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Rugby Unity

Hosted by Eddie Jones, Ewen McKenzie, and David Pembroke, Rugby Unity is the global rugby podcast that tackles the game’s biggest issues — on and off the field. This is where strong opinions meet smart analysis.Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie bring decades of international coaching experience at the very top level, while David Pembroke draws on 35 years as a rugby journalist and strategist. Together, they cut through the noise with insights you won’t hear anywhere else.Rugby Unity is more than a

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1:08:03

Ada Milby: World Rugby Council’s first woman member

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2026/01/09

Join David Pembroke as he explores how rugby is transforming in the Philippines and across Asia through the inspiring story of Ada Milby. From figure skating and high school football to leading Philippine rugby and breaking barriers on the World Rugby Council, Ada shares her journey of resilience, innovation, and passion. Discover how the sport is overcoming challenges post-COVID, empowering communities, and redefining what's possible for women's rugby and emerging unions. This episode reveals how

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51:14

Rahul Bose on India's Rugby Premier League's Success...

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2025/12/31

Join David Pembrokefor the second part of thisinstalmentwith Rahul Bose, the president of Rugby India. Discover how the Rugby Premier League was built from an audacious seven-year vision into a thrilling reality — featuring intense matches, star power, innovative formats, and inspiring stories of Indian talent. Find out how this league is transforming Indian rugby, captivating fans, attracting sponsors, and setting the stage for a future where India aims for Brisbane 2032 and beyond.The story behind

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53:41

Rahul Bose’s vision for Indian rugby’s future 🇮🇳 –...

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2025/12/28

India’s rugby scene is evolving at a remarkable pace: from 322 districts playing the sport, up to 120,000 players, and a growing women’s sevens team ranked sixth in Asia, to the ambitious launch of the Rugby Premier League aiming for Olympic qualification. Can Rahul Bose steer this transformation—building grassroots pathways from rural fields to Olympic pools?Join David Pembroke as he sits down with Rahul Bose, President of Rugby India, to unpack the nation's bold plansin this two-part episode: how

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44:27

Giants v Underdogs: RWC 2027, Rassie, Etzebeth & more!

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2025/12/08

In this episode of Rugby Unity, host David Pembroke is joined by rugby legends Ewen McKenzie and Eddie Jones to unravel the chaos surrounding the 2027 Rugby World Cup draw. With controversy swirling over quarterfinal matchups, player safety, and team seedings, they break down the real story behind the brackets, travel logistics, and the rising dark horses like Zimbabwe and Argentina. Plus, catch insights on Rassie Erasmus’s long-term South African tenure, Eben Etzebeth’s suspension, and the evolving

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1:02:04

RWC 2027 Draw Reaction!

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2025/12/04

The 2027 Rugby World Cup draw has sent ripples through the rugby community, with top-tier teams and emerging nations locked in a fierce contest for knockout glory. From Pool A's blockbuster Australia vs. New Zealand opener to the drama of potential upsets in Pools B and C, this episode unpacks the tactical battles, referee influences, and the strategic play for third-place thrillers. David Pembroke, Ewen McKenzie, and special guest Eddie Jones analyze every angle of this epic tournament—who'll

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1:16:31

RWC 2027 Draw Preview + R360 Trouble!

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2025/12/01

The Rugby World Cup is changing — and the stakes have never been higher.This week, David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie to unpack a huge weekend in world rugby: South Africa’s demolition of Wales, the Etzebeth eye-gouge incident, and the breaking news that R360 has been pushed back to 2028.Eddie and Ewen give a candid, insider view on Wales’ deep structural problems, how South Africa keep winning with ruthless simplicity, and why the new 24-team World Cup with a Round of 16 will

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1:01:23

Oops it happened again – Cards killed the contest

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2025/11/26

The red/yellow card crisis and the terminal TMO delays intervened with another huge weekend of international rugby —this episode goes deep into the consequences. David Pembroke is joined by Ewen McKenzie and Eddie Jones to unpack Ireland v South Africa, the match that sparked global outrage and renewed calls for World Rugby to overhaul officiating and TMO protocols.Eddie details Japan’s gritty 25–23 win over Georgia in Tbilisi, shedding light on set-piece growth, discipline under pressure, and what

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1:03:14

Stop the Cards – I want to get off !!!!!

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2025/11/17

Game altering red and yellow cards continued to be flashed across the Rugby fields of Europe at the weekend with evidence piling up that these officiating decisions are playing a major role in determining results.Across the weekend, yellow and red cards swung key matches, from Japan v Wales to Scotland v Argentina. David Pembroke and Ewen McKenzie lay out why the current approach isn’t working, what’s changed in modern contact situations, and how World Rugby could fix the problem without

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53:21

South Africa v France Red Card chaos!

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2025/11/10

Eddie Jones says South Africa’s 32–17 win over France, achieved with 14 men in the second half was a masterclass in adaptability. Eddie breaks down the Springboks’ bench strength, tactical flexibility, and the controversial red card that changed everything.After a hard-fought 41–10 loss to Ireland, Japan’s improvement under Eddie Jones is clear — but the coach says there’s still plenty to fix before facing Wales. Eddie joins David Pembroke to discuss the lessons from a brutal three-week schedule

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49:15

Australia v Japan – Wallabies gamble in Tokyo!

