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We breakdown the first Test between South African and New Zealand

News Headlines Embrose Papier might be heading to Sale Sharks Post 2026/27 URC season as his contract will be up Richie Mounga joins the Allblacks Ackerman believes the Springboks will be well prepared for the Allblacks Allblacks sweating on McKenzie USA XV beat Argentina XV 25 - 24 Nonu Doing the Haka against the Allblacks (how good) Wallabies romp Eddie Jones Japan 56-17 win over Japan. Taniela Tupou looking good under Kiss. Much better second half perfor...

Champagne & Boerewors Rugby: The Greatest Rivalry INTRO HOST: Welcome back to the Rugby Scoop Podcast — Champagne & Boerewors Rugby, where we talk South African rugby, the Springboks, the All Blacks, the Wallabies, and everything in between. And there is no shortage to talk about this week. The Springboks have come away from Buenos Aires with a 17–10 win over Argentina, but this certainly wasn’t the comfortable victory many South Africans might have expected. Siya Kolisi has another h...

🏆 Top News Headlines Junior Springboks Make History: The Junior Springboks have done it, going back-to-back as U20 World Champions after a gritty 16-5 victory over France in the final. A powerful defensive display and a flawless kicking performance from Yaqeen Ahmed secured the historic win .Francois Venter Retires: Former Springbok centre Francois Venter has announced his retirement from rugby at 35. Citing a severe concussion scare and a desire to spend more time with his family, he hang...

New episode Topics: Champagne & Boerewors Rugby • All Blacks vs Italy: Another sluggish first half from New Zealand before quality eventually told. • All Blacks’ slow starts: It’s becoming a habit—can the All Blacks afford to keep spotting teams a head start? • Italy did well in keeping possession for large chunk of the first half. But not really putting points on the board. • France vs Wallabies: France were simply a class above, exposing Australia’s lack of cohesion. • Joe Schmidt: Has ...

Rugby Scoop Podcast – Show RundownThe high-scoring nature of Test rugby continues to dominate headlines. Is this the evolution of the game, or are defences simply struggling to keep up? We will be breaking down every major Test from the weekend, so strap in. Grab that coffee, beer or glass of water. If you’re in the Southern Hemisphere, switch on the heater because winter rugby has arrived. If you’re in the Northern Hemisphere, get the cocktails or champagne ready because this will be the bes...

This week on The Rugby Scoop Pod: Stormers loose forward Ruan Ackermann has been suspended for a dangerous cleanout against Leinster (3 match ban)The Stormers have ended their pursuit of Argentina lock Tomás Lavanini. - “We would rather put our faith in the local guys like Connor Evans, [Junior Boks captain] Riley Norton and Gary Porter, who are full-blooded Stormers,” - DobsonHurricanes scrumhalf Cam Roigard has come under fire for his actions during Saturday’s Super Rugby Pacific semi...

News: Rassie Erasmus has named a 51-man Springbok squad for a season-opening double-header in Gqeberha. 21 uncapped players included in the squadAphelele Fassi has been granted a sabbatical by the Sharks to play in Japan and will return to Durban in June next year.Bordeaux have signed two young players from South Africa - Benjamin Coetzee and Diaan Augustyn on junior contractsEmbrose Papier, has a contract with the Bulls until 2027, however The Sharks in Durban have offered to pay a fee to re...

double World Cup-winning centre Damian de Allende could also make his way back to the Mother City. Ivan van Rooyen admitted the Lions were taught a harsh lesson by Leinster after their 59-10 defeat in Saturday’s Vodacom URC quarter-final in DublinSpringbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu injured his ankle in the act of scoring a second-half try and was walking with crutches after the match,Ruan Jacobs will be the Sharks’ new talent recruiter.Ruan Venter’s knee injury has messed up Ras...

