Podcasts about Ranfurly Shield

Former All Blacks captain Stu Wilson has died, aged 70. Wilson, who could play centre or wing, made 85 appearances for the All Blacks between 1976-83, including 34 tests, two of which he captained. He made nine overseas tours, including that with the 1978 Grand Slam team which beat all four Home Unions. He was captain in all eight matches of the 1983 tour of England and Scotland. He also represented Wellington at provincial level, where he played 89 matches, scoring 54 tries between 1975-84. During his time, Wellington would win two National Provincial titles in 1978 and 1981, the latter year also saw them hold the Ranfurly Shield. Legendary rugby commentator Grant Nisbett, a friend of Wilson's, joined Nick Mills to reflect on his legacy. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand rugby has lost one of its all-time greats. Alex "Grizz" Wyllie MBE has died at the age of 80 after excelling as both a player and coach. Wyllie made 210 appearances for Canterbury as well as 40 matches for New Zealand, 11 of them tests. He coached Canterbury through a three-year Ranfurly Shield reign, famously ended by Auckland at Lancaster Park in 1985. Wyllie worked as an All Blacks assistant under Sir Brian Lochore before his own 86.2 percent winning tenure with them from 1988 to 1991. Former All Black and Wyllie's nephew, Richard Loe told Mike Hosking he's left his mark on the sport, and his history will continue for many decades to come. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taranaki are three wins away from securing the Ranfurly Shield and the National Provincial Championship title for the year. They host Waikato in New Plymouth in tonight's quarterfinal, following last week's Shield win over Tasman in Nelson. Adam Cooper catches up with Taranaki first-five Josh Jacomb ahead of their Quarter Final. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawke's Bay may have lost the Ranfurly Shield, but they're still winners off the field financially - Chris has the details.

Stephen Perofeta joins Smithy to discuss the Ranfurly Shield win with Taranaki and selection for the upcoming All Blacks Northern Tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to review the ABs squad for the northern tour (0:00) followed by getting into the Kangaroos team to face the Kiwis (07:37).  Then the fellas are joined by Taranaki NPC Coach Neil Barners to discuss winning the Ranfurly Shield on the weekend, the chaos and aftermath that followed and if his players will be ready for a Quarter-Final this weekend. Plus Manaia has a proposition for Barnsey involving his beloved South Canterbury (13:06)... Finally, the guys respond to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (28:55). Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our wine man in Blenheim says there are no sour grapes when it comes to handing over the Ranfurly Shield to Taranaki. Plus, he cheers up the farming fraternity with six “fun packs”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to recap the first morning of Jerry & Friends as G Lane fills in on Hauraki Breakfast (0:00). Then the fellas get into all things rugby starting with the ABs and if Razor drop TJ Perenara and Sam Cane for the European Tour (10:47), then go over the rebirth of "Zombie" with the beef between Rieko Ioane and Johnny Sexton (16:58) before a wrap on the NPC as Taranaki win the Ranfurly Shield for the Summer. Finally, the guys wrap with 'Yours Please' going over the best of the weekend (22:01). Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Johnson joins Smithy to talk through the final regular season round of NPC, as Taranaki retained the Ranfurly Shield and the quarterfinals were finalised Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast.Paul is joined by Searle and Jeff Wilson as they dissect the Rugby Championship.With the Northern Tour now just around the corner, who hurt their chances of being in the squad and who has cemented their place in the squad?The big question is should NZ relax the stance on using overseas players, or would that weaken the domestic game?Rugby is under pressure like never before so would can be done to maintain the game?We look at the NPC coming up, will big teams be missing out on this year's playoffs?Lastly the trio make their Ranfurly Shield predictions.

