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New Zealand rugby talk with host Ross Karl and a revolving cast of the country's top pros including Brad Weber, Bryn Hall, James Parsons, and Josh Ioane.

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    Who would dominate a World Club Championship? North or South?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 54:33


    The ARP crew get into the proposed World Club Championship. What might hold it back from happening? Who would dominate if it happened this year?We also get into what led to the Chiefs tearing up Moana Pasifika and who will top the table. Should Leroy Carter be an All Black, is Fabian Holland a shoo-in at lock and why is Jorja Miller a game changer for the Black Ferns?Aotearoa Rugby Pod is brought to you by Ashley and Martin Medical Hair Centres.Super Rugby Finals permutationsChiefs top· Chiefs win with bonus· Chiefs win without bonus but Crusaders don't get bonus point win.· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Crusaders lose/draw with Brumbies Crusaders top· Chiefs lose and Crusaders beat Brumbies· Chiefs win but Crusaders win with bonus and make up 116 point differential· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Crusaders beat Brumbies Brumbies top· Brumbies beat Crusaders and Chiefs lose without bonus· Brumbies beat Crusaders without bonus and Chiefs lose with bonus. But, Brumbies make up 125 point differential.· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Brumbies get bonus point win over Crusaders. But, have to make up 125 point different Moana Pasifika top six· Moana beat Hurricanes and Blues lose/draw to Tahs· Moana beat Hurricanes with bonus point and Blues beat Tah without bonus· Moana and Blues get bonus wins and Reds lose to Drua without bonus. All end on 33 points and Blues drop out with less wins. Blues top 6· Beat Tahs and MP lose/draw with Canes· Beats Tahs with bonus and MP beat Hurricanes without bonus Tahs Top 6· Beat Blues and MP lose to Hurricanes· Beat Blues with bonus and MP draw with Canes Games· Highlanders v Chiefs· Brumbies v Crusaders· Blues v Waratahs· Hurricanes v MP· Reds v Drua Crusaders· What is going on with the Crusaders?· Time to start O'Connor? Is Rivez the man for the finals?· Havili in form? Teams worked out that if you shut him down then you're in.· Can they actually beat the Brumbies?· Brumbies can go through and around? Highlanders – · 22 entries – what do they do to fix that?· Holland form – 95 year old's question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Super Rugby's greatest weapons + how Ardie has gone from great to out of this world

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 53:30


    Everything Ardie Savea touches turns to gold! So how has he gone from great to out of this world?With Sevu Reece equaling TJ Perenara's competition record of 65 tries, and doing it in just 83 games, ARP looks into the best strike rates in Super Rugby history.The Aotearoa Rugby crew break down the permutations for the Brumbies, Chiefs and Crusaders, while also looking into why the Highlanders are the best bottom placed team in Super Rugby history. After failing to beat Canada for the second straight year, what must the Black Ferns do to have a chance of defending their World Cup crown?WIN RUGBY READY TRAINING PACKAGES WITH ALL BLACKS GURU DR NIC GILLFor every remaining show of ARP's 2025 season, we'll give away either …• 1 free four-week training programme membership, including physical and mental skills coaching.• Or 1 free training e-book collection.Just follow @rugbyready on Instagram and direct message “ARP,” this week's unique entry word revealed in the show, as well as the reason you're the right person for the prize.Even if you don't win, you win, because we'll provide a special ARP link for 75% off your first four weeks of the Perform membership or a discount on the e-book training collection.”www.rugbyready.ca/rugbypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rating the five best rising stars in world rugby

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 52:15


    With the Lions named, and Henry Pollock in the squad, we look at who are the biggest rising stars in World Rugby. Plus, we also ask "how many Wallabies could make a Lions 23?' Ross, Jip and Bryn breakdown the Chiefs' epic second half against the Crusaders and whether Quin Tupaea should be back in the All Blacks. We look forward to the Moana Pasifika/ Blues games, as well as Black Ferns and under 20s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ardie goes next level, is Ruben Love a test 10? + guest Ruahei Demant

