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Fallout from the All Blacks exit from the World Cup -- nation in mourning - Jason Pine from Radio Sport NZ. Soccer wrap with Andy Harper and his thoughts on the controversy in Sydney Derby - Jamie MacLaren sidelined for 5 weeks with a hamstring injury - a huge blow and Besart Berisha up against his former club in this weekend’s Melbourne Derby. Paul Gallen has a new book called Heart and Soul and he joins us as he reveals what lengths he went to, to determine whether the supplements were leg...

"I cried my eyes out:" Paul Gallen opens up on life saving moment

Paul Gallen has opened up on the life-changing moment he received back in 2014, after he was forced to undergo a leadership course following a string of offensive tweets tailored at the NRL. Speaking to Piggy, Levy and Jimmy before the launch of his book 'Heart and Soul', Gallen said the course he received from sports psychologist Steve Johnson was one of the most fondest memories he looked back on when writing his book. “I look back at the time with Steve Johnson in 2014 after I told the ...

Andy Harper pleas for greater goalkeeping education as shortages amass

Fox Sports Football analyst Andy Harper has called on for greater goalkeeping education as Football Australia face a mass shortage of goalkeepers in the A-League. Dominic Bossi from the Sydney Morning Herald revealed the damaging nature of Australia's shortage as A-League clubs have been asked by Football Australia to not sign anymore foreign goalkeepers, and Harper told Piggy, Levy and Jimmy that this points to a greater problem in the country. “At the start of the season I sat on a panel...

Boys weekend: The Aftermath – Piggy got a piercing!

Swiss indoors have wrapped up with Aussie Alex de Minaur going down to Roger Federer and Ash Barty to finish the year as world No.1 we get the latest with Craig Gabriel. Darren Lehmann calls in after a strong start to the summer of cricket -- Australia 134 run win over Sri Lanka and David Warner find some form, scoring an unbeaten century on his 33rd bday. RWC19: South Africa v England in the final, after beating Wales 19-16 and Could Eddie Jones come back to the Wallabies? We chat to Justin...

"We've got to be careful": Former Wallaby Justin Harrison warns Rugby Australia before approaching Eddie Jones

Former Wallaby Justin Harrison has warned Rugby Australia ahead of their search for a new Wallabies coach, with calls growing louder for Eddie Jones to return as the national coach.  With Jones having led England to their first Rugby World Cup Final since 2007, former players and experts believe the England Coach is the best man to for the Wallabies role. However, Harrison says we need to find the best applicant that will help solve all of Rugby in Australia, and not just the Wallabies.  "...

Darren Lehmann believes a draft system could work in the Big Bash

Brisbane Heat Coach Darren Lehmann believes the Big Bash could learn a thing or two off the newly established 'Hundred' League and propose a draft in the competition in the years to come.  Lehmann, who coaches the Northers Superchargers in the Hundred was in England last week for the draft in which his team selected stars such as Ben Stokes, Aaron Finch and Chris Lynn.  Speaking to Piggy, Levy and Jimmy, Lehmann said a proposed draft could be a viable option in the future for the Big Bash ...

Piggy loves a good thong!

First T-20 on Sunday between Australia and Sri Lanka at the Adelaide Oval and some wayward bowling bring an anti-climax to the Prime Minister’s 11 win at Manuka Oval, Allan Border calls in for a chat. Sydney Derby tomorrow night at Bankwest Stadium our man Simon Hill gives us all the details. Old Boys weekend away with Piggy is happening this weekend and one of the victims/participants Shaun Timmins calls in. Gold Coast 600 Supercars is on this weekend and Matty White joins us for a preview ...

"She should be fired just for those comments": Jeremy Paul implores Raelene Castle to go

Former Wallaby Jeremy Paul has declared Rugby Australia CEO Raelene Castle should be fired after comments she made this week revealing just how out of touch she truly is from the game.  Speaking on Macquarie Sports Radio's Halftime show with James Willis earlier this week, Castle dismissed the claims that Australian Rugby is in a bad place, believing that it is in fact prospering.  "Rugby in this country is strong right across the board and we should be celebrating all the good things that...

Allan Border backs the selection of young gun Will Pucovski

Former Australian test cricket captain Allan Border has supported the growing calls for Victorian youngster Will Pucovski to be selected for his test debut in the upcoming series against Pakistan. Border's comments come after Shane Warne said the time is now for the national selectors to pick the batsman, after a strong opening in the Sheffield Shield in which he scored a century and 64 runs in two of his past four innings. "I would definitely be going for the young kid Pucovski. I haven't...

Couldn't hit water if they fell out of a boat!

