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This week o we're re-releasing one of our favourite episodes with Sir Wayne Smith.Smithy is one of the most respected and accomplished figures in New Zealand Rugby history – an absolute legend of the game.He was a 17-cap All Black who went on to win three World Cups - two as All Blacks assistant coach, and one with the Black Ferns.He's also been the All Blacks coach, won four Super Rugby titles as a coach, two with the Crusaders and two with the Chiefs.In this episode we talk about the differences between coaching men and women, what rule changes he'd like to see in the game, why he was sacked as All Blacks coach and the hardest moments of his career in 2007, his fairy tale ride with the Black Ferns, where his resilience comes from and much, much more.There's a reason Wayne is considered one of world rugby's greatest thinkers, and this was a fascinating insight into how his brain works. It was a real honour getting to share so much of his time, and it's easy to see why his players are all so connected to him as a person and a coach.This episode was recorded in October 2023.This episode is brought to you by TAB, download the new app today and get your bet on!Between Two Beers is now part of the Acast Creator Network, listen wherever you get your podcasts from, or watch the video on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The battle for Auckland's Western Springs Stadium - the home of the Ponsonby Rugby Club - is heating up with two former All Blacks on either side of the debate. Mihi speaks to Sir Bryan and Ashley Stanley, daughter of former all Black Joe Stanley - she's a parent at the Ponsonby Rugby Club.

WASHINGTON DC - As the regular season winds down, the race for the Major League Rugby playoffs couldn't be tighter in the Eastern & Western conferences. Old Glory DC now find themselves in 2nd place, after another wild "Storm Week" scheduling of matches. In the thick of it all is MLR Weekly's featured guest, Connor Buckley. The Old Glory scrumhalf talks about his unique New York-only pathway to the MLR, pressures of competing for playing time, the team's ups & downs, and the influence of players like All Blacks #9 Andy Ellis and Mike Petri, the 3X Rugby World Cup scrumhalf. He also sheds light on the John Powers conspiracy and Washington, DC pizza. INCLUDED: -John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning -Exclusive Highlights -TRN Play of the Week -Picks of the Week by The Rugby Odds -Analysis & Predictions Total show run time: 24 minutes. And don't miss another excellent installment of The Rugby Odds: https://rugbywrapup.com/category/the-rugby-odds/ Please share and join our weekly newsletter: http://rugbywrapup.com/weekly-updates/ Find All Here: -Web: www.RugbyWrapUp.com -X/Twitter: @RugbyWrapUp @TheRugbyOdds, @MLR Weekly @Matt_McCarthy00, @CollegeRWU, @JonnyLewisFilms -Face Book: Rugby Wrap Up -Instagram: RugbyWrapUp -YouTube: Rugby Wrap Up -Reddit: RugbyWrapUp -TikTok: RugbyWrapUp -Podcast Platforms: RugbyWrapUp -TRN Play of the Week -Picks of the Week by The Rugby Odds -Analysis & Predictions #USARugby #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyWrapUp #OldGlory #RugbyATL #MLR2020 #SixNations #WorldRugby #SuperRugby #Top14 #PremiershipRugby #Pro14 #URC #UnitedRugbyChampionship #RugbyOdds #RugbyBetting #rfcla

All Blacks utility back David Havili has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby and the Crusaders until after the 2027 World Cup.

All Blacks utility back David Havili has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby and the Crusaders until after the 2027 World Cup.

En finale de Champions Cup samedi (15h45), Bordeaux-Bègles sera face à Northampton, équipe qui a fait tomber le Leinster en demies. A la ramasse en Premiership, les Anglais, notamment portés par Henry Pollock, Tommy Freeman et Fin Smith, réalisent une campagne européenne particulièrement emballante. Qu'est ce qui caractérise cette équipe ? Quelles sont leurs forces ? De quoi l'UBB doit-elle avoir peur ? Réponses dans « Crunch ». Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Guillaume Dufy et Antoine Bourlon. Enregistrement : Baptiste Binet.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Matilda has never had this ICONIC kiwi dish, and Matty's never been to The All Blacks! Sleuth Booth: Producer Sara found a random key in her bag, and we try it out around the building to see what it might open! Are You A Physio? Or can you convince us you are? The worst major work screw ups Will Swinton, kiwi singer joins us ahead of opening for Myles Smith tonight! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Devenu team manager du RCT depuis sa retraite en 2023, Mathieu Bastareaud se confie sur son nouveau quotidien. Il raconte sa relation avec Pierre Mignoni, avec qui il est lié depuis dix ans, et son rôle auprès de l'effectif actuel. Il revient aussi sur sa non-sélection pour la Coupe du monde 2019, son départ à New York et sur le retour de son ami Ma'a Nonu dans le Var. Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Maxime Raulin.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

