#RugbyChatApr 08, 2020
We have moved!
Hi folks
DrivingMaul has moved over onto New Zealand Sport Radio. Yes all the rugby shows are over there now along with a daily sports news show and shows covering cricket, league and basketball.
Sorry I didn't let you know sooner.
Cheers Paul
Pichot's Manifesto #RugbyChat EP136
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Steve (from the deep south), John and I chat about Agustín Pichot's 6 point manifesto to become the new World Rugby Chairman.
Retro Rugby Munster v Sale Heineken Cup Round 6 2006
Back in 2006 Munster were looking down the barrel of not making the quarter finals of the Heineken Cup. They needed a win to go through but that would have them playing away in the Quarter Finals. A bonus point win whilst denying Sale a losing bonus point was required.
A Clean Slate #RugbyChat 135
Should We Burn It All Down? #RugbyChat 134
Retro Rugby Canterbury v Wellington NPC Final 2000
Welcome to Retro Rugby show where we look back at a memorable game from the past.
Back in 2000 Wellington made their second ever NPC final. They came in a big underdogs to Canterbury who had only lost one game all season. That was their opening game in Wellington so revenge was on the cards.
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Retro Rugby Reds v Crusaders Super Rugby Final 2011
Welcome to Retro Rugby show where we look back at a memorable game from the past.
The obvious follow-up game to the Crusaders v Sharks at Twickenham in 2011 was the final of the same year. John is back to discuss the game with me as he suggested the game :)
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The Lockdown #RugbyChat EP133
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Ryan, Steven and I chat about New Zealand Rugby, Global Rapid Rugby and what TV to watch.
Retro Rugby Crusaders v Sharks Super Rugby 2011
Welcome to the first Retro Rugby show where we look back at a memorable game from the past.
To kick us off John suggested the Crusaders v Sharks at Twickenham in 2011. Still the only Super Rugby game to be played in Europe. I was a little surprised that a Sharks supporter would want to revisit this game but it was a pearler.
Mikey mentioned in our group chat that he still uses one of the strike moves from this game in his rugby coaching. Clearly this game had a big impact on him and so I had to get him on as well to talk about his recollections of the game.
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The Show Will Go On #RugbyChat EP132
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Hermann, John and I chat about Super Rugby, Global Rapid Rugby and what may or may not happen next.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 7 Review
Round 7 of Super Rugby was the last rugby we are going to see for a while. Steven and I go through all the action.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 7 Preview
SANZAAR have done a great job making sure all the Super Rugby games go ahead this weekend. However check out the games times as the Saturday games have moved from their original slots and I don't want you to miss kickoff.
Shane and I preview all the Round 7 games, taking you through the matchday squads that have been announced or you can read my Round 7 Predictions.
Funny Shaped Balls #RugbyChat EP131
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Hermann, Ashwin and I chat about Super Rugby, 6 Nations, World Rugby rankings, Global Rapid Rugby and the All Blacks XV.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 6 Review
Round 6 of Super Rugby really was the good the bad and the ugly. Steven and I go through all the action.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 6 Preview
We're happy to have a go at SANZAAR when they get something wrong so credit where it's due. Well done in making sure all the Super Rugby games are going ahead despite COVID19 or corona virus.
Shane and I preview all the Round 6 games, taking you through the matchday squads that have been announced or you can read my Round 6 Predictions.
Passing The Ball #RugbyChat EP130
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Ashwin and I chat about Super Rugby, 6 Nations, World Rugby rankings and Gatland.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 5 Review
Round 5 of Super Rugby saw a blowout and more upsets. Steven and I go through all the action.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 5 Preview
This is probably the last round of Super Rugby that's not impacted by COVID19 or corona virus. So enjoy it while it lasts!
Ashwin and I preview all the Round 5 games, taking you through the matchday squads that have been announced or you can read my Round 5 Predictions.
Super Sub Alex #RugbyChat EP129
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Super Sub Alex from Draft Rugby and I chat about Super Rugby, CVC investments law changes, Player Welfare and Ardie Savea going to NRL.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 4 Review
Round 4 of Super Rugby saw some good rugby and some upsets. Steven and I go through all the action.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 4 Preview
Round 4 of Super Rugby and no more excuses of early season rust. For some teams we are already talking about injuries causing problems. Steven and I preview all the Round 4 games, taking you through the matchday squads that have been announced.
Ban The DrivingMaul #RugbyChat EP128
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Ashwin and I chat about the media, Super Rugby, British & Irish Lions, Saracens, Player Welfare and New Zealand Rugby.
Become a Supporter of the DrivingMaul via Patreon and gain exclusive access to more videos and articles each weekSuper Rugby 2020 Round 3 Review
Round 3 of Super Rugby saw a lot of games go right down to the wire. Shane and I go through all the action.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 3 Preview
It might still feel like early days but already 12.5% of the Super Rugby season has gone for most teams. If they are not up to speed soon then it's going to be all over. Shane and I preview all the Round 3 games, taking you through the matchday squads that have been announced.