Levy Lets Fly with his reaction to Raelene Castle interview on Macquarie Sports Radio. John Tsatsimas Western Sydney Wanderers CEO calls in with a huge weekend ahead for the Sydney clubs -- the first derby at Bankwest Stadium. Andrew Bogut joins us as the Sydney Kings enjoy their best start to the season in a long time. Champion jockey Kerrin McEvoy has some great rides over the spring carnival in Syd & Melb, he calls in.With the Kangaroos v Kiwis rugby league test match tomorrow at WIN Stad...

"There is not a lot of harm in them": Kerrin McEvoy supports the use of whips

Champion jockey Kerrin McEvoy has backed the continued use of whips in the racing industry after there were calls for the device to be banned entirely.  Prominent racing horse owner Lloyd Williams made headlines this week after he called for the whip to be immediately banned from racing and warned that if the racing industry is not proactive, it will be lucky to survive.  McEvoy, a three-time Melbourne Cup winner told Macquarie Sports Radio that although the use of whips does need to be re...

Andrew Bogut backs Steph Curry after Michael Jordan sledge

Sydney Kings star Andrew Bogut has squashed the comments of Michael Jordan after he declared that NBA star Steph Curry wasn’t a Hall of Fame player yet. "He's still a great player. Not a Hall of Famer yet though," Jordan said of the Warriors player. Bogut, who won the 2015 NBA championship with Curry at the Golden State Warriors, said the reaction to Jordan’s comments was just a media beat up. “I certainly think he is. I think it might have just been a bit of click bait media,” Bogut said...

Parmigiana? Parmagama? Parmi? Pargamamma?

Cricket Australia advertises the job for a national selector on ‘seek’ - Ian Chappell joins us for a chat and Kevin Roberts Cricket Australia CEO calls in. Valentine Holmes reportedly a done deal at North Queensland, we catch up with Phil Rothfield. Calls for Raelene Castle & Cameron Clyne to follow Cheika out door at Rugby Australia, we get a Rugby wrap with Stephen Hoiles and PUB MEAL.. Jimmy Bartel thinks it is OK to order Spag Bol at a Pub!

Cricket Australia CEO Kevin Roberts explains bizarre advertisement for selectors job

CEO of Cricket Australia, Kevin Roberts, has come out to explain the organisations bizarre advertisement for a national selector on job finding website, 'Seek'. Speaking to Piggy, Levy and Jimmy, Roberts said the decision to advertise on the website was purely based on making sure Cricket Australia are fair to every single person who applies for the job. “It’s really important that we make sure that we’re giving every relevant candidate the opportunity. So obviously we’re speaking directly...

"What the hell do you need to hear from a selector?": Chappell claps back at Chris Lynn

Former Australian cricket captain Ian Chappell has hit back at Chris Lynn after the comments he made following his omission from Australia's T20I side.  Lynn said that he felt the decision to leave him out of the team was a "cop out" and that it would have been nice to receive a phone call from national selector Trevor Hohns, and not find out on social media.  "I saw it coming but a phone call wouldn't hurt. If we could maybe be very clear in our communication then it's not an issue," Lynn...

“There is nothing worse than a dud blow hole..”

Jake Trbojevic calls in as Australia prepare to take on New Zealand on Friday at WIN Stadium. Mitchell Starc takes 10 wickets for the Blues ahead of the Summer and Steve Smith scores a century on home soil backing up Ashes heroics – We catch up with Stephen O’Keefe. Sydney Derby almost a sell-out at Bankwest Stadium and Melbourne Derby on Sunday - United takes on City, we catch up with Andy Harper. Sydney FC on top of the A-League Ladder, we chat with lover of this crazy show,  Brandon O’Nei...

"I think they will be pretty happy with the punishment": Lee Holdsworth reacts to DJR Team Penske's Bathurst penalty

After one of the most controversial races in Bathurst 1000 history, Supercars driver Lee Holdsworth has reacted to the fine DJR Team Penske received after their 'disgraceful' racing tactics.  DJR Team Penske was hit with a suspended $250,000 fine and a loss of 300 team championship points after they asked driver Fabian Coulthard to deliberately slow behind the safety care during the Bathurst 1000. However, the team and Scott McLaughlin were still upheld as the official Bathurst 1000 winners...

Stephen O'Keefe reveals Mitchell Starc's hidden motivation after 10-wicket performance

Former Australian test bowler Stephen O'Keefe has revealed the extra motivation behind Mitchell Starc's heroics in the Sheffield Shield for the NSW Blues.  Starc produced a 10-wicket man of the match performance against Tasmaina in the Marsh Sheffield Shield, and O'Keefe believes Starc's Ashes snubs in this years' series was a key motivation for the Australian paceman.  “I reckon he had a bee in his bonnet as well yesterday. He was up against Tim Paine, the Australian Captain, and we saw i...

