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RuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International 246 - Waratahs Woes and Super Rugby FinalsAustralia's biggest state bombs big time while New Zealand teams dominate the first weekend of finals coming up in Super Rugby.
Once last look at the Lions series.
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RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 246 - Waratahs Woes and Super Rugby FinalsAustralia's biggest state bombs big time while New Zealand teams dominate the first weekend of finals coming up in Super Rugby.
Once last look at the Lions series.
Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles.
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Check us out at http://ruggamatrix.com/2017-07-1733 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International 218 - All Blacks All Conquering HDFormer Wallaby and Rugby commentator Brett Papworth talks to RuggaMatrix in the wake of another Bledisloe Cup win to New Zealand and his explosive article about the state of play in Australia.2016-08-3036 min
RuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International 218 - All Blacks All Conquering SDFormer Wallaby and Rugby commentator Brett Papworth talks to RuggaMatrix in the wake of another Bledisloe Cup win to New Zealand and his explosive article about the state of play in Australia.2016-08-3000 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 218 - All Blacks All ConqueringFormer Wallaby and Rugby commentator Brett Papworth talks to RuggaMatrix in the wake of another Bledisloe Cup win to New Zealand and his explosive article about the state of play in Australia.2016-08-3036 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 210 - We Meet at Last HDGet the the last word on game day from the straight shooting RuggaMatrix team. Show 210 - We Meet at Last - in living colour! 2015 RWC Final - Australia v New Zealand.2015-10-3139 minRuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International TV 210 - We Meet at Last SDGet the the last word on game day from the straight shooting RuggaMatrix team. Show 210 - We Meet at Last - in living colour! 2015 RWC Final - Australia v New Zealand.2015-10-3100 min
RuggaMatrix AmericaRuggaMatrix America 159 - TR SpeaksFormer Eagle and current corporate CEO Tony Ridnell has been shaking up social media with his blogs on USA Rugby's leadership. Now he talks to RuggaMatrix America.2015-10-2800 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 200 - World Cup Year HDRuggaMatrix returns for the first time in 2015 with Wallabies and Waratahs prop Benn Robinson.
Join us as we discuss Super Rugby from the defending champions point of view and look ahead to the RWC in England later this year.
Plus a special guest appearance by The Baron.2015-02-1025 minRuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International TV 200 - World Cup Year SDRuggaMatrix returns for the first time in 2015 with Wallabies and Waratahs prop Benn Robinson.
Join us as we discuss Super Rugby from the defending champions point of view and look ahead to the RWC in England later this year.
Plus a special guest appearance by The Baron.2015-02-1000 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 200 - World Cup YearRuggaMatrix returns for the first time in 2015 with Wallabies and Waratahs prop Benn Robinson. Join us as we discuss Super Rugby from the defending champions point of view and look ahead to the RWC in England later this year.2015-02-1025 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 199 - By the Numbers HDBen Darwin says it’s almost impossible for England to win the World Cup. The former Wallabies prop talks to RuggaMatrix about his company GAIN LINE. It puts a number to qualities usually considered unmeasurable and it doesn’t add up for England. We also find out what's wrong with the Australian pack after its demolition at Twickenham.2014-12-0945 minRuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International TV 199 - By the Numbers SDBen Darwin says it’s almost impossible for England to win the World Cup. The former Wallabies prop talks to RuggaMatrix about his company GAIN LINE. It puts a number to qualities usually considered unmeasurable and it doesn’t add up for England. We also find out what's wrong with the Australian pack after its demolition at Twickenham.2014-12-0900 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 199 - By the NumbersBen Darwin says it’s almost impossible for England to win the World Cup. The former Wallabies prop talks to RuggaMatrix about his company GAIN LINE. It puts a number to qualities usually considered unmeasurable and it doesn’t add up for England. We also find out what's wrong with the Australian pack after its demolition at Twickenham.2014-12-0445 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 189 - The Premiership HDRuggaMatrix heads north to check in with Northampton Saints prop Salesi Ma'afu. We talk about the Saints thrilling win over Saracens and look forward to the Internationals.2014-06-0643 minRuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International TV 189 - The Premiership SDRuggaMatrix heads north to check in with Northampton Saints prop Salesi Ma'afu. We talk about the Saints thrilling win over Saracens and look forward to the Internationals.2014-06-0600 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 189 - The PremiershipRuggaMatrix heads north to check in with Northampton Saints prop Salesi Ma'afu. We talk about the Saints thrilling win over Saracens and look forward to the Internationals.2014-06-0543 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 188 - TMO Report Card HDRuggaMatrix International returns ahead of the southern hemisphere tours. Our special guest is former Test referee Stuart Dickinson. It's refereeing in-depth like you've never heard before with the TMO under the microscope.2014-06-0554 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 188 - TMO Report CardRuggaMatrix International returns ahead of the southern hemisphere tours. Our special guest is former Test referee Stuart Dickinson. It's refereeing in-depth like you've never heard before with the TMO under the microscope.2014-05-2754 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 183 - Rocky IXRocky Elsom makes a record breaking ninth appearance on RuggaMatrix.
The former Wallabies captain is now working for Racing Club de Narbonne Méditerannée and wants to play again.
