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Shaun and Thala review week 2 of the Rugby Championship. We start with the Springboks' bonus point victory over Australia. We discuss what we learned and saw from the second stringers, the impressive and error free performance of Aphelele Fassi, the workhorse performance from Ruan Nortje and why Jan-Hendrik Wessels reminds Thala of Pierre Spies. Shaun raves about the calmness of Lukhanyo Am, and whether Pieter-Steph du Toit might be the best blindside flank ever. Looking at the other Rugby Championship sides, we discuss what the Wallabies are trying to be good at and the value of Nic White and Marika Koroibete, why Argentina can't back up big wins and the ruthlessness of the All Blacks up front led by Tamaiti Williams and Ethan Blackadder.

Shaun and Thala preview Week 2 of the Rugby Championship by looking forward on Australia hosting South Africa and Argentina looking for their 2nd win in two weeks in New Zealand. We first look at the experience bought in by Joe Schmidt with the selections of Nic White and Marika Koroibete. We discuss how Angus Bell can change fortunes at the scrum and we look at how Australia could test Lukhanyo Am defending at 12. For the All Blacks we try to figure out what Scott Robertson is doing with these changes to the backline, Shaun talks about how they need better performances from their locks and flanks and Thala looks forward to more kicking from the All Blacks. We finally talk about some of the surprises in the Pumas selection, including Kremer at lock and the return of Montoya and what a Pumas victory could mean.

Francisco takes us through what to expect from Portugal and explains how this game is on free to air TV in Portugal. The team and fans are looking forward to facing the World Champions. Francisco breaks down the Springbok backs and explains what to expect with Lukhanyo Am and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu

In a bumper To the Last Drop, Liam and Brenden catch up with Munster coach Graham Rowntree, Junior Bok JF van Heerden and Ospreys coach Toby Booth. Sharks backliners Lukhanyo Am and Werner Kok add their voices as does Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt. Our hosts also share their thoughts on the latest round of URC matches as well as the upcoming semifinals of the Champions Cup and the Challenge Cup.

In a bumper To the Last Drop, Liam and Brenden catch up with Munster coach Graham Rowntree, Junior Bok JF van Heerden and Ospreys coach Toby Booth. Sharks backliners Lukhanyo Am and Werner Kok add their voices as does Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt. Our hosts also share their thoughts on the latest round of URC matches as well as the upcoming semifinals of the Champions Cup and the Challenge Cup.

In a bumper To the Last Drop, Liam and Brenden catch up with Munster coach Graham Rowntree, Junior Bok JF van Heerden and Ospreys coach Toby Booth. Sharks backliners Lukhanyo Am and Werner Kok add their voices as does Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt. Our hosts also share their thoughts on the latest round of URC matches as well as the upcoming semifinals of the Champions Cup and the Challenge Cup.

Die Haaie het verskeie veranderings gemaak vir hul VRK-kragmeting in Skotland teen die Glasgow Warriors. Die kaptein, Lukhanyo Am, die vleuel, Makazole Mapimpi, die skrumskakel, Jaden Hendrikse, die stut Ox Nche, die haker, Bongi Mbonambi, en die slot Eben Etzebeth, kry almal ruskans. Die afrigter, John Plumtree, het die behoefte in ag geneem om 'n vars span te hê wat oor net meer as twee weke in die Uitdaagbeker-halfeindstryd speel:

This Saturday (13th April 2024) the Hollywoodbets Sharks host the EPCR quarterfinal at Hollywoodbets Kings Park against Edinburgh. Lukhanyo Am and John Plumtree join us in studio for an exclusive scoop. Webpage

Yup, that's right! Professional rugby players Lukhanyo Am and Bongi Mbonambi were excited to see our very own sports lead, Sky Tshabalala. Sky shares: "The boys did me a solid. For a second everyone thought that I could've been a rugby player!" EXCLUSIVE: You won't believe who these two Springboks get excited to see!? · Webpage

Shaun and Thala are joined by the Roar Rugby Podcast's Harry Jones to look at the Springboks before their Rugby World Cup quarterfinal clash with France in our RugbyBits n Pieces episode. We first discuss some of the selection dilemmas that the Springbok coaches might still be pondering - does Libbok or Pollard start, what is the composition of the bench, Vermeulen or Wiese, is there a role for Lukhanyo Am in this group and might Cobus Reinach start. We then go into depth where the Boks could target the French. Harry ponders which Boks remind him of fruit, why the French may be aroused but not hard and his confidence why the Bok have enough for France on Sunday.

