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The podcast they play in heaven.

Join Alfie, Alex, Will and Charlie along with the best of The Times and The Sunday Times rugby writers as they ruck over the best games and biggest names from the domestic season and the international calendar.

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Episódios 605

  1. Who is playing for an England World Cup spot?

    48 min

    Alfie, Will and Charlie look ahead to the second weekend of November.They're at the England training base to preview their match against Japan. Who is playing for a spot in the World Cup squad? Will Max Ojomoh …

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    Alfie, Will and Charlie look ahead to the second weekend of November.


    They're at the England training base to preview their match against Japan. Who is playing for a spot in the World Cup squad? Will Max Ojomoh take his opportunity? And, how can the Japanese cause England problems?


    Plus, Mark Palmer looks ahead to Scotland's game against Australia and the boys tee up the rest of the weekend's action by asking: Can an injury-hit France beat South Africa? And, who out of Scotland, Argentina, Italy and Australia are most desperate for a win?

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  2. An evening with Lewis Moody

    1 h 17 min

    Former England captain and Leicester Tigers legend Lewis Moody joins Alex to talk about his life, his career and his new book, Fronting Up. Recorded in front of a live audience at a Times Event, they chat about …

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    Former England captain and Leicester Tigers legend Lewis Moody joins Alex to talk about his life, his career and his new book, Fronting Up.


    Recorded in front of a live audience at a Times Event, they chat about winning the 2003 World Cup, the highs and lows of professional rugby and living with Motor Neurone Disease.


    From being a fresh-faced recruit, straight out of private school, to entering the Leicester Tigers dressing room in the 90s, Lewis describes the lessons he's learnt from a career in professional sport and how his diagnosis changed his perspective on life.


    A warning - the conversation occasionally uses the kind of language you might expect to hear in a rugby dressing room

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  3. Nations Championship Review: Is it time for Pollock to start?

    53 min

    Alfie, Alex and Charlie reflect on the opening weekend of November.Was Australia's performance in defeat to England one of their worst in recent years? Despite winning was Wales' performance against Japan …

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    Alfie, Alex and Charlie reflect on the opening weekend of November.


    Was Australia's performance in defeat to England one of their worst in recent years? Despite winning was Wales' performance against Japan underwhelming? And, can France earn a statement result against South Africa this Friday?


    Plus, 2003 World Cup winner Neil Back joins the pod thanks to Rugby World Cup experiences - the official provider of ticket inclusive travel and hospitality for the Rugby World Cup 2027. He explains why he wants to see Henry Pollock start for England and why Steve Borthwick's side need to start beating the best teams in the world on a consistent basis.

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  4. England dismantle dismal Wallabies

    35 min

    England began their November with a comfortable 45-22 victory over Australia at Twickenham.Alfie, Will and Charlie reflect on the performance and the victory and ask if it was the perfect start to England's …

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    England began their November with a comfortable 45-22 victory over Australia at Twickenham.


    Alfie, Will and Charlie reflect on the performance and the victory and ask if it was the perfect start to England's Autumn campaign?


    Plus, who should replace the injured Seb Atkinson against Japan? What's the latest on Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's injury? And, why were Australia so poor?

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  5. Do England have a culture problem?

    55 min

    England play Australia on Sunday to start their November internationals. But how much of an issue is the culture within the England environment?Owen Slot joins Alfie, Alex and Will to discuss his article which …

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    England play Australia on Sunday to start their November internationals. But how much of an issue is the culture within the England environment?


    Owen Slot joins Alfie, Alex and Will to discuss his article which revealed the tensions and issues within Steve Borthwick's set-up


    Will has had a chat with the former Australia winger Nick Cummins, known as the 'honey badger'. They look ahead to the match on Sunday, the World Cup in 2027 and Nick's iconic post-match one-liners.


    Then Alfie, Will and Alex react to the England team named by Steve Borthwick, explain the senior leadership's reaction to Slotty's article and tee-up the weekend.

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  6. Nations Championship preview: Who should be England's fly-half?

    44 min

    The Nations Championship returns this weekend!Ahead of a bumper month of international rugby Alfie, Stuart and Charlie look ahead to all the action.With Fin Smith potentially sidelined they ask who should start …

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    The Nations Championship returns this weekend!


    Ahead of a bumper month of international rugby Alfie, Stuart and Charlie look ahead to all the action.


