Inside Line
Inside Line
Inside Line dives deep into the most pressing talking points and breaking news from the world of rugby hosted by Stan Sport's Michael Atkinson and Senior Sports Reporter for The Sydney Morning Heraldain Payten. Each episode brings together a panel of experts, former players, and respected journalists to dissect the latest developments in both local and global rugby scenes. Watch every game live …Social links:
Ramm Returns, Lynagh Whispers & Western Worries
The boys are back breaking down a huge week in Australian rugby, from James Ramm signing with the Western Force, to growing speculation around Tom Lynagh and his future in Queensland. We unpack the controversial Lions try that’s left fans fuming, ask hard questions after the Force’s 56 to 24 loss…
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Crichton Signs, Razor Sacked & Tahs Brawl
Inside Line Season 4 starts NOW. The team recaps a chaotic summer: the Miles Amatosero training ground incident, Angus Crichton’s shock Waratahs signing, and the All Blacks' coaching bombshell. Plus, we preview Round 1 of Super Rugby Pacific and answer your questions on the 2027 RWC schedule, th…
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Wallabies Wake Up Call
Michael Atkinson, Iain Payten, Michael Hooper and Justin Harrison provide informed perspectives on the run of poor form from the Wallabies and answer some of the most passionate fans concerns. Will the green shoots of 2025 be realised in the years to come?
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Nations Championship, R360 and Victorian Rugby
Special Guest Nick Stiles offers qualified insights into the direction of the game both domestically and globally, the evolution of the professional player and development of Carter Gordon.
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New Look Wallabies for Italian Job
Big changes expected for the Wallabies ahead of their crucial clash with Italy - the Inside Line crew have a closer look at the momentum required to win a RWC and how things looked in the lead up to 2003 and 2015. Plus, some sneaky player movements & the latest ruling around Tadgh Beirne's Red Card
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Koroibete Retires, Reg 9 & RA Alignment
Michael Hooper pays tribute to the great career of former teammate Marika Koroibete. Justin Harrison & Iain Payten provide an in depth examination of the Reg 9 requirements, the importance of it's existence and the solution to ensuring the best players are available for Internationals. Plus, Michae…
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Phil Waugh - State of the Game Special
RA CEO Phil Waugh sits down with Michael Atkinson & Iain Payten for a frank discussion about the biggest talking points in the game - Bledisloe Cup's Future, Scheduling, Financial Position, Code Hoppers, Grassroots, & Phil's Future.
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Jorgo Steps Up, Skelton Flying Back & Marky Mark Returning
Michael Hooper, Justin Harrison, Tom Decent & Michael Atkinson reflect on the biggest talking points heading into Bledisloe Cup.
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Spotlight on 10 as Bledisloe Nears
Michael Hooper, Nick Phipps, Tom Decent and Michael Atkinson have a close look at what's going on around the Fly-Half position - the pressures, the guidance, the pecking order.
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RA Debt Free, National Club Footy & A Marky Mark Return?
Michael Atkinson, Iain Payten, Michael Hooper & Justin Harrison set their sights on how RA should distribute funds following the latest financial update. Plus, discussion around the importance of bringing Mark Nawaqanitawase back & the future of a national club footy comp.
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