Former pro rugby player honestly reveals just how hard life can be for players on the fringe
Former pro rugby player honestly reveals just how hard life can be for players on the fringe
RugbyPass speak to the author of best selling new rugby book 'Fringes: Life on the Edge of Professional Rugby.'
The former pro player is lifting the lid on just how hard rugby can be for rugby players
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.
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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World Rugby - Keep Rugby Clean
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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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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
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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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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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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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
Ryan Wilson retells an epic Christmas story to explain why Fijian Niko Matawalu is in his Tourist XV
Ryan Wilson retells an epic Christmas story starring Fijian Niko Matawalu and a bottle of Malibu.
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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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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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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 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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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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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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Breaking down Louis Bielle-Biarrey's try against Scotland | Beyond80 | RPTV
Bernard Jackman takes a closer look at French winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey's great try against Scotland. Watch the full show on RugbyPass TV
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
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
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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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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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
World Rugby branded a 'joke' for reported haka fine.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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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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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.
The crazy reaction to the Lions Tour 2021 Squad announcement | Fan Zone Lions Edition | RugbyPass
Jim Hamilton, Andy Goode, Stephen Ferris & Tom Shanklin all gave their brilliant raw reactions to the announcement of the Lions Tour 2021 squad. There were big shocks with the likes of Sam Simmonds being included.
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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.
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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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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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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Referee Angus Gardner on his unique shadow preparation - Whistleblowers | RPTV
In this snippet from the exclusive Whistleblowers documentary on the lives of referees, Angus Gardner goes through his routine, explaining how he likes to get his mind right for matches. Watch the full documentary on RugbyPass TV
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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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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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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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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Will Skelton talks La Rochelle weapons | RPTV
Will Skelton talks La Rochelle's powerful forwards and dangerous backs. Watch the full first episode of Fresh Starts on RugbyPass TV now.
In Episode 3 of the Spirit of Rugby, Jim Hamilton talks with Simon Shaw, Rob Kearney, Tom Croft, Ian McGeechan and Stephen Jones about the 2009 series loss to South Africa. The series has been remembered as one of the most brutal in living memory.
A documentary series produced by the Eastern Suburbs First grade team in Sydney. A team made up of everyday people, who work normal jobs and become heroes on a Saturday afternoon.
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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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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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The winners and losers of the 2021 All Blacks season | Aotearoa Rugby Pod
The Aotearoa Rugby Pod panel of Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons review the 2021 All Blacks and international season, discuss World Rugby's eligibility law change, and preview next season.
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Stuart Lancaster on the mentors Henry Arundell has at Racing 92
Racing 92 coach Stuart Lancaster discusses the mentors young star Henry Arundell will have around him at the club, including Owen Farrell
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Morné Steyn | All Access | Why he will be remembered as one of the best Springbok rugby players ever
RugbyPass was lucky enough to speak to one. of the legends of Springbok Rugby. Steyn spoke openly about his rugby career, as well as his experiences of both the 2009 and 2021 Lions Seres.
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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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JP Doyle | Stories from a referee
Irish Referee JP Doyle, sat down with Jim Hamilton to discuss his career to date.
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All Black's go hard in training as they seek to rectify Pumas loss
The All Blacks release footage of intense training as they work to rectify their back to back defeats in the Tri Nations.
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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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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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Scott Quinnell | All Access | On Welsh selections for the 2021 Lions tour
Scott Quinnell and JIm Hamilton talk through which Welsh players will be picked on the 2021 Lions tour to South Africa.
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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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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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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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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.
RugbyPass takes a look behind the scenes at the Leicester Tigers' player academy.
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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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Nemani Nadolo's impressive S&C records
Fiji's Nemani Nadolo chatted to RugbyPass's Liam Heagney recently, touching on his impressive speed and strength records.
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Scott Barrett: What it will take to beat the Springboks in Cape Town | The Rugby Championship
All Blacks captain Scott Barrett says there's been plenty of work done following his side's dramatic loss to the Springboks in Johannesburg, and players are responding well to new roles for the rematch.
