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If South Africa isn't going to out-carry the All Blacks, what exactly is the plan?Harry Jones and MW Welman turn from New Zealand's carrying numbers straight to the Springboks' answer: a deliberate, aggressive, relentless kicking framework built by Tony Brown around contestable ball. We explain why last year's kicking meltdown against Australia wasn't actually Tony Brown's system, and what the real version looks like when it's executed properly.We also unveil the name we are giving this Springbok kicking system, with a cheeky nod to a very different kind of takeaway, and walk through the law change nobody talks about that's quietly reshaped the modern kicking game in South Africa's favour.In this episode:- Tony Brown's philosophy on turning every kick into a genuine weapon- Why the Boks' kicking collapse against Australia gets misunderstood- The law change that's rewarded South Africa more than anyone else- The name Harry and MW are giving South Africa's kicking system
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"Episode 195: Why Tony Brown's Kicking Game Might Be the All Blacks' Nightmare" is an episode of The Lekker Rugby Pod!. Runtime 27 min. Published August 2, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.