"This game is going to be one to remember": Andy Harper can't wait for Sydney Darby

Fox Sports Football analyst Andy Harper is pumped ahead of this weekend's Sydney darby in the A-League, believing football fans across Australia should strap themselves in for what is going to be a blockbuster clash.  Sydney FC will take on the Western Sydney Wanderers at Bankwest Stadium this Saturday night and Harper says it's a match football fans won't want to miss.  “This game is going to be one to remember. If it’s not a sell out yet, it is definitely heading that way which is not un...

Along came a Spider: Piggy or Little Miss Muffet?

The Everest run and won by Yes Yes Yes over the weekend and trainer Chris Waller called in for a chat and we also catch up with legend of Racing, Bryan Martin. Wallabies suffered a heavy defeat to England at the Rugby World Cup and coach Michael Cheika fell on his sword and quit as coach of Australia, Jeremy Paul joins us with his thoughts on the situation. Andrew Gaze joins us and Piggy almost DIED on the way to the studios this morning!  

The man Jeremy Paul thinks should take over as Wallabies Head Coach

Former Wallaby Jeremy Paul has labelled Crusaders coach Scott Robinson as the man to take over as the Wallabies next leader after another failed World Cup campaign.  After Australia's 40-16 quarter-final loss to England on Sunday night, coach Michael Cheika made a shock decision to not seek a new contract after his tenure ends on December 31. Cheika's reign as the Wallabies Coach resulted in 34 wins from 68 tests, after starting in the position in 2014.  Paul, who played 72 tests for the W...

Champion trainer Chris Waller speaks after Everest win

The newly crowned Everest winning trainer Chris Waller joined Macquarie Sports Radio to speak of his excitement after his horse 'Yes Yes Yes' stormed home to win the third annual turf race. Over 40,000 onlookers packed into Randwick racecourse to watch the three year-old colt take out the $14 million prize pack as he dashed clear down in the middle of the track, running past favourite 'Santa Anna Lane' and 'Trekking' in third place. With the Everest now contesting with the Caulfield and Me...

What’s in a Wrestlers name..? A WWE Star in the making live in studio..

Daniel Vidot joins us live in Studio. Darren Lehmann is backing Joe Burns to open the batting with David Warner and selectors watching Sheffield Shield with Will Pucovski pushing for a Test spot, we catch up with Carl Rackeman. Wallabies vs England tomorrow in Rugby World Cup Quarter Finals we have a chat with Phil Kearns. England Nines player Sam Tomkins calls in from the other side of the world and we learn that he is a bit of a fan of the pig and it’s a massive weekend of horse racing in ...

The moment Daniel Vidot knew Rugby League was no longer for him

Former Rugby League player Daniel Vidot has revealed to Macquarie Sport Radio the moment he knew to hang up the boots, and chase his dream as a professional wrestler. Vidot, who played 114 NRL games across nine years told Piggy, Levy and Jimmy that he owes his start in Wrestling to former Rugby League star Nigel Vagana. “Nigel Vagana was the person that actually hooked it up and the WWE were in fact looking for Rugby players and I came up in conversation,” Vidot said. But, it was in Vidot...

Mark Levy defends racing industry after shocking claims made by the ABC

Macquarie Sports Radio’s Breakfast host Mark Levy has responded to the explosive claims made by the ABC’s 7:30 report on Thursday night, which revealed that hundreds of registered racehorses are being discarded to slaughterhouses in Australia. Levy questioned the timing of the report in the lead up to this weekend’s Caulfield Cup and the Everest, the richest turf race in the world. “Given what I have seen and what I have read, it’s quite clear to me that they are talking about three-hundre...

Why did the Chicken cross the road?

NRL strikes deal with NSW government to keep grand final in Sydney at SCG. A soccer wrap with Simon Hill as Western United started season with a bang. AFL Trade period has wrapped up, we check out the biggest winners and losers with Jon Ralph. Judge Paul Conlon joins us with his legal view on Nelson Asofa Solomona Case saying “Would have likely escaped police charges if the incident was in Australia”. Dave Carlson gives us a preview of the Million Dollar Chase.

"The fans don't know what is going on": Simon Hill slams controversial VAR

Fox Sports Football Analyst has doubled down on his criticism of the VAR in this year's A-League's, after a scathing article earlier in the week for The Daily Telegraph, where he said we had "created a monster."  Hill made the comments after a controversial opening A-League round which left fans and players scratching their heads at some dubious decisions.  “To me, I think we’re just heading down a road where we’re going to stop the game every five and ten minutes," Hill said.  “The fans ...