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 55:43


    The ARP crew break down why Ardie is so good right now, whether the Crusaders or Chiefs are in the box seat in Super Rugby, how Ruben Love and look into why old-fashioned tap-kicks are having a renaissance.Plus, Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant goes in depth on speeches, leadership and what must improve to defend their RWC title.Aotearoa Rugby Pod is brought to you by Ashley and Martin Medical Hair Centres Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    “The ruthless punch that targeted a Springboks hero + All Blacks gym legends”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 63:45


    Some great yarns this week, from the strategic punch that floored Vermuelen to which All Blacks are the biggest athletic freaks.Legendary All Blacks strength and conditioning coach Nic Gill joins Ross and Jippa. We announce a new partnership with Nic's Rugby Ready program, where you can win Nic's online fitness programs every week on the show, whether you're a player or just looking to get healthy.We ask who the greatest ever Super Rugby loose forward trio in Super Rugby is and whether Kini Naholo will replace Mark Tele'a in the All Blacks.WIN RUGBY READY TRAINING PACKAGES WITH ALL BLACKS GURU DR NIC GILLFor every remaining show of ARP's 2025 season, we'll give away either …• 1 free four-week training programme membership, including physical and mental skills coaching.• Or 1 free training e-book collection.Just follow @rugbyready on Instagram and direct message “ARP,” this week's unique entry word revealed in the show, as well as the reason you're the right person for the prize.Even if you don't win, you win, because we'll provide a special ARP link for 75% off your first four weeks of the Perform membership or a discount on the e-book training collection.”www.rugbyready.ca/rugbypod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    “Will James O'Connor being wearing Wallabies gold vs the Lions? Plus, Ruby Tui joins us ahead of 2025 Black Ferns campaign”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 54:40


    Jeff McTainsh, James Parsons and Bryn Hall Aotearoa Rugby Pod ask the question "has James O'Connor been playing well enough to warrant selection back in the Wallabies?"NZ Rugby icon Ruby Tui joins for a chat about her love for rugby and the upcoming Black Ferns World Cup defence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Leinster sensation Jordie Barrett – world's most complete skillset? Plus, Portia tempted out of test retirement?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 54:58


    Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall Aotearoa Rugby Pod look into Jordie Barrett's man of the match form in Ireland, why he's playing so well and how he can bring Irish knowledge back home. Aotearoa Rugby Pod looks into whether another player in World Rugby has the all-around skills that Jordie Barrett doesThe GOAT Portia Woodman-Wickliffe on whether she's keen on a test return, the Super Rugby Aupiki title and the Trans-Tasman crossover.We break down who could make the Super Rugby top 6 and how to beat rush D. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Malcolm Marx on the keys to Boks dominance + Beaudy or DMac at 10?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 55:50


    South African star Malcolm Marx joins Bryn Hall, James Parsons and Ross Karl to talk Springboks innovation, Rassie, dominating the breakdown and his toughest opponents.We deep dive into who will start at 10 for the All Blacks and do a mid-season review of Super Rugby Pacific, looking at rookies, players of the year and trends so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mo'unga to Moana? Plus, the Bok who sent shudders down Ben Tameifuna's spine

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 54:15


    After announcing he wants to play at the 2027 World Cup, Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall break down whether Richie Mo'unga will join Moana Pasifika, not the Crusaders in 2027.Tongan giant Ben Tameifuna talks the Springbok who cracked his back and life in French rugby.Plus, we look into what Moana Pasifika are doing differently that created the resilience to hold on against the Crusaders, the form of Ruben Love and the latest halfback on the rise in NZ rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Is Rieko Ioane the man at 13? Analysis and interview with Rieko

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 54:08


    James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl break down whether Rieko Ioane is the man to wear the All Blacks 13 jersey and interview the man himself.They also look at Shaun Stevenson's form and analyse the weekend's Super Rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Is Du'Plessis Kirifi the All Blacks 7? Plus, Solomon Alaimalo on surviving torrid NRL pre-seasons

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 54:45


    Is Du'Plessis Kirifi is the man to wear the All Blacks 7s jersey? James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl compare Kirifi with the other contenders, deep dive on why the Crusaders attack is humming and ask whether the Blues are close to finding form.Plus, Moana Pasifika winger Solomon Alaimalo talks switching codes and torrid NRL pre-seasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Pasifika stand up: Moana and Drua make a statement + what's your favourite old school jersey?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 54:25


