Rugby Rivals - Sir John Kirwan & Victor Matfield

The Six Nations is done. And if you watched it, you'll know it was something special.

JK, Victor Matfield and Andrew Trimble are back to break down what was one of the most compelling Six Nations in recent memory, and ask the question that's going to rile a few people in the southern hemisphere: is the Six Nations now the best rugby competition on the planet?

Whether you're a diehard northern hemisphere fan or a Springbok supporter ready to fight back in the comments... this one's for you.

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France and England were supposed to be the heavyweights of this year's Six Nations... so what on earth happened this weekend?

Sir John Kirwan and Victor Matfield react to the shock results, break down what went wrong for two of Europe's biggest rugby nations, and give their take on what it means for the rest of the tournament.

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Dave Rennie is the new All Blacks head coach — and the rugby world is reacting.
On this episode of Rugby Rivals, Sir John Kirwan (All Blacks legend) and Victor Matfield (Springboks legend) give their immediate reaction to the appointment of Dave Rennie as the next All Blacks coach.

What does Rennie bring to the role? How will his coaching style shape the next era of the All Blacks? And what challenges will he face leading one of the most scrutinised teams in world sport?

JK and Victor break down Rennie’s track record, what his appointment means for New Zealand rugby, and how the rest of the rugby world — especially South Africa — will be viewing the decision.

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Ireland go to Twickenham… and suddenly everything changes.
Just weeks after talk of “crisis,” Ireland deliver a world-class performance against England. So, are they back on top of the world? Or was it just one emotional afternoon?

This week on Rugby Rivals:

Ireland’s statement win at Twickenham - turning point or overreaction?

The promotion and relegation debate — should the Six Nations introduce jeopardy?

Henry Pollock: impact weapon or future starter?

Italy’s rise - best scrum in the Six Nations?

All Blacks coaching update... what’s really happening behind the scenes?

And finally… are South Africa still the best team in the world?

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Was this just a loss — or a reality check?

Victor Matfield and Sir John Kirwan dissect a Six Nations weekend that sent shockwaves through the tournament:

Scotland overpower England.
France look unstoppable.
Ireland bounce back.
Super Rugby begins.
JK admits he misses South Africa from Super Rugby.

Are England regressing?
Is France already in a different tier?
And what does this mean heading toward the business end of the tournament?