News: Cheslin Kolbe on the verge of returning to the Stormers.Embrose Papier in Bok alignment campThe Sharks are attempting to bring Sanele Nohamba back to Durban.Tòmas Lavanini is expected to arrive in Cape Town in December once his international commitments with Argentina are completeSebastian Vermeulen - the Tallest school boy has signed with the SharksSuper Rugby’s next partnership will be with Japan

🎙️ Rugby Scoop – This Week’s Episode 📰 News Round-Up 🇪🇸 Spain bids for 2035 Rugby World Cup The Spanish Rugby Federation has officially launched its bid—huge moment for Tier 2 growth and European expansion. 🤕 JD Schickerling ruled out for 6 months Serious knee injury vs Connacht—big blow to depth and physicality. 🏆 England national rugby union team 62–24 Wales national rugby union team England seal the Triple Crown and extend their ridiculous winning run… 👉 The...

Holly Davidson First woman to referee a TOP 14 matchHurricanes confirms that Riley Higgins will join Edinburgh following the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific and NPC seasonsThe Fijian Drua record their second ever away victory in their historyMoana PasifikEddie Jones believes “35 is the new 30” now - seeing that Brodie Retallick could make his way back into the Allblacks this seasonMoodie picked up a hamstring niggle during the first half of Friday night’s 47-7 win against the DragonsSA Rugby presi...

Coach Johan Ackermann has reportedly asked Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone to convince seasoned South African playmaker Curwin Bosch to make the move to Loftus Versfeld. (Ackers Done with Pollard already? )Despite France beating England 48-46 in a thriller in Paris to retain the Six Nations title, Ireland remain the highest-ranked side from the northern hemisphere, behind the No 1-ranked Springboks and No 2-ranked All BlacksRassie celebrates 8 years with Springboks this year, would you have thought ...

RFU Backs Steve Borthwick Wales Big Effort Against Ireland Scotaland Too Good For France Italy Make History In Rome Super Rugby: Blues, Reds, Canes

This Sunday we look at news making headlines: Faf de Klerk linked to the Cheetahs, Dylan Mart linked to Bulls. We also cover Shape Of The Game - The Media uproar about rumours that New Zealand and Australia want to get rid of scrums. URC - Permoances around South African Teams Super Rugby - Brumbies in fine form Allblacks Coach: Rennie or Joseph - we share our views on this. Finish off with Six Nations Preview

Racing 92 & Hacjivah Dayimani part ways Racing 92 and Hacjivah Dayimani have mutually agreed to end their collaboration. The decision is reportedly for personal reasons, allowing the South African loose forward to return home and be closer to family. Blues coaching succession talk Reports suggest Ian Foster and Tony Brown (often linked through All Blacks structures) are being discussed as potential candidates for the Blues head coach role when Vern Cotter departs at th...

New signing Gianni Lombard joins the Hollywoodbets Sharks on a 3 year deal starting next season!World Rugby released the World Cup schedule. Wallabies v Allblacks will not be the opening match in 2027 RWC - thoughts?Mathieu Reynal has hit out at Southern Hemisphere, saying they want more tries and passing instead of Mauls & Scrums (summary) thoughts?Wallace Sititi, Codie Taylor and Patrick Tuipulotu responded to the talk around Ardie Savea's role in Scott Robertson's axing - calling...

We cover the Shape of the game currently, we also look into some headline news in the past week. We talk about Bundee Aki ban from Irish Rugby Union.

We cover latest new, URC - SA derby. Gladgow now leading the URC. We also looked into the Six Nations squads and touched on what to expect in Super Rugby.

We look in the the Allblacks situation: - Razor fired - Who are likely candidates to take over - Ardie Savea the face of the players revolt The Stormers could go into Semi-Fianls In Championship Sharks | Bulls | Munster under McMillan

In this first episode of 2026, we look back at what stood out in 2025, then we dive into the Bulls saga - Jake, Johan Ackerman. The Sharks arent serious about improving. Is Nick Evans joining Razors coaching staff?

This Sunday we dive into the the Weekends action: - Springboks get over the Dublin Hoodoo - Where To For Andy Farrell and this irish team - Allblacks win but he needs to be decisive on positioning of players France depth? Wallabies In Trouble Referees and whats the mandate?