    With Fin Smith potentially sidelined they ask who should start at fly-half for England against Australia? Despite their world ranking is there reason for Welsh positivity this Autumn? Plus, how much of an eye does each nation have on the world cup next year?


    And, Mark Palmer joins the show to preview Scotland's match against the All Blacks. What chance does he give Gregor Townsend's side of getting a first victory over New Zealand?

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  7. Rain-soaked Prem thrills, Borthwick's squad and Mitchell's England dilemma

    58 min

    Following Derby Weekend in the Gallagher Prem Alfie, Alex, Elgan and Barnsey look back on the action.They pick through an entertaining round of matches which, despite the torrential conditions, produced some …

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    Following Derby Weekend in the Gallagher Prem Alfie, Alex, Elgan and Barnsey look back on the action.


    They pick through an entertaining round of matches which, despite the torrential conditions, produced some excellent match-ups!


    What is going wrong for Sale and Saracens? Have Harlequins turned a corner? And, are Gloucester proving that they're the real deal?


    Plus, the boys chat about Steve Borthwick's England training squad ahead of the November internationals and look back on another defeat for the Red Roses! Following their defeat to Canada John Mitchell raised concerns about the PWR. Is he right to question the amount of game-time for England players? Or is the bigger picture more important?

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  8. Derby day ding dongs! Inside Leicester Tigers

    50 min

    It's Derby Weekend in the Gallagher Prem!So, Will and Alfie have travelled to Leicester to chat with tight-head Joe Heyes and Tigers' captain Ollie Chessum.They preview their massive game against rivals …

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    It's Derby Weekend in the Gallagher Prem!


    So, Will and Alfie have travelled to Leicester to chat with tight-head Joe Heyes and Tigers' captain Ollie Chessum.


    They preview their massive game against rivals Northampton Saints this weekend and chat about leadership, the club's DNA and why it's best to embrace the spice of a local derby.


    Plus, why was Ollie grumpy? And, how will Joe get on with Will's history quiz?

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  9. Will Spain host the World Cup? Plus England’s European struggles and the Red Roses lose

    58 min

    Spain have launched their bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup!The federations president Juan Carlos Martin 'Hansen' joins Alfie, Will and Elgan and explains why hosting the world cup would be transformative …

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    Spain have launched their bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup!


    The federations president Juan Carlos Martin 'Hansen' joins Alfie, Will and Elgan and explains why hosting the world cup would be transformative for rugby in the country. He also outlines plans for a professional Spanish franchise to join the URC and their hopes of competing in the 6 Nations.


    Plus, in the Champions Cup it was a poor weekend of results for the English clubs. Have Bath already blown any hope of winning the competition?


    And, the Red Roses finally lost a test match, what does that reveal about the women's game?

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  10. Wild scores and thin crowds: how healthy is the Prem?

    53 min

    Following the third round of action in the Gallagher Prem Alfie, Will and Charlie review both the amazing matches on the pitch and the storylines off it.Is Northampton 71, Bath 48 a good thing for the sport? …

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    Following the third round of action in the Gallagher Prem Alfie, Will and Charlie review both the amazing matches on the pitch and the storylines off it.


    Is Northampton 71, Bath 48 a good thing for the sport? Why are we getting so many crazy scorelines? And, does the league have an attendance problem?


    Plus, issues with synthetic pitches, New Zealand winning the Bledisloe again and the Champions Cup returns.

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  11. Another Harlequins crisis and Venter bottles the media

    52 min

    Alfie, Will, Charlie and Elgan look back on the second round of action from the Prem.Gloucester, Bristol and Bath remain unbeaten, whilst Sale picked up a hugely important victory away to Saracens.Exeter and …

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    Alfie, Will, Charlie and Elgan look back on the second round of action from the Prem.


    Gloucester, Bristol and Bath remain unbeaten, whilst Sale picked up a hugely important victory away to Saracens.


    Exeter and Harlequins both remain without a win, which club should be more concerned?


    Are Harlequins in another crisis? What's so impressive about Bristol's defence? And, would a Prem Welsh XV beat an equivalent side from the URC?


    Plus, after Brendan Venter changed his job title to 'Wine consultant' to avoid media duties, the boys discuss why it's an issue and what it reveals about the club.

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  12. Gloucester, Bristol or Pollock’s hair: Who made the biggest Prem statement?

    35 min

    The opening weekend of the Gallagher Prem saw Gloucester, Bristol, Bath and Saracens all win away from home.Alfie, Charlie and Elgan ask which result was the biggest statement and look back on all of the …

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    The opening weekend of the Gallagher Prem saw Gloucester, Bristol, Bath and Saracens all win away from home.


