This week on Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the news around Sam Cane's departure from New Zealand Rugby after this year and who leads the race to be both captain and openside flanker for the All Blacks in 2024.

We dig into the weekend that was in Super Rugby, with the Blues taking another step towards top seeding and we analyse a shock Black Ferns defeat to Canada.

This week on Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the news around Sam Cane's departure from New Zealand Rugby after this year and who leads the race to be both captain and openside flanker for the All Blacks in 2024.
We dig into the weekend that was in Super Rugby, with the Blues taking another step towards top seeding and we analyse a shock Black Ferns defeat to Canada.

Every week, Rugby Direct gives you the lowdown on all you need to know from the rugby world. 

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Rugby Direct - Episode 122

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier react to a major coaching coup for New Zealand Rugby, with Tony Brown signing on as an All Blacks assistant coach from 2028.

The boys also turn their attention to the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals - can anyone stop the Cane train as the business end of the season heats up?

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On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier react to a major coaching coup for New Zealand Rugby, with Tony Brown signing on as an All Blacks assistant coach from 2028.
The boys also turn their attention to the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals - can anyone stop the Cane train as the business end of the season heats up?
LISTEN ABOVE

Rugby Direct Episode 234: Cane train charging: Semis loom and ABs coaching coup

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On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier dive headfirst into the business end of the Super Rugby Pacific season, breaking down all the key matchups as the playoffs get underway. 

Plus, Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley joins the podcast for an in-depth conversation about the future of the competition. 

LISTEN ABOVE 

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier dive headfirst into the business end of the Super Rugby Pacific season, breaking down all the key matchups as the playoffs get underway.&nbsp;
Plus, Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley joins the podcast for an in-depth conversation about the future of the competition.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

Rugby Direct Episode 233: Breaking down the key matchups of the Super Rugby playoffs

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/e9c4110e-7b33-4f7c-9f9c-b46000091a85/transcript

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down a blockbuster playoff weekend as the race for the title heats up.  

With the finals now locked in, who are the genuine favourites and which side could swoop in late and steal the win?  

Plus, they dig into the latest on rising star Fehi Fineanganofo – is he staying put? 

LISTEN ABOVE 

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down a blockbuster playoff weekend as the race for the title heats up. &nbsp;
With the finals now locked in, who are the genuine favourites and which side could swoop in late and steal the win? &nbsp;
Plus, they dig into the latest on rising star Fehi Fineanganofo – is he staying put?&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

Rugby Direct Episode 232: All eyes on the title - looking ahead to the Super Rugby Pacific finals

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/81dca9b0-4b54-4fac-a06f-b45d000226d0/transcript

Rugby Direct - Episode 122

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