Sam Bruce and Christy Doran react immediately to the draw for Rugby World Cup 2027, breaking down the tournament machinations and the ramifications of Australia and New Zealand being together in Pool A. They extrapolate the draw out to try and predict a knock-out stage, look at the winners and losers, and what some of the key games are in the early stages, before discussing some of the reaction from Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt, skipper Harry Wilson and All Blacks great Dan Carter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran return for the penultimate time in 2025, picking apart another Wallabies defeat, this time by France. They examine some of the failings of the end-of-year tour, but then look ahead to 2026 and ponder how the handover from Joe Schmidt to Less Kiss might work. They then pick out some of their highlights of the year, discuss the Springboks' scrum annihilation of Ireland, discuss the All Blacks' progress and then look ahead to the Rugby World Cup draw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dig into yet another Wallabies defeat, lamenting a woeful night in the air and the lineout in the loss to Ireland; they react to news of James O'Connor's departure and wonder if there are some grumblings going on beneath the surface; and try to identify the root of Australia's second-half and bench issues. They then look at England's win over the All Blacks and a shifting power dominance at the top of the rankings, discuss the weakness New Zealand share with Australia, and then break down a famous Pumas win in Edinburgh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down a dire night for the Wallabies in Udine, analysing how and why it went so wrong against Italy. They try to find some positives, and look ahead to next weekend's Test against Ireland, debating whether it is time for Harry Wilson to have a rest and what other changes might be made. They then look ahead to the longer-term Wallabies future, before wrapping up the big Test matches in Edinburgh and Paris, the latter highlighted by a rare full red card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran unpack Australia's 25-7 loss to Twickenham in London, questioning Joe Schmidt's selections and tactics; they heap praise on England and analyse their return to type; they discuss the pre-game breakdown antics; and then look ahead to Italy, what changes should be made, and how Australia can get back to their best. They also review the All Blacks' win over Ireland, and look ahead to the rest of the weekend's Tests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran reflect on the Wallabies' narrow win over Japan, agreeing Joe Schmidt "got away" with his calculated risk of 13 changes; they then look ahead to Saturday's clash with England, and what the fresh legs could mean at Twickenham. They then discuss the unavailability of Len Ikitau, Tom Hooper and James O'Connor and the curious situation the trio is in; before they then turn their attention to the Rugby Championship and a potential move to align with the Six Nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce returns after a short hiatus, joining Christy Doran to discuss the big news of Carter Gordon's return to Australian rugby. The duo break down what his inclusion in the Wallabies spring tour squad means, where it leaves Joe Schmidt other playmakers, and a lack of centralisation in Australian rugby. They then break down the rest of the Wallabies squad, discuss the latest developments in Rugby R360, and react to reports of major budget cuts for the Wallaroos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran wrap up the final weekend of Rugby Championship action, dissecting the Wallabies lacklustre finale against the All Blacks and the Springboks triumph; they discuss Tane Edmed's performance and Quade Cooper's comments, before rating the Wallabies' tournament as a whole, and talk through the latest in R360. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran breakdown what went wrong for the Wallabies at Eden Park including James O'Connor's clangers; they dissect the referee's performance, and discuss the changes that will be made before Bledisloe II in Perth; they laud Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's sublime performance for the Boks and look at Cheslin Kolbe's brain fade before they congratulate England on a huge World Cup final triumph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran preview what's set to be a huge game at Eden Park, breaking down what needs to go right for the Wallabies, before they discuss the absence of Rob Valetini and Will Skelton, and look at the talent returning for the All Blacks; they look at the crucial clash in Durban between the Springboks and Pumas before they discuss the women's Rugby World Cup final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran wrap up the latest from the Rugby Championship, including the Wallabies rise to the top of the table and the controversial referee decision that helped get them there; they breakdown the All Blacks massive defeat to the Springboks, with the pressure right back on Scott Robertson; they discuss what happens next for the Wallaroos and women's rugby in Australia, before they have a look at Australia's latest competition Super Rugby Aus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran wrap up Australia's incredible post-siren win over Argentina, breaking down the hectic final six minutes; they highlight Harry Wilson and his role within the group, and question whether that was Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's best game of the year; before analysing the All Blacks win over the Springboks to keep the Eden Park unbeaten run alive, and congratulate the Wallaroos on reaching the women's World Cup quarterfinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran breakdown the Wallabies squad, before previewing the Argentina series and massive All Blacks-Springboks clash at Eden Park; question whether Rugby Australia should make moves to bring Mark Nawaqanitawase back to rugby; analyse where it went wrong for the Wallaroos against the USA and question whether Nigel Owens' Whistle Watch is a good idea by World Rugby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran wrap up Australia's tour of South Africa, discussing where the second Test in Cape Town was won and lost, Corey Toole's sublime Wallabies debut, analyse several controversial referee decisions, and they look at Tom Wright's injury and who slots into the vacant fullback role. Before talking the Pumas historic win over the All Blacks and where New Zealand stand ahead of their home series against the Springboks, and the Wallaroos fantastic win to open the women's Rugby World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up Australia's extraordinary 38-22 victory in South Africa, rating it among the Wallabies' greatest ever wins and just whether it means the team is officially back; they highlight the influence of James O'Connor and how Australia worked their way back into the Test; they analyse where things went wrong for the Springboks; they cover off the injuries and