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S2 Ep 24Super Hooper, injured Cooper & Foster's failing ABs

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down a huge few days of rugby, on and off the field; from Michael Hooper's withdrawal to Quade Cooper's season-ending Achilles injury, all the action from Mendoza and Mbombela, the Wallabies who took their opportunities and the All Blacks who didn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 7, 202249 min

S2 Ep 23Did NZ Rugby take the easy option?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran react to news that Ian Foster and Sam Cane have kept their jobs as All Blacks coach and captain respectively, analysing why fans have a reason to be upset; before they break down the Wallabies' squad for Argentina and rumours of Eddie Jones' return to Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 22, 202238 min

S2 Ep 22Put your [broken] Wallabies record on

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review a wild night at the SCG, what went wrong for the Wallabies and marvel at England skipper Courtney Lawes; before they look ahead to the Rugby Championship and then discuss the fallout from the All Blacks' series loss to Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 18, 202252 min

S2 Ep 21The Wallabies' habit that must change

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran jump across the Tasman to examine the New Zealand-Ireland series and Ian Foster's coaching security, before they break down England's win in Brisbane, the Wallabies' big problem under Dave Rennie and just how Australia might look for the third Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 12, 202254 min

S2 Ep 20Bonus pod! How in the hell did the Wallabies win that?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran deliver a rapid-fire reaction to the extraordinary scenes in Perth, where the Wallabies defeated England 30-28 in the first Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 2, 202215 min

S2 Ep 19Series preview: Can the Wallabies FINALLY beat England?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran are joined by Gloucester lock Ed Slater to preview the Ella-Mobbs Cup, discussing the big inclusions and omissions in Eddie Jones' squad, if the Aussie coach's mental games have had their day, why Samu Kerevi holds the key for the Wallabies and why a series win is more important for Australia than England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 202238 min

S2 Ep 18Has Rugby Australia blown up Super Rugby?

Sam Bruce, Christy Doran and Lachie McCaffrey break down the bombshell comments from RA boss Hamish McLennan, pondering whether Australia really could go it alone, before running an eye over the Super Rugby and Premiership finals, Eddie Jones' England squad and Britt Mitchell is on to talk Wallaroos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 22, 20221h 4m

S2 Ep 17How was that not a penalty, Ben O'Keeffe?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down the Super Rugby Pacific semis, asking how on earth the Brumbies didn't receive a late penalty against the Blues, before they review the Wallabies 35-man squad to face England and the hard-luck stories, and then look ahead to Beaudy vs. Richie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 202250 min

S2 Ep 16Analysing the key QF moments & Our Wallaby 23s

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the Super Rugby Pacific quarterfinals, breaking down the big moments, discussing the yellow and red cards, and Leicester Fainga'anuku's forearm, before they then name their 23-man Wallabies squads and debate what's best for Harry Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 6, 202250 min

S2 Ep 15A Super farce, but the finals are here!

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the final round of Super Rugby Pacific, breaking down the shock results and the Rebels' decision not to try and help the Force, discuss Pablo Matera's yellow card, Lukhan Salakaia-Loto's non-selection and Australian recent Sevens success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 1, 202256 min

S2 Ep 14Come on down, Quade Cooper

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran react to news of James O'Connor's latest injury and what it means for the Wallabies, break down the Waratahs' win over the Highlanders, discuss the angry petition coming out of Canberra and analyse the ins and outs of the rebooted Australia A program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 24, 202242 min

S2 Ep 13A short-lived Australian resurgence?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran answer your questions from social media, pick apart each Aussie team's performance in Round 13, and discuss Suliasi Vunivalu's mixed bag and whether it's a warning for other NRL players considering a switch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 202248 min

S2 Ep 12Why the Brumbies are flying, and the Reds faltering

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran examine why the Brumbies are undefeated against Kiwi opposition and the Reds are 0-3; praise the Waratahs and look ahead to their "Fill the Hill" night at Leichhardt Oval; and discuss the imminent confirmation of Australia's World Cup bids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 10, 202246 min

S2 Ep 11At last! Aussies aim up in Super Rugby Pacific

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up what may prove a watershed moment for Super Rugby Pacific, after the Australian teams enjoyed success against Kiwi opposition and the competition saw an historic first home game for the Drua in Fiji. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 2, 202243 min

S2 Ep 10Solving the Fraser McReight dilemma

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the inaugural Super Round, what they did and did not like, before they break down how the Wallabies can use the outstanding Fraser McReight and avoid him becoming another Liam Gill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 26, 202233 min

S2 Ep 9A Ballymore brouhaha & trans-Tasman trepidation

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down the fiasco that engulfed Australian rugby following Brad Thorn's confirmation he would like to coach the Wallabies, identify why the Aussie teams might have more trans-Tasman success than 2021, before Britt Mitchell drops by to preview the Super W final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 19, 202251 min

S2 Ep 8Banks offer the stark reality for Aussie rugby

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran discuss Tom Banks' massive contract offer in Japan, analysing its knock-on effects both for Rugby Australia and the Wallabies, and discuss Beauden Barrett's return and the wider uncertainty in the All Blacks backline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 11, 202223 min

S2 Ep 7Is JOC really the 'front-runner' as Wallabies 10?

Christy Doran is back from the Gold Coast with all the news from inside Wallabies camp, before he and Sam Bruce debate the merits of the SCG Test against England and whether an NRL-style bunker could work for foul play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 7, 202232 min

S2 Ep 6Why Tom Banks deserved a red and a suspension

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dig deep into the weekend's red cards in Super Rugby Pacific, discuss the appointment of Simon Cron to the Western Force, and identify the troublesome Wallabies positions ahead of next week's training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 29, 202244 min

S2 Ep 5Is Eddie Jones on thin ice in England?

The Telegraph's Charlie Morgan joins the gang to wrap up the Six Nations and the growing frustration with Eddie Jones' coaching, before Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down Dave Rennie's 40-man training squad and ponder whether Taniela Tupou's cleanout is worthy of a suspension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 22, 202244 min

S2 Ep 4Dissecting Australian criticism from across the ditch

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down Round 3 of Super Rugby Pacific, discuss what Izaia Perese's re-signing means for the Waratahs and Wallabies, and dig deeper into the lashing Jeff Wilson and John Kirwan dished out to Australian rugby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 8, 202229 min

S1 Ep 3Will other NRL players follow Tuivasa-Sheck's lead?

Sam Bruce & Christy Doran review Round 2 of Super Rugby Pacific, including Roger Tuivasa-Sheck's debut and Reesjan Pasitoa's development, analyse RA's updated overseas player policy, and pose the question whether locks are undervalued in Australian rugby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 28, 202240 min

S2 Ep 1A rugby world in flux as Beale deal is done

We review the opening weekend of Super Rugby Pacific and nominate some eye-catching performers, discuss Kurtley Beale's return and Australia's fullback pecking order, and look at a global game in flux amid the Springboks Six Nations' bid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 22, 202236 min

S2 Ep 1A chaotic build-up, but Super Rugby Pacific is here!

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran are back with the first episode of season 2022, running the rule over Super Rugby Pacific and some talented young Aussie 10s, while also naming their bounce-back Wallabies and which breakout star of 2021 will go on with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 202237 min

S1 Ep 24That's a wrap! Cardiff drama and a Wallabies season review

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up a dramatic Test in Cardiff, discuss the Wallabies progress in 2021, name their breakout players of the year and ponder what might unfold in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 24, 202142 min

S1 Ep 23Wallabies mismanagement has come back to bite them

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the Wallabies' lacklustre defeat by England, the loss of Michael Hooper and mismanagement of the squad earlier in the tour, talk World Rugby's Award nominees and discuss the recently released Super Rugby Pacific draw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 16, 202147 min

S1 Ep 22Wallabies get the win, but Japan prove a point

Sam Bruce, Christy Doran and Japan-based former Brumbies forward Lachie McCaffrey review the Wallabies' win in Oita, discuss the impact of Samu Kerevi's absence and the dominance of the Australian set-piece, before debating the merits of Rugby Championship inclusion for Japan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 25, 202132 min

S1 Ep 21Wrapping up the Rugby Championship & RA centralisation

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the closing round of the Rugby Championship, reflect on each team's progress, look ahead to the November Tests and discuss Rugby Australia's desire to achieve a centralised model. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 6, 202147 min

S1 Ep 20Kerevi has changed the way the Wallabies play

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the Wallabies' 28-7 win over Argentina, analysing where they fell away after a strong start and the polish they're still searching for, before discussing the All Blacks' thrilling win over South Africa and the bad look of "Photo-gate". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 27, 202132 min

S1 Ep 19'Complete' Wallabies performance the best of Rennie era

Sam Bruce, Christy Doran and Brittany Mitchell review the Wallabies' 30-17 win over the Springboks, analysing the key improvements from the Bledisloe series, who might replace the injured Tom Banks and what Sean McMahon can add to the pack moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 20, 202143 min

S1 Ep 17Humble pie! Was that Quade's finest Test performance?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the Wallabies' 28-26 win over the Springboks, analysing Quade Cooper's superb outing and what role he plays going forward, what was up with the Boks and the latest addition to the ever-growing Australian squad! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 13, 202140 min

S1 Ep 17Hard to buy Rennie's positivity after Bledisloe III

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the Bledisloe Cup Test in Perth, analysing where it again went wrong for the Wallabies and what changes should be made for the Springboks, as well as discussing Jordie Barrett's red card and the arrival of Akira Ioane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 6, 202130 min

