Rugby Punt-it

The Greatest Rivalry may be over, but the rugby isn't. The Boks are in Perth with a new captain and another statement to make. A win over the world champions could change everything for the Wallabies, just as it did for the Boks in 2018. We unpack the Bok 23 and the big battles waiting on Sunday. Plus, the URC is BACK! New signings, new-look squads and plenty to prove as we preview all four SA sides.

The Greatest Rivalry belongs to the Boks. Four Tests, three wins, and a tour we won't forget anytime soon. We unpack how the Boks finished the job, the players who defined the series, and just how big the gap really is between these two sides. Plus, we pick our 23 of the series and ask the big question: where does this leave the two giants with a World Cup QF looming next year?

The Boks finally break their Soweto duck against the All Blacks and take a 2–1 series lead, but there’s still almost nothing separating these two sides. We unpack the second-half shift that won it, the moments that nearly swung it the other way, and the one All Black the Boks still can’t seem to stop. With Baltimore to come, some big names returning and changes expected, can the Boks finish the job in style?

The Boks hit back, psdt broke the curse, the series is level, and now the plot thickens. We unpack what changed from Ellis Park, the pre-match curveballs and the All Black threats we still haven't found an answer for. Plus, we take you behind the scenes at Friday's Bok captain's sessions before 94,000 fans descend on Soweto for round three.

The All Blacks land the first blow & suddenly there’s no room for error. We unpack what went wrong at Ellis Park, the opportunities the Boks simply couldn't turn into points, and Rassie's three regrets from a night that got away from us. With 3 must-win Tests ahead, what has to change before round two? Plus, the Lions get their shot at the All Blacks, and they might just have the best chance yet of pulling off an upset.

The All Blacks sent a warning at Loftus, and suddenly the 1st Test has heated up . We unpack that 50-point statement, what it tells us about the side heading into Ellis Park, and the selection headaches now facing Rassie as the Bok 23 takes shape. We also revisit Ma'a Nonu's incredible solo haka in his return to the rivalry, before asking who gets the nod at 9 and 10 & who fills the gaps if Siya and Ox are out.

The Boks survived Argentina, but what answers did we get? We unpack the nervy win, the returning stars, Deon Fourie's remarkable recall, and the biggest selection question of them all: who is wearing 10 in test 1? Plus, the Stormers make a statement against New Zealand, Ma'a Nonu turns out for the Sharks, and the Greatest Rivalry Tour gathers serious momentum.

The wait is over. this is the Greatest Rivalry Tour.

We unpack Rassie's split-squad strategy as the Boks head to Argentina with the rest of the squad prepping at home with Tony De Bruin & Duane. Then we turn our attention to Cape Town, where the All Blacks have arrived with the Raeburn Shield in tow, The hype is building, could this one selection could shape the entire series?

Two nations. Two rugby fanatics. One rivalry that has defined the sport for more than a century. I'm joined by Dan from Short Ball Rugby for a special crossover episode as a Springbok and an All Blacks fan come together to preview the Greatest Rivalry Tour. We unpack the squads, the coaching battle, where both teams are in their evolution, and why no fixture in world rugby carries the history, respect and expectation of South Africa vs New Zealand.

Eleven wins, 43 points a game, a seven-try average, and 43 players utilised - the 2026 Springboks have arrived. We unpack the shutout of Wales, the Nations Championship standings, and the players turning potential into permanence. The Raeburn Shield is heading to South Africa after the All Blacks dispatched Ireland, the Greatest Rivalry is almost here... but first, Argentina. Oh, and the Baby Boks have gone back-to-back.

Ten in a row, silverware in the bag, but the score line only tells half the story. We unpack the victory over Scotland, the players forcing their way into the conversation, and the selection dilemmas Rassie might actually be enjoying. the Battle of the Hemispheres is deadlocked at 6-6 with another big weekend to come, Whilst the Junior Boks prepare to go back-to-back.

England were beaten, records were reached, and by Monday Rassie had already torn up the team sheet. We unpack the Boks' opening win, the selection debates that followed, and why South Africa's greatest weapon might not be who's starting, but who's waiting. Plus, the Battle of the Hemispheres gets off to a cracking start and we take you through all of it.

The Battle of the Hemispheres begins. From New Zealand to South Africa, every result counts as the Northern and Southern Hemispheres go head-to-head in a brand-new competition. We preview every Round 1 clash, make our predictions, and take a closer look at the Boks' showdown with England. We hear from Rassie and, after the Junior Boks' 104-point statement, is the next generation already knocking on the door?

