Rugby Punt-it
104 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingYou won’t find anything about soccer on here… From couch coaches to Punt-its and everything in between. Whether you’re looking to have one up on your mates in Superbru, keen to drown out the hooting Taxi’s as you struggle your way down William Nicol or just looking to drop some wisdom at the next braai, join Ronnie and I every Wednesday for a chat.
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Episodes
Russell Some Feathers
February 15, 2023 04:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBFinn Russell sees Scotland to their best 6 Nations start ever, as Ireland manage to subdue Les Bleus. We are also joined by former Wallaby & Current Sharks center, Ben Tapuai, to chat about his time in Super Rugby, The Prem and now URC. You might also be surprised to find out which team mate has the best braai skills. Catch us every Wednesday.
A Chat with Matt
February 08, 2023 04:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBWe sat down for an epic chat with Matt Proudfoot. The former Springbok and England forwards coach talks about his time with the two rugby powerhouses, coaching with Eddie and Rassie and departing England. We also take a look ahead to the World Cup and his new role with Maties in the Varsity Cup. We haven't forgotten about the Stormers stealing the show in Durban and a titanic first round in the 6 Nations.
Off The Dance Floor & Onto The Balcony
February 01, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBRonnie is in the pits as we look at Laporte's departure and the RFU's PR nightmare. The Sharks lead the SA charge in the URC as the Stormers suffered heavy casualties. The 6 Nations is also upon us and we think there are a few interesting matchup's to come. Will there be a Grand Slam in 2023? Catch us every Wednesday.
What the RFU doing?
January 26, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBA ridiculous tackle law change, meets an Owen Farrell slight of hand by the governing body. Turns out firing Eddie wouldn't be their most bizarre decision this year. Elsewhere, all 5 SA sides made it to the play-off's, Eben stole more than the show and we chat about our first listener chosen topic. Plus, can you guess which All Black Ronnie reckons he could tackle?
Card Crazy
January 18, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBIn the words of Kenny Rogers, you've got to know when to show them. 5 Red cards in the Champions Cup over the weekend couldn't cast a shadow over the URC sides winning 13/16 clashes. Raynal may be too old but the Saffa sides are just getting started with one already qualifying for the playoff's. We also take a look at Eddie joining the Wallabies and the Springbok players upcoming rest period. Catch us every Wednesday.
The Vaalie's Are Here!!
January 11, 2023 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBHowzit my Bru, Festive season rugby was a massive hit in Durban & Cape Town with over 50 000 in attendance, We then turn our attention to some major clashes in both the Heineken and Champions Cup. We are also joined on the Pod by Sharks flyhalf Boeta Chamberlain along with his doggo Joey for a lekka chat.
The Punt-it Rugby Awards
December 21, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBRonnie & I are joined on the pod by Deon, the No BS Sports Guy to chat about the ups & downs of the 2022 season. From Irelands series victory in New Zealand to Georgia getting one over Wales, and the Boks hammering England. We bring you the top players from SA & the world as voted for by you. This one is not to be missed.
Pocket Aces
December 14, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBThe Heineken Cup arrived in style as the SA sides got stuck in to a truly incredible competition. An off showing from the Stormers couldn't cloud up the rest of the weekends results, except for Ronnie's poker game. The World Schools Festival is also underway and Grey Kollege is off to a great start. Catch us every Wednesday.
Just Another Manic Monday
December 07, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBThis week started off with a bang as Wales showed Pivac the door, Gats is back and Eddie isn't okay. Sbu Nkosi was located, the URC was electric and the SA sides ready themselves for their assault on Europe. If you need to know how the Heineken Cup works, this episode is for you. Catch us every Wednesday.
Finnish en K.L.A
November 30, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 20.8 MBFrans Malherbe showed us how to Mako a taco this weekend as the Boks mauled England, whilst the Wallabies just refused to tie their kangaroo down. Its a wrap for the international season as Ronnie & I pick our top Boks for 2022, and we turn our attention to the back to the URC.
Both Sides & No Sides At All
November 23, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 21.8 MBA woeful Wales & a moeg Marcus Smith made for an interesting weekend as the Boks buried Italy and the Wallabies came close in Ireland. The World Rugby Awards dished up just as much intrigue, with the World XV raising a few eyebrows. We look ahead to the clash with England and the Maro v Eben showdown. Catch us every Wednesday.
Rassie's Rantic's & the New World Order
November 16, 2022 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.6 MBAnother wild weekend in the Autumn Nations Series dished up defeats for the Springboks, Los Pumas & Wallabies, with Scotland showing their bravery. Rassie's documentary wasn't the only thing that dropped on Sunday, as he had everyone atwitter, Ronnie & I delve into his latest gambit. Catch us every Wednesday.
