The Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry is back. In this episode, we are joined by two World Cup legends in All Black flyhalf Andrew Mehrtens, and Springbok World Cup winner Schalk Brits to look at their stellar careers and how they see their respective countries faring at this World Cup. We’re also joined by Scotland’s Johnnie Beattie to preview a do-or-die clash against Ireland, and Adam Coleman joins us from Tonga camp to give us the lowdown on their campaign, and who was their toughest opponent between the Boks, Ireland and South Africa.Andrew Mehrtens is on cracking form as he gives some insight into some of the niggle in the current All Blacks camp and how this is spurring them on, his thoughts on Foster, as well as reflecting on his selfless drop goal miss in 95, and playing alongside the all-time great of Jonah Lomu.We also hear about the impact South Africa leaving Super Rugby has had on the All Blacks, Schalk gives us some examples of Rassie’s meticulous planning, why he thinks Ireland will still flop at this World Cup and what he thinks of the 7/1 split and Libbok v Pollard debate.Lots more including some great Kanpai XV stories and the guys give their final predictions on who will list the Rugby World Cup in a few weeks’ time.This is your definitive review & preview of all of the World Cup action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. In this episode host Gethin Jones, is joined by a star-studded lineup including a 3 x Grand Slam Champion & Welsh legend Adam Jones, Current French International Paul Willemse & British & Irish Lion Ugo Monye. There's loads for the lads to breakdown this week; from Ireland's epic victory against the Springboks in Paris to Australia's shock group stage exit after their thumping at the hands of the Welsh, and of course, whether France can win the World Cup without their leader and talisman. We also debate what South Africa has to improve on to have any chance of defending their crown, what's England's best backline and find out which teams are feared the most in the playoffs. We also get the inside scoop on; the maverick methods of Shaun Edwards and Fabien Galthie, what a Du Pont team talk is like, and find out how Paul WIllemse still supports the Boks and would proudly sing their National Anthem even when playing against them for France! This is your definitive review & preview of all of the World Cup action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. In this episode host Gethin Jones, is joined by a star-studded lineup including All Blacks legend and World Cup winner Sean Fitzpatrick, Ex England star Danny Cipriani and British & Irish Lions back-rower Stephen Ferris. The lads break down all the big talking points from the second round of World Cup action and preview a huge upcoming weekend of matches, including a possible World Cup final clash between South Africa and Ireland. There are debates around England's laboured attack, disagreements on the All Blacks' title chances, admiration for South Africa and an obsession with this Fiji side. Plus, we're treated to incredible stories from the guests including; Shaun Edwards' motivational techniques, whether the All Blacks were 'poisoned' at the 1995 World Cup, what Eddie Jones was like to play rugby against, why Ireland buckled to pressure at the 2011 World Cup, how Jonah Lomu became rugby's greatest superstar.This is your definitive review & preview of all of the weekend's action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. In this episode host Gethin Jones, is joined by a star-studded lineup made up of Scotland's top try scorer Stuart Hogg, Pumas Legend Juan Leguizamon and British & Irish Lion Ugo Monye. The lads discuss all of the big talking points from the opening couple of days action in France; from England's heroic 14 man victory against the Pumas to the French dominating the All Blacks in Paris and of course Ugo Monye's viral outfit. We also discuss how Scotland can try and upset the odds against South Africa and whether Fiji will reign supreme against the Welsh. On top of all the rugby analysis and debate we find out; how Ugo was cast in a Hollywood movie with Idris Elba, why the Scotland team are ghosting Stuart Hogg, the real reason he decided to call it a day, the worst teammates to share a hotel room with, the lads Kanpai XV selections and also their ultimate World Cup 'Back 3s'.This is your definitive review of all of the opening weekend's action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. In this episode host Gethin Jones, is joined by a star-studded lineup made up of Ex-France Captain & Head Coach Philippe Saint-Andre, All Blacks legend Joe Rokocoko & Ex-Lions winger Ugo Monye.With the most anticipated World Cup in the history of the sport merely days away, the lads get stuck into the biggest talking points ahead of the opening weekend and don't hold back with their opinions. From Philippe's advice to Scotland to play a 2nd XV against SA as 'damage control' to Joe's memories of how their Haka and game plan fell apart when they were confronted by Les Bleus in 2007 to Ugo's rallying call to England to stop being so conservative and start attacking - it's all in there! Can Ireland make it past the quarters? Will Fiji top their group? Have SA peaked too soon? Do Australia make it into the knock-outs? Who will go onto lift the Webb Ellis Cup?This is your definitive preview of all of the opening weekend's action, so sit back, relax and enjoy the Official Rugby World Cup Podcast, presented by Asahi Super Dry. #BeyondExpected Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.