    This week, James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl break down how the Drua and Moana Pasifika stepped up for upsets, what's wrong with the Blues and Canes and the brutality that led to the Crusaders big win over the Reds.Should you be able to hurdle a player in rugby? The guys look at the new trend, which was already outlawed!Plus, jersey collector Duncan Wood from Boomfa Vintage breaks down what makes rugby kit collectable and the guys discuss the best jersey in their collection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Could Quin Tupaea and ALB be the test midfield? Plus, possibly the first Dutch All Black?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 54:59


    Ross Karl and James Parsons break down the latest round of Super Rugby, whether the Blues are back on track, how the Hurricanes blew it and where Moana Pasifika and the Force must step up to knock off the big boys.Plus, interviews with Highlanders lock Fabian Holland, who could become the first Dutch All Black, and Matatū halfback Maia Joseph, who starred in their opening win over Manawa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Is Highlander Timoci Tavatavanawai Super Rugby's MVP? Plus Cortez Ratima and Ayesha Leti-i'iga

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 54:48


    Join James Parson, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl as they break down round two of Super Rugby, including Timoci Tavatavanawai's stellar performance for the Highlanders and how the Chiefs are dismantling teams in the second half.The boys talk the Blues and Crusaders failings, as well as the Hurricanes' scratchy win over the Drua and preview the opening weekend of Aupiki.Plus special guests Cortez Ratima and Ayesha Leti-i'iga. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Are the Chiefs now the team to beat + guest Will Jordan

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 55:15


    Join James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl as they break down round one of Super Rugby, with the rise of the Chiefs, Crusaders and Aussie teams, plus plucky performances from the Highlanders and Moana Pasifika.Plus, Crusaders and All Blacks Superstar Will Jordan talks the Crusaders bouncing back and Bryn Hall's average habits as a flatmate!Catch the video version on Youtube..https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IROxhGiwoIY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Super Rugby preview with Ardie, Julian Savea and Caleb Clarke

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 54:20


    ARP's James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl talk to the Saveas and Caleb Clarke, as they preview the 2025 Super Rugby season. Can anyone beat the Blues? Will the Crusaders come back and can the Aussie teams finally make a serious mark on the competition. Plus, which Smith should be at 10 for England and the latest evolution in Ireland's game.Ask us a question for the show - aotearoarugbypod@sky.co.nz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What went wrong for the All Blacks against France | Aoteroa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 54:25


    We get into why the All Blacks continue to make basic handling errors that are costing wins. We also get into England and Wales' struggles, is Damian De Allende World Player of the Year, the Aussie revival and talk with former Italy captain Dean Budd about why Italy hasn't yet reached its potential. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How Wallabies beat England and Joseph Suali'li's dream debut | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 52:45


    Aotearoa Rugby Pod is back for another Autumn Nations run down. We see a southern hemisphere sweep as the All Blacks beat Ireland, Australia beat England and the Springboks beat Scotland. The team analyse all the games and look at what is to come in the next week of fixtures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How the All Blacks got the win over England at Twickenham | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 55:30


    The Aoteroa crew is back for the Autumn Nation Series, where we dissect the ABs' win over England, why they tackled so many people off the ball, and how they managed to create opportunities. With the game against Ireland coming up, we rank the ABs' top 5 rivalries and ask whether Ireland is close to matching South Africa at number one. We get into Matt Williams' comments about Kiwi rugby having an “existential crisis” and where the test against Ireland will be won or lost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Ultimate England vs New Zealand preview | Aoteroa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 54:44


    The Aotearoa pod has returned for England vs New Zealand preview. They look at the squads and what New Zealand might want to expect with their first test in the UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Sam Darry on his journey to becoming an All Black | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 55:20


    The Aotearoa Rugby Pod is back with Ross Karl, James Parsons, and Bryn Hall for another epic episode! This week, they're joined by rising All Black star Sam Darry, who shares insights on his journey so far. The team dives into Japan's biggest threats and weaknesses, and they celebrate the legendary Portia Woodman, breaking down how she's maintained her unstoppable form over such a prolific career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ex-All Black reveals the crazy secrets to an All Black rugby tour | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 55:45


