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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran look ahead to the Rugby Championship, reacting to the Springboks' Monday team naming and what the Wallabies might do selections-wise; they ponder what a pass mark might be for Australia and discuss the importance of the tournament from a World Cup seeding perspective; they dig into the latest R360 reports and argue whether the competition might actually help Australian rugby; and then talk Richie Mo'unga's contract, the return of Super Round, and the Wallaroos' World Cup hopes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Christchurch's Te Kaha stadium is set to revive Super Rugby's 'Super Round'. The 'Super Round' - last held in 2024 - will be the first major sporting event hosted at Te Kaha which is scheduled to open next April. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
Christchurch's brand-spanking new central city stadium has been given hosting rights to Super Ruby's Super Round next Anzac weekend - the arena's debut major sporting event. The long-awaited $680 million stadium is set to open in April, with the defending champion Crusaders playing the first competitive match. It'll be the first time the Super Round is held in New Zealand. Anna Sargent reports.
Officials are committing to just the one year of Super Round in Christchurch – for now. Christchurch's new stadium will play host to five Super Rugby games over Anzac weekend 2026. Super Round took a year out of the schedule this year after the Melbourne Rebels exited the competition. NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson told Mike Hosking it has always been on the radar to give back to a region that loves its rugby and has been a massive supporter of the game at many levels. He says they're not ruling out the possibility of Christchurch hosting more rounds in the future. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 12th of August, New Zealand is considering recognising a Palestinian state. Does it matter? Will it change the war? Former Foreign Affairs Minister Phil Goff weighs in. Christchurch has been confirmed as the host of the 2026 Super Round – NZR boss Mark Robinson discusses the decision. Country music star Lainey Wilson is on her way to New Zealand for the first time next year, and chatted exclusively with Mike. 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.
Today on the radio show. 1 - Hayden Wilde's comeback 3 - Great kiwi comebacks 8 - The Super Round is coming to Christchurch! 11 - Someone in Christchurch won the lotto 14 - Motorsport Chat - Ipswitch Supercars and Watkins Glen NASCAR - http://bit.ly/45rnDbn 18 - This week in science - a new planet 22 - Mad Dog Evan 28 - Weird Kids 31 - Origins of idioms and phrases 35 - Late mail 38 - Last drinks Get in touch with us: https://linktr.ee/therockdrive
Christchurch is set to host one of Super Rugby's biggest events, locking in the first big sporting match for the city's new stadium. The new Te Kaha stadium will host Super Rugby's 'Super Round' across Anzac weekend next season - one week after the venue has its grand opening. Venues Ōtautahi chief executive Caroline Harvie-Teare says they've been waiting 15 years for this stadium and they're excited to crack on. "We're confident, we're going to have plenty of time to have a really good hand-over to test the venue." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sports Journalist at theroar.com.au Geoff Parkes catches up with Smithy to talk Wallabies post Lions tour, Rugby Championship, first test v South Africa, expectations, Super Round 2026 in Christchurch & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Grace Nweke on the news that she can play for the Silver Ferns again. Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley on Super Round coming to Christchurch next year. Piney's Power Rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Sports Desk. Ric has compiled some of the sports action from around the world, so you don't have to do the digging including, Super Round confirmed for 2026, Palace beat Liverpool, NASCAR Driver injures himself celebrating & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michael Atkinson, Iain Payten, Tim Horan and Justin Harrison break down this weeks big issues - the ANZAC Day Bledisloe Cup concept squashed by New Zealand, could Super Round return on Fiji shores, and the benefits of the red card systemSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Baseball: Japan Routs US 9-1 in Premier12 Super Round
Baseball: Japan Defeats Cuba to Reach World Premier 12's 4-Team Super Round
Japan Beat Netherlands, Advancing to Super Round of Women's Softball World Cup
Simon Cron, Western Force coach, joins us to review the 2024 season and explain what needs to happen for next year. Plus we spread a salacious rumour about Super Round and present the Rugby Wrap Annual Awards.
ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to react to the latest bid for a South Island NRL franchise (2:18) and the shortlist of names for the new Auckland A-League team (9:20). Then the fellas get around to your feedback in one of the most rousing rounds of 'Yours Please' (11:06). Finally, Joey Wheeler joins the show live from Dunedin to talk Super Round, his best Eddie Jones yarns and a searing start to Super Rugby 2024 (16:24).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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We are back in action friends, we hope you missed us because we missed you. On this episode of TFRY we are getting into it with the action from the Super Round of Super Rugby Pacific. All the action right up until that golden point try in the final match, from Melbourne. We are also talking about the big clash at Queensholm in the PWR and why the club from Devon should absolutely be concerned. Of course, we must talk about THE CHAMPS ARE HERE as MLR kicked off this past weekend including our beloved Free Jacks facing the new boys down in North Carolina. It's a action packed hour plus so pack something good to drink and come along for the ride with us!Check out the TFRY Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyRugbyYanksAsk us questions via Twitter: Jarrod- jdyke8man & Ben- admrablsnackbar, and #AskTFRY.Send us your thoughts for the show and questions for upcoming shows via e-mail fantasyrugbypodcast@gmail.com. Of course, we welcome feedback via e-mail, twitter or by rating/reviewing the pod on Apple Podcast
Super Round debrief and catching up on some RugBae Advice...CLUBHOUSE https://www.pigathleticclub.comSEND IN QUESTIONS & CONFESSIONS https://pigathleticclub.com/pages/the-pac-podcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The usual crew of James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl are back to unpack Super Round in Melbourne's big results, including a hefty loss for the Crusaders and big win for the Chiefs. Referee Ben O'Keeffe is in studio unpacking World Rugby's Shape of the Game forum and Super Rugby Aupiki kicked off in style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Super Rugby Pacific is on fire following a stellar weekend of cracking games in Super Round.Christy Doran and Matt Toomua discuss the surprise results, the performances of the Australian sides, the future of Super Round in Melbourne, and touch on the performances of the Aussie Sevens. This week, they are joined by 30-capped Wallaby and Melbourne Rebel incumbent Lukhan Salakaia-Loto to discuss their come-from-behind win over the Western Force, his development as a rugby player, what fatherhood has taught him and more.Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guest: Lukhan Salakaia-LotoProducer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Season 5 Episode 13 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast!We are the People's Podcast, providing a platform for rugby lovers to come together and support the game that's played in heaven. Super Round has seen a remarkable weekend of Super Rugby Pacific action played out over 3 hectic days in Melbourne! Join Lachie and Mitch as they unpack all the close encounters from the weekend and bask in the glory that was the Waratahs dominate win over the CrusadersFollow us on Discord, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!Contribute to the pod at: https://ko-fi.com/pickanddriverugbyJoin Discord: https://discord.gg/4BVAq4Z5T9
Super Round has gotten underway in Melbourne. Despite reports of the potential demise of the Rebels, they still managed to grab a win for their hometown fans. Andy Ellis is in Melbourne for NZR+ and spared a moment to chat to Piney about the Rugby and the excitement levels in the city. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Barney and Scope get their teeth into the NRL news of the day including the signing of Sua Fa'alogo at the Storm and some of the shenanigans going on in Vegas before turning their attention to Victoria where Professor James Rochford has broken into enemy lines ahead of the AFL season kick-off and with Super Rugby taking their Super Round to AAMI Park this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Super Round returns to Melbourne this weekend, with a series of fascinating clashes in Super Rugby Pacific.The Roar's Christy Doran and Nick Wasiliev preview the upcoming round, and give their picks for who will launch up the ladder.Hosts: Christy Doran & Nick WasilievProducer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's that time of the year where instead of celebrating what should be a fun signature weekend, all rugby podcasters come together to offer their alternatives to Super Round in Melbourne! Nick W, Nick H and Natho sit down to dissect the first weekend of Super Rugby, and preview the much publicised Super Round. WARNING: words may be coarse in nature uponeth this audio podcast. Forgiveth us, for we uth do notuth haveth good grammareth! Episode Code: 108 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Season 5 Episode 12 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast!This is our weekly preview series for the upcoming round of Super Rugby Pacific. Make sure to get involved, leave us a review, and send us your tips for this weekend's matches at Super Round in Melbourne.Follow us on Discord, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!Contribute to the pod at: https://ko-fi.com/pickanddriverugbyJoin Discord: https://discord.gg/4BVAq4Z5T9
Waikato Chiefs lock gives his thoughts on "Super Round" in 2024
Wherein I wrap up this year's Six Nations, look at all the action in Super Rugby both Pacific and Aupiki, marvel at another beautiful win for my Free Jacks over our fiercest rivals, and you guessed it, I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual. Six Nations: 5:28 Super Rugby Pacific: 17:06 Super Rugby Aupiki: 25:10 Major League Rugby: 27:00 The article about England Rugby was here: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/mar/12/english-rugby-needs-saving-from-its-bloated-self-after-france-horror-show 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
Super Rugby is underway, with several Aussie sides coming out the other side of Super Round in a promising position. Nick H, Natho, Nick W and Josh sit down to chat about the opening fortnight, including: The performance of the Aussie Rugby sides in the opening rounds Whether the concept of Super Round is working Who is on Eddie's radar Latest transfers, sanctions and Wallabies coach appointments Give it a listen and let us know what you think. WARNING: couple of naughty words and naughty sexual innuendos included. Facebook - facebook.com/greenandgoldrugby Twitter - twitter.com/GAGR and twitter.com/DroppedKickOff_ Instagram - instagram.com/greenandgoldrugbySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's another episode from those American rugby knuckleheads. On this week's episode we are looking back at the many lopsided victories in either hemisphere, but also the tight ones including the action at the A.J. Bell (spoiler alert, we aren't happy for many reasons). Of course, we discuss all the stuff happening for the Super Round in Melbourne including the unfortunate actions of a good player that saw the red mist a bit too much. It's all this, so much more, kick back, have a drink and come along for the ride with us! Check out the TFRY Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyRugbyYanks Ask us questions via Twitter: Jarrod- jdyke8man & Ben- admrablsnackbar, and #AskTFRY. Send us your thoughts for the show and questions for upcoming shows via e-mail fantasyrugbypodcast@gmail.com. Of course we welcome feedback via e-mail, twitter or by rating/reviewing the pod on Apple Podcast.