We talk Super Rugby and 6 Nations and that's just for starters.2014-01-2943 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 183 - Rocky IX HDRocky Elsom makes a record breaking ninth appearance on RuggaMatrix.
The former Wallabies captain is now working for Racing Club de Narbonne Méditerannée and wants to play again.
We talk Super Rugby and 6 Nations and that's just for starters.2014-01-2843 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 181 - Old Sea Dogs HDInternational Sevens star Ollie Phillips is in the middle of the challenge of his life. The England representative is sailing with Team Great Britain in the Clipper Around the World Race and this week he caught up with Team RuggaMatrix in Sydney.2013-12-1837 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 181 - Old Sea DogsInternational Sevens star Ollie Phillips is in the middle of the challenge of his life.
The England representative is sailing with Team Great Britain in the Clipper Around the World Race and this week he caught up with Team RuggaMatrix in Sydney.2013-12-1837 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 176 - Lions LegacyCongratulations to RuggaMatrix commentator Ewen McKenzie - now head coach of the Wallabies - replacing Robbie Deans. This week we discuss the fallout from Australia's shattering loss to the Lions in the Third Test with Japan's head coach Eddie Jones and Rugby Invincible Mark Ella. Brian O'Driscoll reflects on the tour win after robust celebrations in Sydney.Congratulations to RuggaMatrix commentator Ewen McKenzie - now head coach of the Wallabies - replacing Robbie Deans. This week we discuss the fallout from Australia's shattering loss to the Lions in the Third Test with Japan's head coach Eddie Jones and Rugby Invincible...2013-07-1038 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 176 - Lions Legacy HDCongratulations to RuggaMatrix commentator Ewen McKenzie - now head coach of the Wallabies - replacing Robbie Deans. This week we discuss the fallout from Australia's shattering loss to the Lions in the Third Test with Japan's head coach Eddie Jones and Rugby Invincible Mark Ella. Brian O'Driscoll reflects on the tour win after robust celebrations in Sydney.2013-07-1038 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 174 - The Hero Returns HDRuggaMatrix has the exclusive feature interview with 2001 Lions slayer Justin Harrison. Justin talks about his epic lineout steal in the deciding third Test 12 years ago. Now coaching in France - Justin offers outstanding analysis of the current series to be decided in Sydney this weekend.2013-07-0425 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 174 - The Hero ReturnsRuggaMatrix has the exclusive feature interview with 2001 Lions slayer Justin Harrison. Justin talks about his epic lineout steal in the deciding third Test 12 years ago. Now coaching in France - Justin offers outstanding analysis of the current series to be decided in Sydney this weekend.2013-07-0425 minRuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International TV 171 - Must Win SDRuggaMatrix comes from Melbourne ahead of the Second Test between the British and Irish Lions and Wallabies. Australian backrower Ben Bowen and hooker Saia Fainga'a join Djuro Sen to preview this epic clash.2013-06-2700 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 171 - Must WinRuggaMatrix comes from Melbourne ahead of the Second Test between the British and Irish Lions and Wallabies. Australian backrower Ben Bowen and hooker Saia Fainga'a join Djuro Sen to preview this epic clash.2013-06-2714 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 171 - Must Win HDRuggaMatrix comes from Melbourne ahead of the Second Test between the British and Irish Lions and Wallabies. Australian backrower Ben Bowen and hooker Saia Fainga'a join Djuro Sen to preview this epic clash.2013-06-2614 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 167 - Coming to America HDHe's head coach (for now) and he's on RuggaMatrix. Les Kiss talks about leading Ireland to the United States and Canada. We discuss Joe Schmidt taking over from Declan Kidney - the Lions and plenty more...
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00.00 — CHANGING IN IRELAND COACHING TEAM – Les Kiss (Interim Head Coach - Ireland)
16:05 — LIONS AND JONNY WILKINSON - Les Kiss (Interim Head Coach - Ireland)
19.47 — LIONS AND QUADE COOPER AND RONAN O'GARA - Les Kiss (Interim Head Coach - Ireland)2013-05-2832 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 167 - Coming to AmericaHe's head coach (for now) and he's on RuggaMatrix. Les Kiss talks about leading Ireland to the United States and Canada. We discuss Joe Schmidt taking over from Declan Kidney - the Lions and plenty more...
(starting times of interviews included below)
00.00 — CHANGING IN IRELAND COACHING TEAM – Les Kiss (Interim Head Coach - Ireland)
16:05 — LIONS AND JONNY WILKINSON - Les Kiss (Interim Head Coach - Ireland)
19.47 — LIONS AND QUADE COOPER AND RONAN O'GARA - Les Kiss (Interim Head Coach - Ireland)
Panel: Djuro Sen2013-05-2732 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 164 - Not without a fight HDHe's travelled to Sweden in a desperate attempt to fix a chronic Achilles problem and this week Stephen Hoiles speaks to RuggaMatrix about his comeback battle.
As a former Brumby and Waratah, Stephen is well placed to commentate on this week's grudge match between the Super Rugby Rivals.
We also remember Shawn Mackay.2013-03-0542 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 164 - Not without a fightHe's travelled to Sweden in a desperate attempt to fix a chronic Achilles problem and this week Stephen Hoiles speaks to RuggaMatrix about his comeback battle.
