Beers & Breakevens: Ignore Ponga's history for perfect draw?

Beers & Breakevens: Ignore Ponga's history for perfect draw?

Author: Tim Williams May 6, 2026 Duration: 1:39:38

NRL Supercoach star Kalyn Ponga has a recent injury history that's hard to ignore, but with a dream run incoming do we put aside fears to secure the Knights fullback?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 10.

They boys deep dive into the major team list drops ahead of Supercoach Round 10, with injuries creating opportunities for a number of cheapies including Roosters winger Cody Ramsey.

Tim also provides his NRL Supercoach stats deep dive, looking at Ponga, Josh Curran, Alex Johnston, Thomas Mikaele and more.

00:00 Supercoach, you cruel beast

17:00 Team lists: Opportunities arise amid Rabbitohs reshuffle

50:20 NRL Physio returns: Can we trust KP's body?

59:00 Timmy's stat deep dive: How did we miss electric Johnston?

01:17:30 Trade and captaincy plans


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Tim Williams brings together a deep bench of voices for SC Playbook NRL | Supercoach NRL, a daily resource for anyone invested in the strategic side of rugby league. This isn't just casual chat; it's focused analysis designed to give you an edge in your fantasy competitions. Each episode digs into the numbers, form lines, and team news that matter, breaking down player performances and upcoming matchups with a practical eye. You'll hear from seasoned SuperCoach experts, including past overall champions who know what it takes to win, alongside current and former footy stars who provide insider perspective on the real game. The conversation spans all the fantasy formats, ensuring whether you're a veteran or new to the game, the advice is relevant and actionable. Throughout the NRL season, this podcast serves as your consistent tactical partner, unpacking complex decisions into clear, strategic insights. It’s the kind of detailed, forward-thinking discussion you’d have with the most knowledgeable person in the room, delivered straight to your headphones every day to help shape your weekly selections. For dedicated fans who live for the competition within the competition, this is an essential listen.
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