WEDNESDAY 6 JUNE FROM 7.00PM
New South Wales v Queensland
It’s State v State, mate v mate. Wide World Of Sports presents Game One of The 2018 State of Origin season, LIVE from the MCG. Join our all-star team for pre-game commentary, then the clash commencing at 8:10pm AEST.
ORIGIN COACHES KEVIN WALTERS & BRAD FITTLER ON 100% FOOTY
Beanie for Brain Cancer Round takes centre stage on Nine and 9Now this week when the stars of the NRL make their final push for Origin selection, starting tonight with the Broncos and Eels clash from 7.30pm AEST, LIVE and FREE.
Following Cameron Smith’s retirement from representative football, the Broncos lineup, who are predominantly eligible for the Queensland Maroons, will be playing with extra incentive for an Origin jersey when they run onto Suncorp Stadium on Thursday Night Football.
The Eels have shifted Clint Gutherson to five-eighth and Corey Norman to fullback, looking for a difficult away win as they try to get off the bottom of the premiership ladder.
Nine rugby league expert and Queensland selector, Darren Lockyer, said: “The Broncos will gallop into this clash with confidence after a character-building win against the Roosters. Their forwards Matt Lodge and Tevita Pangai Junior are crucial to lay a platform for a backline which doesn’t lack skill or speed. It’s a big game for Andrew McCullough to put his best foot forward if he wants to take over Cam Smith’s No 9 jersey in the Origin arena.
“The Eels haven’t been given much of a chance, and that can be dangerous to opposing sides. Shifting Gutherson to five-eighth could provide just the spark they need, and it was only in Round 25 last year that they travelled to Suncorp and put 52 points on the Broncos.”
On Friday Night Football, two of the most dominant players of the modern NRL era will battle it out for what may be the last time when Johnathan Thurston and the Cowboys meet Cameron Smith and the Storm.
In this 2017 Grand Final rematch both teams are desperate to win after a start to the season that has been well below their lofty standards.
Speaking on Six Tackles with Gus, Nine rugby league expert, Phil Goud, said: “I saw some real improvement in the Cowboys even though they were beaten by South Sydney. There were some things in their game that I think have been lacking that I liked. Not sure whether they’re in good enough shape to beat the Storm after the Storm lost to Manly last weekend, and with Cameron Smith returning from suspension.”
Sunday Football showcases the Wests Tigers against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, with Josh Reynolds and Aaron Woods lining up against their former clubs for the first time.
The Tigers have shown resilience in grinding out some strong victories in 2018, and after losing to the Panthers last week they will be out to remind their rivals they are still a serious threat this season.
The struggling Bulldogs are desperate to win to keep any hopes of a finals appearance alive and their front-row combination David Klemmer and Aaron Woods will be relied on to show the way on Sunday.
Thursday 24 May
Broncos vs Eels
Sydney 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Brisbane 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Melbourne 7.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Adelaide 7.00pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Perth 5.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Friday 25 May
Cowboys vs Storm
Sydney 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Brisbane 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Melbourne 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Adelaide 7.00pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Perth 5.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Sunday 27 May
Tigers vs Bulldogs
Sydney 3.00pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Brisbane 3.00pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Melbourne 3.00pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Adelaide 2.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Perth 1.00pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
THE WEEK OF RUGBY LEAGUE ON NINE
THURSDAY:
• THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL – Broncos vs Eels, May 24, from 7.30pm AEST on Nine and 9Now. Andrew Johns, Darren Lockyer, Wally Lewis, Paul Vautin and host James Bracey will cover all the action when Beanie for Brain Cancer Round kicks off with the Brisbane Broncos and the Parramatta Eels, LIVE and FREE and in HD.
• THE FOOTY SHOW – May 24, live after the footy. Host James Bracey and Ryan Girdler are joined at the home of Queensland rugby league, Suncorp Stadium, by Wally Lewis, Sam Thaiday, Darren Lockyer and Josh McGuire. Broncos CEO Paul White joins the show and we cross to NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler, going head-to-head with Australia’s leading rugby league journalists on Origin I. Darryl “Big Marn” Brohman does a heartwarming Small Talk with the South Newcastle Lions.
