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The season is now back to a full complement, as Super Rugby Pacific prepares for an exciting run home in 2024. It starts with a massive round of Trans-Tasman derbies, and an opportunity for Aussie fans to see exactly where their Super Rugby sides lie.
The Roar's Christy Doran and Nick Wasiliev come together to discuss the upcoming fixtures, give their picks, and discuss the Super Rugby Women's Grand Final between the NSW Waratahs and the Fijiana Drua.
Hosts: Christy Doran & Nick Wasiliev
Producer: Nick Wasiliev

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Australia continues its purple patch against Kiwi opposition, landing on the right side of the weekend head-to-head for the second time in as many weeks.
This week, Christy Doran and Matt Toomua travel around the world, speaking to Queensland Reds prop Alex Hodgman and former Waratah, now Northampton Saints winger James Ramm about their respective growth as rugby players on both sides of the globe.
Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby and Super Rugby Women's.
Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua 
Guest: Alex Hodgman & James Ramm
Producer: Nick Wasiliev

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The reduced rounds come to an end this weekend, as the Force face a do-or-die clash with the Crusaders in Perth, the Reds look to get their season back on track against a desperate Highlanders outfit, and the Brumbies look to end an eleven-year drought at Eden Park. That, and an exciting semi-final campaign of Super Rugby Women's awaits!
The Roar's Christy Doran and Nick Wasiliev preview the upcoming round, give their picks, and talk about the exciting new signings out west in Kurtley Beale and Brandon Paenga-Amosa.
Hosts: Christy Doran & Nick Wasiliev
Producer: Nick Wasiliev

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The Waratahs are (FINALLY!) back in the winners' circle, all thanks to the sturdy boot of Will Harrison.
The Roar's Christy Doran and Matt Toomua sit down with the man himself to talk about that clutch win over the Crusaders, his kicking process, his long journey back from injury, having to be roommates in the Hunter Valley, and more.
Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby and Super Rugby Women's, plus the latest developments around Wallabies eligibility.
Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua 
Guest: Will Harrison
Producer: Nick Wasiliev

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The reduced rounds continue into its second week, as eight sides battle once again to consolidate positions and gain leads. The Waratahs fight for their season in Sydney, the Reds look to get back on track and the Rebels aim to consolidate a finals position.
The Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harper preview the upcoming round, give their picks, and talk about the ugly fallout from the Fijian Drua saga in Melbourne that sees racial allegations and bans handed out to Frank Lomani and Jone Koroiduadua.
Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony Harper
Producer: Nick Wasiliev

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Moana Pasifika is a team building and looking to craft a proud identity in the islands. This week, Christy Doran and Matt Toomua are joined by Wallaby legend and Moana prop Sekope Kepu to discuss building a team from the ground up, discovering more of his roots, the anniversary of the Waratahs 2014 title, coming full circle with Counties Manukau and more.
Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby, particularly the pressure on the Waratahs and Michael Hooper's Sevens debut in Hong Kong.
Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua 
Guest: Sekope Kepu
Producer: Nick Wasiliev

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