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From couch coaches to Punt-its and everything in between. Whether you’re looking to have one up on your mates in Superbru, keen to drown out the hooting Taxi’s as you struggle your way down William Nicol or just looking to drop some wisdom at the next braai, join Ronnie and I every Thursday as we chat all things Rugby.
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.
The Autumn Nations Series came out swinging, the Boks, All Blacks, and England all dishing out a bit of payback. From yellow cards to serious injuries, no one left unscathed. We chat Helios Fire joining the squad, Punt-it Bingo heating up, and the Wessels saga heading for court. The Bokke now turn their sights to Paris, where Siya runs out for his 100th, you know that’s going to be special.
Ronnie & Nick are back and fired up as the end of year tour is set to kick off. We look at the Bok squad and what the tour goals will be. Delving into the weekends fixtures, it looks like there may be a debut or 2, Some bold predictions and an even more unpredictable Dr. Erasmus. we also delve into the URC so far and where the teams stand ahead of the international break.
The points were the difference for the Bokke — and our superest of Bru’s. I wouldn’t have wanted to be a brandy in London this weekend as the Bokke got the job done at Twickersfontein. Could step you in a shoebox, sure, but maybe it’s time for some rest? We rate the teams’ performances in the Championship and look ahead to the end-of-year tour and all the action still to come.
Plenty of fireworks in Durban, plenty of ice packs after. The physios were busier than the scoreboard, Ronnie reckons we’re running out of ankles as we head into the final round of the Championship. Eden Park stayed locked up, Pantoffel got the big 150 and the URC came back with a bang. The Bokke made a big statement, Can this team be the first to go back-to-back?
From Rassie’s roulette wheel of selections to the table that’s still anyone’s game. The only thing we can say for sure is ek weet nie. With 2 rounds to play, the Boks face Los Pumas in a clash that could shape the title race, predicting what comes next feels impossible. We celebrate the Griquas, look ahead to a stacked URC & the Women's World Cup Final.
The Boks put the W in Wellington, with Damian Willemse turning in a career performance, Manie and Siya shutting down the noise, and Rassie sneaking a Hooker onto the wing. Meanwhile in Sydney, Los Pumas held off a late Wallaby surge, but somehow it’s Australia sitting top of the log. From Wellington to Sydney, A weekend that left fans buzzing, coaches scratching heads, and the log wide open.
No easy wins, no freebies, and plenty of HIAs. The Boks have hit shuffle on the match 23 after the Auckland slip, but shaken? Not a chance. With new combinations set to be tested, all eyes are on how the green & gold bounce back. Meanwhile, Wilson chose courage over comfort, and with that one decision, the days of making up the numbers are over for the Wallabies.
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The Boks haven’t won at Eden Park since 1937, is this the game to break the curse? We break down the opening RC rounds, All Blacks’ aerial woes, Bok rotation gambles, and Razor’s pressure. Plus, some spicy Over/Underrated calls, brutal ‘Would You Rather’ scenarios, and our big match predictions. Punt-it & Kick On Rugby filling in for those weekend rugby blues!
It’s one win each after the first two rounds of the Rugby Champs, Superbru picks are in tatters, and the tournament is wide open. No second-half déjà vu for the Boks in the Cape, while the All Blacks will want to forget theirs as Los Pumas finally shook the monkey off their back. And as for the Wallabies? Write them off at your peril.
It was not a weekend for us and our fellow South Africans. not one Wallaby got tied down in Joburg mate. the Rgby Champs got underway and didn’t skip a beat. we take a look at where the Bokke can improve, the Aussies showing that history means nothing, the All Blacks breaking hearts in Argentina, and the consistently inconsistent Los Pumas.
Die Blou Bull weet nie van??? Heading home empty-handed again... 3 URC finals, 3 L’s, and not even a line break to brag about. Nienaber’s Leinster defence shut the gates, and the Blue Bulls are, well... feeling blue. Bath end a 29-year drought in style (cheers, Johan van Graan), and the Boks trim the squad to 45 as the international season looms. We break it all down and look ahead to what’s next for the men in green and gold.
Strap in, folks! It was semi-final weekend where Leinster ran riot (six tries!) while Glasgow forgot how to score. Bulls beat Sharks but needed three yellows to do it, talk about a breakdown boss job! Mapimpi and Willie showed class, but the Boks-in-waiting might already be dreaming of green jerseys. We look ahead to a final at Croke Park where Leinster’s rucks last about as long as a double Brandy at Loftus. We talk Tigers, Bath, a hamstrung Hanekom, Eben’s noggin, Crusaders’ unbeatable streak, and Handré’s perfect punt. All the banter and fok tjom moments you love... don’t miss it!
Unpacking the URC quarters, we dive into a Durban shootout of a different kind (we’re not bluffing). Viking sweat, déjà vu in the Storm, cheeky winks, and Bradley Davids’ big moment. Semi-final tickets up for grabs as we head to Loftus for an all-South African affair. Can the Warriors keep their crown?
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From A Rec to rugby royalty – Bath rise under Van Graan to lift the Challenge Cup, while Bordeaux banter their way to a first-ever Champions Cup crown. We break down the finals, preview the URC quarters, drop some dad jokes, dissect the 2027 World Cup draw, and serve up Superbru tips that will trigger the TMO.
Is Ronnie popular in Germany, or is his humor just too advanced for the land of efficiency and bratwurst? We try to find out while recapping a wild final URC round where all the South African teams won.
The Stormers cruised past Cardiff, Bulls slayed the Dragons, Lions edged Ospreys, and the Sharks hit snooze before the alarms went off. With home quarter-finals for the Bulls and Sharks, we ask: are we too harsh on Durban's darlings?
We also cover Willemse's red card, sky-high Bok ticket prices, and preview this weekend's Champions and Challenge Cup finals in Cardiff.
