JK & Matfield Clash Over ABs, Springboks Form, Headbutt Red Card & Lions Test!
Are the Springboks in winning form - or are they proving disappointing vs Italy? Will the All Blacks be able to maintain their form against sides like Ireland and South Africa? JK and Victor Matfield go head to head over the biggest stories in rugby, joined by former Irish international Andrew Trimble, to cover: The headbutt incident dividing fans Are the Lions set to dominate the Wallabies? The pre-game nerves they all faced in their playing careers JK asks if Northern Hemisphere rugby has overtaken the Southern Hemisphere And so much more! Watch or listen to Rugby Rivals wherever you get podcasts. Follow Rugby Rivals: Instagram: @rugby.rivals TikTok: @rugbyrivals Facebook: Rugby Rivals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jim Hamilton: Is Henry Pollock the Next Ardie? JK & Victor CLASH Over Hybrid Players
We dive deep into the rise of 20-year-old flanker Henry Pollock, and ask is it fair to compare his skill-set to Ardie Savea? Jim gives his take on whether he’s ready for a starting position in the Lions jersey, while JK and Victor clash over whether hybrid players are ruining rugby. From bomb squad blow-ups to Finn Russell vs. Johnny Sexton, and whether there should be a 'Golden Point' rule in the Lions series - this episode is packed with strong opinions and passionate debates about the hottest topics in the rugby world. Note: Episode was recorded prior to the announcement of the All Blacks squad to take on France on Saturday 5th July. 🎧 Watch or listen to the new episode wherever you get podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sir John Kirwan has a radical idea to keep top talent like Richie Mo’unga in New Zealand... a tax scheme like the Irish! Victor Matfield isn’t convinced about the Springboks picking overseas players, we debate Dan Coles' yellow card drama, and a surprise bolter enters the All Blacks selection chat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Who will be the best team in the world 2025 plus Irish star Andrew Trimble
In this episode of Rivals, Victor Matfield and Sir John Kirwan talk about the Bulls taking the win over the Sharks, JK gives his views on whether the Chiefs know how to get the job done at the back end of the season and JK and Victor debate whether France are ready to take the world cup out, or if they just don't want it. Irish legend Andrew Trimble joins us to talk about the Lions tour, and what Andy Farrell has planned for the Australians. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Gamesmanship/Cheating New big money comp plus special Guest Sean Fitzpatrick
In this episode of Rivals, Victor Matfield and Sir John Kirwan react to the viral penalty kick-off between the Sharks and Munster, Jaden Hendrikse's wink. Sean Fitzpatrick joins the show to debate what the difference is between gamesmanship and cheating, how players should interact with referees, why South Africa are winning what New Zealand needs to do - and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All Black Legend Sir John Kirwan and Springbok Legend Victor Matfield go head to head on all things rugby just as you'd expect an All Black Winger and a South African Forward to do battle.Bringing in their friends and rivals from all over the Rugby world for a truly Global perspective.Refereeing in the middle is NZ media legend Ric Salizzo .And as all of them are well in the second half of their lives, Sir JK has some well meaning wellness advice to help them extend their lives and therefore the life of this podcast
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