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18 hours ago
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‘Fraud': Blues scammed by unrecognisable superstar in series-tying loss, Cameron Munster, Billy Slater
Don't miss out on the headlines from NRL. Followed categories will be added to My News. COMMENT Let history show there was only one fraud responsible for ensuring an Origin decider in 2025 - and it wasn't Ashley Klein. Cameron Munster's infectious performance in game two will not only be remembered as one of the great playmaker's knocks, but also the biggest scam in Origin history. Why? Not because the Maroons barely eked home on sloppy Blues goalkicking, nor because Klein blew the whistle so often he was mistaken for a car alarm. Nope, it's because Munster did the Blues dirty with a shock new routine - the ability to dominate in Priest Mode. In horrific news for NSW, the captain's role has unlocked a new aspect of Munster that's as level-headed as it is two-faced. Announced as the state's new leader last week, Munster as a Maroons father figure was always bound to conflict with the bottle blonde tomcat we've come to know in so many larrikin grabs and grainy viral videos. Cameron Munster led the Maroons to victory with a dominant display. Cameron Munster led out a team of leaders for the Queensland. (Photo by) But when he presented with a chill steeliness and clean shaven face at his unveiling, we were witnessing the beginning of the transition in real time. Then when he fronted multiple media calls throughout the week in full dad mode and team uniform - and not just to crack zingers or issue a public apology - he was truly unrecognisable. But once Munster lead by example on the paddock in a man of the match performance, not only had he fully transformed in to one of those testimonials on a Tony Robbins self help manual, he'd also confirmed his appointment a rousing success. Sure, it's too early to elevate the new skipper to the bar alongside esteemed types like Baron Cameron Smith, especially after he confirmed his latent larrikinism by slipping a cheeky F-bomb in the post-match interview like a verbal wink in a hostage video. However, the 30 year old proved Wednesday night that the weight of responsibility won't hamper the spring in his step. Billy Slater nailed the captaincy call on Cameron Munster. (Photo by) Cameron Munster was all heart on Wednesday night. (Photo by COLIN MURTY / AFP) Just because he was Danny Tanner all week and held a stridently earnest pre-match interview with Johnathan Thurston on the team bus didn't mean he'd also play his footy like a sitcom dad. And just because he openly professed his love for the coach in the post-match press conference without being six beers deep doesn't mean he'll lose his playful edge either. Credit where it's due, Billy Slater has made his fair share of boofheaded decisions this series but he's absolutely nailed this one to the wall. With the series on the line, the coach was under stifling pressure to pull the right rein on Daly Cherry-Evans' replacement at skipper, lest be underlined as the first Queensland coach sunk by Aaron Woods. X SUBSCRIBER ONLY But when he ignored a raft of club captains to anoint Munster as captain, many believed he'd confused the state role with the social club. For all his mercurial brilliance, the Storm talisman has been widely celebrated as the Dally Messenger of good times, a free spirit whose rhinocerene appetite for a beer is matched only by his love of a poor decision. Who could forget when he was sin binned in the 2018 grand final for kicking? Or when he was banned for 12 months by the QRL in 2016 for breaking curfew at an Emerging Origin camp? X SUBSCRIBER ONLY Conversely, what about playing a leading hand in the 2020 series victory after fronting the team photo looking like he'd just served a 12 week sentence in the Milton brewery? Munster has always saddled the line between professional and playboy, a position that reached a crossroads in 2021 when he was sprung on film mucking up on the Gold Coast with Brandon Smith. When it comes to selecting a new skipper, there's no scarier trio of terms on a CV than 'unidentified white powder', 'Gold Coast' and 'The Cheese' - but Slater still bravely gambled on his five-eighth and its come up trumps. Sure, we've all seen similar glimpses of Reverend Munster in recent times as he abandoned the bottle and the extra pounds, albeit the latter only because his wife jibed him about his muffin top. But his performance to save the series proves this captaincy caper could catapult his influence in Origin further towards Wally-esque areas. And all they had to do was shave him down and let him flip the coin. - Dane Eldridge is a warped cynic yearning for the glory days of rugby league, a time when the sponges were magic and the Mondays were mad. He's never strapped on a boot in his life, and as such, should be taken with a grain of salt. Originally published as 'Fraud': Blues scammed by unrecognisable superstar in series-tying loss
