This week on the Breakdown podcast, Jeff Wilson is joined by former All Black & Highlanders captain Taine Randall. Taine is part of a syndicate that has just bought into the Highlanders, how does he see a way forward for more parity across the competition?
This week on the Breakdown podcast, Jeff Wilson is joined by 100 test All Black Mils Muliaina. With the All Blacks being named LIVE on the Breakdown Sunday 18th of June, what could the make up of the squad be and could semi final performances change the selectors minds?
This week on the Breakdown podcast, Jeff Wilson is joined by Sky Sport commentator Fauono Ken Laban, they look at the upcoming Super Rugby playoffs and where is this competition going in the future? How is NZ going to deal with the player drain after the World Cup, do we have the talent coming through the age grades?
Jeff Wilson is joined by 2015 Super Rugby Champion Joey Wheeler to discuss the impending departure of the last of the 2011-2015 era of All Blacks. What game plan is going to the winner at the upcoming RWC? And who is going to lock down the last spots in the Super Rugby playoffs?
Jeff Wilson is joined by legendary broadcaster Grant Nisbett to discuss the naming of Wayne Smith as the Performance coach to the All Blacks and Black Ferns starting 2024. How deep does the coaching go in NZ and what seems to make a good one? They also touch on whether the ABs should pick from overseas based players and does Nisbo think the Canes can win Super Rugby?
Jeff Wilson is joined by Sir John Kirwan as they look at the Hurricanes resting their ABs for this weekends blockbuster v the Chiefs. They ask the question, What is Super Rugby for?
Jeff Wilson is joined by NZ Rugby World editor-in-chief Jim Kayes to discuss the deal the NZR has with Japan rugby. How will RTS stint in rugby be remembered? And why did Wayne Smith's comments rile up the front row club so much?
This week on the Breakdown podcast, Jeff Wilson is joined by Mils Muliaina. Could a draft be the way to go for Super Rugby in the future? Is this the way to even out Super Rugby? Could we see All Blacks playing for Aussie teams in the future?
This week on the Breakdown podcast, Jeff Wilson is joined by Nathan Rarere. They look at the entertainment values of the big leagues around the world and what NZ Rugby can do to make the in stadium experience must see viewing. Who is going to win Super Rugby and will there be any bolters for the World Cup squad?
This week on the Breakdown podcast, Jeff Wilson is joined by Sky Sport commentator Fauono Ken Laban. They cover all levels of rugby from First XVs into the international game. Its a great episode, one not to miss!
Jeff Wilson is joined by Sky Sport Analyst and former Chiefs front rower Ben Castle. They go deep on the scrums in Super Rugby this year and what makes the front row tick. If you want to know about the dark arts this is the podcast for you. Also why are the Hurricanes clicking this year and what does the NPC mean for NZ Rugby.
Jeff Wilson is joined by NZ Rugby World editor-in-chief Jim Kayes to chat about who could potentially fill the fullback jersey for the All Blacks this season, has D Mac outplayed Beaudy enough to cement himself in 15, so many choices and only one spot. Also who could be the star newcomer for the upcoming Rugby World Cup like Nehe Milner-Skudder and Glen Osborne in the past.
Jeff Wilson is joined by legendary broadcaster Grant Nisbett to discuss the naming of Scott Robertson as All Black coach in 2024. They also look at Super Rugby Pacific and who has a chance of making the playoffs.
Jeff Wilson is joined by Sir John Kirwan to get into everything happening in NZ Rugby and around the world at the moment.
Jeff Wilson is joined by Nate Rarere to mull over a test match for the ages in Melbourne. Did the ref make the right call in the end? How did the ABs blow there lead in the second half? What punishment does Darcy Swain deserve? Listen in for answers to all these questions and more. Plus Nate makes a reference to Rick Rude which is impressive!
Ahead of yet another must-win test, against Argentina in Hamilton, Jeff Wilson and Jim Kayes look at the 23 Ian Foster has named, consider the importance of the All Blacks bench and come up with things they hope to see from the All Blacks on Saturday.
Jeff and Jim try to make sense of the drama around the retention of All Blacks coach Ian Foster and look ahead to the tests against Argentina.
Goldie, Marshy, Nisbo go deep into the latest test and chat about the All Blacks going forward toward Johannesburg
Jeff Wilson is joined by Grant Nisbett and Justin Marshall from their base in South Africa. They look ahead of the first test between the All Blacks and Springboks, a huge start to the Rugby Championship and even bigger test for the current regime.
Jeff Wilson and Jim Kayes discuss the week that was in New Zealand rugby after a historic series defeat to Ireland.