Aotearoa Rugby Pod

The Highlanders keep finding themselves in the fight against top Super Rugby sides — but too often they leave with nothing to show for it.

So why does the same story keep repeating for Jamie Joseph's men?

The Aotearoa Rugby Pod breaks down why the Highlanders are competitive for long stretches, yet continue to lose tight games.

Right now, the Highlanders might be Super Rugby’s most frustrating team: good enough to push anyone… but unable to consistently finish the job.

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The All Blacks back three is a big debate heading into the international season.

Aotearoa Rugby Pod dives into why Caleb Clarke, Caleb Tangitau and Will Jordan could be the most balanced option — combining power, speed and elite game awareness.

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The All Blacks selection picture is tightening and some big calls will need to be made.

This episode of the Aotearoa Rugby Pod focuses on the key positional battles at halfback, centre and lock, with Scott Barrett, Noah Hotham and Billy Proctor in the spotlight.

The team also breaks down Super Rugby Pacific Round 12, identifying the performances and trends shaping national selection, before discussing the significance of Gilbert Enoka’s return to the All Blacks management group.

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This isn’t just about rugby — it’s about raising better young people.

New Zealand Under 20s and pathways coach Kane Jury joins the Aotearoa Rugby Pod to explain how NZ develops its young athletes — and why parents and coaches play such a critical role in that journey.

From preparing for the Rugby Championship and World Championship to teaching life skills off the field, Jury shares why success at the highest level starts long before professional rugby.

This is a must-watch for anyone involved in youth sport.

In this episode:

• Why coaching the person matters as much as the player
• What parents get right — and wrong — in youth sport
• How NZ aligns schools, U20s and the All Blacks
• Preparing young athletes for pressure and setbacks

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Leicester Fainga’anuku’s man of the match performance for the Crusaders at open side has everyone talking. But is it the best way to use the hybrid centre/winger?

He’s an elite player but will it work for the Crusaders against elite Super Rugby opposition, never mind the All Blacks versus the Springboks?

This is less about the player, and more about whether the role stacks up under pressure.

We also talk Super Round, whether the losers of Golden Point get ripped off on the table and the Black Ferns' first title under Whitney Hansen.

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