Leinster dismantle the Bulls in a brutal URC final in Dublin, and we unpack how it collapsed so badly on the biggest stage. From there, attention flips to the international season as SA ‘A’ took on the Zim sables, Cheslin lit up the Boks’ first hit-out against the Babass & we take a look at the newly announced Bok Squad for the Nations Championship. Bring on the English

One game remains. The Bulls have a shot at URC glory, but standing in their way is a Leinster side desperate to avoid another season of what-ifs. We unpack the final, the match-ups that could decide it, and then shift our focus to the international season as the Springboks return to action. From SA 'A' to the Barbarians, we make our calls on who starts, who misses out, and what Rassie might have up his sleeve.

The Bulls produce the defensive display we've been begging for all season, overturning an 18-point deficit to stun Glasgow and book a return to the URC final. Meanwhile, the Stormers' campaign comes to an end in Dublin as Leinster's accuracy, pressure and relentless attack prove too much to overcome. We unpack the semi-finals, the refereeing talking points, the reaction to the Bok squad with who’s in, who’s out and who’s giving Rassie a lot to think about.

A brutal reminder of what knockout rugby is all about. The Bulls bullied Munster into submission, the Stormers booked their ticket despite making life harder than necessary, and Leinster responded to their European heartbreak by putting the Lions to the sword. We unpack a weekend of statement wins and lingering questions before turning our attention to two massive semi-finals where the margin for error is all but gone.

Leinster were blown off the park in Bilbao as Bordeaux turned a European final into a statement. Another final, another collapse, and the questions around this Leinster side are only getting louder. We unpack the French dismantling, whether the Lions are catching Leinster at the perfect time, and turn our attention to a URC quarter-final weekend where the margins are tight and where a bad 20 minutes can end a season

It all comes down to this. The Bulls build momentum at the right time, but still have some questions to answer. the Stormers stumble into the quarter-finals with consistency still eluding them , the Lions are left to rue missed chances after a bruising battle in Munster, but could they have the best shot against Leinster post champions cup final?. Meanwhile, a frustrating season for Sharks ended on a high.

The Bulls make it look good on Papier, the Stormers and Ulster were kissing cousins in Belfast, the Sharks clicked up front, and the Lions got a harsh reminder of what a loaded Leinster side looks like. We unpack a URC weekend full of records, red cards, soft moments, and playoff pressure, plus a nod to the Baby Boks who walk away as Champions after more SANZAAR confusion.

Leinster survive a late scare, Bordeaux light it up again, and the finals are set. Ulster and Montpellier get it done in the Challenge Cup, while Ronnie quietly climbs to the top of the SuperBru pool, sitting 6th in the world. We unpack the semi-finals and turn to a massive URC weekend. not to mention a look at a potential tie breaker in the Greatest Rivalry tour.

The Stormers blast their way to the top of the log, while the Lions just keep rolling, 7 in a row and counting. The Bulls continue to find a way when it matters, and the Sharks have turned “almost” into an art form this season, letting another one slip. We unpack a weekend where the playoff picture is starting to get uncomfortable, before turning our heads to Europe for the Semi's.

The Lions roar into the top 4 and tear through Glasgow in a statement performance that puts the rest of the URC on notice. The Bulls get the job done, the Stormers stumble at the wrong time, and the Sharks’ season slips further away. We unpack a weekend that reshaped the log and celebrate Tuks lifting the Varsity Cup in style.

Get ready to back your boytjies as Tuks of Niks get ready to send the Pukke packing. in the Varsity Cup final. In the URC, the South African teams find themselves in very different positions, Stormers chasing top spot, the Lions in a strong but vulnerable position, the Bulls clinging to playoff hopes, and the Sharks with it all to do. We break down the run-in, the games that will define their seasons, and where each side really stands.

It’s good on papier as the brooms were taken out in SA. The Bulls get the job done but still raise questions, the Lions run riot to climb the log, the Sharks deliver a statement shutout, and the Stormers keep finding ways to win as they push into 2nd. We break down a weekend where momentum, margins, and missed opportunities told the real story before looking ahead to another crucial round in the race for the playoffs.

The Stormers bounce back with a big win over the Bulls to climb back up the URC table, while the Six Nations signed off in spectacular fashion. Ireland power past Scotland to claim the Triple Crown, Wales finally get rewarded for weeks of graft against Italy, and France edge England in a 94-point thriller going back-to-back. We break down the moments that mattered and look ahead to a crucial URC weekend for the South African sides.