FRIDAY:
• FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL – Cowboys vs Storm, May 25, from 7.30pm AEST on Nine and 9Now. Peter Sterling, Andrew Johns, Darren Lockyer, Paul Vautin and host James Bracey are LIVE and FREE in HD when Johnathan Thurston’s North Queensland Cowboys attempt to lasso Cameron Smith and the Melbourne Storm at 1300SMILES Stadium, Townsville. Wide World of Sports has exclusive access to the match venue for the pre-game and post-game shows, including access to the dressing rooms and press conferences following the match.
SATURDAY:
INTRUST SUPER PREMIERSHIP – 1.00pm Saturday, May 26, on Nine and 9Now in NSW. The next generation of NRL stars will be on show as the Wests Magpies go back to their spiritual home, Lidcombe Oval, to take on the Newtown Jets. Caller Joel Caine will be joined by NRL premiership winner Jamie Soward and Mathew Head, former Dragons player now Dragons NRL Transition coach and Intrust Super Premiership coach.
• INTRUST SUPER CUP – 1.00pm Saturday, May 26, on Nine and 9Now in Queensland. The premier competition for the Sunshine State features the Redcliffe Dolphins vs Central Queensland Capras at Dolphin Stadium in Brisbane. In commentary, former Queensland Origin representative and NRL premiership winner Scott Sattler will be joined by Ben Dobbin and Peter Psaltis.
SUNDAY:
• SPORTS SUNDAY – Sunday, May 27, at 10.00am AEST, LIVE on Nine. Bold and passionate debate about the biggest issues in the world of sport. Headlined by two of Australia’s leading sports personalities and opinion-makers, Liz Ellis and Peter FitzSimons, this week Hawthorn AFL Premiership winner and Brownlow Medallist Shane Crawford joins the show alongside Manly Sea Eagles legend Geoff Toovey and host James Bracey.
• SUNDAY NRL FOOTY SHOW – Sunday, May 27, at 11.00am. Host Peter Sterling will cover all the Beanie Round NRL action so far with Brad Fittler, Wally Lewis and Allana Ferguson.
• SUNDAY FOOTBALL – Tigers vs Bulldogs, Sunday, May 27, at 3.00pm. The Wests Tigers will sharpen their claws for the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs at ANZ Stadium. A one-hour pre-game show straight from the venue features Roosters playmaker and NSW Origin hopeful Luke Keary, who joins the panel alongside Phil Gould, Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and host James Bracey. Ray “Rabs” Warren will call a big afternoon of NRL action.
MONDAY:
• 100% FOOTY – Monday, May 28, 9.45pm, on Nine and 9Now. 100% Footy is the home of the strongest opinions in rugby league from the people who count. Phil Gould returns with Paul Gallen, alongside Jillaroos star Ruan Sims and journalist Neil Breen. This week Origin coaches Kevin Walters and Brad Fittler join the show following their team announcements earlier in the day. Hosted by James Bracey, 100% Footy is a weekly dive into the hottest topics in the greatest game of all.
** Check local guides for details. Times will differ.
PODCAST – SIX TACKLES WITH GUS
James Bracey discusses the biggest rugby league issues of the week with NRL legend and expert commentator Phil Gould on Six Tackles with Gus.
This week:
• Craig Bellamy, Wayne Bennett and the Broncos
• Melbourne Storm without Bellamy
• Boyd Cordner
• Who will be selected for the NSW State of Origin team?
• Round 12 tips
In the latest Nine Schedule the NRL Footy Show start time is 9.30 on Thursday 7 June despite there being no Thursday game that SOO week.
Different campaign. Carrie’s campaign is different to what the Mark Hughes Foundation does, although it is for the same cause.
I take you are not a NRL fan, so I’ll fill you in - Mark Hughes is a former NRL player, a Newcastle Knights legend, who suffered from brain cancer a few years ago. IIRC, Paul Harragon did I’m A Celebrity for his foundation - they were team mates.