As a former Brumby and Waratah, Stephen is well placed to commentate on this week's grudge match between the Super Rugby Rivals.
We also remember Shawn Mackay.2013-03-0542 minRuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International TV 158 - Lion Tamers SDWelcome to our first British & Irish Lions special with Head Coach Warren Gatland. We talk strength and conditioning with David Dwyer as he explains how to manage a legend like Brian O'Driscoll.
We also preview Inside Rugby's annual magazine and offer a worldwide special discount to our international audience.
Check it out at RuggaMatrix.com
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07.38 -- Warren Gatland (Head Coach - British & Irish Lions)
28.22 -- David Dwyer (Strength & Conditioning Coach)
Panel: Djuro Sen
Episode 158 is brought to you by Strike...2012-12-2300 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 158 - Lion Tamers HDWelcome to our first British & Irish Lions special with Head Coach Warren Gatland. We talk strength and conditioning with David Dwyer as he explains how to manage a legend like Brian O'Driscoll.
We also preview Inside Rugby's annual magazine and offer a worldwide special discount to our international audience.
Check it out at RuggaMatrix.com
(starting times of interviews included below)
07.38 -- Warren Gatland (Head Coach - British & Irish Lions)
28.22 -- David Dwyer (Strength & Conditioning Coach)
Panel: Djuro Sen
Episode 158 is brought to you by Strike...2012-12-2340 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 158 - Lion TamersWelcome to our first British & Irish Lions special with Head Coach Warren Gatland. We talk strength and conditioning with David Dwyer as he explains how to manage a legend like Brian O'Driscoll.
We also preview Inside Rugby's annual magazine and offer a worldwide special discount to our international audience.
Check it out at RuggaMatrix.com
(starting times of interviews included below)
07.38 -- Warren Gatland (Head Coach - British & Irish Lions)
28.22 -- David Dwyer (Strength & Conditioning Coach)
Panel: Djuro Sen
Episode 158 is brought to you by Strike...2012-12-2140 minRuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International TV 156 - Viva Espana SDThis week we prepare for the 2012 Autumn Internationals.
We start with the Wallabies squad, move to Ireland with Les Kiss, then to France with Morgan Turinui.
Stu Adam makes his RuggaMatrix debut with a fascinating chat with Spanish Sevens star Carlos Blanco.
Carlos gives a five star introduction to show 156.
(starting times of interviews included below)
02.33 – Robbie Deans (Wallabies Head Coach)
05.33 – Les Kiss (Ireland Assistant Coach)
16.00 – Morgan Turinui (Stade Francais Centre)
35.57 – Carlos Blanco (Spanish Sevens Star)
Panel: Djuro Sen2012-10-2700 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 156 - Viva Espana HDThis week we prepare for the 2012 Autumn Internationals.
We start with the Wallabies squad, move to Ireland with Les Kiss, then to France with Morgan Turinui.
Stu Adam makes his RuggaMatrix debut with a fascinating chat with Spanish Sevens star Carlos Blanco.
Carlos gives a five star introduction to show 156.
(starting times of interviews included below)
02.33 – Robbie Deans (Wallabies Head Coach)
05.33 – Les Kiss (Ireland Assistant Coach)
16.00 – Morgan Turinui (Stade Francais Centre)
35.57 – Carlos Blanco (Spanish Sevens Star)
Panel: Djuro Sen2012-10-2654 minRuggaMatrix International TV SDRuggaMatrix International TV 154 - Reboot SDWelcome to RuggaMatrix 2.0 the reboot show.
Redesigned in HD for Web enabled TV devices – RuggaMatrix is now scheduled for delivery every second Tuesday, starting today.
We have a host of special guests: (starting times of interviews included below)
06.25 – Michael Cheika (NSW Waratahs Head Coach)
21.00 – Pat McCabe (Wallabies Centre)
24.00 – Brett Sheehan (Wallabies Scrumhalf) & Benn Robinson (Wallabies Prop)
33.10 – Ben Mowen (Brumbies Captain)
Panel: Djuro Sen and Mark Cashman2012-09-2500 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 154 - RebootWelcome to RuggaMatrix 2.0 the reboot show.
Redesigned in HD for Web enabled TV devices - RuggaMatrix is now scheduled for delivery every second Tuesday, starting today.
We have a host of special guests: (starting times of interviews included below)
06.25 - Michael Cheika (NSW Waratahs Head Coach)
21.00 - Pat McCabe (Wallabies Centre)
24.00 - Brett Sheehan (Wallabies Scrumhalf) & Benn Robinson (Wallabies Prop)
33.10 - Ben Mowen (Brumbies Captain)
Panel: Djuro Sen and Mark Cashman2012-09-2442 minRuggaMatrix International TV HDRuggaMatrix International TV 154 - Reboot HDWelcome to RuggaMatrix 2.0 the reboot show.
Redesigned in HD for Web enabled TV devices – RuggaMatrix is now scheduled for delivery every second Tuesday, starting today.
We have a host of special guests: (starting times of interviews included below)
06.25 – Michael Cheika (NSW Waratahs Head Coach)
21.00 – Pat McCabe (Wallabies Centre)
24.00 – Brett Sheehan (Wallabies Scrumhalf) & Benn Robinson (Wallabies Prop)
33.10 – Ben Mowen (Brumbies Captain)
Panel: Djuro Sen and Mark Cashman2012-09-2442 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 145 – Super CloseOur video show is back on but audio fans will get first shot at Episode 145 – Super Close.