More Manie, Les Bleus.
November 09, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 29.2 MBThe Springboks are kicking on in the Autumn Nations Series as Manie Libbok finally gets his shot. There was plenty of action over the past weekend, but it was not always what we expected, as Los Pumas toppled England and the French secured a narrow win over the Wallabies. All to play for as the SA 'A' side prepare to face Munster and the Boks look for better accuracy against a fired up France. Catch us every Wednesday.
Back with a Bang
November 02, 2022 04:01 - 45 minutes - 28.9 MBSeason 2 is here and there is plenty of URC action to catch up on. The November Internationals are upon us with Japan almost getting the jump on the All Blacks, and the Boks look to tackle Ireland, the worlds #1 side. We are also joined this week by Lions & Springbok 'A' center, Henco van Wyk. Catch us every Wednesday.
Season 2 starts this November
October 26, 2022 04:01 - 2 minutes - 1.7 MBNick & Ronnie are back, with loads of action to cover in season 2. The URC is underway, the November Internationals are set to kick off, whilst the Champions, Challenge and Currie Cup's are looming large too. Catch us on the Pod every Wednesday.
Boys From The South
October 05, 2022 04:00 - 58 minutes - 41.7 MBIn this special episode, I am joined by Max from The Black Jersey as we take a throw back to the July Internationals, a look at the Rugby Championship and state of Southern Hemisphere rugby. There is also a big November test series coming up and we think there may be a few upsets on the cards. Tune in for the full chat.
Murphy's Law
September 28, 2022 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBDamon Murphy dished out 6 yellow cards and 30 penalties in Durban, whilst the All Blacks left the Bokke with a mountain to climb. The URC saw a South African clean sweep but it was Darcy Graham who stole the show. All this and more, catch us every Wednesday.
Pardon My Frans
September 21, 2022 04:01 - 30 minutes - 20.3 MBThe last time Frans donned the #10, load shedding may not have been a thing, but we're backing the Boks to put some lights out at Kings Park. The wobbling Wallabies were left cursing the ref and putting pen to paper, whilst the Rugby Championship title race heated up. Its all to play for in the final round, catch us every Wednesday for the latest.
Biceps, Beers & A Bok Blow Out
September 14, 2022 04:01 - 44 minutes - 28.6 MBEben was all about tying the Wallabies down, sport as he got stuck in to their front rowers in Sydney, whilst solid wins for the Boks & All Blacks have kept the Rugby Championship tight for the final rounds. The URC makes its return this weekend and social media is a twitter at the moment. All this and more on this weeks episode, catch us every Wednesday.
Canan Ball
August 31, 2022 04:01 - 47 minutes - 30.6 MBWhether it's Koroibete's hit on Mapimpi or the upcoming debut for the next Bok teenager, there was no shortage of gun powder for this weeks explosive coverage of the Rugby Championship. A historic win in New Zealand for Los Pumas, a shocker from the Boks down under and a heavily revamped 23 all get a look in, whilst we feel for the old boys tasked with tackling CJ.
We've Come For The Land Down Under
August 24, 2022 04:01 - 38 minutes - 24.5 MBSix foot four and full of muscles, but can the Boks bully the Wallabies into submission with a 5-3 split? It's all out Rugby Championship action this weekend and Nick isn't too pleased with the Bok 23, whilst Ronnie is all about second chances. Catch us every Wednesday.
Ellis Park Bus(t)
August 17, 2022 04:01 - 42 minutes - 28.5 MBAt international level, you've got to earn it. Whilst the Boks and Wallabies were learning hard lessons in the Rugby Championship, we were out on the streets of Joburg want die bus was vol. Join us as we take a hard look at the Bok loss and admire Dave Rennie's candour. Catch us every Wednesday.
Ellis, Ellis, Who the Park is Ellis
August 10, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 21.7 MBThe Rugby Championship got underway as the Boks & Wallabies opened the tournament with emphatic wins. Ian Foster & Sam Cane know the air is getting thinner and the pressure is mounting. It may have something to do with the altitude, but we're not sure the grass will be greener. We also look ahead to a sold out Ellis Park for round 2. Catch us every Wednesday.
Mbombela, on your Marx
August 03, 2022 04:01 - 32 minutes - 21.7 MBIt's not the Highveld... The Boks are preparing to take on the All Blacks in Mbombela as Los Pumas host the Wallabies in Mendoza, the Rugby Championship is here. Ronnie & I delve into the squads and take a look at the upcoming clashes in the battle for Southern Hemisphere dominance. Catch us every Wednesday.
