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That Rugby Union Show

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The home of real rugby fans. No fluff. No nonsense. Just pure rugby passion. Hosted by Xola Ntshinga, That Rugby Union Show delivers hard-hitting analysis, proper rugby banter, and fiery debates every week—covering the latest matches, team news, and biggest talking points in the game. Expect insights from legends, expert guests, and die-hard fans who live for rugby. Subscribe now and be part of the TRU family!

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01:04:11

Rugby’s New Dawn: SANZAAR’s 2026 Plan and Pat Lambie...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/10/17

Rugby is entering a new era. Xola Ntshinga and Sim Xabanisa unpack SANZAAR’s bold 2026–2030 plan — the pause of The Rugby Championship, the rise of the Nations Cup, and the move toward a global season.Pat Lambie joins the show to reflect on the changes, player safety, and the next evolution of the game. From concussion awareness to the All Blacks’ massive 2026 tour, this episode dives deep into rugby’s biggest transformation in decades.🎧 Listen now and follow “That Rugby Union Show” for new

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00:47:24

André Pretorius: The Game Within the Game

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/10/10

In this episode, Xola Ntshinga speaks with former Springbok flyhalf André Pretorius, who now coaches in Japan’s League One. Pretorius reflects on the toughest lesson of his career — the Test he says he “lost for South Africa” — and how that moment shaped his philosophy as a coach.He shares rare insight into Jake White’s influence, the importance of discomfort in elite rugby, and the emotional intelligence required to coach across cultures. From breaking language barriers to building trust in Japan’s

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00:50:39

Squeaky Bum Time: Boks Hunt the Title at...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/10/03

This weekend, it’s squeaky bum time for every Bok fan from Bellville to Bloem. The Rugby Championship title hangs in the balance — and all roads lead to Twickenfontein, where the Springboks face Argentina with everything on the line.Xola and Sim, no fluff — just pure Bok brainpower and banter as they break down the final round.🇿🇦 Boks on the BrinkSouth Africa sit top with 15 points after torching Argentina 67–30 in Durban, but a simple win might not seal it. A bonus-point victory will slam the

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00:55:00

THE AGE OF SASHA FM BEGINS | Bok Carnage in Durban &...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/09/28

The dust has barely settled — and the Springboks have left Durban smoking. In this post-game breakdown, we unpack everything that mattered from a massive weekend of rugby.🇿🇦 Boks in Full Beast ModeSouth Africa smashed Argentina 67–30, turning a tight first half into a second-half bloodbath.Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu made history, scoring 37 points — the most ever by a Bok in a single Test. Tries from Pieter-Steph du Toit (2), Marx, Kolbe, Libbok, van den Berg and Sacha turned Kings Park into a

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01:19:38

NAAS BOTHA: Springboks Rise as All Blacks Fall |...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/09/28

Springbok legend Naas Botha joins That Rugby Union Show to unpack the Boks’ epic win over New Zealand — and what it really means for world rugby. Is this the end of All Blacks dominance… or just a team in transition?In this episode:🇿🇦 Springboks’ new game plan — why it’s working.🇳🇿 All Blacks in crisis? Naas tells it straight.💰 Rugby’s broken system — why the sport must be run like a billion-dollar business.🏆 The global season debate — will it ever happen?🔥 Flyhalf battle: Manie vs Pollard vs

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01:14:15

Record All Blacks Defeat | Boks Rise, Wallabies Fall...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/09/14

This week, the Rugby Championship turned upside down:Boks Smash ABs in WellingtonSouth Africa inflicted New Zealand’s worst ever home defeat, storming to a 43–10 win. Six tries, a second-half demolition, and a historic Springbok statement that left the All Blacks reeling.Pumas Edge WallabiesArgentina shocked Australia 28–26 in Sydney. The Wallabies looked ready to close it out, but Carreras and the Pumas had other ideas, proving once again they’re no one’s supporting act.Women’s World Cup ClasThe

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00:49:50

All Blacks Beat Boks at Eden Park | Wallabies...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/09/07

This week on That Rugby Union Show:Eden Park Fortress — The All Blacks extend their streak to 51 unbeaten at Eden Park with a 24–17 win over the Springboks. Narawa and Jordan struck early, Tupaea sealed it, and Robertson’s men defended like demons. Kolisi’s return wasn’t enough to break the Auckland curse.Wallabies vs Pumas Chaos — Angus Bell crashes over in stoppage time to give Australia a dramatic 28–24 win. Eddie’s gamble to chase tries pays off, but Carreras kept Argentina in it until the very