Super Rugby off the top this week with Nick Stiles, assistant coach of the Western Force, ahead of their clash with the Queensland Reds. The competition is one of the tightest on record and we take an in-depth look.
Heineken Cup, Amlin Challenge, Premiership and Top 14 with Stade Francais centre Morgan Turinui.
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RuggaMatrix International 145 – Super Close
Episode 145 brought to you by Strike. Australia’s larges...2012-03-281h 01RuggaMatrix AmericaRuggaMatrix America 081 - Mike TolkinNew USA Head Coach Mike Tolkin checks in with RuggaMatrix, as does current USA captain Todd Clever. And Bruce tells us what he knows about the new coach he’s known for 30 years.2012-02-2200 min
RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 105 - Game OnWe’re down to the final 8 of the Heineken Cup and the 6 Nations is on our doorstep. So much to look forward to over the coming weeks.
RuggaMatrix checks in with our good friend Peter Hewat in Japan. He’s about to play in a Grand Final for Suntory but he’s also across the world game.
Super Rugby is also about to kickoff in the South and we cross to Ewen McKenzie for the latest news on trial matches.
There’s plenty to cover .. so don’t waste another moment .. start downloading now!2011-01-251h 09RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 102 - The Christmas SpecialDue out Christmas Day but a few gremlins delayed the roll out of this annual festive show.
This week we travel to the home of Greg Growden for a chat about his latest book Inside The Wallabies.
But it’s much more than flogging a book, it’s an in depth look at following the game from the point of view of one of the game’s leading writers. Greg’s been covering the game for 30 years and he’s ideally suited to giving us a candid look at how the game has evolved in that time...2010-12-291h 13
RuggaMatrix AmericaRuggaMatrix America 040 - Eagles on TourThe Eagles are on a vital tour of Europe and RuggaMatrix takes you inside the camp with John van der Giessen and Kevin Swiryn.2010-11-0900 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 093 - The Heineken Cup According to Rocky ElsomThe Heineken Cup is only a week away and we call in our expert on the subject.
Wallabies captain and former Leinster hero Rocky Elsom casts a close eye across all the pools in the competition to find Europe's premier team.
He's straight to the point and he doesn't hold out much hope for his old club in Dublin.
Marc Stcherbina makes a 'live' appearance in the RuggaMatrix studio. We hear more from him about the long road back to normal life after breaking his neck in this competition 18 months ago.
...2010-09-301h 13RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 092 - The Rebel Mark BakewellRuggaMatrix speaks with former Bath assistant coach now Melbourne Rebels forwards coach Mark Bakewell on episode 092.
A coach of vast experience across the word, Mark is well placed to run a form line across the teams in the north and south.
We get an interesting insight into coaching in France and in the Premiership.
Now Mark's job is to get the Melbourne Rebels competitive from day one in the Super Rugby (Super 15) starting 2011.
He says Danny Cipriani made the best decision of his short career to play with the Rebels and...2010-09-231h 01RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 091 - 'Beware the Bravehearts' Andy RobinsonRuggaMatrix looks at a Scotland team on the rise with Head Coach Andy Robinson.
The former England International tells the panel he's watched the Tri
Nations closely and he's impressed.
He has high hopes that the 6 Nations can also produce some of the stunning matches that have made for exhausting viewing in the 2010 3N.
Robinson has guided the Scots to impressive wins over Argentina in Argentina and the Wallabies last autumn.
He also has firm opinions on the scrum and its importance as a set piece platform.
...2010-09-151h 24RuggaMatrix AmericaRuggaMatrix America 028 - The BossToday we go straight to the top and check in with USA Rugby CEO Nigel Melville.
Bruce McLane digs deep into U20s and development rugby among many other pressing subjects.
The Olympics, Sevens and funding are just some of the issues we deal with today.
And don't forget to try out new iPhone app - just search for RuggaMatrix in iTunes.2010-07-2600 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 082 - All BlacksWe're back online with a new show.
The full original panel is together once again looking back at the All Blacks incredible win over the Springboks in the opening Tri Nations match in Auckland.
Has NZ set the standard?
Will South Africa strike back this weekend in Wellington?
Lots of questions to answer on the Tri Nations and northern hemisphere clubs as they conduct their pre-season programmes.
We cross to our man on the ground in New Zealand also - Marc Hinton from rugbyheaven.co.nz.
Note...2010-07-151h 00RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 079 - Scrum or RunCan the north strike back this weekend?
Ireland are still smarting after being smashed by the All Blacks and 6 Nations champions France were demolished by World Champions South Africa.
Even England's all powerful scrum failed to contain Australia.
So this week we put the heat on Les Kiss over Ireland's debacle in New Plymouth. As usual Les meets the criticism head on.
We talk with Ewen McKenzie about the brave Scots who toppled Argentina.
And we look ahead to this weekend and the World Cup.
IN DEPTH...2010-06-171h 01RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 078 - Down UnderThe best of the north is now down under for a series of mouth watering test matches.
Can Ireland pull off the improbable and beat the All Blacks? We ask Les Kiss and Ronan O'Gara exactly that question.
