About this episode

The episode discusses rugby officiating, global news, and key matches from the Six Nations.

This week Candace, Rob and Pearcey dive into a massive mix of rugby action, officiating moments, and global headlines shaping the game. We kick things off with  Mudgee 10s and ongoing trials , plus a light-hearted but very important debate- what’s the best food at the footy?   In global rugby news, the buzz around the  Rugby World Cup  continues with  750,000 tickets already sold , while innovations like the  MLR referee review system  spark discussion- including captain’s challenges and how they could impact decision-making. In the rugby news they unpack some of the game’s tougher conversations: Oscar Jégou’s ban  following foul play A  doping scandal in Georgian rugby Six Nations breakdown : France vs England controversy- high tackles, mark confusion, and game management frustrations Ireland vs Scotland- Luke Pearce’s communication masterclass under pressure Wales vs Italy- a dominant Welsh win, smart officiating, and key tactical decisions New segment called Stat Central  highlights insane form from rising stars, including try-scoring records being smashed. Super Rugby & SVNS : Key TMO and grounding debates Big calls in…

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