The Bulletin with Andrew Gourdie featuring Southee steps down as test captain, Jonny Sexton's tantrum, Ranfurly Shield and NRL Finals and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to pore over the stats one of the ACC faithful has put together from the ACC's coverage of the Wahs this year - who is the real curse? (0:00). Then, the fellas are joined by South Canterbury rugby coach Nigel Walsh to discuss their 35-game unbeaten streak in the Heartland Championship, Hika Elliot joining the team, and the ACC driving the bus to the next Ranfurly Shield challenge (10:11)... Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (20:31). Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart from a freshly renovated Export Beer Garden Studio to discuss the ACC's evening ringside at the Nyika & Karpency fight (0:00). Then the fellas break down why the Black Caps' next Test match will have a day off in the middle of it (10:54), whether the ACC cursed Wellington's Shield Challenge on the weekend (16:52) and what the deal is with the King's fingers (19:10). Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (23:04).Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lions have the chance to win the Ranfurly Shield for the eleventh time in the union's history, when challenging Tasman in Blenheim this afternoon. Tasman Mako captain Quinten Strange joined Piney to discuss the team's odds of hanging on to the shield. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Lions are ready to challenge the Tasman Mako for the Ranfurly Shield. The Lions will play against the Mako in NPC's round six that doubles as a Shield game. Wellington's Jackson Garden-Bachop joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a nervous mood among fans as the Wellington Lions face off against the Tasman Mako for the Ranfurly Shield. Nelson Bays life member Shane Drummond joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The extra personnel will be welcomed particularly by Tasman and Wellington, who meet in a Ranfurly Shield clash on, sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to break down the first Presidential Debate between Trump & Kamala (0:00) before reacting to the All Whites bringing football home (2:51) and the future of live sports watching (4:37)... Then the fellas cross live to Lions royalty Brad Shields to preview Wellington's Ranfurly Shield challenge against Tasman this weekend (10:31) and share his best Eddie Jones stories from his time in England (18:10). Finally, they get to a scathing review of the state of the ACC in 'Yours Please' (21:38).Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast!The All Blacks are in an unfamiliar situation having lost 3 of their last 4 games - thank goodness for the Eden Park fortress - and could potentially be lacking a trophy.So, is this the time to panic, or merely a transition between coaching styles?If all this All Blacks talk is making you blue, then we can look to the red of Tasman who won the Ranfurly Shield in the final seconds.Speaking of the Ranfurly Shield, Piri gives us an insight into what happens after you win the shield and what players get up to.Lastly, the trio of Paul, Piri and Searle look ahead to the test match against Australia and with both teams needing to make a statement it's going to be an exciting match up.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss the state of the Radio Hauraki toilets (00:00) before announcing the winner of the Greatest New Zealander of All Time (03:56). Then the fellas debate whether to hit the panic button after another All Blacks loss (11:10), discuss the shocking image of coke on the Ranfurly Shield (20:39) and the ACC's official stance on the Taliban (23:53). Finally, they get to your feedback on Yours Please (26:14).Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart live from the Hauraki studio to reignite the debate around the biggest animal you could beat in a fight (0:00) loitering with intent (9:33) and the Black Caps non-event overnight (11:50). Then the fellas talk to ACC Commentator Tony Lyall about his beloved Tasman Mako hoisting the Ranfurly Shield over the weekend (14:15) sound the 'NRL Off Field Scandal Alarm' (21:39) and deliver another 'Half-Baked Sports Idea' (26:32). Finally, they get to your feedback on 'Yours Please' (30:45).Brought to you by Export Ultra!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to discuss the fanfare over Tasman Makos getting their mitts on the Ranfurly Shield, the AFL preliminary finals, the NFL getting back underway and the weekend's Rugby Championship including the All Blacks' 18-12 loss to the Springboks and Argentina thrashing Australia 67-27.