Ahead of NRL Round 21 Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the floundering Eels and whether their premiership credentials are shot as well as the incredible form of Tom Trbojevic ahead of Manly’s clash with the Storm.

Ahead of NRL Round 21 Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the floundering Eels and whether their premiership credentials are shot as well as the incredible form of Tom Trbojevic ahead of Manly&rsquo;s clash with the Storm.

League legend Phil 'Gus' Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

 

League legend Phil 'Gus' Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.
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James Bracey and league legend Phil “Gus” Gould bring you the six biggest issues in Rugby League each week. Released every Wednesday.

Six Tackles With Gus

League legend Gus Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

League legend Gus Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

Round 21: Premiership ‘contenders’ under the blowtorch

Phil Gould is back from Las Vegas after seeing the Eagles at the Sphere and breaks down the big statements from Round 1, the Raiders’ hot start, and whether Alex Johnston is about to make NRL history.

Plus  a Tigers young gun debut, your Ask Gus questions, and Round 2 tips thanks to TAB.

Phil Gould is back from Las Vegas after seeing the Eagles at the Sphere and breaks down the big statements from Round 1, the Raiders&rsquo; hot start, and whether Alex Johnston is about to make NRL history.
Plus&nbsp; a Tigers young gun debut, your Ask Gus questions, and Round 2 tips thanks to TAB.

You can check-out any time you like. But you can never leave!

In this episode of Six Tackles with Gus, Mathew Thompson and Phil "Gus" Gould dive into the final preparations for the historic 2026 NRL season opener in Las Vegas.

Gus shares behind-the-scenes insights into the Bulldogs’ massive logistical undertaking to move their entire staff and roster stateside, the evolving rivalry with the Dragons, and why he believes the Vegas venture is vital for the game's international future.

The duo also analyses the latest player movements - including high-profile signings at the Roosters and Dolphins, and Gus lays out his fearless predictions for the Top 4 contenders and the breakout stars to watch this year.

In this episode of Six Tackles with Gus, Mathew Thompson and Phil "Gus" Gould dive into the final preparations for the historic 2026 NRL season opener in Las Vegas.
Gus shares behind-the-scenes insights into the Bulldogs&rsquo; massive logistical undertaking to move their entire staff and roster stateside, the evolving rivalry with the Dragons, and why he believes the Vegas venture is vital for the game's international future.
The duo also analyses the latest player movements - including high-profile signings at the Roosters and Dolphins, and Gus lays out his fearless predictions for the Top 4 contenders and the breakout stars to watch this year.

Vegas Bound: Preseason Gains & 2026 Season Predictions

We’re back, baby, and it’s Season Ten of Six Tackles with Gus.

Live from The Locker Room at Olympic Park, Phil Gould opens the milestone season with a massive breakdown of the NRL’s biggest off-season changes, from revamped Origin eligibility rules to new rules.

Gus digs into what it all means for stars like Kalyn Ponga, Jahrome Hughes and Addin Fonua-Blake and more. There’s also plenty on player movements, squad expansions, trainer restrictions, and how these tweaks could reshape the competition in 2026.

It’s the start of our tenth season, with some big surprises for you to get involved, and another year of Gus cutting through the spin, thanks to TAB.

Season Ten starts now.

We&rsquo;re back, baby, and it&rsquo;s Season Ten of Six Tackles with Gus.
Live from The Locker Room at Olympic Park, Phil Gould opens the milestone season with a massive breakdown of the NRL&rsquo;s biggest off-season changes, from revamped Origin eligibility rules to new rules.
Gus digs into what it all means for stars like Kalyn Ponga, Jahrome Hughes and Addin Fonua-Blake and more. There&rsquo;s also plenty on player movements, squad expansions, trainer restrictions, and how these tweaks could reshape the competition in 2026.
It&rsquo;s the start of our tenth season, with some big surprises for you to get involved, and another year of Gus cutting through the spin, thanks to TAB.
Season Ten starts now.

Round 21: Premiership ‘contenders’ under the blowtorch

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