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The Rugby Run

Sport Nation
All Blacks
Fiji
England Rugby
England
Damian Mckenzie
Rugby Union
Rugby World Cup
Wallabies
San Diego
Scott Barrett
Scott Robertson
Super Rugby
Eden Park
Joe Schmidt
New Zealand All Blacks
Ethan Blackadder
Cortez Rattman
Bodie Barrett
Rugby Championship
Paris 2024 Olympics

Rugby Run is Sport Nation's action-packed show dedicated to New Zealand's national game, with expert interviews, high-level insights and analysis featuring All Blacks great Justin Marshall.

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Latest Episodes

The Rugby Run with Mark Watson and Ant Strachan - Full Show.

It's the final Rugby Run of the year and we ask what you would grade the All Blacks' year and look back at the best and worst rugby moments of 2025.

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Former All Black Kevin Schuler joins The Rugby Run with Mark Watson and Ant Strachan to look back on the 2025 season, discussing coaching appointments, highlights of the year, and where to next for the All Blacks.

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The Rugby Run with Mark Watson and Steve Devine - Full Show with the lads reviewing the last All Blacks Test of the year against Wales in Cardiff.

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Gordon Bray joins Mark Watson and Steve Devine on The Rugby Run to look at the Wallabies' disappointing Northern Tour following their loss to France in Paris.

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Recent Guests

Lee Allan
Otago coaching staff, former player
Otago Rugby
Episode: The Rugby Run with Tony Johnson & Justin Marshall - Full Show (19/10/25)
Pat McKendry
Sports reporter
One New Zealand
Episode: The Rugby Run with Justin Marshall & Dean Butler - Full Show (12/10/25)
Jeremy Paul
Former Wallabies hooker
Episode: The Bunnings Trade Rugby Run with Tom Bartlett & Justin Marshall - Full Show (17/08/25)
David Campese
Former Wallabies legend known for his attacking skills and scoring prowess.
Australian Rugby
Episode: The Bunnings Trade Rugby Run with Justin Marshall & Dean Butler - Full Show (10/08/25)
Gordon Simpson
Former international rugby player for Scotland and North Harbour
North Harbour
Episode: The Bunnings Trade Rugby Run with Mark Watson & Ant Strachan - Full Show (27/07/25)
Kevin Hickland
Director of Operations for Auckland Marist Rugby Club
Marist Rugby Club
Episode: Auckland Marist Rugby Club Director of Operations Kevin Hickland | Gallaher Shield final preview
Sean Maloney
Sport commentator and rugby analyst
Stan Sport
Episode: The Bunnings Trade Rugby Run with Justin Marshall & Dean Butler - Full Show (13/07/25)
Justin Marshall
Former All Black and rugby commentator
Episode: The Bunnings Trade Rugby Run with Mark Watson & Justin Marshall - Full Show (15/06/25)
Grant Nisbett
Voice of New Zealand rugby
Episode: The Bunnings Trade Rugby Run with Mark Watson & Justin Marshall - Full Show (15/06/25)

Hosts

Mark Watson
Host of The Bunnings Trade Rugby Run and commentator known for his expert insights into rugby.
Justin Marshall
Co-host and All Black great providing in-depth analysis and insights into rugby dynamics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Great use if the bench

    Far better combo than last weeks whingers

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    otago111
    Australia2 years ago

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The engaging format and the quality of the discussions keep audiences coming back for more.
Listeners appreciate the expert analysis and insights provided by the hosts.
There are occasional critiques regarding the depth of sports coverage, but overall sentiment remains positive.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#76
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#56
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#70
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#54
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#57
Italy/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#110
Germany/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

'We're licking our wounds in Australia' | Gordon Bray on the Wallabies disappointing Northern Tour (23/11/25)
Q: What do the All Blacks got to do, you think, to get ahead of Africa?
Bray emphasizes the need for New Zealand to match the physicality of South African forwards while utilizing speed and skill in their gameplay.
'We're licking our wounds in Australia' | Gordon Bray on the Wallabies disappointing Northern Tour (23/11/25)
Q: Gordon, I want to talk about the Northern Hemisphere type rugby compared to our Super Rugby.
Bray explains that while Super Rugby aims for entertaining play, Australia has struggled with execution and discipline, which has cost them in critical moments.
'We're licking our wounds in Australia' | Gordon Bray on the Wallabies disappointing Northern Tour (23/11/25)
Q: What do you put that down to, Gordon?
Gordon attributes the Wallabies' struggles to a lack of depth, injuries, and a draining season that followed high expectations set earlier in the year.
The Rugby Run with Mark Watson & Ant Strachan - Full Show (26/10/25)
Q: What do you think about the All Blacks coaching staff?
There's been a lack of cohesion in communication, leading to mixed messages.
Nick McArdle | Stan Sport host previews the Wallabies' Northern Tour
Q: What preparations are in place for the autumn tour?
Players are not doing much now as they manage workloads, with a game against Japan on the way to Europe to prepare for the tour.

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The content primarily covers rugby, with a strong focus on the All Blacks, recent matches, and pivotal events in the rugby season. Episodes typically feature expert analysis, player performances, coaching strategies, and discussions surrounding current challenges in rugby, particularly concerning the All Blacks and their historical context, especially at Eden Park. The hosts often engage directly with listeners and bring in valuable perspectives from former players, enhancing the depth of the discussions.

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Recent guests on The Rugby Run include:

1. Lee Allan
2. Pat McKendry
3. Jeremy Paul
4. David Campese
5. Gordon Simpson
6. Kevin Hickland
7. Sean Maloney
8. Justin Marshall

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