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Sam Cane is the latest to suggest opening up the All Blacks’ eligibility to New Zealanders playing for overseas clubs.

The current All Blacks captain has asked NZ Rugby to consider allowing players overseas to be eligible for national selection.

Former Springbok and rugby commentator Kevin Putt approves of this idea, claiming it's been successful for South Africa.

"What we've got to look at is- why are we 7th in the world in the under-20s? We've got France and Ireland one and two, we've got years of pain ahead of us at the moment."

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It’s finally time for a rematch. 

Back in 1995 the All Blacks faced South Africa in the Rugby World Cup Final and will be doing the same this Sunday morning. 

Hennie Le Roux was a member of the Springboks when they took the cup in ‘95 and told Kate Hawkesby that they’re preparing themselves for an enormous battle this time. 

He said that New Zealand has shown that they’re a power to reckon with and are probably consistently the best team in the world over a long period of time. 

Le Roux said that if the Springboks are going to lose, they’d rather lose to New Zealand than anyone else. 

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New Zealand, Argentina, South Africa and England have booked their spots in the 2023 Rugby World Cup semi-finals.

Both matches will take place at the Stade de France stadium in Saint-Denis, and the winners of both matches will face off in next week's final.

Former Springbok Kevin Putt is predicting an All Blacks-South Africa final come next Sunday.

"Physicality wise, the French are known for probably playing a with bit more flair and creativity and putting the ball away- you know when South Africa plays New Zealand, it'll be a bone-fight out there.

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Do the All Blacks have enough time to get their act together ahead of the Rugby World Cup?

New Zealand have been given a wake-up call a fortnight out from the major tournament, suffering a record test defeat by the Springboks at Twickenham.

Sportstalk host Jason Pine says this is a 'brutal' reality check ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

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The Springboks have made 10 changes for Saturday's test against the All Blacks at Auckland's Mt Smart stadium.

Fit-again lock Eben Etzebeth is captain as the Springboks tap into the resources of the advance party sent over.

Fullback Willie le Roux, centre Lukhanyo Am, props Steven Kitshoff and Frans Malherbe and hooker Bongi Mbonambi retain their places.

ZB sport news director Clay Wilson explains further.

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Some Springboks will get a head start on the All Blacks for next week's Rugby Championship test at Mount Smart.

A dozen players are skipping the Wallabies fixture this week to jet to New Zealand early.

The All Blacks decided against the tactic, and have all players in Mendoza ahead of Sunday morning's test against Argentina.

Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further.

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In this week's show we reminisce about the Bears 26-18 victory over South Africa A in front of a record-breaking attendance at Ashton Gate.

The boys discuss the game and the off-pitch events this made this game one that will live long in the memory. But find out why Lee had to raise a Gets My Goat from Thursday night.

We also discuss Bristols 38-31 loss away to Gloucester in the Premiership Cup and the Women's convincing opening league victory against Wasps.

We look ahead to the next league game against Sale, mourn the loss of Brizzley Bear and comment on his successor and round up this weekend's international action.

There's an invitation to Bears' CEO Tom Tainton and Bristol's favourite sports broadcaster to come on the show. All this and more with Lee, Miles, Pete, Tony and the return of the Christmas Tree.

In this week's show we discuss Bristol Bears 31-12 friendly win against Cardiff at Ashton Gate.  Hear our thoughts on the game, performances and the match day announcer!

We then look ahead to Thursday's big Game against a South Africa XV at a sold out Ashton Gate. Find out who we think will play against the Boks and why it is so important the off-pitch experience is good for first time visitors to the Gate. We also think about the Team Pat will send to Gloucester in the Premiership Cup a mere two days after the South Africa game.

We also talk about the Bristol contingent in the Red Roses heartbreaking Word Cup Final loss to New Zealand and take a look at Sinckler and Genge's performances for England against Japan.

All this and more with Tony, Miles and Pete.

The Wallabies squad has been announced, so ahead of Bledisloe I Nick Hartman sits down with Josh Murphy to talk about the squad, our chances against NZ, some of the bolder calls, touching on the Sevens wins, and more. 

Topics:

• Wallabies Squad
• Preview
• Sevens results

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The Wallabies squad has been announced, so ahead of Bledisloe I Nick Hartman sits down with Josh Murphy to talk about the squad, our chances against NZ, some of the bolder calls, touching on the Sevens wins, and more. 

Topics:

• Wallabies Squad
• Preview
• Sevens results

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The Dropped Kick-Off is back to review the Wallabies loss to the Boks in Sydney and chat the upcoming Bledisloe Cup. This week, Nick and Natho are joined by Super Rugby and Women's Rugby World Cup referee Graham Cooper to discuss what's going on in the world of rugby officiating, how refs are approaching the game, and more!

The Hot Topics

• Wallabies-Springboks recap
• Referee/Laws discussion with Graham Cooper
• Bledisloe preview and squad announcement
• Wallaroos World Cup Preview
• Sevens World Cup Preview

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The Dropped Kick-Off is back to review the Wallabies loss to the Boks in Sydney and chat the upcoming Bledisloe Cup. This week, Nick and Natho are joined by Super Rugby and Women's Rugby World Cup referee Graham Cooper to discuss what's going on in the world of rugby officiating, how refs are approaching the game, and more!

The Hot Topics

• Wallabies-Springboks recap
• Referee/Laws discussion with Graham Cooper
• Bledisloe preview and squad announcement
• Wallaroos World Cup Preview
• Sevens World Cup Preview

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The Dropped Kick-Off returns, and this time we a debut!

Nick H, Natho and Josh Murphy, coach of the Bathurst Bulldogs Women's team jump on to talk the Wallabies win over the Springboks, the improved performance of the Wallaroos, our Sevens success, the Puma miracle in Christchurch, and more.

WARNING: occasional coarse language. Rugby chat is ok though. 

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The Dropped Kick-Off returns, and this time we a debut!

Nick H, Natho and Josh Murphy, coach of the Bathurst Bulldogs Women's team jump on to talk the Wallabies win over the Springboks, the improved performance of the Wallaroos, our Sevens success, the Puma miracle in Christchurch, and more.

WARNING: occasional coarse language. Rugby chat is ok though. 

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The Dropped Kick-Off returns to talk the latest news from the Wallabies, Wallaroos, Sevens and more.  With the Boks looming this weekend, Nick, Nick and Natho talk squads, memes, marketing and the cattle.

The Hot Topics

1. What happened in Argentina?
2. What are our thoughts on the Boks fixture?
3. What's going on with the Wallaroos?
4. Aussie Sevens: what are we most excited for?
5. Predictions for the weekend.

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