The biggest game of the year is here! 🏉🔥 In this week’s NRL Banter Box, we’re hyped for the State of Origin Game 3 Decider – and asking the BIG questions:

💥 Can Nathan Cleary rise to GOAT status under pressure?
🧢 Will Big Papa’s return shift momentum in the toughest arena in rugby league?
😬 And if QLD fall again… is Billy Slater’s rep as coach at risk?

We also break down Round 18's shock result:

🐯 Wests Tigers ROAR past the Roosters — but can Benji’s boys keep the fire going across the ditch?
🐓 Are the Roosters cooked for 2025 finals?

Plus, Round 19 predictions and drama:
😱 What’s next for the Titans and their captain?
🏆 Which Origin stars will back up to keep their clubs alive?

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This week on NRL Banter Box, The Professor and Lil P dive deep into a massive week of rugby league drama and action:

• State of Origin shake-up – Surprise selections and what they mean for Game III.
• Melbourne Storm statement win – Are they the true premiership front-runners after their best performance of the season?
• Game of the Year? – Did we just witness the most thrilling match of 2025?
• Grand Final predictions – Who’s peaking at the right time?
• Round 18 preview – Key match-ups and tipping chaos incoming.

Packed with insight, predictions, and a few spicy takes, this episode is a must-listen for NRL fans ahead of a critical round.

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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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