S1 Ep 16Grievances settled? Super Rugby Pacific is a go, as is Bledisloe III

Sam Bruce, Christy Doran and Liam Napier analyse a busy two weeks off the field, identifying the good and bad in Super Rugby Pacific and recapping the shambolic Bledisloe III negotiations, before previewing the Test in Perth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 31, 202148 min

S1 Ep 15Wallabies' growing pains and a Giteau law overhaul

The ESPN Scrum Reset crew break down Bledisloe II, including where Australia's key issues lie, whether a yellow card should have been issued to the All Blacks earlier, and then discuss the ramifications of a potential Giteau Law overhaul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 16, 202149 min

S1 Ep 14Was Bledisloe I a step back for the Wallabies?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the Bledisloe opener, discussing where the Wallabies went wrong, pondering changes for game II and debating whether Brodie Retallick was lucky to avoid a yellow card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 9, 202130 min

S1 Ep 13Why Koroibete red wasn't all bad news for Wallabies

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the Wallabies' dramatic win in the third Test, break down Marika Koroibete's red card and what the victory means for Dave Rennie's group moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 19, 202133 min

S1 Ep 12Wallabies reverted to Cheika approach in Melbourne

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the second Test between Australia and France, analysing the Wallabies' breakdown deficiencies, where the French had success and what Dave Rennie must fix before the third Test in Brisbane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 14, 202126 min

S1 Ep 11Is the Tongan Thor destined for life as an impact player?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the Wallabies' first Test against France, analysing the performances of the halves, Taniela Tupou's role moving forward and whether the same starting XV should be retained for Melbourne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 9, 202123 min

S1 Ep 10How quickly can Darren Coleman turn the Waratahs around?

It's a jam-packed pod this week as the team breaks down Darren Coleman's impending ascension to the Waratahs job, updates the latest news out of Wallabies camp and looks at the OIympic hopes of the Aussie Sevens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 30, 202151 min

S1 Ep 8Breaking down the Wallabies squad for France

Sam Bruce, Christy Doran and Jim Tucker discuss the ins and outs of Dave Rennie's 38-man squad, review the Australian fortunes in Super Rugby Trans-Tasman and find a winner from Saturday's decider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 16, 202150 min

S1 Ep 8What should Rugby Australia do in 2022?

Sam Bruce, Christy Doran and former Brumbies back-rower Locky McCaffrey review the Reds' drought-breaking Trans-Tasman win for Australia, look ahead to 2022 and what is the best tournament structure, and also name their Wallabies teams to face France. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 1, 202147 min

S1 Ep 7How bad will Super Rugby TT get for the Aussies?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran are joined by Liam Napier from New Zealand, the trio discussing a winless Round 1 of Super Rugby Trans-Tasman for Australia, why the Brumbies can buck the trend in the coming weeks, and they also dig deep into New Zealand Rugby's ongoing dispute over private equity investment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 19, 202136 min

S1 Ep 6How much does the loss of Paisami hurt the Reds?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran are joined by Jimmy Tucker to preview both Super Rugby finals, analysing the loss of Hunter Paisami, how the Brumbies might look to attack the Reds, if the Chiefs are any chance across the ditch and whether the Wallabies should activate the updated Giteau Law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 6, 202142 min

S1 Ep 5Could James O'Connor be a Wallabies captain?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran are joined by former Brumbies back-rower Lachie McCaffrey to review another Reds-Brumbies classic, analyse the Rebels woes and whether Dave Wessels' time might be up, and discuss whether James O'Connor could potentially lead the Wallabies this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 13, 202156 min

S1 Ep 4Where was the Waratahs' succession planning?

Who should the Waratahs look to as they start the search for a new coach, and what's to be made of the big omissions at hooker from Dave Rennie's Wallabies squad? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 30, 202139 min

S1 Ep 3Are the Reds now in the box seat for Super Rugby AU?

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran are joined by Jim Tucker to review the Reds-Brumbies classic, look at some Wallabies risers and sliders, and provide an update on the upcoming France series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 202132 min

S1 Ep 2Analysing trans-Tasman relations & what's up with the Waratahs?

Sam Bruce, Christy Doran and Liam Napier break down the opening weeks of Super Rugby Aotearoa and AU, dig deep into the Waratahs' woes and address the uncertain trans-Tasman crossover series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 3, 202145 min

S1 Ep 1Super Rugby AU is here, and so is ESPN Scrum Reset

In the first "hype" edition of ESPN Scrum Reset, Sam Bruce and Christy Doran take a quick look ahead to Super Rugby AU, the Round 1 teams, make a big call for the weekend and fearlessly declare their competition winners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 18, 202114 min