discuss what changes should be made for the second Test; before talking Campo [again], the All Blacks' win over the Pumas and the women's Rugby World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran look ahead to the Rugby Championship, reacting to the Springboks' Monday team naming and what the Wallabies might do selections-wise; they ponder what a pass mark might be for Australia and discuss the importance of the tournament from a World Cup seeding perspective; they dig into the latest R360 reports and argue whether the competition might actually help Australian rugby; and then talk Richie Mo'unga's contract, the return of Super Round, and the Wallaroos' World Cup hopes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the Wallabies 22-12 win over the British and Irish Lions in Sydney, analysing how they did it and lamenting what might have been had they finished the job in Melbourne; slam the handling of Dan Sheehan's clean-out on Tom Lynagh; they reflect on the series as a whole and name their players and moments of the past three games; they discuss where Australia are at and how the squad might look for the Rugby Championship; and then dig into the threat of R360 and look ahead to the Wallaroos' World Cup campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran preview the third and final Test between the Wallabies and Lions, discussing Nic White's shock selection and the other Wallabies changes; they try to find some reasons why Australia might spring an upset and react to some of Joe Schmidt's confusing messaging; they also gaze a little further into the Test season and look at what a win might mean for the Wallabies moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dive into the second Test, starting with the decision that has divided the rugby world. They pull apart the Jac Morgan-cleanout, extrapolating what it means for the game going forward, before analysing the Wallabies performance and where they left themselves vulnerable in the second half. The they look ahead to the third Test, debate what changes should be made, and then discuss the broader impact of the Lions tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran bring you all the latest team news out of Wallabies camp, discussing the changes Joe Schmidt has made for the second Test with the Lions; they question his management of players and the captaincy situation following Will Skelton's return; they break down the Lions team news and how this game might be played; before reflecting on the First Nations-Pasifika XV concept and whether it might have a future going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down the Lions' 27-19 win over the Wallabies in Brisbane, analysing what the tourists did so well and where it all went wrong for Australia; they dig into some of the key selections, decisions and moments that told the story of the match; before looking ahead to Melbourne and pondering how much difference Rob Valetini will make and what other changes Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt should entertain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran take one last look at the opening Test between the Wallabies and Lions from outside Suncorp Stadium, aka Lang Park, reacting to Tom Lynagh's promotion to the run-on side and Rob Valetini's absence; they analyse how the Wallabies might look to play and discuss their injury run in the build-up and news of Pete Samu's rejection from the First Nations-Pasifika XV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break look ahead to the first Test between the Wallabies and Lions, reacting to Joe Schmidt's squad and the selection of James O'Connor; they ponder some selection headaches and the Wallabies captaincy conundrum; the break down the Lions form and what sort of game might be played; before they review the AUNZ concept, the rest of the weekend's Test action, and news that Kalyn Ponga might be keen on a code switch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy dive into a massive 24 hours for Australian rugby, pulling apart the Waratahs-Lions and Wallabies-Fiji fixtures. They dig into Australia's performance in Newcastle, pondering whether Joe Schmidt needs to add an experienced playmaker; they discuss their tactics and lack of polish; before heaping praise on Fiji. They do the same for the Waratahs, the performances of Charlie Gamble and Darby Lancaster; and also dive into "watergate", and the AUNZ and Brumbies lineups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dive into the news that Owen Farrell is on his way to Australia to replace the injured Elliot Daly; they look back at the tourists' big win over the Reds; and look ahead to the Wallabies' clash with Fiji and the Waratahs' date with the Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the Lions' victory over Western Force, analysing which players enhanced their hopes of featuring in the Test series; they react to Taniela Tupou's release to the Waratahs and his looming exit from Australian rugby; they look ahead to the Reds-Lions in Brisbane, pondering whether an upset might be possible, and then the Wallabies-Fiji clash in Newcastle, before casting an eye over the rest of the rugby action around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dive into a bumper pod; discussing comments from the Lions' CEO around Wallaby releases for tour games; they break down Joe Schmidt's squad from last week, analysing why Nick Champion De Crespigny and Corey Toole were selected; they look at the Lions' loss to the Pumas and whether a South America tour should happen; and pick apart yet another Crusaders Super Rugby title and the first All Blacks squad of 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran reflect on the Super Rugby Pacific semis, pondering if or how Australian teams can upset the status quo; they dig into the Brumbies performance and where the ACT came up short against the Chiefs, before looking at the controversial finish to the Crusaders-Blues contest; they then look ahead to the final, preview Thursday's Wallabies squad naming, react to news of Richie Mo'unga's withdrawal from the AUNZ and the introduction of a Super Rugby AUS competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the opening weekend of the Super Rugby finals, heaping praise on the Brumbies following their win over the Hurricanes; they discuss Stephen Larkham and whether Rugby Australia may have made the wrong decision as Wallabies coach; they also talk Michael Cheika's run with Leicester, the confusing Super Rugby finals system, and then pick their 38-man Wallabies squads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the final regular season round of Super Rugby Pacific; they discuss the Brumbies' loss to the Crusaders and James Doleman's role in it, before applauding coach Stephen Larkham's response; they break down the Reds win over the Drua and rate the Wallabies hopes of Lachie Anderson; they then turn their attention to yet another disappointing Waratahs season and the issues in Sydney; before reacting to Nathan Cleary's rumoured interest in a code switch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