Herald Sun
a day ago
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- Herald Sun
‘Fraud': Blues scammed by unrecognisable superstar in series-tying loss, Cameron Munster, Billy Slater
Don't miss out on the headlines from NRL. Followed categories will be added to My News. COMMENT Let history show there was only one fraud responsible for ensuring an Origin decider in 2025 - and it wasn't Ashley Klein. Cameron Munster's infectious performance in game two will not only be remembered as one of the great playmaker's knocks, but also the biggest scam in Origin history. Why? Not because the Maroons barely eked home on sloppy Blues goalkicking, nor because Klein blew the whistle so often he was mistaken for a car alarm. Nope, it's because Munster did the Blues dirty with a shock new routine - the ability to dominate in Priest Mode. In horrific news for NSW, the captain's role has unlocked a new aspect of Munster that's as level-headed as it is two-faced. Announced as the state's new leader last week, Munster as a Maroons father figure was always bound to conflict with the bottle blonde tomcat we've come to know in so many larrikin grabs and grainy viral videos. Cameron Munster led the Maroons to victory with a dominant display. Cameron Munster led out a team of leaders for the Queensland. (Photo by) But when he presented with a chill steeliness and clean shaven face at his unveiling, we were witnessing the beginning of the transition in real time. Then when he fronted multiple media calls throughout the week in full dad mode and team uniform - and not just to crack zingers or issue a public apology - he was truly unrecognisable. But once Munster lead by example on the paddock in a man of the match performance, not only had he fully transformed in to one of those testimonials on a Tony Robbins self help manual, he'd also confirmed his appointment a rousing success. Sure, it's too early to elevate the new skipper to the bar alongside esteemed types like Baron Cameron Smith, especially after he confirmed his latent larrikinism by slipping a cheeky F-bomb in the post-match interview like a verbal wink in a hostage video. However, the 30 year old proved Wednesday night that the weight of responsibility won't hamper the spring in his step. Billy Slater nailed the captaincy call on Cameron Munster. (Photo by) Cameron Munster was all heart on Wednesday night. (Photo by COLIN MURTY / AFP) Just because he was Danny Tanner all week and held a stridently earnest pre-match interview with Johnathan Thurston on the team bus didn't mean he'd also play his footy like a sitcom dad. And just because he openly professed his love for the coach in the post-match press conference without being six beers deep doesn't mean he'll lose his playful edge either. Credit where it's due, Billy Slater has made his fair share of boofheaded decisions this series but he's absolutely nailed this one to the wall. With the series on the line, the coach was under stifling pressure to pull the right rein on Daly Cherry-Evans' replacement at skipper, lest be underlined as the first Queensland coach sunk by Aaron Woods. But when he ignored a raft of club captains to anoint Munster as captain, many believed he'd confused the state role with the social club. For all his mercurial brilliance, the Storm talisman has been widely celebrated as the Dally Messenger of good times, a free spirit whose rhinocerene appetite for a beer is matched only by his love of a poor decision. Who could forget when he was sin binned in the 2018 grand final for kicking? Or when he was banned for 12 months by the QRL in 2016 for breaking curfew at an Emerging Origin camp? Conversely, what about playing a leading hand in the 2020 series victory after fronting the team photo looking like he'd just served a 12 week sentence in the Milton brewery? Munster has always saddled the line between professional and playboy, a position that reached a crossroads in 2021 when he was sprung on film mucking up on the Gold Coast with Brandon Smith. When it comes to selecting a new skipper, there's no scarier trio of terms on a CV than 'unidentified white powder', 'Gold Coast' and 'The Cheese' - but Slater still bravely gambled on his five-eighth and its come up trumps. Sure, we've all seen similar glimpses of Reverend Munster in recent times as he abandoned the bottle and the extra pounds, albeit the latter only because his wife jibed him about his muffin top. But his performance to save the series proves this captaincy caper could catapult his influence in Origin further towards Wally-esque areas. And all they had to do was shave him down and let him flip the coin. - Dane Eldridge is a warped cynic yearning for the glory days of rugby league, a time when the sponges were magic and the Mondays were mad. He's never strapped on a boot in his life, and as such, should be taken with a grain of salt. Originally published as 'Fraud': Blues scammed by unrecognisable superstar in series-tying loss
