Each week Djuro Sen, Ben Kimber and special guests provide expert analysis and commentary on the big games and issues in world Rugby.
The importance of Will Genia in Bledisloe 3 heads our discussion. A look at the Lions fallout. Issue of the week brought to you by Strike. Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
The Rugby Championship is over so what do we make of the final standings? South Africa show pride but still can't win. And Are the Wallabies better? Issue of the week brought to you by Strike. Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. This week’s show brought to you by RUGBYPASS FANTASY – find out who won our league. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
Former NSW Waratahs CEO Fraser Neill is our co-host this week with Ben on leave. Fraser's worked with World Rugby and New Zealand Rugby on World Cups and Super Rugby competition structure. We'll get his thoughts on the 2023 World Cup bids. STRIKE ISSUE OF THE WEEK: Should the rest of the world step up to All Blacks standards? This is a theme on message boards and we address it on this week's show. Issue of the week brought to you by Strike. Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. This week’s show brought to you by RUGBYPASS FANTASY – get your team in to win a great prize. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
57-0 gives us plenty to talk about. Were the All Blacks that good? Were the Springboks that bad? The Wallabies beat Los Pumas but are they improving? This week’s show brought to you by RUGBYPASS FANTASY – get your team in to win a great prize. Issue of the week brought to you by Strike. Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
Strike Issue of the Week is Beauden Barrett. The All Blacks win against Los Pumas but is BB still the one? The Wallabies and Springboks draw but offer few clues on their progress. This week’s show brought to you by RUGBYPASS FANTASY – get your team in to win a great prize. Issue of the week brought to you by Strike. Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
Are the Wallabies too sensitive to criticism? The Rugby Championship resumes - will the All Blacks thrash Los Pumas, can the Wallabies stop South Africa's winning run? The Force lose in court but where's the detail from from the ARU? This week’s show brought to you by RUGBY PASS FANTASY LEAGUE – get your team in to win a great prize. Issue of the week brought to you by Strike. Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
The Wallabies push the All Blacks to the brink restoring pride in the gold jersey. But in the end the Wallabies have lost another Bledisloe series so does coach Cheika deserve a reprieve? The Springboks in all red brush aside Los Pumas and now set their sights on Australia. We also look at the Women's World Cup and Shute Shield final. This week’s show brought to you by RUGBY PASS FANTASY LEAGUE https://fantasy.rugbypass.com/team/duration?league_id=45 – get your team in to win a great prize. Issue of the week brought to you by Strike. Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
We've had enough ... after the Wallabies were embarrassed in game one of The Rugby Championship. Should there be coaching clean-out in the wake of the All Blacks big win? The panel doesn't hold back. The Springboks beat the Pumas, more Western Force rebellion and the Women's World Cup. This week’s show brought to you by RUGBY PASS FANTASY LEAGUE https://fantasy.rugbypass.com/team/duration?league_id=45 – get your team in to win a great prize. Issue of the week brought to you by Strike. Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
Will the ARU crisis make the Wallabies job even harder against the All Blacks in their Rugby Championship/Bledisloe Cup opener? What now for the Western Force and the ARU? Will the Springboks improve on their French series win by accounting for the Pumas? That and a lot more including the Women's Rugby World Cup and Steve Hansen's 'film' debut? LOL. This week's show brought to you by RUGBYPASS FANTASY - get your team in to win a great prize. https://fantasy.rugbypass.com/league/index?LeagueSearch[privacy_code]=I97cvlBSIvQ6_JO_ Issue of the week brought to you by Strike .Leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. http://www.strike.com.au/ 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
The Crusaders win another Super Rugby title but did officials miss a big call early in the game? We look at the Super Rugby decider, look ahead at the Rugby Championship and the Women's World Cup. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
This week we breakdown the Super Rugby semis and look ahead to the final between the Lions and Crusaders. What went wrong with the Chiefs and the Hurricanes? Stephen Moore stepping down heads our Cheika Watch discussion and neutral referees is the subject of our Strike issue of the week. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
It's semi final time in Super Rugby and the Crusaders remain our pick to win the title. What is going on with the Wallabies fitness? Taping up their mouths while running up gentle hills. Is it all for show? We make our assessment. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
Australia's biggest state bombs big time while New Zealand teams dominate the first weekend of finals coming up in Super Rugby. Once last look at the Lions series. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG Check us out at http://ruggamatrix.com/
The Lions series is over but controversy rages after a refereeing backflip denied the All Blacks a shot at a series winning penalty in the drawn third test. We look in-depth at the incident and Ben names his players of the series. In Super Rugby the Waratahs are thrashed again and there's movement north for two South African teams. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
We have a decider coming between the Lions and the All Blacks. Sonny Bill Williams is out of the contest, the All Blacks are hurting and the Lions are roaring. But is it false form after winning the second test? We'll soon find out. Super Rugby produced another defence-free weekend - what were the Sunwolves thinking? Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
The All Blacks are one up so what do the Lions need to do to square the series? The Wallabies win but now they're unfit .. apparently. Is it more misdirection? We discuss the Springboks and much more on show 243. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
The All Blacks are one up so what do the Lions need to do to square the series? The Wallabies win but now they're unfit .. apparently. Is it more misdirection? We discuss the Springboks and much more on show 243. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Recorded LIVE. Where to now for the Wallabies? Who should get the chop after losing to a worthy Scotland? The All Blacks cruise into the first Test while the Lions get the job done against the Maori All Blacks. South Africa seals their series against France - have the Springboks turned the corner? Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Have the Lions already given up their secrets before the first Test against the All Blacks? How good were the Wallabies against Fiji? Will they get a wakeup call against Scotland? South Africa starts well but will they improve next week? So many questions... Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Recorded LIVE. All Blacks name a powerful squad to play the misfiring Lions. Wallabies name a new captain and a lot more. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Recorded LIVE. Strike Issue of the Week - who should be captain of the Wallabies? Just how good are NZ Super teams and can the Lions match them in the finals? A massive blow for the British and Irish Lions ahead of their series against the All Blacks. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Recorded LIVE. Momentum is building for a Rugby summit in Australia – Ben Kimber is salivating. The final word on that BOD tackle. We introduce CHEIKA WATCH. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Recorded LIVE. Big calls for Australian Rugby and predictions for the Lions series. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Recorded LIVE. We discuss the All Blacks and Lions preparations, Super Rugby woes and interact with our live audience on Facebook. Could have been a disaster but we got there! Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
We’re back! Thanks for waiting. World Rugby is in a healthy state but Rugby in Australia is in trouble. What’s going on? Why is the game struggling? Is Super Rugby the problem? We discuss that and more including Ben Kimber’s Lions line-up. Will you agree? Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Super Rugby Predictions and big calls on competition structure. 6 Nations and more on show 234. Note: This show was recorded before the news broke about the death of our good friend Dan Vickerman. He will be honoured in our next program. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG.