I have an agenda! #RugbyChat EP127
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Ashwin and I chat about the media Super Rugby, World Rankings, 6 Nations and Major League Rugby.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 2 Review
Round 2 of Super Rugby delivered us upsets, cliff hangers and drubbings again. Steven and I go through all the action.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 2 Preview
We had wonderful opening round to Super Rugby 2020! Will we see comebacks, upsets and drubbings again this weekend? Shane and I preview all the teams taking you through the matchday squads that have been announced.
Rugby Team Named After A Drink #RugbyChat EP126
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Ashwin, and I chat about Super Rugby, World Rankings, Rugby World Cup 2021, 6 Nations and Major League Rugby.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 1 Review
We had a cracking round of Super Rugby games to kick off the season. Upset and comeback wins along with some drubbing as well. Steven and I go through all the action.
Super Rugby 2020 Round 1 Preview
Super Rugby is here! It's earlier than ever before and that's so we can get everything done before the International break in July. It's exciting with so many new players coming through and new coaches taking control of teams. Shane and I preview all the teams taking you through the matchday squads that have been announced.
Super Rugby and 6 Nations Preview #RugbyChat EP125
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Steven, John and I preview the Super Rugby and 6 Nations tournaments.
We previewed the individual New Zealand, Africa and Australia conferences over the last three weeks.
Super Rugby New Zealand Conference Preview #RugbyChat EP124
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Steve, Steven and I preview the New Zealand Super Rugby Conference. I have already previewed the Africa and Australia conferences over the last two weeks.
AIG Won't Renew All Blacks Sponsorship - All Blacks Edition EP80
Welcome to the All Blacks Edition, the show where I talked about Julian Savea, Adam Thompson, the Baby Blacks and AIG stopping their sponsorship.
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Super Rugby Australia Conference Preview #RugbyChat EP123
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Shane and I chat about the Australia Conference.
What's Happening In 2020? All Blacks Edition EP79
Welcome to the All Blacks Edition, the show where Steven and I talked about what's coming up in 2020 for the All Blacks, Black Ferns, Maori All Blacks, Baby Blacks, Black Ferns 7s and All Blacks 7s.
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Super Rugby Africa Conference Preview #RugbyChat EP122
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Hermann, John and I chat about Michael Fatialofa, Saracens, Australian bushfires and the Africa Conference.
Become a Supporter of the DrivingMaul via Patreon and gain exclusive access to more videos and articles each weekNew Year's Resolutions #RugbyChat EP121
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Steven and I chat about Gallagher Premiership Rugby, who gets paid the most in Europe, Predictions for Super Rugby, International Rugby and Rugby in general.
A Look Back At 2019 - All Blacks Edition EP78
Welcome to the All Blacks Edition, the show where I talked All Blacks again. This week I chatted about Dan Carter, Bard Mooar, Ben Smith, 7s, 2019 and the All Blacks digital media.
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End of Year Review #RugbyChat EP120
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Hugh and Herman help me answer the important questions as we review the rugby world of 2019.
Black Ferns 7s Dominate - All Blacks Edition EP77
Welcome to the All Blacks Edition, the show where I talked All Blacks again. This week I chatted about Ian Foster's assistants, Black Ferns 7s, All Blacks 7s, Richie McCaw and Mark Robinson.
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Who Has The Best Coaches? #RugbyChat EP119
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Hugh and Herman help me answer the important questions around International Coaches, Super Rugby 2020, Handicap Tournaments, MLR and Rob Howley's ban from rugby.
Ian Foster Is The New Head Coach - All Blacks Edition EP76
Welcome to the All Blacks Edition, the show where Steve and I talked All Blacks again. This week we chatted about Ian Foster and his possible assistants, the new Canterbury stadium, NZRPA Awards and live viewers questions.
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Retiring Due To Concussion #RugbyChat EP118
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Steven, John and I chat retirement due to concussion, Mitre 10 Cup, RFU, Super Rugby, European action and all the latest news.
School Boy Rugby - All Blacks Edition EP75
Welcome to the All Blacks Edition, the show where Steven and I talked All Blacks again. This week we chatted about Ardie Savea, assistant coaches and school boy rugby to professional rugby in New Zealand.
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New Super Rugby Jerseys #RugbyChat EP117
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week Ashwin and I chat South American Professional Rugby, Super Rugby and all the latest news.
Who Are The Next Assistant Coaches? All Blacks Edition EP74
Welcome to the All Blacks Edition, the show where I talked All Blacks again. This week I'm looking at the coaching teams that Ian Foster and Scott Robertson are putting together.
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What's Happening In MLR? #RugbyChat EP116
NZ Super Rugby Squads #RugbyChat EP115
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week I bring you up-to-date on all the domestic action & World Rugby Rankings changes, chat Saracens, MLR and NZ Super Rugby Squads.
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Where Do We Go From Here? - All Blacks Edition EP72
Welcome to the All Blacks Edition, the show where Steven, Ashwin and I talked All Blacks again. This week we talk about the All Blacks at the Rugby World Cup, future coaching appointments, Black Ferns refereeing, Sonny Bill Williams next contract and World Rugby Awards.
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World Rugby Awards #RugbyChat EP113
#RugbyChat where the hot topics in rugby are dissected. This week John and I bring you up-to-date on all the domestic action, talk about the Rugby World Cup Final, World Rugby Awards and some Global Rapid Rugby news.