Short, sharp, and probably not German-approved.
Leinster choke (again) as the Saints go marching in, Bordeaux dump out Toulouse, and suddenly the Top 14 isn't looking so top. Lyon edge Racing in a slugfest that leaves Faz seeing stars, just in time to add spice to the looming Lions squad announcement. Bath take care of Edinburgh to book a final against Lyon, and with chokers, chokeholds, and kissing cousins in the mix, this episode has more twists than a Farrell tackle review.
We recap a wild Champions Cup quarterfinals weekend—Leinster cruise, Castres disappear after halftime, and Bulls discipline costs them against Edinburgh. Toulouse edge Toulon, and Bath outmuscle Gloucester. In the URC, it’s the Biltong Series decider as Everitt eyes an SA clean sweep, the Bulls limp into Munster, and the Stormers reload. Back home UCT lift the Varsity Cup, BB overtakes Morne in Super Rugby history, and Kolbe flattens Marx in our My Fok Tjom moment of the week.
This week, we’re all about the 10's. From Sam Prendergast’s rising stock at Leinster to Marcus Smith’s magic (and mayhem) for Quins. We dive into the big-names lighting up Europe. Dan Biggar’s swansong in Toulon, Finn Russell fracturing things at Bath, Jack Crowley’s BMT, and Pollie's big move.
Who’s thriving, who’s surviving, and who’s quietly waiting in the pocket? Could Owen Farrell, still be in the Lions frame? With class permanent and the tour looming, it’s a conversation worth having. Bold takes, plenty of chirps, and classic My Fok Tjom moments.
The Standard Tighthead and fishing with Felix, its onwards and upwards from here. Ronnie & Nick dive into the 6 Nations as Ireland slump to 3rd, Les Bleus got the job done, and England proved Nick very wrong. We cast our ears back to the pre-season predictions, the top performers and the My Fok Tjom moments
Nick’s eating his words faster than a prop at the buffet as England do the dirty to the French. Ireland make it 11 against the Scots and Italy ensure the Welsh nosedive continues (Cheers Gats). The Bulls exorcised their Cape Town demons, the serious Malherbe & the awkward Saffa.
Well spirited copy cats with backs against the wall as the 6 Nations got underway. The dark horse, the flying Frenchmen & the Dublin All Blacks were the talk of the town. we also take a look ahead to the upcoming North v South derby, round 2 of the 6 Nations and the latest news.
Heads, shoulders, knee’s of glass... It was a mixed bag of URC action over the weekend as more Boks end up on the injury list. the Jukskei derby, the backfire of the 6/2 split and the big but skeptical win in Wales. Join us as we delve into the upcoming 6 Nations and drop our predictions for the tournament winners and wooden spooners.
Coconut trees or it’s not a beach... Nick & Ronnie are back after a cracking weekend of Champions & Challenge Cup rugby. It wasn’t all doom & gloom but My Fok Tjom it wasn’t all that pretty. Some skillful scrums, slick handling and loads of epic tries kept us glued to our screens and were here to cover it all.
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Nick and Ronnie are back on Rugby Punt-it, ready to tackle the URC, Champions Cup, Six Nations, Varsity Cup, and the road to the British & Irish Lions tour. Plus, we’ll reveal our Superbru picks—whether they’re genius or “what were they thinking?” Expect expert analysis, bold banter, and the occasional bad prediction. Think you can outsmart us? Join the chaos and subscribe now!
IN A WEEKEND FULL OF UPSETS, NONE WERE MORE UPSET THAN THE IRISH. THE SOUTH CAME OUT FIRING AND WE WERE DEALT A NUMBER OF TOP CLASS FIXTURES. THE BOKS GOT THEIR TOUR OFF TO A WINNING, ALBEIT SLOW START WHILST THE WALLABIES DEALT ENGLAND A BLOW RIGHT IN THEIR TWICKERS.
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The Autumn Nations Series is upon us and this weekend brings no less than 10 tests to sink our teeth into. Nick & Ronnie are back to bring you all the action as the All blacks look to stop the luck of the Irish, the wallabies are out to silence the English and the Bokke look to impose their physicality in Murrayfield.
Locksmiths, pitch invaders, strange Boerie and a first trip to Hennie's as we went down to the Lowveld to watch the Bokke win the Rugby Championship. Money Manie came out firing, the Malmesbury Missile bagged 2 and Eben became our most capped Bok in the perfect end to the Southern Hemisphere season. We now turn our attention North for the URC and end of year tour.
The Bokke let one slip in Argentina as Los Pumas have now toppled all three of their Southern rivals to line up a final in Nelspruit. We take a delve into where the Bokke went wrong, whilst also looking ahead to the final round of the Rugby Championship. The Wallabies came close, can they come a little closer? Just where will the log tally-up come Saturday night.
We're joined by our bud Dan from Short Ball Rugby for a lekker chat about Rugby's biggest rivalry. We cover all the weekends action before turning our attention forward to what will be a massive test in Cape Town. Blind rankings, the risks of a 6/2 and the fight for the Freedom Cup. Can the Wallabies make it 2 in a row? Will the Bokke take it to 4? Tune in for the chat.
It was a big weekend for the Saffa's in Perth a week ago, whilst the Blacklash put the Los back into the Pumas. We then turn our attention towards round 3 of the Rugby Championship. Some bold selection calls from Dr Erasmus, thinning lock stocks and the 6/2 split. Fleeing Felix, Leon, and Eddie's big win round out the show. Tune in for all the action.
That's a nice table... and we're not only talking about the Rugby Championship. The Win Pumas, the waning Wallabies and the World Cup Finalists all dished up some interesting results as the Southern Hemisphere season got underway. Where's the scrum? Kolbe's cameo's and the big Gus Creevy round out the show as we bring you all the weekends action.