Can we go back to using Live & Exclusive now please? Sounds and reads so much better.
Live and Exclusive means that it is live and exclusive to them.
Exclusively Live means it’s the only place where you can see it live - but you can see it at another time somewhere else.
Two different things.
FIVE STREAMS EXCLUSIVELY LIVE & FREE
9Now will offer unrivalled digital access to Holden State of Origin with five live streams available to footy fans EXCLUSIVELY, LIVE and FREE across the epic three-game series in 2018.
Starting today, Monday, May 28, 9Now will feature memorable moments, clips from the archives and highlights from last year’s series in the build up to Origin I on Wednesday, June 6, at the MCG.
All three games will be available anywhere, anytime on 9Now, with five streams: the Main program, Tryline Cam, Spider Cam, NSW Player Cam and QLD Player Cam.
MAIN PROGRAM
TRYLINE CAM: A unique end of view switched between each in-goal that will give you the perfect view of every scoring play.
SPIDER CAM: An elevated bird’s eye view of all the big moments.
NSW PLAYER CAM: An uninterrupted view of the key Blues players.
QLD PLAYER CAM: An uninterrupted view of the key Maroons players.Nine’s Head of Rugby League, Simon Fordham, said: “Nine’s exclusively LIVE and FREE rights to State of Origin are the jewel in the crown for Wide World of Sports. In addition to the main broadcast on Nine, we have exclusive LIVE and FREE streaming rights on 9Now, not to mention clips and highlights on WWOS.com.au to give fans the best access and analysis available.
“We are all about creating the best seat in the house and this year with Origin it is going to be better than ever.
“On 9Now we are generating five live streams from the venues to create a unique viewing experience for rugby league fans that will be available anywhere, anytime. It will be something they have never seen before. In addition to streaming the main broadcast, we will also stream Spider Cam and Tryline Cam, along with dedicated Player Cams for both Queensland and New South Wales.”
Head to 9Now.com.au or download the app via the App Store or Google Play.
Coverage for Origin I will be exclusively LIVE and FREE from 7.00pm AEST across the nation on June 6 when the XXXX Queensland Maroons and Brydens Lawyers NSW Blues battle it out at the MCG.
That’s how to put the exclusive digital rights into good use. The AFL should take note (especially in regards to the broadcast rights from 2023 onwards).
Ok, but who is actually going to want to watch anything but the main stream…
The alternative streams are probably designed to be used as a ‘2nd screen’ experience alongside the viewer watching the main broadcast on a TV
True, good point.
In an amazing display of generosity, the rugby league community has rallied to raise $2,619,000 in the NRL’s Beanie for Brain Cancer Round for the Mark Hughes Foundation funding brain cancer research.
The result smashed the $2 million target and surpassed the $1.75 million raised in the inaugural round in 2017 by almost $870,000. The fundraising campaign will now continue this year, aiming to reach the $3 million mark.
All money raised during the Beanie for Brain Cancer Round goes directly to brain cancer research and patient support. The Mark Hughes Foundation will fund research projects jointly and in alignment with the National Brain Cancer Mission, with the aim of doubling survival rates and improving the quality of life for patients with brain cancer in the next 10 years.
The concept was the creation of former NRL Footy Show and Nine NRL Executive Producer, Matt Callander, who died from brain cancer in October 2017. Along with Mark Hughes, an NRL premiership winner with the Newcastle Knights, Matt established the foundation after being diagnosed in 2013.
Hughes said today: “The Mark Hughes Foundation is thrilled to announce that due to the amazing NRL community support we have raised an astonishing $2,619,000. I’m so proud that Matt Callander’s legacy lives on and we have achieved this with his wife Anne and family by our side.
“Special thanks to Todd Greenberg and his team from the NRL, Matt’s former employers, the Nine Network, who have worked tirelessly to put this together, and Fox Sports, who have gone above and beyond the call as have so many other forms of media across the country.
