The time Freddie Michalak drank champagne out of a water bottle before kicking at goal.
The time Freddie Michalak drank champagne out of a water bottle before kicking at goal.
Wayne Mortimer recounts an incident with Freddie Michalak while on tour with the Barbarians.
Sam Cane returns to Ellis park one final time | The Rugby Championship
Former All Blacks captain Sam Cane is on the verge of becoming an international centurion on his farewell tour with New Zealand, he spoke with RugbyPass in Johannesburg ahead of a monster clash vs the Springboks.
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Mick Byrne on where Fiji struggled against the All Blacks | Steinlager Series
Flying Fijians coach Mick Byrne reacts to a 42-point loss to the All Blacks in San Diego.
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Josh Brennan - The 20-year-old making waves at the biggest club in France | Le French Rugby Podcast
There's transfer rumours galore on the show this week... are Toulon taking Elton Jantjies, is Dan Biggar off to Brive, who's the latest All Black heading to Toulouse, could Joe Marchant quit Quins for Stade Francais and what on earth has been going o
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Munster attack coach explains the role RG Snyman will play against the Bulls
Munster attack coach Mike Prendergast explains the role Springbok RG Snyman will play for his team in the Loftus face-off against the Bulls.
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Chasing the Sun on RugbyPass TV | RPTV
Chasing the Sun, the extraordinary documentary that traces the Springboks’ road to victory at the 2019 Rugby World Cup, is coming to RugbyPass TV.
Facing Goliath | A story following Italy as they take on the mighty All Blacks | A Rugby Originals Documentary
RugbyPass went behind the scenes with the Italian rugby team as they prepared for a clash with the All Blacks at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.
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World Rugby - Keep Rugby Clean
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Pieter-Steph du Toit with Big Jim - Teaser trailer | RPTV
Double World Cup winning Springbok Pieter-Steph du Toit hosts Jim Hamilton in Japan for an all-encompassing chat about RWC2023, horrific injuries and Chasing the Sun 2. Watch the full chat on RugbyPass TV
Steve Borthwick tells epic story of banter with the New Zealand public | Steinlager Series
England may have lost their series in New Zealand 0-2 but coach Steve Borthwick was beaming with pride for how his young team handled the pressure of playing the All Blacks at the end of a mammoth season.
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Springboks react to winning Freedom Cup and Rassie's bathroom antics | The Rugby Championship
South Africa have secured another famous win over New Zealand in Cape Town, winning back the Freedom Cup for the first time since 2009 and cementing their spot in the driver's seat to win The Rugby Championship.
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Scott Robertson reflects on his first series as All Blacks coach | Steinlager Series
With a 47-5 win over the Flying Fijians in San Diego, the All Blacks finished their first series of 2024 - and first series under new head coach Scott Robertson - with a perfect record.
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FIFA Pros | Southern Hemisphere Draw
Reporter Sam Smith announces the draw for our southern hemisphere FIFA Pros tournament. 16 rugby players from teams across New Zealand, Australia and Japan will compete for southern supremacy.
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Henry Arundell talks England future when playing in France | RPTV
The Racing 92 flyer told The Big Jim Show what his reasons for playing in France are and what the future holds
Stuart Lancaster discusses Owen Farrell's move to Racing 92
Racing 92 coach Stuart Lancaster discusses the move of the England captain to France
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Peter Lakai showed up and showed out | Aotearoa Rugby Pod
In the absence of the colossal Ardie Savea, Peter Lakai put in a wildly impressive shift donning the Hurricanes' No 8 jersey. James Parsons discusses the 20-year-old's incredible potential.
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Francois Hougaard on Wasps beating Tigers and Bakkies Botha memories | RugbyPass Offload | Episode 16
Springbok star Francois Hougaard joins Ryan Wilson, Max Lahiff and Marc Edwards on Episode 16 of our podcast RugbyPass Offload this week. The Wasps utility players talks beating Leicester and memories from playing for the Bulls in Super Rugby.
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Offload Episode 19 | Dan Lydiate
Christina, Dylan and Jamie are joined by Welsh and British & Irish Lion back-row Dan Lydiate this week to review all the Guinness Six Nations action, including the controversial match between Wales and England v Cardiff.
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Cobus Reinach on the death threats he received
Watch the full chat with Cobus Reinach in the latest episode of Fresh Starts on RugbyPass TV now.
Kiwi pundits reveal their World Cup brackets | The Breakdown
Jeff Wilson, Mils Muliaina and Ricki Swannell deliver their Rugby World Cup predictions with mixed news for each of the top contending nations.