SANZAAR has shaken up the rule book as the Rugby Championship is set to get underway. Rassie's squad shows that its about both quality and quantity as Sacha gets the nod at 10 for the Brisbane job. Kwagga the Swiss Army Knife, Razors new captain and beer bets with our Aussie mate Scrum bags. We've cover it all as the Southern Hemisphere season gets underway
Bloem Harm and picking a snore as we drove down to the city of the roses. Portugal rose to the occasion as temperatures dropped and many of the next generation got their first go. We delve into all the weekends action as well as Ronnie's dismal showing on Superbru despite Spain making history as predicted. We also cast our eyes ahead to the Rugby Championship and the Bok squad.
Salmaan becomes the 66th Bok Captain as he leads out a new look Springbok 23 against Portugal in Bloem. The Irish broke South African hearts down in Durban, whilst the All Blacks & Wallabies notched up series clean sweeps. The physical battle has left Rassie with a long injury list as the Rugby Championship looms. Tune in as we take you through all of the weekends action.
Whilst new visa rules may have been implemented, it won't stop the Boks & Ireland from going face to face in Durban. Razor's close shave dished up a debut for Fin Baxter and Joe Schmidt got the Wallabies rebuild underway. Oh Canada, new TMO protocols, shot clock chaos and chasing lost causes. We cover all the international action in this weeks episode.
Miss by an inch, miss by a mile as Ronnie makes use of his hulp my trap. Rassie’s top class shithousery, missing members, delayed broadcasts and mending fences lead us into the international season. there’s loads to cover as new coaches & new players kick off the next World Cup cycle.
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Glasgow were true warriors as they silenced the 50 000 strong Loftus faithful. The Springboks unleashed yet another pesky scrum capped winger, whilst Caleb Clarke was tearing it up in the Super Rugby final. Everybody was Kung fu Fassi, Ronnie isn't hip enough and Nick is representing the souties on Kom Ons Braai. We take a look at the Bok squad and gear up for an action packed international season.
Dubai fame, Irish implosions, and the cotton wool conundrum. Not only are we into finals week of the URC which sees the Bulls hosting Glasgow, but Dr Erasmus has named his first Springbok side of the 2024 season. There is plenty to chat about as we take a look at the 4 debutants, Koch's 50th and Hendrikse at 10. Tune in for the chat
It was a fight that went down to the wire for places on the URC log & our Superbru as the season heads into the play-off stages. A smug Ronnie and Nick on the wing make for a good laugh, whilst we look ahead to the weekends quarter-final match ups. The Bulls take the SA shield and are sitting pretty as the Sharks and Lions players look to make the cut to face Wales. What exactly goes into making the worlds best player?
That's a wrap for the Champions & Challenge Cups as Toulouse & the Sharks take their titles. Ronnie's Kudu horn, the Dupont 4, some Siya Masuku magic and Wincent Koch casually adding a 50:22 to his accolades are all the talk. We take a look ahead to the last round of URC action and dish out some prizes to our Superest of Bru's. Tune in for the chat.
The Champions & Challenge Cup finals are here and the Sharks are ready to swim in unfamiliar waters as the 1st SA side to make the European comp's final. There was also plenty of action in the URC, from roaring Lions to a big Storm in Ireland, one round remains to make the top 8. From clutch Manie, to the Bulls favors and the World's best 9, we've got it all covered. Tune in for the chat.
Whilst Ronnie is dealing with Boats and Sardines in Spain, the Bulls had a close shave at home and the Sharks were struggling to Boks above their weight. World Rugby's on the rampage and the Baby Blacks claim the first U20 Championship title and RG Snyman takes centre stage. It's all about the URC this week as the race for finals continues. Tune in for the chat.
From the Joe Marler slap & tap, to the awards ceremonies in May. We bring you all the crazy action from the weekends Champions & Challenge Cup semi's. Could Tyrone Greene be wearing Green soon? Ronnie's continued fence hopping will have Sharks fans frustrated, whilst Elton pops his head out and Brown gets his tucked in. We've also got your upcoming URC fixtures covered.
Thomas the Tank, Big Brok, Owen the Frank, Sampie Swiegers and Neethling Fouche were propping the game up whilst the URC play-off race got even more heated. Plenty of action is waiting us this weekend in the Champions & Challenge Cups as Belinda joins Nick & Ronnie to preview it all. Dr Erasmus, Our Stoep and the the Frans Ludeke surprise. Tune in for the chat ahead of a big weekend.
We've got a ton to catch up on as the Champions & Challenge Cup's head to the Semi's. The Bulls got Munstered after Jake ruffled feathers. Then there were the opportunistic Ospreys, the shaky Sharks and a Lions side that sent Leinster packing. The Worlds best 9? Ronnie's spin off, Masuku magic and the Crusaders fall from grace all come up. Catch us every Wednesday.
The wind may be fast in Cape Town, but the highways certainly aren't. It's all about chasing lost causes and playing to the whistle as we head into the quarter-finals. Travel troubles, prosecutions, the Fijian Drua melt down & Fozzie's World XV all feature. It was a weekend for the 9's, but who will be the next point of difference as we preview the upcoming fixtures. Catch us every Wednesday.
But can you exit? From KLA's lethal headbutt on Luke Mcgrath, to the Crusaders of the URC & being lulled by the Lions, we bring you all the weekends action. Irne Herbst served 2/3 of his sentence, whilst Borthwick deals with an English exodus to France. Is LRZ going to settle the biggest debate of them all? Catch us every Wednesday
Rassie's rants not the only thing that doesn't fit in an Irish dressing room. Whilst Jeppe was dishing out rugby lessons in Joburg, the Lions were doing it in Galway. A first for Finn, a 2nd for the Bulls and they don't come in bigger shapes or bigger sizes than this. We look at Georgia's bold call, SA coaching dominance in the URC and the titanic battles coming up this weekend. Catch us every Wednesday
Welsh outbursts and wooden spoons, the luck of the Scots and Ireland go back to back. Our player of the tournament is better than the Big Ben, but not as good as Ronnie's Spanish. The 6 Nations is done and dusted and our focus returns to the final rounds of URC action with some big games looming, but not before we check in on Super Rugby. From big pumpkins to big news, we've got it all here for you. Catch us every Wednesday.
