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Roosters Crowned 2026 NRL Premiers: Grand Final Review | RLIEP179
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🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV. James Hooper is joined by Craig Gower and Brandon Savage to review the 2026 NRL Grand Final, as the Sydney Roosters defeat the Newcastle Knights 19–18. The team breaks down Newcastle’s remarkable finals run, the Roosters’ clinical performance, Daly Cherry-Evans’ key moments, James Tedesco’s legacy and the impact of Spencer Leniu. Plus, the Knights’ future, Roosters recruitment and academy success, Kangaroos selection discussion, and the upcoming Rugby League World Cup. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome and Roosters crowned 2026 premiers 1:40 — Newcastle’s brave grand final performance 4:00 — Key moments: Dom Young,…