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 Racing 92 & Hacjivah Dayimani part waysRacing 92 and Hacjivah Dayimani have mutually agreed to end their collaboration. The decision is reportedly for personal reasons, allowing the South African loose forward to return home and be closer to family.  Blues coaching succession talkReports suggest Ian Foster and Tony Brown (often linked through All Blacks structures) are being discussed as potential candidates for the Blues head coach role when Vern Cotter departs at the end of the season. Fabian Holland injury blowHighlanders and All Blacks lock Fabian Holland is set to miss the Super Rugby Pacific season and the July Test window through injury — a major loss for both franchise and national depth in the second row.Was this a warning sign for Ireland?Italy pushed Ireland far harder than many expected. It took Ireland 17 minutes to score their first try, which is notable given how dominant and fast-starting they've been in recent seasons.Talking points:Italy's defensive structure and breakdown work slowed Ireland significantly.Ireland looked less intense and less sharp early on.Are we seeing a slight drop in tempo compared to the Ireland of 2022–2023?Italy robbed?Debate around key decisions late in the game — Italy arguably deserved more from the contest. The bigger takeaway though: this Italian side is no longer a bonus-point opponent.How good are Italy now?Better game management.Improved physicality.Confidence to stay in systems for 80 minutes.Did we hype England too early?After early optimism, England looked blunt against a Scotland side that simply outmuscled them up front.Key discussion points:Scotland's forwards dominated collisions and gainline.England struggled to adapt once Plan A stalled.Is England's attack still too predictable?Gregor Townsend's milestoneTownsend's 100th Test as Scotland coach, and remarkably he has now beaten England six times in ten meetings. That consistency in this fixture says a lot about Scotland's preparation and clarity of approach.Game plan too rigid?Heavy reliance on one-off runners.Lack of variation once Scotland slowed the breakdown.Limited attacking width until late in the game.Finn Russell — prime timeGame control, kicking variation, and decision-making at its best. When Russell plays flat and challenges the line, Scotland look like a genuine Tier 1 threat.Henry Arundell red card — correct call?Big debate point. Technically correct under current framework, but again raises the question about intent vs outcome in red card decisions.Super Rugby Round 1Moana PasifikaPicking up right where they left off — confidence, physicality, and attacking ambition. They're becoming one of the competition's most entertaining sides.Fijian DruaCould be a tougher season ahead after losing key personnel. Depth and consistency away from home remain concerns.Chiefs vs BluesTight, high-quality contest — finals intensity already. The Chiefs' structure vs the Blues' physical edge makes this one of the best matchups in Super Rugby right now.Highlanders vs CrusadersCrusaders beginning to find rhythm again, while the Highlanders will feel the absence of Fabian Holland in the pack.

New signing  Gianni Lombard joins the Hollywoodbets Sharks on a 3 year deal starting next season!World Rugby released the World Cup schedule. Wallabies v Allblacks will not be the opening match in 2027 RWC - thoughts?Mathieu Reynal has hit out at Southern Hemisphere, saying they want more tries and passing instead of Mauls & Scrums (summary) thoughts?Wallace Sititi, Codie Taylor and Patrick Tuipulotu responded to the talk around Ardie Savea's role in Scott Robertson's axing - calling it totally unfair to solely blame ArdieITV will show adverts during play in its Six Nations coverage - we know this is done in US sports, that's how they make money.

We cover the Shape of the game currently, we also look into some headline news in the past week. We talk about Bundee Aki ban from Irish Rugby Union. 

We cover latest new, URC - SA derby. Gladgow now leading the URC. We also looked into the Six Nations squads and touched on what to expect in Super Rugby. 

We look in the the Allblacks situation: - Razor fired- Who are likely candidates to take over - Ardie Savea the face of the players revolt The Stormers could go into Semi-Fianls In Championship Sharks | Bulls | Munster under McMillan 

In this first episode of 2026, we look back at what stood out in 2025, then we dive into the Bulls saga - Jake, Johan Ackerman. The Sharks arent serious about improving. Is Nick Evans joining Razors coaching staff? 