England take on the Wallabies in Perth and we look back at the Springboks v Wales clash.
IN DEPTH ANALYSIS
Inspired by a rucking incident in the England v Australian Barbarians game.
Is it possible to ruck without using your boot?
We look at alternatives to rucking and the...2010-06-101h 02RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 077 - Tears and TrophiesAs the show title suggests we look at the finals across the globe that decided the Magners League, Guinness Premiership, Top 14 and Super 14.
This is the honour roll for 2010 and it makes for impressive reading.
Heineken Cup - Toulouse
Magners League - Ospreys
Guinness Premiership - Leicester
Top 14 - Clermont
Super 14 - Bulls
Les Kiss was on hand for the Ospreys win in Dublin and we look closely at the fallout from all the results.
The invasion of the south is underway and we check in with...2010-06-021h 08RuggaMatrix AmericaRuggaMatrix America 022 - The FinalRuggaMatrix takes you inside the heads of the opposing coaches for the Super League Final. Paul Keeler from San Francisco Golden Gate and Mike Tolkin from New York Athletic Club.2010-05-2700 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 076 - The PremiershipRuggaMatrix returns to England this week with a feature interview with England and Bath prop David Flatman.
If you've never listened to a David Flatman interview ... you've missed out because not only is he hilarious he's brilliant on the finer points of the game.
We discuss the Guinness Premiership in depth with David, the scrum and the England tour squad which is heading down under next week.
Ewen McKenzie covers all things Top 14, Heineken Cup and Super Rugby while Les Kiss gives us a final rundown on the Magners League decider.
...2010-05-261h 02RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 075 - The Global WrapThe team has called in some heavyweight support to help predict the outcome of some massive matches in our global wrap in show 75 of RuggaMatrix.
Wallaby and 2009 Leinster hero Rocky Elsom looks at the Heineken Cup decider this weekend between Toulouse and Biarritz just for starters.
The final two have been decided in the Magners League, Top 14 and Guinness premiership but we're still waiting on the Super 14 to purge two more teams in that series.
If you're vaguely interested in any rugby around the world then make sure you tune in to show 075...2010-05-191h 13RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 067 - Danger ZoneVive le France!
The Grand Slam 6 Nations champions are France and this week we look back at the 2010 tournament with our special guest from Italy, Craig Gower.
Craig joins us from France where his club Bayonne is facing tough match against Top 14 ladder leaders Castres this weekend.
We get a first hand account of the strengths of the different teams during this year's championship and Craig gives Scotland a better than expected assessment over England.
The former Australian rugby league rep player talks about a some funny things too ... things you'll...2010-03-251h 20RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 063 - Culture ShockWallabies coach Robbie Deans is our special guest on RuggaMatrix 063 - Culture Shock.
We continue to debate the new law interpretations at the breakdown and we once again go in-depth on the subject.
Our expert panel includes Robbie and Sydney Morning Herald Chief Rugby Correspondent Greg Growden.
Les Kiss fires back from a Northern point of view as Robbie Deans makes the argument for change.
It's another great discussion and we guarantee that you won't agree with at least someone but that's what it's all about.
Of course 6 Nations...2010-02-251h 06RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 060 - Six NationsIt's Six Nations time again and we have the latest news from the defending title holders.
Donncha O'Callaghan is our special guest.
The Muster and Lions squad member gives RuggaMatrix the inside word on his knee injury and when he expects to be back.
Donncha is also an ambassador for Unicef and he's been working hard in helping to raise awareness for the devastation in Haiti.
We have a full Six Nations preview and talk Super Rugby with Ewen McKenzie.
Our In-Depth analysis looks at MAN DOWN.
What...2010-02-051h 00RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 059 - The Dark Side of the ScrumRuggaMatrix looks at a controversial round of Heineken Cup .. another replacement blunder has marred the quarter-finals make up.
Top 14 ploughed on while most other comps have a rest heading into the 6 Nations.
Les Kiss joins us from Ireland's camp and he gives an up to date form guide on this year's combatants.
Super Rugby trials continue and Ewen McKenzie details how the refereeing of the breakdown will open the game up in 2010.
We also hear from Justin Harrison. He plays his first match for the Brumbies this weekend after completing an 8...2010-01-291h 06
RuggaMatrix AmericaRuggaMatrix America 007 - The ShermanatorRuggaMatrix USA catches up with a workhorse of American Rugby, USA Eagles Backs Coach, Matt Sherman.2010-01-2600 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 058 - Popcorn RugbyRuggaMatrix breaks new ground this week with Ewen McKenzie's exclusive review of Invictus, the inspirational film about the 1995 Rugby World Cup.
In the real world we hammer Les Kiss over his Six Nations squad and we ask him your questions about the players left out.
The Heineken Cup is massive this weekend so what better way to prepare than downloading Show 058 of RuggaMatrix.
We go through the major matches and discuss the possibilities.
Super Rugby trials begin this weekend and we take a look at the season ahead.
Our...2010-01-221h 15RuggaMatrix AmericaRuggaMatrix America 006 - Bring the BallThe RuggaMatrix USA coach of the year Rob Holder is our special guest. The founder of the Spearhead Rugby Academy talks youth rugby in America.2010-01-1900 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 057 - The Muscles from BrusselsHappy New Year!
