John reads through two articles, the first is an update on the NZ Provincial NPC, the second is a coach’s journey from Super Rugby to the MLR. 

Also, a quick preview of The Rugby Championship Rd.3: New Zealand v Argentina, Australia v South Africa from the Gold Coast.

NZ Provincial NPC:

https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/provincial/300404721/rugby-powerhouses-waikato-and-canterbury-to-clash-in-rejigged-npc-draw-minus-auckland-teams

MLR Article:

https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/300402482/from-the-penthouse-to-the-shouse-former-crusaders-fitness-coach-on-us-rugby