This Sunday we dive into the the Weekends action: - Springboks get over the Dublin Hoodoo - Where To For Andy Farrell and this irish team - Allblacks win but he needs to be decisive on positioning of playersFrance depth? Wallabies In Trouble Referees and whats the mandate? 

We look at the springboks win with 14 men against ItalyAllblacks losing to England Predictions for next week 

We cover autumnn series fixtures, South Africa vs France, Allblacks vs Scotland

This week we look into the URC bans of two Springboks, Mapimpi and Wessels. Then we breakdown Warriors vs Bulls match. Stormers looking very good at the moment. Sharks still the Sharks. We close off with predictions for the kick off, Autumn Series next week 

This week, Scoop and Huw take you though URC matches and touch on international chat. Sacha Comments From SA Rugby Pundits Is Trokkie Augustus the best 8 for the future, ahead of Roos and Hanekom? Wallabies get Carter Gordon back The Greatest Rivalry Tour - Springbok vs Allblacks 

This week we look at Rugby Championship Comp as a whole 

We look at the results of Rugby Championship, Springboks, Allblacks, Wallabies, Pumas. We also look into womens rugby 

This week we cover round 4 of rugby championship 

We discuss the Eden Park test as Allblacks remain unbeaten in 51 Tests at the Garden. Australia Do it the hard way, AGAIN

We cover the second round of Rugby Championship We look at the Womens Rugby World Cup 

This episode we take a deep dive into Joe Schmidts master plan to beat the Springboks. Allblacks forward pack dominant against Pumas 

We breakdown Wallabies win over LionsSpringboks First Choice 10 Allblack Injuries Currie Cup Bunnings NPC 

We take a deep dive into the second test of Lions and Australia. This week Scoop, Vuyo and Huw breakdown the game. 

Plenty to cover this episode, Springboks innovation, France B Team, Allblacks win big, Lions Tour 

This week, international rugby is back full swing, on the Scoop we break down some of this weekends fixtures. Allblacks and razor have a lot a work to do this weekJake Whiet Fall out Srpingboks not convincing after Baa Baas week. and more 

This Sunday we look at Super Rugby Final, we look at British and Irish Lions match against Argentina. Jake White under fire at Bulls 

This week we look at Leinster's win against Blue Bulls, Chiefs beating Brumbies, Crusaders scrape past Blues. Jake White comments 

URC - Play offs Super Rugby Finals Series Ambrose Papier Lukhanyo Am 

This week: URC Play Offs Super Rugby Finals Series Jaden Hendrickse Willie Le Roux 

This week we covered all news al=round the Oval Globe; - Investec Chamopionship URC Play Off Predictions Super Rugby World Club Competition 

This week we look at the URC plkayoffs, we also tap into Ardie Savea's influence at Moan Pasifika

Thois weeks episode, we dive into the Lions squad selected by Andy farrell. We alook at SA teams in URC We touch on Crusaders vs Chiefs and Super Rugby 

In this week, we breakdown Leinster's exit in Investec Championship. Bordeaux vs Saints in the finalWe also cover Super Rugby - Hurticanes | Drua | Moana | Chiefs 

This week we look at ther good perfrommance by the Bulls away from home. We also look at Sacha's fine form coming back from injury. Sharks edge Edinburgh Super Rugby Lions Series 

This week's show we take a deep dive to Munster rugby, we also look at Bulls, Leinster, Glasgow - URC teams doing well in the Investec Championship.We also talk about New Zealand teams struggling against rush defence. 