But was it a quarter-final? In a weekend of upsets, both in the 6 Nations & Super Rugby, one shouldn't get over-Welshed. It's called a World Cup for a reason, no matter how much Guinness you've had. From Rassie's PHD, to the Bok captaincy and Ronnie's mopping skills, one should never write off a wounded potato. Tune in as we cover all the weekends action & latest news. Catch us every Wednesday.
Lies, rankings and ethical streams. There are no Lions sleeping in this jungle as the Bulls played through the storm, breaking the South African streak, whilst the Munster rehab center goes to work. Ronnie's schnitzel antics Nonu's major hit and Lood's big shift all feature. Tune in as we cover the weekends URC action and take a look ahead to the 6 Nations. Catch us every Wednesday.
We're back with the episode no Irish fan should listen to. We're unpacking the 6 Nations, looking at the weekends URC derbies and praising the Tuilagi rugby genes. Whilst Nick & Ronnie were getting towed, Super Rugby and the Varsity Cup got underway. France are a only a camera angle and 1cm away from having lost 3 in a row, Duhan is running riot and the Springboks are aligning ahead of a busy year. Catch us every Wednesday.
Cap-tan Nick & Ronnie's taking the hit in a weekend that saw 23 cards dished out. The Black Lions got the crowd roaring, whilst the Ellis Park's slumber continues. Jeandre Rudolph & Finn Smith caught our attention, whilst Big Gus & Andre the Giant came through for their sides too. The Wallabies have pulled off a masterstroke whilst back home Jaco Peyper hangs up his whistle. Catch us every Wednesday
We've got you covered for that back to school traffic! Ronnie & Nicks moment of shame in France, Dobson's magic trick and and the new age Fourie Du Preez. An action packed weekend in the Champions & Challenge Cups gave us plenty to chat about, whilst Faz is a Lion, Lood is back & Mako hung up his boots. Catch us every Wednesday.
Like the Cape Town pitch, we're back bigger and better. Ronnie & Nick return for season 4 and there is plenty catching up to do. From Ronnie's treachery to Eddie's new role. SA Rugby's forgotten step child keeps kicking, whilst Giteau lines up a Major role. We've got your return to work covered with a full URC debrief and loads more. Catch us every Wednesday.
Kick off the laughs and scrum down with Season 4 of the Rugby Punt-it podcast! Ronnie and Nick are back with the banter, Covering all things rugby - from the pitch to the punchlines. New segments, epic competitions, and the same South African braai vibes. Subscribe now for your weekly dose of rugby with a lekker South African twist.
The East London lunger, Faf & his speedo and the great Snyman style taking over the Bokke. Its been a week of celebrations in SA. Join us for our season finale as we delve into the World Cup stats, look at the next four year cycle with Rassie at the helm & Ronnie's surprise replacement for JN. All this and more on this weeks show.
and the Malmesbury Missile. Our 40 hour smash & grab in Parys saw us check off the top item on our bucketlist as the Bokke did the double. Dodgy accommodation, 1 point to prove and the colossal Kwagga are the order of the day, unlike our breakfast. Join us as we take you through all the World Cup action & our time in France. Catch us every Wednesday.
Talk about cutting it close. Cardiologists were busy on Saturday night as Farrell & co pulled out all the stops. Dan Coles revenge, Ronnies big confession & Matt Williams madness give us lots to discuss but after 28 years in the making, we have the Boks v All Blacks in a final. This swansong weekend for many legends is here. Catch us every Wednesday
How's about that Monday? Rassie's rule book, Cheslin's great chase and Kwagga the Swiss Army Knife helped the Bokke give the French more Bleus. The sentence Nick never thought he'd speak, Ronnie is let loose in Marseille and Ireland make it 8 in a row. We bring you all the play-off action from the quarters and we look ahead to the semis. Catch us every Wednesday.
Shot clocks, reversed tries and the Springboks impressive record round out the pool stages. Big words, yellow caps and the Kiwi's are back in black. We delve into the results, the major injury concerns and what awaits the last 8 in the quarter-finals. Join us and gear up for a cracking weekend of play-off rugby. Catch us every Wednesday
Ronnie's great discomfort & Branna's 3 black eyes. Whilst Italy were being folded like calzones, Pantoffel was breaking Wallaby records and the Big Ben and Siya jersey swap was a thing of legends. From the longest National Anthems to simple rugby incidents, right through to Fozzie's confusion and Pool B permutations, we've got you covered. Catch us every Wednesday.
Fired up Italians, impressive Portuguese and Arundell's high 5. An unstoppable force met an immovable object in Paris whilst the Wallabies suffered a Welsh uppercut. A case of the yips is the talk of the town, but perspective is key as round 4 looms. The World Cup is well and cooking. Catch us every Wednesday.
Four Scrum Halves =. This week is a special one as I'm joined by Austin (BokMemes) as we chat about the Bok blitz, the All Blacks Haka mystery and fresh anthems. The Irish analysis headache, Eddie's big regret and Pollards ability to play hooker make for a good discussion, but the shout out to the Pacific Island sides is what it's all about. Catch us every Wednesday.
The Springboks defence was relentless, whilst France turned up the heat & Ireland scored a dozen. George Ford oversaw a Los Pumas implosion whilst nothing could stop Dan from 'Biggering' at the Ref. Some Irish shadow boxing, Nicks Tongan bet, Rassie's robots and Ronnie's revelation round out this one. Catch us every Wednesday.
