On the latest Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier return on the latest Rugby Direct to preview Round 6 of Super Rugby Pacific. The boys dive into Clark Laidlaw’s re-signing with the Hurricanes through to the end of next season and wrap up the Six Nations with a look back at the final round. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rugby Direct: Episode 209
11/03/2026 | 28 mins.
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier discuss suggestions Tana Umaga is a contender for an All Blacks coaching role under Dave Rennie. They also delve into the reports of punches being thrown at a Crusaders training session, and check out the mailbag to answer questions from listeners. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rugby Direct - Episode 208
08/03/2026 | 45 mins.
On the latest Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down a dramatic Round 4 of Super Rugby Pacific — a weekend where the Crusaders were the only Kiwi side to fall. Are the Chiefs and Hurricanes emerging as the teams to beat? Plus, we bring you the latest on who Dave Rennie is eyeing for his All Blacks assistant coaching group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rugby Direct - Reaction / analysis to Dave Rennie announcement
04/03/2026 | 33 mins.
On the latest Rugby direct Elliott Smith and Liam Napier discuss the announcement of the new All Blacks coach Dave Rennie. Liam shares new details on the potential make up of the coaching group and Elliott believes its time to move on from Scott Barrett as the captain. Also, where to now for Jamie Joseph. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rugby Direct - New All Blacks coach announced
03/03/2026 | 8 mins.
Elliott Smith breaks down the breaking news that Dave Rennie has been confirmed as All Blacks coach, succeeding Scott Robertson.
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