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00:55:58

Ray Mordt on Eden Park, Flour Bombs & Savea’s 100th |...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/09/05

This week we go deep on every angle of the game:Eden Park drama – Ray Mordt joins us to relive his flour-bomb hat-trick from 1981, as the Springboks head back to Auckland with Siya Kolisi returning, Jesse Kriel leading, and Ardie Savea marking his 100th test. Can the Boks finally crack the Eden Park curse?Wallabies vs Pumas – Harry Wilson and Tom Lynagh return to the Aussie lineup, but Carreras and Argentina smell blood.Women’s Rugby World Cup – Canada’s Beukeboom sets a record, England lean on

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00:45:01

Springboks Collapse: Wallabies Historic Win | THAT...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/08/17

Join us on That Rugby Union Show as we break down one of the most dismal Springbok performances in recent memory.The Wallabies pulled off a historic comeback in Johannesburg, snapping a 62-year hoodoo with a stunning 38–22 victory. The Boks went from cruising at 22–0 to completely falling apart — six unanswered Aussie tries told the story.We’ll unpack:🏉 How the Springboks managed to implode after a dream start🇦🇺 What this win means for the Wallabies going forward🕵️ The worrying cracks in Bok

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00:34:47

Rugby Champs is back!: Match Preview: The SA Vs Aus...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/08/16

The Rugby Championship is here, and the Boks are about to throw down against a Wallaby side packed with muscle, mind games, and 35-year-old flyhalves.In this episode, we go full tilt into Saturday's test in Johannesburg:• Rassie’s early team selection antics – did it work?• Schmidt’s injury chaos and 6–2 bench split bluff• Siya Kolisi picked at No. 8 — why it could work (or blow up)• The Aussie front row is a truck stop – can the Bok scrum hold?• Match-ups to watch: Will Skelton vs Etzebeth, Manie

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01:05:22

Flip van der Merwe: Bok Legacy, French Rugby Power &...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/08/01

This week on That Rugby Union Show, former Springbok lock Flip van der Merwe joins us for a straight-talking, no-frills chat about life in and out of rugby.From a late break into pro rugby and winning Super Rugby with the Bulls to his move to France and now running a rugby club, Flip shares the moments that shaped him.We cover:🇫🇷 French Rugby’s Rise – why France is setting the global standard.🏉 Inside the Bok Camp – stories from the Peter de Villiers and Heyneke Meyer eras.💼 Life After Rugby –

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01:02:16

Akona & Odwa Ndungane on Twin Confusion, Bok Identity...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/07/25

This week, Springbok legends Akona and Odwa Ndungane join the show for a brutally honest and often hilarious conversation about growing up as twin pros in South African rugby.From being mistaken for each other in the Bulls locker room to weighing in on what the Bok jersey should represent today — the Ndungane brothers bring insight, experience, and a few good chirps.We get into:Life in test rugby as identical twinsWhether SA rugby still has a clear identityWhat true leadership looks like in the Bok

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00:57:26

30 Years Since '95: Mark Andrews on World Cup Glory &...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/07/03

1995 World Cup winner Mark Andrews joinsXola Ntshinga to reflect on rugby’s wildest era, the Natal hard men, and why Italy at Loftus won’t be the walkover you’re expecting. Old-school grit meets modern Bok talk.🇿🇦 ANDREWS ON ‘95Madiba, Mehrtens, and mayhem — Mark takes us inside the squad, the mindset, and the madness of South Africa’s first World Cup win.🇮🇹 BOKS vs ITALY PREVIEWTshituka gets his first cap, Grant Williams starts at 9, and Italy’s Six Nations form demands respect. Loftus won’t be

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01:12:42

Kobus Wiese: The Punch, the Cup & the Chaos

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/07/03

Springbok legend Kobus Wiese joins Xola Ntshinga and Sim Xabanisa to talk 1995, Boet Erasmus brawls, and what rugby’s lost in the age of analytics.No fluff. No filter. Just a Bok icon telling it like it is.🇿🇦 WIESE ON ‘95Madiba, Morné, and mayhem — Kobus reflects on the World Cup that changed South Africa, and why that punch was worth it.🧢 BOKS vs BARBARIANSFour uncapped players, one controversial 10, and Rassie rolling the dice. What the squad says about the road to 2027.🦁 LIONS IN OZThey’re