Redzel trainer Peter Snowden excited for Everest title defence

Everest winning horse trainer Peter Snowden has spoken to Macquarie Sports Radio ahead of Redzel's title defence this Saturday afternoon at Randwick Racecourse.  Speaking after Redzel drew barrier seven in Tuesday night's draw the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Snowden spoke about the meteoric rise of NSW's premier race event.  "The hype about this race is only getting bigger and bigger. We keep saying that each year but we're only in its third year and it's a race that si going to be around for a...

Bombshells, Big Trades and Barrier Draws

The debate continues on Steve Smith returning as captain he says he is not interested we catch up with our mate and legend Ian Chappell. Phil Rothfield gives his thoughts on the Nelson Asofa Solomona story with a resolution is expected today. Doping ban ‘stitch-up’: ASADA documents have cast doubt over Bombers ruling – Mick Warner broke the story and joins us with the latest. Wallabies take on England in the World Cup Quarter Finals, Stephen Hoiles calls in for a preview and the man who, alo...

"I would like a thorough investigation": Ling baffled after Essendon drug revelations

Cameron Ling has called on for a 'thorough investigation' after the latest news revealing the damaging news about the Essendon Drugs saga from 2013.  Mick Warner from the Herald Sun broke the story on Tuesday night revealing that the drug that sparked the Essendon supplements scandal, Thymosin Beta-4, was only listed as a banned substance the day before the Bombers “self-reported” to the AFL in February 2013, which was several months after the injections stopped. Ling, a three-time premier...

Mick Warner opens up on Essendon drug scandal revelations

Herald Sun reporter Mick Warner has opened up on the story revealing damaging revelations about the Essendon drug saga from 2013.  Warner, who broke the story on Tuesday night, revealed that the drug that sparked the Essendon supplements scandal, Thymosin Beta-4, was only listed as a banned substance the day before the Bombers "self-reported" to the AFL in February 2013, which was several months after the injections stopped.  "On that Monday February 4th 2013, before Essendon 'self-reporte...

"I don't understand some of the criticism he gets": Ian Chappell defends Tim Paine's captaincy

Former Australian cricket Captain Ian Chappell has defended the captaincy of Tim Paine amidst reports that star batsman Steve Smith should be reinstated as leader of the national team.  Smith, who was notoriously stripped of his captaincy after the infamous 'sandpapergate' scandal has enjoyed a sensational year so far, leading Australia to retain the Ashes in England, forcing many pundits to agree that Smith should have the 'C' next to his name again.  However, Chappell does agree that as ...

Can a Leopard change its “sports”?

Eddie Betts traded to Carlton in ‘fairytale ending’ to his incredible career, he joins us for a chat. Andy Harper calls in as the Socceroos v Chinese Taipei tonight in a World Cup Qualifierwith Jamie MacLaren emerging as a key strike weapon. Cooper Cronk linking up with the GWS Giants according to reports we go straight to a GWS Board Member – Jimmy Bartel. Tim Clark – The Jockey riding Nature Strip in the Everest on Saturday give us a call and we get a Cricket wrap with Stephen O’Keefe with...

"It can probably be seen as matchfixing": Lee Holdsworth shares thoughts on Bathurst controversy

Supercars driver Lee Holdsworth has shared his thoughts on the latest controversy coming out of Bathurst 1000, and if Scott McLaughlin should be stripped of the title. McLaughlin’s and DJR Team Penske’s victory remains provisional while an investigation is being conducted into the “disgraceful” acts from Penske driver Fabian Coulthard. During the 135th lap of the Bathurst 1000, Coulthard was seen slowing down the race and causing a logjam with the cars behind him, which in turn created a h...

Back in Blue: Eddie Betts reacts to Carlton homecoming

AFL star Eddie Betts has opened up about his emotional return to the Carlton Blues where his career started back in 2005.  The small forward was traded to Carlton on Monday afternoon from the Adelaide Crows for a future fourth fourth round pick.  Speaking with Piggy, Levy and Jimmy, Betts said he still has to pinch himself for being back with the Blues.  "I walked in yesterday at the press conference and it was just so surreal. It was mixed emotions and I can't believe I'm back after six ...

Cooper Cronk to GWS? Jimmy Bartel responds to rumours

Jimmy Bartel has responded to the rumours that retired Premiership winning star Cooper Cronk may join the GWS Giants coaching staff for the 2020 AFL season.  Brent Read from The Australian broke the story in the lead up to the NRL Grand Final, saying the AFL runners-up were keen to tap into the mind and abilities from Cronk, who is one of the most decorated players in NRL history.  "We've had some chats with Cooper and we'd love to get him involved around the boys and the club," Bartel sai...