From Chappies did you know World Cup trivia, to the least predicted, more than likely result of the opening round. Ronnie & I are joined by Belinda ahead of her trip to France as we chat through each fixture and give a sneak peak into our picks. This episode has it all and the World Cup is finally here. Catch us every Wednesday
How about that Friday night braai hey? It was quite the weekend at Twickenham, but it wasn't only the Bokke setting records there. The Borthwick blunder will not soon be forgotten. Why we wouldn't want to be France right now and some big praise and bold predictions for the Fijians campaign. The first cut is always the deepest.Catch us every Wednesday
The Boks had a Wale of a time in Cardiff, whilst Borthwick was certainly right about one thing. If you're not giving yourself an uppercut, you may be wondering what the World Rankings are doing and why the Boks need it more at Twickenham. We also take a look at Irelands banana peel moment along with France's cotton wool tactics. Catch us ever Wednesday.
If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge an Owen. The World Cup warm ups dished up plenty of action over the weekend, with heartbreak in France and an array of cards in England. Ronnie & Nick take a deeper look into the Springbok World Cup campaign and look ahead to the weekends fixtures. Catch us ever Wednesday.
The Bok coaches have shown that fortune may favor the brave, but selection favors the adaptable. A 33 man squad has been assembled for the World Cup defence with some incredible inclusions, whilst heavy hitters Pollard, Am and De Jager miss out. Ronnie & Nick delve into the squad in detail, whilst also taking a look at the past weekends results and ahead to the World Cup. Join us every Wednesday.
The All Blacks snatched up a Rugby Championship title and their 21st Bledisloe in a row this weekend, whilst the Boks & Los Pumas slogged it out at Ellis Park. Eddies chit chat and 'rugby incidents' aside, there are plenty of positives to take. The Boks named their last 23 ahead of the World Cup Squad announcement and Ronnie & Nick unpack the 11 spots still up for grabs this weekend. Catch us every Wednesday.
Whether it's the Rugby Championship title, or a seat on the plane to France, there's everything left to play for. Ronnie & Nick are joined by Baby Bok center, Ethan Hooker as they chat about the U20 World Champs, the newly formed Rugby Champs and what it's like being coached by JP. 9 changes to the Bok team means there's plenty to discuss and Eddie's warning could spell danger at the MCG. Catch us every Wednesday.
It was a weekend of records, with many favoring the All Blacks and one happy Cheika. Nick's quick draw wasn't to be, but Ronnie's Bobotie may have saved the day. We look into the Boks lineout tactics and how to tackle ghosts, before turning our attention to Sexton's misdeed. The new global competition gets a look in, and we pay tribute to the great Frans Steyn. Catch us every Wednesday.
The Rugby Championship kicked off with a bang as the Boks & All Blacks secured big wins and we now turn our attention to the 1st of 3 against our oldest foes. Ronnie's looking for a new Facebook friend, whilst MacGuyver Déjà vu was real, and Nick learnt what seagulling was. The URC is on the rise as we look at the viewership stats and you don't want to miss this weeks My Fok Tjom confession. Catch us every Wednesday
Test week is here, the Bok 23 and Jersey have been released & Ronnie survived his trip to Brits. Quade's new cut spells trouble for the Boks, but RasNaber have it all figured out. We delve into Regulation 8, with a Nonu, Parra and Parise surprise, and don't forget about the Boks Kleyn Geheim. Catch us every Wednesday.
We're back for Season 3, kicking it off with a trip to Bloemfontein for the Currie Cup Final, can Ronnie run for 40 or did Nick score a 43? The International season is upon us and we take an in depth look at the Bok squad and the looming test against the Wallabies. Whilst Johnny still isn't in the naughty corner, we introduce the My Fok Tjom confessions for a laugh. Catch us every Wednesday.
Hold onto your scrum caps, Season 3 of the Rugby Punt-it podcast is here to tackle the international season. Nick and Ronnie return to the pitch with a scrum-derful blend of rugby analysis, side-splitting banter, and pun-tastic humor. Get ready for a try-mendous season as they ruck and roll through the latest rugby action, leaving no joke unconverted. So light the braai, grab a beer and lets leave no ruck uncontested. Catch us every Wednesday
In our season 2 finale we delve into all the action in Cape Town, as Munster win the URC, whilst some fans may have thought they were at the UFC. The Boks have assembled a 33 man squad, and Ronnie & I take a look at what this means for World Cup hopefuls. The late worm misses the bird, but Jean Kleyn and RG Snyman had the last say, but don't forget about those Barbarians. Catch us every Wednesday.
Whether its the two finals from last weekend or the one's coming up, the season finales have lived up to all expectations. Kolbe & Big Willie lit up the stage, whilst a few legends of the game hung up their togs. We find out about Nick's favorite French pasta and rocking it at prop, whilst all focus shifts to Cape Town for the URC final. Catch us every Wednesday.
From the scrummy with no neck, to the battle hardened Keith Earls, the concrete truck that is Jasper, and Dayimani's slight of hand, this weekend's semi-final action was one for the ages. Leinster weren't the only side left Red in the faces as the Chiefs quickly learned. We take a look to the finals coming up, as well as Kitshoff's potential as Bok skipper. Catch us every Wednesday.
Ronnie & I took a last minute trip to Cape Town for the Stormers v Bulls game, whilst the Sharks struggled over in Ireland. Four teams are left as we dive into the semi-finals and we review the Sharks and Bulls seasons after after they bow out. News on the Boks preparations and injury updates. Catch us every Wednesday.
After a round of epic semi-finals in the Champions and Challenge Cup's, Ronnie & I turn our attention to the URC play-off stages. The potential battle between Fourie & Coetzee and what it means for the Boks. We also delve into the use of an orange card and TMO bunker for the World Cup and Pote's express package from Polokwane for his New York rival. Catch us every Wednesday.
