Podcasts about waratahs

The Crusaders are licking their wounds after their loss to the Chiefs last weekend. Their next game is up against one of their bogey teams, the Waratahs, in Sydney. Crusaders head coach Rob Penney spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: NZ Rugby general manager of community rugby Steve Lancaster on the 9-year-old who's too heavy to play rugby in the same grade as his mates. Talkback - featuring Crusader Tahlor Cahill's dad - Should heavy kids be able to play in their age grades even if they're over the weight limit? Crusaders coach Rob Penney ahead of the Waratahs game. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rog, Mulls, Ryan and Mitch chat getting conclaved up in this bitch, what Dan Hooker has been up to and the Waratahs charitable jersey in 2010.

A special prelude will take place for the Group 20 Disability Round first grade clash between the Griffith Waratahs and Leeton Galloping Greens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

The Brumbies are playing at home this Saturday night against the Waratahs. Normally Brums vs Tah’s pull a big crowd and to keep it that way they’ve come up with an interesting way to incorporate the election count…cue S Club 7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dive into a bumper Round 11 of Super Rugby Pacific, analysing the Reds' win over the Blues and the Brumbies disappointing defeat at home; they look at what those two results have done to the ladder and ponder whether a top-two finish is now beyond them; they heap praise on Tom Lynagh and react to another twist in James O'Connor's season; they dig into the Waratahs recruitment and retention issues, look ahead to the Wallaroos' season opener, and discuss the threat of French rugby as a cross-code talent prepares to head offshore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a very long break, I'm hosting this week. KARL and Happy join me, and we look at the Waratahs in Bad Game or Bad Sign. Run through this week's game and have a decent Shout at the clouds to finish things off. As always, we hope you enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The KOKO Show we celebrated the Easter Break with a rip snorter of an episode that really rolled the stone away and allowed the lads to sink their teeth into a wonderful weekend filled with choccy eggs and fantastic friggin footy. The boys get down and dirty hunting for all the little bits and bobs from the Women's Super Rugby Champions Final that saw the Blues defeat the Waratahs, they got stuck into week 10 of the Superb Rugby as we head into the final couple of months and finally they fastened down the last three ‘Locked in Lions' on our very special whiteboard.Plus, it wouldn't be an Easter special without a guest that somewhat resembles a delicious little Lindt Ball, so we brought in Canberra's really bad bunny and one of our favourite bucking Brumbies, Mr Billy ‘found love in a hopeless place' Pollard. With Billy in tow we dissect how the Brumbies are bulldozing their way into finals contention, his desire to play a big part in the upcoming Lions Series and why James Slipper has become a bit of a bully in his twilight years. So pop on your bunny ears, fluff up that cotton tail and put yourself in a compromising yet sexy position on the kitchen table. It is time to be a raunchy little rabbit this Easter, whilst enjoying the latest episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons. You are most welcome our chummy yummy bunnies!TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start of the show 01:24 - Intro the show 03:00 - intro the boys 04:17 - Goits surgery 05:06 - Easter chat 07:20 - Other Rugby News: Spain bidding for RWC10:13 - Johnny Sexton in the Lions coaching staff 13:08 - RUNIT Straight competition 19:16 - Rugby Round-up - Top takeaways from week 10: James O'Connor 24:35 - The weather in NZ over the weekend 26:29 - The Super Point in Force v Hurricanes 28:17 - DRUA V WARATAHS REVIEW 35:03 - Introduce Billy Pollard 38:43 - Brumbies current form with Billy 39:15 - Billy's try scoring form 44:50 - Billy on throwing lineouts 46:20 - The Billy Pollard story - in love 48:52 - Billy's cartoon crush 50:35 - Billy on the Lions Series and chatting with coaches 52:06 - Billy on goal setting 57:03 - Bench, start and drop / Deserted Island question 01:00:35 - James Slipper is a bully 01:01:57 - Locked In Lions 01:06:46 - Close of the show BUY YOUR KOKO MERCHANDISE AND STAY TUNED FOR EVENTS - www.kickoffsandkickons.comMake sure you follow us on all socials:INSTA: @kickoffskickons TWITTER/X: @kickoffskickons YOUTUBE: @kickoffsandkickons TIKTOK: @kickoffskickons If you do want to talk about sponsorship or anything business related then please do get in touch with us info@shtn.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Brumbies are humming, the Force stayed the course, the Tahs look knackered and Les Kiss is the next Wallabies coach…right?Join Mitch and Lachie for a communal hair pull as Australian rugby's worst kept secret drags on following a trifecta of Super Rugby Pacific results - win, loss and Super Point draw!There's also the Waratahs' Super Rugby Champions Final loss to dissect as attentions to turn who will feature in next weekend's Wallaroos season opener against Fiji.LINKSWallaby Shop - https://wallaby.sjv.io/WyRyVGInstagram - @scrumbagsrugbyTwitter/X - @scrumbagsrugbyJoin the chat via Discord - https://discord.gg/GMRPqyy7Keep the lights on - https://kofi.com/scrumbagsrugbypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! El regreso a la normalidad de Chiefs y Damian McKenzie, tras el partido contra Waratahs. Lluvia y James O'Connor en el derbi Crusaders vs Blues. El increíble cero de Moana contra Brumbies. Empate a casi todo entre Force y Hurricanes. Con Urbano Nuviala 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

