Regardless, Seven powerbrokers are already casting their eyes over potential callers and panelists for their coverage. We're hearing ABC Grandstand's Andrew Moore heads a shortlist, while Triple M's Dan Ginnane is also highly regarded. NSW coach Laurie Daley, who just signed a new deal with Seven, will likely be involved, while former Blues Craig Wing and Willie Mason could also get a start. The current simulcast arrangement between Nine and Fox of NRL matches has helped the pay TV network steadily increase its audience share. Coming to Fox? The Rugby League World Cup may be simulcast on Fox Sports and Channel 7. Credit:Getty Images Not all Plane sailing Jarryd Hayne won't have as many NRL options as the last time he was a free agent if he decides not to take up his option with the Titans.

This column's exclusive story, which revealed Hayne had been fined by his club over his attitude to training, became such big news that even the New York Post followed it up. Many of the clubs that were keen on Hayne's services before he landed on the Gold Coast have privately indicated they are no longer interested as word spreads about his application, or lack thereof, to training. It hasn't quelled the interest in Hayne off the field. We're hearing publishers have been making enquiries about the rights to his official biography. How the Sun-Herald reported the incident. More arrests to come Stand by for more arrests in relation to the Parramatta salary cap saga. Former football manager Jason Irvine has already been charged, but expect more scalps in coming weeks as Strike Force Rhodium closes in on its targets.

It is understood players and managers aren't in the crosshairs of the police investigation, although agents could find themselves stripped of their accreditation as part of the NRL's continuing probe into the matter. McManus a notable absentee It was an awkward situation for all concerned when 17 of Newcastle's longest-serving former players were introduced to the crowd before Saturday's home clash against the Gold Coast. The most notable absentee was James McManus, who is taking legal action against the club over its handling of the concussions that ended his career. As a State of Origin representative and 166-game one-club stalwart, McManus was clearly deserving of a chance to be paraded to the Knights faithful alongside other stalwarts. McManus was invited to take part but politely declined, citing his game-day commitments as part of the Knights staff.

Privately, there were concerns about the reception he would have received, given he is suing the club while still being an employee. Absent: James McManus. Credit:Jonathan Carroll Prior knowledge Newcastle's latest recruitment target is Cronulla forward Matt Prior. The Knights have missed out on Dale Finucane, who will remain in Melbourne on a four-year deal, and are now turning their attention to Prior. That's two premiership-winning props on Newcastle's radar. The wooden spooners are also in the hunt for Cowboys veteran Matt Scott.

Tigers favourites to snare McQueen We're hearing Wests Tigers are in the box seat to sign former State of Origin forward Chris McQueen. The Tigers must first sort out the salary cap implications of Tim Simona's departure and their retention plans for their "big four", James Tedesco, Mitchell Moses, Luke Brooks and Aaron Woods, but the Titans back-rower could well be coming back to Sydney. Twin problems There were denials when we revealed last July that South Sydney were attempting to offload prop Tom Burgess, but his dumping to the NSW Cup confirms just how out of favour he is at Redfern. Burgess and twin brother George have already spent time with feeder team North Sydney this season as they struggle to justify their huge pay packets. We're hearing coach Michael Maguire is less than impressed with their attitude and it will be interesting to see how long they remain at the club.

Hard man tells his story Having just been selected in Cronulla's team of the half-century, Cliff Watson has opened up about his time as the most feared forward of his generation. Watson, who has the dubious honour of being the only player sent off three times in Tests against Australia, gave a forthright take on his life and times in the biography From Saint to Shark: The Cliff Watson Story. The book, by Tom Mather, has just been published as a paperback in the UK and is also available as an ebook. Segeyaro deal close Cronulla and Leeds are close to coming to a resolution that will allow former Panther James Segeyaro to return to the NRL.

Castle joins luminaries Loading Canterbury chief executive Raelene Castle has been given the honour of delivering this year's Tom Brock Lecture. Roy Masters, Tom Keneally, Alan Clarkson, David Hill and Dean Widders are among the league luminaries that have previously made the annual address at the request for the Australian Society for Sports History.