Matty Johns

Dec 5, 2024 | mediaweek.com.au | Mike Byrne |Anne Ngo |Matty Johns |James Alexander McInnes

Mediaweek’s Media Movers charts the biggest people moves in the industry over the past week. Paul “Fatty” Vautin is retiring from Channel 9, marking the end of a 33-year career at the network. Known for his wit, warmth, and passion for rugby league, Vautin leaves a legacy of countless live sports commentary and entertainment hostings that created unforgettable television moments.

Sep 20, 2024 | codesports.com.au | Matty Johns

The Roosters host the Sea Eagles on Saturday night. The winner will still be a chance to play in the 2024 grand final and the loser can start making plans for 2025 – MATTY JOHNS previews the match. WHAT I LEARNT FROM MANLY LAST WEEKThey are a far more gritty and resilient side than people give them credit for. Even under pressure, they’ll take this game to the 80th minute. Keep close tabs on Luke Brooks, he was excellent in his first finals match and will be buzzing with confidence.

Sep 20, 2024 | cairnspost.com.au | Matty Johns |Michael Carayannis

More than 40,000 fans are expected to cram into Allianz Stadium with the Manly and Roosters clash officially a sellout. The NRL put up the house full sign on Saturday afternoon hours before kick-off. It means about 40,000 people will fill the stadium for the do or die clash which will be about double the amount of fans who attended Friday’s game. The two high profile Sydney clubs have added to the anticipation with the winner 80 minutes away from a grand final.

Sep 19, 2024 | codesports.com.au | Matty Johns

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the elimination semi-final clash between the Cronulla Sharks and the North Queesnland Cowboys. The Cowboys are coming off a win, after holding out Kalyn Ponga in the first elimination final, while the Sharks are picking up the pieces from a poor loss to Melbourne. Can Cronulla put an end to their horror recent finals record? Or will North Queensland come out firing and send them packing? FOLLOW LIVE for all the latest scores, team news and analysis.

Sep 19, 2024 | geelongadvertiser.com.au | Matty Johns

The Cowboys are coming off a win after holding out Kalyn Ponga in the first elimination final, while the Sharks are picking up the pieces from a poor loss to Melbourne. Can Cronulla put an end to their horror recent finals record? Or will North Queensland come out firing and send them packing? MATTY JOHNS breaks down where the game will be won and lost. WHAT I LEARNT ABOUT THE COWBOYS LAST WEEK Don’t get into an attacking shootout; the Cowboys want this type of contest.