We've made some changes as you'll see in our first show of the year. Former Wallabies hooker Brendan Cannon joins the panel and he'll be a regular member in 2017. There's plenty to talk about from 6 Nations to the death of Springboks great Joost van der Westhuizen. We pay tribute to the passing of legend who changed the game at scrumhalf. Thanks to our loyal sponsor Strike – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
We have a couple of big awards to hand out on show 232 but we can't agree on all of them. Former Super Rugby and European club player Marc Stcherbina joins the panel for a look at the American scene and what the new tackle laws mean for the game. Marc has a great story to tell and there's rare Jonah Lomu interview at the end. Don’t miss your Strike viewer comments or Strike issue of the week. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
The Internationals are complete for 2016 and for South Africa and Australia the results are poor. Former Wallabies and Waratahs prop Benn Robinson joins the panel for a robust discussion about the state of the game. Our Strike issue of the week is a big one. Don't miss it or your Strike viewer comments. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
The autumn series is over with just one big grudge match to come between England and the Wallabies. Discipline was a major issue in many internationals but were all those yellow and red cards justified? Don’t miss viewer comments and the Strike Issue of the Week. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
New Zealand wins a gruelling second Test against Ireland but why are there so many insults flying back-and-forth between fans and the media. The game was physical but was it over the top from both sides? We take a closer look. We also break down the Wallabies narrow win and the Springboks latest disaster. Don’t miss viewer comments and the Strike Issue of the Week. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
How good is England .. really? Eddie Jones is on a winning streak that could overhaul the All Blacks record run. All is set for Ireland's rematch against the All Blacks and the Wallabies get ready for France after a narrow escape at Murrayfield. Don’t miss viewer comments and the Strike Issue of the Week. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
The winning streak is over and Ireland is celebrating its first ever win over the All Blacks in 111 years of Test Rugby. What went wrong for New Zealand and what went right for Ireland? We discuss Ireland's upset victory and the Wallabies strong win over Wales plus much more. Don't miss viewer comments and the Strike Issue of the Week. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE - leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
The south heads north this week and only the All Blacks are expected to complete the autumn internationals with a perfect winning record. The Wallabies have a big programme including a possible grand slam while the Springboks are desperate to show improvement after a dismal Rugby Championship. Don't miss the Strike issue of the week and viewer comments. Thanks to STRIKE for sponsoring our show. The leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Relations between the Wallabies and All Blacks reach a new low in the wake of New Zealand's record breaking Test run. We add veteran commentator Tony Johnson to the panel and go through the controversial details of Bledisloe 3.
Can the Wallabies beat the All Blacks in Bledisloe 3? Will it be the game of their lives or the game of the century if they pull off an upset? Plenty to discuss including your comments and questions.
Wallaby great Mark Ella joins the panel to pull apart The Rugby Championship. We put your questions to the legendary flyhalf who makes some bold calls about the Australian backline especially Israel Folau. Do what you do best is a strong theme from this episode - don't even try to play like the All Blacks without the skill or preparation to back it up. Do you agree? Watch and get back to us with your thoughts. Thanks to STRIKE for sponsoring our show. The leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG
Should Australia be happy after losing to South Africa and should the Springboks be happy beating the Wallabies? The All Blacks keep winning and there's a lot to like about their midfield. Strike issue of the week and viewer comments and that show title
What is going on SANZAAR? The panel gets stuck into the Super Rugby competition structure and looks ahead to the Rugby Championship tests this weekend. Plus viewer comments, will it be yours?
New Zealand wins the Rugby Championship but how good are the All Blacks?
Argentina puts NZ under pressure but still cops a thrashing, Australia wins at last and we give our new viewers a shout-out.
Former Wallaby and Rugby commentator Brett Papworth talks to RuggaMatrix in the wake of another Bledisloe Cup win to New Zealand and his explosive article about the state of play in Australia.
The All Blacks were brilliant the Wallabies woeful. Bledisloe one wrap.
Fireside chat between the hosts before Bledisloe 1.
No one is safe as the world's most quoted Rugby podcast returns with fury.
Super Rugby is underway for 2016 and Eddie Jones is at it again.
We're back from for 2016 and we're recording LIVE. Check out our social streams and website for details on how ask questions or make comments while we record the show.