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Rod Stewart reveals exactly how much he gets paid to play Glastobury's Legends slot – and how much money he'll LOSE
SIR Rod Stewart has revealed exactly how much he gets paid to play Glastobury this year - as well as how much money he'll LOSE. Rock icon Rod, 80, is set to return to Worthy Farm for the first time in over two decades, having last performed on the Pyramid Stage 23 years ago. 3 Sir Rod Stewart will be footing a hefty bill to perform at Glastonbury this year Credit: Getty He's this year's Legends slot act, joining a long list of iconic performers who've taken on the prestigious role. In a new interview with the Sir Rod has been touring in the United States, a post that has meant his crew, staging, and equipment are all currently across the Atlantic. The logistics of transporting everything back for the UK festival haven't come cheap. read more on Rod Stewart He told the magazine: "It was about eight months ago when I was asked to do it, maybe a little longer. But it didn't fit with my schedule because I've got to bring everybody back from America. "It's going to cost me £300,000 to do it and they only pay you about 120,000 quid. So it's going to cost me." Despite the financial hit, Sir Rod is clearly not fazed by the expense. For him, the chance to take on the Glastonbury Legends slot is well worth the price. Most read in Music He says it 'doesn't matter' if he ends up out of pocket. Sir Rod will take to the Pyramid Stage on Sunday 29th June, the final day of the festival, with his performance scheduled for the early evening. Sir Rod Stewart drops F-bomb as he's joined onstage by kids & Jennifer Lopez after winning Lifetime Achievement award This year's Glastonbury headliners include The 1975, Neil Young, Olivia Rodrigo, The Maggie May hitmaker was recently forced to cancel six more shows from his US tour after coming down with flu. In a post on Instagram last week, Sir Rod announced that he will now be cancelling four US tour dates and rescheduling two others, all of which were meant to take place over the next eight days. He wrote: "So sorry my friends. I'm devastated and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience to my fans. I'll be back on stage and will see you soon." The Grammy-winner signed off with a heartbroken emoji. His next slide confirmed the four cancelled dates are three performances at the Colosseum Theater in Las Vegas, Nevada, and one at Lake Tahoe Amphitheater at Caeser's Republic in Stateline, Nevada. He is rescheduling two dates at casinos in California. Sir Rod has cancelled a number of dates at his Colosseum residency over the last week, with his scheduled June 2nd and The multiple cancellations come after he was put on vocal rest between performances in May. His string of performances come after Sir Rod noted he was planning to stop large-scale world tours at the end of this year. However, he vowed to keep performing, just at more intimate venues. Glastonbury 2025 - confirmed acts so far TICKETS to the 2025 festival sold out in just minutes before some of the acts were even confirmed. Here is who has been confirmed so far. Confirmed headliners: The 1975 will take to the Pyramid Stage on Friday. Neil Young will headline the festival for the second time after his last set in 2009 on Saturday after RAYE makes her return. Charli xcx will headline the Other Stage on Saturday night. On Sunday, Olivia Rodrigo is due to belt out her hits for her first appearance while Rod Stewart will perform in the legends slot. More acts to appear on the Other Stage include Loyle Carner and The Prodigy. Doechii will make her Glastonbury debut on the West Holts Stage on Saturday night. Other names confirmed include Noah Kahan, Alanis Morissette, Gracie Abrams, Busta Rhymes, Lola Young, Brandi Carlile, Myles Smith, En Vogue, Amaarae, Cymande, Shaboozey, Osees and Gary Numan. 3 Rock icon Rod is set to return to Worthy Farm for the first time in over two decades Credit: Getty 3 He will take to the Pyramid Stage on Sunday 29th June Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Tyson Fury sends message to Carlos Tevez after World XI star bagged four goals in Soccer Aid
