In this week’s Origin special, Phil Gould and James Bracey break down Queensland’s surprise victory in Game 1 and what changes NSW must make to force a decider. Also up for discussion: the difference between Origin football and club football, Boyd Cordner’s ongoing concussion issues, Brad Fittler’s toughest challenge and the perils of ignoring the Wayne Bennett factor.

In this week&rsquo;s Origin special, Phil Gould and James Bracey break down Queensland&rsquo;s surprise victory in Game 1 and what changes NSW must make to force a decider. Also up for discussion: the difference between Origin football and club football, Boyd Cordner&rsquo;s ongoing concussion issues, Brad Fittler&rsquo;s toughest challenge and the perils of ignoring the Wayne Bennett factor.

Mathew Thompson and league legend Phil “Gus” Gould bring you the biggest issues and in-depth analysis in Rugby League each week. 

Watch the podcast on YouTube by searching 'Six Tackles with Gus' or if you can where you're listening tap here.

Mathew Thompson and league legend Phil “Gus” Gould bring you the biggest issues and in-depth analysis in Rugby League each week. 
Watch the podcast on YouTube by searching 'Six Tackles with Gus' or if you can where you're listening tap <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqlB201AVowoWMiTDiJXMERrbRRbmrnfg">here.</a>

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

How will we get to net zero? Australian Financial Review's reporter Peter Ker meets the entrepreneurs leading the charge into the new industrial revolution. Empires will crumble. Fortunes will be made.

How will we get to net zero? Australian Financial Review's reporter Peter Ker meets the entrepreneurs leading the charge into the new industrial revolution. Empires will crumble. Fortunes will be made.

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State of Origin game 2 preview

In this episode of #AskGus, Gus opens up about the May brothers and what Taylan’s signing means for the Tigers' future. He dives deep into the Warriors’ rise as a powerhouse club and why their success story is just beginning. Plus, who picks the roommates on tour? Gus shares one of rugby league’s funniest rooming mishaps involving Tommy Raudonikis and Steve Mortimer. Proudly brought to you by TAB.

In this episode of #AskGus, Gus opens up about the May brothers and what Taylan&rsquo;s signing means for the Tigers' future. He dives deep into the Warriors&rsquo; rise as a powerhouse club and why their success story is just beginning. Plus, who picks the roommates on tour? Gus shares one of rugby league&rsquo;s funniest rooming mishaps involving Tommy Raudonikis and Steve Mortimer. Proudly brought to you by TAB.

#AskGus: What Taylan May's signing means for the Tigers' future

Gus weighs in on the State of Origin captaincy debate and the shock decision to omit Daly Cherry-Evans from the Queensland squad. He also shares his strong views on the Dolphins' fearless approach to the competition, and offers a passionate warning to buckle up for the Warriors' rise. 

00:00 - Welcome 
Mat in Adelaide for swimming
Kikau let off at match judiciary

03:30 - Yes, No No No No No!
Adam O’Brien’s comments about the Knights fans was not needed
Kai Pearce-Paul is a great acquisition for the Tigers
The Panthers are coming

18:30 - Origin Game 2
Cam Munster captaincy 
Dearden in for DCE
Blues side

29:00 - Ampol Power Surge 

35:30 - Round 15 Preview

Gus weighs in on the State of Origin captaincy debate and the shock decision to omit Daly Cherry-Evans from the Queensland squad. He also shares his strong views on the Dolphins' fearless approach to the competition, and offers a passionate warning to buckle up for the Warriors' rise.&nbsp;
00:00 - Welcome&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Mat in Adelaide for swimming</li>
<li aria-level="1">Kikau let off at match judiciary</li>
</ul>
03:30 - Yes, No No No No No!
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Adam O&rsquo;Brien&rsquo;s comments about the Knights fans was not needed</li>
<li aria-level="1">Kai Pearce-Paul is a great acquisition for the Tigers</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Panthers are coming</li>
</ul>
18:30 - Origin Game 2
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Cam Munster captaincy&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Dearden in for DCE</li>
<li aria-level="1">Blues side</li>
</ul>
29:00 - Ampol Power Surge&nbsp;
35:30 - Round 15 Preview

Gus Grills the Maroons: Will DCE Drop be a Masterstroke or Mistake?

On this #AskGus ep of Six Tackles Gus praises Wayne Bennett’s masterclass in coaching under pressure, reflects on Penrith’s gritty path back to finals contention, and shuts down a wild Origin rumour.

On this #AskGus ep of&nbsp;Six Tackles Gus praises Wayne Bennett&rsquo;s masterclass in coaching under pressure, reflects on Penrith&rsquo;s gritty path back to finals contention, and shuts down a wild Origin rumour.

State of Origin game 2 preview

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