The full squad is here to react to one of the most shocking Springbok Rugby World Cup squad announcements in a while. We react to the panic we all experienced seeing Lukhanyo Am, Handré Pollard and Lood de Jager omitted from the squad. We talk about whether Manie Libbok and Jesse Kriel can step up in their place. Shaun discusses the risks of playing Deon Fourie as our 3rd choice hooker. Jared looks at whether Canan Moodie can deputize at 13. We then break down some of the crazy things happening in the squad announcements - from what do you do with 4 scrumhalves, to making 2m tall giants kneel to be capped, from the reaction to Makazole Mapimpi to the Rassie Erasmus conspiracy theories and John Smit arguing with our boy Kooks. We try to deliver some copium to Bok fans as we discuss reasons why we can still win the World Cup, but mix in some realism about how the task is now tougher.

There were shocks galore when the World Cup squad was announced on Tuesday. Without Handre Pollard, Lukhanyo Am and Lood de Jager, the Springboks will defend their World Cup crown with a few more questions than normal. Brenden and Liam dissect the announcement and the implications for the World Cup campaign while there is the juicy second half of the chat with SA Rugby’s Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus and esteemed author and broadcaster David O’Sullivan on their book - which is now the number one best seller in South Africa.

There were shocks galore when the World Cup squad was announced on Tuesday. Without Handre Pollard, Lukhanyo Am and Lood de Jager, the Springboks will defend their World Cup crown with a few more questions than normal. Brenden and Liam dissect the announcement and the implications for the World Cup campaign while there is the juicy second half of the chat with SA Rugby's Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus and esteemed author and broadcaster David O'Sullivan on their book - which is now the number one best seller in South Africa.

There were shocks galore when the World Cup squad was announced on Tuesday. Without Handre Pollard, Lukhanyo Am and Lood de Jager, the Springboks will defend their World Cup crown with a few more questions than normal. Brenden and Liam dissect the announcement and the implications for the World Cup campaign while there is the juicy second half of the chat with SA Rugby’s Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus and esteemed author and broadcaster David O’Sullivan on their book - which is now the number one best seller in South Africa.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp in Portugal where Roy Keane's been a visitor. Simon Easterby provides the latest update on Jack Conan's foot problem. We hear from Jacques Nienaber on how we may see Lukhanyo Am and Handre Pollard at the World Cup after all. It's all change for Wales ahead of their second date with England. And Zander goes to tackling school.

On today's episode, Martin Devlin covers off the naming of the Springboks Rugby World Cup squad. There are three major omissions, with Handrè Pollard, Lukhanyo Am and Lood de Jager all missing out due to injury. Siya Kolisi has been included as captain despite not having played a test so far in 2023. Longtime South African rugby reporter Andy Capostagno joins the show, and isn't confident the Boks can successfully defend their World Cup title in France. Plus, experienced rugby league commentator David Morrow, who works for The Continuous Call Team across the ditch, talks about the main contenders in the NRL as the finals draw near, and the doyen of New Zealand sports broadcasting Brendan Telfer discusses the Silver Ferns' poor Netball World Cup finish. All that and much more!

We take a deep dive into the test rugby from the weekend along with a look at the Springboks and their win in Argentina.   How Bongi Mbonambi did as captain, Manie Libbok and his desire and drive to always get better and fix his wrongs, Lukhanyo Am injury and Jesse Kriel continues to perform despite many being blind to it.  