The RuggaMatrix Team is back for another year with more commentary and analysis.
We start 2010 with a look at the big freeze, the Heineken Cup, Six Nations and Super 14.
The Six Nations Squads are starting to hit the press and we check out England's line up.
We're just getting started so why not join Djuro, Mark, Les and Ewen as they guide your through both hemispheres of the game.2010-01-1550 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 055 - The Anniversary ShowWell this is it .. our anniversary show. RuggaMatrix turns 1 this week and we have a special guest to celebrate it with us. Former Wallabies lock Daniel Vickerman, fresh from leading Cambridge to victory over Oxford in the annual varsity match, gives us a special insight into that game and his life post test rugby.
Is it all over? Well not quite, Dan hasn't closed the door yet on once again playing for Australia.
It might be our anniversary show but we still get down to business and the Heineken Cup is at the top of...2009-12-181h 05RuggaMatrix AmericaRuggaMatrix America 001 - Welcome to the ShowWelcome to the Show. This is the show the USA has been waiting for from the creators of RuggaMatrix comes RuggaMatrix USA. Our guest today Simon Hardy.2009-12-0200 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 049 - John EalesThe Autumn Internationals are upon us and we look at the two big Tests - Wales v New Zealand and England v Australia with our special guest star Wallabies legend John Eales.
Fresh from launching a another important sporting programme, THE CAPTAINS' FORUM, he spends some meaningful time with the RuggaMatrix team.
From leadership to the detail of the second-row, John Eales is a MUST LISTEN.
Les Kiss joins the show direct from the Irish camp and talks about the pressure to perform against the southern invaders.2009-11-051h 04RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 047 - OspreyliaRuggaMatrix takes you to Wales this week and speaks with their enigmatic Ospreys coaching director Scott Johnson.
Johnson is one of rugby's truly great characters and on this show he doesn't hold back. The Ospreys are coming off a vital win in the Heineken Cup and we get the inside word on the preparations for the next phase. Johnson makes a bold call on this season's Six Nations champions (warning for the Irish here) and the upcoming autumn internationals.
Les Kiss was called away on urgent business but Ewen McKenzie is back in the chair...2009-10-2255 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 046 - London IrishLondon Irish have shown they are the real deal this season after grinding out a tough 12-9 win over Heineken Cup champions Leinster at the RDS.
Today RuggaMatrix speaks with their inspirational captain Bob Casey about the rise of the Exiles this year. Casey is back in contention for Ireland selection and he hopes to add to his 7 national caps this autumn. The big lock took time out of his fortnightly poker night with teammates to give us a wide ranging and entertaining interview.2009-10-141h 16RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 045 - James HaskellToday's show is like a 12 course meal... something for everyone. England and Stade Francais backrower James Haskell joins up with his former coach Ewen McKenzie for an in-depth chat about his life plus French and English Rugby.
Haskell features on the cover of the new Stade calendar and among the rugby questions we get to the bottom of that photo ... touched up or not? His form has been terrific on field this year in the Top 14 and RuggaMatrix catches up with him just a few days out before Stade's Heineken Cup clash with Edinburgh.
We...2009-10-071h 14RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 041 - Where is Kobus?Ewen McKenzie has parted ways with Stade Francais and he speaks with RuggaMatrix.
It's a frank, too the point and no holds barred interview done just hours after the announcement was made just 5 games into the Top 14 season. As always Ewen aims up and we wish him the best for the future. Les Kiss is back from the wilderness and he's got plenty to say about the Magners League and the performance of the Irish clubs.
We find out where the Ireland nation team is up to and his thoughts on the Tri Nations. Our...2009-09-0959 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 039 - The Big PlayThis week RuggaMatrix catches up with the South African camp ahead of their Tri-Nations clash with Australia in Perth.
Assistant Springboks coach Dick Muir tells us about the confidence within the camp and the secret to their incredible success.
Les Kiss is still settling back in Ireland so we'll hear from him in a couple of weeks but Ewen McKenzie has avoided the Swine Flu to give a us a full rundown on happenings in the north including Bloodgate.
Our In-Depth Analysis is THE BIG PLAY.2009-08-271h 02RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 038 - Cat PowerIt's Bledisloe Week down under and RuggaMatrix catches up with arguably the best loosehead in world rugby at the moment ... Benn Robinson from Australia. Despite his size Robinson, also known as 'The Cat', has dominated his opponents at Super Rugby and Test level this year. Just days before another challenge up front against the All Blacks in Sydney Robinson covers all things front row, Dan Carter and much much more...
Les Kiss is busy with the first Ireland camp of the season so we've got Marc Stcherbina off the bench.
Ewen McKenzie tells all about...2009-08-191h 29RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 037 - The Springboks UncoveredThis week we look deep into the game plan of the all conquering Springboks.
How good are they? Can anyone hope to beat them for the title? Well the RuggaMatrix panel comes up with some answers thanks to a massive list of experts.
1991 World Cup winning coach Bob Dwyer joins us for the second time and on this occasion he's got something special for everyone.2009-08-121h 24RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 036 - Master and CommanderHe looks like Russell Crowe but he's ten times tougher.
Former Wallaby hooker Brendan Cannon joins the RuggaMatrix panel for one of our best interviews yet.