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RugbyPass OFFLOAD | Episode 14 | Mr. Nice, The Darker side of Galthié, Changing Rooms and The Legend of Pete Murchie
Ryan Wilson and Jamie Roberts are joined on the panel this week by former Scotland international and Francophile Johnnie Beattie to preview the upcoming Six Nations squads. The lads discuss the Lions tour, Fabian Galthie and another Tourist XV pick.
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Schalk Brits | Bringing Home Gold
Schalk Brits spoke to RugbyPass about his experiences bringing the William Webb Ellis trophy back to South Africa.
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Nemani Nadolo on his peak and once being considered "too big"
Former Fijian winger Nemani Nadolo chats to Liam Heagney about when he reached his peak and how he was actually at one stage considered too big to play rugby.
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WHISTLEBLOWERS - Now available on RugbyPass.tv | RPTV
Watch World Rugby's newly released Whistleblowers – a ground-breaking film following the world’s top match officials at Rugby World Cup 2023
ASX Sports Fantasy Rugby | A new generation of fantasy rugby is here with apps for iOS and Android!
Fantasy sports meets reality trading. This is where you build your ultimate team and your sporting portfolio. Where your sporting knowledge in players and teams meets its reward. You decide whether to buy, sell or trade. Basically, you own it.
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Eddie Jones on how rugby will return to England
Eddie Jones, Steve Grainger RFU Rugby Development Director, Claudia MacDonald and Bill Sweeney, CEO of RFU. Eddie Jones is at Twickenham Stadium to launch a new form of socially distanced, government-approved non-contact
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Can anyone beat Ireland? The Boks Office discuss | RPTV
The Boks Office discuss Ireland and France's performances in the opening round of the Six Nations. Watch the full show exclusively on RugbyPass TV
The story behind one of the coolest players in Rugby history - The man who won the World Cup for South Africa
RugbyPass were lucky enough to speak to Joel Stransky, the man who won the World Cup for South African in 1995.
Stransky speaks to us about the 1995 World Cup and the affect that it had on South Africa!
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Abbie Ward: Bump in the Road | trailer
Bump in the Road explores the challenges faced by professional female athletes and all working mothers, featuring Abbie Ward, the Bristol Bears and England second row.
Fabian Holland's incredible path to potential All Black lock
Second row Fabian Holland chats to Finn Morton about the fascinating path he's taken to find himself at the Highlanders in New Zealand.
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The time Freddie Michalak drank champagne out of a water bottle before kicking at goal.
Wayne Mortimer recounts an incident with Freddie Michalak while on tour with the Barbarians.
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Le French Rugby Podcast | Episode 2 | Steffon Armitage
Toulon legend and former England international Steffon Armitage joins Benjamin Kayser, Johnnie Beattie and Tim Groves to talk about his life playing with Toulon.
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Will Jordan talks Springboks loss, tortoises and Scott Robertson | The Rugby Championship
All Blacks speedster Will Jordan sat down with RugbyPass three days following the Rugby World Cup final rematch at Emirates Airline Park. Jordan described a big review session ahead of the next clash in Cape Town.
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RugbyPass FIFA Pros Northern Series Charity Championship Final
Denis Buckley takes on Mako Vunipola in the RugbyPass FIFA Pros Northern Series Charity Championship Final.
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The game that made Maro Itoje a superstar in rugby
Jim Hamilton gives an analysis of the incredible performance of Maro Itoje in the Rugby World Cup semi final against New Zealand in 2019.
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How the All Blacks reacted to their second straight loss in South Africa | The Rugby Championship
The Springboks delivered more punishment to the All Blacks in their round four Rugby Championship contest in Cape Town, making it a winless tour for the Kiwis who also handed over the Freedom Cup after a decade and a half of retaining it.
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Theresa Fitzpatrick on the Black Ferns victory over England in the Rugby World Cup 2021 Final
Theresa Fitzpatrick speaks with Lucy Lomax about the Black Ferns glorious victory over England in the Rugby World Cup 2021 Final.
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RUGBY EXPLORER | SOUTH AFRICA - Big Jim Hamilton explores the rugby communities of Cape Town and Port Elizabeth
We travel to South Africa for the latest episode of Rugby Explorer. Jim explores the stunning cities of Cape Town and Porth Elizabeth and meets the local rugby communities in both cities.
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The Toughest Sport on Earth - Big Jim Show | RPTV
Former Wales skipper Sam Warburton joins Jim Hamilton to discuss whether rugby is in fact the toughest sport on Earth, and how it should be documented. Watch the full Big Jim Show on RugbyPass.tv
Felix Jones on preparing for the unexpected against the All Blacks | Steinlager Series
England defence coach Felix Jones talks to the media about his experience and familiarity with New Zealand opposition and how his team are preparing for an All Blacks team entering a new era.
