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RuggaMatrix International 257 - All Blacks just know how to win from 2017-10-12T15:59:13

The Rugby Championship is over so what do we make of the final standings?
South Africa show pride but still can't win.
And Are the Wallabies better?
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RuggaMatrix International 256 - All Blacks and the north lead the way from 2017-10-05T15:16:32

Former NSW Waratahs CEO Fraser Neill is our co-host this week with Ben on leave.
Fraser's worked with World Rugby and New Zealand Rugby on World Cups and Super Rugby competition structure.
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RuggaMatrix International 255 - All Blacks On Fire from 2017-09-20T14:29:36

57-0 gives us plenty to talk about.

Were the All Blacks that good? Were the Springboks that bad?

The Wallabies beat Los Pumas but are they improving?

This week’s show b...

RuggaMatrix International 254 - All Blacks and Beauden Barrett from 2017-09-12T23:30

Strike Issue of the Week is Beauden Barrett. The All Blacks win against Los Pumas but is BB still the one?
The Wallabies and Springboks draw but offer few clues on their progress.
This week...

RuggaMatrix International 253 - Wallabies Above Criticism from 2017-09-06T16:49:24

Are the Wallabies too sensitive to criticism?
The Rugby Championship resumes - will the All Blacks thrash Los Pumas, can the Wallabies stop South Africa's winning run?
The Force lose in co...

RuggaMatrix International 252 - Are the Wallabies back after All Blacks Thriller from 2017-08-29T17:03:54

The Wallabies push the All Blacks to the brink restoring pride in the gold jersey. But in the end the Wallabies have lost another Bledisloe series so does coach Cheika deserve a reprieve?
The S...

RuggaMatrix International 251 - Time to Go from 2017-08-21T23:55:28

We've had enough ... after the Wallabies were embarrassed in game one of The Rugby Championship.
Should there be coaching clean-out in the wake of the All Blacks big win? The panel doesn't hold...

RuggaMatrix International 250 - The Rugby Championship preview with Australia in Crisis from 2017-08-15T00:10:16

Will the ARU crisis make the Wallabies job even harder against the All Blacks in their Rugby Championship/Bledisloe Cup opener?
What now for the Western Force and the ARU?
Will the Springbo...

RuggaMatrix International 249 - Crusaders champions but were the Lions robbed from 2017-08-09T10:50:25

The Crusaders win another Super Rugby title but did officials miss a big call early in the game?

We look at the Super Rugby decider, look ahead at the Rugby Championship and the Women's Wo...

RuggaMatrix International 248 - Lions v Crusaders from 2017-07-31T23:46:54

This week we breakdown the Super Rugby semis and look ahead to the final between the Lions and Crusaders.

What went wrong with the Chiefs and the Hurricanes?

Stephen Moore steppin...

RuggaMatrix International 247 - All Blacks leading Crusaders Super Rugby charge from 2017-07-24T23:35:20

It's semi final time in Super Rugby and the Crusaders remain our pick to win the title.

What is going on with the Wallabies fitness? Taping up their mouths while running up gentle hills. I...

RuggaMatrix International 246 - Waratahs Woes and Super Rugby Finals from 2017-07-18T00:45:24

Australia's biggest state bombs big time while New Zealand teams dominate the first weekend of finals coming up in Super Rugby.
Once last look at the Lions series.
Thanks to our sponsor STR...

RuggaMatrix International 245 - The All Blacks, Lions and the Backflip from 2017-07-09T14:47:23

The Lions series is over but controversy rages after a refereeing backflip denied the All Blacks a shot at a series winning penalty in the drawn third test.
We look in-depth at the incident and...

RuggaMatrix International 244 - Lions and All Blacks Winner takes all without Sonny Bill Williams from 2017-07-04T19:50:07

We have a decider coming between the Lions and the All Blacks.

Sonny Bill Williams is out of the contest, the All Blacks are hurting and the Lions are roaring. But is it false form after ...

RuggaMatrix International 243 - Lions and All Blacks Second Test form guide from 2017-06-27T20:12:27

The All Blacks are one up so what do the Lions need to do to square the series?
The Wallabies win but now they're unfit .. apparently. Is it more misdirection? We discuss the Springboks and muc...

RuggaMatrix International 242 - All Blacks hot the Wallabies not from 2017-06-19T23:04:54

Recorded LIVE.
Where to now for the Wallabies? Who should get the chop after losing to a worthy Scotland?
The All Blacks cruise into the first Test while the Lions get the job done against ...

RuggaMatrix International 241 - Lions show their hand to the All Blacks from 2017-06-12T23:16:25

Have the Lions already given up their secrets before the first Test against the All Blacks?
How good were the Wallabies against Fiji? Will they get a wakeup call against Scotland?
South Af...

RuggaMatrix International 240 - All Blacks or All Barretts from 2017-06-09T01:48:43

Recorded LIVE.

All Blacks name a powerful squad to play the misfiring Lions.

Wallabies name a new captain and a lot more.

Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobi...

RuggaMatrix International 239 - Leadership from 2017-05-22T17:23

Recorded LIVE.
Strike Issue of the Week - who should be captain of the Wallabies?
Just how good are NZ Super teams and can the Lions match them in the finals?
A massive blow for the Br...

RuggaMatrix International 238 - The Summit from 2017-05-16T18:21

Recorded LIVE. Momentum is building for a Rugby summit in Australia – Ben Kimber is salivating. The final word on that BOD tackle. We introduce CHEIKA WATCH. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders ...

RuggaMatrix International 237 - Time to Go from 2017-05-09T18:00

Recorded LIVE. Big calls for Australian Rugby and predictions for the Lions series. Thanks to our sponsor STRIKE – leaders in mobile phone cradles for vehicles. 4K UHD VIDEO WALL BY SAMSUNG

RuggaMatrix International 236 - Live and Dangerous from 2017-05-02T16:11

Recorded LIVE. We discuss the All Blacks and Lions preparations, Super Rugby woes and interact with our live audience on Facebook. Could have been a disaster but we got there! Thanks to our sponsor...

RuggaMatrix International 235 - Life Support from 2017-04-06T15:54

We’re back! Thanks for waiting. World Rugby is in a healthy state but Rugby in Australia is in trouble. What’s going on? Why is the game struggling? Is Super Rugby the problem? We discuss that and ...

RuggaMatrix International 234 - Ready for Kick-off from 2017-02-22T15:40

Super Rugby Predictions and big calls on competition structure. 6 Nations and more on show 234. Note: This show was recorded before the news broke about the death of our good friend Dan Vickerman. ...

RuggaMatrix International 233 - New Recruit from 2017-02-08T22:54:41

We've made some changes as you'll see in our first show of the year.
Former Wallabies hooker Brendan Cannon joins the panel and he'll be a regular member in 2017.
There's plenty to talk abo...

RuggaMatrix International 232 - 2016 Awards - Jonah and Homer from 2016-12-21T20:18:01

We have a couple of big awards to hand out on show 232 but we can't agree on all of them.
Former Super Rugby and European club player Marc Stcherbina joins the panel for a look at the American...

RuggaMatrix International 231 - Wallabies Report Card with Benn Robinson from 2016-12-08T12:21:20

The Internationals are complete for 2016 and for South Africa and Australia the results are poor.

Former Wallabies and Waratahs prop Benn Robinson joins the panel for a robust discussion a...

RuggaMatrix International 230 - Card Games from 2016-11-30T01:08:06

The autumn series is over with just one big grudge match to come between England and the Wallabies.
Discipline was a major issue in many internationals but were all those yellow and reds cards ...

RuggaMatrix International 229 - All Blacks and Ireland: Dirty Talk from 2016-11-22T21:21:10

New Zealand wins a gruelling second Test against Ireland but why are there so many insults flying back-and-forth between fans and the media.

The game was physical but was it over the top f...

RuggaMatrix International 228 - Record Chase - Can England Overtake the All Blacks from 2016-11-16T18:54:47

How good is England .. really? Eddie Jones is on a winning streak that could overhaul the All Blacks record run.

All is set for Ireland's rematch against the All Blacks and the Wallabies...

RuggaMatrix International 227 - The All Blacks - What Went Wrong from 2016-11-08T21:55:05

The winning streak is over and Ireland is celebrating its first ever win over the All Blacks in 111 years of Test Rugby.
What went wrong for New Zealand and what went right for Ireland? We disc...

