On the midweek edition of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith (Newstalk ZB ) and Liam Napier (NZ Herald) discuss the breaking news out of Paris that Mark Tele'a has been stood down for a breach of team protocol and won't appear in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final against Ireland.

We also analyse the team named by Ian Foster and his selectors and cast an eye over the other 3 RWC quarter-finals.

On the midweek edition of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith (Newstalk ZB ) and Liam Napier (NZ Herald) discuss the breaking news out of Paris that Mark Tele'a has been stood down for a breach of team protocol and won't appear in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final against Ireland.
We also analyse the team named by Ian Foster and his selectors and cast an eye over the other 3 RWC quarter-finals.

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.

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Rugby Direct - Episode 99

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 99

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