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tasman Mako have lifted the Ranfurly Shield for the first time in their history - beating holders Hawke's Bay 25-24. Tasman had never previously won the Log O' Wood since the unions of Nelson Bays and Marlborough combined in 2006. Campbell Parata, the man behind the match-winning penalty shot, joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss the victory. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 8th September 2024, D'Arcy Waldegrave fills in for Jason Pine, and after another loss to the Springboks, catches up with All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison to work out why we can't beat our old foes. Anna Grimaldi has picked up our first Paralympics gold medal in Paris, she joins the show. And Tasman Mako hero Campbell Parata stops in after his match-winning kick secured the Ranfurly Shield for the Mako for the first time in their history. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie joined D'Arcy to discuss the All Blacks' loss to South Africa, the Tasman Mako's victory for the Ranfurly Shield and the start of the NFL season. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Magpies have held tight to the Ranfurly Shield this season, but they now face a stiff challenge from the undefeated Tasman Mako.  The Tasman's will be aiming to make history, claiming the Shield for the first time, while Hawke's Bay will be fighting to keep their title.  Coach Brock James joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss how the team plans to keep the Shield for another week.  “Whatever opportunities present themselves to us, or whatever opportunities we can create during the game, we know we're gonna have to take them because there won't be a lot of them.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight could be one for the history books for one rugby club.  The Tasman Mako have never won the Ranfurly Shield, but tonight could see them taking home the trophy.  Their head coach, Gray Cornelius, joined D'Arcy Waldegrave as the team looks to make history for the top of the South Island.  “It's a unique opportunity for, for a lot of fellas, so you can't shy away from it.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wherein I get really excited for some fantastic tests, try to calm down with the club coverage, and lament the end of the Scott Mathie era in New England. Also, I'm pretty sure I fulfilled my obligation to insert a heaping dollop of silliness, as well. An article talking about the departure of Scott Mathie was here: Free Jacks' Head Coach Scott Mathie Honored with His Second Major League Rugby Coach of the Year Award - Chapter Closes as United Rugby Championship role Awaits The information about the Ranfurly Shield was here: Ranfurly Shield - Wikipedia If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven't left a review, I'd really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it's really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG8392611016 Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it. Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Southland win the Ranfurly Shield?   Hokonui's host of the Muster (and Stags superfan) Andy Muir certainly thinks so, joining Piney to discuss exactly how they're going to do it.  He said that when it comes to these big games, especially being a Southland fan, you're realistic that things aren't going to fall your way, but at the same time, there's always a chance.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister in his weekly slot on The Country discusses the fishing tragedy on the East Coast and now state of emergency, live animal exports, the Chatham Islands and Easter Trading Laws. Plus who he thinks will win this afternoon's Ranfurly Shield match?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss breaking news that the NFL is thinking of coming to Aus (0:00) before discussing AFB being stood down this week (4:16). Then the fellas whip around the local derbies in Super Rugby (9:57) and react to Richie McCaw being called in to sort out this NZR mess (15:57) before Manaia weighs in on South Canterbury being unable to contest for the Ranfurly Shield (23:06) and Kobayashi retiring (27:59). Finally, the team get to 'Yours Please' and Lane shares some watercooler tips ahead of the Monaco F1 (33:09).Brought to you by Export Ultra - The Beer For Here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the highlight of many rugby players' careers in Aotearoa. The story of the day they play for the Ranfurly Shield is told for generations, but for the 2024 South Canterbury squad, the dream to challenge for the coveted log o' wood has been crushed under financial pressures. Sports reporter Jonty Dine speaks to Susana Lei'ataua.