RuggaMatrix International 226 - 65 percent chance from 2016-10-31T18:39:32

The south heads north this week and only the All Blacks are expected to complete the autumn internationals with a perfect winning record.

The Wallabies have a big programme including a pos...

RuggaMatrix International 225 - Remain Calm from 2016-10-26T10:11:40

Relations between the Wallabies and All Blacks reach a new low in the wake of New Zealand's record breaking Test run.

We add veteran commentator Tony Johnson to the panel and go through t...

RuggaMatrix International 224 - Game of the Century from 2016-10-17T16:33:44

Can the Wallabies beat the All Blacks in Bledisloe 3? Will it be the game of their lives or the game of the century if they pull off an upset?

Plenty to discuss including your comments and...

RuggaMatrix International 223 - Ella on Everything from 2016-10-11T19:48:51

Wallaby great Mark Ella joins the panel to pull apart The Rugby Championship.

We put your questions to the legendary flyhalf who makes some bold calls about the Australian backline especi...

RuggaMatrix International 222 - Hugh and Dr Evil from 2016-10-06T17:46:32

Should Australia be happy after losing to South Africa and should the Springboks be happy beating the Wallabies?

The All Blacks keep winning and there's a lot to like about their midfield....

RuggaMatrix International 221 - Super Silly from 2016-09-27T13:43:22

What is going on SANZAAR? The panel gets stuck into the Super Rugby competition structure and looks ahead to the Rugby Championship tests this weekend.
Plus viewer comments, will it be yours?<...

RuggaMatrix International 220 - How good are they? from 2016-09-21T21:17:16

New Zealand wins the Rugby Championship but how good are the All Blacks?

RuggaMatrix International 219 - Thanks for Watching from 2016-09-14T23:10:11

Argentina puts NZ under pressure but still cops a thrashing, Australia wins at last and we give our new viewers a shout-out.

RuggaMatrix International 218 - All Blacks All Conquering from 2016-08-30T13:18:27

Former Wallaby and Rugby commentator Brett Papworth talks to RuggaMatrix in the wake of another Bledisloe Cup win to New Zealand and his explosive article about the state of play in Australia.

RuggaMatrix International 217 - Bledis-low from 2016-08-23T10:20:55

The All Blacks were brilliant the Wallabies woeful. Bledisloe one wrap.

RuggaMatrix International 216 - Bledisloe Banter from 2016-08-17T09:19:01

Fireside chat between the hosts before Bledisloe 1.

RuggaMatrix International 215 - A Different Class from 2016-07-17T11:54:29

No one is safe as the world's most quoted Rugby podcast returns with fury.

RuggaMatrix International 214 - Brumbies and Beaver from 2016-03-02T11:57:15

Super Rugby is underway for 2016 and Eddie Jones is at it again.

RuggaMatrix International 213 - We are taking questions from 2016-02-19T07:29:37

We're back from for 2016 and we're recording LIVE. Check out our social streams and website for details on how ask questions or make comments while we record the show.

RuggaMatrix International 212 - What's Next_ from 2015-11-17T21:58:47

England needs a new coach - that's next.

RuggaMatrix International 211 - World Cup Wash-up from 2015-11-08T11:36:31

Back in headsets for the World Cup summary show.

RuggaMatrix International 210 - We Meet at Last from 2015-10-29T21:58:37

Australia and New Zealand will finally meet in a RWC decider this weekend.

RuggaMatrix International 209 - Under the Bus from 2015-10-22T07:34:35

The RWC2015 quarterfinals controversy rages on … was Australia lucky? Was referee Craig Joubert thrown under the bus?

RuggaMatrix International 208 - The Final Eight from 2015-10-13T23:04:36

We're down to 8 and it's sudden death. RWC 2015.

RuggaMatrix International 207 - The Blame Game from 2015-10-06T23:51:07

England eliminated and the pool stage nears its end at the RWC 2015. Plus.. how good is Bernard Foley???

RuggaMatrix International 206 - England on the Brink from 2015-09-28T22:49:58

Wales and England give us plenty talk about. The Welsh win and England face an early exit with a showdown against the Wallabies looming. Sean Berry joins the panel on debut.

RuggaMatrix International 205 - Cup Time from 2015-09-21T23:51:56

The Rugby World Cup is underway and we are back to break it down. What an upset win by Japan over South Africa! Djuro Sen, Mark Cashman and introducing Ben Kimber for show 205 - Cup Time.

RuggaMatrix International 204 - Rebel Commander from 2015-03-17T18:25:19

A show for both hemispheres. Former Munster boss and now Head Coach of the Melbourne Rebels, Tony McGahan, is our special guest.

RuggaMatrix International 203 - Bongo from 2015-03-05T20:49:27

Josh Mann-Rea is probably rugby's best example of never giving up. The man they call 'Bongo' was the oldest player to debut for the Wallabies in 56 years last year. Now, 34, the Brumbies hooker tal...

RuggaMatrix International 202 - Mumm's the Word from 2015-02-24T21:34:58

Exeter Captain Dean Mumm joins us to talk global rugby. Dean talks about the Chiefs solid season plus 6 Nations and more. Very candid chat with a player with strong family ties to the game. The for...

RuggaMatrix International 201 - Super Start from 2015-02-19T07:49:55

Pat McCabe joins the panel to discuss the shocks and drama of the opening Super Rugby round. Ireland's line speed and other Six Nations commentary ahead of the England and Ireland showdown. Pat als...

RuggaMatrix International 200 - World Cup Year from 2015-02-10T22:20:25

RuggaMatrix returns for the first time in 2015 with Wallabies and Waratahs prop Benn Robinson. Join us as we discuss Super Rugby from the defending champions point of view and look ahead to the RWC...

RuggaMatrix International 199 - By the Numbers from 2014-12-04T22:44:09

Ben Darwin says it’s almost impossible for England to win the World Cup. The former Wallabies prop talks to RuggaMatrix about his company GAIN LINE. It puts a number to qualities usually considered...

RuggaMatrix International 198 - Ireland Rising from 2014-11-17T16:37:33

The panel is back to look at the 2014 Autumn Series with Ireland assistant coach Les Kiss. The Irish are in great form after downing South Africa ahead of facing Australia this week.

RuggaMatrix International 197 - Captain Courageous from 2014-08-21T23:44:53

The Rugby Championship is underway and it's do-or-die for the Wallabies in Bledisloe II at Eden Park. Our special guest is Waratahs skipper Dave Dennis.

RuggaMatrix International 196 - The Journos from 2014-08-14T07:33:43

It's Bledisloe Cup time and the Waratahs have been rewarded for their Super Rugby success with selection in Australia's biggest challenge in the game.

This week we host the show from the S...

RuggaMatrix International 195 - The Final Part III from 2014-08-01T12:59:15

The 2014 Super Rugby decider is upon us and we have a comprehensive preview on match eve.

Djuro Sen and Mark Cashman discuss the Waratahs chances and we hear from Crusaders, Dan Carter, Ki...

RuggaMatrix International 194 - Semi-Final Grudge Match from 2014-07-25T22:34:08

It's the eve of the Super Rugby Semi-Finals and we're on location.

Join us from Allianz Stadium as we preview the Waratahs v Brumbies and Crusaders v Sharks.

It's down to the fina...

RuggaMatrix International 193 - Finals Game from 2014-07-18T00:16:23

It's week one of the Super Rugby finals 2014. The Brumbies host the Chiefs in a rematch of the 2013 decider. Head Coach of the Brumbies, Stephen Larkham is our special guest.

The Sharks a...

RuggaMatrix International 192 - Super Finish from 2014-07-08T07:34:28

It's the final week before the Super Rugby finals and all the noise is about the table topping Waratahs. They've secured home ground advantage for the final should they make it but they face their ...

RuggaMatrix International 191 - Flower Power from 2014-07-01T15:36:15

Changes at Ulster and it's Les Kiss to the rescue, the Waratahs on top of the table but will the Reds have the final say in two weeks? We hear from Bernard Foley, Paddy Ryan, Richard Graham and Bea...