The Boys are back in town!

Scott McLaughlin claims maiden win at Bathurst from pole – We catch up with him after his win. Tim Paine scores a century for Tas to find form ahead of the Test Series as Harry Conway takes 10 wickets for the match as NSW beats Queensland and Justin Langer lends his support to David Warner ahead of the Test Series.. Darren Lehmann joins us as the Summer of Cricket gets underway. Matthew Nicks to be appointed coach of the Adelaide Crows, we get all the news on the AFL trades from Jimmy Bartel...

"It's just everything I've ever dreamed of": McLaughlin reacts to achieving childhood dream

After his first ever Bathurst 1000 win, Scott McLaughlin told Macquarie Sports Radio about how he finally fulfilled a life-long dream.  The reigning Supercars champion and 2019 points leader has had an outstanding year to date, holding a resounding lead at the top of the Supercars leader-board. However, the Bathurst 1000 title remained the elusive title for McLaughlin.  As he held off runner-up Shane Van Gisbergen on the final lap for a thrilling finish, McLaughlin admits his win with team...

Trent Robinson reacts to Nelson Asofa-Solomona scandal

As the NRL deal's with its first incident for the 2019 off-season, Premiership winning coach Trent Robinson told Piggy, Levy and Jimmy just how he deals with restraining players behaviour.  Robinson and the Sydney Roosters became the first team to win back-to-back Premierships in a unified competition since the Brisbane Broncos in 1992-93, and revealed that this season was the first that he didn't warn his players heading into the off-season.  "This is actually the first year I haven't sai...

Piggy's power ranking of cocktails

After a week of basting in the sun in the Hayman Islands, Piggy has come back as Macquarie Sports Radio's new cocktail extraordinaire.  Coming back to the offices with a tan to make anyone jealous, Piggy has given us the rundown on some of his favourite cocktails he encountered while away.  "The Pina Colada was as the top of the list, and that was our go to cocktail. That was our staple cocktail," Piggy said.  "I had something called a La La Land and that was in a coconut. They would cut ...

Darren Lehmann responds to Peter Handscomb's controversial comments

Former Australian Cricket Coach Darren Lehmann has hit back at Peter Handscomb's comments after Victoria's draw with South Australia in the Sheffield Shield over the weekend.  Handscomb's Victoria set a massive total after they declared at 616/6, before South Australia also put on an impressive batting display as they finished with 527/5.  Not content with having a draw after playing for a number of days, Handscomb who is the Captain of Victoria, questioned the tactics of South Australia b...

Retirements, Red faces and realised dreams.. (Clinton meeting U2’s Bono)

With Sam Burgess I doubt, could he be forced to retire? Brett Finch calls in to give his thought on the movements and drama in the NRL. We give away a trip to the MotoGP in Malaysia thanks to Tourism Malaysia, get more details about the destination now at Malaysia.travel and with the A-League season kicking off with Sydney FC v Adelaide United and the WSW v Central Coast Mariners tomorrow at 5pm at Bankwest Stadium we catch up with Western Sydney Wanderer Keanu Baccus. As the Wallabies prepa...

Brett Finch says Ryan Matterson is being selfish over move, backs Farah's comments

Walk out songs, Winterbottom and West Tigers drama!

Sam Burgess could be forced into retirement and Manly star Joel Thompson ‘airlifted to hospital’ after scary weekend party accident, we catch up with Mark “Spudd” Carroll. Leigh Broxham from Melbourne Victory joins us  as the A-League Melbourne Derby gets under way this weekend. Mark Winterbottom calls in as the V8 Supercars kick off today at Bathurst 1000 and Robbie Farrah had a few words to say about his former Wests Tigers teammate Matterson over the contract dramas. Jamie Soward asks you...

Victory veteran Leigh Broxham says Robbie Kruse is a "week to week" proposition after pre-season hamstring injury

Mark Carroll says Sam Burgess' shoulder "is a mess" after chronic injury

Who would you trade if you could trade in the NRL?

Cooper Cronk reportedly offered life membership to the Roosters – We catch up with a rather dusty Anthony Minichiello after another night celebrating the Roosters GF Win. Danny Weidler calls in from channel 9 news. Will Chambers set to leave Melbourne Storm - Where’s he going? Jordan Rapana to stay at Raiders for 2020 and the Dragons alleged boycott over Jack de Belin verdict. We get a Cricket wrap with Ian Chappell as South African pace legend Dale Steyn joins the BBL for Melbourne Stars an...