Ruan Sims pushes back on claims the NRLW is a two-horse race after the Sharks and Knights seriously tested competition heavyweights Brisbane and the Roosters. Marlee Silva and Ruan break down the biggest Round 2 performances, including Jamie Chapman’s epic outing, Jess Sergis’ influence and Faith Manera’s stunning hat-trick, before examining the injury toll already testing the Warriors and Eels. Plus, they celebrate 20 years of Women in League, reflect on the powerful NRLW captain portrait exhibition at Sydney’s Museum of Contemporary Art and preview every game of Round 3. 00:00 Welcome to NRLW Weekly01:20 Round 2’s biggest results02:33 How the Sharks turned it around in one week03:54 Is calling the NRLW a “two-horse race” disrespectful?05:08 Ruan Sims’ Round 2 player ratings06:22 What makes Olivia Kernick so valuable?08:08 NRLW injury toll begins to grow08:39 Warriors and Eels hit hardest by injuries09:46 Are New Zealand’s pathways ready to support the Warriors?11:35 Celebrating 20 years of Women in League12:46 Ruan reflects on the growth of the women’s game15:43 Why sport is art17:03 Round 3 preview begins17:03 Raiders v Roosters18:35 Warriors v Cowboys20:00 Bulldogs v Sharks21:57 Titans v Eels24:11 Broncos v Wests Tigers25:50 Knights v Dragons27:46 Round 3 predictions and final thoughts27:59 Ruan attempts the Women in League anthemSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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