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Why Super Rugby Pacific's eight-team playoff structure shouldn't be changed | Aotearoa Rugby Pod
In this week's episode of the Aotearoa Rugby Pod, Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall preview the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals, debate the league's playoff structure and assess the new-look, star-studded Tonga squad.
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Andy Farrell confident ahead of England clash
Andy Farrell previews his Six Nations team that will face England in Sunday in the Six Nations.
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The Big Jim Show Live pitchside | RPTV
Following an incredible time at the Rugby World Cup, The Big Jim Show goes pitchside again in 2024. Catch all shows exclusively on RugbyPass TV
The strong culture that binds the Black Ferns together | Healthspan Elite
Black Ferns Kendra Cocksedge, Eloise Blackwell and Ruahei Demant share what it is like inside Black Ferns environment and offer an insight into the rituals that bring the culture to life.
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Scott Robertson agrees Ethan Blackadder is 'possessed' | The Rugby Championship
All Blacks head coach sat down with media the morning after his side's collapse against the world champion Springboks in Johannesburg, offering his thoughts on all the big plays and performances.
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Rieko Ioane and Sevu Reece on how the All Blacks have prepared for England | Steinlager Series
Sevu Reece and Rieko Ioane have each been named to start against England by new All Blacks coach Scott Robertson. The pair were in high spirits when addressing the media in Dunedin ahead of the Test.
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Being Barbarians - Rugby Documentary
Our new rugby documentary follows Scott Robertson and Ronan O'Gara in a brand new saga following the Barbarians rugby team, one of the most famous sides in the world. In this clash, they take on New Zealand XV.
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Will Skelton on growing a new Wallabies squad | RPTV
Will Skelton touches on the wealth of talent that wasn't taken to RWC 2024, and looks ahead. Watch Fresh Starts episode 1 on RugbyPass TV
Steve Borthwick impressed by young England side in tight All Blacks loss | Steinlager Series
England head coach Steve Borthwick says his side will review their one-point loss to the All Blacks and be ready to go again next week at Eden Park.
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All Blacks react to 104-14 victory over the USA Eagles in Washington D.C.
Ian Foster and Sam Whitelock speak to media after match against USA.
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All Blacks react to South Africa Rugby apology and late-game collapse | The Rugby Championship
All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan and loose forward Ethan Blackadder share their thoughts on a dramatic Rugby Championship contest that ended in a Springbok blitz at Emirates Airline Park.
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Lawrence Dallaglio Rewatches The 1997 British & Irish Lions Tour
Lawrence Dallaglio sat down with Jim Hamilton to rewatch the first test of the 1997 Lions tour to South Africa.
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Rugby Championship U20s: New Zealand v Argentina Highlights
Catch up on matchday two highlights from the inaugural Rugby Championship U20s, with the clash between New Zealand and Argentina U20s on the Sunshine Coast in Australia.
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Nathan Hughes - A Fijian Ferrari, Bronco Tests and Playing for England | RugbyPass Offload | Episode 27
Nathan Hughes joins us this week to talk about his remarkable journey from Fiji to England
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Josua Tuisova spends half an hour with fans after Georgia game
Josua Tuisova spends half an hour with fans after Georgia game
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Brodie Retallick on the danger areas for All Blacks against Wallabies in first Bledisloe
New Zealand lock Brodie Retallick and midfielder Anton Lienert-Brown spoke to media after their team training session in Auckland on Tuesday the 3rd of August ahead of the first Bledisloe Cup test against Australia on Saturday night at Eden Park.
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Jamie George excited to play on a fast track under the roof in Dunedin | Steinlager Series
England captain Jamie George speaks with media in Dunedin where he's looking forward to one of the biggest challenges in the rugby world, playing the All Blacks in New Zealand.
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Win £5,000 for your local club thanks to Budgy Smuggler
Budgy Smuggler is hosting a brilliant competition which gives you and your friends the chance to win a club fit-out of your club worth £5000. If that wasn’t enough, you also have the opportunity to win 100 pairs of Budgie Smugglers for your club!
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Will Skelton on the Ronan O'Gara slap and Australia vs England | Le French Rugby Podcast | Episode 24
The guests keep getting bigger, literally, as big Will Skelton joins us to talk Ronan O’Gara v Christophe Urios, the Bordeaux trilogy, not hearing from the Wallabies despite reports he isn't being considered for the series against England and more...
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Being Barbarians | Trailer
RugbyPass presents a story of superstar coaches and players uniting under the famous black and white once again. Scott Robertson and Ronan O'Gara aim to guide the Barbarians to victory against an All Blacks VX at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London.