Ferrymans & The LegenEddie
July 20, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.4 MBRonnie & I had a wild weekend in Cape Town as we travelled to see the Boks take on Wales. We may not have made it up Lions Head, but we certainly saw Ireland climb to top spot. The July Internationals dished up plenty of action, as Eddie had the last word and we look ahead to the Rugby Championship. Catch us every Wednesday.
Let Sleeping Guards Lie
July 13, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBOur trip down to Bloem may have ended in heartache but it has set up an incredible series final in Cape Town. This isn't the only final though as all the Northern Hemisphere sides recorded wins at the weekend. Ronnie has some Razor sharp advice for the All Blacks and things heat up in our Superbru pool.
Magnetic Beers & A Sold Out Loftus
July 06, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBThe international season is underway and the Southern Hemisphere came out on top in week 1. Ronnie & I delve into all the action around the Boks v Wales series and the 14 changes to the Bok starting XV for Bloem, before checking in on all the big clashes of the weekend. Catch us every Wednesday.
Hier Kom Die Bokke
June 29, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBIt's all out internationals in this episode as Ronnie & I delve into the Bok 23 ahead of the 1st test against Wales, before hopping continents for Ireland v Ne Zealand, England v Australia and much much more. Catch us every Wednesday.
Fourie's a Jolly Good Fellow
June 23, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBWe have our 3 champions as we delve into the URC, Prem & Super Rugby finals and the heroics of Deon Fourie. A big shout out to our URC Superbru winner, Alistair Robbins and Ronnie deals with a 'Smal' problem as the Currie Cup reaches its conclusion this weekend. Who could forget the Barbarians making mince meat out of England. All of this and more. Catch us every week.
The Final Countdown
June 16, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.1 MB{singing} I guess the finals down in Africa... Its all out finals this weekend as the URC, Super Rugby and the Prem come down to the final 80 minutes. Don't worry though, Ronnie and I also look ahead to the international season, with most squads now announced, we take an in depth look at the 43 selected for the Boks. Catch all our picks and match previews here. New Episode every Thursday.
Loftus Locals & a Riled up Ronnie
June 09, 2022 16:11 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBURC & Super Rugby quarter finals kept us busy at the weekend and we look forward to the semi-finals ahead. Bok rugby is around the corner and the boys have started flocking to Pretoria ahead of a cracker series against Wales, whilst the breakdown has Ronnie buzzing.
Falling from Trees & Champagne in France
June 02, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBThe United Rugby Championship hits the business end and we take a look at the weekends quarter-final match ups. It was all celebrations in Marseille as La Rochelle claimed France's 10th European Champions Cup, whilst fans were falling out of trees in Fiji trying to get in on the Super Rugby action. All of this and more, catch us every Thursday
This episode is DOPE
May 26, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBJoin Ronnie and I as we chat to Sports Law Attorney, Shane Wafer about doping in rugby. Does South Africa have it worse then others? What are the procedures? Who gets tested? We also delve into the cases of Ralepelle & Dyanti ahead of the latter's return to play. Ronnie's 2 cents and #STATurday are there as always. Catch us every Thursday.
21 Rule Salute
May 19, 2022 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBIn a special episode, we welcomed our 1st guest on the show, Blue Bulls ref Carla Adendorff for a chat. We delve into the realms of both coaching and officiating before Carla assists Ronnie with both #STATurday and the upcoming Superbru picks. We didn't forget the Currie, Challenge and Champions Cup though. Catch us every Thursday.
The game Munster go on
May 12, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBSome crazy action in the Champions Cup saw Munster lose a penalty shout out as Toulouse played to win. This spells trouble for the SA sides in the URC as they look for home play-off advantage. We delve into a possible SA 'A' side for July whilst the Currie Cup dished up some SA action over the weekend. All that and more, catch us every Thursday.
This is NOT Soccer
May 05, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 32.2 MBThe dads may be going crazy in KZN, whilst school boy rugby is in full swing all around the country. The URC has reached the business end as Ronnie takes us through the stats and we look ahead to the weekends Currie Cup. Elsewhere the Aussies have done well in Super Rugby and Rassie knows how to fixt the game. We also have an exciting announcement about next weeks guest on the Pod. Catch us every Thursday.
