Recorded in front of a live audience – this week, we dive deep into State of Origin with league legends Monty Betham and Danny Buderus.

We’re joined again by All Black legend and Auckland FC CEO Ali Williams, as well as All Black and Highlander Ethan de Groot.

We share our State of Origin predictions with insider expertise from Danny Buderus, as well as covering some of the best yarns from his historic career - we discuss the Warriors' season, why we love Invercargill, and much more.

Important note:

This episode was recorded before the tragic death of 19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite, who passed away in Palmerston North this week.

We want to send our deepest condolences to Ryan’s whānau, friends, and the wider Palmerston North community. Our thoughts are with you all during this incredibly difficult time.

About The Show:

Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, welcome in special guests; and find time to look back with insight, and lay blame for moments from the popular Sports Cafe TV show.

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We’re kicking off the new season of Sportscafe with a chaotic bang, the only way we know how.

We unpack the viral 'Run It Straight' trend that's taken over Australia and New Zealand, why Marc loves it and Lana is horrified.

All Blacks legend and now Auckland FC Owner Ali Williams joins us to discuss the rise of football in NZ and AFC's incredible success.

This is episode 1 of our New Zealand farewell tour, enjoy it while it lasts and tell a friend.

About The Show:

Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, welcome in special guests; and find time to look back with insight, and lay blame for moments from the popular Sports Cafe TV show.

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Ric Salizzo

Marc Ellis

LeighHart

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Fan favourite Matty Johns returns to celebrate our last show and cause more chaos with Macca. Kiwis Legend Mark Graham also joins the show to reflect on the golden days of league and rugby, as well as the new movie about his life created by his son ’Sharko’.

About The Show:

Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, welcome in special guests; and find time to look back with insight, and lay blame for moments from the popular Sports Cafe TV show.

Follow:

Ric Salizzo

Marc Ellis

LeighHart

Sportscafe

iHeartRadio NZ

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.