Kooks, Shaun and Thala are joined by Angus (@AnalystGus on Twitter) to preview Saturday's Rugby Championship clash between New Zealand and South Africa. We discuss questions such as which selections surprised you the most, which players have the most to gain for their World Cup selection hopes with a good game, what the All Blacks have changed since their victory at Ellis Park last season, what things we are watching for from the Springboks and finally some predictions. Listen as we discuss Thomas du Toit as a swing prop, Lukhanyo Am's form, Aaron Smith's passing and the Jordie-Rieko midfield axis. Listen out for our hot takes involving the many Springbok kickers and the importance of the game for the All Blacks and some apologies Thala and Kooks need to make to people.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Friday's World Rugby U20 Championship final, with one change to the Irish starting XV. We hear from Jacques Nienaber and Lukhanyo Am ahead of a much-changed Springboks facing the All Blacks this weekend. A Boks legend has announced his retirement from the sport. And could the Ospreys be heading for London??

The Springboks have made 10 changes for Saturday's test against the All Blacks at Auckland's Mt Smart stadium. Fit-again lock Eben Etzebeth is captain as the Springboks tap into the resources of the advance party sent over. Fullback Willie le Roux, centre Lukhanyo Am, props Steven Kitshoff and Frans Malherbe and hooker Bongi Mbonambi retain their places. ZB sport news director Clay Wilson explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The world's only award (which we know of) for best footballer in the world across all footballing codes returns for the 2022 addition. The panel discuss the best footballers of the previous annum and announce who the selectors have chosen as Footballer of the Year for 2022. The nominees are: Lukhanyo Am, Sharks & South Africa (Rugby Union) Seb Bechara, Catalans Dragons & England (Wheelchair Rugby League) Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals (American Football) David Clifford, Fossa & Kerry (Gaelic Football) Max Duggan, TCU Horned Frogs (American Football) Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs (American Football) Kylian Mbappe, PSG & France (Association Football) Beth Mead, Arsenal & England (Association Football) Lionel Messi, PSG & Argentina (Association Football) Joel Selwood, Geelong Cats (Australian Rules Football) Ruby Tui, Canterbury, NZ Sevens & New Zealand (Rugby Union, Rugby Sevens) Leah Williamson, Arsenal & England (Association Football)

Lukhanyo Am, Antoine Dupont, Johnny Sexton & Josh van der Flier have all had incredible seasons, but World Rugby dropped the ball here

Host Carl Lewis is joined by Dave Wessels and Simnikiwe Xabanisa for another episode of the School of Hard Konock-Ons. The trio dissect Australia's big win against the Springboks in Adelaide over the weekend. They cover Nienanber's selection, tactics and plan for the World Cup. Argentina beat the All Blacks in empathetic fashion and Michael Cheika deserves his credit for masterminding the victory. They also preview this week's action of the Rugby Championship and make their predictions for the action between the Wallabies v Springboks and All Blacks v Argentina. South Africa rang the changes on Tuesday in their search for a desperately needed win against Australia, with eight new players named in the starting team, partly due to injuries. The Springboks head into the clash on Saturday in Sydney after back-to-back defeats, a 35-23 loss to the All Blacks at home before crashing 25-17 against the Wallabies in Adelaide. It left the world champions bottom of the four-team Rugby Championship with three games to play and in dire need of a victory to keep their hopes alive. "We selected a team we thought would be best for this match given that we have several players out with injuries and with an eye on how we want to play," said coach Jacques Nienaber, whose team have failed to win on Australian soil since 2013. "We let ourselves down in the last two games and we are determined to rectify that this week and change our fortunes in Australia. We'll prepare as well as possible this week to stay in the hunt for the title." Four of the changes are injury-enforced with Handre Pollard, Lukhanyo Am and Pieter-Steph du Toit all out with knee problems, while Elton Jantjies has hurt his hand. It means Damian Willemse will move from fullback to flyhalf, Jesse Kriel slots in at centre and Franco Mostert was included in the loose trio. Talented young back Canan Moodie will make his Springbok debut on the right wing in a positional switch with Warrick Gelant, who moves to the bench. The experienced Willie le Roux takes Willemse's place at fullback in his 77th Test, with the other backline change at scrumhalf, where Jaden Hendrikse replaces Faf de Klerk who was axed from the 23. Prop Steven Kitshoff and hooker Malcolm Marx earn starts in a new-look front row with Frans Malherbe while Jasper Wiese takes over at No.8 from veteran Duane Vermeulen, who is among the replacements. The changes forced a reshuffle of the front row on the bench, with Deon Fourie the replacement hooker, and Ox Nche and Trevor Nyakane providing cover at prop. Cobus Reinach is the replacement scrumhalf while the experienced Frans Steyn offers options at flyhalf and centre.