This week, on The Scoop We recap the Six nations, Cover majors stories making news headlines. We breakdwon Bulls v Leinster | Sharks | Stormers Crusaders looking very sharp this year

In this episode we cover the France/Irland fixture in length. The we look at how Wales can overcome their woes. - Dupont Injury - Law Discusion - Super Rugby : Blues in trouble- Sharks Win SA Conference 

This week we look at all the news that made headlines: Felix Jones returning to the Springboks camp. Handre Pollard lured back to Bulls by Jake White. URC - Uk matches URC - SA Derbies Super Rugby - How Good? 

This week we cover the Six Nations, Week 2 of Super Rugby and the URC Ireland fought hard to beat Wales Wales step in the right direction under new coach England and Scotland boring matc Super Rugby - Week 2: How good are the Chiefs? Blue Bulls bounce back

This week, Jade and Scoop have converstaions around all things rugby: Super Rugby Round 1 URC: Stormers on an all time low Sharks show mental strentgh to hold off Bulls at Loftus Six Nations predictions Warren Gatland 

This week, we look at how France have had stagnant attack and thier lack of evolvement. England, get some priase for a change this week. Ireland look like a well oiled machine as they march on for their 3 title in a row.Bulls wining their 2nd match out of 9 against Stormers. 

This week, we are happy to cover international rugby: Six Nations kicked off this past weekend and we brokedown the games by covering highlights and low momnts that took place in the three fixtures. - Ireland brush off England in shaky start - Wales need to mature very quickly - England still wonky on defense - Scotlandś Six Nations to lose? 

In this show we covere some Law debates, we look at South African teams copping a lot of injuries. We also look at Dobson at Stormers, Bulls win over Lions and Sharks winning away from home. Six Nations build up 

In this episode we take a lo0k at Leinster`s strength, with the inclusion of Snyman and Barrett. Red Cards in Rugby Coaching problems in SA continue Stormers missing Marvin Orie Francke Horn woud be a good inclusion to the Sharks Why do Uk & Irish fans hate Leinster 

Welcome back everyone to the Rugby Scoop 2025 season, we are happy to hit the road running this year. Our topics for this episode: Sharks Not Good Enough Plumtree Missed opportunity to play Siya Kolisi at 8Mannie Libbok In Hot Form South African Coaches 5 years behind their Investec Chmapionship counterpartsPhepsi Buthelezi Needs To Try 7s Circuit Mack Hansen Banned? 

This Sunday, we look at the Springbok season, players that stood out, and where to from here? We also talk about Scott Robertson first seaons incharge of the Allblacks. - Wales : Should Gatland stay or not? 

This week, we look at how the Springbnoks beat England, and also how good are the Wallabies at the moment. Cam Roigard star player in Stade France 

What a great weekend of rugby weve had from Friday right up until Sunday evening. In this episode we look at the Autumn Series internationals. - Boks will be better - Razor nailing down the basics - Joe Schmidt has wallabies believing again- England identity crises 

This week, we cover all the news making headlines this past week. We also breakdown the grueling fixture between England and The Allblacks. Lastly we make predictions for next weeks' Autumn Series Test Matches 

This week on the Scoop Pod, we look at Franco Smith's influence on Glasgow. Stormers need a better game plan Sharks blitzkrieg attack on Munster Leinster too strong for Lions Willemse Out - Hannekom In Japan versus the Allblacks 

In todays show, we breakdown the URC games: Bulls, Sharks, Munster, Leinster, Stormers, Lions. Look into Stephen Kisthoff injury update, Perry Baker retirement Asenathi Ntlabakanye to Toulouse? & 20 minute red card We also look at the NPC and Preview Japan vs Allblacks 

This week on the Scoop, we discuss the South African teams slump in Round 3 of URC. We also touch on Sharks inconsistencies, Stormers errors costly away from home. SA Rugby Equity Deal gaining traction We look at the Allblacks & XV touring squads  

This week on Rugby Scoop: URC - we discuss which SA Teams can go all the way Stormers not in the running NPC - Cam Roigard Rassie and Jake - Player resting policy France sending a B-Team to NZ