WARNING - This one has a few uncensored naughty words in it, probably best not to listen to it around children.This week we unpack Fozzie from a briefcase of sadness in the wake of his announcement he won't run for ABs coach in 2024. We whinge a bit about how crap the "Super Round" in Melbourne, dissect Ardie's naughty gesture and preview this weekend's 6 Nations.All that and we even look at some other sports and Tony tells a story that has nothing to do with sports but is worth a listen right at the end.
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Welcome to the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast!We are the People's Podcast, providing a platform for rugby lovers to come together and support the game that's played in heaven. Day 3 of Super Round saw The Blues play a test match intensity classic against the Brumbies whilst the Queensland Reds ran riot over the Western Force.Listen to our thoughts on these games as well as our critique of Super Round 2023~~~Follow us on Discord, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!Contribute to the pod at: https://ko-fi.com/pickanddriverugbyJoin Discord: https://discord.gg/4BVAq4Z5T9
Welcome to the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast!We are the People's Podcast, providing a platform for rugby lovers to come together and support the game that's played in heaven. Press Conference 1 - Brumbies: Stephen Larkham and James SlipperPress Conference 2 - Blues: Leon Macdonald and Dalton PapaliiFollow us on Discord, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!Contribute to the pod at: https://ko-fi.com/pickanddriverugbyJoin Discord: https://discord.gg/4BVAq4Z5T9
Welcome to the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast!We are the People's Podcast, providing a platform for rugby lovers to come together and support the game that's played in heaven. Day 2 of Super Round saw Moana Pasifika come up against a dominant Chiefs team, but the Fijian Drua and NSW Waratahs played one of the most brutal first halves in recent history. We also provide you with the post-match press conferences from each team.Press Conference 1 - Chiefs: Clayton McMillan, Brad Weber, and Rameka PoihipiPress Conference 2 - Moana Pasifika: Aaron Mauger and Solomone FunakiPress Conference 3 - NSW Waratahs: Darren Coleman and Jake GordonPress Conference 4 - Fijian Drua: Mick Byrne and Tevita Ikanavere~~~Follow us on Discord, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!Contribute to the pod at: https://ko-fi.com/pickanddriverugbyJoin Discord: https://discord.gg/4BVAq4Z5T9
This week Eddie Jones and David Pembroke dive into the first round of Super Rugby. With a keen eye across the games, Eddie reveals which teams and players have impressed and how the recent law changes make for a better game. Starting today (March 3rd) is the Super Round at AAMI Park and Eddie will be on the ground all weekend, he gives you his picks. And the Six Nations was action packed last weekend, and the guys break it down as we head into another fallow week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Western Force are heading into 2023 with a new coaching team, a stack of new talent and big goals to create a new era and culture for the club. Nick sits down with Forwards Assistant Coach, Jimmy Duffy to talk: His transition out of Irish Rugby and his first experience coaching in Australia Pre-season goals for the Force and their round one win vs Rebels Building a winning culture at the club Previewing their Super Round clash vs. the Reds and the 2023 season. Give it a listen and let us know what you think. Facebook - facebook.com/greenandgoldrugby Twitter - twitter.com/GAGR and twitter.com/DroppedKickOff_ Instagram - instagram.com/greenandgoldrugbySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Season 4 Episode 14 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast!Super Rugby travels to Melbourne for the Super Round! Mitch and Ando have made the journey to provide YOU with instant reaction podcasts, covering the BEATDOWN of the Highlanders by the Crusaders, and the Rebels fiery defeat to the Hurricanes.Follow us on Discord, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!Contribute to the pod at: https://ko-fi.com/pickanddriverugbyJoin Discord: https://discord.gg/4BVAq4Z5T9