RuggaMatrix International 190 - Deep South from 2014-06-25T22:42:41

We review the southern tours with Tatafu Polota-Nau, Benn Robinson and Kane Douglas. We also look at the concluding stages of Super Rugby plus NRC chats with the North Harbour Rays.

RuggaMatrix International 189 - The Premiership from 2014-06-05T22:11:51

RuggaMatrix heads north to check in with Northampton Saints prop Salesi Ma'afu. We talk about the Saints thrilling win over Saracens and look forward to the Internationals.

RuggaMatrix International 188 - TMO Report Card from 2014-05-27T19:07:38

RuggaMatrix International returns ahead of the southern hemisphere tours. Our special guest is former Test referee Stuart Dickinson. It's refereeing in-depth like you've never heard before with the...

RuggaMatrix International 187 - Son Rises from 2014-04-01T12:21:03

In studio this week - Suntory Assistant Coach Peter Hewat. We talk Super Rugby, ERC future and Japanese Rugby.

RuggaMatrix International 186 - Green Machine from 2014-03-20T08:24:40

Defence coach Les Kiss gives us the inside word on Ireland's 6 Nations win and Brian O'Driscoll's farewell to Test Rugby.

RuggaMatrix International 185 - Ireland v England from 2014-02-17T10:04:50

It's a massive 6 Nations showdown this week and we have the inside word from Les Kiss as Ireland prepares to meet England at Twickenham.
We also talk about Scotland's future, Sam Burgess joinin...

RuggaMatrix International 184 - The NRC Explained from 2014-02-07T01:36:48

Will Australia's new National Rugby Championship help the Wallabies return to World Number One? Answering all the questions about the NRC this week is the ARU's Ben Whitaker - General Manager Devel...

RuggaMatrix International 183 - Rocky IX from 2014-01-29T20:29:31

Rocky Elsom makes a record breaking ninth appearance on RuggaMatrix.

The former Wallabies captain is now working for Racing Club de Narbonne Méditerannée and wants to play again.

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RuggaMatrix International 182 - New Year New Look from 2014-01-21T18:03:44

Welcome to 2014. We check in with the Waratahs and Brumbies and speak with Benn Robinson, Stephen Larkham and Laurie Fisher. Mark Cashman has a big announcement.

RuggaMatrix International 181 - Old Sea Dogs from 2013-12-18T20:41:26

International Sevens star Ollie Phillips is in the middle of the challenge of his life.

The England representative is sailing with Team Great Britain in the Clipper Around the World Race ...

RuggaMatrix International 180 - Autumn Internationals 2013 from 2013-12-06T21:01:36

The International show is back and we talk Autumn Internationals with Ireland Assistant Coach - Les Kiss.

RuggaMatrix International 179 - Kiss Kiss from 2013-08-29T07:14:33

Les Kiss is back to talk Ireland, Premiership Rugby, The Rugby Championship and Autumn Internationals.

RuggaMatrix International 178 - Link Rules from 2013-08-15T22:33:11

It's Bledisloe One and we have the most comprehensive interview with Wallabies head coach Ewen McKenzie.

RuggaMatrix International 177 - Super Semis from 2013-07-29T19:05:49

We're on location at Waratahs HQ for a major announcement and we look back at an epic weekend of Super Rugby semi finals. Today we speak with Israel Folau, Michael Cheika, Adam Ashley-Cooper and Ca...

RuggaMatrix International 176 - Lions Legacy from 2013-07-10T11:59:31

Congratulations to RuggaMatrix commentator Ewen McKenzie - now head coach of the Wallabies - replacing Robbie Deans. This week we discuss the fallout from Australia's shattering loss to the Lions i...

RuggaMatrix International 175 - Lions 41 Wallabies 16 from 2013-07-07T22:14:29

Show 175 reviews the Lions emphatic 41-16 victory against Australia in Third Test. Djuro and Mark discuss the fallout - interviews with Jesse Mogg, Will Genia and George Smith.

RuggaMatrix International 174 - The Hero Returns from 2013-07-04T12:24:07

RuggaMatrix has the exclusive feature interview with 2001 Lions slayer Justin Harrison. Justin talks about his epic lineout steal in the deciding third Test 12 years ago. Now coaching in France - J...

RuggaMatrix International 173 - Wallabies 16 Lions 15 from 2013-06-30T03:11:25

The series is all square after the Wallabies pipped the Lions in the second test. We review the result with Michael Hooper, Will Genia and goal kicking hero Christian Leali'ifano.

RuggaMatrix International 172 - Test Eve II from 2013-06-29T10:22:03

The final word before the second Lions Test and we chat with former Wallabies scrumhalf, now Melbourne Rebels General Manager Rugby - Sam Cordingley. We discuss the changes to both sides and the Ja...

RuggaMatrix International 171 - Must Win from 2013-06-27T09:21:02

RuggaMatrix comes from Melbourne ahead of the Second Test between the British and Irish Lions and Wallabies. Australian backrower Ben Bowen and hooker Saia Fainga'a join Djuro Sen to preview this e...

RuggaMatrix International 170 - Lions 23 def Wallabies 21 from 2013-06-23T22:11:42

The Lions have gone one up in the series against the Wallabies and we bring you the reaction in the mix zone.

RuggaMatrix International 169 - Test Eve from 2013-06-21T15:40:31

The Lions road trip continues and today with speak with Queensland Director of Coaching, Ewen McKenzie, on the eve of the First Test.

RuggaMatrix International 168 - Lions Tamed from 2013-06-20T06:39:50

Welcome to our first Lions road trip episode.

Brumbies assistant coach and former Munster guru Laurie Fisher chats to us about the Brumbies historic 14-12 win over the Lions before the Fir...

RuggaMatrix International 167 - Coming to America from 2013-05-27T20:32:46

He's head coach (for now) and he's on RuggaMatrix. Les Kiss talks about leading Ireland to the United States and Canada. We discuss Joe Schmidt taking over from Declan Kidney - the Lions and plenty...

RuggaMatrix International 166 - Ella Magic from 2013-05-16T00:32:42

Wallabies legend Mark Ella talks Kurtley Beale, Lions tour and Invincibles. George Smith on playing the Lions 12 years later.

RuggaMatrix International 165 - The Back Page from 2013-03-19T22:18:52

Michael Cheika talks about the pain of transforming the Waratahs into an attacking force. Iain Payten from the Daily Telegraph talks Super Rugby and Lions.

(starting times of interviews in...

RuggaMatrix International 164 - Not without a fight from 2013-03-05T19:47:45

He's travelled to Sweden in a desperate attempt to fix a chronic Achilles problem and this week Stephen Hoiles speaks to RuggaMatrix about his comeback battle.

As a former Brumby and Warat...

RuggaMatrix International 163 - 100 days and counting from 2013-02-26T19:10:16

Benn Robinson talks Lions - only 100 days away. Les Kiss tells us what went wrong for Ireland against Scotland in 6 Nations last weekend.

RuggaMatrix International 162 - The wrecking ball and the sea of red from 2013-02-19T21:54:06

HSBC Lions Ambassador Brian O'Driscoll talks about leadership, Super Rugby, Quade Cooper and Wallabies. Studio guest is Wararahs wrecking ball Wycliff Palu ahead of the Tahs grudge match against th...

RuggaMatrix International 161 - Super Rugby 2013 from 2013-02-15T02:11:42

It's our Super Rugby preview with Queensland and Australian playmaker Mike Harris.

RuggaMatrix International 160 - Alan Gaffney from 2013-02-08T01:41:28

We have an epic show this week. Legendary coach Alan Gaffney joins us in the studio for an hour long discussion on Super Rugby, the Lions and 6 Nations.

Alan is one of the world's most res...

RuggaMatrix International 159 - Jake and the Cashman from 2013-01-22T23:40:17

Our first show for 2013 in our new studio. Jake White talks Super Rugby and more plus Bob Dwyer talks about his brush with death.

RuggaMatrix International 158 - Lion Tamers from 2012-12-22T08:51:55

Welcome to our first British & Irish Lions special with Head Coach Warren Gatland. We talk strength and conditioning with David Dwyer as he explains how to manage a legend like Brian O'Driscoll. Listen

RuggaMatrix International 157 - Awesome Autumn from 2012-11-17T00:02:07

Ewen McKenzie is back to talk Autumn Internationals, Reds and Lions. We introduce our new experts - Former Test referee Stu Dickinson and Strength & Conditioning Coach David Dwyer.

