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Rugby Rivals - Sir John Kirwan & Victor Matfield

Rugby Rivals - Sir John Kirwan & Victor Matfield

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All Black Legend Sir John Kirwan and Springbok Legend Victor Matfield go head to head on all things rugby just as you'd expect an All Black Winger and a South African Forward to do battle. Bringing in their friends and rivals from all over the Rugby world for a truly Global perspective. Refereeing in the middle is NZ media legend Ric Salizzo . And as all of them are well in the second half of their lives, Sir JK has some well meaning wellness advice to help them extend their lives and therefore the life of this podcast2026 Sportscafe Media Rugby
Episodes
  • JK and Victor Clash Over Tony Brown’s All Blacks Return

    JK and Victor Clash Over Tony Brown’s All Blacks Return
    Jun 8 2026
    Tony Brown is BACK with the All Blacks… but should New Zealand rugby be looking wider than just coaches? In this week’s Rugby Rivals, JK and Victor Matfield go head-to-head over Tony Brown’s return and ask a provocative question: if rugby is happy to bring in overseas coaches, why not overseas players? The boys also break down a huge weekend of rugby as the Bulls charge into the final, while JK’s Blues somehow sneak their way into the Super Rugby semi-finals. Then there’s the Nations Cup… once JK and Victor finally work out what it actually is. Plus: Will Rassie Erasmus use the upcoming Rugby Championship and Rivals tour to experiment? What does it really mean for an All Black to tour South Africa? And has New Zealand Rugby missed a massive opportunity by letting one of its brightest talents shine offshore? Big opinions. Strong disagreement. Plenty of laughs.
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    35 mins
  • John Kirwan & Victor Matfield Reveal The Greatest Game They Ever Played

    John Kirwan & Victor Matfield Reveal The Greatest Game They Ever Played
    Jun 8 2026
    What happens when two rugby legends reveal the one game they’ll never forget? In this special bonus episode of Rugby Rivals, Sir John Kirwan and Victor Matfield look back on the greatest game they ever played — and the choices may surprise you. From epic All Blacks vs Springboks battles to unforgettable clashes involving Auckland and the Bulls, JK and Victor relive the pressure, the moments that changed everything, and the memories that still stay with them today. But this goes deeper than the final score. You’ll hear untold stories from inside the dressing room, what really happened after the final whistle, and how those defining moments shaped their lives long after rugby. If you love rugby history, rivalry, and the stories fans never normally hear — this one is special.
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    16 mins
  • Sacha OUT for the Boks?! URC Semis + Super Rugby Playoffs | Remembering Jonah

    Sacha OUT for the Boks?! URC Semis + Super Rugby Playoffs | Remembering Jonah
    Jun 1 2026
    JK and Victor are back to break down a massive week in world rugby. Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu limps off scoring a try against Cardiff — and the prognosis isn't good. Is the Boks' brightest young playmaker about to miss a chunk of the season just weeks out from the England Test? Rassie's injury list is getting ugly. Plus: the URC semis are locked in, the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs are heating up across both sides of the Tasman, and the boys dig into the legacy of Jonah Lomu — including a special interview you won't want to miss.
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    35 mins
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