About this episode
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran discuss the recent challenges faced by Australian rugby and the implications for the future of the sport.
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up a forgettable weekend for Australian rugby, as the Brumbies and Reds bow out of Super Rugby Pacific for 2026. They heap praise on the Hurricanes and discuss how many Test teams they might beat; they look at the competition format and how it might change next year, discussing the balance of appeasing broadcasters but not conceding tournament integrity. They then turn their attention to the victorious Aussie sevens, some key Australia Under 20 news, some changes at the Waratahs, and some other contract moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Hosts: Sam Bruce, Christy Doran
Topics covered
- Australian rugby
- Super Rugby Pacific
- Hurricanes
- Aussie sevens
- Waratahs
- rugby contracts
Keywords
- Australian rugby
- Super Rugby
- Hurricanes
- Aussie sevens
- Waratahs
- rugby contracts
- Brumbies
- Reds
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Brumbies, Reds, Super Rugby Pacific, Hurricanes, Australia Under 20, Waratahs, Aussie sevens
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