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Kooks, Shaun and Thala break down the second round of the Rugby Championship, focusing on the Springboks defeat to the All Blacks at Ellis Park. We debate whether the Bomb Squad and the 6-2 split has run its course, the backline reshuffle after Jesse Kriel's injury and the fantastic performance of Lukhanyo Am on the wing. Kooks also reveals the true reason the Springboks lost. On the All Blacks side, Shaun was forced to say nice things about Rieko Ioane at 13 and we discuss what New Zealand changed from last week to now. We also react to the Nienaber's 34-man squad for the Australian tour, the omission of Evan Roos, Deon Fourie entrusted as the 3rd choice hooker and whether there is space for both Frans Steyn and Andre Esterhuizen. Join as we also look forward to which team is in the driving seat to win the Rugby Championship and Kooks has another epic rant about the early morning Adelaide Springbok test and the first Bledisloe Cup game on a Thursday!

Haai! We are happy to be back and supplying you all with some hard-hitting journalism (jk). On this week's episode the duo chat about Miss SA, Zuma's parole, Kim Jung-un's ‘definitely not Covid' fever, Mexico's Queen of Narcos turned influencer and today is Chloë's turn to do player ratings. It's chaos, but it's KETS babayy! Enter our KETS X OKJA Giveaway here: https://www.instagram.com/p/ChU4oiBqy3Q/ #FokJa! Follow Okja: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olaokja/ https://www.instagram.com/okjacafe/ Website: https://okja.co.za/ If you love KETS please RATE us here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast... Find more KETS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidseatoast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kidseatoast?l... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jfvdNk... ‘Kids Eat Toast Sometimes' with Samuel Holmes and Chloë Melville is a South African comedy podcast that brings you a biweekly dose of dopamine and humour. Every Tuesday, Sam and Chloë bring you 'KETS' in which they put a comedic twist on current events, whilst keeping things playful. Sometimes they are joined by celebrity guests, friends and up-and-comers – laughs are guaranteed. #southafrica #comedypodcast #KETS