“Another highlight was Bill McDonald from McDonald Jones Homes giving up the naming rights of the Newcastle Knights stadium to allow it to be called Beanie for Brain Cancer Stadium for this round. There are so many great stories of support out there.
“I can’t thank the supporters enough, the heart and soul of this campaign. Without them purchasing a beanie this would not be the success it is. Finally, we thank the amazing players and coaches, the leaders of our game, whose commitment and support of our cause is overwhelming. We are so grateful.”
Sportsbet donated $60,000 to the cause after 41 tries were scored in Round 12, with $1000 for a try and $2000 for a try scored by a captain. Club captains Cameron Smith, Daly Cherry-Evans, Greg Inglis and Chris Lawrence all crossed the tryline while Valentine Holmes scored three tries and Jesse Ramien and Nick Cotric scored doubles.
THE FOOTY SHOW LIVE FROM LOTTOLAND AFTER MANLY VS COWBOYS
100% FOOTY STATE OF ORIGIN SPECIAL
Nine will provide the perfect warm-up to Origin I with three big NRL matches and the best insight and analysis from the biggest names in the game, starting with the Sea Eagles-Cowboys clash on Thursday Night Football, LIVE and FREE on Nine and 9Now from 7.30pm AEST.
In Thursday Night Football from Lottoland, the home of the Manly Sea Eagles, Johnathan Thurston and the Cowboys will trot into town with big names Matt Scott and Jason Taumalolo, all playing together, an unusual occurrence for them during Origin period.
The Sea Eagles have endured their struggles in 2018 and will call upon captain Daly Cherry-Evans to steer them to victory without Jake and Tom Trbojevic who are both on Origin duty.
Nine rugby league expert, Paul “Fatty” Vautin, says: “It’s nearly the last chance saloon for Manly. Desperation can bring out the best in any team, especially when it contains Daly Cherry-Evans and Marty ‘Kapow’ Taupau. Having them come up against the JT gang of Johnathan Thurston and Jason Taumalolo will make for a ripping game.”
On Friday Night Football, two sides in red-hot form will line up when the South Sydney Rabbitohs and Cronulla Sharks look to keep their winning streaks alive.
Speaking on Six Tackles with Gus, Nine rugby league expert, Phil Goud, said: “The Sharks have won six in a row and haven’t really suffered from Origin selection. A lot of their players were overlooked but are all fit and playing well.
“South Sydney have lost their captain Greg Inglis, Damien Cook, Angus Crichton and Dane Gagai, and although I’ve been a big fan of their playing style under coach Anthony Seibold, I think that the Sharks will be able to grind out a win in a low-scoring affair.”
Sunday Football pits the Sydney Roosters with Cooper Cronk behind the wheel against Benji Marshall’s Wests Tigers at Allianz Stadium. Dragons playmaker Gareth Widdop joins the pre-game panel ahead of a big afternoon of footy on Wide World of Sports.
Ryan Girdler from The Footy Show said: “For the Roosters, I think the disruption of losing four quality players means they will struggle for combinations on short notice and that will be too much to overcome on Sunday.
“Latrell Mitchell is the Roosters’ go-to man in attack when they need points, while upfront Dylan Napa will be sorely missed for the aggressive role he plays in the opening exchanges.
“The Tigers will be solid in defence as they have been all year, and if they want to play finals football Origin period is the chance to consolidate their place in the top eight. They haven’t been affected at all by Origin team selection.”
Thursday 31 May
Sea Eagles vs Cowboys
Sydney 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Brisbane 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Melbourne 7.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Adelaide 7.00pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Perth 5.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Friday 1 June
Rabbitohs vs Sharks
Sydney 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Brisbane 7.30pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Melbourne 7.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Adelaide 7.00pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Perth 5.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Sunday 3 June
Roosters vs Tigers
Sydney 3.00pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Brisbane 3.00pm LIVE on Nine and 9Now
Melbourne 3.00pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Adelaide 2.30pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
Perth 1.00pm LIVE on 9GEM and 9Now
THURSDAY:
• THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL – Manly Sea Eagles vs North Queensland Cowboys, May 31, from 7.30pm AEST on Nine and 9Now. Phil Gould, Andrew Johns, Sea Eagles premiership-winning captain Paul Vautin, former Jillaroo Allana Ferguson and host James Bracey will cover all the action at Lottoland, LIVE and FREE and in HD.