Women's rugby is not unlike the cheese TV commercials. Good things take time. Last weekend's Super Rugby Aupiki final between the Blues wāhine and Matatu was a great game to watch. It put an exclamation mark on what was a rollicking tournament. The match reflected the strides the women's game has taken since the inception of Aupiki. The crowd at Eden Park didn't rock any foundations but the TV viewer numbers were impressive. 405,000 folk tuned in to watch the best female footballers in the country duke it out and match worthy of their eyeballs was rolled out. On Thursday night, in atrocious conditions, the Blues laid waste to the Waratahs in the Women's Super Rugby Champions Final. Again, bugger all in the way of people in the stands (the weather was toxic) and I have no TV numbers, but I'd hazard a guess they would be healthy figures for a Thursday night game that sneaked up on people. Still, it was on, and it was worth a look. The women's game is having a growth spurt, and this needs to be appreciated and fostered as the men's game has essentially had a multi-generational head start. The game is played differently to the men's version, not unlike the cricketing gender split. It's not better, nor worse, just different. For those hell bent on direct comparison, I have nothing. A frozen and archaic mindset is not worth fighting against, these people can't or won't accept the turning wheels of time, good luck to them. The top level of domestic women's rugby is still in an embryonic stage, to judge it based on crowd numbers alone is manifestly unfair, not forgetting how few people turn up to the men's Super Rugby exchanges on a regular basis. With further investment the game will exponentially grow. Let's not forget that New Zealand rugby's money, regardless of where it comes from, is not just for the All Blacks. It is for the entire game from the grass roots up. NZR has a responsibility to uphold the development of the game across the board. It's our national game, not just a platform for the men in black. Water the dirt and flowers last for you. Good things take time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blues women made history last weekend by beating South Island franchise Matatu in the final at Eden Park to become the first back to back Super Rugby Aupiki champions. However, there is still one job to do for the Auckland based side, who host the Australian champion NSW Waratahs in tonight's inaugural trans-Tasman Super Rugby Women's final at North Harbour Stadium. Former Black Ferns forward Charmaine McMenamin spoke to Corin Dann.