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CARLOS TEVEZ rolled back the years at Soccer Air - leaving boxing superstar Tyson Fury lost for words. The World XI FC beat Team England 5-4 in Sunday's charity showpiece at Old Trafford. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Tyson Fury co-managed Team England in Soccer Aid on Sunday Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 Carlos Tevez scored four goals off the bench to stun the Old Trafford crowd Credit: Getty Fury co-managed a Three Lions side featuring stars such as Wayne Rooney, Jermain Defoe and Alex Brooker. But it was Argentine striker Tevez, 41, who showed he was still a fox in the box 16 years on since leaving Man Utd. England led 3-0 when Tevez was introduced by World XI coach Peter Schmeichel. Tevez was met by a barrage of boos from the Old Trafford terraces. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL SQUAD DOWN Eight footballers from same team rushed to hospital with severe food poisoning He infamously swapped the red half of Manchester for the blue in 2009. Tevez proceeded to smash in four goals to turn the game on its head, cupping his ear to the Stretford End. Celebrity chef Big Zuu later popped up with a dramatic winner for World XI. Despite the loss, Fury - who dropped the F-bomb live on TV - took to Instagram on Monday to send his congratulations to Schmeichel's side. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK He said: "Morning run in the bay. After a long and busy day yesterday, managing England. "We did not get the result we wanted, but everybody played well and played hard and we raised a lot of money for a great cause. Tyson Fury heads off to business meeting still wearing Primark Soccer Aid suit after F-bomb live on ITV So, I am very proud of everybody who took part. "And well done to everybody... especially Carlos Tevez! "Wow. Banging in hat-tricks and stuff. He has still got it. "Had a fantastic day. Big shout out to all the organisers at UNICEF and Soccer Aid. "But here we are today, back in the bay, back in good old Lancashire... keeping it real!" Tevez spent 8 seasons in the Premier League between 2006 and 2013, playing for West Ham, United and City. He won three league titles - two with United, one with City - as well as an FA Cup, Champions League and League Cup. Sunday's Soccer Aid raised over £15million for UNICEF.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Tyson Fury sends message to Carlos Tevez after World XI star bagged four goals in Soccer Aid
CARLOS TEVEZ rolled back the years at Soccer Air - leaving boxing superstar Tyson Fury lost for words. The World XI FC beat Team England 5-4 in Sunday's charity showpiece at Old Trafford. Advertisement 2 Tyson Fury co-managed Team England in Soccer Aid on Sunday Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 Carlos Tevez scored four goals off the bench to stun the Old Trafford crowd Credit: Getty Fury co-managed a Three Lions side featuring stars such as Wayne Rooney, Jermain Defoe and Alex Brooker. But it was Argentine striker Tevez, 41, who showed he was still a fox in the box 16 years on since leaving Man Utd. England led 3-0 when Tevez was introduced by World XI coach Tevez was Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL He infamously Tevez proceeded to smash in four goals to turn the game on its head, cupping his ear to the Stretford End. Celebrity chef Big Zuu later popped up with a dramatic winner for World XI. Despite the loss, Fury - Advertisement Most read in Football Breaking BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK He said: "Morning run in the bay. After a long and busy day yesterday, managing England. "We did not get the result we wanted, but everybody played well and played hard and we raised a lot of money for a great cause. Tyson Fury heads off to business meeting still wearing Primark Soccer Aid suit after F-bomb live on ITV So, I am very proud of everybody who took part. Advertisement "And well done to everybody... especially Carlos Tevez! "Wow. Banging in hat-tricks and stuff. He has still got it. "Had a fantastic day. Big shout out to all the organisers at UNICEF and Soccer Aid. Soccer Aid 2025 Soccer Aid returned for one of its most bonkers matches EVER as the World XI fought back from 3-0 down to beat England 5-4! Carlos Tevez inspired the turnaround with FOUR goals before Big Zuu broke English hearts with a late winner at Old Trafford. Here's everything you need to about the big game that raised more than £15MILLION for charity. Soccer Aid 2025 LIVE - Latest reaction after an incredible night Info: Who played in Soccer Aid this year? Latest news and features: "But here we are today, back in the bay, back in good old Lancashire... keeping it real!" Advertisement Tevez spent 8 seasons in the Premier League between 2006 and 2013, playing for West Ham, United and City. He won three league titles - two with United, one with City - as well as an FA Cup, Champions League and League Cup. Sunday's Soccer Aid raised over £15million for UNICEF.