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LIFE AFTER RUGBY | ANDY POWELL - Welsh Rugby's biggest character, on and off the field
One of Welsh Rugby's biggest characters on and off the pitch, RugbyPass travelled to Brecon to see how life after rugby is treating Andy Powell.
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Pieter-Steph du Toit - The Malmesbury Missile | RPTV
Pieter-Steph du Toit and Jim Hamilton's no-holds barred interview, now available on RugbyPass.TV
Do New Zealand rugby have serious problems? | RPTV
The Breakdown discusses Hurricanes halfback Cam Roigard, who suffered a ruptured patella tendon injury late in the game against the Highlanders. Watch the full show on RugbyPass TV.
The All Blacks get real on where they fell short against Argentina | The Rugby Championship
New Zealand defence coach Scott Hansen gives an honest and raw review of his side's loss to Los Pumas, a game in which they conceded a record 38 points on home soil.
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Rob Kearney and Alfie Barbeary - A Lion and a Wasp | RugbyPass Offload | Episode 17
Max and Ryan are joined by England's hottest prospect Alfie Barbeary and Irish legend Rob Kearney.
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TRY or NO TRY - Boks Office discuss Scotland vs France | RPTV
In the latest episode of Boks Office, the guys and special guest Matt Stevens chat about the late drama in the Six Nations clash between Scotland and France.
RugbyPass takes a look behind the scenes at the Leicester Tigers' player academy.
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How the Chiefs can end the Hurricanes unbeaten run | Aotearoa Rugby Pod
The lads chat about the Hurricanes' strong start to the season and how the Chiefs will fare against them in what promises to be the game of the season so far. Watch the full show on RugbyPass TV
Former professional rugby player Ed Jackson climbs 'Everest' at home despite use of only one leg
Ed Jackson. Former professional rugby player Ed Jackson talks about his charity campaign to climb the height of Everest using only his parents' stairs - despite only having the function of one leg following a 2017 spinal cord injury.
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Munster coach Graham Rowntree gives an update on Springbok Jean Kleyn's eye injury
Munster coach Graham Rowntree gives an insightful update on World Cup-winning Springbok Jean Kleyn's eye injury.
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What the All Blacks squad could look like halfway through Super Rugby Pacific | Aotearoa Rugby Pod
This week on the Aotearoa Rugby Pod, the panel of Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall make their picks for some positions of the upcoming All Blacks squad, dissect the latest round of action and preview the upcoming Super Round in Melbourne.
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Schalk Brits - "Ireland Will Flop This World Cup” | RugbyPass Offload EP 79
Today we're delighted to be joined by ex-Saracens, Stormers & Barbarians hooker Schalk Brits to get his take on all the action from an enthralling weekend of rugby. Plus, with merely 100 days to go until the World Cup kicks off.
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Siya Kolisi on Ardie Savea rivalry and Springboks evolution | The Rugby Championship
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi was as calm and composed as ever when he fronted the media on the eve of The Rugby Championship clash with the All Blacks.
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Beauden Barrett talks through his game-changing performance against England | Steinlager Series
The All Blacks needed a spark against England and they got it through super sub Beauden Barrett, who sparked multiple counter-attacks and provided last-minute desperation on defence to see his side home with the win.
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Youth Unstoppables - Mastercard
Youth Unstoppables is a unique digital content series championing 17 inspirational young female athletes from around the world.
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Patrick Pellegrini on going from the Championship to playing for Tonga
Coventry's Patrick Pellegrini explains what it was like to suddenly jump into a test rugby environment, with some big names around him.
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When you're an All Black and your mum is the team dietician | The Rugby Championship
Move over the Barrett brothers, there's a new family dynamic in the All Blacks; rookie lock Sam Darry and team dietician of 16 years, Kat Darry. RugbyPass caught up with the Blues second-row in Johannesburg to chat all things rugby.
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CJ Stander - Eddie Jones is BACK, & steroids in South Africa schools rugby | RugbyPass Offload EP 60
Today we're delighted to be joined by Irish legend CJ Stander as he takes us through the incredible highs and terrifying lows of his career which took him from Captaining South Africa U20's to becoming a legend in Ireland and Munster.
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Jeff Wilson's verdict on Ireland's RWC chances | The Breakdown
The quarter-final voodoo hanging over World No 1 ranked Ireland may finally be swept aside in 2023. Andy Farrell's team are branded a different beast by Kiwi pundits and former All Blacks in Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina.
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All Blacks for sale for $300m
Groundbreaking deal: All Blacks for sale - if you have $300m.
