Verdicts for the BIG looming Origin selection calls

Verdicts for the BIG looming Origin selection calls

Author: Zero Tackle May 11, 2026 Duration: 38:50

With Origin just weeks away, the team break down and make verdits on some of the biggest looming selection calls for both the Blues and Maroons. The Tigers’ woes continued over the weekend as the Storm found some form, while Lee outlines just how bad the situation is at St George Illawarra. Plus, another Select Cards Battle Break between Phoenix and Darren!

Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Intro

02:08 Number up with Darren Parkin

05:01 Wests Tigers Woes

09:34 Origin Predictions

27:29 Coach’s Corner: Dragons Horrid Defence

36:05 Select Card Break Battle

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Recorded on 11/05/2026

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