Gus dissects the Origin decider and explains why he believes Queensland have enough to question the Blues, listen and find out who he thinks can pull this big moment off.

Plus Gus is joined by a surprise former Origin star he used to coach.

00:00 - Welcome

• Gus’ mail is that all NSW will play
• The main concern is Payne Haas

03:00 - Queensland

• Where does Shibasaki’s inclusion rank in terms of surprise selections?
• Underdogs

09:30 - New South Wales

• Blues will win comfortably

11:30 - #AskGus

• Difference between preparing for Game 1 vs Game 3
• Wet and greasy conditions on Wednesday night
• Origin can do funny things to you

29:00 - Special Origin Surprise Guest

59:00 - Ampol Power Sure

• Origin predictions

1:01:30 - Round 19 preview and tips

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This week's #AskGus Questions;

What are important qualities for a coach to succeed?

What position is most important to fill first for the Bears?

Is Connor Tracey underrated?

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Freddy’s in the hot seat this week, filling in for Gus and joining Mat Thompson to preview the Origin decider and share his thoughts on the Australian coaching job. He also unpacks the Panthers’ dynasty chances, a possible rookie of the year bolter in Isaiah Iongi, and why Selwyn Cobbo needs a cuddle, not a rocket.

Freddy opens up about nearly signing with the Eels, playing through appendicitis, and what it was like on tour in England during the World Cup. There’s chat about the Sharks’ halves, Manly’s backline reshuffle with Tommy Turbo, and a bold rule change Freddy would introduce next season.

Plus, his proudest Origin debut moment, toughest opponents, and the rivalries that still give him chills.

00:00 - Welcome

• Special Guest: Freddy!
• Beanies for Brain cancer
• Origin decider - any changes?

05:30 - Yes No No

• Panthers can win a fifth premiership
• Isaiah Iongi can win rookie of the year
• Time to change the Sharks halves

11:15 - Selwyn Cobbo contract

15:15 - Manly Sea Eagles

18:15 - Jack De Belin

21:15 - Freddy could’ve been a Parrramatta Eel

22:30 - Fletcher Sharpe

24:45 - Australian coaching job

30:00 - #AskGusFreddy

• Biggest factor that contributed to QLD Game 2 win?
• Player Freddy was most proud to give Origin debut to
• Toughest player to come up against in playing career
• New rule to implement for next year

38:00 - Ampol Power Surge

• Top 3 rivalries

41:30 - Round 17 tips

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Live from Perth, Gus dissects the Queensland Maroons' Game 2 selections, admitting, "I'm not sure they've addressed the problem" with a forward pack that "doesn't make sense to me."

Gus also weighs in on Jarome Luai’s inclusion making NSW "stronger," the crucial role of Kurt Mann, and Kalyn Ponga's impact.

He dives deep into the mental side of Origin, answers listener questions on Billy Slater's job and NSW's biggest dangers, and gives his final predictions for the match.

00:00 - Welcome

• Live from Perth
• Perth Bears
• Poor schedule for Panthers this weekend
• Lightning delay in Bulldogs Souths game
• Round 15 results

04:00 - QLD

• Perth form wont matter
• QLD changes: Capewell into team
• Gus is not sure QLD have addressed the issues from Game 1

11:30 - NSW

• Mitch Moses out, Jarome Luai in
• Max King starting, Stefano to bench

22:00 - Kurt Mann

24:00 - Kalyn Ponga

26:00 - The mental side of the game

30:00 - #AskGus

• Pat Carrigan to the bench
• Is Billy’s job in trouble if they lose game 2
• What is the biggest danger for NSW heading into this game

35:30 - Ampol Power surge

• Which players will have a game changing moment

39:00 - Final predictions

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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.

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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

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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.

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