RuggaMatrix International 156 - Viva Espana from 2012-10-26T11:42:05

We talk squads for the Autumn Internationals with Robbie Deans and Les Kiss. Top 14 and French Rugby with Morgan Turinui plus Sevens Rugby with Spanish star Carlos Blanco.

RuggaMatrix International 155 - Northern Lights from 2012-10-12T01:26:40

Heineken Cup begins in the North and Les Kiss casts his eye across the form teams.
The Inaugural Rugby Championship has been run and won .. Mark Cashman talks All Blacks plus the Wallabies guts...

RuggaMatrix International 154 - Reboot from 2012-09-25T07:31:56

Welcome to RuggaMatrix 2.0 the reboot show.

Redesigned in HD for Web enabled TV devices - RuggaMatrix is now scheduled for delivery every second Tuesday, starting today.

We have a...

RuggaMatrix International 153 - Split Screen from 2012-08-27T12:02:39

The Olympic Games are over and we are back!

Les Kiss and Djuro Sen talk in detail about the lessons learned from the tour down under for Ireland and the start of competition in the north....

RuggaMatrix International 152 - Super Duper Rugby from 2012-07-19T00:23:13

It's Super Rugby finals time and we speak to Reds coach Ewen McKenzie about Queensland's qualifying final against the Sharks. It was a nervous finish to the home and away season and who better than...

RuggaMatrix International 151 - Southern Assault from 2012-06-11T12:59:07

We cover the June Test matches with Les Kiss. New Zealand beat Ireland 42-10 but there was a lot to like about Ireland's approach. Speed is the key according to Les Kiss as they head to Christchurc...

RuggaMatrix International 150 - Chaos Theory from 2012-06-03T09:46:35

A special HD show with Scotland coach Andy Robinson. We chat in the Scottish camp ahead Tuesday's Test against the Wallabies in Newcastle.

We cover a range of issues including changes to ...

RuggaMatrix International 149 - The Bomb from 2012-05-18T23:20:36

The Heineken Cup is decided this weekend and we're pleased to have Peter Hewat back to talk all things World Rugby. Peter's been signed to help out the injury stricken Brumbies and we speak with Pe...

RuggaMatrix International 148 - Quick Hit from 2012-05-11T22:43:04

We're a week away from the Heineken Cup final and Les Kiss returns just in time! All things in the north and south are covered in this rapid fire half hour show.

RuggaMatrix International 147 - Maximum Exposure from 2012-05-02T19:27:11

Ireland dominates the Heineken Cup and Morgan Turinui joins us from Paris to talk European Rugby.

Plenty of drama in Super Rugby so we chat with Melbourne Rebels hooker Adam Freier about t...

RuggaMatrix International 146 - The Link Returns from 2012-04-16T15:00:10

Reds coach Ewen McKenzie returns for the first time on video and he's looking good ahead of a challenging clash with the Stormers. Les Kiss reports in from Dublin on everything from Heineken Cup to...

RuggaMatrix International 145 – Super Close from 2012-03-28T16:43:22

Our video show is back on but audio fans will get first shot at Episode 145 – Super Close.

Super Rugby off the top this week with Nick Stiles, assistant coach of the Western Force, ahead...

RuggaMatrix International 144 - 6 Nations Timeline from 2012-03-22T16:54:29

Wales are the 6 Nations champions and they did it in style. But what about the other teams? Les Kiss looks at Ireland’s mixed campaign – plus Adam Freier talks Super Rugby.

Episode 143 B...

RuggaMatrix International 143 - Back to Paris from 2012-03-01T17:02:13

It’s Ireland v France – Round Two. After missing out due to a frozen pitch these two sides will try again this weekend to play their 6 Nations clash.

Ireland Assistant coach Les Kiss tal...

RuggaMatrix International 142 - Frozen Out from 2012-02-17T17:35:07

We catch up with Les Kiss over the Ireland v France freeze out and the ramifications for the Six Nations. Super Rugby and plenty more.

RuggaMatrix International 141 - Seeing is Believing from 2012-02-03T17:39:34

In our first video show we speak with Leinster champion Rocky Elsom now Waratahs captain. He talks Six Nations, Super Rugby and off-season surgery. Les Kiss reports in from Ireland camp ahead of Su...

RuggaMatrix International 140 - Nations Prepare from 2012-01-28T17:39:58

Six Nations is a week away and we’re all over it with Les Kiss from Ireland camp. We talk in depth with Western Force assistant coach Nick Stiles about Super Rugby.

RuggaMatrix International 139 - The Global Scene from 2012-01-13T17:41:53

This show is massive with three major segments.

1. Ewen McKenzie on Super Rugby preparations and the Reds title defence. Includes some interesting coach talk.

2. Morgan Turinui, ...

RuggaMatrix International 138 - Farewell 2011 from 2011-12-30T17:46

We close the book on 2011 with two great interviews. Newly appointed coach of Japan Eddie Jones and England backrower James Haskell on the World Cup and his upcoming Super Rugby challenge.

RuggaMatrix International 137 - Ireland and Islands from 2011-12-20T17:47:52

This show dedicated to the memory of David Fordham who died last week aged 62. Les Kiss talks Heineken Cup and our special guest is Samoa assistant coach Scott Wisemantel.

RuggaMatrix International 136 - Stephen's Story from 2011-12-06T17:50

The World Cup hangover is over .. and we are back with episode 136 ‘Stephen’s Story’.

Former Wallabies backrower Stephen Hoiles has been released from the Brumbies so he can concentrate ...

RuggaMatrix International 135 - World Cup Wrap from 2011-10-29T17:53:51

So New Zealand wins the World Cup and finally the long drought is over. Welcome to our tournament review show with Les Kiss, Ewen McKenzie, Mark Cashman and Djuro Sen.

We discuss the fin...

RuggaMatrix International 134 - World Cup Special - The Final from 2011-10-20T17:56:52

So this is it! New Zealand and France go head to head on Sunday for Rugby’s ultimate prize.

Djuro Sen and Peter Hewat analyse the semi-finals and look ahead to the decider and the third ...

RuggaMatrix International 133 - World Cup Special - Semi Finals from 2011-10-13T18:01:19

World Cup winning assistant coach Eddie Jones joins the panel for a frank discussion on the quarter-finals and semi finals. No one is spared! We also speak with Rupert Guinness – Sydney Morning Her...

RuggaMatrix International 132 - World Cup Special - Quarter Finals from 2011-10-07T18:02:21

So this is it! We’ve reached the final eight and it’s all sudden death from here at the Rugby World Cup.

Ireland defence coach Les Kiss takes us through his quarter final against Wales a...

RuggaMatrix International 131 - World Cup Special - Italian Stallions from 2011-09-29T18:05:01

The super smart Ireland Defence Coach – Les KissIt’s the final round of matches before the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup. Les Kiss and his Ireland team face a make or break clash with Ita...

RuggaMatrix International 130 - World Cup Special - Ireland Strikes from 2011-09-21T18:10:06

Find out the secret to Ireland’s massive win over the Wallabies – just how did they do it? Les Kiss reveals all. We also talk England, France and New Zealand mixed up with a thousand other World Cu...

RuggaMatrix International 129 - World Cup Special - Week One Down from 2011-09-15T10:56:15

At last we lock in Les Kiss from Ireland camp ahead of this weekend’s blockbuster against the Wallabies in Auckland. We talk about Ireland, we talk about England, we talk about everything RWC.

RuggaMatrix International 127 - World Cup Special - Pool B from 2011-08-27T11:01:46

Our In-Depth Analysis continues with Pool B of the RWC 2011.

We discuss the pool in detail with Ewen McKenzie and like last week take a shot at predicting the finishing order.

PO...

RuggaMatrix International 127 - World Cup Special - Pool B from 2011-08-27T11:01:46

Our In-Depth Analysis continues with Pool B of the RWC 2011.

We discuss the pool in detail with Ewen McKenzie and like last week take a shot at predicting the finishing order.

PO...

RuggaMatrix International 126 - World Cup Special - Pool A from 2011-08-17T11:47:59

Les Kiss returns to tackle some big questions after Ireland lost to France at the weekend.

