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Damian Irvine returns as a guest and he chats to John Davidson about his new role with Hunslet RLFC and gives his take on the Bradford Bulls, the administration of rugby league in the UK, good governance and the wider perception of how the sport is run in England.

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Ross and John debate the Challenge Cup final, Warrington's amazing win over St Helens at Wembley. They talk about the 1895 Cup final and Sheffield's victory against Widnes, and the emergence of Salford as Super League contenders. They also debate the decline of the Bradford Bulls, England's squad for the 2019 Rugby Union World Cup and the financial difficulties hitting both Bolton Wanderers and Bury.

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Ross and John are back and discuss the impact of St Helens coach Justin Holbrook's move to Gold Coast, break down Wigan's gritty win over Hull FC and the current financial issues faced by the Bradford Bulls. They also take a look at the upcoming Challenge Cup final, the growth of the women's game and Leeds United's preparations for the new Championship football season.

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John and Ross sit down with former Cronulla Sharks chairman Damian Irvine. Damian has worked for Notts County and Wycombe Wanderers, and is now running commerical for Bradford Bulls. He talks about his life in sports administration, his time with Cronulla and his thoughts on rugby league in the UK.

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