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Game 2 State of Origin Man of the Match Sam Walker joins the boys fresh off one of the best Origin performances in recent memory. Sam opens up on silencing his critics, backing up for club footy days after Origin, the Victor Radley melee (and why he made the call to stay out of it), his family's reaction watching him play for Queensland, and why Joey might just be turning Maroons. Also on the show - Tayla's husband Marcelo Montoya announces his NRL retirement after 10 years, the Socceroos get a World Cup wake up call from the USA , a Kiwi makes history as the first ever Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, and a Joey gets his own tradie inspired segment: The Toolbox Talk.

NRL Star Connor Watson reacts to the bombshell announcement that State of Origin is heading to Eden Park in Auckland, and debates what it means for the future of the series, along with the new eligibility changes that could reshape Origin. We also sit down with Australian cricket great Ian Healy, who gives his honest take on Australia’s World Cup disappointment and where things have gone wrong for the national side. Plus, there’s an incredible comeback story out of LIV Golf, Olympic drama, curling cheating controversy, viral sporting clips, and plenty of classic Sportscafe chaos along the way. Big sporting stories, big opinions, and zero chance of staying on track - as always.

Chris Lynn, Conor Watson and Tayla Montoya kick off the new year by catching up with co-producers Marc Ellis and Ric Salizzo to unpack what they’ve been up to over the break. Chris shares his cricketing hiccup in Malaysia, Conor reflects on tackling the Kokoda Track with the Roosters during pre-season, and Tayla shares what life looks like juggling newborn twins while her husband Marcelo gears up for another NRL campaign. We're joined by rugby league and union great Brad Thorn, who gives his honest take on why standards have dropped in modern professional sport. Plus: • Rating the latest viral, quirky sports taking over social media • Hot takes on fantasy sport and why it divides fans so hard • Plenty of laughs, tangents, and classic Sportscafe chaos The boys (and Tayla) are back. Welcome to Sportscafe in 2026. Get closer to the show by joining our Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17817MfEdg/ Timestamps: 0:00 Catching Up For the First Time in 2026 5:00 Conor’s Kokoda Walk with the Roosters 8:40 Brad Thorn Interview 13:00 Brad’s High Standards 20:11 Brad Thorn’s Favourite Athletes 23:25 Aussie Open Questions 27:45 20/20 Chances 31:15 Rating Viral Sports 35:40 NRL Pre-Season

Comedian Aaron Gocs joins Sportscafe to break down THAT viral Ashes moment with Steve Smith - what actually happened, what Gocs could see from the stands, and how he accidentally became the most talked-about fan at the test. We also dive into Beau Miles’ unique advice for Connor ahead of his upcoming Kokoda hike, including preparation, mindset, and what to expect on one of the South Pacific's most challenging treks. Along the way, we get into Tayla's TikTok mysteries, Marc's failed break-in at Rufus Du Sol, and why Australian commentators are so good at their job. CHAPTERS 00:00 Preview 1:16 Introduction 2:50 Marc Tries to Jump a Fence for Rufus Du Sol 9:35 Aaron Gocs Explains Viral Ashes Moment 16:50 Why Aussie Commentators Are The Best 19:35 Connor & The Roosters Kokoda Trek 21:30 Fletch Calls In 22:56 Beau Miles Joins The Show! 31:35 Tayla’s TikTok Mystery 34:20 Chur Ma Bro on Women’s Rugby

Australia is firing on all cylinders this week - The Ashes drama, Supercars final, Formula 1 and more. In this episode, the crew unpack a massive weekend across cricket, motorsport, NRL, F1 and netball. We’re joined by Supercars driver Scott Pye and Ryan Wood, who help us preview the Adelaide 500 this weekend. Gretel Bueta also jumps in to explain the inaugural Fast5 netball tournament in Malaysia - and why the sport is changing fast. Plus: Travis Head’s monster Ashes innings Lynny knocking someone out (again) Connor's hilarious breath work story Tayla’s TikTok fame and car crash Subscribe so you never miss an episode! Join our Facebook Group to get closer to the show: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AZtNJigiM/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.