We also dig deep into the culture of the Irish squad as they prepare for the World Cup in New Z...

RuggaMatrix International 125 - Show Me a Sign from 2011-08-11T11:49:35

Just a short show this week as we continue to wrestle with some technical issues. Ewen McKenzie talks Bledisloe Cup and a lot more. Les Kiss will be back next week.

RuggaMatrix International 124 - Getting Serious from 2011-07-27T11:50:59

We’re back after moving into a new studio and we’re ready for the big run home to the Word Cup. Today we speak with Ewen McKenzie in depth about his Super Rugby victory for Queensland over the C...

RuggaMatrix International 123 - The Final Countdown from 2011-07-06T11:54:02

Qld Reds coach Ewen McKenzie on the Super Rugby Final against the Crusaders. Matt Williams on absolutely everything else! No one in the north is spared.

RuggaMatrix International 122 - Heading North from 2011-06-30T11:57:11

Look out France – Matt Dunning is heading your way. He’s off to Biarritz. We talks Heineken Cup, Top 14, Super Rugby and World Cup plus much much more.

RuggaMatrix International 121 - World Cup Squads from 2011-06-22T11:59:52

As promised this is our second show this week and it’s chock full of World Cup goodness with Les Kiss and Bob Dwyer. Together they cover the preliminary squads of Ireland and England plus the co...

RuggaMatrix International 120 - Super Rugby Special from 2011-06-20T12:02:47

The top six has been finalised in the south and this show deals with the Super Rugby finals. Ewen McKenzie joins us fresh from securing top spot on the table with the Qld Reds.

We also d...

RuggaMatrix International 119 - Payback Time from 2011-06-08T12:07:02

Nick Stiles takes on Mark Cashman over his James O’Connor predictions. Peter Hewat on Heineken Cup and London Irish. The run home for the Super Rugby finals and In-Depth Analysis – Injury Management.

RuggaMatrix International 118 - 100 Days from 2011-06-01T12:08:45

100 Days out from the World Cup we wrap up the Magners League and Aviva Premiership Finals. We also talk French Rugby and talk Super Rugby with Ewen McKenzie following that epic match between the R...

RuggaMatrix International 117 - Bigger Than Obama from 2011-05-24T12:17:13

Heineken Cup and other comps wrap with Les Kiss. Scottish scrumhalf Chris Cusiter on his world cup hopes and why he’s playing in the Sydney Club Premiership. Ewen McKenzie on Super Rugby.

RuggaMatrix International 116 - Come Out Swinging from 2011-05-19T12:13:17

Northampton Saints take on Leinster in the Heineken Cup Final in Cardiff this weekend and we get the final word from our Irish Defence Coach guru Les Kiss.

As the Michael Paler image sho...

RuggaMatrix International 115 - Finals Everywhere from 2011-05-10T12:18:38

The finals have arrived in the north – Les Kiss covers Heineken Cup, Magners League and Aviva Premiership.

We have the Super Rugby top of the table showdown between the Reds and Blues th...

RuggaMatrix International 114 - Classic Rock from 2011-04-26T12:21:18

Wallabies and former Leinster match winner Rocky Elsom talks all things Heineken Cup and World Cup.

Nick Stiles on Super Rugby.

RuggaMatrix International 113 - Record Breaker from 2011-04-15T12:24:06

Fast and furious with Ewen McKenzie back from South Africa and ready to take on the Bulls for another winning streak record for the Reds. Heineken Cup with Les Kiss and Kurtley Beale heads to the R...

RuggaMatrix International 112 - The D4 Dude from 2011-04-07T12:25:24

Heineken Cup action and Super Rugby coverage at its best with Les Kiss and Nick Stiles. Our In-Depth Analysis is – CONSISTENCY.

RuggaMatrix International 111 - Slam Spoilers from 2011-03-23T12:27:38

What a win by Ireland to prevent England winning the Grand Slam! Les Kiss talks in depth about the victory and 6 Nations wash up. Adam Freier talks openly about the Rebels and Super Rugby. We also ...

RuggaMatrix International 110 - That's Not A Lineout from 2011-03-14T12:29:41

It’s been a controversial weekend in 6 Nations – Ireland are fuming over the illegal lineout that led to a crucial Welsh try. England’s slam is still on and we chat with Bath prop David Flatman....

RuggaMatrix International 109 - Tougher Than Brumby Jack from 2011-03-07T12:32:28

What a week ahead. 6 Nations reaches a vital stage and Les Kiss talks about the challenge of Wales for Ireland and Scotland for England.

Super Rugby continues with Reds coach Ewen McKenz...

RuggaMatrix International 108 - Our Mates from 2011-03-03T12:35:13

A tragic week with a devastating earthquake destroying much of Christchurch. We look to Rugby to provide an escape but also inspiration for our Kiwi mates.

6 Nations resumes this weekend...

RuggaMatrix International 107 - England Setting The Pace from 2011-02-16T12:37:39

Cracking 6 Nations analysis this week. Les Kiss joins us from the Ireland bunker after their dramatic loss to France. England power on against Italy and Wales hit back against Scotland.

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RuggaMatrix International 106 - Six Nations Away from 2011-02-05T12:39:31

The Six Nations is underway and we get straight into the analysis of England’s 26-19 win over Wales in Cardiff.

It’s a cracking start to the 6N with matches in Rome and Paris to come. Le...

RuggaMatrix International 105 - Game On from 2011-01-25T10:33:48

We’re down to the final 8 of the Heineken Cup and the 6 Nations is on our doorstep. So much to look forward to over the coming weeks.
RuggaMatrix checks in with our good friend Peter Hewat...

RuggaMatrix International 104 - True Spirit from 2011-01-12T10:34:13

This is a special show. The Queensland Reds are in the middle of a massive natural disaster and we cross to Ewen McKenzie for a ‘live’ report. Widespread flooding has claimed property and lives ...

RuggaMatrix International 103 - The Year Begins from 2011-01-07T12:53:24

Welcome to 2011 and our first show of this World Cup year. Les Kiss reports on the progress in Europe since the Autumn Internationals and what countries need to do … to be a force in New Zealand...

RuggaMatrix International 102 - The Christmas Special from 2010-12-29T12:56:21

Due out Christmas Day but a few gremlins delayed the roll out of this annual festive show.

This week we travel to the home of Greg Growden for a chat about his latest book Inside The Wal...

RuggaMatrix International 101 - The Heineken Cup Report from 2010-12-20T12:58:46

It’s the last show before Christmas. Les Kiss reports in from the Bath v Ulster clash and we talk Heineken Cup in depth.
The scrum remains a talking point and Ewen McKenzie sets the scene ...

RuggaMatrix International 100 - Two Years in the Making from 2010-12-10T19:38:05

2 years in the making we reflect on shows past with special guests Eddie Jones and Bob Dwyer.

We also reveal the winner of our Limerick competition. Awesome prizes are on their way to one ...

RuggaMatrix International 099 - Never in Doubt Gregor Townsend from 2010-11-24T23:21:07

The Scots are now 6th in the world rankings and we just had to check in with the victorious camp.

Scottish and Lions (plus Warringah Rats) legend Gregor Townsend is our special guest. The ...

RuggaMatrix International 098 - England on the Rise from 2010-11-17T22:56:46

England's 35-18 win over Australia was the big result of last week's Autumn Internationals.

We look at how England did it and where they go from here.

The panel also examines what...

RuggaMatrix International 097 - Who Needs a Scrum with Backs Like these Guys from 2010-11-11T22:34:46

Round one went to the Southern Hemisphere in the 2010 Autumn
Internationals.

Our feature match for review is the England v New Zealand clash at Twickenham.

The All Blacks won ...

RuggaMatrix International 096 - Heading North Autumn Internationals Preview from 2010-11-04T22:21:06

This week Mark Cashman returns from his magical mystery tour and gets stuck into a full Autumn Internationals preview show.

Can England stop the All Blacks? Are the Wallabies on a roll aft...

RuggaMatrix International 095 - Short Sweet and to the Point Benn Robinson from 2010-10-29T21:58:26

It's Bledisloe Four for 2010 and we get the latest from Australian prop Benn Robinson ahead of the match in Hong Kong.

Les Kiss covers all matters in the north with national team camps and...

