The Champagne Rugby Pod

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, the fellas go over the two Semi-Finals including the Chiefs Mana cementing their place in the Final with a win against the favourites the Hurricanes (2:16), then look forward to the Final this weekend between the Chiefs Mana & Blues at a sold-out Eden Park before an interview with special guest Brendon Leonard (23.55)! Plus, the 'TAB Hunch'. Brought to you by MAXRaft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod!In this episode, the fellas reveal the plans for the All Blacks this year as Razor has five selectors to make sure they get the job done (0:00), then review the one-sided Quarter Finals (14:35) before finally previewing the Semis ahead along with a massive hunch for the TAB (34:14)...Brought to you by MAXRaft!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, the guys review the final round of Super Rugby, discuss the impending issue of the team count in the competition and why a new format is desperately needed... Plus, their 'Hunch Of The Week' thanks to the TAB!Brought to you by MAXRaft!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACC Head G Lane joins James McOnie for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod. In this episode, Auckland Council may have selected its two preferred stadium options and ones on top of a train station (0:00), the fellas wrap the Weekend That Was including an apology for their passionate words during a commentary (14:53) then look ahead to the weekend as Super Rugby braces itself for the Quarter-Finals (27:26) Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'. Brought to you by MAXRaft!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACC Head G Lane joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, the guys let their true feelings come out about Beauden possibly returning to the Blues this season (0:00) before asking the tough question, should 'Run It Straight' be allowed back in schools? Then the fellas wrap the weekend (17:31) before previewing the upcoming weekend with two blockbuster games ahead (30:46)! Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'. Brought to you by MAXRaft!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! On this week's episode, the fellas farewell All Blacks Captain Sam Cane (11:50) then review the big games of the round as the Landers finally get one over the Crusaders (25:17) and finish up by contemplating if more afternoon games are needed to save the game (37:01)... Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'. Brought to you by MAXraft! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins ACC Head G Lane for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this week's episode, the guys attack the big issues asking why there are so many blowouts (0:00), wrap up the weekend that was as the Crusaders go down again (7:14) and round it off with some advice for David Havili (28:01)... Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'. Brought to you by MAXRaft!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this week's episode, the fellas discuss all the hype around the new vintage jerseys in Super Rugby (0:00), how incredible the Blues & Reds game was featuring a Caleb Clarkedashion winning play (18:01) and a wrap of all the other games of the weekend. Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'. Brought to you by MAXRaft!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Lyall joins James McOnie for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this week's episode, the fellas discuss if this is complete rock bottom for the Crusaders and their fans (0:00), what the Hurricanes should do to avoid any more injuries ahead of the playoffs (14:35) and why don't we see any more All Blacks in headgear? (17:15)Then, Tony goes deep into how to fix the Highlanders...  (23:20) Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.Brought to you by MAXRaft!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACC Head G Lane joins James McOnie for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this week's episode, the fellas give an insight into what Jordie Barrett can expect after signing for Leinster (0:00), TJ Perenara joins Julian Savea as the joint top scorer of Super Rugby (19:31) and the top issues of the week are addressed in 'The Front Row' (37:29). Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jame McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this week's episode, the fellas discuss the best rugby atmosphere they've experienced, how Caleb Clarke doesn't like his nickname bestowed upon him and wrap up the weekend that was! Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, “Captain Caveman” Sam Whitelock calls an end to his rugby career as he realises the South of France is more enjoyable, is Pa Bear Hansen an undercover singer and the ‘Tight Five' goes over all the big moments of the weekend! Plus, the ‘TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACC Head G Lane joins James McOnie for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, what it's like to play in a Speedway, the Drua beat the Waratahs in Overtime and all the tough questions of Super Rugby Pacific are answered in The Tight Five! Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, the Crusaders are now 0-4 but surely it can't get any worse, is it too early to name any AB bolters and what's with all the missed forward passes this Super Rugby season? Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, a wrap of the latest round of Super Rugby Pacific featuring another upset as the Crusaders were beaten by the mighty Fijian Drua, then all the big questions are answered in the 'Tight 5'. Plus, they look ahead to this weekend with a preview of the big games! Finally, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACC Head G Lane joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, a wrap of the Super Weekend with a surprising upset as the Crusaders were beaten by the Waratahs (0:00), then all the big questions of the round are answered in the 'Tight 5' (28:05). Plus, they look ahead to this weekend with a preview of the big games! Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, James McOnie joins Tony Lyall to review the opening round of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific on The Champagne Rugby Pod!From the terrible haircuts popping up all over the competition to commentator slip-ups thanks to Jeff Wilson...Also, a special interview with All Black, Crusader & Great NZer Braydon Ennor with an EXCLUSIVE scoop on his return to code!Plus, the 'TAB Game Day Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Champagne Rugby Pod is back for 2024!In this week's episode, James McOnie joins Tony Lyall to preview the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season as only the Champagne Rugby Pod can... From Jabba The Hutt with Cum Gutters, to Bruce Springsteen, to Jason Gunn and the aggressive feedback to the ACC's commentary debut on the NZR+ app... Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A final RWC 2023 update from James McOnie live from Paris/London including what he thinks comes next for the All Blacks and the world of rugby...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manaia Stewart joins Tony Lyall for the final episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod for 2023! In this episode, with the mass exodus ahead the fellas discuss who's left in the All Blacks, why don't we replace cards with bear spray and the Eddie Jones nightmare is finally over for Australia!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss any of the coverage of the All Blacks Semi-Final match of RWC 2023 against Argentina? Please enjoy the highlights/lowlights of the ACC's coverage... Don't forget we're covering EVERY All Blacks match of RWC 2023 LIVE & FREE on iHeartradio & Radio Hauraki. See the full schedule HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manaia Stewart joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod!In this episode, has Wanye Barnes finally righted his wrongs, did Richie Mo'unga rob Will Jordan of being the RWC Top Try Scorer and is Fozzie playing "Guess Who" with team selections?Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod.In this episode, who else nearly had a heart attack watching the All Blacks against Ireland, Fiji almost upset England, and a preview of the Semi-Finals this weekend!Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss any of the coverage of the All Blacks Quarter-Final match of RWC 2023 against Ireland? Please enjoy the highlights/lowlights of the ACC's coverage... Don't forget we're covering EVERY All Blacks match of RWC 2023 LIVE & FREE on iHeartradio & Radio Hauraki. See the full schedule HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss any of the coverage of the All Blacks fourth match of RWC 2023 against Uruguay? Please enjoy the highlights/lowlights of the ACC's coverage... Don't forget we're covering EVERY All Blacks match of RWC 2023 LIVE & FREE on iHeartradio & Radio Hauraki. See the full schedule HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, James McOnie live from Paris, a recap of the last weekend of pool Play including history is made as Portugal upset Fiji by 1 point which knocks out the Aussies!Plus, a preview of the Quarter Finals!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, does Ardie Savea get pedicures, Sam Whitelock becomes the most capped All Black of all time and a full recap/preview of the games this week!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss any of the coverage of the All Blacks third match of RWC 2023 against Italy? Please enjoy the highlights/lowlights of the ACC's coverage... Don't forget we're covering EVERY All Blacks match of RWC 2023 LIVE & FREE on iHeartradio & Radio Hauraki. See the full schedule HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, where in France is James McOnie this week? The guys debate if rugby should bring back kicking players to death and all the latest Rugby World Cup recaps and predictions!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss any of the coverage of the All Blacks second match of RWC 2023 against Namibia? Please enjoy the highlights/lowlights of the ACC's coverage... Don't forget we're covering EVERY All Blacks match of RWC 2023 LIVE & FREE on iHeartradio & Radio Hauraki. See the full schedule HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, the boys cross to France to hear what James McOnie is getting up to and debate if Eddie Jones finally reached the end of his tenure... Plus, an in-depth look into all the games from the second week of the Rugby World Cup! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod. In this episode, the guys put all the World Cup games thus far under the microscope, and share their thoughts on the future of the All Blacks in this tournament...  Plus, all the tournament Pool Play Predictions you need to know! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss any of the coverage of the All Blacks opening match of RWC 2023 against the French? Please enjoy the highlights/lowlights of the ACC's coverage... Don't forget we're covering EVERY All Blacks match of RWC 2023 LIVE & FREE on iHeartradio & Radio Hauraki. See the full schedule HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Lane & Manaia Stewart join James McOnie live from Paris for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod. In this episode, should we be worried as All Blacks fans about our chances, are the French counting their coqs too early, is world rugby "juicing their balls" and could the Blacks beat Fiji? Plus, a "Sweat Levels" report from James McOnie... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith & Tony Lyall join James McOnie live from Paris for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod. In this episode, why are the French press trying to "Le Coq Block" James McOnie, what's the vibe like in Gay Paree ahead of the World Cup opener and why is everyone scared of Dogroll? Plus, all the tournament pool play predictions you need to know! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod.In this episode, was the loss exactly what the All Blacks needed before the World Cup, should there be a Two-Tier system for Yellow Cards and the Tongan Thor explains what the Wallabies are hiding...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod!In this episode, has Steve Hasen gone undercover to help out good friend Fozzie, will the All Blacks throw this weekend's game against the Springboks and common sense prevails as Owen Farrell is finally given the ban he deserves...Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod. In this episode, Richie Mo'unga proves he is the All Blacks' First Five-Eighth, have we made a mistake leaving Hoskins Sotutu behind, and should you read into the other upsets this weekend on the international circuit?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Sam Smith and Tony Lyall for another episode of The Champagne Rugby Pod.In this episode, should the new strips be replaced by gimp suits, how big are Richie Mounga's legs right now, and the almost upset of the Springboks by Los Pumas...Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Sam Smith & Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, should we get rid of the 20-meter divide during the Haka, has Dick Frizell sealed the Number 6 jersey and which gutter company should sponsor Dogroll?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, why does Micheal Chieka resemble an old High School Teacher, did Sam Cane do the right thing kicking a child and finally preview the ABs game this weekend against the Springboks... Plus, 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Sam Smith and Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, did Sam Cane miss the after-match speech on purpose, when should players be drug tested, and a wrap on the Super Rugby Final! Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, the guys review the Semi-Finals, Fozzie stuns all with two surprise selections for the All Blacks, and a hail merry punt is placed on Tamaiti Williams thanks to the TAB...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, nervy times for Chiefs fans last weekend but the Mana got the team home and why was there a bottom obstructing the late disallowed Hurricanes Try? Plus, a preview of the Semi Finals this weekend and the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie & Sam Smith join Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, we find out who managed to find John Afoa a pair of size 13.5 boots when Rebel Sport couldn't, how many shots did the cameramen need of Aaron Smith on his last game in Dunedin and have we found the best possible sponsor for the All Blacks thanks to Mark Telea? Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie & Sam Smith join Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, the Crusaders' recruitment method is revealed, the race for the face of gout is in its final stages and Brad Weber's getting ahead of the Paris move by learning French. Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of The Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, the Mana was really taken out of the Chief as they fall to the Reds, is it ok to say the "J" word anymore and is Fainga'anuku's try a contender for Try of the season? Plus the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, Tony confesses that Will Jordan makes him rock hard, a contender for Try of the Year and Moana Pasifika robbed at the death! Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt' for the week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of The Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, Dan Carter used to be good-looking, Moana Pasifika with almost the greatest comeback this season and a wrap of all the games from the latest round of Super Rugby Pacific. Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod! In this episode, Tony Lyall expresses his hatred of the Red Card and how it's ruining the game, the fellas give their thoughts on how the Wallabies will be looking by the end of the year and surprisingly they might be better than their Super Rugby teams performances... Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Smith joins Tony Lyall for another episode of the Champagne Rugby Pod. In this episode, should Damian McKenzie be the All Blacks Number 10, Should recipients of Red Cards be forced to wear the mascot uniform as punishment and Sam Smith comes on a little hot and heavy after hearing Richie Mo'unga's name... Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.