If you are at all interested in understanding what's going wrong at rugby headquarters in Wellington, can I recommend that you read Gregor Paul's piece in the Herald today? It's an excellent summation. The question that we had yesterday when we were looking at the financials was how on Earth is it that New Zealand Rugby pulls in more money than it ever has in a financial year and still manages to not make a profit? How do you do that? The answer is it seems going by Gregor's piece, it's just wasteful spending and spending in the wrong places. For example, New Zealand rugby spent more than seven and a half million dollars last year on paying board members and executives. That is more than the seven million it spent on Heartland rugby teams last year and it is more than five and a half million it spent on its five Super Rugby clubs. No organisation should spend more on the people running the thing then on the thing itself, that's nuts. New Zealand Rugby flew two board members, Dame Patsy Reddy and Bailey Mackey, to the UK last year when they were leaving the organisation the following month. What's the point of that? If you know that people are leaving, stop flying them places. They're now redundant, aren't they? When the All Blacks played in Tokyo, they took players and coaches and management. Fair enough. But then they also took administrative staff and executive staff. That was 75 people for a rugby game. Honestly, that's way too much. Do you know how much they were paying at the hotel they were staying at? $900 a night. That is an organisation spending like it's in the gold mining game, not like it's an organisation making more annual losses than profits in recent memory. Gregor Paul suggests some people are going to lose their jobs and I think that's probably fair. To be fair to NZR, we all understand what's going on here and not all of it is their fault. The biggest problem they've got is that rugby is boring. That's because the rules suck and NZR has only got so much control over the rules. It's really a World Rugby problem. But for NZR, it has been obvious for ages that the problems that they face with participation and viewership, attendance, and money are not going to get solved anytime soon. Now, if you know things are tough and they're not improving, do you not put the credit card away? Do you not cut the spending? You and I might, but not NZR, apparently, and that's their fault.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bordeaux-Bègles s'est qualifié pour la première finale européenne de son histoire en battant Toulouse (35-18), au terme d'un grand match. Comment ont-ils fait tomber les champions en titre et peuvent-ils enfin remporter leur premier trophée, le 24 mai, contre Northampton ? Analyse dans Crunch. Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Aurélien Bouisset, Yann Sternis et Alex Bardot. Enregistrement : Baptiste Binet.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Tory Whanau: 9/10 She scored it herself and why wouldn't you, shouldn't you, when you are as brilliant as her? God, she deserves a holiday. Donald Trump: 7/10 For the sheer madness, calamity and unbelievable amount of bullshit he has spouted in 100 days. You will never see the likes again, unless of course he runs for a third and fourth term. Auckland FC: 8/10 You can't argue with that execution of success. Have a dream, get a team and win the competition. That's brilliant! Canada: 7/10 Election of the year so far and will almost certainly beat tomorrow's in Australia, unless Dutton does a Morrison. And I'm not running odds on that. Toyota: 7/10 The All Blacks deal is a nice fit. How good will Tamaiti Williams look in a Yaris? James Meager: 3/10 For saying random stuff like he's looking into helping Air New Zealand into the regions and getting fares down. He's also looking to get butter under $4 a block. LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another big win for New Zealand Rugby in the wake of the messy end to a major sponsorship agreement. Vehicle manufacturer Toyota has reportedly signed a multi-million dollar agreement to put its name on the All Blacks training kit – partly replacing INEOS. The agreement is also believed to include the provision of vehicles for players and management who don't have existing contracts with previous vehicle partner, Ford. Former NZ Rugby CEO David Moffett told Mike Hosking it's good news. He says it's very similar to the Ford deal that they had back in 1995. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks captain, born and bred on a Taranaki dairy farm, is also the Kaiwaka Clothing brand ambassador. Today we talk farming, footy and whether he plans to milk cows when he retires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Les Bordelais feront face dimanche au Stade Toulousain en demi-finales de Champions Cup (16h), équipe qu'ils n'ont encore jamais battue en match couperet. Leur faux pas contre La Rochelle (10-21) peut-il perturber les plans de l'UBB ? Sont-ils mieux armés que l'an dernier pour faire tomber les Toulousains ? Analyse dans Crunch. Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Aurélien Bouisset et Jean-François Paturaud. Enregistrement : Baptiste Binet.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Steve and Seamus reflect on the highs and lows of their Reflections PR day with Paddy Gower and Jessie Mulligan, Steve has an embarrassing run in with All Blacks coach Razor Robertson, and the boys discuss their experiences with Tall Poppy Syndrome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Les Bleues ont remporté leurs quatre premiers matches du Tournoi des 6 nations, même si tout n'a pas été simple. Samedi (17h45), comme tous les ans, elles joueront pour le Grand Chelem la « finale » contre l'Angleterre, une équipe qu'elles n'ont plus battu depuis 2018. Les Tricolores peuvent-elles enfin renverser les Anglaises ou faut-il s'inquiéter de leurs dernières prestations ? Réponses dans Crunch. Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Justine Saint-Sevin et Patrick Sowden. Enregistrement : Baptiste Binet.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

