Rivals
Rivals
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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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Focuses on rugby insights, player rivalries, and wellness in sports, with episodes exploring topics like the dynamics of red cards, the significance of the bomb squad, and a deep dive into the All Black vs Springbok rivalry, highlighted by special guest appearances such as NZ Rugby's standout winger Portia Woodman.

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
Dave Rennie is the new All Blacks head coach — and the rugby world is reacting.
On this episode of Rugby Rivals, Sir John Kirwan (All Blacks legend) and Victor Matfield (Springboks legend) give their immediate reaction to the appointment of Dave Rennie as the next All Blacks coach.
What does Rennie bring to the role? How will his coaching style shape the next era of the All Blacks? And what challenges will he face leading one of the most scrutinised teams in world sport?
JK and Victor break down Rennie’s track record, what his appointment means for New Zealand rugby, and how the rest of the rugby world — especially South Africa — will be viewing the decision.
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