Even our sports are being impacted by the rising costs and turbulent economy.  South Canterbury Rugby Union have had to pull out of the Ranfurly Shield as they can't afford to play.  CEO Tim Hyde-Smith told Mike Hosking that it would cost them about $50,000 to get up to Hawke's Bay to challenge the Magpies for the shield, of which they only managed to raise 30%.  He said that they'd been very privileged to challenge the last two years, but sponsorship and grant money wasn't forthcoming this year.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Sloane, an All Blacks hooker, says he once bawled out his Hikurangi club flanker for allowing Sid Going, Mid-Northern's halfback, to bump him off in the tackle in a game at Whangārei.  Later in the match Sloane faced Going running round the front of a lineout. “When I was sitting on my butt on the deck,” says Sloane, “I realised why the loosies found it so hard to tackle him.”  Sidney Milton Going, Super Sid to headline writers and Milt to his family, who died on Friday aged 80, was an All Blacks great, and one of the most exciting footballers to ever play the game.  As Sloane, and international players Going faced in 29 tests from 1967 to 1977 found, Going was startlingly powerful. His strength came naturally to him. He never darkened the doorway of a gym. But I once interviewed him in a changing shed in Whangārei, and got a good idea of why he could shrug off tackles from men who towered over him. He was only wearing a pair of shorts, and his upper body would have been envied by Arnold Schwarznegger.  Going was so old-school he wasn't big on pre-season road running either. Just after he'd retired he said he hated road work so much he sought out every pre-season charity game he could find, and got fit by playing.  Sid Going appears for the All Blacks against the Springboks in 1976. Photo / Photosport  As a child growing up with four brothers in the Maromaku Valley, north of Whangārei, he learned early how to deal with rugby's physicality. He'd say, on the family lawn “there were no beg pardons. We'd hit each other really hard”.  As well as rugby and family, the other great love of his life was the Mormon church. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel at the end of Marlow Rd in Maromaku was central to him.  He spent two years in Canada in the early 1960s as a Mormon missionary, switching to basketball. But on his return rugby quickly called again.  He was soon a fixture in the Northland side, and by 1966 was challenging for an All Black position. But he faced huge competition from Chris Laidlaw, a more traditional halfback with an impeccable pass.  When he was finally given the chance, Going could produce extraordinary moments at the highest level. In 1968 he scored two solo tries in the first 30 minutes of a test against France at Eden Park.  Many of us lucky enough to see Sid and his brothers, Ken and Brian, play together for Northland and the New Zealand Māori side will always believe a game-changing chance was missed by the All Black selectors of the early 1970s. The Goings' Northland coach, Ted Griffin, swore that together behind an All Black pack they would have torn the world's best teams apart.  Halfback Sid Going hoofs the ball during the New Zealand vs Southern Universities match during the All Blacks tour of South Africa in 1970. Photo / NZ Herald Archive  There's never been a magic act quite like the one the trio used to put on, with just a footy ball for a prop. “Going, Going, Going, Gone” was the headline after one dazzling triple-scissors try for Northland.  They all had speed, skills and strength. But together they had something even more potent, a list of 30 or more carefully planned, well rehearsed moves, with every single one named.  The best, they called “The Special”.  This is an outline of how it worked. Sid passes wide to Brian. Ken works a scissors pass with Brian. Meanwhile Sid is tracking Ken, who would work another scissors with him. Now Sid has the ball from the final scissors pass, and scores the try. Occasionally one last defender, by luck or good management, was still in the way, so one more pass, or a step, was needed.  “The Special” almost made Northland the only provincial team to beat the 1971 Lions. But Sid thought Brian was likely to be caught and didn't pass, and for once he struck a fullback in JPR Williams who was able to haul him down. The Lions sneaked in 11-5.  One of the many likeable aspects of Sid the rugby player was that, with his devout religious beliefs, he never swore, on or off the field. Talk with him when he was passionate and adjectives like “blinking” or “flipping” might appear, but never anything more vulgar.  Sid's startling range of skills was probably best displayed in 1972 at Eden Park for Northland, when a penalty to win the Ranfurly Shield from Auckland was awarded.  Earlier in the game Sid had botched a tap kick and Auckland scored a try, so brother Ken, the usual kicker, was still angry. “You take the kick,” he snapped at Sid. “Okay, I blinking well will,” said Sid. From 45 metres out he kicked the winning penalty.  Super Sid was a nickname that fairly defined the man.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seven months after it was broken in two in what was described as "an accident" by the Hawke's Bay Rugby Union, the Ranfurly Shield is back in circulation. Hawke's Bay Rugby chief executive Jay Campbell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Chris wraps up the big stories of the year from his region, from Cyclone Gabrielle devastation and its heroes to the nationwide furore which unfolded when the Ranfurly Shield was broken. Also Hawkes Bay's champion christmas cookie seller and what's going on with a boulder roadblock at Waimarama beach?