All Blacks midfielder Jordie Barrett has revealed his partner in crime Rieko Ioane reached out for some advice before signing a sabbatical deal with Irish club Leinster for 2026. Despite receiving interest from Japan, Ioane made the bombshell move by following in Barrett's footsteps with a move to Dublin to play in the United Rugby Championship (URC), which features teams from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Italy and South Africa. Ioane will make the move at the end of the year for a six-month stint between December and June, which rules him out for the Super Rugby Pacific season with the Blues but he remains eligible for the All Blacks. Ioane's announcement was met with a mainly positive response, although some Leinster faithful were clearly still bitter after his feud with the club's favourite son and all-time leading points scorer, Johnny Sexton, which started after the All Blacks knocked Ireland out of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. After plenty of backchat on the field, Ioane told Sexton to enjoy retirement and to not miss his flight home after New Zealand's quarter-final win. With Sexton relitigating that personal clash in his book, Ioane was widely painted as public enemy No 1 in the build-up to the All Blacks and Ireland rematch in Dublin last November. Ioane led the haka before the match and played a key role on the field as the All Blacks went on to snap Ireland's 19-game unbeaten run at home. Ioane posted a picture to social media with the caption “put that in the book” to double down on his villain status in Ireland. Speaking to Newstalk ZB's Jason Pine, Barrett said he believed Ioane can stamp his mark in Ireland. “He sounded me out about 10 days ago and just asked a few questions,” he said. “He didn't say a whole lot, so I didn't get a good inkling of where his head or heart was, but look, I woke up on my day off and the news had dropped on my phone. “It gave me 24 hours, without having a barrage of questions at training the morning I went in there, so I got all of them yesterday. “He'll go great. It's a great place to develop and he'll see a lot of improvements up here as a player, and get out of his comfort zone in Auckland and the Blues and [it's] a chance to grow. “I think it's a great challenge for him.” Leinster's Tommy O'Brien and Jordie Barrett celebrate following the Investec Champions Cup quarter-final match at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin in Ireland. (Photo by Damien Eagers/PA Images via Getty Images) Barrett admits it's been an adjustment for him, but he's loving life in Ireland, especially on the golf course. When Barrett announced his move to Ireland, it came as a shock as most players tend to take their sabbatical in Japan, like his brother Beauden did last year. In fact, he was the first All Black since 2009 to choose Europe over Japan, when Dan Carter signed with Perpignan. While there were concerns around his workload due to the demands of European rugby, Barrett said he had an extended break while the Six Nations took place in February and March. During that time, a limited of matches were played and when they were, youngsters were given opportunities to prove themselves. That rest has helped Barrett stay focused to help Leinster charge towards winning titles. In the URC, they have only lost once this season – by one point to the Bulls in Pretoria – and hold an eight-point lead over the defending champions Glasgow Warriors with four games remaining in the regular season. They face the Warriors in the final match of the season but will be confident after crushing them 52-0 in the European Championship quarter-finals last weekend. Barrett, who has played nine games thus far between second five and fullback, admits there have been some easier games, but plenty of tough battles. Overall, Barrett believes he's become a better rugby player for the experience. “I reserve that judgment for people watching on the telly, but I feel like I'm growing my game,” said Barrett. “It was a challenge to come up here, become familiar with another system and different coaches and players in a different culture and environment. “I feel like my rugby's improving, which is nice, and, it's neverending, like any footy player just wants to improve, and I feel like I'm making slight improvements. “Hopefully we give ourselves another chance and earn the right to make a European final in a few weeks' time and then push deep into the URC competition.” Should Leinster go all the way in both completions, the European Rugby Champions Cup final takes place on May 25, with the URC final on June 15. That would give Barrett enough time to return to New Zealand for the All Blacks' test series against France, starting on July 5 in Dunedin. Barrett says he has been in touch with All Blacks coach Scott Robertson and is eager to square off against the French. “Razor has sent the odd text, which is nice, and it shows he's keeping an eye on things, and so have the other coaches. Just touching base and making sure things are tracking well and that I'm healthy and playing good footy. “I feel like I'll be ready to go and hopefully take some form into an All Blacks jersey, which is the main reason why I wanted to come up here in the first place.” Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Alan Quinlan gave us his immediate reaction to a massive morning in Irish rugby with another All Blacks superstar to join Leinster, and Connacht's head coach exiting stage left. OTB's GAA correspondent Tommy Rooney began our preview of the weekend's action. Denis Walsh talks hurling. And we're joined in studio by Irish MMA star Paul Hughes. But this morning's Bite starts with Quinny, as he reacts to a huge morning in Irish rugby, and then Tommy introduces us to our nearest, youngest GAA pundit.Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