Wallabies and Melbourne Rebels flyer Andrew Kellaway joins Brett McKay and Harry Jones to discuss a cracking opening weekend of Super Rugby Pacific, the extra mental factors the new Law Variations are putting on players that perhaps we hadn't thought about, and the rugby world converging on Melbourne for this weekend's second annual Super Round. (Slight language warning, but we blame Mack Hansen for that!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Black Sox are on the upswing, having bounced back from their loss against Argentina to defeat the Philippines 8-1. This upcoming round against Cuba will determine whether or not the Black Sox will advance over to the Super Round, the next phase of the Softball World Cup. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave weighed in on the Black Sox's chances of winning and moving forward. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we have Jackson Garden-Bachop join us as we preview Round 11 of Super Rugby, which should be a cracker. But first, we look back on last weeks Super Round, as we review all the games and players who stood out for the round. There are plenty of players really putting their hand up for a Black jersey. It was awesome to get in insight from Jacko into some differences between the NZ and Aussie teams and hear which players have impressed him this season. If you enjoy this episode, then please give it a share and remember to keep an eye out for the What a Lad powerplays throughout the weekend. This episode was sponsored by Swysh, the perfect gift for sport fans – Check them out Here Swysh
This week on the Aotearoa Rugby Pod, the panel of Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall discuss whether the Australian teams have made ground on Kiwi sides in Super Rugby Pacific, while Scott Robertson drops in for a surprise guest appearance. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wherein I go over all the action in the URC, the Prem, Women's Six Nations, Super Rugby Pacific, and of course, go on a bit about my beloved New England Free Jacks, currently sitting pretty atop the league table. If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, and thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth The article about Nigel Owens' latest comments is here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/nigel-owens-calls-for-overhaul-of-citing-process-after-muller-case/ For my fixtures and results, I use the official websites of various leagues: https://www.sixnationsrugby.com/fixtures/ https://www.majorleague.rugby/schedules/ https://www.premiershiprugby.com/gallagher-premiership-rugby/fixtures-results/ https://www.unitedrugby.com/match-centre https://super.rugby/superrugby/ Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth/support
Super Round is here, such a cool concept and an awesome weekend for any rugby fan to get along to or park up on the couch and get some exciting games of Super Rugby in. Interesting round this week with the first cross over games so it'll be good to see where the Aussie form stacks up against the Kiwi teams. So to help Searley and I this week and stop us from being too biased we're joined by the man who knows more about Aussie rugby than anyone on the planet, Mitch Evans from rugby fixation. We preview all the games and highlight the players to look out for and to finish this week we even try to predict what the final table will look like as we approach the quarter finals. Very good insight in this one from a couple of code heads, look out for the What a Lad power plays coming out this weekend and if you enjoy the episode please give it a share.
The Super Rugby competition becomes truly Pacific this weekend, with the New Zealand teams heading to Australia as the championship reaches its halfway point. The five Kiwi sides will face their Australian and Fijian counterparts in what's being dubbed a "Super Round" in Melbourne. Moana Pasifika will have to wait to get some non-New Zealand competition, with their game against the Western Force being postponed due to a Covid-19 outbreak in the Perth-based side .Rugby reporter Joe Porter takes a look at whether the matches will be any closer than last year.
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The not-so super topic of red cards continues to be a talking point as Super Rugby prepares for its so-called "Super Round" in Melbourne this weekend. Three more players have been suspended this week - meaning at least one player in each of the last four rounds has copped a ban for making dangerous contact to the head. Sports reporter Clay Wilson joins me now to discuss.
The Dropped Kick-Off is back once again, and with Super Round upon us, Nick, Natho, Jack and Dylan come together to chat the Wallabies, Super Rugby, Super W and more! Warning: Coarse Language The Hot Topics How are we shaping up heading into Super Round? So what's going on with the whole debacle with Brad Thorn? The Super W final – what are we most excited for? Player Depth Analysis – Props & Hookers Predictions for the weekend? Current Player Depth (in reference to Q4) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Aotearoa Rugby Pod, the panel of Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall make their picks for some positions of the upcoming All Blacks squad, dissect the latest round of action and preview the upcoming Super Round in Melbourne. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.