    Alfie, Charlie and Elgan ask which result was the biggest statement and look back on all of the action.


    Should Sale be worried after they lost at home to Bristol? How did Saracens manage an away win at Leicester despite having a 20-minute red card? And, is Henry Pollock worth £400,000 a year?


    Plus, by beating South Africa did Australia show that they'll be a force at their home World Cup in 2027? And, should the Black Ferns have settled for a draw against the Red Roses?

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  13. Welsh Chaos to Gloucester: Jac Morgan & Dewi Lake

    34 min

    Gloucester begin their Gallagher Prem campaign away to Exeter Chiefs this weekend!For a city with such a strong rugby history they have never won the Premiership and have only reached the play-offs once in the …

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    Gloucester begin their Gallagher Prem campaign away to Exeter Chiefs this weekend!


    For a city with such a strong rugby history they have never won the Premiership and have only reached the play-offs once in the last fifteen years.


    So will their fortunes change this season?


    Alfie and Will are at Kingsholm to chat with Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan. The Welsh internationals joined the club this summer from the Ospreys. They chat about dealing with the chaos in Welsh rugby in recent years, why they moved to the Prem and the new initiation at Gloucester now that the infamous 'milk challenge' has been replaced with something else.

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  14. From Sarries & Brive to Sale: Lozowski, Lawes & a possible England re-call

    40 min

    As we continue to build-up to the start of the new Gallagher Prem season, Alfie and Will are in the North-West.They've made the trip to Sale Sharks to chat with new signings Alex Lozowski and Courtney …

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    As we continue to build-up to the start of the new Gallagher Prem season, Alfie and Will are in the North-West.


    They've made the trip to Sale Sharks to chat with new signings Alex Lozowski and Courtney Lawes.


    Lawes returns to English rugby following two years playing for Brive in Pro D2. Will he return to the England squad in time for the 2027 World Cup? And why has he made the move to Sale?


    Lozowski joins after ten years with Saracens. He explains why it's a homecoming of sorts and what the club can achieve this season.


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  15. Season Preview: Who will win the 2026/2027 Gallagher Prem?

    1 h

    It's the start of a new Gallagher Prem season!Alfie and Will are at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, to look ahead to another campaign.They're joined by Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Dan McFarland, Harlequins and …

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    It's the start of a new Gallagher Prem season!


    Alfie and Will are at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, to look ahead to another campaign.


    They're joined by Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Dan McFarland, Harlequins and England prop Fin Baxter and the Northampton Saints and England fly-half Fin Smith.


    Will Newcastle - now into a second season under Red Bull ownership - have a more successful campaign? Can Harlequins bounce back from last year's disappointment? And, will Northampton do a better job of defending their title than the last time they were defending champions?


    Plus, will Sale's blockbuster recruitment drag them back up the table? What will Saracens look like under Brendan Venter? And - the all-important question - who will win the league this year?

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  16. Will a 6 Nations match happen in the USA?

    44 min

    Rugby's Greatest Rivalry concluded with the Springboks winning the fourth test in Baltimore to secure a 3-1 series victory.Alfie, Alex, Charlie and Elgan look back on the epic contest and discuss the best …

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    Rugby's Greatest Rivalry concluded with the Springboks winning the fourth test in Baltimore to secure a 3-1 series victory.


    Alfie, Alex, Charlie and Elgan look back on the epic contest and discuss the best approach for beating the Boks.


    With the match taking place in the USA they ask why rugby is taking matches Stateside? Was the occasion a success? And, could a 6 Nations match really happen in the US? It follows the news last week that World Rugby is keen for a fixture to take place across the Atlantic.


    Plus, why have England given Steve Borthwick a contract extension? And the Red Roses were back in action and, as always, back winning.


    ***


    From captaining the England rugby team to tackling life's toughest challenges — including his recent MND diagnosis — Lewis Moody has always been a man of action.


    Don't miss Lewis in London on November 5th, where he'll be sitting down with Times rugby correspondent Alex Lowe to discuss his new book, Fronting Up. Expect an honest and deeply inspiring conversation exploring the mistakes, triumphs, and life lessons that forged a great man's mettle.


    For tickets, head to thetimes.com/events

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  17. Boks vs All Blacks: Does the 4th test count?

