The Seven Network is ready to launch its assault on the sporting code viewers across our nation unveiling their new AFL and NRL variety shows this week.

The shows will alternate nights, both with the aim of taking viewers away from Nine, and installing their position as a true sporting channel.

The AFL version will be called The Bounce and will premiere at 7:30pm on Wednesday March 24th in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.

In Sydney and Brisbane it will air at 12:30am on Thursday, where rugby is the major code.

The new NRL version will be fronted by controversial figure Matthew Johns and is fittingly titled The Matty Johns Show,

The show premieres 7:30pm Thursday March 25th in Sydney and Brisbane and midnight on Friday in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.

Both shows will be rated PG and will run for 60 minutes, however, there is no word whether either show will be recorded live or not.

Here is a quick overview of each show, taken from the Seven website:

The Bounce: Join Peter Helliar, Matthew Richardson and Leigh Matthews in this fun, family footy show that will entertain AFL fans around the country. Each week, there’ll be a look at the full teams for the weekend’s matches as well as other hot footy news, guests, stunts and gags, plus live crosses to wherever the pre-round action is happening.

The Matty Johns Show: Matthew Johns will bring his unique and entertaining take on rugby league backed by the game’s strongest panel of experts – including Shane Webcke – with extensive access to players and clubs. Plus each week, there’s plenty for the whole family with special guests, live performances, music and comedy

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