We look at the springboks win with 14 men against Italy Allblacks losing to England Predictions for next week

We cover autumnn series fixtures, South Africa vs France, Allblacks vs Scotland

This week we look into the URC bans of two Springboks, Mapimpi and Wessels. Then we breakdown Warriors vs Bulls match. Stormers looking very good at the moment. Sharks still the Sharks. We close off with predictions for the kick off, Autumn Series next week

This week, Scoop and Huw take you though URC matches and touch on international chat. Sacha Comments From SA Rugby Pundits Is Trokkie Augustus the best 8 for the future, ahead of Roos and Hanekom? Wallabies get Carter Gordon back The Greatest Rivalry Tour - Springbok vs Allblacks

This week we look at Rugby Championship Comp as a whole

We look at the results of Rugby Championship, Springboks, Allblacks, Wallabies, Pumas. We also look into womens rugby

This week we cover round 4 of rugby championship

We discuss the Eden Park test as Allblacks remain unbeaten in 51 Tests at the Garden. Australia Do it the hard way, AGAIN

We cover the second round of Rugby Championship We look at the Womens Rugby World Cup

This episode we take a deep dive into Joe Schmidts master plan to beat the Springboks. Allblacks forward pack dominant against Pumas

We breakdown Wallabies win over Lions Springboks First Choice 10 Allblack Injuries Currie Cup Bunnings NPC

We take a deep dive into the second test of Lions and Australia. This week Scoop, Vuyo and Huw breakdown the game.

Plenty to cover this episode, Springboks innovation, France B Team, Allblacks win big, Lions Tour

This week, international rugby is back full swing, on the Scoop we break down some of this weekends fixtures. Allblacks and razor have a lot a work to do this week Jake Whiet Fall out Srpingboks not convincing after Baa Baas week. and more

This Sunday we look at Super Rugby Final, we look at British and Irish Lions match against Argentina. Jake White under fire at Bulls

This week we look at Leinster's win against Blue Bulls, Chiefs beating Brumbies, Crusaders scrape past Blues. Jake White comments

URC - Play offs Super Rugby Finals Series Ambrose Papier Lukhanyo Am

This week: URC Play Offs Super Rugby Finals Series Jaden Hendrickse Willie Le Roux

This week we covered all news al=round the Oval Globe; - Investec Chamopionship URC Play Off Predictions Super Rugby World Club Competition

This week we look at the URC plkayoffs, we also tap into Ardie Savea's influence at Moan Pasifika

Thois weeks episode, we dive into the Lions squad selected by Andy farrell. We alook at SA teams in URC We touch on Crusaders vs Chiefs and Super Rugby

In this week, we breakdown Leinster's exit in Investec Championship. Bordeaux vs Saints in the final We also cover Super Rugby - Hurticanes | Drua | Moana | Chiefs

This week we look at ther good perfrommance by the Bulls away from home. We also look at Sacha's fine form coming back from injury. Sharks edge Edinburgh Super Rugby Lions Series

This week's show we take a deep dive to Munster rugby, we also look at Bulls, Leinster, Glasgow - URC teams doing well in the Investec Championship. We also talk about New Zealand teams struggling against rush defence.

This week, on The Scoop We recap the Six nations, Cover majors stories making news headlines. We breakdwon Bulls v Leinster | Sharks | Stormers Crusaders looking very sharp this year

In this episode we cover the France/Irland fixture in length. The we look at how Wales can overcome their woes. - Dupont Injury - Law Discusion - Super Rugby : Blues in trouble - Sharks Win SA Conference

This week we look at all the news that made headlines: Felix Jones returning to the Springboks camp. Handre Pollard lured back to Bulls by Jake White. URC - Uk matches URC - SA Derbies Super Rugby - How Good?

