About this episode
Elliott Smith and Liam Napier discuss the playoff implications for the Crusaders and Hurricanes, and speculate on the future of Super Rugby.
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the Crusaders keeping their hopes of a home playoff alive, while the Hurricanes lock up top spot and secure home advantage throughout the postseason. Plus, the boys look ahead to the future of Super Rugby — could a return to the conference system be on the cards in 2027? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Hosts: Elliott Smith, Liam Napier
Topics covered
- Crusaders
- Hurricanes
- Super Rugby
- playoffs
- conference system
- postseason
Keywords
- Rugby
- Crusaders
- Hurricanes
- Super Rugby
- playoffs
- conference system
- 2027
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Crusaders, Hurricanes
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