D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: Former Warriors captain Steve Price dissecting the loss to the Storm. Talkback - Can the Wahs bounce back? Blues lock Maiakawanakaulani Roos ahead of their trans-Tasman champions' match against the Waratahs. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off winning their second Super Rugby Aupiki championship, the Blues Women have another big match. They're taking on the champions of the Aussie Super Rugby women's competition, the Waratahs, at North Harbour Stadium tomorrow night. Blues captain Maiakawanakaulani Roos spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up a stunning Round 9 of Super Rugby Pacific, picking apart the wins of the Brumbies and Waratahs, before gazing ahead to a bumper weekend of Easter footy; they discuss some of the decision-making, including the high hit on Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii; they look at some of the key off-contract players in Australian rugby and who might be headed offshore; before turning their attention to Rugby Australia's next broadcast deal and a curious media event that was used to announce it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Aussie sides continue to perform, with the Waratahs and Brumbies pulling off big wins in the latest round of Super Rugby Pacific.Christy Doran and Matt To'omua discuss the latest results, the Super Rugby Women's final, the latest financial news out of RA and more, and they are joined by NFL-bound Wallaby Jordan Petaia to discuss his journey.Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt To'omuaGuests: Jordan PetaiaProducer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Telegraph's Charlie Morgan joined Brett McKay & Harry Jones for a properly comprehensive review of the Champions Cup Quarter Finals – and Leinster's surging domination - on the latest Weekend Post-Mortem for The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast. The Irish powerhouse are still yet to concede a point in the knockout stage, while Northampton, Bordeaux, and Toulouse will join them in the Semi-Finals in May. In Super Rugby Pacific, a couple of statement wins from the NSW Waratahs and ACT Brumbies stood out, plus the Blues finally look like reigning champions again. Plus: Some surprise results and boilovers in Japan Rugby League One and Major League Rugby in the States, too. #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

It's a nightmare scenario for Lachie as Mitch storms back into the studio with two historic Waratahs wins to gloat over.The boys unpack NSW's gutsy 21-14 victory over the Chiefs and an even better Super W final showing before picking through another Brumbies' defeat of Queensland in Brisbane.The Reds' winless weekend also means Lachie's poetry punishment is realised…but it's not all bad news with all four Aussie sides STILL in the top six and a Wallaroos squad drop just around the corner.LINKSWallaby Shop - https://wallaby.sjv.io/WyRyVGInstagram - @scrumbagsrugbyTwitter/X - @scrumbagsrugbyJoin the chat via Discord - https://discord.gg/GMRPqyy7Keep the lights on - https://kofi.com/scrumbagsrugbypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Munster and Connacht team news ahead of their respective EPCR quarter-finals tomorrow. Alex Nankivell is back for Munster, while Racing have made wholesale changes for their trip to Galway to play Connacht in the Challenge Cup. We hear from Stacey Flood as Ireland put the finishing touches to their preparations with England visiting Cork in the W6N. A surprising name has emerged as favourite for the Wales job. And the Waratahs score a contender for try of the year.

The Chiefs have dropped to second on the Super Rugby table after an ugly 21-14 loss to the Waratahs in Sydney. The Crusaders are alone on top of the ladder after surviving a late fightback to beat the Hurricanes 31-24 in Wellington while down to 13 men. Tony Johnson joined D'Arcy to review Friday night's Super Rugby action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up a busy Round 8 of Super Rugby Pacific, which included a curious Reds penalty decision, the Waratahs' capitulation against Moana Pasifika, and a gutsy Force win; before they turn their attention to Noah Lolesio's decision to head offshore, and how the Wallabies fly-half situation might now play out for the Lions; and react to news of Rugby Australia's new television deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's a battle to be Auckland's premier Super Rugby team ahead of next week's derby against Moana Pasifika at Eden Park. The defending champions have just two wins to their name this season, while Moana have claimed back-to-back wins over the Crusaders and Waratahs, scoring 90 points over two games. Hoskins Sotutu joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the match, and talk about his off field options. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Moana Pasifika's having a memorable run this Super Rugby season - and it's sparked speculation about the team's future. The team have claimed claimed back-to-back wins over the Crusaders and Waratahs, scoring 90 points over two games. Rugby commentator Ken Laban joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy 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.