From Johan Goosen's unusual record to World Rugby's new kit laws and everything in between. Ronnie and I chat through the weekends URC action, take a look at player welfare with Quade's bizarre return and the Boks growing injury list which now includes captain Siya Kolisi. Catch us every Wednesday.
Final round URC action is about more than just the play-offs, the Champions and Challenge Cup count too. Ronnie & I delve into Nienaber's departure and potential replacements, and join in celebrating the Varsity Cup champs. Paul Jordaan's return, Pienaar & Kriel's retirements and Ronnie's bold WC prediction. Catch us every Wednesday
The quarter-finals dished up some stellar rugby, the SA sides may be out but there are plenty of positives. How about those French TV Directors... We delve into their influence ahead of the World Cup. Frans in France? The Boks injury list is growing, we've got all that and more. Catch us every Wednesday
This one's for the loosies, Deon, Jasper and all those in between. A cracking weekend of rugby see's 3 SA sides progress to quarter-finals with some incredible talent on display. We also take a look at Tuks relegation, the Blue Bulls, and Eddie Jones' first squad. Catch us every Wednesday.
Whilst Ronnie was fighting it out with Uber Eats in Dublin, there was a ton of rugby underway. Most SA sides are going through a slump and fighting for survival, whilst the Stormers lead the charge. The Heineken Cup returns with some top class action and we delve into the World Cups key players. When did you last see Rasta? Catch us every Wednesday.
St Patrick spurred the Irish to glory in Dublin, and France's Galthié laid down the law ahead of the World Cup. Whilst Ronnie is off to inspect the Leinster pitch ahead of the Stormers game, I'm joined by Belinda for a full 6 Nations & Currie Cup debrief. We also take a delve into the Boks options at 10. Catch us every Wednesday.
How's about that Chariot? The Pumas set the pace in Pretoria whilst the French put England through theirs. Crowley has his say on the officiating and Ireland queue up a Grand Slam. We couldn't forget about the Drua and their Crusaders triumph. Catch us every Wednesday.
The Lions claimed the Jukskei Derby and a 13 man Stormers snatch up a South African clean sweep. Throat slitting action in Super Rugby, and the Reds notching up 7o points weren't the only surprises over the weekend however. We also look ahead to the Currie Cup and 6 Nations fixtures as well as Pollards return to form. Catch us every Wednesday.
2 Reds in Paris, set up a thriller, whilst the Italians continued their rise in form. Ulster got the jump on the Sharks, as the Lions roared in Jozi. The biggest surprise of the weekend was left for the Crusaders as Super Rugby got underway. Nigel off to the Boks? All this and more, catch us every Wednesday.
URC Derby weekend dished up some top notch rugby as Deon Fourie stole more than the show at Loftus, whilst the Sharks broke hearts in Jozi. Rugby that Rocks was back with the Varsity Cup and Super Rugby makes its season return. We back the Welsh players and take a look at the value of senior players. Catch us every Wednesday.
Finn Russell sees Scotland to their best 6 Nations start ever, as Ireland manage to subdue Les Bleus. We are also joined by former Wallaby & Current Sharks center, Ben Tapuai, to chat about his time in Super Rugby, The Prem and now URC. You might also be surprised to find out which team mate has the best braai skills. Catch us every Wednesday.
We sat down for an epic chat with Matt Proudfoot. The former Springbok and England forwards coach talks about his time with the two rugby powerhouses, coaching with Eddie and Rassie and departing England. We also take a look ahead to the World Cup and his new role with Maties in the Varsity Cup. We haven't forgotten about the Stormers stealing the show in Durban and a titanic first round in the 6 Nations.
Ronnie is in the pits as we look at Laporte's departure and the RFU's PR nightmare. The Sharks lead the SA charge in the URC as the Stormers suffered heavy casualties. The 6 Nations is also upon us and we think there are a few interesting matchup's to come. Will there be a Grand Slam in 2023? Catch us every Wednesday.
A ridiculous tackle law change, meets an Owen Farrell slight of hand by the governing body. Turns out firing Eddie wouldn't be their most bizarre decision this year. Elsewhere, all 5 SA sides made it to the play-off's, Eben stole more than the show and we chat about our first listener chosen topic. Plus, can you guess which All Black Ronnie reckons he could tackle?
In the words of Kenny Rogers, you've got to know when to show them. 5 Red cards in the Champions Cup over the weekend couldn't cast a shadow over the URC sides winning 13/16 clashes. Raynal may be too old but the Saffa sides are just getting started with one already qualifying for the playoff's. We also take a look at Eddie joining the Wallabies and the Springbok players upcoming rest period. Catch us every Wednesday.
Howzit my Bru, Festive season rugby was a massive hit in Durban & Cape Town with over 50 000 in attendance, We then turn our attention to some major clashes in both the Heineken and Champions Cup. We are also joined on the Pod by Sharks flyhalf Boeta Chamberlain along with his doggo Joey for a lekka chat.
Ronnie & I are joined on the pod by Deon, the No BS Sports Guy to chat about the ups & downs of the 2022 season. From Irelands series victory in New Zealand to Georgia getting one over Wales, and the Boks hammering England. We bring you the top players from SA & the world as voted for by you. This one is not to be missed.
The Heineken Cup arrived in style as the SA sides got stuck in to a truly incredible competition. An off showing from the Stormers couldn't cloud up the rest of the weekends results, except for Ronnie's poker game. The World Schools Festival is also underway and Grey Kollege is off to a great start. Catch us every Wednesday.
This week started off with a bang as Wales showed Pivac the door, Gats is back and Eddie isn't okay. Sbu Nkosi was located, the URC was electric and the SA sides ready themselves for their assault on Europe. If you need to know how the Heineken Cup works, this episode is for you. Catch us every Wednesday.
