The Magic Sponge Podcast - Round 13 NRL injuries + State of Origin 1 preview

Brien (NRL Physio) and James are in to talk about all the injuries from Round 13 and leading into Origin 1, answer your questions and try and fix our NRL SuperCoach and Fantasy teams!

Origin
Dylan Edwards - quad
Nicho Hynes - calf
Liam Martin - hamstring

HIA’s - Trai Fuller, Tom Mikaele

Eels Sharks
Shaun Lane - ribs
Bailey Simonsson - knee (ACL)
Ryan Matterson - headaches/concussion

Knights Bulldogs
Josh Addo-Carr - hamstring
Daniel Saifiti - MCL

Panthers Dragons
Moses Leota - hamstring

Dolphins Raiders
Jesse Bromwich - chest
Kodi Nikorima - calf (pre game)

Roosters Cowboys
Jared Waerea Hargreaves - hamstring

QUESTIONS

What do you think the chances are of Reece Walsh/Payne Haas backing up from Origin (only a 4 day turnaround) considering their knee issues?

Could Cody Ramsey realistically return to the NRL at some point?

Are you able to explain what a sports hernia/adductor strain is and the significance the injury has on performance. In relation to Corey Horsburgh who’s been out 8 weeks so far with a ‘groin’ injury with no sign of return.

Do you like Moses or Gutho as buys now they looked good in their return from injury?

Any good late season injury comeback candidates? I’m thinking of stashing Doueihi or Campbell Graham in draft.