After a long stretch of bringing up the rear of Super Rugby, Australia seems to have found the golden ticket. All four Australian teams are sitting in the top six – Reds in second, Brumbies in fourth, Waratahs in fifth, and Force in sixth. Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joins Piney to try work out what's suddenly clicked for the Aussie teams. “With the, yeah, the distribution of talent not as stretched – because let's face it, we don't have a bottomless pit over here, that's probably the overriding factor.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moana Pasifika skipper Ardie Savea has pointed to the main area of growth from his side this season as they look for back-to-back Super Rugby wins for the first time in franchise history. They host the Waratahs in Albany this afternoon, coming off a shock win over the Crusaders in Christchurch. William Havili joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview their clash against the Tahs. Kick-offs at 2.05 pm - live commentary on Gold Sport and iHeart Radio. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Bruce is joined by a weary Christy Doran, who reflects on his first Hong Kong Sevens. The team then addresses the ongoing Wallabies coaching saga, trying to work out why a decision is still to be made; they discuss whether Stuart Lancaster could actually be a chance; before they then rip into Round 7 of Super Rugby Pacific, pondering where it went wrong for the Waratahs and whether the hip-drop tackle should be outlawed; they also analyse the Brumbies' and Reds' wins and look ahead to Round 8. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to a new episode of the Pick and Go podcast.It's a controversial start to the pod this week, as we're asking which NZ team would you get rid of, if it meant improving the rest of the NZ teams in Super Rugby.We look back at the big weekend of Super Rugby action.Hurricanes put on a masterclass against the Waratahs, while Crusaders recent momentum can to an abrupt stop.With Moana Pasifika's win, where do our panel see them finishing the season?The big shock is the Reds topping the league should we be taking them seriously as title challengers? We shall find out when they face the Chiefs this week.

The Hurricanes have moved into the Super Rugby's top six for the first time this season. The team beat the Waratahs last night in Wellington 57-12. What was the focus heading into the match? Hurricanes assistant coach Bryn Evans talks to Piney about his teams success. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How good to be an Aussie rugby fan right now - but especially a Tahs fan! The Dropped Kick-Off is back with the Waratahs beating the Brumbies for the first time in the podcast's history - so Nath and Nick H are gonna cash in hard. Oh yeah, and other rugby happened too. WARNING: extremely strong coarse language and Nick Hartman road rage present in podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including: Rabbitohs' first half blitz stuns the premiers Bombers pick up first win of AFL season with fast finish against Port Reason behind Sua'ali'i's positional change for Waratahs return The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day, with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary Sky Sport NZ commentator Tony Johnson joined Brett McKay & Harry Jones on The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast this week, as they try to get to the bottom of just why 2025 has been the best start to a Super Rugby season in living memory. And it's not an easy question with one simple answer. It's not just that all the Australian team are competitive. It's not just that anyone can beat anyone on any give weekend. It's not just that the demise of the Melbourne Rebels has boosted depth in other squads. It might be the do with it being a Lions Tour year, and the extra jeopardy that brings. It might be weather-related, and the fact that it's been a nice summer on both sides of the Tasman. It's quite likely all of the above.   Whatever the reason or reasons, it has been a wonderful start to the Super Rugby Pacific season.   Games of the Week: SRP Rd.7: Hurricanes v Waratahs, Wellington URC Rd.14: Ulster v Stormers, Belfast Premiership Rd.13: Bath v Harlequins, the Rec Top 14 Rd.20: Clermont v La Rochelle, Clermont League One Week 15: Canon Eagles v Toyota Verblitz, Tokyo MLR Rd.6: Houston SaberCats v San Diego Legion, Houston   #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #SuperRugbyPacific #UnitedRugbyChampionship #Premiership #Top14 #JapanRugbyLeagueOne #MajorLeagueRugby   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 Bulls toppling the traveling Leinster at Loftus and the NSW Waratahs notching their first win over the ACT Brumbies in 14 starts were the headlines for Brett McKay & Harry Jones to launch into another Weekend Post-Mortem for The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast. Plenty of surprises too! Quins won their first London Derby in a good while, Panasonic lost a second straight game for the first time ever in League One guise in Japan, and the Stormers scored a try against Scarlets that just has to be seen to be believed. Plus: everything that caught our eye from the Super Rugby Pacific, the URC, the Premiership, Top 14 in France, Japan Rugby League One, and Major League Rugby in the States #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #SuperRugbyPacific #URC #PremiershipRugby #Top14 #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) Voiceovers by Chookman + Sean Maloney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nutta is off the bench this week for KARL who surprisingly couldn't find time to talk about his Hurricanes winning. We look at the Force and the Waratahs in Bad Game or Bad Sign. Run through this week's game and have a decent Shout at the clouds to finish things off. As always, we hope you enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brett McKay & Harry Jones were thrilled to welcome NSW Waratahs flyhalf Tane Edmed onto the show for this week's episode of The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast, in which Tane conducted a proper Goal-Kicking 101 for the guys that right into the details about his process and ball placement, and even detail like ball set-up and tee height. If you're a goal-kicking nerd, this is definitely the chat for you. Tanes also shared his experience playing NPC rugby for North Harbour in New Zealand in the back half of 2024, and how that refreshed his game and his approach to the game, his experience inside the Wallabies squad for the Autumn Nations Series/Spring Tour to the UK, and some genuine insight into how Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt operates and what he expects of his no.10s. Plus, Brett & Harry's thoughts on Super Rugby Pacific, the URC, the Premiership, Top 14 , Japan Rugby League One, and Major League Rugby. Games of the Week: • SRP Rd.6: Waratahs v Brumbies, Sydney • URC Rd.13: Glasgow v Munster, the Scotstoun FRI • Premiership Rd.12: Saracens v Harlequins, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium SAT • Top 14 Rd.19: Bordeaux v Toulouse, SUN • League One Week 14: Toshiba Brave Lupus v Saitama Wild Knights, Tokyo SAT • MLR Rd.5: San Diego Legion v Miami Sharks, San Diego SAT #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #SuperRugbyPacific #UnitedRugbyChampionship #Premiership #Top14 #JapanRugbyLeagueOne #MajorLeagueRugby 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

