About this episode
? The 2026 season began under the brightest lights — a packed Gabba, a premiership flag rising into the Brisbane night, and a crowd expecting another chapter of Lions dominance.? But footy rarely follows the script.? In this episode of Lions Lowdown, Ash breaks down an Opening Round that had just about everything: early momentum swings, moments where the Lions looked every bit the reigning powerhouse… and a final stretch that left plenty of supporters staring at the scoreboard wondering how it slipped away.? There’s media grumbling, strange broadcast decisions, and a few eyebrow-raising umpiring narratives doing the rounds. ? There’s also the usual Lions Lowdown staples — Best Players, fan questions, Weird Stats, Ticks & Crosses, Media Watch and the odd bit of commentary gold that somehow made it to air.? And then there’s the moment everyone is talking about. A collision. A decision. And the fallout that could shape the next few weeks of the season.? Add in injuries, suspensions, selection puzzles, and some unexpected bright spots from new faces and returning players, and suddenly Opening Round becomes a lot more complicated than anyone expected.? It’s not all doom and gloom — but it’s definitely not straightforward either.? If you want the deep dive, the honest Lions-fan perspective, and a few questions the mainstream coverage might be skimming past… this one’s worth a listen.