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01:26:39

Rassie Reloaded: Bomb Squad Back & Wink-Gate Erupts

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/06/06

Rassie drops the squad and Ireland loses its mind over a wink.Xola Ntshinga and Sim Xabanisa are joined by former Bok assistant and USA coach Gary Gold to break it all down.🇿🇦 RASSIE’S PICKSThe Bok boss names squads for the Barbarians, Italy, and Georgia — who’s missing, who’s lucky, and what it says about 2025.🌩️ STORMERS STUFFEDDobbo’s men got dismantled. We unpack the Stormers’ collapse: tactics, turnovers, and temperament.👀 WINK-GATEHendrikse winked. Ireland combusted.Rassie clapped back

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01:11:04

YOU CAN’T KILL THE CHEETAHS | URC QFs, Club World Cup...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/05/30

Rugby’s unkillable underdogs are back — and That Rugby Union Show is all over it.🎙️ Xola Ntshinga and Sim Xabanisa are joined by Rory Duncan and Frans Steyn to talk survival, resurrection, and rugby politics — Cheetahs style.🐆 You Can’t Kill the CheetahsFrom near extinction to international ambition, the Cheetahs story isn’t over — it’s just heating up.⚔️ War Stories from BloemDuncan on captaining Currie Cup champions, coaching in Japan, and business school.Frans on debuting at 19, life abroad,

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00:55:02

Maro’s Lions, Schmidt’s Wildcards & SA’s URC Fate

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/05/30

Rugby’s never off — and neither are we. This week, Xola and Sim break down the headlines that matter:🦁 Lions Squad Revealed: Maro Itoje takes the captaincy — bold move or just hype?🦘 Wallaby Wildcards: Joe Schmidt’s calling James O’Connor. Inspired or insane?🇿🇦 URC Crunch Time: Just two rounds left — who makes the QFs, and who’s hanging by a thread?Plus: Lions snubs, SA’s playoff chances, and why the Wallabies are entering chaos mode.It’s smart talk, real takes, and no fluff. Just rugby,

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01:19:14

STORMERS, SHARKS, BULLS ON THE BRINK | Willemse...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/05/30

Rugby’s chaos engine keeps purring — and we’re back to fuel the fire.🎙️ Xola Ntshinga and Sim Xabanisa are joined by Scarra Ntubeni for big calls, brutal honesty, and URC playoff smoke.🌩️ Stormers: Make or Break🏆 European Finals: Why They Still Matter🚨 Damian Willemse Banned — Fair or Farce?💸 Bok Ticket Bloodbath🔁 URC Quarterfinals: Who’s Hot, Who’s Hopeless💬 Drop us your thoughts — We're watching 👀📺 Watch the show: youtube.com/ThatRugbyUnion📸 Insta: @thatrugbyunion🐦 X:

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01:29:52

FEAR FRANCE? | GURTHRO STEENKAMP ON SCRUMS, STALLIONS...

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/05/02

Rugby’s never off — and neither are we.This week on That Rugby Union Show, we pack more heat than a 7–1 bench split.🎙️ Gurthro Steenkamp joins Xola — Bok centurion, SA Player of the Year, now La Rochelle scrum guru — to break down the French rugby machine from the inside. Should the Boks be worried?🧠 Simnikiwe Xabanisa returns with flyhalf-level insight and a few spicy takes.Inside the Episode:🇫🇷 Fear France? • Dominant scrums: Gurthro spills La Rochelle's secrets💔 Champions Cup heartbreak:

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00:56:42

🔥 BULLS CHARGE| ROBBIE FLECK ON IKEYS’ CUP GLORY

That Rugby Union Show ·

2025/04/25

Rugby never stops — and neither do we. This week, on That Rugby Union Show, we’re diving into it like a loose forward at a buffet.🎙️ Xola sits down with Robbie Fleck to unpack UCT Ikeys’ epic Varsity Cup win. How did they pull it off? What’s it mean for SA rugby? We’ve got the man himself — and he’s bringing all the insights.Then, we hit the big leagues…🐂 BULLS: CHARGE OR CHOKE?• Historic win at Thomond Park: Bulls break Munster’s home record. First SA team to do it there. Massive.• Playoff

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