RuggaMatrix International 093 - The Heineken Cup According to Rocky Elsom from 2010-09-30T21:06:37

The Heineken Cup is only a week away and we call in our expert on the subject.

Wallabies captain and former Leinster hero Rocky Elsom casts a close eye across all the pools in the competit...

RuggaMatrix International 092 - The Rebel Mark Bakewell from 2010-09-23T20:48:44

RuggaMatrix speaks with former Bath assistant coach now Melbourne Rebels forwards coach Mark Bakewell on episode 092.

A coach of vast experience across the word, Mark is well placed to run...

RuggaMatrix International 091 - 'Beware the Bravehearts' Andy Robinson from 2010-09-15T20:29:22

RuggaMatrix looks at a Scotland team on the rise with Head Coach Andy Robinson.

The former England International tells the panel he's watched the Tri

Nations closely and he's impr...

RuggaMatrix International 090 - The Race Begins from 2010-09-09T20:12:14

This week we look at the start of the Magners League and Aviva Premiership in detail with Les Kiss who has returned from the wilderness.

The Italians have started with some promise in the ...

RuggaMatrix International 089 - The Premiership Awaits from 2010-09-02T19:23:52

The Aviva Premiership headlines this week's show.

Former London Irish excitement machine Peter Hewat casts his eye across the new competition from his new base in Japan.

Peter giv...

RuggaMatrix International 088 - Altitude Schmaltitude from 2010-08-26T18:59:31

The All Blacks are Tri Nations champions again and we look back at last week's epic clash at Soccer City.

South Africa will host the Wallabies this weekend and they'll be hurting.

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RuggaMatrix International 087 - Focus People! from 2010-08-19T18:40:58

The Tri Nations battlefield moves to South Africa with the All Blacks and Springboks set to clash in an epic encounter.

We cross to New Zealand and catch up with leading rugby scribe Marc ...

RuggaMatrix International 086 - Future Quest from 2010-08-12T18:24:50

Have the All Blacks developed cloaking technology?

That's one of the many possibilities raised in this week's review of Bledisloe 2.

New Zealand are not just better than the rest ...

RuggaMatrix International 085 - Blackout from 2010-08-04T18:02:11

The All Blacks continue their rampage - smashing the Wallabies in the first Bledisloe Cup encounter in Melbourne.

We analyse how they did it and look at what Australia must do to turn the ...

RuggaMatrix International 084 - No Pictures Please from 2010-07-29T17:49:04

It's the coundown to the Bledisloe Cup and it's all on the line for the Wallabies.

We look in detail at the photo saga surrounding the All Blacks.

New Zealand is outraged that a p...

RuggaMatrix International 083 - The Referee from 2010-07-22T17:25:33

This week we hear from one of the great referees in former Test match official Peter Marshall.

A former first grade player who has 20 years of refereeing experience Peter is well placed to...

RuggaMatrix International 082 - All Blacks from 2010-07-15T17:03:25

We're back online with a new show.

The full original panel is together once again looking back at the All Blacks incredible win over the Springboks in the opening Tri Nations match in Auck...

RuggaMatrix International 081 - Eddie Delivers from 2010-07-01T16:49:33

The tours to the south are over and only Scotland can hold their heads high after sweeping the series against Argentina. Even France could not win against the Pumas.

In today's show we loo...

RuggaMatrix International 080 - What About Scotland? from 2010-06-24T16:28:35

Another tough week in the deep south - but England and Scotland have shown the way.

While both teams had courageous wins Wales, Ireland and Italy ran into trouble.

Although Italy ...

RuggaMatrix International 079 - Scrum or Run from 2010-06-17T15:59:26

Can the north strike back this weekend?

Ireland are still smarting after being smashed by the All Blacks and 6 Nations champions France were demolished by World Champions South Africa.
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RuggaMatrix International 078 - Down Under from 2010-06-10T15:28:02

The best of the north is now down under for a series of mouth watering test matches.

Can Ireland pull off the improbable and beat the All Blacks? We ask Les Kiss and Ronan O'Gara exactly t...

RuggaMatrix International 077 - Tears and Trophies from 2010-06-02T15:11:23

As the show title suggests we look at the finals across the globe that decided the Magners League, Guinness Premiership, Top 14 and Super 14.

This is the honour roll for 2010 and it makes ...

RuggaMatrix International 076 - The Premiership from 2010-05-26T14:57:56

RuggaMatrix returns to England this week with a feature interview with England and Bath prop David Flatman.

If you've never listened to a David Flatman interview ... you've missed out beca...

RuggaMatrix International 075 - The Global Wrap from 2010-05-19T14:41:41

The team has called in some heavyweight support to help predict the outcome of some massive matches in our global wrap in show 75 of RuggaMatrix.

Wallaby and 2009 Leinster hero Rocky Elsom...

RuggaMatrix International 074 - Finals Fever from 2010-05-12T14:26:32

The finals are upon us in the northern hemisphere and in Super Rugby the last round will decide who will play in the semis.

The Bulls at the time of publication were reportedly set to rest...

RuggaMatrix International 073 - Biarritz Blitz from 2010-05-06T14:11:58

We have our finalists and this week we speak with the underdogs Biarritz.

Jack Issac, backs coach for Biarritz, is our special guest he gives us a fascinating look inside the Basque club.<...

RuggaMatrix International 072 - Accountability from 2010-04-28T13:53:55

This week Peter Hewat fills in for Les Kiss to talk all things Guinness Premiership and Heineken Cup.

Who will prevail between Leinster and Toulouse in Saturday's semi and who will finish ...

RuggaMatrix International 071 - D4 from 2010-04-21T13:39:37

This is one of our special panel only shows and we have a lot to cover with our experts Ewen McKenzie and Les Kiss.

We cross to Les after giving him the night off last week and cover all t...

RuggaMatrix International 070 - Pure Speed from 2010-04-15T12:47:29

What a weekend of Heineken Cup quarterfinals and that's our main focus this week.

Former Leinster hero and current Wallabies captain Rocky Elsom gives us his view of the final 8 matches an...

RuggaMatrix International 069 - From Leinster with Love from 2010-04-07T12:11:44

Who can stop Leinster?

Munster failed last week in the big Magners League local derby at Thomond Park.

This weekend though the champions of Europe face a quarterfinal challenge wo...

RuggaMatrix International 068 - Men of Courage from 2010-03-31T11:56:30

Julian Huxley is one of sport's great stories.

2 years ago he had a tumour removed from his brain and now he's back playing for the Brumbies and he's got a real chance of winning back his ...

RuggaMatrix International 067 - Danger Zone from 2010-03-25T11:42:48

Vive le France!

The Grand Slam 6 Nations champions are France and this week we look back at the 2010 tournament with our special guest from Italy, Craig Gower.

Craig joins us from...

RuggaMatrix International 066 - Munster Mash from 2010-03-17T11:16:12

The 6  Nations is about to be decided and there's a remote chance Ireland could steal it but France is the hot favourite to not only win but claim another Grand Slam.

Ireland need to beat ...

RuggaMatrix International 065 - The Big Comeback from 2010-03-11T10:58:19

The pressure is building on France as the chasing pack waits for them to fall over.

Ireland are still in the hunt for the Triple Crown and remain hopeful that the door will open ...

RuggaMatrix International 064 - 6 Nations State of Play from 2010-03-05T10:39:43

France is in the box seat for 6 Nations glory but we talk about what happens if the French choke and the door opens again for the others. It could be a mad dash for the title.

Les Kiss tak...

RuggaMatrix International 063 - Culture Shock from 2010-02-26T09:46:43

Wallabies coach Robbie Deans is our special guest on RuggaMatrix 063 - Culture Shock.

We continue to debate the new law interpretations at the breakdown and we once again go in-depth on th...

RuggaMatrix International 062 - Jonny Be Good from 2010-02-19T20:46:54

Les Kiss is in vintage form for this week as he expresses firm views over the southern hemisphere's law interpretation to promote more attacking rugby.
While fans, players and commentators spea...

RuggaMatrix International 061 - Bye George from 2010-02-12T20:12:52

The Six Nations is underway and we review weekend one and look forward to week two.
Ireland v France is the pivotal match of the tournament and we go direct to Les Kiss in  camp with the  Irish...

