Rugby Rivals - Sir John Kirwan & Victor Matfield

Finals week is here - and Victor Matfield and Sir John Kirwan are breaking down both the URC Final and the Super Rugby Pacific Final with their picks, predictions, and tactics. Victor makes the case for the Bulls to strangle Leinster up front - scrum dominance, a physical maul game, and keeping the ball off their dangerous backs. JK sees Leinster's quality in the backs as the difference. Then it's the Chiefs - can they finally get over the line and claim the Super Rugby Pacific title they've been knocking on? Rugby Rivals is proudly sponsored by Klipdrift.

The Northern Tour served up another weekend of drama - starting with Tadhg Beirne's red card. Did the call ruin the match, or was it the right decision? JK, Victor Matfield and Andrew Trimble dig into all the big talking points, including the Springboks–France rivalry and why Victor is worried about what the French are building. We also chat Scotland - are they finally turning the corner, could they beat the All Blacks? If you’ve got a take on the red card, drop it in the comments – we want to hear it. Join our private Facebook Group to get closer to the show and join the conversation. 📱 Follow Rugby Rivals: Instagram: @rugby.rivals TikTok: @rugbyrivalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rugby Championship is done and dusted - and the Springboks have gone back-to-back In this episode, Sir John Kirwan and Victor Matfield break down all the key moments from the tournament, what set the Boks apart, and how the All Blacks, Wallabies, and Pumas will be feeling heading into the next phase of the international season. The guys also look ahead to upcoming fixtures, coaching moves, and what each side needs to do before the end-of-year tours. 👉 Subscribe for weekly rugby chat with two of the game’s greats — insight, banter, and bold takes from both sides of the rivalry. #RugbyRivals #Springboks #AllBlacks #RugbyChampionship #VictorMatfield #JohnKirwan 📱 Follow Rugby Rivals: Instagram: @rugby.rivals TikTok: @rugbyrivalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pressure is mounting on the All Blacks as they prepare for the Bledisloe Cup — with fans and critics questioning whether they can deliver when it matters most. At the same time, women’s rugby is set for a historic showdown with the Rugby World Cup Final promising to be one of the biggest spectacles the sport has ever seen. Sir John Kirwan and Victor Matfield bring their expert insights and hard-hitting opinions on: Why the Bledisloe clash is make-or-break for the ABs What Razor and the coaching staff need to get right The key storylines heading into the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final The impact these matches could have on the future of New Zealand rugby Don’t miss JK and Victor’s breakdown of one of the biggest rugby weekends of the year. 📱 Follow Rugby Rivals: Instagram: @rugby.rivals TikTok: @rugbyrivalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rugby Championship is heating up, and who better to break it down than All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan and Springbok great Victor Matfield? In this week’s episode of Rugby Rivals, JK and Victor dive into: The All Blacks’ gritty 24–17 win over South Africa at Eden Park Standout performances from Emoni Narawa, Will Jordan, and Quinn Tupaea Ardie Savea’s 100th Test milestone and game-saving turnover The Springboks’ fightback through Malcolm Marx and Cobus Reinach What this result means for the Rugby Championship table Can South Africa rally in next weekend’s rematch in Wellington? 👉 Subscribe for weekly breakdowns and all the biggest stories in rugby. 📱 Follow Rugby Rivals: Instagram: @rugby.rivals TikTok: @rugbyrivalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.