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Wests Tigers Back at Campbelltown for Huge Dolphins Test

The Wests Tigers Podcast returns with Episode 473 as Nick is joined by Josh and Aaron for a big discussion covering State of Origin II, the latest Tigers news, and this weekend's clash against the Dolphins. Aaron was at the MCG for Origin II and gives us his firsthand account of the atmosphere and experience as QLD squared the series. We also discuss Laurie Daley's controversial decision to leave Api Koroisau [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apisai_Koroisau] on the bench for the entire 80 minutes, whether that could happen again in Game III, and what selection changes NSW might make for the decider. The boys also dive into the Israel Folau story after claims emerged that Benji Marshall was interested in bringing the former dual international to the club [https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/folaus-claim-nrl-cleared-comeback-only-for-arl-commissioner-to-block-tigers-signing-20260618-p6084s.html] before the NRL stepped in. Plus, with rumours circulating Luciano Leilua and Shawn Blore's futures at their current clubs, we ask whether either player could help solve the Tigers' back-row depth issues. Can Jarome Luai [https://www.weststigers.com.au/teams/nrl-premiership/wests-tigers/jarome-luai/] back up his brilliant performance against the Titans? We look at the latest injury news, including Adam Doueihi's race against time to prove his fitness. Finally, we preview the Dolphins clash. The Redcliffe-based club arrives on a six-game winning streak [https://www.nrl.com/draw/nrl-premiership/2026/round-16/wests-tigers-v-dolphins/], but they'll be without several key players, including Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo and Thomas Flegler. Can the Tigers take advantage and make it back-to-back wins? All that and plenty more on Episode 473 of the Wests Tigers Podcast. And don't forget to join in the Wests Tigers discussion today on our very own Wests Tigers Podcast Forum [https://weststigerspodcast.com.au/forum/]! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Luai stars as Wests Tigers Farewell Leichhardt Oval (for a bit)

The Wests Tigers had a few heart-in-mouth moments and almost succumbed to some classy Titans plays, but managed to hold on for an eight-point win at Leichhardt Oval this afternoon. Playing our last game at the “Eighth Wonder of the World”, the good guys gave up an early 12-point lead but came home strongly in a determined effort.   On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel, Josh and Nick walk through all the important talking points from the 36-28 win [https://www.nrl.com/draw/nrl-premiership/2026/round-15/wests-tigers-v-titans/], including: * The game-changing Jarome Luai [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jarome_Luai] performance * The debut of young hooker Josese Lanyon [https://www.weststigers.com.au/teams/nsw-cup/western-suburbs-magpies/josese-lanyon/] * Injury to Kai Pearce-Paul * The impact that the big home crowd had on the game As always, all the ‘one word’ submissions from the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum [https://weststigerspodcast.com.au/forum/] are shared, and we take a look at the finals equation after the club claimed victory number seven for the season.   Thank you so much for your support, and we’ll catch you all for the midweek edition of the podcast! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Wests Tigers Season On The Line Against Titans

This is it, folks, the Wests Tigers' do-or-die moment taking on the Gold Coast at Leichhardt Oval on Sunday afternoon. Both teams have just won one of their past five matches, and the Titans are looking for just their fourth win of the season, but with a winning track record against the Tigers will fancy their chances. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast [https://www.youtube.com/@weststigerspodcast3369], Joel, Nick and Josh are joined by fellow Wests Tigers die-hard, Mitch. Aside from a preview of the Titans clash, on the agenda are several pressing Wests Tigers issues, including: * Israel Folau - bullet dodged, or potential mid-season boost missed? * The Panthers' capitulation [https://www.nrl.com/draw/nrl-premiership/2026/round-14/wests-tigers-v-panthers/] -  why do Wests Tigers find a way to lose momentum each year? And with the Leichhardt Oval redevelopment [https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/major-projects/projects/leichhardt-oval-refurbishment] starting after Sunday's game, we take a look at what losing our only winning home ground will mean for the next couple of years, and share some good and not-so-good memories of the old girl. Regarding the game against the Titans, which Wests Tigers player will be most motivated to bounce back from last week's embarrassment, and what will the inclusion of two centres do to our backline? As always, feel free to join in the discussion on everything Wests Tigers on the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum [https://weststigerspodcast.com.au/forum/], and we hope to have a post-victory edition of the pod for you again on Sunday night!  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Oh Dear! Wests Tigers Get Panthers Shellacking

It was an afternoon we'd all like to forget at CommBank Stadium, with the Wests Tigers proving little more than cannon fodder against a white-hot Panthers. Losing 68-nil is about as low as it gets for an NRL fan, but despite the awful afternoon, we thought we might try and make some sense of the events in Parramatta. So, this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast is a little different: it's just Joel and Nick, and we keep things pretty short and to the point. Of course, all the 'One Word' responses from the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum [https://weststigerspodcast.com.au/forum/] feature, along with some key talking points: * Where to from here for the team and club? * What went so drastically wrong? * Were the Panthers just that good? * What areas of weakness has this result exposed? It's a tough go presenting or even listening to (or watching) a podcast after a performance like that, but let's soldier on, Wests Tigers fans! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Good to Great! How Wests Tigers Can Go To a Whole New Level

Over the past 12 months, Wests Tigers has achieved a feat that is more than admirable - a 50% win record. But while that's a really solid base to build on, what exactly do we need to do to take a big step up to being a team that wins most weeks? On this big midweek edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast [https://www.youtube.com/@weststigerspodcast3369], Joel is joined by Nick, Josh and Jordan to discuss that very topic. Each of the boys gives their opinion on how that big step can be taken by the club and team. Got a thought on that? Did we miss something? Feel free to leave a comment, or join in the discussion on the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum [https://weststigerspodcast.com.au/forum/]. Also on this edition, Jordan shares his thoughts on the six-point win over the Bulldogs, and we have an injury update too, with one Wests Tigers star player expected back much sooner than we thought. The news is not so good for Alex Twal [https://www.weststigers.com.au/teams/nrl-premiership/wests-tigers/alex-twal/], though; the big fella is going to be sidelined for up to six weeks. How will losing Twal affect us? And does it give us the chance to tweak the way we play, having someone else at lock? And the future and career of Latu Fainu [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latu_Fainu] is also up for discussion, with Joel asking: are we ruining his development by using him as a Mr. Fix-It at this early stage in his career? Finally, attention turns to our big match this Sunday against the Panthers at CommBank Stadium in Parramatta [https://www.nrl.com/draw/nrl-premiership/2026/round-14/wests-tigers-v-panthers/]. Are we any hope against a side that will start as red-hot favourites? At least two members of the podcast team are feeling an upset is on the cards. We hope you enjoy this latest edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, and we look forward to bringing you a post-match edition following the clash with Penrith.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].