This week we cover the Six Nations, Week 2 of Super Rugby and the URC Ireland fought hard to beat Wales Wales step in the right direction under new coach England and Scotland boring matc Super Rugby - Week 2: How good are the Chiefs? Blue Bulls bounce back

This week, Jade and Scoop have converstaions around all things rugby: Super Rugby Round 1 URC: Stormers on an all time low Sharks show mental strentgh to hold off Bulls at Loftus Six Nations predictions Warren Gatland

This week, we look at how France have had stagnant attack and thier lack of evolvement. England, get some priase for a change this week. Ireland look like a well oiled machine as they march on for their 3 title in a row. Bulls wining their 2nd match out of 9 against Stormers.

This week, we are happy to cover international rugby: Six Nations kicked off this past weekend and we brokedown the games by covering highlights and low momnts that took place in the three fixtures. - Ireland brush off England in shaky start - Wales need to mature very quickly - England still wonky on defense - Scotlandś Six Nations to lose?

In this show we covere some Law debates, we look at South African teams copping a lot of injuries. We also look at Dobson at Stormers, Bulls win over Lions and Sharks winning away from home. Six Nations build up

In this episode we take a lo0k at Leinster`s strength, with the inclusion of Snyman and Barrett. Red Cards in Rugby Coaching problems in SA continue Stormers missing Marvin Orie Francke Horn woud be a good inclusion to the Sharks Why do Uk & Irish fans hate Leinster

Welcome back everyone to the Rugby Scoop 2025 season, we are happy to hit the road running this year. Our topics for this episode: Sharks Not Good Enough Plumtree Missed opportunity to play Siya Kolisi at 8Mannie Libbok In Hot Form South African Coaches 5 years behind their Investec Chmapionship counterpartsPhepsi Buthelezi Needs To Try 7s Circuit Mack Hansen Banned?

This Sunday, we look at the Springbok season, players that stood out, and where to from here? We also talk about Scott Robertson first seaons incharge of the Allblacks. - Wales : Should Gatland stay or not?

This week, we look at how the Springbnoks beat England, and also how good are the Wallabies at the moment. Cam Roigard star player in Stade France

What a great weekend of rugby weve had from Friday right up until Sunday evening. In this episode we look at the Autumn Series internationals. - Boks will be better - Razor nailing down the basics - Joe Schmidt has wallabies believing again - England identity crises

This week, we cover all the news making headlines this past week. We also breakdown the grueling fixture between England and The Allblacks. Lastly we make predictions for next weeks' Autumn Series Test Matches

This week on the Scoop Pod, we look at Franco Smith's influence on Glasgow. Stormers need a better game plan Sharks blitzkrieg attack on Munster Leinster too strong for Lions Willemse Out - Hannekom In Japan versus the Allblacks

In todays show, we breakdown the URC games: Bulls, Sharks, Munster, Leinster, Stormers, Lions. Look into Stephen Kisthoff injury update, Perry Baker retirement Asenathi Ntlabakanye to Toulouse? & 20 minute red card We also look at the NPC and Preview Japan vs Allblacks

This week on the Scoop, we discuss the South African teams slump in Round 3 of URC. We also touch on Sharks inconsistencies, Stormers errors costly away from home. SA Rugby Equity Deal gaining traction We look at the Allblacks & XV touring squads

This week on Rugby Scoop: URC - we discuss which SA Teams can go all the way Stormers not in the running NPC - Cam Roigard Rassie and Jake - Player resting policy France sending a B-Team to NZ

Congratulations on the Springboks winning the Rugby Championship 2024" On todays show, we cover the detail from the Springboks match against Argentina, we also look at certain positions which have quality talent coming through in South Africa.Rating Scott Robertson's era so far as All black coachWallabies looking better each weekWe pick our strongest Rugby Championship 15

This week on the Rugby Scoop, we dive deep into the Springboks selection for the Argentina match. Razor needs to be honest with himself about his Allblacks selection. Shout out to Mzwakhe Nkosi on taking the Lions to Currie Cup final. Shout out to Phiwe Nomlomo on his coaching debut with the Blue Bulls

This week on the Rugby Scoop Pod, we dive into the Currie Cup semi-finals action. We also look into Top 14 Rugby Clubs, are they good for Springbok rugby? Siya Kolisi back at the Sharks Rugby Australia Springbok Preview

This week on the Rugby Scoop pod, we look at the current form of the Springboks. What makes them so good? - Why cant Allblacks win - What's wrong with the Wallabies - Can Boks remain unbeaten for remainder of the year?