RuggaMatrix International 060 - Six Nations from 2010-02-05T20:00:14

It's Six Nations time again and we have the latest news from the defending title holders.
Donncha O'Callaghan is our special guest.

The Muster and Lions squad member gives RuggaMatrix ...

RuggaMatrix International 059 - The Dark Side of the Scrum from 2010-01-29T19:44:34

RuggaMatrix looks at a controversial round of Heineken Cup .. another replacement blunder has marred the quarter-finals make up.

Top 14 ploughed on while most other comps have a rest headi...

RuggaMatrix International 058 - Popcorn Rugby from 2010-01-22T19:40:18

RuggaMatrix breaks new ground this week with Ewen McKenzie's exclusive review of Invictus, the inspirational film about the 1995 Rugby World Cup.

In the real world we hammer Les Kiss over ...

RuggaMatrix International 057 - The Muscles from Brussels from 2010-01-15T19:03:36

Happy New Year!

The RuggaMatrix Team is back for another year with more commentary and analysis.

We start 2010 with a look at the big freeze, the Heineken Cup, Six Nations and Sup...

RuggaMatrix International 056 - The Christmas Show from 2009-12-23T18:36:03

This is our Christmas Show with special guest Lote Tuqiri and Peter Hewat like you've never heard them before. It's our last show for 2009 but we'll be back in two weeks to tackle the all the big i...

RuggaMatrix International 055 - The Anniversary Show from 2009-12-18T18:05:06

Well this is it .. our anniversary show. RuggaMatrix turns 1 this week and we have a special guest to celebrate it with us. Former Wallabies lock Daniel Vickerman, fresh from leading Cambridge to v...

RuggaMatrix International 054 - Tall Tales from 2009-12-09T17:52:01

The Heineken Cup is back and we have a full expert preview with our panel. Our special guest star is All Blacks lock Ali Williams.

Ali has just released a pretty funny book about life as a...

RuggaMatrix International 053 - Laws and Disorder from 2009-12-04T17:06:54

This week we revisit the laws of the game with none other than Eddie Jones, coach of Suntory and former Wallabies, Saracens and Brumbies mentor.

It's a burning issue at the moment but Eddi...

RuggaMatrix International 051 - The North Shall Rise Again from 2009-11-18T14:10:10

It was a classic Test at Croke Park between Australia and Ireland and this week Rocky Elsom and Les Kiss look at the match from opposing viewpoints.

The Grand Slam dream is over for the Wa...

RuggaMatrix International 050 - Craic-ing Game from 2009-11-12T13:54:44

We look at England with Les and Ewen McKenzie and see if there are positives to come out of their first up defeat. The return of Jonny Wilkinson is certainly one.

The French take on the wo...

RuggaMatrix International 052 - The Decider from 2009-11-06T16:19:47

It’s another grand weekend of International Rugby but at Croke Park we’ll see the Tri Nations Champions South Africa take on the Six Nations Champions Ireland in the unofficial North-South face-off...

RuggaMatrix International 049 - John Eales from 2009-11-05T13:38:29

The Autumn Internationals are upon us and we look at the two big Tests - Wales v New Zealand and England v Australia with our special guest star Wallabies legend John Eales.

Fresh from lau...

RuggaMatrix International 048 - Lost in Translation from 2009-10-30T13:04:57

This week we head to Japan for Saturday's historic Bledisloe Cup clash in Tokyo and catch up with a man of many talents, Wallabies hooker Tatafu Polota-Nau.

Possibly the game's most lethal...

RuggaMatrix International 094 - James Haskell England's French Connection from 2009-10-22T21:36:40

Our Special guest is England and Stade Francais backrower James Haskell. James has a massive Top 14 game against Toulon in Paris this weekend, following that he'll ship back to England for camp ahe...

RuggaMatrix International 047 - Ospreylia from 2009-10-22T12:51:35

RuggaMatrix takes you to Wales this week and speaks with their enigmatic Ospreys coaching director Scott Johnson.

Johnson is one of rugby's truly great characters and on this show he doesn...

RuggaMatrix International 046 - London Irish from 2009-10-14T12:31:06

London Irish have shown they are the real deal this season after grinding out a tough 12-9 win over Heineken Cup champions Leinster at the RDS.
Today RuggaMatrix speaks with their inspirational...

RuggaMatrix International 045 - James Haskell from 2009-10-07T11:32:33

Today's show is like a 12 course meal... something for everyone. England and Stade Francais backrower James Haskell joins up with his former coach Ewen McKenzie for an in-depth chat about his life ...

RuggaMatrix International 044 - Home and Away from 2009-10-01T11:18:21

This week electric Wallaby wing Lachie Turner joins the panel for the whole show and he puts in an impressive performance.

The Wallabies will soon embark on a historic tour of Japan and th...

RuggaMatrix International 043 - Psychobabble from 2009-09-25T11:05:01

A late show this week but worth the wait. Our special guest star is former Gloucester and NSW Waratahs playmaker Duncan McRae.

Forced to retire through in injury after his time in the UK, ...

RuggaMatrix International 042 - Warning May Be Offensive to Welshmen from 2009-09-17T10:45:53

It's another big show ahead of the final Tri Nations clash in Wellington between the Wallabies and All Blacks.

Australian and former Leinster flanker Rocky Elsom is our special guest star....

RuggaMatrix International 041 - Where is Kobus? from 2009-09-09T10:20:14

Ewen McKenzie has parted ways with Stade Francais and he speaks with RuggaMatrix.

It's a frank, too the point and no holds barred interview done just hours after the announcement was made ...

RuggaMatrix International 040 - Good Service from 2009-09-01T09:04:05

Strong running centre Jaque Fourie is our special guest star as he warms up for his 50th Test.

Les Kiss is still unpacking his old rugby league gear in Ireland so we've giving him the week...

RuggaMatrix International 039 - The Big Play from 2009-08-27T08:52:56

This week RuggaMatrix catches up with the South African camp ahead of their Tri-Nations clash with Australia in Perth.

Assistant Springboks coach Dick Muir tells us about the confidence wi...

RuggaMatrix International 038 - Cat Power from 2009-08-19T08:24:14

It's Bledisloe Week down under and RuggaMatrix catches up with arguably the best loosehead in world rugby at the moment ... Benn Robinson from Australia. Despite his size Robinson, also known as 'T...

RuggaMatrix International 037 - The Springboks Uncovered from 2009-08-12T21:59:50

This week we look deep into the game plan of the all conquering Springboks.

How good are they? Can anyone hope to beat them for the title? Well the RuggaMatrix panel comes up with some ans...

RuggaMatrix International 036 - Master and Commander from 2009-08-06T19:32:34

He looks like Russell Crowe but he's ten times tougher.

Former Wallaby hooker Brendan Cannon joins the RuggaMatrix panel for one of our best interviews yet.

Cannon was almost kill...

RuggaMatrix International 035 - I hope We Are Alive To See It from 2009-07-29T19:04:38

This week we speak to one of Australia's great centres who is now charged with the almighty task of resurrecting the Queensland Reds.
Daniel Herbert a 67 Test veteran for the Wallabies is the n...

RuggaMatrix International 034 - Tighthead from 2009-07-22T13:06:49

Ewen McKenzie is back after a few weeks with the family.
This week we explore the mysterious world of tighthead prop. Joining us for show 034 is Wallaby number 3 Al Baxter. The most capped Aust...

RuggaMatrix International 033 - Rocky Mountain High from 2009-07-15T11:34:29

World heavyweights Australia and New Zealand clash this weekend to open the 2009 Tri Nations.
Former Wallaby and Munster man ... now Wallaby assistant coach ... Jim Williams ... joins the panel...

RuggaMatrix International 032 - Optimus Kiss from 2009-07-09T10:58:40

The Lions are finished for another four years but now RuggaMatrix looks forward to the Tri Nations.

This week we wrap up the Lions series with a close look at the third Test won by the tou...

RuggaMatrix International 031 - Cool Bananas from 2009-07-01T10:43:53

Has the Lions series had its day? Well the RuggaMatrix team says no and today we speak to a key player from the 2001 series in Australia.

1999 RWC Final try scorer and leading forward for ...

RuggaMatrix International 030 - Unleash the beast from 2009-06-24T10:06:29

This week we check in with our man on the spot in South Africa for the Lions series Simnikiwe Xabanisa.

