Oct 28, 202632 min
The All Blacks squad for the end-of-year tour has been named, and the selection debate is already heating up. On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the winners and losers...
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Every week, Rugby Direct gives you the lowdown on all you need to know from the rugby world. Whether it's the All Blacks, Black Ferns, NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, or just what's going down at the club grounds, we have you covered on your home for all things rugby. Listen on iHeartRadio for every angle, every moment, and every opinion.
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What is Rugby Direct about?
Every week, Rugby Direct gives you the lowdown on all you need to know from the rugby world. Whether it's the All Blacks, Black Ferns, NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, or just what's going down at the club grounds, we have you covered on your home for all things rugby. Listen on iHeartRadio for every angle, every moment, and every opinion.
Who hosts Rugby Direct?
Rugby Direct is hosted by Newstalk ZB. The show has published 279 episodes to date.
What has Rugby Direct covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Rugby Direct Episode 266: All Blacks selection winners and losers" (28 October 2026, 32 minutes), "Rugby Direct Episode 265: What We Learned From The Bledisloe Series" (18 October 2026, 32 minutes), and "Rugby Direct Episode 264: All Blacks ring the changes" (15 October 2026, 30 minutes).
How often does Rugby Direct publish?
Rugby Direct publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 33 minutes across 279 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Rugby Direct?
Booking probability for Rugby Direct is 45%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Rugby Direct requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Rugby Direct's contact route on record: verified email.
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Newstalk ZB hosts Rugby Direct, a sports podcast with 279 episodes published.
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- Oct 18, 202632 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join us from Sydney after the All Blacks' commanding victory over Australia, highlighted by a devastating first-half blitz at Accor Stadium. With the...
- Oct 15, 202630 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join us from Sydney as attention turns to the second Bledisloe Cup test. The All Blacks side has been named and coach Dave Rennie has made...
- Oct 5, 202635 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier look ahead to the All Blacks' final home test of 2026 as they prepare to welcome a confident Wallabies side fresh off a statement victory over South...
- Sep 30, 202638 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the All Blacks’ 34-man squad for the two-test Bledisloe Cup series. With Ruben Love sidelined by an ankle injury, they assess Richie...
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- Sep 25, 202635 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier revisit the All Blacks' tour of South Africa with the benefit of hindsight. A few weeks on from the series defeat, the boys unpack what really went...
- Sep 17, 202613 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith reflects on the All Blacks’ challenging tour of South Africa and the key factors behind the 3-1 series defeat. Where did it unravel for Dave Rennie side, what...
- Sep 11, 202619 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith dials in from Baltimore as the All Blacks unveil their side for the fourth and final test of The Greatest Rivalry tour. Richie Mo'unga returns to the No. 10 jersey...
- Sep 6, 202632 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join the podcast for one final dispatch from South Africa as the All Blacks' hopes of a series victory come to an end. After slipping to a 2-1 series...
- Sep 4, 202631 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join the podcast from Johannesburg as the All Blacks unveil a bold new look for the third test against South Africa. With veteran hooker Cody...
- Aug 27, 202631 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join the podcast from Cape Town ahead of a massive second test between the All Blacks and Springboks. With New Zealand chasing a...
- Aug 23, 202638 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier dissect the All Blacks' historic 17-point victory over the Springboks at Ellis Park, one of the country's greatest results on South African soil. What...
- Aug 20, 202634 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the team lists ahead of the opening test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry. Who were the biggest selection surprises? Which side holds the...
- Aug 16, 202647 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the All Blacks' emphatic 50-19 victory over the Bulls as preparations ramp up for the opening test against South Africa. The boys reveal...
- Aug 13, 202635 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join us from Johannesburg to break down the shock recall of Richie Mo'unga to the All Blacks squad. Is he the right man to replace Billy Proctor, or...
- Aug 9, 202632 min
The All Blacks are up and running in South Africa, but was their win over the Stormers convincing enough? On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier join us from Durban to break down the tour...
- Aug 5, 202640 min
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier touch down in Cape Town and waste no time diving into the first team naming of the All Blacks' South African tour. What can we read into Dave...
- Jul 27, 202621 min
Rugby Direct is back as Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the All Blacks' 44-man squad named for South Africa and the United States on the inaugural Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour. All Blacks coach Dave Rennie and...
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Rugby Direct Episode 246: Cameron Suafoa on rugby, life and his terminal cancer diagnosis
Jul 22, 202639 minRugby Direct is back with Elliott Smith and Liam Napier, joined in studio by Blues loose forward Cameron Suafoa for an inspiring and candid conversation. Suafoa opens up on one of the toughest periods of his life and...
- Jul 20, 202642 min
Rugby Direct is back as Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the All Blacks’ emphatic 40-21 win over Ireland, extending their remarkable unbeaten streak at Eden Park. The boys review a perfect opening block of the...
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