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The ARP crew get into the proposed World Club Championship. What might hold it back from happening? Who would dominate if it happened this year?We also get into what led to the Chiefs tearing up Moana Pasifika and who will top the table. Should Leroy Carter be an All Black, is Fabian Holland a shoo-in at lock and why is Jorja Miller a game changer for the Black Ferns?Aotearoa Rugby Pod is brought to you by Ashley and Martin Medical Hair Centres.Super Rugby Finals permutationsChiefs top· Chiefs win with bonus· Chiefs win without bonus but Crusaders don't get bonus point win.· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Crusaders lose/draw with Brumbies Crusaders top· Chiefs lose and Crusaders beat Brumbies· Chiefs win but Crusaders win with bonus and make up 116 point differential· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Crusaders beat Brumbies Brumbies top· Brumbies beat Crusaders and Chiefs lose without bonus· Brumbies beat Crusaders without bonus and Chiefs lose with bonus. But, Brumbies make up 125 point differential.· Chiefs draw with Highlanders and Brumbies get bonus point win over Crusaders. But, have to make up 125 point different Moana Pasifika top six· Moana beat Hurricanes and Blues lose/draw to Tahs· Moana beat Hurricanes with bonus point and Blues beat Tah without bonus· Moana and Blues get bonus wins and Reds lose to Drua without bonus. All end on 33 points and Blues drop out with less wins. Blues top 6· Beat Tahs and MP lose/draw with Canes· Beats Tahs with bonus and MP beat Hurricanes without bonus Tahs Top 6· Beat Blues and MP lose to Hurricanes· Beat Blues with bonus and MP draw with Canes Games· Highlanders v Chiefs· Brumbies v Crusaders· Blues v Waratahs· Hurricanes v MP· Reds v Drua Crusaders· What is going on with the Crusaders?· Time to start O'Connor? Is Rivez the man for the finals?· Havili in form? Teams worked out that if you shut him down then you're in.· Can they actually beat the Brumbies?· Brumbies can go through and around? Highlanders – · 22 entries – what do they do to fix that?· Holland form – 95 year old's question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sam looks at Auckland FC's date with destiny, Moana Pasifika are the buzz of Super Rugby and the "Enhanced Games" inaugural competition.
Ardie Savea and Moana Pasifika continue to have success, the Warriors win again and what does the Black Ferns draw mean for the team's prospects of a world cup defence later this year.
Moana Pasifika captain Ardie Savea has already been named Super Rugby Pacific player of the year, despite there being two more games in the regular season. RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Brumbies se sitúa como líder por delante de Chiefs y Crusaders, pero ha disputado un partido más. La temporada de Ardie Savea y Moana Pasifika. Calendario de las dos últimas jornadas, para los involucrados en eliminatorias. Con Urbano Nuviala, Carles de Borja y Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/producto/champions-finals-en-cardiff/Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699
On this weeks episode, Jeremy Lardner (Dua Moana Podcast) joins us to chat about:Moana Pasifika The Pacific Nations CupThe British & Irish Lions Squad
Welcome back to a new episode of the Pick and Go podcast.Paul returns and it doesn't take him long to cause trouble on the panel.Seeing as it was May 4th over the weekend, we are asking which Super Rugby team has turned to the Dark Side and which team is fighting on the side of good.We look back at last week's action as Moana Pasifika keep their hopes alive of a top 6 finish.he Blues have also improved their top 6 chances and it looks like it all might come down to the game between these two teams in a couple of weeks.
Moana Pasifika took a thrilling win against the Highlanders to edge into the playoff spots. More disappointment for Liam Lawson after the Miami Grand Prix, while the Black Sevens cap a stellar season with another big title.