Frans Malherbe showed us how to Mako a taco this weekend as the Boks mauled England, whilst the Wallabies just refused to tie their kangaroo down. Its a wrap for the international season as Ronnie & I pick our top Boks for 2022, and we turn our attention to the back to the URC.
A woeful Wales & a moeg Marcus Smith made for an interesting weekend as the Boks buried Italy and the Wallabies came close in Ireland. The World Rugby Awards dished up just as much intrigue, with the World XV raising a few eyebrows. We look ahead to the clash with England and the Maro v Eben showdown. Catch us every Wednesday.
Another wild weekend in the Autumn Nations Series dished up defeats for the Springboks, Los Pumas & Wallabies, with Scotland showing their bravery. Rassie's documentary wasn't the only thing that dropped on Sunday, as he had everyone atwitter, Ronnie & I delve into his latest gambit. Catch us every Wednesday.
The Springboks are kicking on in the Autumn Nations Series as Manie Libbok finally gets his shot. There was plenty of action over the past weekend, but it was not always what we expected, as Los Pumas toppled England and the French secured a narrow win over the Wallabies. All to play for as the SA 'A' side prepare to face Munster and the Boks look for better accuracy against a fired up France. Catch us every Wednesday.
Season 2 is here and there is plenty of URC action to catch up on. The November Internationals are upon us with Japan almost getting the jump on the All Blacks, and the Boks look to tackle Ireland, the worlds #1 side. We are also joined this week by Lions & Springbok 'A' center, Henco van Wyk. Catch us every Wednesday.
Nick & Ronnie are back, with loads of action to cover in season 2. The URC is underway, the November Internationals are set to kick off, whilst the Champions, Challenge and Currie Cup's are looming large too. Catch us on the Pod every Wednesday.
In this special episode, I am joined by Max from The Black Jersey as we take a throw back to the July Internationals, a look at the Rugby Championship and state of Southern Hemisphere rugby. There is also a big November test series coming up and we think there may be a few upsets on the cards. Tune in for the full chat.
Damon Murphy dished out 6 yellow cards and 30 penalties in Durban, whilst the All Blacks left the Bokke with a mountain to climb. The URC saw a South African clean sweep but it was Darcy Graham who stole the show. All this and more, catch us every Wednesday.
The last time Frans donned the #10, load shedding may not have been a thing, but we're backing the Boks to put some lights out at Kings Park. The wobbling Wallabies were left cursing the ref and putting pen to paper, whilst the Rugby Championship title race heated up. Its all to play for in the final round, catch us every Wednesday for the latest.
Eben was all about tying the Wallabies down, sport as he got stuck in to their front rowers in Sydney, whilst solid wins for the Boks & All Blacks have kept the Rugby Championship tight for the final rounds. The URC makes its return this weekend and social media is a twitter at the moment. All this and more on this weeks episode, catch us every Wednesday.
Whether it's Koroibete's hit on Mapimpi or the upcoming debut for the next Bok teenager, there was no shortage of gun powder for this weeks explosive coverage of the Rugby Championship. A historic win in New Zealand for Los Pumas, a shocker from the Boks down under and a heavily revamped 23 all get a look in, whilst we feel for the old boys tasked with tackling CJ.
Six foot four and full of muscles, but can the Boks bully the Wallabies into submission with a 5-3 split? It's all out Rugby Championship action this weekend and Nick isn't too pleased with the Bok 23, whilst Ronnie is all about second chances. Catch us every Wednesday.
At international level, you've got to earn it. Whilst the Boks and Wallabies were learning hard lessons in the Rugby Championship, we were out on the streets of Joburg want die bus was vol. Join us as we take a hard look at the Bok loss and admire Dave Rennie's candour. Catch us every Wednesday.
The Rugby Championship got underway as the Boks & Wallabies opened the tournament with emphatic wins. Ian Foster & Sam Cane know the air is getting thinner and the pressure is mounting. It may have something to do with the altitude, but we're not sure the grass will be greener. We also look ahead to a sold out Ellis Park for round 2. Catch us every Wednesday.
It's not the Highveld... The Boks are preparing to take on the All Blacks in Mbombela as Los Pumas host the Wallabies in Mendoza, the Rugby Championship is here. Ronnie & I delve into the squads and take a look at the upcoming clashes in the battle for Southern Hemisphere dominance. Catch us every Wednesday.
Ronnie & I had a wild weekend in Cape Town as we travelled to see the Boks take on Wales. We may not have made it up Lions Head, but we certainly saw Ireland climb to top spot. The July Internationals dished up plenty of action, as Eddie had the last word and we look ahead to the Rugby Championship. Catch us every Wednesday.
Our trip down to Bloem may have ended in heartache but it has set up an incredible series final in Cape Town. This isn't the only final though as all the Northern Hemisphere sides recorded wins at the weekend. Ronnie has some Razor sharp advice for the All Blacks and things heat up in our Superbru pool.
The international season is underway and the Southern Hemisphere came out on top in week 1. Ronnie & I delve into all the action around the Boks v Wales series and the 14 changes to the Bok starting XV for Bloem, before checking in on all the big clashes of the weekend. Catch us every Wednesday.
It's all out internationals in this episode as Ronnie & I delve into the Bok 23 ahead of the 1st test against Wales, before hopping continents for Ireland v Ne Zealand, England v Australia and much much more. Catch us every Wednesday.
We have our 3 champions as we delve into the URC, Prem & Super Rugby finals and the heroics of Deon Fourie. A big shout out to our URC Superbru winner, Alistair Robbins and Ronnie deals with a 'Smal' problem as the Currie Cup reaches its conclusion this weekend. Who could forget the Barbarians making mince meat out of England. All of this and more. Catch us every week.