The Sunday Times scribe was on site for the First Test in Durban and gives us a firs...

RuggaMatrix International 029 - Hanging Up the Boots from 2009-06-17T09:51:29

The Lions are about to face South Africa in the First Test, France is looking to beat the All Blacks again and the Wallabies are taking on Italy in Melbourne. We take a long hard look at all campai...

RuggaMatrix International 028 - The Maul is Back from 2009-06-11T09:27:13

This week we take a look inside the Italian camp ahead of their clash with the Wallabies in Canberra. Australian born fullback Luke McLean tells us that the Italians should not be dismissed as a th...

RuggaMatrix International 027 - Barbarian Bob from 2009-06-03T18:42:39

He's one of the most respected men in the game of rugby and we're pleased to have him as our special guest star for episode 027.

1991 World Cup winning coach Bob Dwyer joins the RuggaMatri...

RuggaMatrix International 026 - Finals and More Finals from 2009-05-27T17:58:08

RuggaMatrix pulls off another scoop with a feature-length interview with Heineken Cup winning head coach from Leinster, Michael Cheika.

It's a revealing 'look' inside the Irish powerhouse....

RuggaMatrix International 025 - Hewy and the Fat Guy by the Pool from 2009-05-20T17:17:10

It's our 25th show and there's plenty to celebrate in this episode.

Joining us for the second time is London Irish back Peter Hewat who talks about the gripping Guinness Premiers...

RuggaMatrix International 024 - Leave it to Beaver from 2009-05-13T16:54:48

We've been talking about this guy a lot but this week we actually talk to him. Former Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones joins the RuggaMatrix panel for an informative and entertaining discussion on ...

RuggaMatrix International 023 - The Rock from 2009-05-06T16:28:35

He's the man the whole world is talking about and he's on RuggaMatrix for Episode 023 - The Rock.

Leinster flanker Rocky Elsom joins the full panel this week to talk about the Heineken Cup...

RuggaMatrix International 022 - Matt Dunning from 2009-05-01T16:18:36

Here's a bonus show with plenty to chew on. Wallabies and Waratahs prop Matt Dunning joins the RuggaMatrix honour roll this week for a special interview only episode of RuggaMatrix.

Often ...

RuggaMatrix International 021 - Cardiff Calling from 2009-04-30T13:35:29

RuggaMatrix goes into the Cardiff Blues camp this week for a revealing chat with backs coach Bill Millard. It's our first look inside the Welsh system and a thoroughly enjoyable one too.

RuggaMatrix International 020 - Pretty in Pink from 2009-04-22T12:25:50

Impressive ... that's what we think of Mark Gasnier after RuggaMatrix recorded a world exclusive interview with the Stade Francais back and former Australian rugby league super star.

RuggaMatrix International 019 - Flower Power from 2009-04-15T12:03:52

RuggaMatrix takes on a family feel for episode 019. Leinster scrumhalf and former Wallaby Chris Whitaker joins us just hours after the arrival of his third child in Dublin and just a few days after...

RuggaMatrix International 018 - Linky the Handyman from 2009-04-08T11:26:38

Episode 018 brings the panel together in Sydney but still over Skype. Les Kiss and Ewen McKenzie are back in Australia briefly but still made time for RuggaMatrix. On this week's show we pay tribut...

RuggaMatrix International 017 - Dude I Can't Go To That from 2009-04-01T10:37:12

Today's title comes courtesy of our American correspondent Bruce McLane.

The New York Athletic coach puts in a vintage performance on this show as well as giving us the detail on the US Su...

RuggaMatrix International 016 - Ireland's Call from 2009-03-25T10:16:49

Episode 016 is dominated by Ireland's Six Nations triumph over Wales.
Les Kiss, Ireland's defence guru, takes time out from celebrations to give us an incredibly detailed look inside the victor...

RuggaMatrix International 015 - Kiss and Tell from 2009-03-18T21:39:50

RuggaMatrix looks at the exciting conclusion to the Six Nations this weekend by grilling Les Kiss who doubles as our special guest on show 015. Will it be a case of Kiss and tell? You'll have to li...

RuggaMatrix International 014 - Sooner or Later from 2009-03-13T21:29:01

The Australian Sevens team became the first to win the women's World Cup in Dubai last weekend. It was an epic journey for the Australians, many of whom don't come from a rugby background. But with...

RuggaMatrix International 013 - I am Pragmatic Too from 2009-03-11T21:12:31

This is a coaching special. Former Ireland head coach and newly appointed mentor of the United States Eddie O'Sullivan is our special guest star and panel member.

RuggaMatrix International 012 - Smit and Kiss from 2009-03-04T20:53:06

Our special guest star is South African captain John Smit.
Les Kiss gives us an exclusive snapshot inside the Ireland camp following their out-muscling of England at Croke Park. There's a real ...

RuggaMatrix International 011 - Winning Tough from 2009-02-25T20:35:58

Our special guest star is Qantas Wallabies Head Coach, Robbie Deans.

RuggaMatrix International 010 - The Man in the Middle from 2009-02-19T20:25

This is the full interview with Sydney based international referee Stuart Dickinson. Neutral referees have made way for merit based referees in the Super 14. It's all about getting the best referee...

RuggaMatrix International 009 - Eleven and a Half Hours of Sevens from 2009-02-18T19:59:25

Our special guest star is Nathan Sharpe, captain of the Western Force. Sharpe outlines their plan for Friday’s clash with the Cheetahs in Perth.
The change from neutral whistle blowers has not ...

RuggaMatrix International 008 - The Brumbies of Old from 2009-02-11T18:00:55

The crystal ball gets a workout this week as the RuggaMatrix panel makes its bold predictions for this year’s Super 14 competition.

Wallaby captain, Stirling Mortlock, joins us from Dunedi...

RuggaMatrix International 007 - Rocky O'Kelly from 2009-02-04T19:41:29

Ireland Defence Coach and RuggaMatrix commentator Les Kiss gives us the coaching line and Gordon D'Arcy the players' perspective on this crucial International. Ewen McKenzie gives us a firsthand re...

RuggaMatrix International 006 - What Happened to the Sleeping Giant? from 2009-01-28T21:30:16

RuggaMatrix returns to the United States this week to answer many questions about the head coaching role that will be vacated by Australia’s Scott Johnson.

Our man on the spot in New Yor...

RuggaMatrix International 006 - What Happened to the Sleeping Giant? from 2009-01-28T21:30:16

RuggaMatrix returns to the United States this week to answer many questions about the head coaching role that will be vacated by Australia’s Scott Johnson.

Our man on the spot in New Yor...

RuggaMatrix International 005 – We Are Going Platinum from 2009-01-21T15:17:11

Super 14 trials begin this week and RuggaMatrix is on top of all the action. Show 005 is distinctly Kiwi in flavour with two special guests from rugby’s powerhouse nation.

The Heineken C...

RuggaMatrix International 004 – On Frozen Ground from 2009-01-14T15:09:13

While the southern hemisphere Super 14 teams finalise their preparations in energy sapping heat their northern cousins are battling through their respective competitions in bitter cold.

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RuggaMatrix International 003 – Chocolates in New York Buffets in Japan from 2009-01-07T15:06:53

2009 starts with a bang for the RuggaMatrix crew and what a show we have for you first up in the New Year.

Mark Cashman returns from his visit to Perth to give us a full rundown on the c...

RuggaMatrix International 002 – Tis the Season from 2008-12-23T15:01:30

Tis the season to be jolly and that’s what we are all about at RuggaMatrix. The full panel is together for the first time just days before Christmas after locating Les Kiss in Dublin.

To...

RuggaMatrix International 001 – We Are Off! from 2008-12-18T14:43:26

RuggaMatrix Episode 001 is now ready for download from RuggaMatrix.com or iTunes. Djuro Sen and Mark Cashman nail our European correspondent Ewen McKenzie on several issues in Paris.

Ewe...

Welcome to RuggaMatrix International from 2008-12-13T14:38:27

On Wednesday, 17 December the creators of Tah Talk, the world’s most quoted rugby podcast, will launch a new weekly show called RuggaMatrix.
Rugby experts Djuro Sen (former media manager o...