This is Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Alan Quinlan gave us his immediate reaction to a massive morning in Irish rugby with another All Blacks superstar to join Leinster, and Connacht's head coach exiting stage left. OTB's GAA correspondent Tommy Rooney began our preview of the weekend's action. Denis Walsh talks hurling. And we're joined in studio by Irish MMA star Paul Hughes. But this morning's Bite starts with Quinny, as he reacts to a huge morning in Irish rugby, and then Tommy introduces us to our nearest, youngest GAA pundit.Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists David Downs & Paula Penfold. The trio discuss Mark Tele'a choosing to play in Japan over the All Blacks. Plus how to tell if your chopping board is a health hazard.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details of an increase to the provinces of their contributions towards central contracts. There's mixed injury news from Ulster ahead of their interpro with Leinster. We hear from a frustrated Ian Costello ahead of Munster's date with the Vodacom Bulls at Thomond Park. Cullie Tucker joins us from the Western Cape where Connacht are preparing for the DHL Stormers. And an All Blacks mainstay is cutting short his international career for the riches of Japan.

New Zealand Rugby remain happy with their player retention rates, despite All Blacks wing Mark Tele'a's decision to head to Japan after this season. The 28-year-old started four of five tests on the 2024 end-of-year tour. He's understood to have penned a three-season deal with Toyota Verblitz under former All Blacks coaches Sir Steve Hansen and Ian Foster. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

En battant Toulon sur le fil dimanche (21-18), les Toulousains se sont qualifiés pour leur 7e demi-finales de suite en Coupe des champions, où ils affronteront Bordeaux-Bègles, le 4 mai, avant une éventuelle finale contre le Leinster ou Northampton. Peuvent-ils trembler pour la suite de la compétition ? Réponses dans Crunch. Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Renaud Bourel et Laurent Campistron.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Rory McIlroy gets his induction into the elite of golf after winning the Masters at Augusta. The Blues win Super Rugby Aupiki and in the men's competition, a Hurricanes and Crusaders clash has highlighted the battle for the fullback position for the All Blacks. And in football, can Auckland FC get a piece of silverware in what has been a hugely successful debut season in the A-League?

Former All Blacks first-five Richie Mo'unga has been invited by former All Blacks coach Ian Foster to play for the ANZAC team against the British and Irish Lions in Australia.

Former All Blacks first-five Richie Mo'unga has been invited by former All Blacks coach Ian Foster to play for the ANZAC team against the British and Irish Lions in Australia later this year.