• THE FOOTY SHOW – May 31. Host James Bracey is joined by Johnathan Thurston, Phil Gould, Steve “Beaver” Menzies, Benji Marshall and Ryan Girdler LIVE from the home of the Manly Sea Eagles after the footy. We cross to both Origin camps to speak to NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler and Queensland Maroons fullback Billy Slater, following the news of his retirement from representative footy after the 2018 Origin series. Darryl “Big Marn” Brohman is in Canberra for Small Talk with a special guest appearance from Raiders winger and NSW Blues squad member, Nick Cotric.
FRIDAY:
• FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL – Rabbitohs vs Sharks, June 1, from 7.30pm AEST on Nine and 9Now. Ray “Rabs” Warren is joined by Phil Gould, Andrew Johns, Peter Sterling, Brad Fittler and host James Bracey, LIVE and FREE in HD, when two in-form sides clash. Wide World of Sports has exclusive access to the match venue for the pre-game and post-game shows, including access to the dressing rooms and press conferences following the match.
SATURDAY:
• INTRUST SUPER PREMIERSHIP – 1.00pm Saturday, June 2, on Nine and 9Now in NSW. The next generation of NRL stars will be on show this week with a touch of history when the North Sydney Bears play the St George Illawarra Dragons at North Sydney Oval. Caller Joel Caine will be joined by Cronulla Sharks co-captain Paul Gallen and NRL premiership winner with the Dragons, Jamie Soward.
• INTRUST SUPER CUP – 1.00pm Saturday, June 2, on Nine and 9Now in Queensland. The premier competition for the Sunshine State features the Central Queensland Capras vs Townsville Blackhawks in Rockhampton. In commentary, former Queensland Origin representative and NRL premiership winner Scott Sattler will be joined by Ben Dobbin and Peter Psaltis.
SUNDAY:
• SPORTS SUNDAY – Sunday, June 3, at 10.00am AEST, LIVE on Nine. Bold and passionate debate about the biggest issues in the world of sport, headlined by two of Australia’s leading sports personalities and opinion-makers, Liz Ellis and Peter FitzSimons, and hosted by James Bracey. This week former Australian cricket captain Mark Taylor and former NSW State of Origin captain Paul Gallen join the show.
• SUNDAY NRL FOOTY SHOW – Sunday, June 3, at 11.00am. Host Peter Sterling will cover all the Round 13 action so far with NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Allana Ferguson.
• SUNDAY FOOTBALL – Roosters vs Tigers, Sunday, June 3, at 3.00pm. The Sydney Roosters with Cooper Cronk in the driving seat come up against Benji Marshall’s Wests Tigers at Allianz Stadium. A one-hour pre-game show from the venue will feature Dragons star Gareth Widdop, who joins Peter Sterling, Andrew Johns, Phil Gould and host James Bracey on the panel, covering a big afternoon of NRL action.
MONDAY:
• 100% FOOTY STATE OF ORIGIN SPECIAL – Monday, June 4, 9.45pm, on Nine and 9Now. 100% Footy is the home of the strongest opinions in rugby league from the people who count. Phil Gould returns with Paul Gallen, alongside Jillaroos star Ruan Sims and journalist Neil Breen.
** Check local guides for details. Times will differ.
PODCAST – SIX TACKLES WITH GUS
James Bracey discusses the biggest rugby league issues of the week with NRL legend and expert commentator Phil Gould on Six Tackles with Gus.
This week:
• Origin I analysis
• Queensland underrated and “doing it for Billy” this series
• The effect on NRL clubs in Origin period
• Is Tyrone Peachey the new Craig Wing?