France blew the 2025 Six Nations tournament apart when they thumped Ireland last weekend in Dublin, and the fallout is still fresh in the mind of former Ireland international turned renowned pundit Bernard Jackman, who joined Brett McKay & Harry Jones for this week's episode of The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast. The 15-point margin largely flattered Ireland, with Bernard glowing in his praise for the French team, honest in his own underestimations of Les Bleus, and clear still very disappointed about where Ireland now find themselves. It's a wonderful chat that gets to the bottom of so much. There's some interesting discussion around Wales being the most likely source of upset in this weekend's final round, too. Plus, Brett & Harry's thoughts on Super Rugby Pacific, Japan Rugby League One, and Major League Rugby. Games of the Week: • Six Nations: Italy v Ireland, Rome Wales v England, Cardiff France v Scotland, Paris • SRP Rd.5: Reds v Waratahs, Brisbane • JRL1 Week 13: Kobelco Kobe Steelers v Mie Honda Heat, Kobe • MLR Rd.5: Chicago Hounds v Old Glory DC, Chicago #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #SixNations #Ireland #France # Scotland #Wales #England #Italy #SuperRugbyPacific #UnitedRugbyChampionship #Top14 #JapanRugbyLeagueOne #MajorLeagueRugby 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 2025 Super Rugby season keeps getting better and better. The Brumbies ended a 12-year hoodoo at Eden Park, the Waratahs are still undefeated, and the Kiwis nearly were clean swept until a strong Crusaders performance in Christchurch.Christy Doran and Matt To'omua discuss the latest news from the competition - plus dive into Lions watch with the Six Nations and give an update on the hunt for the new Wallabies coach. Hosts: Christy Doran and Matt To'omua Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the studio that brought you "Pick & Drive" comes a new rugby podcast - SCRUMBAGS - your one stop shop for everything Aussie Rugby!Lachie's back to wrap up all things Super Rugby Pacific, Super W and Waratahs v Reds 2025! After a near history making round of Super Rugby Pacific, with upsets a plenty, Mitch and Lachie goe thorough all of the weekends action before turning their attention to the grudge match that is Reds vs Waratahs!SOCIALSInstagram - @scrumbagsrugbyTwitter/X - @scrumbagsrugbyJoin the chat via Discord - https://discord.gg/GMRPqyy7Keep the lights on - https://ko-fi.com/scrumbagsrugbypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Queensland recovering from one of the worst power outages ever caused by a natural disaster, Labor wins a third term in WA elections; the Waratahs surge to best start since 2009 with dominant win over Force.

Maya Stewart first played footy at age 18 and six years on she's scoring tries for fun for the Waratahs and Wallaroos, where she was the 2024 player of the year. Stewart joins Declan Byrne on 'The Saturday Sledge' to look ahead to the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup, whether she's tempted to try rugby sevens or NRLW and which mega pop star randomly gave her a shout out on Instagram.