    39 min

    The third match in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry produced another brilliant test!South Africa leads the series 2-1 after beating New Zealand 29-24. Attention now turns to the USA as the fourth test takes place in …

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    The third match in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry produced another brilliant test!


    South Africa leads the series 2-1 after beating New Zealand 29-24. Attention now turns to the USA as the fourth test takes place in Baltimore.


    But, does that matter? Were the three games in South Africa the ones the nations cared about most? And, how far ahead of the rest are the Springboks and All Blacks?


    Alfie, Charlie and Elgan react to the 3rd test and discuss whether other nations have a chance of beating South Africa.


    They also look ahead to the start of the WXV, react to Steve Borthwick's latest training squad and ask, 'What is the point of the Prem Cup?'


    ***


    From captaining the England rugby team to tackling life's toughest challenges — including his recent MND diagnosis — Lewis Moody has always been a man of action.


    Don't miss Lewis in London on November 5th, where he'll be sitting down with Times rugby correspondent Alex Lowe to discuss his new book, Fronting Up. Expect an honest and deeply inspiring conversation exploring the mistakes, triumphs, and life lessons that forged a great man's mettle.


    For tickets, head to thetimes.com/events

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  18. Is the 3rd test the unofficial decider? Plus: Did Rassie break the rules?

    39 min

    The Greatest Rivalry series is level at 1-1!South Africa beat New Zealand in Cape Town and now attention turns to the third test in Johannesburg. Despite being a four match series, is the third test - which is …

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    The Greatest Rivalry series is level at 1-1!


    South Africa beat New Zealand in Cape Town and now attention turns to the third test in Johannesburg. Despite being a four match series, is the third test - which is the final one on South African soil - the unofficial decider?


    Alfie and Alex reflect on the second test including the controversial build-up, in which Rassie Erasmus made multiple changes to his matchday squad. Was this within the regulations? Did it go against the spirit of the game?


    Plus, legendary former All Blacks captain Sean Fitzpatrick chats to Alex about the upcoming film 'Jonah' which focuses on the iconic Jonah Lomu. Sean explains why there will never be another player like him.

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  19. An All Blacks win for the ages: Is Pollard South Africa's answer?

    38 min

    The first test between South Africa and New Zealand produced a famous win for the All Blacks. Can South Africa respond?Was this the best thing for the four match series? Why has Rassie Erasmus named his team …

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    The first test between South Africa and New Zealand produced a famous win for the All Blacks. Can South Africa respond?


    Was this the best thing for the four match series? Why has Rassie Erasmus named his team for the second test already despite injury concerns? And, how important was Saturday's victory for New Zealand under Dave Rennie?


    Alfie and Charlie are in studio to analyse the key moments which led to the All Blacks' victory and ask how big an impact will this have on the back-to-back world champions?


    Alex dials in from South Africa to react to Rassie's team for the second test and explains why Handre Pollard has been selected over Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.


    ***


    From captaining the England rugby team to tackling life's toughest challenges — including his recent MND diagnosis — Lewis Moody has always been a man of action.


    Don't miss Lewis in London on November 5th, where he'll be sitting down with Times rugby correspondent Alex Lowe to discuss his new book, Fronting Up. Expect an honest and deeply inspiring conversation exploring the mistakes, triumphs, and life lessons that forged a great man's mettle.


    For tickets, head to thetimes.com/events.

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  20. The Greatest Rivalry: Is this New Zealand's ultimate test?

    36 min

    South Africa and New Zealand play the first test of their four match 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series this weekend.Alfie is joined by Alex and New Zealand journalist Jamie Wall, who are both in South Africa …

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    South Africa and New Zealand play the first test of their four match 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series this weekend.


    Alfie is joined by Alex and New Zealand journalist Jamie Wall, who are both in South Africa, to look ahead to the series.


    How big are the next four matches for rugby's two super-powers? How does it compare to when England took on the Boks just six weeks ago? And, why has there been a war of words this week in the build-up?


    Jamie explains the headlines from Dave Rennie's All Blacks team selection and why winning the first test is so pivotal for New Zealand.


    ***


    From captaining the England rugby team to tackling life's toughest challenges — including his recent MND diagnosis — Lewis Moody has always been a man of action.


    Don't miss Lewis in London on November 5th, where he'll be sitting down with Times rugby correspondent Alex Lowe to discuss his new book, Fronting Up. Expect an honest and deeply inspiring conversation exploring the mistakes, triumphs, and life lessons that forged a great man's mettle.


    For tickets, head to hetimes.com/events.