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Scottish club rugby brawl after late tackle
A huge scuffle broke out in this club rugby match in Scotland after a player appeared to late tackle another.
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Jamie George passionately defends Owen Farrell | Big Jim Show | RPTV
Jamie George passionately defended Owen Farrell when chatting to Jim Hamilton ahead of the Bulls vs Saracens match at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. You can watch the full interview for free on RugbyPass TV
Why Super Rugby Pacific isn't where it needs to be yet despite shock upset wins | Aotearoa Rugby Pod
This week on the Aotearoa Rugby Pod, the panel of Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall discuss why Super Rugby Pacific isn't quite to the standard it needs to be at yet, despite the rapid resurgence of Australian sides over the weekend.
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Should Quade Cooper start for the Wallabies against the All Blacks in Bledisloe Cup III? | Aotearoa Rugby Pod
The panel of Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons preview the final Bledisloe Cup test of the year, react to Ardie Savea's appointment as All Blacks captain, and dissect the new Super Rugby Pacific format.
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England Women's coach John Mitchell on the Red Roses squad
England Women's coach John Mitchell on the Red Roses squad
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Rassie and the Springboks next on the All Blacks hit list | The Rugby Championship
New Zealand bounced back from a rare home-field defeat to Argentina by handing Los Pumas a 32-point defeat at Eden Park in round two of The Rugby Championship. Head coach Scott Robertson previews the anticipated World Cup final rematch.
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Rassie Erasmus tears up about Makazole Mapimpi | RPTV
From Chasing the Sun in 2019, Springbok head coach speaks about winger Makazole Mapimpi. Binge watch the full documentary series now on RugbyPass TV.
Why the All Blacks selection race is tighter than it's ever been | Healthspan Elite Performer of the Week
The Breakdown panel discuss the three candidates for the Healthspan Elite Performer of the Week for the All Blacks in their 54-16 win over Wales in the last match on their end-of-year tour.
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Richie Mo'unga is the key to the All Blacks' World Cup | The Breakdown
Every team needs a guiding star to remain composed in the most fiery of battles and make plays under the most burdensome pressure and for the All Blacks, Jeff Wilson says Richie Mo'unga is that man.
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Highlights | Grey College vs Hamilton Boys | World Schools Festival Final
Rugby highlights from the final of the World Schools Festival as Grey College from South Africa take on Hamilton Boys High from New Zealand.
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Jamie George expecting a more confrontational All Blacks team at Eden Park | Steinlager Series
England captain Jamie George says there is a lot of excitement around this England team, and it's well-earned as this young side looks to tackle New Zealand at their fortress of Eden Park.
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How Borthwick's big gamble paid off - Beyond 80 | RPTV
Bernard Jackman breaks down the Ollie Lawrence as England defeated Ireland. Watch the full break down on the latest Beyond 80 on RugbyPass TV
Jacques Nienaber on evolution and why he left international rugby
Former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has given his first Leinster press conference, speaking about family life when involved in test rugby, and spoke about how it will take a while to get things right at Leinster
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Will Skelton on Eddie Jones' surprising text | Fresh Starts | RPTV
Will Skelton opens up on how he felt when he first received Eddie Jones' RWC text. Watch the full episode of Fresh Starts on RugbyPass TV
RugbyPass OFFLOAD | Episode 3 | Reviewing the Champions Cup final | Dylan Hartley and Simon Zebo
Simon Zebo joins Dylan and Christina this week to review his heartbreaking Heineken Champions Cup final loss to Exeter.
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How do players from 4 rival countries become teammates | Spirit of Rugby | EP 4 | RugbyPass
RugbyPass is proud to share unique stories from Episode 4 of the epic Lions Tour to South Africa in 2009 & 1997 in proud Partnership with @TheFamousGrouseUK. We show special interviews with Rob Kearney, Simon Shaw, Stephen Jones & more! #SpiritofRugb
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Stuart Hogg on how Social Media Abuse Triggered His Retirement! | RugbyPass Offload EP 73
We're joined by the man of the moment in Scottish and Lions legend Stuart Hogg, who a couple of weeks ago shocked the rugby world by announcing his retirement from the sport at merely the age of 30! We get the inside scoop on why he's really decided.
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Stanley Solomon on New Zealand's Mamba Mentality | TRC U20
After scoring two tries in his New Zealand U20 debut in round one, winger Stanley Solomon repeated that effort in the title-clinching game in round three. He explained to RugbyPass his team's theme for 2024.
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The genius of Johnny Sexton | Rugby Roots
James Lowe discusses the remarkable game management Johnny Sexton achieves at every level of rugby.