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ESPN Australia's Sam Bruce is joined by Christy Doran to discuss the biggest talking points in southern hemisphere rugby, from the action on-field to the latest storylines around the game.

6 DAYS AGO

Time for a circuit-breaker, Joe

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down a dire night for the Wallabies in Udine, analysing how and why it went so wrong against Italy. They try to find some positives, and look ahead to next weekend's Test against Ireland, debating whether it is time for Harry Wilson to have a rest and what other changes might be made. They then look ahead to the longer-term Wallabies future, before wrapping up the big Test matches in Edinburgh and Paris, the latter highlighted by a rare full red card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 1m
4 NOV

Wallabies saved their worst for Twickenham

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran unpack Australia's 25-7 loss to Twickenham in London, questioning Joe Schmidt's selections and tactics; they heap praise on England and analyse their return to type; they discuss the pre-game breakdown antics; and then look ahead to Italy, what changes should be made, and how Australia can get back to their best. They also review the All Blacks' win over Ireland, and look ahead to the rest of the weekend's Tests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 7m
27 OCT

Can 'hamstrung' Wallabies repeat Twickers' treat?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran reflect on the Wallabies' narrow win over Japan, agreeing Joe Schmidt "got away" with his calculated risk of 13 changes; they then look ahead to Saturday's clash with England, and what the fresh legs could mean at Twickenham. They then discuss the unavailability of Len Ikitau, Tom Hooper and James O'Connor and the curious situation the trio is in; before they then turn their attention to the Rugby Championship and a potential move to align with the Six Nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

47 min
14 OCT

The return of Carter Gordon and the R360 threat

Sam Bruce returns after a short hiatus, joining Christy Doran to discuss the big news of Carter Gordon's return to Australian rugby. The duo break down what his inclusion in the Wallabies spring tour squad means, where it leaves Joe Schmidt other playmakers, and a lack of centralisation in Australian rugby. They then break down the rest of the Wallabies squad, discuss the latest developments in Rugby R360, and react to reports of major budget cuts for the Wallaroos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 16m
7 OCT

Rugby Championship wash-up: Rating the Wallabies

Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran wrap up the final weekend of Rugby Championship action, dissecting the Wallabies lacklustre finale against the All Blacks and the Springboks triumph; they discuss Tane Edmed's performance and Quade Cooper's comments, before rating the Wallabies' tournament as a whole, and talk through the latest in R360. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 14m
29 SEPT

Bledisloe Cup I: Wallabies let perfect opportunity slip away

Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran breakdown what went wrong for the Wallabies at Eden Park including James O'Connor's clangers; they dissect the referee's performance, and discuss the changes that will be made before Bledisloe II in Perth; they laud Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's sublime performance for the Boks and look at Cheslin Kolbe's brain fade before they congratulate England on a huge World Cup final triumph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 9m
23 SEPT

Bledisloe Cup Week 1: Can the Wallabies do the unthinkable?

Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran preview what's set to be a huge game at Eden Park, breaking down what needs to go right for the Wallabies, before they discuss the absence of Rob Valetini and Will Skelton, and look at the talent returning for the All Blacks; they look at the crucial clash in Durban between the Springboks and Pumas before they discuss the women's Rugby World Cup final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 5m
15 SEPT

Australia top the Rugby Championship table, but for how long?

Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran wrap up the latest from the Rugby Championship, including the Wallabies rise to the top of the table and the controversial referee decision that helped get them there; they breakdown the All Blacks massive defeat to the Springboks, with the pressure right back on Scott Robertson; they discuss what happens next for the Wallaroos and women's rugby in Australia, before they have a look at Australia's latest competition Super Rugby Aus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 9m

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Love the nod to Matthew Perry - but not the dogs at Michael Hooper

03/11/2023

Harsicord

A fantastic pod, but sadly Doran has been gunning for M Hooper to be dropped for as long as I’ve been listening I can’t help but feel he would’ve added gravitas, courage & clarity in RWC2023 & no other nation seems to have treated key players so poorly Waiting for a recant & apology by Mr Doran! Good insight, authentic hosts but let’s get the ladies on a bit more often now please - Wallaroos are winning more games in 2023…. PS hooper for wallabies coach (you heard it here first )!!!
High on their own supply

18 July

Boris4Hogs

Typical southern journos who believe they are more influencers than journalists. They truly believe if they write something they are the first ever to think of it & the wallabies coach or RA should naturally follow their lead.
Great rugby pod

14/07/2022

Witsy

Insightful and balanced views. Listen every week!

ESPN Australia's Sam Bruce is joined by Christy Doran to discuss the biggest talking points in southern hemisphere rugby, from the action on-field to the latest storylines around the game.