This week on Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier review the All Blacks win over Japan in Yokohama and look ahead to Sunday morning's big test against England, we also review the NPC final and sit down with New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson in London to chat some of the burning issues in the sport.

This week on Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier review the All Blacks win over Japan in Yokohama and look ahead to Sunday morning's big test against England, we also review the NPC final and sit down with New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson in London to chat some of the burning issues in the sport.

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

Whether it's the All Blacks, Black Ferns, NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, or just what's going down at the club grounds, we have you covered on your home for all things rugby. 

Listen on iHeartRadio for every angle, every moment, and every opinion.

Every week, Rugby Direct gives you the lowdown on all you need to know from the rugby world. Whether it's the All Blacks, Black Ferns, NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, or just what's going down at the club grounds, we have you covered on your home for all things rugby. Listen on iHeartRadio for every angle, every moment, and every opinion.

Every week, Rugby Direct gives you the lowdown on all you need to know from the rugby world. Powered by Newstalk ZB and iHeartRadio

Rugby Direct

Rugby Direct - Episode 144

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/8d92f8e4-bec7-4a99-804e-b217016fcb33/transcript

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join us from Sydney after the All Blacks' commanding victory over Australia, highlighted by a devastating first-half blitz at Accor Stadium.

With the Bledisloe Cup campaign complete, what did we learn from the final two tests across the Tasman?

And with the end-of-year tour looming, just how prepared are Dave Rennie's side for the next tour? 

LISTEN ABOVE 

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join us from Sydney after the All Blacks' commanding victory over Australia, highlighted by a devastating first-half blitz at Accor Stadium.
With the Bledisloe Cup campaign complete, what did we learn from the final two tests across the Tasman?
And with the end-of-year tour looming, just how prepared are Dave Rennie's side for the next tour?&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE

Rugby Direct Episode 265: What We Learned From The Bledisloe Series

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/51299088-25d6-47d0-af91-b4e7012927d7/transcript

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join us from Sydney as attention turns to the second Bledisloe Cup test.  

The All Blacks side has been named and coach Dave Rennie has made several notable changes to his starting XV.  

The boys break down the key selection calls, what they reveal about the All Blacks' direction, and whether Rennie has gone far enough ahead of another crucial clash with the Wallabies. 

LISTEN ABOVE 

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join us from Sydney as attention turns to the second Bledisloe Cup test. &nbsp;
The All Blacks side has been named and coach Dave Rennie has made several notable changes to his starting XV. &nbsp;
The boys break down the key selection calls, what they reveal about the All Blacks' direction, and whether Rennie has gone far enough ahead of another crucial clash with the Wallabies.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

Rugby Direct Episode 264: All Blacks ring the changes

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/7214a419-a312-48af-b555-b4e401700550/transcript

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down another dominant All Blacks performance at Eden Park, as New Zealand extended its incredible winning streak at the fortress and kept the Bledisloe Cup safely locked away for another year. 

What were the key factors behind the victory? Which players stood out? And what changes, if any, should Dave Rennie make ahead of the second test? 

The boys debate all the big talking points from the opening clash and look ahead to what's next for the All Blacks.

LISTEN ABOVE

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down another dominant All Blacks performance at Eden Park, as New Zealand extended its incredible winning streak at the fortress and kept the Bledisloe Cup safely locked away for another year.&nbsp;
What were the key factors behind the victory? Which players stood out? And what changes, if any, should Dave Rennie make ahead of the second test?&nbsp;
The boys debate all the big talking points from the opening clash and look ahead to what's next for the All Blacks.
LISTEN ABOVE

Rugby Direct Episode 263: Fortress Eden delivers again

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/caf6b730-8056-46b2-890a-b4e0017720de/transcript

Rugby Direct - Episode 144

In 1 playlist(s)

Rugby Direct

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips