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Ian MaybanksSuperCoach NRL writer

Ian Maybanks is an NRL SuperCoach writer for the Courier Mail. He has a top 50 best finish and been a regular top 1000 finisher, including the past three seasons of NRL SuperCoach. He formerly wrote under “The Mastermind” alias, but now he’s unmasked and you can follow his NRL SuperCoach analysis here.

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Liverpool's Jeremie Frimpong. Picture: AP

SuperCoach EPL: Fantasy NRL expert reveals his ultimate Premier League team

A veteran SuperCoach NRL expert has unveiled his strategy to win at SuperCoach’s new EPL fantasy game, featuring an unprecedented double Villa goalkeeper gambit.

Liverpool's Dutch striker #18 Cody Gakpo celebrates scoring the team's third goal during the second of two pre season friendly football matches between Liverpool and Athletic Bilbao at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on August 4, 2025. (Photo by Darren Staples / AFP)

SuperCoach EPL: Hidden gems that could transform your team

While 52 per cent of managers back Chelsea’s Cole Palmer, these overlooked Premier League stars could be the difference-makers in SuperCoach this season.

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 10: Mohamed Salah of Liverpool misses the team's first penalty in the penalty shoot out during the 2025 FA Community Shield match between Crystal Palace and Liverpool at Wembley Stadium on August 10, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Spot kick kings: How penalties can supercharge your SuperCoach EPL side

From Mo Salah’s nine-spot masterclass to bargain buys created by off-season transfers, penalty takers were the backbone of last season’s SuperCoach EPL points race. Here’s why knowing who’s on spot-kick duty could be the smartest selection you make.

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - AUGUST 01: Herbie Farnworth of the Dolphins makes a break during the round 22 NRL match between New Zealand Warriors and Dolphins at Go Media Stadium, on August 01, 2025, in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)

Mastermind’s Last Word: Round 23 best buys and run home targets

The NRL SuperCoach Mastermind gives his last word on tactics for round 23, hail Herbie’s all-time season and how to replace him, captaincy picks + the full SuperCoach watchlist.

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James Tedesco features in the Matsremin's Watchlist.

Mastermind’s Watchlist: Every SuperCoach buy rated

NRL SuperCoaches face a complicated month of trading as cheapies peak and fallen keepers bottom out. The Mastermind has you covered.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 26: JÃ¢â¬â¢maine Hopgood of the Eels passes the ball during the round eight NRL match between Manly Sea Eagles and Parramatta Eels at 4 Pines Park on April 26, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Mastermind’s SuperCoach team: Hop to it and don’t be a snob

The Mastermind is making big SuperCoach moves with J’Maine Hopgood returning to the fold for a third season and loading in a Broncos cheapie many have written off. See his updated team.

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The experts’ consensus team is in. Get picking now.

FINAL SuperCoach consensus side: Pick this side if out of time

SuperCoach can be time-consuming so we’ve done the hard work for you. Our experts have put their brains together to create the ultimate consensus team.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 21: Zac Lomax of the Eels looks on during the 2025 NRL Pre-Season Challenge match between Wests Tigers and Parramatta Eels at Leichhardt Oval on February 21, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

SuperCoach schedule shockers: The big guns set to struggle early

The first step for selecting a SuperCoach squad is deciding which premium players to spend big on. We analyse who’ll be top, who’ll flop and the match-ups that matter.

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Selwyn Cobbo, Payne Haas and Reece Walsh.

Bargain Broncos: Brisbane a hot-bed of SuperCoach value

Broncos bargains are up for grabs in NRL SuperCoach 2025 as new coach Michael Maguire shakes up a squad that fell in a heap in the second half of 2024.

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*APAC Sports Pictures of the Week - 2023, May 1* - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 28: J'maine Hopgood of the Eels looks to pass as he is tackled during the round nine NRL match between Parramatta Eels and Newcastle Knights at CommBank Stadium on April 28, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

SuperCoach: Mastermind’s last-minute switch to 2RF gun

He’s managed to squeeze Nathan Cleary, Nicho Hynes, Kalyn Ponga, Tom Trbojevic AND J’maine Hopgood into his team – no wonder they call Ian Maybanks ‘The Mastermind’.

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