Italy finally pulled it off. After years of close calls, the Azzurri held their nerve to beat England and claim a historic win, with Menoncello, Ioane and Garbisi leading the charge. Meanwhile Scotland lit up the weekend in a 90-point thriller against France, and Wales pushed Ireland far harder than most expected with a performance full of grit and belief.

The Lions roar at the right time, the Stormers slip from first to fifth, and the Bulls put the Sharks to the sword as the URC log tightens with six rounds left.

We unpack a weekend of missed kicks, miracle plays, and momentum swings, plus a massive Six Nations preview, Varsity Cup pressure points, and what the latest Springbok training squad signals. Play-off season is creeping closer.

Ireland ran in five at HQ and exposed England's discipline and defensive frailties. Wales threw everything at Scotland but one lapse cost them. And while the scoreline didn't flatter them, Italy's pack made it very clear they're no longer here to make up numbers. We check in on Ellis Park and look ahead to the SA derbies too.

Italy shoved Ireland around at scrum time and refused to fade after the break. Scotland ended England’s streak in a game the stats won’t explain. France turned Wales into a training session. In our 150th episode, we break down who’s being exposed, who’s stepping up, and what it all means ahead of a massive England v Ireland clash, with a quick look at Varsity Cup pressure points back home.

France made a statement against Ireland, Italy turned Rome into a graveyard for Scottish hopes, and England ran riot while still leaving questions unanswered. We unpack a chaotic opening round of the Six Nations, from Du Pont and Jalibert running the show to Garbisi outshining Finn on a soaking wet pitch. There’s praise where it’s due, criticism where it’s earned, and a look ahead to the next round and our predictions.

From Sharks v Stormers last weekend to France v Ireland U20s this weekend, a big couple of games for any referee. Somewhere in between, Chris Allison found time to jump on the pod. SA Rugby referee and practicing attorney Chris Allison joins Nick for a proper chat about rugby, pressure, fitness requirements and what life is really like when you’re the one with the whistle.

It was extra spicy in Durban this weekend. from the chicken livers to the heat and humidity. the SA derbies delivered just as much fire. We unpack whether JP Pietersen should drop the “interim” tag, take a quick pulse check on all four SA sides, isolate the moments that actually shifted pressure on the log, and look ahead to the upcoming global calendar meeting that could reshape the game.

Did the Sharks just help the Stormers win the URC? The Bulls are back to bullying with the maul, the Lions still can’t find the drop-goal button, and Andre Esterhuizen looks like the captain the Sharks needed all along. We cut through the noise with a proper SA teams pulse check, SuperBru embarrassment, and a My Fok Tjom take on why taking Boks v All Blacks to the USA could be SARU’s worst call yet. Built for the tjoms.

Season 6 is here & we're asking the big questions. Are the Bulls & Sharks fixing things up? Can the Stormers keep the ball rolling and when will the Lions learn to roar? The Cheetahs remain on the outside looking in. We talk Superbru humiliation, a dangerous take on taking the Boks v All Blacks to the USA and the All Blacks cutting things close with a coaching shake up. The Rugby Punt-it Pod is back!

Are the Stormers the real deal? What’s gone wrong at the Bulls? Is another Sharks reset enough? And do the Lions even know who they are?

We’re back with answers... and arguments.

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It’s the season finale and although it was outside the official test window, players were missing and thor almost returned, cardiff still delivered a spectacle. We unpack the win over wales, how to properly dispose of your thumbs & why the welsh can be more proud than the scots.

the urc returns, the champions & challenge cups are here but not before we hand out the end of year prestigious-but-not-really punt-it awards.

The Bok scrum didn’t just dominate, it devoured Ireland, shoved them into reverse, and left Aviva looking like a demolition site. Six cards flying around like wedding confetti, Daan officially becoming Dublin’s newest nightmare, and Malcolm Marx casually collecting World Player of the Year like it’s a loyalty card reward.

We break down the carnage, the chaos, the cards, and the class from another massive Test weekend. Wallabies hit rock bottom, Wales show heart, England keep cruising, and we’ve got thoughts on all of it.

Another red, another grind, another Bok win. We take you through it all. England swung the chariot straight over the All Blacks, Ireland found their groove, while Los Pumas turned a 21-0 into a ‘hold my beer’ situation. Superbru was tight and now all eyes turn to Dublin, a place Rassie has yet to conquer.

14 men, 100 for Siya, 50 for Rassie... and a whole lot of paint on the pitch. The Bokke stunned De France in Parys, turning a red card nightmare into a masterpiece in the revenge match. The All Blacks kept Scotland in check, Italy stunned the Wallabies, and England continue their run. Tight Superbru picks, powerful scrums and top class finishing round out the weekend.