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Rugby Direct
Newstalk ZB
Every week, Rugby Direct gives you the lowdown on all you need to know from the rugby world. Whether it's the All Blacks, Black Ferns, NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, or just what's going down at the club grounds, we have you covered on your home for all things rugby. Listen on iHeartRadio for every angle, every moment, and every opinion.
Episodes
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November 8, 2026 • 29 min
Rugby Direct Episode 268: Tour Starts Strong for the All Blacks
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November 5, 2026 • 34 min
Rugby Direct Episode 267: Rennie names side for Scotland showdown
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October 28, 2026 • 31 min
Rugby Direct Episode 266: All Blacks selection winners and losers
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October 18, 2026 • 31 min
Rugby Direct Episode 265: What We Learned From The Bledisloe Series
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October 15, 2026 • 29 min
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October 11, 2026 • 32 min
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October 8, 2026 • 23 min
Rugby Direct Episode 263: Bledisloe questions as injury toll mounts
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October 5, 2026 • 34 min
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September 30, 2026 • 37 min
Rugby Direct Episode 261: Bledisloe pressure builds as Wallabies fire a warning shot
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September 25, 2026 • 35 min
Rugby Direct Episode 260: Lessons from South Africa, questions for NZ Rugby
Listen guide
How do I listen to Rugby Direct?
Rugby Direct is a rugby podcast from Newstalk ZB. Hit play on the latest episode above, or follow the show to get a heads-up when a new one drops.
Step by step
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Quick FAQ
- Where can I listen to Rugby Direct?
- Tap any episode above to play it right here. For background play, lock-screen controls, and offline downloads, get the free Spot Sports app — it streams Rugby Direct alongside scores and clips. Rugby Direct also ships on a standard RSS feed, so Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and Pocket Casts work too.
- What is Rugby Direct about?
- Rugby Direct covers rugby news, analysis, and conversations from Newstalk ZB.