In Pacific Waves today: Albanese wins Australian election by landslide; Samoa drops in ranking in media freedom index; Moana Pasifika and Fiji Drua record wins for round 12. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Fiesta grande entre Drua y Reds. Ajuste de cuentas de Brumbies a Waratahs. Blues, victoria y Beauden Barrett. El momento de forma de Hurricanes. Moana Pasifika y Ardie Savea. Con Urbano Nuviala, Carles de Borja y Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/producto/champions-finals-en-cardiff/Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699
Moana Pasifika moved a step closer to sealing their first ever Super Rugby finals appearance with a last gasp win over the Highlanders in Dunedin.
There's four rounds left to go in the Super Rugby season - and all 11 teams remain in contention for the playoffs. The Highlanders are set to face Moana Pasifika this afternoon, capping off a weekend full of high-profile matches. Super Rugby Pacific chair Kevin Malloy joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It will be brothers in arms for Moana Pasifika on Saturday. The Savea siblings reunite for their first game together at the franchise. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.
In Pacific Waves today: More spending on defence will hurt foreign aid ; Moana Pasifika and Fijian Drua face off this weekend; Late Hawaiian King lives on through annual festival. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
In Pacific Waves today: Two cardinals to represent Pacific islands in Rome; Bougainville strives to move the independence debate on; Fijian Drua and Moana Pasifika hold out hope for top six spot. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
'We can beat anyone, anywhere,' has become the mantra of Moana Pasifika. Tana Umaga's men have shown that on their day they can shock any team as they get set to meet the best of the Australian Super Rugby sides. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
Cam talks to Rugby Coach Willie Lio-Willie about Super Rugby Pacific Round 8 and the Blues defeating Moana Pasifika, putting their campaign back on track. Then they discuss the Chiefs having a shocker against the Waratahs and the Canes not getting it done against the Crusaders in Wellington.
RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen about the clash between the Blues and Moana Pasifika at Eden Park on Saturday and the Blues Women becoming the 2025 Super Rugby Aupiki champions, after playing in a prime time slot at the biggest stadium in the country.
In Pacific Waves today: Samoan national dies of severe dengue in NZ; US policy causing anxiety in the Pacific - NZ DPM; Adventure duo raising funds to rebuild schools in Vanuatu; Moana Pasifika and Drua both beaten in the weekend. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Blues coach Vern Cotter has commended Beauden Barrett's influence on the Super Rugby team since returning from a hand injury. The All Black steered the Blues to a 19-point win over Moana Pasifika and Cotter says the number 10's talent is unmatched. Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentator Elliott Smith joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Blues and Moana Pasifika, who both call Auckland home, take the field tomorrow in Super Rugby Pacific's ninth round. After plenty of friendly jabs between the two sides the time for talk is over. Ardie Savea's Moana side are on a roll - having won two games in a row - and will be very confident against a Blues side that's been struggling this year. RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
Peter Burling is bidding farewell to Team New Zealand, after leading the team to three America's Cup wins. Is Sail GP affecting the retention of sailors for the America's Cup teams? Sports Contributor Jason Pine talks to Ryan Bridge about what the departure means for sailing in New Zealand, and are Moana Pasifika Auckland's favourite rugby team? LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cam chats to content creator and sports fan Eru and they both do Picks 'N' Margins for Super Rugby Pacific Round 9 and NRL round 6
It's the halfway point of Super Rugby Pacific, and that seems the ideal time to start drawing conclusions about the competing teams, as leading columnist turned author Geoff Parkes joined Brett McKay & Harry Jones on The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast. But in Australian rugby, it's much more than just how each of the four teams are going. Headlined by incumbent Wallabies flyhalf and ACT Brumbies star no.10 Noah Lolesio electing to head Japan rather than deal with the ups and downs of yet another Wallabies coach, Geoff and the guys get into the crippling impact still not knowing Joe Schmidt's successor is having on Australian players. Plus: it's Champions Cup Quarter Final weekend, and there's some intriguing contests across Super Rugby Pacific, League One in Japan and Major League Rugby. Games of the Week: Champions Cup Quarter Finals Leinster v Glasgow, Dublin Bordeaux v Munster, Bordeaux Northampton v Castres, Northampton Toulon v Toulouse, Toulon SRP Round 9: Blues v Moana Pasifika, Auckland Queensland Reds v ACT Brumbies, Brisbane League One Week 17: Kubota Spears v Suntory Sungoliath, Osaka MLR Rd.9: New England Free Jacks v San Diego Legion, Quincy MA #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #ChampionsCup #SuperRugbyPacific #JapanRugbyLeagueOne #MajorLeagueRugby #theWrap #GeoffParkes 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
The Blues and Moana Pasifika will battle for city supremacy this Saturday, both sides with contrasting fortunes so far this season. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
Liam Lawson has a disappointing return to the Racing Bulls at the Japanese Grand Prix. Joe previews the Super Rugby Aupiki final is this weekend - who is the favourite? In the men's competition, Moana Pasifika make history while mountain biker Sammie Maxwell becomes the first NZ female to win a UCI Cross-Country World Cup.