The biggest rugby match of 2025 will almost certainly decide this year's Six Nations tournament, when Ireland host France in Dublin this weekend. The Telegraph's Charlie Morgan joined Brett McKay & Harry Jones for this week's episode of The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast, where all the weeds were got into for this blockbuster clash. France have gone down the 7-1 bench split route again, but in doing so have named a bench that almost literally weighs a tonne. Ireland have the benefit of playing a massive game at home, but also have the heartstrings angle covered, with legend stalwarts Peter O'Mahony, Cian Healy, and Conor Murray all announcing their intent to retire from International Rugby after the Six Nations. We think there's maybe only a kick between them. Plus, some quick thoughts Scotland-Wales, and England-Italy, including Steve ‘Slash' Borthwick going back to the future with a few selections Games of the Week: • 6Ns: Ireland v France, Dublin • SRP Rd.4: Waratahs v Force, Sydney • URC remnant Rd.1: Sharks v Lions, Durban • MLR Rd.4: Miami v Chicago, Fort Lauderdale #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Combo #SixNations #Ireland #France # Scotland #Wales #England #Italy #SuperRugbyPacific #UnitedRugbyChampionship #Top14 #JapanRugbyLeagueOne #MajorLeagueRugby 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

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including: Matildas interim coach addresses Sam Kerr's future as captain Waratahs coach Dan McKellar insists links to the Wallabies job aren't a distraction Machester City dumped from the Champions League The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day, with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Rugby Pacific kicks off tonight with the Crusaders hosting the Hurricanes in Christchurch before the Highlanders take on the Waratahs in Sydney. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

Curious selections for the opening weekend of Super Rugby Pacific, the French Six Nations fallout, and it's a second attempt at life post-Warren Gatland in Wales, as Geoff Parkes joined Brett McKay & Harry Jones in this week's episode of The 8-9 Combo Rugby Podcast. An already accomplished rugby columnist, Geoff Parkes provides some wonderful perceptions into Super Rugby for 2025, as well as delving into his writing processes that delivered two books over the Australian summer: 'A Year in the Life and Death of the Melbourne Rebels', the fantastic behind-the-scenes look at the 2024 demise of the Rebels, and his debut crime novel 'When the Deep Dark Bush Swallows You Whole', set in rural New Zealand. It's a fascinating insight into the writer's mind, and how major writing works come together. Games of the Week: • SRP Rd.1: Waratahs v Highlanders, Sydney FRI • URC Rd.11: Munster v Scarlets, Limerick SAT • Top 14 Rd.16: Clermont v Toulouse SUN • JRLO Wk.9: Black Rams Ricoh v Urayasu D-Rocks, Tokyo SAT • MLR Rd.1: Houston v Chicago, Houston SAT NOTE & APOLOGIES: Brett suffered a connectivity glitch early on in the epsode, and Harry had to board a plane at the end. But we got there! 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

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including: Sua'ali'i starting position confirmed ahead of Waratahs debut Reynolds takes Mam under his wing in Brisbane Hinkley to retain final say at Port Adelaide The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day, with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this jaw-dropping episode of Proper True Yarn, Adam Ashley-Cooper takes us on a wild ride through his shock Wallabies debut—a story that goes from zero to hero faster than a bullet train. While casually enjoying a beer at a South Africa vs Wallabies match, Adam gets a life-changing call from Eddie Jones. Within hours, he's racing to Perth to join the squad, completely unsure why he's even there. From scrambling to make a last-minute flight, rocking board shorts and a pink tee, to arriving without a jersey, Adam's first taste of international rugby is full of chaos. But when the game is on the line, Adam's moment comes in the final minutes—putting him on the field and earning him the prestigious Wallaby number 800. A debut no one, including his mum, saw coming.But that's not all. Adam also shares a hilarious hunting story from his time in South Africa with the Waratahs. On a safari-style game farm, Berrick Barnes—known for his frugality—gets stuck paying a hefty price for a hartebeest, much to his dismay. With laughs and unforgettable moments, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves a true underdog story.Tune in for a yarn that's as unpredictable and legendary as Adam's debut!#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.