Wherein I try to control my disappointment over the Scotland result, get super bummed that Samoa couldn't quite hold on to defeat the English for the first time in their history, and wonder what's become of Jesse Parete. The article about Eddie Jones was here: Eddie Jones isn't the main issue with the Wallabies coaching set-up The article about the fallout over the Ranfurly Shield was here: Ranfurly Shield break: Hawke's Bay Rugby's cabinet will be empty for the summer - NZ Herald The video of Alesana Tuilagi smashing people for 3 minutes and 42 seconds was here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkXJ14ZH3Jo If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven't left a review, I'd really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it's really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support

It was like a time warp for me this week watching Brock James and Brad Weber bumble their way through what passed for a press conference, answering, or not answering, questions about the Ranfurly Shield. The whole way the rugby union has handled it reminds me of some sort of scandal from the 80's or 90's. A bit of hush hush, let's not say too much, let's keep it to ourselves, if we have to we will roll someone out to offer a few half-hearted nondescript one-liners. In a sign of what's changed in rugby in my lifetime, thank the Good Lord for Sir John Kirwan who, from France, lambasted them and their behaviour. He reminded us what a disgrace it was, what a moral failure it was, what a bad look for the game he loves it was and what a massive disservice these clowns in Hawkes Bay were doing to people like him who actually take the game seriously. The advent of a former player-turned-commentator has been good for the sport because the odd one is actually articulate and tells it like it is, from an insiders point of view. Kirwan is from an era, and Jeff Wilson was with him and agreeing, when professionalism came of age, when they got rid of the meat pack and the beer crates and actually got paid for being athletes. With that, came responsibility. And as Kirwan pointed out, they have all made mistakes. But like life away from rugby, when you do make a mistake you own it, and in owning it we all move on. This Hawkes Bay business is the stuff of another age. In a world where an increasing number of these elite players don't even drink, what an astonishing sight to see a shattered shield, God knows what sort of substance on top of it, a drink driving charge and a whole bunch of Neanderthals claiming they know nothing or weren't there. Enter head office, with yet another display of head-in-the-sand arrogance and their so-called investigation. It meant you end the week with a sport reminding us, yet again, that some move with the times and others don't. Rugby's many and varied problems, from the finances to the participation of kids, is well documented. And part of that story has always been a mind set where open, honest transparency has never been a forte, clear, clean, modern communication is not the favoured route and looking like you really care and want to be as good a custodian of the sport as you can never came naturally. The Ranfurly Shield is the last vestige of genuine broad-based interest in the game at that level and look what they did to it. It's a shabby, low rent, uncouth set of circumstances and an even worse response to them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   NZ Rugby: 3/10 When it comes to the Ranfurly Shield, it's these sorts of examples that damage the reputation of the game, the administration, and running of the game and remind us that for all the greatness of the All Blacks and the Rugby World Cup there is a lot of very provincial, old-world dopey thinking running the machinery.   All Blacks: 7/10 Although we were always going to win, the way we did against Italy made the watch worthwhile.   The Republicans: 3/10 Between McCarthy, Matt Gaetz and Donald Trump, what a collection of dysfunctional doofuses.   Birkenstock: 7/10 The genius of taking a really rude product and yet making it worth billions in an IPO.   Weetbix: 3/10 We have supply issues - oh whoops, no we don't. Not very Christian, is it?   The campaign: 6/10 I can't help but think it's a week too long, considering all the policy is out. The bitching over break-ins and race and costings is getting petty. If it was over tomorrow I wouldn't be sad.   Voting: 8/10 It's open, it's on. I voted early for the first time ever and it still feels good doing it. It's a tangible boost to your day.   LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Rugby players from the team that trashed the Ranfurly shield are available for selection for this weekend's games despite an ongoing investigation into behaviour at a post match party. Pictures of the Log O' Wood busted in half surfaced on social media, including some that show white powder on the shield. One player is also facing drink driving charges after crashing a car into a fence the morning after the team's winning game. Today, Hawkes Bay Magpies vice captain Brad Weber, who wasn't at the post match party, fronted a press conference, with the head coach. Captain Tom Parsons, wasn't made available but will lead the team out at Sunday's game against Bay of Plenty. Hawke's Bay Rugby chief executive Jay Campbell confirmed the player who dropped the shield had been drinking, but couldn't say how much. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338350249112