The team had never scored back-to-back Super Rugby wins - but that all changed after the side picked apart the Waratahs over the weekend. It's new ground for a club that's struggled to bag games in past seasons and the addition of All Black Ardie Savea has made a big difference as Moana Pasifika looks to make its first playoff. RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
We've hit the halfway point of Super Rugby Pacific - with all Australian sides in the hunt for finals, and several big surprises - not the least of which being the rise of Moana Pasifika.Christy Doran and Matt To'omua chat with Patrick Pellegrini on the Pacific side's growth - then give their first picks as to who will make the 2025 Wallabies squad.Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt To'omuaGuests: Patrick PellegriniProducer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Champions Cup Round of 16 blowouts and thrashings that only underline the need for a format re-jig, plus more Super Rugby Pacific intrigue and Moana Pasifika history stand out for Brett McKay & Harry Jones on the latest Weekend Post-Mortem for The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast. The start of the Champions Cup knockout stage saw 114-point games, sixty point thumpings, and average aggregate scores of 72 points a game, but also, some quite exciting rugby. And Moana Pasifika's 45-28 win over the Waratahs marked the first time in their history they've recorded consecutive wins, a well-deserved piece of history. Plus: everything that caught our eye from the Japan Rugby League One and Major League Rugby in the States #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #ChampionsCup #SuperRugbyPacific #JapanRugbyLeagueOne #MLR 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Moana Pasifika are up into the Super Rugby Pacific playoff places after winning back-to-back games for the first time in their history. They've beaten the Waratahs 45-28 at North Harbour Stadium. Moana Pasifika halfback Jonathan Taumateine joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Pacific Waves today: Pacific leaders react to Trump's tariffs list; Polyfest attendees remain positive despite gloomy conditions; Moana Pasifika look to nail first back-to-back win; Actor addresses backlash over Naked Samoans poster. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
After announcing he wants to play at the 2027 World Cup, Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall break down whether Richie Mo'unga will join Moana Pasifika, not the Crusaders in 2027.Tongan giant Ben Tameifuna talks the Springbok who cracked his back and life in French rugby.Plus, we look into what Moana Pasifika are doing differently that created the resilience to hold on against the Crusaders, the form of Ruben Love and the latest halfback on the rise in NZ rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Moana Pasifika make history.
In Pacific Waves today: Earthquake near Tonga leaves minimal impact; Scientist explains Tonga's earthquake; Fiji expat recalls terrifying earthquake experience in Myanmar; Samoa govt declares state of emergency; Moana Pasifika on a high after historic win over Crusaders. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
This Super Rugby season continues to be the tightest in recent memory with a huge upset over the weekend and an Australian team at the top of the standings. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Alexa Cook.
The WesWes Networks Cam talks to Willie Lio-Willie about what went down in Super Rugby Pacific including Moana Pasifika beating the Crusaders in Christchurch and achieving a major win many thought would not happen.
WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!Manaia Stewart joins Finn Caddie to ask once again if it is, in fact, our year after the Wahs beat the Tigers in Tigertown last night (0:00)! Then the fellas get into the crime that ACC Head G Lane committed while commentating the Black Caps win over Pakistan during the moment of silence for Grizz Wyllie (8:30), before two fellas from the mainland have to discuss Moana Pasifika's epic win over the Crusaders (14:00)... Plus, D Mac tells NZ Rugby he ain't f**king leaving (18:00)! Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (24:30)... Brought to you by Export Ultra! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 31st of March, we talk the dud that was the supermarket announcement and how the current big players are reacting. The Prime Minister has switched his regular slot to a Monday and talks supermarkets, ferries and the servicing of our Air Force planes. Andrew Saville and Jason talk Moana Pasifika pantsing the Crusaders, the Warriors winning three on the trot and Auckland FC all but securing the premiership. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
He's been the breakout star this season for Moana Pasifika, but the brighter Kyren Taumoefolau shines, the closer the buzzards get. Taumoefolau has been attracting plenty of attention but fears are growing he will be poached from his current club. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
Cam from the WesWes Network talks about the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, (1:45) whos the teams to beat and the journey of NBA Number 1 Draft prospect Cooper Flagg. Cam talks about the first 2 rounds of March Madness up to the current bracket of the Sweet Sixteen. Then Cam talks to Willie from Perth Western Australia about the Chiefs vs Moana Pasifika and Blues vs Crusaders matches in Super Rugby Pacific. (22:52)
It will be an Englishman leading out Moana Pasifika for their Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Chiefs in Pukekohe tomorrow night. Tom Savage has been given the captain's arm-band in the absence of regular skipper Ardie Savea. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
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.
This week, James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl break down how the Drua and Moana Pasifika stepped up for upsets, what's wrong with the Blues and Canes and the brutality that led to the Crusaders big win over the Reds.Should you be able to hurdle a player in rugby? The guys look at the new trend, which was already outlawed!Plus, jersey collector Duncan Wood from Boomfa Vintage breaks down what makes rugby kit collectable and the guys discuss the best jersey in their collection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Fijian Drua made headlines on Friday following the news of a travel fiasco when facing the Hurricanes late last month. However, that news was overshadowed after a big win against the Chiefs on Saturday. Moana Pasifika also made waves over the weekend while some other kiwi teams struggled to stay afloat. Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
In Pacific Waves today: Some families still without power amid cyclone downgrade; Amending Fiji's constitution must not be rushed - professor; Pasifika Festival celebrates pan-Pacific culture; Fiji Drua and Moana Pasifika delights fans with wins. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Not a great weekend for New Zealand rugby fans - the Blues lost to the Brumbies, the Chiefs to Fijian Drua, and the Hurricanes to Moana Pasifika. Former All Black Ant Strachan spoke to Corin Dann.
The captain is bracing for a bruising battle against the Hurricanes in Albany on Saturday, the side he played 131 times for between 2013-2023. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
Ross Karl and James Parsons break down the latest round of Super Rugby, whether the Blues are back on track, how the Hurricanes blew it and where Moana Pasifika and the Force must step up to knock off the big boys.Plus, interviews with Highlanders lock Fabian Holland, who could become the first Dutch All Black, and Matatū halfback Maia Joseph, who starred in their opening win over Manawa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The uso from the WesWes Network Cam Schuster recaps the NZ Warriors season opener against the Canberra Raiders in Las Vegas (2:07) then Cam does the Oscars Awards Remix looking if the winners deserved their win (14:21) and finally Cam talks with Willie Lio about Super Rugby Pacific Round 3 Cultural Round, Moana Pasifika and the Blues first win (34:03) ENJOY
After two ripper weekends of Super Rugby Pacific - fans will be hoping for more exciting action as the third round of the competition kicks off. RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.