Cannon was almost killed in a car accident in 1993 and he's endured many personal challenges through his career. His story is inspirational but this show is not just about Cannon's history but the current events in the game.
Cannon has some interesting observations about the South African team dominating the Tri-Nations and what Australia and New Zealand have to do to win.
We also throw...2009-08-061h 17RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 035 - I hope We Are Alive To See ItThis week we speak to one of Australia's great centres who is now charged with the almighty task of resurrecting the Queensland Reds.
Daniel Herbert a 67 Test veteran for the Wallabies is the newly appointed Reds General Manager and he talks to RuggaMatrix on the very day that Queensland's best player, Berrick Barnes, defected to NSW. Herbert covers a host of different topics including rugby in France where he finished his playing career.2009-07-291h 20RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 032 - Optimus KissThe Lions are finished for another four years but now RuggaMatrix looks forward to the Tri Nations.
This week we wrap up the Lions series with a close look at the third Test won by the tourists.
We also question the concept of the TMO and its impact on the game. Ewen McKenzie is out of contact in country Victoria this week but Les Kiss more than makes up for Link's absence. From the Lions analysis to our in-depth analysis Kiss is required listening.
We head across to New Zealand to catch up...2009-07-091h 28RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 031 - Cool BananasHas the Lions series had its day? Well the RuggaMatrix team says no and today we speak to a key player from the 2001 series in Australia.
1999 RWC Final try scorer and leading forward for the Wallabies in that 2001 series, Owen Finegan, joins the panel from Canberra for a direct comparison between the two tours.
Ewen McKenzie updates us on the drama surrounding Mathieu Bastareaud. Les Kiss, a former Springbok assistant coach, looks closely at the Lions Test and the off-field drama that followed.
Our special in-depth analysis this week is POSSESSION.2009-07-011h 14RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 027 - Barbarian BobHe's one of the most respected men in the game of rugby and we're pleased to have him as our special guest star for episode 027.
1991 World Cup winning coach Bob Dwyer joins the RuggaMatrix panel for the entire show and as usual he gives some thought provoking responses to our questions.2009-06-031h 26RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 026 - Finals and More FinalsRuggaMatrix pulls off another scoop with a feature-length interview with Heineken Cup winning head coach from Leinster, Michael Cheika.
It's a revealing 'look' inside the Irish powerhouse. Last weekend they beat Leicester 19-16 in the Final.
Cheika talks about the culture change that led to the team's success and the joy of seeing a player like Chris Whitaker ending his career on a high. He looks back at the past four years and forward to his more than likely final one.
Ewen McKenzie has a busy week ahead but he's always got time...2009-05-271h 26RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 024 - Leave it to BeaverWe've been talking about this guy a lot but this week we actually talk to him. Former Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones joins the RuggaMatrix panel for an informative and entertaining discussion on pretty much anything you can think of in rugby.2009-05-131h 21RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 023 - The RockHe's the man the whole world is talking about and he's on RuggaMatrix for Episode 023 - The Rock.
Leinster flanker Rocky Elsom joins the full panel this week to talk about the Heineken Cup final series and life in general in Ireland. Elsom's immediate future had not yet been decided but he's keen to play for the Wallabies when the Test programme resumes in June. He spends a good 40 minutes with the panel discussing a range of issues that span the globe. Will he stay or will he go after the Heineken Cup Final? He was pretty...2009-05-061h 30RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 022 - Matt DunningHere's a bonus show with plenty to chew on. Wallabies and Waratahs prop Matt Dunning joins the RuggaMatrix honour roll this week for a special interview only episode of RuggaMatrix.
Often maligned, Dunning is rated highly by RuggaMatrix as a player and person. He still lives at Berowra, north of Sydney with his family and will strike up a conversation with anyone. On the field, as you can see by this SMP Image, he takes no prisoners. He's just about ready to make a comeback from Achilles tendon surgery after the turf slipped beneath his feet during...2009-05-0131 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 021 - Cardiff CallingRuggaMatrix goes into the Cardiff Blues camp this week for a revealing chat with backs coach Bill Millard. It's our first look inside the Welsh system and a thoroughly enjoyable one too.2009-04-301h 31RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 020 - Pretty in PinkImpressive ... that's what we think of Mark Gasnier after RuggaMatrix recorded a world exclusive interview with the Stade Francais back and former Australian rugby league super star.2009-04-221h 26RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 019 - Flower PowerRuggaMatrix takes on a family feel for episode 019. Leinster scrumhalf and former Wallaby Chris Whitaker joins us just hours after the arrival of his third child in Dublin and just a few days after qualifying for the Heineken Cup semis.2009-04-151h 30RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 018 - Linky the HandymanEpisode 018 brings the panel together in Sydney but still over Skype. Les Kiss and Ewen McKenzie are back in Australia briefly but still made time for RuggaMatrix. On this week's show we pay tribute to Shawn Mackay who so tragically lost his life in South Africa.2009-04-081h 21RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 015 - Kiss and TellRuggaMatrix looks at the exciting conclusion to the Six Nations this weekend by grilling Les Kiss who doubles as our special guest on show 015. Will it be a case of Kiss and tell? You'll have to listen to find out.2009-03-181h 30RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 014 - Sooner or LaterThe Australian Sevens team became the first to win the women's World Cup in Dubai last weekend. It was an epic journey for the Australians, many of whom don't come from a rugby background. But with superior pace and skill the underdog Aussies outlasted the powerful New Zealand line-up with a try in sudden death extra time.