Rugby is mourning the passing of former All Blacks doctor John Mayhew. Mayhew has passed away after heart complications, at the age of 70. He served as the All Blacks doctor between 1988 and 2004 before moving to the Warriors for 15 years. Former All Black Captain Sean Fitzpatrick told Mike Hosking Mayhew was very much part of the team, both on and off the field. He says he was a lovely man, a confidant, very calm, and managed to bring humour to very tense situations. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man who treated countless numbers of All Blacks and Warriors players over more than a 30 year period has died. Dr John Mayhew has died at the age of 70, after recent heart complications. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks his legacy. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Crunch, le podcast rugby de L'Équipe 80 essais, 560 points, tartinade de rugby sur son lit de clubs français en coupe des champions ce week-end. Ils seront 4 en quarts de finale, avec un alléchant entre le RC Toulon et le Stade Toulousain prévu dimanche. Retour sur les huitièmes de finale, avec la faillite dans les grandes largeurs des clubs anglais ou encore le succès à domicile de Castres.  Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Red Roses Head Coach John Mitchell joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in the For The Love Of Rugby studio for a fascinating deep dive into his intrepid coaching career. One of rugby's most interesting characters, John shares stories of facing the British & Irish Lions as a player, managing the All Blacks at the 2003 World Cup, coaching Ben and Dan in 2019 for England, and his plans for the Red Roses as they bid to win the 2025 World Cup on home soil. ✍️ Subscribe to Coley's newsletter: https://loveofrugby.substack.com/subscribe

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has team news from all four provinces - and their opponents - ahead of a busy weekend of Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup action. We hear from Dan Sheehan and Alan Quinlan on Leinster's last-16 encounter with Alan Quinlan at Croke Park, a game you can hear live and exclusive on Off The Ball on Saturday. Ronan O'Gara speaks exclusively to us as his out-of-form La Rochelle side prepare to host Munster. Rob Herring will win his 250th Ulster cap in Sunday's tricky test away to Bordeaux. And Shayne Bolton is back for Connacht's Challenge Cup tie with Cardiff. Plus, the latest on Rugby Australia's search for a new Wallabies head coach, and one of the game's best young talents closes the door on the All Blacks.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has team news from all four provinces - and their opponents - ahead of a busy weekend of Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup action. We hear from Dan Sheehan and Alan Quinlan on Leinster's last-16 encounter with Alan Quinlan at Croke Park, a game you can hear live and exclusive on Off The Ball on Saturday. Ronan O'Gara speaks exclusively to us as his out-of-form La Rochelle side prepare to host Munster. Rob Herring will win his 250th Ulster cap in Sunday's tricky test away to Bordeaux. And Shayne Bolton is back for Connacht's Challenge Cup tie with Cardiff. Plus, the latest on Rugby Australia's search for a new Wallabies head coach, and one of the game's best young talents closes the door on the All Blacks.

