Aotearoa Rugby Pod

Is Canes loose Devan Flanders set to be an All Black?

The Hurricanes loose forward is in red-hot form in Super Rugby, putting himself firmly in the frame for national selection. But with fierce competition in the loose forwards, does he force his way into the squad — or is he still on the outside looking in?

In this episode, Aotearoa Rugby Pod breaks down:

• Flanders’ current form and impact for the Hurricanes
• How he compares to established All Blacks loose forwards
• Where he fits in the national setup

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The Aotearoa Rugby Pod crew break down why France won the Six Nations, analysing the tactics, players and key moments that made them the best team in Europe.

We look at England's performance and why it was a move forward, Ireland's classy win over Scotland and how the Welsh pulled a rabbit out of the hat.

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After an incredible Six Nations tournament, we ask whether France, Ireland and the best of the North can knock over the Boks or All Blacks in the inaugural Nations Championship.

We deep dive into Super Rugby's latest crazy results, ask if Devan Flanders should be the All Blacks number eight and discuss if World Rugby should introduce the 3+ try bonus point.

As requested by a viewer .. here's a link to our Springboks scrum analysis from last year... https://youtu.be/n3C_55JcqzI?si=VpFvnod297spsOQY

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We catch up with Hurricanes and All Blacks open side Du'Plessis Kirifi to talk the ruthless Hurricanes attack, Asafo Aumua's 300kg squats and Dave Rennie's selection criteria.

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The ARP crew break down whether Scotland can beat Ireland and win the Six Nations, plus what on earth is happening with England?

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The Aotearoa Rugby Pod team dig deep into New All Blacks coach Dave Rennie's methods with former Chiefs and All Blacks prop Ben Afeaki, while also getting reaction from current All Black Du'Plessis Kirifi.

From team hitch-hikes to the incredible detail Rennie brings to tactics and selection, we give you the inside word.

We also break down the crazy weekend, with unpredictable Super Rugby and Six Nations results!

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Dave Rennie's now has the most pressured job in rugby.

Here's the Rennie supercut from the ARP deep dive into his preferred approach to coaching, including former Wallaby Justin Harrison on Rennie's legacy as coach of Australia.

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The ARP crew quiz one of NZ Sport's great innovators, new Blues CEO Karl Budge, about taking the lessons he learnt in tennis and applying them to rugby.

Budge brought superstars like Venus Williams, Caroline Wozniacki and Maria Sharapova to Auckland's small tennis event, and the fans clocked, so what can he do with rugby at Eden Park?

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The ARP crew deep dive into All Blacks coaching candidates Dave Rennie and Jamie Joseph as a decision draws nearer. What styles do they coach and which suits the All Blacks best?

We're joined by former Wallabies lock Justin Harrison to talk about Dave Rennie's legacy in Australia, as well as the Aussie teams topping Super Rugby.

Plus, we look at round four of the Six Nations. Can Scotland upset France and throw the tournament wide open?

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After playing his 100th test for England, the ARP crew debates whether Maro Itoje is an all-time great.

Is he on the modern Mt Rushmore?

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