Warriors stay this strong over the next 3-5 years, surely there's a compelling case to be put to the NRL. Ok, we've probably missed the chance for the upcoming expansion round - The Bears & Reds have well-developed bids, and then there's any number of...
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