Helluva lot on with this one - notes below:   3 - Mulls is the Mouth of the South 6 - Hot Knives: Give the Shield to Heartland rugby ABs need Blackadder at 7 to win in the quarters Nathan Cleary will get league's GOAT 17 - Mike Hesson Cricket World Cup Nigel Llong's howler in the first day/night test The blow up doll with an 'appendage' 41 - Nick's Bit - The cavoodle conundrum 47 - Question Time Could Nathan Cleary play union, and what position? What finals party is better? NRL, AFL, Ryder Cup, or Hawkes Bay Rugby? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's edition of Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Mark Leishman about an outcry over the soiling of the sacred Ranfurly Shield, a rancorous interview with Winston Peters, and media complaining about Christopher Luxon not turning up.

ACC Head G Lane joins Matt Heath & Manaia Stewart for a special episode live from Paris on the Daily Agenda as the truth comes out about the Ranfurly Shield, RTS has to make an awkward apology and the guys figure out how to right their wrongs in Amsterdam as the Export Beer Garden Tour continues... The Daily Agenda is powered by Musashi - Fuelling athletes like Aaron Smith, RTS, Manaia Stewart & G Lane for more than 30 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ Rugby has taken the famous Ranfurly Shield trophy off of Hawke's Bay after it was broken in two during aftermatch celebrations. A photo of the damaged shield with white powder and a rolled-up banknote on top emerged this week, raising suspicions of drug use at a party where 12 rugby players were present. Though there's now a new theory over the white powder; the man responsible for repairing the trophy says it may be plaster. Sports commentator Glen Larmer has the latest.

New Zealand Rugby says it's "deeply disappointed" and has launched an investigation into circumstances around the damage to the Ranfurly Shield. Hawke's Bay won the prized Log O' Wood off Wellington on Saturday. The Hawke's Bay Rugby Union says a player dropped the shield on a concrete floor on Sunday morning, splitting it in two. There are also images circulating online of white powder on the shield, which is part of NZR's review. New Zealand Rugby has taken back possession of the shield, which it says is a taonga of the game. We'll hear from the Hawke's Bay Union boss in a moment, but first here's Felix Walton. Hawke's Bay Rugby Union CEO Jay Campbell says it's a very disappointing situation for the side. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338217585112

Hawke's Bay Magpies' Ranfurly Shield win has been marred by after game antics - after a photo emerged showing the shield broken in two with small piles of white powder on half of it. New Zealand Rugby Union has launched an investigation into reports of drug use and what occurred during the post match celebration. It's also taken possession of the broken shield. New Zealand Rugby General Manager Community Rugby Steve Lancaster says he's deeply disappointed with what's happened. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338219182112

Once again New Zealand Rugby is having to deal with a case of players behaving badly. The prized Ranfurly Shield is in bits, and a player from the winning Hawke's Bay Magpies has been charged with driving with excess breath alcohol, after crashing through a fence early on Sunday morning. Then there is the suspicious looking white powder and a rolled-up banknote photographed on the broken shield. The man who helped refurbish the shield, and who'll now repair it, James Dwan, is appalled by the damage, and says players have disrespected a treasured trophy. New Zealand Rugby has confirmed it is investigating reports of drug use at the Hawke's Bay Magpie's post-match celebrations. New Zealand Rugby general manager community rugby Steve Lancaster spoke to Corin Dann.

ACC Head G Lane joins Matt Heath & Manaia Stewart for a special episode live from Paris on the Daily Agenda as they discuss the worst things that have ever happened to the Ranfurly Shield, and whether this was just a clever diversion from NZ rugby to distract the media from the World Cup... The Daily Agenda is powered by Musashi - Fuelling athletes like Aaron Smith, RTS, Manaia Stewart & G Lane for more than 30 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomorrow afternoon the Horowhenua Kāpiti rugby team takes on the might of Wellington in a David versus Goliath Ranfurly Shield clash in Levin. It's the first time in 30 years the Horowhenua town has hosted a challenge for the log o' wood, a prize they've only won when they joined forces with neighbours Manawatū nearly a century ago. Our reporter Jimmy Ellingham visited Levin to see if Shield fever is taking hold. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6330962905112

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