Following the Springboks nail-biting win against the Allblacks, this week we purely focused on this rivalry. Springboks game plan Cobus Reinach vs Jaden Hendrikse Allblacks issues and what can they fix Who plays next week?

This week, with no international rugby to analyze, we discussed plenty of rugby topics making headlines this week. Springboks vs Allblacks Preview Leon McDonald axed from the Allblacks Siya Kolisi might not come back to SA until he sees out his contract in FranceFelix Jones decision to leave England coaching set up Pacific Nations

This week week on The Rugby Scoop Pod: Congratulations to Springboks winning the Mandela Cup - Boks first double win in Australia since 1971. We look at the positives from the game, also some tactical details & player individual skills. Can the Allblacks stop the Springboks who seem to be too dominant in the Southern Hemisphere?

The Rugby Championship kicked off this weekend and in this episode we look at the details that got the Springboks over the line. Springbok tactics Wallabies woes continue Allblacks number 10 problem Argentina too good in Wellington

This week on the Scoop Pod we dive into the Sevens Circuit and dissect what makes great player in Sevens and 15s Rugby: Allblacks Squad Ardie Savea Move to MoanaSpringbok Squad Is Antoine Dupont the greatest rugby player of all time? Share your comments below.

We are back after a week's break of international duty from our panelists. This week we look at overall performances from Allblacks, Springboks, Ireland and Joe Schmidts Wallabies. Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu the talk of the town currently Rassie selection headache Have the Allblacks lost aura? Are Wallabies strong or did they have an easy Inbound Tour Series?

This week on Rugby Scoop Pod: Allblacks attack shape and how to work their way around the rush defense Springboks game plan has changed drastically Australia quietly building confidence Argentina always poor on home soil World u/20 Competition

International season in upon us, the Southern Hemisphere Inbound Tours kick off next weekend and we look at the key tours taking place in South Africa and New Zealand. We also touch on Michael Hooper's retirement from rugby

This week we take a look at finals rugby that took place on the weekend. We also breakdown on who stood out on their Springboks debut. Japan & England test match Super Rugby Final - Vern Cotter Tactics Wales need experience Springboks test out combinations | Sacha | Mapimpi Blue Bulls crumbling at Altitude: What went wrong on Saturday? Jade Craig shares his Allblacks Squad prediction

This week, we kick things off with Super Rugby semi-finals round up, we turn our attention to Bulls & Leinster. Franco Smith has turned Glasgow into a championship outfit. - Does Ireland have Fly-Half problem? - Is it time for Leo Cullen to step aside and let Jacques take over? - Rugby DNA = Fiji & Japan

This week, we take a look at URC quarter finals and Super Rugby quarter finals. We also dive into the Rugby DNA Series: Springboks and Allblacks

This week we chat with Vuyisile Mbula, a South African based in The Netherlands, following their win in the Dutch National Rugby Competition - Ereklasse. We also look at the Sharks winning the EPCR last Friday.Leinster always a bridesmaid never the bride Who will cover 15 for the Springboks, now that Willemse is outRugby DNA Series: France & Italy

In this week's episode: We chat about URC log standings and who we think will be part of the final 8. Lions looking good at the back end of this season Leinster not doing well on the road Did Razor give Sam Cane a call? Rugby DNA - Ireland and Scotland

This week on the Rugby Scoop: Super Rugby Round Up - SoURC Round Up Rugby Championship under 20 Richie Mounga versus Damian McKenzie Where will the Bulls finish in URC? We look at Rugby DNA of Australia and Argentina

This week on Rugby Scoop pod, we look at the hot again Super Rugby competition. We try and understand the logic behind Leinster second string outfit travelling to South Africa in URC. Siya Masuku, the Sharks savior? Leinster experiment, not good for URCWhat's Wales Rugby DNA?What's England Rugby DNA?