This is their story and to tell it RuggaMatrix spoke with their skipper Cheryl Soon.2009-03-1329 minRuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 008 - The Brumbies of OldThe crystal ball gets a workout this week as the RuggaMatrix panel makes its bold predictions for this year’s Super 14 competition.
Wallaby captain, Stirling Mortlock, joins us from Dunedin as the Brumbies prepare to open the season against the Highlanders this Friday. Mortlock says he feels better than ever after a satisfying break. He speaks about coming back to the Brumbies to play under Stephen Hoiles’ captaincy but at the core of this revealing interview is the renewed belief in the Brumbies programme.
The Brumbies of Old could be just around the corner and many...2009-02-111h 17RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 007 - Rocky O'KellyIreland Defence Coach and RuggaMatrix commentator Les Kiss gives us the coaching line and Gordon D'Arcy the players' perspective on this crucial International. Ewen McKenzie gives us a firsthand report on the Dan Carter injury which has ruined his season and caused plenty of controversy in France and New Zealand.2009-02-041h 13RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 006 - What Happened to the Sleeping Giant?RuggaMatrix returns to the United States this week to answer many questions about the head coaching role that will be vacated by Australia’s Scott Johnson.
Our man on the spot in New York Bruce McLane gives us the definitive word on the coaching drama and he also debunks many assumptions about USA Rugby.
Les Kiss pops up in Limerick as the Ireland national team gathers for their Six Nations camp. The preliminaries are out of the way for the Heineken Cup and this week attention turns the French Top 14 and Ewen McKenzie’s Stade Fran...2009-01-281h 33RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 005 – We Are Going PlatinumSuper 14 trials begin this week and RuggaMatrix is on top of all the action. Show 005 is distinctly Kiwi in flavour with two special guests from rugby’s powerhouse nation.
The Heineken Cup is reaching crunch time and Ewen McKenzie gives us a first hand report on last week’s clash with the Scarlets. Les Kiss chimes in from Ireland as the Six Nations rapidly approaches.
The Heineken Cup is reaching crunch time and Ewen McKenzie gives us a first hand report on last week’s clash with the Scarlets.
Les Kiss chimes in from I...2009-01-211h 23RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 004 – On Frozen GroundWhile the southern hemisphere Super 14 teams finalise their preparations in energy sapping heat their northern cousins are battling through their respective competitions in bitter cold.
This week RuggaMatrix deals with the latest developments in European competitions.
Les Kiss covers England and Ireland while Ewen McKenzie informs us about some interesting issues in France. Justin Marshall’s bizarre suspension by Montpellier is just one of several intriguing stories coming out of France.
RuggaMatrix welcomes award winning journalist Simnikiwe Xabanisa from the Sunday Times in South Africa. Sim will join us every few weeks to up...2009-01-141h 34RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 003 – Chocolates in New York Buffets in Japan2009 starts with a bang for the RuggaMatrix crew and what a show we have for you first up in the New Year.
Mark Cashman returns from his visit to Perth to give us a full rundown on the coaching situation at the Western Force.
Conditions are cool in the northern hemisphere but for Ewen McKenzie the action has been red hot. Stade Francais is in sizzling form as the French Top 14 heats up.
Les Kiss casts an eagle eye across teams in Ireland and the UK including Eddie Jones’ latest blasting of the Ex...2009-01-071h 45RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 002 – Tis the SeasonTis the season to be jolly and that’s what we are all about at RuggaMatrix. The full panel is together for the first time just days before Christmas after locating Les Kiss in Dublin.
Topics up for discussion this week include the ongoing competitions of course, the Barbarians to play the Wallabies in Sydney, Pacific Nations Cup, Matt Giteau’s future, Dan Carter in France and a whole lot more.
The panel cast their minds back across the year for their personal highlights.
Our special guest star is former Wallaby and current Bath...2008-12-231h 14RuggaMatrix International MP3RuggaMatrix International 001 – We Are Off!RuggaMatrix Episode 001 is now ready for download from RuggaMatrix.com or iTunes. Djuro Sen and Mark Cashman nail our European correspondent Ewen McKenzie on several issues in Paris.
Ewen talks about a variety of topics from Stade Francais, the Heineken Cup boil over with Harlequins, Mark Gasnier and life in France.
Ewen also makes a glowing tribute to his good friend John Drake who suddenly passed away in New Zealand.
We track down Les Kiss in Ireland and you won’t believe what he has to say.
Lote Tuqiri is our ve...2008-12-181h 18RuggaMatrix International MP3Welcome to RuggaMatrix InternationalOn Wednesday, 17 December the creators of Tah Talk, the world’s most quoted rugby podcast, will launch a new weekly show called RuggaMatrix.
Rugby experts Djuro Sen (former media manager of the Waratahs and Wallabies) and Mark Cashman aka Mark Cabana Bar, Cashcow, Pinky Cashman (editor of Inside Rugby Magazine) will anchor the show from Sydney each Wednesday.
But this show is truly global2008-12-1302 min