Player welfare, and what that entails in the incredibly broad landscape that is now professional rugby, was the key topic when former Hurricanes and All Blacks great turned players advocate Conrad Smith joined Brett McKay & Harry Jones on The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast this week. Now the Head of Rugby Operations for International Rugby Players, the global players association, Conrad goes into great detail about the sheer volume and breadth of discussions with World Rugby, national Unions, professional competitions, and individual player associations, as they educate players to help them during and after their rugby careers. Plus: the knockout stage of the Champions Cup is here, and there's top of the log blockbusters in Super Rugby Pacific and Major League Rugby. Games of the Week: • Champions Cup Round of 16: Glasgow v Leicester, the Scotstoun • SRP Rd.8: Chiefs v Reds, Hamilton • League One Week 16: Kobelco Kobe Steelers v Toshiba Brave Lupus, Kobe SUN • MLR Rd.8: San Diego Legion v Chicago Hounds, San Diego #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #SuperRugbyPacific #ChampionsCup #JapanRugbyLeagueOne #MajorLeagueRugby #playerwelfare #ConradSmith #InternationalRugbyPlayers Find us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@8-9Combo?sub_confirmation=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BcKhb24YOtwQhKc0S3sDm Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-8-9-combo-rugby-podcast/id1729575866 Social media: #89Combo Twitter: https://twitter.com/89combo BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/89combo.bsky.social Find Brett and Harry on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport + @HaribaldiJones Music: "Stalling" by Topher Mohr & Alex Elena (via YouTube Creator Studio) Voiceovers by Chookman + Sean Maloney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Petro-chemical conglomerate Ineos have dug deep into their pockets to resolve financial differences with New Zealand Rugby over kit sponsorship. A settlement has been reached after NZR lodged an injunction at the High Court in Wellington – the figure reportedly in excess of $21 million. Ineos get to terminate the deal after three years, and NZR can now attempt to secure a new sponsor. Halo Sport Managing Director Simon Porter told Mike Hosking NZR now has some prized assets to sell, and have some time to ensure they get a good deal. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 2nd of April, New Zealand has abandoned its bid to host the America's Cup after the Government denied funding. NZ Rugby have sorted out their advertising stoush with Ineos, and we seem to have done alright out of it. So where to next for the All Blacks brand and company? Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell have a spirited discussion about the Greens, the Māori Party and the ferry deal on Politics Wednesday. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crunch, le podcast rugby de L'Équipe Sans le moindre succès depuis le 5 janvier, La Rochelle peine à retrouver son rugby, alors que la crise ne semble toujours pas poindre le bout de son nez. Ronan O'Gara voit le retour de sa troisième ligne internationale (Alldritt, Jégou, Boudéhent) d'un bon oeil, d'autant plus que la Coupe des Champions, qui réussit si bien aux Maritimes, revient ce week-end, avec la réception du Munster. Crunch est disponible sur toutes les plateformes de podcast et le site L'Équipe. Un podcast présenté par Bérengère Sérot, avec Maxime Raulin et Yann Sternis. Réalisation : Baptiste Binet.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Damian McKenzie is singling out the 2029 tour by the British and Irish Lions to New Zealand as a major reason behind his re-signing with NZR. The Chiefs and All Blacks playmaker is the first player to ink a deal that incorporates the next Lions tour. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 31 March 2025, Rail Minister Winston Peters speaks to Ryan Bridge about the two new ferries he's got Cabinet to sign off on. Auckland Pride's Bhen Goodsir speaks about the controversy surrounding Green MP's Benjamin Doyle, and their use of sexualised terms next to images of their child on social media. Finance Minister Nicola Willis tells Ryan she's not afraid to break up the supermarket duopoly if need be. Plus, All Black Damian McKenzie reflects on signing with the Chiefs until 2029 and why being in the All Blacks is more important than money. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex, Hask, and Tins sit down with Red Roses Head Coach John Mitchell to reflect on his diverse coaching career. At just 37, he became Head Coach of the All Blacks, facing intense media scrutiny after their exit from the 2003 Rugby World Cup. His journey then took him to coaching roles in Australia and South Africa, where a life-changing armed robbery shifted his perspective. Now in his third stint with England—having previously worked under Clive Woodward and Eddie Jones—is Mitchell the coach to deliver World Cup glory later this year? Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres. WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form

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.

Après une victoire en Irlande (27-15), les Françaises sont lancées dans le Tournoi des 6 Nations jusqu'à un col hors-catégorie en dernière semaine. L'Angleterre, avec ses 30 rencontres remportées de suite dans la compétition, semble insubmersible. Quels objectifs pour les Bleues dans ce Tournoi, à 6 mois de la Coupe du monde ? Tentatives de réponses dans «  Crunch ». Un podcast présenté par Bérengère Sérot, avec Justine Saint-Sevin et Patrick Sowden.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Tributes are flowing for one of the most well-known coaches in All Blacks history. Past president of the Canterbury Rugby Supporters' Club Dick Tayler spoke to Corin Dann.

Hosts Dallen Stanford & Robin MacDowell are joined by legends Shiray & Gillies Kaka for #RugbyHive Episode 36.Shiray Kaka is a Black Ferns 7s sensation representing New Zealand on the world stage since 2013, earning recognition for her incredible work rate and try-scoring ability. She has been a key player in the Black Ferns 7s success, winning a Gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Silver medal at the 2022 Rugby World Cup 7s in Cape Town and Bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Over the last decade New Zealand has won the Sevens World Series in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020 and 2023.Gillies Kaka played for the All Blacks 7s from 2013 to 2016, winning Sevens World Series titles in 2013 and 2014, and represented New Zealand at the 2016 Rio Olympics. He was known for his leadership, speed and vision on the field, helping New Zealand win Silver at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.After retiring, Gillies made the transition into coaching, bringing his experience and knowledge to the next generation of players. Together, Gillies and Shiray have built impressive careers in rugby, while balancing family life and supporting each other's growth on and off the field.In this episode, we dive into Gillies and Shiray's backgrounds, their journey in rugby, and their path to represent their country at the Olympic Games. We delve in Gillies' transition to a Cowboy, and from player to coach after turning down a ‘real' job, exploring his coaching ambitions and his experience representing MacDowell Rugby and Canada at the 2024 Global Youth Sevens. We hear from Shiray about her Gold medal highs and lows, plus how she found coaching the next generation of Canadian talent at the 2024 Global Youth Sevens.We also hear about life on the farm, and then a MASSIVE news drop while recording: Shiray is pregnant!! Wishing the Kaka family all the best during this exciting time!We hope you enjoy this episode which provides an inspiring look at two of rugby's most entertaining athletes, their journey together in the world of rugby, and the balance between family, farming, coaching and comedy in Rayze The Roof, which is open for sponsorship!The Rugby Hive Podcast is brought to you by Tsunami Sport, Gilbert Rugby Canada, RugbyCoffee, Bru'sBiltong, BiltongCanada, Flag X Rugby and MacDowellRugby. Pick up your sensational merchandise from our online store