All Blacks coach Ian Foster has made what could be the final big call of his tenure, handing the No 10 jersey to Richie Mo'unga for the second test against South Africa at Ellis Park in Johannesburg this weekend. Foster is also gambling on two of his less-experienced props, Ethan de Groot and Tyrel Lomax, to match the Springboks' monstrous men. The All Blacks props have 20 test caps between them. It is the first test start of the year for Mo'unga, who guided the Crusaders to victory in Super Rugby Pacific, and has watched on ever since as the All Blacks have made faltering starts in all their matches this year. Incumbent first five-eighths Beauden Barrett, a two-time World Player of the Year, is relegated to the substitutes bench, from where he could enter the fray as a replacement for Mo'unga or in the outside backs. Other than the change at 10, the beleaguered coach largely played it safe in his backline selections, sticking with the same players who ran on to the field in last week's 26-10 humbling in the Rugby Championship opener in Mbombela. That result from a directionless performance was the fifth defeat in six starts for Foster's men. Jordie Barrett has overcome ankle injury concerns to hold on to the No 15 jersey, with another Springbok barrage of high balls likely. Caleb Clarke and Will Jordan start on the wings, while the coach persists with Rieko Ioane in the No 13 jersey. David Havili is at second five-eighths and Aaron Smith continues at halfback. Under-pressure captain Sam Cane has retained his place as openside flanker, and takes the field alongside No 8 Ardie Savea and Shannon Frizell, who has been called up to fill the No 6 jersey after Akira Ioane, who moves to the bench, had little impact last week. Locks Scott Barrett and Sam Whitelock return to duty, as does hooker Samisoni Taukei'aho — one of the few bright performers last week. Uncapped tighthead Fletcher Newell is set to make his All Blacks debut from the bench, with Angus Ta'avao missing out after struggling in the front row last week. Codie Taylor returns to the bench after being dropped in the first test, while George Bower, Tupou Vaa'i, Finlay Christie and Quinn Tupaea make up the rest of the substitutes. "Belief and confidence remain high in our group, which is working incredibly hard this week," said Foster. "Playing at Ellis Park is always a special occasion for any All Black team, and this weekend will be no different. "Adding to that, the Freedom Cup is on the line which makes this a challenge that everyone is looking forward to." Meanwhile, Duane Vermeulen is back for the Springboks at No 8 for his first test this year as South Africa made five changes to its starting lineup, the team announced earlier this week. Two of those changes were forced, with Jaden Hendrikse at halfback in place of Faf de Klerk, who was ruled out with concussion, while Jesse Kriel replaces Kurt-Lee Arendse, who was sent off, injured and subsequently suspended for four games after a dangerous tackle on Beauden Barrett in the first test. South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber also made two tactical switches in the front row by bringing in Ox Nché for Trevor Nyakane at loosehead prop and restoring Bongi Mbonambi as starting hooker in place of Malcolm Marx. Tighthead prop Frans Malherbe is set for his 50th test. The Springboks are seeking back-to-back wins over the All Blacks for the first time since 2009 and another defeat for New Zealand is expected to see Foster lose his job. The All Blacks have slipped to an all-time low of No 5 on the world rankings. All Blacks: Jordie Barrett, Will Jordan, Rieko Ioane, David Havili, Caleb Clarke, Richie Mo'unga, Aaron Smith, Ardie Savea, Sam Cane (captain), Shannon Frizell, Scott Barrett, Sam Whitelock, Tyrell Lomax, Samisoni Taukei'aho, Ethan de Groot. Reserves: Codie Taylor, George Bower, Fletcher Newell*, Tupou Vaa'i, Akira Ioane, Finlay Christie, Beauden Barrett, Quinn Tupaea. South Africa: Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel, Lukhanyo Am, Damian de Allende, Makazole Mapimpi, Handré Pollard, Jaden Hendrikse, Duane Vermeulen, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Siya Kolisi (captain), Lood de Jager, Eben Etzebeth, Frans Malherbe, Bongi Mbonambi, Ox Nché. Reserves: Malcolm Marx, Steven Kitshoff, Vincent Koch, Franco Mostert, Jasper Wiese, Kwagga Smith, Herschel Jantjies, Willie le Roux.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jared, Shaun and Thala look back on the first game week of the Rugby Championship and South Africa's 26-10 victory over New Zealand and Australia's bonus point 41-26 victory in Argentina. The team discusses whether this is the most impressive Springbok victory over New Zealand in the professional era, rave about Lukhanyo Am and marvel at how some second choice players like Jasper Wiese, Jaden Hendrikse and Damian Willemse have stepped up in their positions. We then look at what's wrong with the All Blac… sorry, we mean New Zealand (they will have to earn the All Blacks nickname again). And where do they go from here regardless of result at Ellis Park. We then look at the the big Brumbies influence for the Wallabies, the ill-discipline of Cheika's Argentina and discuss Marcelo Bosch's commentary, referee Mike Adamson's Spanish and Jared's Afrikaans. Our First Phase segment discussed what our favourite second international teams are.

