The Roar Rugby Podcast

The Waratahs are (FINALLY!) back in the winners' circle, all thanks to the sturdy boot of Will Harrison.The Roar's Christy Doran and Matt Toomua sit down with the man himself to talk about that clutch win over the Crusaders, his kicking process, his long journey back from injury, having to be roommates in the Hunter Valley, and more.Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby and Super Rugby Women's, plus the latest developments around Wallabies eligibility.Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guest: Will HarrisonProducer: Nick Wasiliev

The reduced rounds continue into its second week, as eight sides battle once again to consolidate positions and gain leads. The Waratahs fight for their season in Sydney, the Reds look to get back on track and the Rebels aim to consolidate a finals position.The Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harper preview the upcoming round, give their picks, and talk about the ugly fallout from the Fijian Drua saga in Melbourne that sees racial allegations and bans handed out to Frank Lomani and Jone Koroiduadua.Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony HarperProducer: Nick Wasiliev

Moana Pasifika is a team building and looking to craft a proud identity in the islands. This week, Christy Doran and Matt Toomua are joined by Wallaby legend and Moana prop Sekope Kepu to discuss building a team from the ground up, discovering more of his roots, the anniversary of the Waratahs 2014 title, coming full circle with Counties Manukau and more.Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby, particularly the pressure on the Waratahs and Michael Hooper's Sevens debut in Hong Kong. Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guest: Sekope KepuProducer: Nick Wasiliev

The reduced rounds may be upon us, but Super Rugby Pacific is only heating up! The Waratah-Brumbies rivalry continues in Canberra, the Rebels look to continue their ladder climb with a win over the Drua and the Force look to break a ten-year drought against the Blues.The Roar's Christy Doran and Nick Wasiliev preview the upcoming round, give their picks, and talk about the latest news around the Rebels future, Super Rugby Women's, the Hong Kong Sevens and the new Wallabies assistant coaches.Hosts: Christy Doran & Nick WasilievProducer: Nick Wasiliev

The Melbourne Rebels this year are facing unique challenges, as the club fights to stay alive. This week, Christy Doran and Matt Toomua are joined by General Manager Nick Stiles to discuss being honest with players, the growth of the group despite the challenges, targeting victories, defeating the Waratahs and more. Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby, particularly on the continued slide of the Waratahs and the thrilling Aussie derby played between the Reds and Brumbies at Suncorp Stadium.Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guest: Nick StilesProducer: Nick Wasiliev

Round Six sees the Waratahs and Rebels desperate to return to winning ways, the Force facing a daunting trip to Fiji and a mouthwatering match of the round clash in Brisbane between the Reds and BrumbiesThe Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harper preview the upcoming round, give their picks, and talk about the latest news out of Australian rugby. Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony HarperProducer: Nick Wasiliev

Hot off a bumper win over Moana Pasifika, Christy Doran and Matt Toomua are joined this week by Brumbies flanker Luke Reimer to discuss the development of the Canberra side across the 2024 season, the transition of the new coaching staff, debunking Reimer's murky rugby league past, and more. Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby, particularly paying note to the challenges faced by the Waratahs and Darren Coleman as the losses continue. Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guest: Luke ReimerProducer: Nick Wasiliev

Round Five is upon us, with Aussie derbies galore and the Rebels and Brumbies set to face overseas opposition on both sides of the ditch.The Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harper preview the upcoming round, give their picks, and examine the key inclusions and omissions in the team squads.Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony HarperProducer: Nick Wasiliev

One of the great joys of Super Rugby Pacific has been the rise of the Fijian Drua.Christy Doran and Matt Toomua are joined this week by Fijian Drua coach Mick Byrne to discuss the 2024 season, overcoming communication boundaries, transforming Fijian rugby pathways, how much Fiji has got behind the team, how he helped design the Adidas rugby ball, and more. Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby and the Six Nations, and the latest news out of Rugby Australia and the Rebels.Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guest: Mick ByrneProducer: Nick Wasiliev