    The Aotearoa crew is back with Ross Karl, Jim Parsons, and Bryn Hall as they talk about everything All Blacks just before they head away on their end-of-year tour. Bryn and James reveal small All Black secrets and the crazy gifts Dan Carter and other All Blacks gave to the squad in their team raffles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Are these the right All Blacks to face against Ireland in the end of year tour | Aoteroa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 54:20


    The Aoteroa crew is joined by All Blacks coach Jason Ryan to discuss the All Blacks team selection that will travel up north on their end-of-year tour. They go over lessons learnt in The Rugby Championship before they face off against England, Ireland and France. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What is the REAL difference between the All Blacks and Springboks | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 54:00


    Aotearoa team are all back in the studio to have a look back at the All Blacks performance in the Rugby Championship. What is the true difference between the winner of the Rugby Championship, Springboks and All Blacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Who will replace Sam Cane for the All Blacks | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 53:19


    What a crazy round 5 of The Rugby Championship. From 68,000 in the Bledisloe Cup to a historic win in Argentina against the current world champions. The Aotearoa team gives their takes on the weekend and some bonus sections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Can Joe Smidt's Wallabies dismantle the All Blacks | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 54:30


    The crew sit down to look the up-and-coming Bledisloe Cup, will Joe Schmidt use his experience to conquer the All Blacks who look to end the Rugby Championship on a high. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How Springboks dominate All Blacks in the Freedom Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 55:35


    The Aotearoa crew jump on to assess what went wrong for the All Blacks, have they dipped in quality to take on no. 1 in the world or is this just a bump in the road? They also have a look at Wallabies after their massive loss against Los Pumas on the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Springboks beat All Blacks at Ellis Park | Aoteraoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 55:25


    The Aoteroa Rugby Pod looks back again on an incredible match in the Rugby Championship as the Springboks overcame the All Blacks in a titanic contest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Can Springboks cement best side on the planet status if they beat All Blacks | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 55:45


    The Aotearoa Rugby Pod goes deep as they look into gameweek between New Zealand and South Africa. One of the biggest weeks in the calendar. #rugby #AotearoaRugbyPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Are the All Blacks ready to take on the Springboks | Aotearoa Rugby Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 55:10


    All Blacks made an impressive turnaround against Argentina following their first-round loss. The Aotearoa team talk about what went well for the All Blacks but the big question will be are they ready for the Springboks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The All Blacks' fullback conundrum and The Rugby Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 54:40


    This week the lads are previewing The Rugby Championship, debating the All Blacks' biggest selection questions and discussing the Wallabies' chances against that mighty Springbok pack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Damian McKenzie on the 10 jersey and Wallace Sititi on his big lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 55:00


    The Fiji Test offered an insight into the next generation of All Blacks talent and the lads are joined by one of the most promising of those players in Wallace Sititi. Damian McKenzie also stops by to chat golf and the q0 jersey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Gainline Analytics looks ahead to the 2027 Rugby World Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 54:28


    Multiple guests join the lads this week as we dissect the latest happenings in the rugby world. Simon Strachan from Gainline Analytics helps lend some insight into the next generation of talent and Sevu Reece talks about his old mate Richie Mo'unga. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What the July series taught us about the global rugby standings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 54:15


    The July Test series are now done and dusted and so the lads are here to dissect all the big movers in the global game. England's Ethan Roots also stops by for a chat, as does the Black Ferns' Kennedy Simon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How the Southern Hemisphere rugby nations are evolving and winning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 54:30


    The lads dive into the first round of the July Tests this week, with analysis of each of the All Blacks, Springboks and Wallabies wins. Reigning World Rugby Player of the Year Ardie Savea also stops by for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    All Blacks captain Scott Barrett previews the England series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 54:51


    The July series are upon us and the lads have just the man to shed some light on what to expect; new All Blacks captain Scott Barrett. The team dissect the big talking points of the New Zealand series and then dive into South Africa vs Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The All Blacks defence coach helps unpack the big selections