Marching from Pretoria
April 28, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 25.4 MBTuks are your 2022 Varsity Cup Champions, whilst the URC is heating up in the inaugural season of the competition as they search for theirs. The MLR and Super Rugby are also underway, Ronnie & Nick taking a look at the results around the world and the quality of competition on display. Join us every Thursday.
Rugby that Rocks & a Buffalo Soldier
April 21, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MBRonnie & I take a look at the Varsity Cup and all that went on. The URC had a quiet weekend, but the Currie Cup, MLR and Champions Cup had plenty to keep our eyes glued to the screens. We also take a look at the return of Aphiwe Dyantyi and the Frans Steyn's role as fines master.
Aligned, But Not Selected
April 14, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 29.7 MBRonnie & I take a look at how SA teams may qualify for the European Rugby Champions Cup. There was also plenty of action in the URC & Super Rugby over the weekend and much to discuss about the Bok's 1st alignment camp. Ronnie's 2 cents & #Staturday are there as always.
Manie of the Match
April 07, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 29.3 MBWe look at the rise of Manie Libbok in the URC and how the final rounds and play-offs are taking shape. A change of eligibility in English rugby could be a blessing for the Saffa's, whilst 3 months out from the Welsh tour, Ronnie and I pick our Bok teams. Ronnie's 2 cents and #Staturday are there as always.
No room for the weak
March 31, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBThe URC is in full flight now that the 6 Nations is done, with the Sharks being the 1st to slip at home, whilst the Lions are on the up. Mapimpi shared his story with the world this weekend, whilst Rassie was concerned with the signing of 'weak players at our franchises. Ronnie & I also hop across the ocean and take a look at Super Rugby Pacific with the heroics of Moana Pasifika. You regular 2 cents & #STATurday are there too, can you guess this weeks one?
The Grandest of Slams
March 24, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes - 32.7 MBFrance were crowned 6 Nations champions, adding a Grand Slam along the way, just as Ronnie predicted. Elsewhere the South African dominance at home continued in the URC as they got their 2nd clean sweep in a row against the North. Ronnie also takes us through the World Rankings and he has some info that just may surprise you, whilst this weeks #STATurday is the hardest one yet
A Clean Sweep, An ode to Eddie & Ronnie's Grand Slam
March 17, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 30.3 MBFrance are on the march to the Grand Slam & a resounding 6 Nations victory this weekend, but Eddie insisted they are under pressure, whilst Ronnie gets to bask in the glow of his predictions. Some silly red cards lead to some interesting results but nothing could stop SA enjoying their 4/4 on the weekend. Ronnie's 2 cents and STATurday are there as always.
Rassie, The Daily Mail & Manu Tuilagi's Teddy Bear
March 10, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 30.9 MBA cracker weekend of 6 Nations coming up, whilst the Northern Hemisphere teams make their long awaited return to SA. We also take a look through Rassie's interview with the Daily Mail and Bok tickets are finally available, whilst Ronnie's 2 cents and #STATurday keep things interesting.
Tip of the Cap
March 03, 2022 04:30 - 39 minutes - 35.3 MBWhilst there was some shocking officiating on display over the weekend in both the URC and 6 Nations, there were still some stellar games across the board. We also take a hard look at SA's salary cap and how its affecting our ability to lure more players like Etzebeth back home.
BOKS OFF
February 24, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 35.4 MBJust like Bakkies & Eben, Ronnie and I are back at it again. Ronnie share's his 2 cents on SA's possible move to the 6 Nations whilst we look at the weekends Currie Cup action, Shimlas' strong win over Maties and ahead to the 6 Nations & URC this weekend.
House of Cards
February 17, 2022 05:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBCard's were a plenty in both the URC and 6 Nations this past weekend, having a major influence on the results. Whilst elsewhere social media is abuzz with the news that the en4cer Etzebeth may be heading over to Durban. Join Nick & Ronnie as we take a look through it all.
What a FINNish
February 10, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 31.3 MBNick & Ronnie take a look back at the ^ Nations with an important win for Scotland in the Calcutta Cup. The URC also dished up some interesting results, whilst the Varsity Cup is around the corner. Ronnie's 2 cents is here as always and see if Ronnie can help you out with this weeks STATurday
A 1st for Nick & Ronnie
February 03, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 35.4 MBJoin Nick & Ronnie as we look back at the weekends URC action, forward to the 6 Nations and Varsity Cup, as well as for Ronnie's 2 cents and our STATurday clue.
Punt-it Thursday's coming soon
January 04, 2022 15:57 - 1 minute - 1.68 MBSeason 1 of Punt-it Thursdays is coming soon with Nick & Ronnie and a load of great content to keep you entertained and clued up along the way.