#136: Leeds Rhinos Rise, Cup Semi Finals & NRL Expansion Debate

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the latest action from Super League and the NRL, analysing the biggest talking points across both competitions.

They debate which Albert Goldthorpe Medal contenders they most enjoy watching, before turning their attention to the Leeds Rhinos and the continued evolution of Jake Connor.

The pair also preview this weekend’s Challenge Cup Semi Finals, with St Helens taking on Wigan Warriors and Hull KR facing Warrington Wolves.

Off the field, they discuss developments at the top of the game, including the RFL’s CEO shortlist and changes at Odsal Stadium.

The episode also covers major news from the NRL, including Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy’s health diagnosis, as well as a debate around expansion, with discussion on whether the PNG Chiefs have an unfair advantage over the Perth Bears and if further support from the NRL is needed.