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Six Nations preview with Exeter's Sam Skinner | RugbyPass Offload | Episode 22
Scotland and Exeter's Sam Skinner joins the lads this week to preview their Guinness Six Nations game against France this weekend. Max and Ryan also give their thoughts on the potential addition of South Africa to the Six Nations.
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Referees clearly explain the new rugby laws for 2023
World Rugby referees Angus Gardner and Matthew Carley sit down to explain all the latest rugby laws for rugby players. Find all the latest laws at www.world.rugby/laws
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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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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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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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Latest News Southern Edition
Latest News: Southern Edition
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Jesse Kriel on South Africa school rugby and the secrets to Rassie's tactics | Gits and Genia
RWC winner Jesse Kriel joined the Gits and Genia crew in September 2023 to give a lowdown on his career and how he has settled into playing in Japan. View more Gits and Genia episodes on www.rugbypass.tv
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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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Pressure on Steve Borthwick's England | Boks Office | RPTV
The Boks Office crew are back at Bishops in Cape Town to discuss all the latest goings on in the Six Nations, including England's loss to Scotland. Watch the full show exclusively on RugbyPass TV.
A Rugby Player's Christmas and England's Lewis Ludlam | RugbyPass Offload | Episode 15
We're also joined by England and Saints back row Lewis Ludlam to chat about life at Northampton, playing for Eddie Jones and The Rugby World Cup.
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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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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
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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All Blacks named for monumental Rugby Championship clash | The Rugby Championship
The All Blacks are back in Johannesburg to face the Springboks, renewing one of rugby's greatest rivalries. TJ Perenara and Codie Taylor, both selected in the starting XV for the contest, previewed the contest early Thursday morning local time.
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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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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
Dan Biggar | All Access | Why the Autumn Series is the most brutal in rugby
We were lucky enough to speak with Dan Biggar on All Access with Jim Hamilton in association with Amazon Prime this week. Wales is set to embark on a tough Autumn Nations Series against South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
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Eben Etzebeth | Rugby Roots
Jim Hamilton travels to the South of France to visit the home of French giants Toulon and Springbok giant, Eben Etzebeth.
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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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Boks Office discuss Felix Jones' role with England | RPTV
In Episode 3 of Boks Office, the guys chat about Felix Jones' role in the wake of a near defeat to Italy. Watch the full episode exclusively on RugbyPass TV
RugbyPass FIFA Pros | Marcus Smith vs Tiernan O'Halloran | Last 16
Marcus Smith took on Tiernan O'Halloran in the first of the last sixteen, in our RugbyPass FIFA Pros tournament.
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The Breakdown | Episode 14 | Sky Sport NZ
Host Kirstie Stanway is joined by former All Blacks John Kirwan, Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina to discuss all things rugby while Kiwi referee Ben O'Keeffe joins the panel for a special appearance.
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The Season - Millfield - Episode 3
Day 2 of the National Schools Festival provides the defending champions with their sternest test to date. Fortune favours the Millfield team as opportunities are taken at the most crucial moments. The Millfield Rugby program continues to empower the
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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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Rassie Erasmus reacts to All Blacks selections, explains Springboks changes | The Rugby Championship
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus shifted his team naming to Thursday ahead of round four of The Rugby Championship, so he had the rare opportunity to react to his opponents' team when discussing his own selections in Cape Town.
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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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All Blacks haka 'unfair advantage'
Irish rugby writer calls for All Blacks haka to be stopped.
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Luke Cowan-Dickie, Six Nations Review and Sinckler's Sauna | RugbyPass Offload | Episode 21
We hear from Exeter Hooker about his journey with England and the Lions, his relationship with Eddie Jones and of course that volleyball moment in Edinburgh during the Calcutta Cup.
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Former pro rugby player honestly reveals just how hard life can be for players on the fringe
RugbyPass speak to the author of best selling new rugby book 'Fringes: Life on the Edge of Professional Rugby.'
The former pro player is lifting the lid on just how hard rugby can be for rugby players
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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.