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2025/10/24

From downtown Tokyo, David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie for a revealing look ahead to Japan v Australia — a test match full of pressure, pride, and opportunity.With Joe Schmidt naming a drastically changed Wallabies side, the trio unpack what this means for cohesion, confidence, and strategy. Eddie reflects on Japan’s strong week of preparation, how his young side is learning consistency, and what it takes to go toe-to-toe with a major rugby nation. Meanwhile, Ewen explains

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20:34

Japan v Australia – inside rugby’s next big rivalry

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2025/10/23

Japan is fast becoming one of rugby’s most exciting frontiers — but is it ready to stand among the world’s elite?In this episode, David Pembroke sits down with Glenn Delaney, Head Coach of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Sagamihara DynaBoars, to discuss Japan’s rapid rise, its unique rugby culture, and what the nation brings to the global game. From the passion of local fans to the challenge of developing homegrown talent, Delaney shares an insider’s view of how Japan can secure its place as a true Tier

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44:31

Inside Japan’s defeat – what Eddie learned from...

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2025/10/22

Australia A’s 71–7 win over Japan A was more than a scoreline — it was a snapshot of where Japanese rugby stands right now.In this episode, David Pembroke and Ewen McKenzie dissect the match from Tokyo, joined by Eddie Jones, who explains what his players learned, how Japan must evolve, and why he’s focused on long-term growth over short-term wins. They also look ahead to this Saturday’s Japan v Australia test, asking what needs to change for the Brave Blossoms to compete.From tactical breakdowns to

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16:05

Japan’s rugby rise – Will Genia on coaching, culture...

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2025/10/21

Welcome to Rugby Unity in Japan — a special international series exploring rugby’s global future.Host David Pembroke is joined by Will Genia, former Wallaby and now coach in Japan, to discuss how Japanese rugby has evolved into one of the sport’s most exciting frontiers.From the country’s grassroots tournaments to Eddie Jones’ revitalised national team, Genia shares rare insights into Japan’s unique rugby culture, its world-class talent, and its growing influence on the global game.Also in this

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1:00:38

Rising threats and rivalries - Wallabies v Japan,...

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2025/10/17

Rugby Unity hits the road this with David Pembroke heading to Land of the Rising Sun to understand how Japan can “help secure the future prosperity of Rugby Union around the world. Pemby joins Eddie Jones from a crammed space just outside the Men’s toilet at the Tokyo Club a week out from the anticipated Wallabies v Japan test — they are joined later by Ewen McKenzie to unpack selections, form, and the shifting world order in rugby.Pemby and Eddie mix it up again about R360 while they agree that the

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1:10:39

Japan V Wallabies – Eddie’s next big test

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2025/10/13

Eddie Jones is once again in the spotlight — coaching against Australia for the first time since the 2023 Rugby World Cup where just about everything went wrong for him. Host David Pembroke and co-host Ewen McKenzie discuss Eddie’s approach to coaching and how he will be planning to bring about an upset victory over the Wallabies.With international rugby taking a break ahead of the Autumn internationals, this episode discusses coaching philosophies and player welfare, the challenges of different

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1:22:19

Wallabies v All Blacks + Springboks v Argentina + is...

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2025/10/03

The compelling 2025 Rugby Championship reaches its conclusion this weekend.In this week’s episode of Rugby Unity, host David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie to unpack the headline battles, refereeing controversies, and what it all means for the future of the game.Eddie weighs in on Sasha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s rise, presents a new idea for World Rugby to take control of the referees in a centralised model and whether Australia’s “one-pass rugby” can evolve into a consistent

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40:11

Red Roses crowned World Cup champions – This energy...

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2025/09/30

England are deserved 2025 Women’s Rugby World Champions.The Red Roses claimed the title with a commanding 33–13 win over Canada in front of a world record 81,885 fans at Twickenham. But it was more than a victory —England set a new standard for the Women’s game.In this episode of Rugby Unity, host David Pembroke and co-host Bella McKenzie unpack the final, reflect on the stars of the tournament and discuss “where to from here”?. From Hannah Botterman’s dominance in tight to Zoe Harrison’s ruthlessly

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1:11:29

All Blacks edge Wallabies, Springboks & Red Roses shine

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2025/09/29

Another massive weekend of rugby. Host David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie to unpack the Wallabies’ fight at Eden Park, the Springboks’ demolition of Argentina, and England’s Red Roses securing the Women’s Rugby World Cup in front of 81,000 fans.From referee controversies to record-breaking performances, the trio explore the matches, the players, and the off-field governance challenges that will shape rugby’s future.Also in this episode:All Blacks v Wallabies — Eden Park

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1:13:04

Wallabies v All Blacks clash + World Cup final drama

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2025/09/26

The Rugby Championship is back — and the stakes couldn’t be higher.In this episode of Rugby Unity, David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie to unpack the Wallabies’ clash with the All Blacks at Eden Park. Both teams are unsettled, the weather’s turning ugly, and history looms large — will Australia finally break their 23-year drought at the home of New Zealand rugby?But that’s not all. The panel turns its focus to South Africa v Argentina in Durban, a clash set to light up the Rugby

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48:57

Canada v England – Women’s Rugby World Cup Final!

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2025/09/24

England v Canada – the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final is here.England have won 62 of their last 63 Tests and arrive at Twickenham as overwhelming favourites. But Canada’s fearless run, capped by a stunning semifinal demolition of New Zealand has made them a team to watch and a team to fear.In this episode, David Pembroke and Wallaroo Bella McKenzie take your inside the World Cup Final. From tactical battles to pressure moments, they reveal how this final will come down to discipline, set-piece

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