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.

Le haka, célèbre danse rituelle exécutée par l'équipe de rugby de Nouvelle-Zélande avant chaque match, est bien plus qu'une simple démonstration de force ou un rituel sportif. Il trouve ses racines dans la culture maorie, le peuple autochtone de Nouvelle-Zélande, et possède une signification historique et spirituelle profonde.Un héritage guerrier maoriÀ l'origine, le haka était une danse traditionnelle des Maoris, utilisée dans divers contextes : pour célébrer un événement, accueillir des visiteurs, montrer la fierté d'une tribu ou encore intimider l'ennemi avant une bataille. Il existe plusieurs types de haka, dont certains sont pacifiques et d'autres martiaux, destinés à effrayer les adversaires et à exalter le courage des guerriers avant le combat.Le haka le plus célèbre dans le rugby, le Ka Mate, a été composé au début du XIXᵉ siècle par Te Rauparaha, chef de la tribu Ngāti Toa. Il l'aurait créé après avoir échappé de justesse à ses ennemis, symbolisant ainsi la survie et le triomphe sur la mort. Ce haka est aujourd'hui le plus connu et est celui principalement exécuté par les All Blacks avant leurs matchs.L'introduction du haka dans le rugbyL'histoire du haka dans le rugby néo-zélandais remonte à 1888, lorsque la première équipe de rugby de Nouvelle-Zélande, composée en partie de joueurs maoris, effectua une tournée au Royaume-Uni et en Australie. Ils utilisaient alors le haka comme un moyen de représenter leur culture et d'impressionner leurs adversaires.En 1905, l'équipe nationale néo-zélandaise, connue sous le nom de "Originals", effectua une tournée historique en Europe et intégra officiellement le haka avant chaque match. Ce rituel devint rapidement une tradition incontournable et un symbole du rugby néo-zélandais.Un symbole identitaire et fédérateurAvec le temps, le haka a dépassé sa simple fonction sportive pour devenir un symbole d'unité et de fierté nationale en Nouvelle-Zélande. Il ne représente pas seulement les joueurs d'origine maorie, mais l'ensemble du pays et son attachement à ses racines culturelles.Depuis 2005, les All Blacks utilisent aussi un autre haka, le Kapa o Pango, spécialement conçu pour eux. Plus agressif et personnalisé, il reflète leur identité unique en tant qu'équipe et leur engagement à dominer le rugby mondial.ConclusionLe haka, dans le rugby néo-zélandais, est un héritage vivant de la culture maorie. Il incarne l'esprit de combativité, le respect des traditions et l'unité nationale, faisant des All Blacks une équipe à part dans l'histoire du sport. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Vainqueurs de l'Ecosse, le XV de France a remporté le Tournoi des Six Nations, le deuxième de l'ère Galthié. Est-ce un tournant en vue de la Coupe du monde 2027 ? Les Bleus sont-ils plus forts que lors des trois années précédentes ? Que faut-il retenir et quels sont les axes de progression ? « Crunch » en débat cette semaine. Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Maxime Raulin, Renaud Bourel et Alex Bardot. Réalisation : Baptiste Binet.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Pour terminer le Tournoi des 6 Nations contre l'Ecosse (samedi, 21h), les Bleus vont devoir faire sans Antoine Dupont, comme pour les prochains mois. Quelles sont les conséquences de cette blessure ? Le staff des Bleus a-t-il raison de protester contre l'arbitrage ? La concurrence entre Maxime Lucu et Nolann Le Garrec est-elle relancée ? Réponses dans «Crunch». Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Frédéric Bernès, Renaud Bourel et Alex Bardot. Enregistrement : Baptiste Binet.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.