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 54:44


    The Super Rugby Pacific final and the All Blacks squad announcement have rocked the rugby world and the boys are here to unpack it all. All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen also joins the panel to offer some insights into the selection process and just how close some of the more contentious selection calls were. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Super Rugby final and one final All Blacks selection debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 55:06


    The All Blacks team will be named two days following the Super Rugby Pacific final, so the lads take one final look at who's in line for a call-up under Scott Robertson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Super Rugby playoffs analysis and the one guaranteed All Blacks selection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 55:10


    The lads dive even deeper into the analysis this week, ripping into the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals with the help of former Wallaby Justin Harrison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How many Hurricanes will make the All Blacks?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 55:00


    The Hurricanes claimed the top seed over a dramatic final weekend of the Super Rugby Pacific regular season, so the boys dive into how they pulled it off and which members of the squad should be rewarded by Scott Robertson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How would Super Rugby teams fare in the Champions Cup?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 55:00


    The lads have plenty of big club games to react to this week after finals in Europe and Japan as well as some huge results in Super Rugby Pacific. We start by dissecting the games in Christchurch and Hamilton before casting an eye over the Champions Cup final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Teams have smartened up on the Hurricanes but there's a simple fix

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 54:51


    The Super Rugby Pacific playoffs are just around the corner and some big contests offer the chance to build or destroy confidence before the knockout stages. The lads talk about the Hurricanes' weaknesses that the Chiefs can exploit and debate whether the Crusaders have one last swing to throw at the Blues before their season's done. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    New Zealand's pathways put to the test and Hurricanes vs Blues preview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 55:59


    New Zealand Rugby's Head of High Performance Mike Anthony joins the show this week as the lads chat about The Rugby Championship U20, player pathways and of course, the huge upcoming contest between the Hurricanes and Blues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Here come the Crusaders and can the Blues beat the Hurricanes?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 55:10


    Round 10 of Super Rugby Pacific threw some wild results and games at us, and the boys are here to unpack all of it. The Hurricanes suffered their first loss, so have they peaked too early? The Blues are building and the Crusaders are getting healthy. Also, don't be distracted by the Chiefs getting left hanging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Aaron Cruden reveals Crusaders offer, dissects Blues' big win

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 55:20


    Former All Black Aaron Cruden is in the studio this week to add some additional analysis and insight to the latest results in Super Rugby Pacific. The panel also chat about the recently announced Black Ferns contracts and deliver predictions for round 10. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Blues are CHAMPS and the Canes are on their way

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 55:44


    It's an exciting week for our very own James Parsons who celebrates his Blues taking out the Super Rugby Aupiki comp. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes beat the Chiefs in a dominant display and the lads talk to an assistant coach of the New Zealand U20 squad that was named last week for the inaugural U20 Rugby Championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How the Chiefs can end the Hurricanes' unbeaten run

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 53:45


    The lads chat about the Hurricanes' strong start to the season and how the Chiefs will fare against them in what promises to be the game of the season so far. Hoskins Sotutu and Akira Ioane's form is also analysed and we look at which flyhalf would best suit Scott Robertson's All Blacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why the Crusaders won and reacting to Cam Roigard's injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 52:55


    The lads have plenty to chat about this week as another round of Super Rugby Pacific brought about some unexpected results and potentially big injury news. In Super Rugby Aupiki, it's finals time and the Blues and Chiefs Manawa have it all to play for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How BIG is the power shift in Super Rugby Pacific?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 55:26


    The Crusaders dynasty is over, igniting a race for the Super Rugby Pacific crown. The lads react to all the big results from the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What the Springboks and All Blacks can learn from the Six Nations

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 55:59


    The lads react to Ireland's Six Nations win this week and analyse key performances with an eye on the next slate of international matchups. Super Rugby Pacific threw some more interesting results our way over the weekend and similarly, Aupiki provided some stellar play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Debating the BEST team in the world and Australia's resurgence

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 55:09


    The lads shift their attention to the Six Nations to start this week's episode as big results have added a new dimension to the rugby world's biggest debate. Super Rugby Pacific had its share of big results, so the lads chat about the Reds, Drua and Hurricanes' big wins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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