• James Roberts’ injury management in the NSW camp
• Wade Graham
• Round 13 tips
Phil Gould momentarily thinks he’s at home watching the footy.
Rugby league’s greatest rivalry will burst onto Nine EXCLUSIVELY, LIVE and FREE, when the XXXX Queensland Maroons face the new-look Brydens Lawyers NSW Blues in Holden State of Origin Game 1 at the MCG on Wednesday, June 6, at 7.00pm.
The voice of rugby league, Ray “Rabs” Warren, will call the action from the Nine Network commentary box alongside Peter Sterling, Phil Gould and Paul Vautin.
James Bracey will host Nine’s State of Origin Game 1 coverage, flanked by rugby league Immortals Andrew “Joey” Johns and Wally “The King” Lewis, along with Origin legends Darren Lockyer and Paul Gallen.
Nine’s Director of Sport, Tom Malone, said: “State of Origin is entering a new era, full of youthful excited Blues and a refreshed yet experienced Maroons team. With a new coach for New South Wales, a new captain for Queensland, a final series for Billy Slater and an opening match at the MCG, there has never been so much anticipation about an Origin opener.
“Wide World of Sports will be showcasing this incredible sporting rivalry like never before with special extended coverage from 7.00pm, four extra camera angles on 9Now, and full clips and highlights on WWOS.com.au, all to give fans the best possible access and analysis.”
All three games will be available anywhere, anytime on 9Now, with five streams: the Main program, Tryline Cam, Spider Cam, NSW Player Cam and QLD Player Cam.
What’s more, viewers can get all the latest news on WWOS.COM.AU and up-to-date scores, tackles and live commentary with Wide World of Sports on social media: LIKE the big moments on Facebook and Instagram, or join the chat on Twitter using #Origin.
SOO Game 1 – Melbourne Cricket Ground Wednesday, June 6, at 7.00pm
SOO Game 2 – ANZ Stadium, Sydney Sunday, June 24, at 7.00pm
SOO Game 3 – Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane Wednesday, July 11, at 7.00pm
** Check local guides for details.
Wednesday 6 June
Sydney 7.00pm LIVE on Nine
Brisbane 7.00pm LIVE on Nine
Melbourne 7.00pm LIVE on Nine
Adelaide 7.00pm LIVE on Nine
Perth 5.30pm LIVE on Nine
• SIX TACKLES WITH GUS – The hardest opinions and news stories throughout the 2018 Origin series will be covered every week on the Six Tackles with Gus podcast. Nine’s James Bracey will discuss the biggest rugby league issues of the week throughout the series with NRL legend and expert commentator Phil Gould.
• 9NOW.COM.AU/STATE-OF-ORIGIN – 9Now will feature memorable moments, clips from the archives and highlights from last year’s series in the build-up to Origin I. All three games will be available anywhere, anytime on 9Now, with five streams: the Main program, Tryline Cam, Spider Cam, NSW Player Cam and QLD Player Cam.
• NINE NEWS, Week nights from 6.00pm – Your favourite nightly news service will deliver the most up-to-date news leading into Origin I. Led by Cameron Williams and Wally Lewis, Nine’s expert rugby league reporters Danny Weidler, Neil Breen, Julie Snook and Danika Mason will have all the biggest stories before and after every game of the 2018 series from either side of the border.
• 100% FOOTY, STATE OF ORIGIN SPECIAL – Monday, June 4, 9.45pm, on Nine and 9Now. 100% Footy is the home of the strongest opinions in rugby league from the people who count. Phil Gould returns with Paul Gallen, alongside Jillaroos star Ruan Sims and journalist Neil Breen.
We wish he was at home watching the footy. We wouldn’t have to see or hear the talking beesting at all. 
Nine’s play out centre aired this for Adelaide (state government gambling ad restrictions?)
Pic from social media
I’m sure this has been covered before but yes, Nine usually has crosses to SportsBet in it’s rugby league coverage but of course those can’t be shown in SA due to the gambling advertising restrictions in that state.