{singing} I guess the finals down in Africa... Its all out finals this weekend as the URC, Super Rugby and the Prem come down to the final 80 minutes. Don't worry though, Ronnie and I also look ahead to the international season, with most squads now announced, we take an in depth look at the 43 selected for the Boks. Catch all our picks and match previews here. New Episode every Thursday.
URC & Super Rugby quarter finals kept us busy at the weekend and we look forward to the semi-finals ahead. Bok rugby is around the corner and the boys have started flocking to Pretoria ahead of a cracker series against Wales, whilst the breakdown has Ronnie buzzing.
The United Rugby Championship hits the business end and we take a look at the weekends quarter-final match ups. It was all celebrations in Marseille as La Rochelle claimed France's 10th European Champions Cup, whilst fans were falling out of trees in Fiji trying to get in on the Super Rugby action. All of this and more, catch us every Thursday
Join Ronnie and I as we chat to Sports Law Attorney, Shane Wafer about doping in rugby. Does South Africa have it worse then others? What are the procedures? Who gets tested? We also delve into the cases of Ralepelle & Dyanti ahead of the latter's return to play. Ronnie's 2 cents and #STATurday are there as always. Catch us every Thursday.
In a special episode, we welcomed our 1st guest on the show, Blue Bulls ref Carla Adendorff for a chat. We delve into the realms of both coaching and officiating before Carla assists Ronnie with both #STATurday and the upcoming Superbru picks. We didn't forget the Currie, Challenge and Champions Cup though. Catch us every Thursday.
Some crazy action in the Champions Cup saw Munster lose a penalty shout out as Toulouse played to win. This spells trouble for the SA sides in the URC as they look for home play-off advantage. We delve into a possible SA 'A' side for July whilst the Currie Cup dished up some SA action over the weekend. All that and more, catch us every Thursday.
The dads may be going crazy in KZN, whilst school boy rugby is in full swing all around the country. The URC has reached the business end as Ronnie takes us through the stats and we look ahead to the weekends Currie Cup. Elsewhere the Aussies have done well in Super Rugby and Rassie knows how to fixt the game. We also have an exciting announcement about next weeks guest on the Pod. Catch us every Thursday.
Tuks are your 2022 Varsity Cup Champions, whilst the URC is heating up in the inaugural season of the competition as they search for theirs. The MLR and Super Rugby are also underway, Ronnie & Nick taking a look at the results around the world and the quality of competition on display. Join us every Thursday.
Ronnie & I take a look at the Varsity Cup and all that went on. The URC had a quiet weekend, but the Currie Cup, MLR and Champions Cup had plenty to keep our eyes glued to the screens. We also take a look at the return of Aphiwe Dyantyi and the Frans Steyn's role as fines master.
Ronnie & I take a look at how SA teams may qualify for the European Rugby Champions Cup. There was also plenty of action in the URC & Super Rugby over the weekend and much to discuss about the Bok's 1st alignment camp. Ronnie's 2 cents & #Staturday are there as always.
We look at the rise of Manie Libbok in the URC and how the final rounds and play-offs are taking shape. A change of eligibility in English rugby could be a blessing for the Saffa's, whilst 3 months out from the Welsh tour, Ronnie and I pick our Bok teams. Ronnie's 2 cents and #Staturday are there as always.
The URC is in full flight now that the 6 Nations is done, with the Sharks being the 1st to slip at home, whilst the Lions are on the up. Mapimpi shared his story with the world this weekend, whilst Rassie was concerned with the signing of 'weak players at our franchises. Ronnie & I also hop across the ocean and take a look at Super Rugby Pacific with the heroics of Moana Pasifika. You regular 2 cents & #STATurday are there too, can you guess this weeks one?
France were crowned 6 Nations champions, adding a Grand Slam along the way, just as Ronnie predicted. Elsewhere the South African dominance at home continued in the URC as they got their 2nd clean sweep in a row against the North. Ronnie also takes us through the World Rankings and he has some info that just may surprise you, whilst this weeks #STATurday is the hardest one yet
France are on the march to the Grand Slam & a resounding 6 Nations victory this weekend, but Eddie insisted they are under pressure, whilst Ronnie gets to bask in the glow of his predictions. Some silly red cards lead to some interesting results but nothing could stop SA enjoying their 4/4 on the weekend. Ronnie's 2 cents and STATurday are there as always.
A cracker weekend of 6 Nations coming up, whilst the Northern Hemisphere teams make their long awaited return to SA. We also take a look through Rassie's interview with the Daily Mail and Bok tickets are finally available, whilst Ronnie's 2 cents and #STATurday keep things interesting.
Whilst there was some shocking officiating on display over the weekend in both the URC and 6 Nations, there were still some stellar games across the board. We also take a hard look at SA's salary cap and how its affecting our ability to lure more players like Etzebeth back home.
Just like Bakkies & Eben, Ronnie and I are back at it again. Ronnie share's his 2 cents on SA's possible move to the 6 Nations whilst we look at the weekends Currie Cup action, Shimlas' strong win over Maties and ahead to the 6 Nations & URC this weekend.
Card's were a plenty in both the URC and 6 Nations this past weekend, having a major influence on the results. Whilst elsewhere social media is abuzz with the news that the en4cer Etzebeth may be heading over to Durban. Join Nick & Ronnie as we take a look through it all.
Nick & Ronnie take a look back at the ^ Nations with an important win for Scotland in the Calcutta Cup. The URC also dished up some interesting results, whilst the Varsity Cup is around the corner. Ronnie's 2 cents is here as always and see if Ronnie can help you out with this weeks STATurday
Join Nick & Ronnie as we look back at the weekends URC action, forward to the 6 Nations and Varsity Cup, as well as for Ronnie's 2 cents and our STATurday clue.
Season 1 of Punt-it Thursdays is coming soon with Nick & Ronnie and a load of great content to keep you entertained and clued up along the way.