In todays conversation, start off by looking at Russia political situation. Scoop takes us on a short journey on Rotterdam Rugby Club. Dosbon and the Stormers in a spot of bother Munster grind it out at Loftus Rob Penny and the Crusaders: End of a Dynasty? Blues under Vern Cotter Sacha Mngomezulu to leap frog Manie Libbok

We are finally back again after two weeks of hiatus, Vuyo has been involved in some rugby competitions in Russia, Scoop has been away on rugby duties in Portugal. In this weeks episode, we catch up new making headlines in the past week: Hurricanes flix their muscle on the Chiefs Jacques Nienaber influence at Leinster White noise from the Bulls Reaction from South African teams participating in Europe Do the Bulls have a realistic chance of winning URC? Super R...

In this episode we discuss news making headlines in the past week: South African teams make a statement in URC with 4 from 4 wins Drua love story continues in Super Rugby Pacific as the pip the Tahs Do New Zealand teams know you can also win games by scoring 3 points? Wandisile Simelani needs more game time at Stormers Sharks Springboks, its time to stand up and be counted We vote for Six Nations player of the tournament Shithousery Moment of the week

In this episode we look at the Reds success so far this season under Les Kiss, we take a deep dive into the Six Nations results in the final round. We also discuss the 20 min red card.

In this week's episode we tackle the rollercoaster weekend of rugby upsets: Do coaches need to change their approach each week for each game? Italy finally get the win they've been looking for Borthwick outclasses Andy Farrell Drua continue thier winning form against Crusaders Les Kiss the right man for the Reds? Hurricanes looking good after 3 rounds Who should captain the Springboks if Siya is injured?

In this week's episode we kick off the conversation with Super Rugby - Super Round hosted in Melbourne. Poor attendance, but the rugby product was great. We also take a deep dive on how the Bulls dominated Stormers Lions keep the Sharks scoreless in the second halfURC table Waratahs upset Crusaders Rugby Eligibility Laws Is Warren Gatland good for Wales Rugby or not?

In this episode we take a deep dive into this past week's hot rugby action. We also started a new fun way to end the show: "shithousery moment of the week" Dupont in Sevens Super Rugby - Chiefs vs Crusaders Six Nations Duhan van der Merwe - The One That Got Away? Borthwick tactics Shithousery Moment Of The Week

On this episode we look at the South African Derbies, URC in the UK | Why are Stormers so good? Blue Bulls showing a lot of maturityURC Top 8 - who will make the playoffs? Who makes the Springboks alignment groupAndy Farrell's Ireland compared to Clive Woodward's England of 2002/03Enjoy : )

On todays episode, we look at: Scotland versus France - how did Scotland lose a 6 point lead with 20 min to play? England win 2 back-to-back | Wales youngsters gaining valuable experience We look at the Referee Documentary - Whistleblowers Why French star players never travel outside of France? If they are serious about winning a World Cup, shouldn't they tour?How will SA Rugby plan to use the money if the deal is successfulEnjoy! Share! : )

In this episode we cover some interesting topics: Rugby Mullets Reports on Duane Vermeulen as DoR Borthwick says England had three training sessions Gatland picks a young Welsh side France missing Antoine Dupont Ireland to go all the way

On todays show: Sevens Series (Perth Edition) Rassie to rope in Tony Brown to the Springboks Sanele Nohamba in the form of his life Finn "Lionel Messi" Russell Blue Bull versus Lions Breakdown

On todays episode we cover: Warburton and Jim talking about Welsh/English collaboration (bye bye URC)Anglo-Welsh LeagueWe breakdown the Six Nations Squads announced in the past week, who is likely to win this years comp, who has the best squad? Joe Schmidt set to be next Wallabies coach. (David Nucifora also linked to the Wallabies as Director of rugby - what a combination)Stormers emphatic performance in Paris Blue Bulls vs Bordeaux Sharks fly half dilemma