Lukhanyo Am to boost the Sharks URC play-off ambitions.

Noel McNamara is the Attack & Backs coach for the Sharks in South Africa, and before that coached UCD in the All Ireland League, North Harbour in New Zealand's Mitre 10, the Ireland under 18s, Ireland 20s, Leinster 20s, their A side and was also their academy manager before leaving to join the Sharks. In the pod talks about his unorthodox route to where he is today and what has helped him get there. Noel has played a huge role in bringing through a lot of the latest crop of senior Irish internationals and we talk a lot about player development, and what you can do to get to the next level.We also chat about;Why he left Leinster & the IRFU to join the Sharks. Challenges he's faced while starting with the Sharks.Coaching Siya Kolisi, Lukhanyo Am & Makazole Mapimpi.The difference between coaching in Ireland & South Africa.How he has changed as a coach since he started out coaching schoolboy rugby in Clongowes.How his unorthodox route as a coach has been an asset.His relationship with failure.What he learned coaching provincial rugby in New Zealand.How Gareth Southgate used a used advisors with David Brailsford, Stuart Lancaster & Sue Barker when leading England to the final of Euro 2020.Visiting Willie Mullins horse yard and what he learned there around high performance, seeing the gold cup winning horses.The advantages of being a late developer.The importance of being curious. Coaching with Paul O'Connell, Tana Umaga, JP Pietersen & Leo Cullen.What he believes makes a good coach.What he thinks Alex Ferguson, Jim Gavin & Brian Cody have in common, and what admires about them.What Tadhg Furlong and Andrew Porter told him helped their development as young players.What Jordan Larmour, James Ryan, Ross Byrne and Harry Byrne did differently, that he feels helped them get to where they are.Link to join The Off-Field Rugby 1st XV (Mental Skills Coaching Group)https://brianmoylett.podia.com/the-off-field-rugby-team/43758/monthly/buyLink to Support the Podhttps://brianmoylett.podia.com/the-off-field-rugby-team/43933/monthly/buyMy instagram is @offfieldrugby - The Off Field Rugby Coach, any feedback you have or thoughts for the pod, please DM me there, would love to hear them.Please share the podcast with some friends,please subscribe/follow the podcast wherever you're listening, & Please leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcasts, letting me know what you like about the pod. Thank you Picture: Steve Haag/Gallo ImagesReally appreciate you clicking in, cheers! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The nominees for SA Rugby Player of the Year have been announced and Lukhanyo Am, Siya Kolisi, Damien de Allende, Eben Etzebeth and Makazole Mapimpi are the nominees.

With a crucial test match coming up this weekend, Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am believes that the British and Irish Lions will change a few things in the second test match on Saturday.

Cell C Sharks captain Lukhanyo Am will captain the SA A side to face the British and Irish Lions on Wednesday in Cape Town.

Sbu Mjikeliso hosts former Bulls lock Mthunzi "Fudge" Mabeta and sports analyst Lunga Kupiso in an unmatched Springbok 2019 Rugby World Cup squad announcement special where they took a deep into Rassie Erasmus's 31-man squad that's headed for Japan. Fudge clarified the technicalities that go into the lineout, which he reckons not a lot of teams pay enough close attention to. "The philosophies of the lineout," as he put it. He rates the four lock options that Erasmus eventually took to Japan – Eben Etzebeth, Lood de Jager, Franco Mostert and RG Snyman – some of whom he played with during his career. And he chimed in on some omitted names who had stellar seasons, such as Lions lock Marvin Orie. With Sunday Times sports journalist Khanyiso Tshwaku also chiming in, there was also a microscopic look at the midfielders that form part of the squad and the big debate surrounding Damian de Allende, Andre Esterhuizen, Lukhanyo Am and Jesse Kriel. It was all out Rugby World Cup squad announcement extravaganza and, of course, we heard directly from the coach as well as skipper Siya Kolisi.