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  21. Rugby’s Greatest Rivals| Episode 6: The Incomparables and a rivalry reimagined

    26 min

    In episode 6 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, the sport is hurtling into the professional era.South Africa are world champions after 1995 but New Zealand are on the verge …

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    In episode 6 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, the sport is hurtling into the professional era.


    South Africa are world champions after 1995 but New Zealand are on the verge of one of their greatest moments. We hear from John Hart, who led the All Blacks on their 1996 tour of South Africa, as well as former players Sean Fitzpatrick, Ian Jones and Josh Kronfeld. 


    Was theirs the greatest New Zealand side of all time? Plus, former Springbok Joel Stransky describes the team’s struggle to replicate the dizzying heights of ‘95. 


    This podcast was produced and edited by Alfie Reynolds, with help from Hope Federico, Rob Wallace, Jamie Wall and David Whisson. 


    Read more: Rugby’s Greatest Rivals: Springboks v All Blacks 

    Clips: DSPN Rugby (John Hart interview)

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  22. Rugby’s Greatest Rivals | Episode 5: Readmission for a Rainbow Nation

    25 min

    In episode 5 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, Nelson Mandela walks free, apartheid crumbles and South Africa becomes a new country.The Springboks and the All Blacks face …

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    In episode 5 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, Nelson Mandela walks free, apartheid crumbles and South Africa becomes a new country.


    The Springboks and the All Blacks face off once more, with Mandela seizing the opportunity to help heal a wounded nation. With the 1995 World Cup reaching its final, two of the players - former Springbok Joel Stransky and All Black captain Sean Fitzpatrick - describe being part of one of the greatest moments in sporting history.


    This podcast was produced and edited by Alfie Reynolds, with help from Hope Federico, Robert Wallace, Jamie Wall and David Whisson. 


    Read more: Rugby’s Greatest Rivals: Springboks v All Blacks 

    Clips: World Rugby (1995 World Cup final)

    Photo: Getty Images

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  23. Rugby’s Greatest Rivals | Episode 4: Rebellion to isolation

    20 min

    In episode 4 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, we focus on the most controversial rugby tour in history: the 1986 New Zealand Cavaliers.Despite the global boycott, a group …

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    In episode 4 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, we focus on the most controversial rugby tour in history: the 1986 New Zealand Cavaliers.


    Despite the global boycott, a group of rebel Kiwi players agree to tour South Africa. Former Springbok Schalk Burger Sr describes how he found out about the deal before any of his teammates - and why it opened a door to the players being paid. 


    The chair of New Zealand Rugby and former World Cup-winning All Black captain David Kirk also explains his decision not to tour, and the fierce reaction amongst the NZ public when the tour went ahead.


    This podcast was produced and edited by Alfie Reynolds, with help from Hope Federico, Robert Wallace, Jamie Wall and David Whisson. 


    Read more: Rugby’s Greatest Rivals: Springboks v All Blacks 

    Photo: Getty Images

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  24. Rugby’s Greatest Rivals | Episode 3: The Flour Bomb test

    16 min

    In episode 3 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, we are into the 1980s - a decade defined by rebellion.The 1981 Springbok tour to New Zealand goes ahead despite an …

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    In episode 3 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, we are into the 1980s - a decade defined by rebellion.


    The 1981 Springbok tour to New Zealand goes ahead despite an international agreement to stop sporting contact with apartheid South Africa. Unrest culminates in flour bombs being thrown out of aircraft at the players. Former Springbok Rob Louw reflects on matters on and off the pitch.


    This podcast was produced and edited by Alfie Reynolds, with help from Hope Federico, Robert Wallace, Jamie Wall and David Whisson. 


    Read more: Rugby’s Greatest Rivals: Springboks v All Blacks 

    Photo: Getty Images

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  25. Rugby’s Greatest Rivals | Episode 2: Racial lines drawn, and blurred

    26 min

    In episode 2 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, the former Springbok Morne du Plessis talks about the sheer, violent ferocity of test matches between South Africa and New …

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    In episode 2 of our special series on the fierce rivalry between rugby’s superpowers, the former Springbok Morne du Plessis talks about the sheer, violent ferocity of test matches between South Africa and New Zealand. 


    For decades, these matches continue to be played among the shadows of race tensions in both countries. The introduction of apartheid adds pressure, boiling over in a boycott of the 1976 Montreal Olympics.


