NRL 2026 Is Heating Up… Marc Ellis Derails Show From Sauna!

The NRL season is underway and it’s already delivering drama. NRL legend Steve Renouf joins Sportscafe to break down the biggest talking points from the opening round of the 2026 NRL season. From early season pressure on contenders, to standout performances across the league, Renouf gives his perspective on where the competition is heading, and which teams are already making a statement. And in true Sportscafe fashion… things don’t exactly go to plan when Marc decides to join the show from a sauna mid-episode. Subscribe for new episodes of Sportscafe every week. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 1:40 Steve Renouf Interview 5:40 Marc Goes Crazy & Goes to the Sauna 7:52 Steve Renouf Interview Continues 15:12 Tayla Montoya Checks In from LA 18:10 Marc's Technical Issues 19:25 Roosters vs. Warriors 20:50 Maddy Turner Interview 30:05 Handshake Etiquette Debate 35:08 The Sport of Social