
The ever-curious MW Welman and globetrotting rugby poet Harry Jones explore the people, ideas and moments shaping South African rugby and the world game. From in-depth discussions about the Springboks to detailed match analysis, this podcast offers expert previews and reviews of both local and international matches. We also explore the wider world of rugby, covering everything from player stories ... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 246 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RugbySports | |||

Brett McKay is back on the Lekker Rugby Pod, and the old 8-9 Combo chemistry with Harry is still there. With the Wallabies out of sight and out of mind for most Bok fans, Brett brings us up to speed on who's actually in this squad, the breakout names... more
How do you actually beat the Springboks?Times rugby correspondent Charlie Morgan joins MW Welman and Harry Jones on the Lekker Rugby Pod to break down the Springboks' 3-1 series win over the All Blacks, and the question every rival coach is now askin... more
How many of this Springbok squad will still be standing come the next World Cup?Jon Cardinelli joins MW and Harry to unpack the age profile question hanging over Rassie Erasmus's squad, the piece that's had rugby fans arguing all week. Half of the gr... more
Not every ending gets a camera in the room. This one had Harry Jones.Harry was standing in the bowels of Baltimore's stadium when Dave Rennie turned to Rassie Erasmus and conceded the series, then got a few private minutes with Rassie himself afterwa... more
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One of the best narrative overviews of the Australian rugby landscape and team I’ve heard from Harry, as an Aussie. Only thing slight off was the characterisation of the Brumbies: quite a few country boys from the broader Canberra/ south western NSW area tend to play for the Brums. Great storytelling and analysis.
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The show delivers energetic, insight-driven rugby discussions with a strong emphasis on South Africa and the global game. Core topics include tactical analysis of Test series, set-piece battles, kicking strategies, and player journeys, peppered with behind-the-scenes anecdotes and cultural context. Notable strengths include a conversational duo that blends data-driven insights with practical coaching instincts, plus guest voices ranging from players to media figures that broaden perspectives on rugby culture and strategy. These traits likely attract listeners who want both rigorous analysis and engaging storytelling, with a particular appeal to fans of the Springboks and broader international rugby storylines.
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1. Jon Cardinelli
2. Gráinne Seoige
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6. Mark (Two Cents Rugby)
7. Martin Devlin
8. Jan de Koning
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