    This podcast was produced and edited by Alfie Reynolds, with help from Hope Federico, Robert Wallace, Jamie Wall and David Whisson. 


    Read more: Rugby’s Greatest Rivals: Springboks v All Blacks 

    Photo: Getty Images

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  26. Rugby’s Greatest Rivals | Episode 1: Consider your country at war

    12 min

    The Springboks and All Blacks share a rivalry like no other - and it’s about so much more than just the rugby itself. The real story goes back over a century of racism, rebel tours, politics and protest …

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    The Springboks and All Blacks share a rivalry like no other - and it’s about so much more than just the rugby itself. The real story goes back over a century of racism, rebel tours, politics and protest, fuelling fierce confrontations on the field. 


    With South Africa and New Zealand about to kick-off a four test series branded 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry', Alex, Will and Elgan bring you a special podcast series charting the history of battles between rugby’s superpowers. 


    Our story starts over a century ago, in a world recovering from war, where tension over race is sparked by the infamous 'Blackett telegram'.


    This podcast was produced and edited by Alfie Reynolds, with help from Hope Federico, Robert Wallace, Jamie Wall and David Whisson. 


    Read more: Rugby’s Greatest Rivals: Springboks v All Blacks 

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  27. Nations Championship Round 3: Are Ireland still a top side? Plus, a new Springbok captain?

    53 min

    The 3rd round of the Nations Championship saw New Zealand hammer Ireland, England hold on to win against Argentina and South Africa destroy Wales.Alfie Reynolds, Stuart Barnes and Charlie Morgan look back on …

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    The 3rd round of the Nations Championship saw New Zealand hammer Ireland, England hold on to win against Argentina and South Africa destroy Wales.


    Alfie Reynolds, Stuart Barnes and Charlie Morgan look back on all the action and Mark Palmer joins to reflect on Scotland's summer.


    Could it be the end of Siya Kolisi as the Springbok captain? Are Ireland no longer one of the best sides in the world? And, did the officials get the big decision right at the end of Argentina vs England?


    Can Scotland now compete with the top teams? What do Wales take away from defeat in South Africa? And, can England kick on in November?

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  28. Borthwick slams the "Negativity Committee" as England dodge disaster

    55 min

    England finished their Nations Championship matches this summer by beating Argentina 24-31!Steve Borthwick's side produced some of their best rugby of 2026 but also suffered the same disciplinary issues which …

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    England finished their Nations Championship matches this summer by beating Argentina 24-31!


    Steve Borthwick's side produced some of their best rugby of 2026 but also suffered the same disciplinary issues which saw them almost collapse to draw.


    The TMO saved England when Argentina thought they had scored a try with the final play of the match. So, after a mad match Will Kelleher and Alex Lowe are back in Buenos Aires to reflect on the game, Steve Borthwick's punchy post-match comments and the Nations Championship as a whole.


    They discuss whether the competition has been more successful than they expected, why Borthwick hit back despite the obvious discipline problems and where this leaves the team heading into November.

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  29. Can Los Pumas inflict another Argentine defeat on England?

    53 min

    Argentina host England in the Nations Championship this weekend!Can Los Pumas make it another Argentine win following the football World Cup semi-final?Will Kelleher and Alex Lowe are in Buenos Aires to reflect …

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    Argentina host England in the Nations Championship this weekend!


    Can Los Pumas make it another Argentine win following the football World Cup semi-final?


    Will Kelleher and Alex Lowe are in Buenos Aires to reflect on an incredible night in the capital and to look ahead to the weekend. They explain why Henry Pollock has been named on the bench by Steve Borthwick, why this is England's biggest test of the summer and the advantage of having Marcus Smith at full-back.


    Plus, can Ireland be the first side to win at Eden Park in the professional era?


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  30. How can anyone stop the Springboks?

    53 min

    After the second round of the Nations Championship Alfie Reynolds, Stuart Barnes and Charlie Morgan look back on all of the action.They ask which nation might be able to compete with South Africa at the next …

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    After the second round of the Nations Championship Alfie Reynolds, Stuart Barnes and Charlie Morgan look back on all of the action.


    They ask which nation might be able to compete with South Africa at the next World Cup and what style of rugby could cause them problems. That's after a weakened Springboks team beat Scotland despite an impressive display from Gregor Townsend's men.


    Plus, are the All Blacks under Dave Rennie once again playing to their strengths? Should Henry Pollock start for England away in Argentina? And, Peter O'Reilly looks ahead to Ireland's trip to Eden Park.

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