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Episode 82: URC Final Preview | Leinster CAN be beaten – Here's how the Bulls can do It!


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The stage is set: Croke Park, Dublin, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. The Bulls, brimming with momentum and belief, face off against Irish powerhouse Leinster in the 2025 United Rugby Championship Final. In this episode of the Lekker Rugby Pod, MW and Harry dive headfirst into what could become one of the most memorable URC clashes of the modern era.But how exactly do the Bulls win this? Harry has a plan.With Jake White preparing his side for what might be his final great performance as a coach, and Jacques Nienaber adding fresh physical edge to Leinster’s blueprint, this final is more than just a rugby match — it’s a collision of coaching philosophies, national rugby cultures, and strategic identities.Harry unpacks the contrasting DNA of the two sides: the Bulls’ confidence in their structure and power game, versus a Leinster team that, for all its talent, may still be wrestling with its identity. We explore how the Bulls can disrupt Leinster’s midfield ruck resets, exploit their hesitation in transition, and target the "kill zone" like they did with Andre Esterhuizen.We also dive into Jake White’s mindset heading into this clash. Often combative in the media but laser-focused behind closed doors, Jake has been here before — in World Cup finals, Super Rugby titles, and now, possibly, his last shot at glory in the URC. What will his legacy be if the Bulls win this in Ireland?MW and Harry debate the impact of referee Andrea Piardi, how penalty pressure could shape the match, and why Leinster’s usual cool might get tested under the weight of expectation at home. There's tactical gold throughout — from man-marking Josh van der Flier, to Harry’s cheeky take on how to rattle Sam Prendergast, to how weather, substitutions, and even the psychology of being the underdog all come into play.And of course, Harry closes with his boldest call yet: Bulls by 5. It’s a prediction based on analysis, not just hope.If you're passionate about South African rugby, coaching tactics, or just love hearing two people break the game down beyond the surface, this is the episode for you!

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