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Rugby Direct: Episode 222

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Rugby Direct: Episode 222

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May 4, 202635:37

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On this week’s episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier dissect round 12 of Super Rugby.

The top three are pulling clear - but who’s best placed to grab the final three playoff spots as the race tightens?

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When was this episode published?: May 4, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 35 min.
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