The Official Rugby World Cup 2023 Podcast presented by Asahi Super Dry

We're joined on the podcast today by three World Cup winners in; two-time World Champion Dan Carter, Ex-Springbok captain John Smit and an England legend from 2003 in Ben Kay to talk through all the semi-final action and preview the big clash this weekend. The lads dissect South Africa's incredible comeback against England and New Zealand's thrashing of Argentina and analyse where both teams stand in the build-up to Saturday night's show piece final. They also reveal; what it takes to win a World Cup, why the rivalry between NZ & SA is so fierce, why Will Jordan has become so revered, why the tunnel is so awkward pre-match, why the NZ public was too quick to judge Ian Foster, how a captain gets the best out of his team, what drives South Africa to get out of impossible positions and discuss how both teams will look to exploit each others weaknesses. Plus we're treated to some hilarious stories about; Jonah Lomu, George Gregan, Victor Matfield, Rassie Erasmus and more! This is your definitive review & preview of all of the World Cup action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected

After we were treated to arguably the greatest weekend in the history of the sport, we’re delighted to be joined on the podcast today by Ex All Blacks Captain Tana Umaga, a current World Champion in Ex Springbok Francois Louw & Ex Welsh International Philippa Tuttiett. We discuss everything from the; All Blacks epic victory against the Irish to how the Springboks managed to shock the home nation in their capital, and arguably most surprisingly how the Puma’s managed to fight back to knock out the Welsh. Tana opens up about why he feels embarrassed by the way people have treated Ian Foster, how he helped forge Bundee Aki’s career, why he decided to change the All Blacks Haka in 2005 and what his relationship with Brian O’Driscoll is like after that famous incident in that Lions series. Francois takes us behind the scenes to reveal; how Rassie meticulously plans for scenarios and outcomes better than anyone in world rugby, the secrets a team needs to know to win a World Cup and how the Springboks managed to put a game plan together against the French which saw them come out on top. Plus Philippa reveals to us why everything seemingly went wrong for the Welsh on the weekend, why she felt that the Irish’s luck was running out and how England could still have a great chance at going onto win the World Cup. This is your definitive review & preview of all of the World Cup action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected,

The quarter-finals are finally here and we're joined by a stellar cast on this week's episode of the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry, to look ahead to what's set to be a mouthwatering weekend of World Cup clashes. British & Irish Lions legend Jamie Roberts, Ex Irish International and one of the sharpest minds in rugby Bernard Jackman, and Fijian star Niko Matawalu join host Gethin Jones to unpick all the action, preview the quarters and of course share some hilarious stories along the way. We find out the ridiculous lengths Warren Gatland goes to to motivate his players from physical and mental punishment to forcing them to don a fake tan, discuss why the Northern hemisphere are so dominant, find out how Ireland have become such a successful rugby nation and uncover the key changes put in place that have unlocked Fijis fortunes. The lads also debate what 10/12/13 combination England should go with, why the All Blacks are basking in being 'the hunters rather than the hunted', the importance of the inside centre position at this WC, why Gavin Henson hated ice baths and we find out how Sextons and O'Driscoll's sons are already wreaking havoc across Irish rugby. This is your definitive review & preview of all of the World Cup action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected,

The Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry is back. In this episode, we are joined by two World Cup legends in All Black flyhalf Andrew Mehrtens, and Springbok World Cup winner Schalk Brits to look at their stellar careers and how they see their respective countries faring at this World Cup. We’re also joined by Scotland’s Johnnie Beattie to preview a do-or-die clash against Ireland, and Adam Coleman joins us from Tonga camp to give us the lowdown on their campaign, and who was their toughest opponent between the Boks, Ireland and South Africa.Andrew Mehrtens is on cracking form as he gives some insight into some of the niggle in the current All Blacks camp and how this is spurring them on, his thoughts on Foster, as well as reflecting on his selfless drop goal miss in 95, and playing alongside the all-time great of Jonah Lomu.We also hear about the impact South Africa leaving Super Rugby has had on the All Blacks, Schalk gives us some examples of Rassie’s meticulous planning, why he thinks Ireland will still flop at this World Cup and what he thinks of the 7/1 split and Libbok v Pollard debate.Lots more including some great Kanpai XV stories and the guys give their final predictions on who will list the Rugby World Cup in a few weeks’ time.This is your definitive review & preview of all of the World Cup action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected

Welcome back to the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. In this episode host Gethin Jones, is joined by a star-studded lineup including a 3 x Grand Slam Champion & Welsh legend Adam Jones, Current French International Paul Willemse & British & Irish Lion Ugo Monye.  There's loads for the lads to breakdown this week; from Ireland's epic victory against the Springboks in Paris to Australia's shock group stage exit after their thumping at the hands of the Welsh, and of course, whether France can win the World Cup without their leader and talisman. We also debate what South Africa has to improve on to have any chance of defending their crown, what's England's best backline and find out which teams are feared the most in the playoffs.  We also get the inside scoop on; the maverick methods of Shaun Edwards and Fabien Galthie, what a Du Pont team talk is like, and find out how Paul WIllemse still supports the Boks and would proudly sing their National Anthem even when playing against them for France! This is your definitive review & preview of all of the World Cup action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected

Welcome back to the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. In this episode host Gethin Jones, is joined by a star-studded lineup including All Blacks legend and World Cup winner Sean Fitzpatrick, Ex England star Danny Cipriani and British & Irish Lions back-rower Stephen Ferris. The lads break down all the big talking points from the second round of World Cup action and preview a huge upcoming weekend of matches, including a possible World Cup final clash between South Africa and Ireland. There are debates around England's laboured attack, disagreements on the All Blacks' title chances, admiration for South Africa and an obsession with this Fiji side.  Plus, we're treated to incredible stories from the guests including; Shaun Edwards' motivational techniques, whether the All Blacks were 'poisoned' at the 1995 World Cup, what Eddie Jones was like to play rugby against, why Ireland buckled to pressure at the 2011 World Cup, how Jonah Lomu became rugby's greatest superstar.This is your definitive review & preview of all of the weekend's action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected