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Rugby Punt-it

Nicholas Halsey

From couch coaches to certified Punt-its, this is rugby, unfiltered. Whether you’re chasing bragging rights in Superbru, stuck in traffic with the taxis hooting, or gearing up for a proper braai with the tjoms, Ronnie and Nick have you covered. New episodes every Monday.

we break it down, build it up, and give you the edge where it matters, in Superbru and in the group chat.

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S6 · E34
Monday · 29 min
One Too Many
Well... that didn’t go to plan. The Wallabies stun the Boks in Perth, 13 changes come under the microscope, and Nick’s pre-match confidence has come back to bite him, there’s now a Wallabies jersey and a beer with his name on it. How the Boks let this one get away, against 11 men, and who just played themselves into or out of the World Cup picture? Plus, a clean sweep for SA in the URC.
S6 · E33
September 22 · 31 min
Down Under
The Greatest Rivalry may be over, but the rugby isn't. The Boks are in Perth with a new captain and another statement to make. A win over the world champions could change everything for the Wallabies, just as it did for the Boks in 2018. We unpack the Bok 23 and the big battles waiting on Sunday. Plus, the URC is BACK! New signings, new-look squads and plenty to prove as we preview all four SA sides.
S6 · E32
September 13 · 33 min
BALTIMOERED
The Greatest Rivalry belongs to the Boks. Four Tests, three wins, and a tour we won't forget anytime soon. We unpack how the Boks finished the job, the players who defined the series, and just how big the gap really is between these two sides. Plus, we pick our 23 of the series and ask the big question: where does this leave the two giants with a World Cup QF looming next year?
S6 · E31
September 6 · 28 min
The Legend Grows
The Boks finally break their Soweto duck against the All Blacks and take a 2–1 series lead, but there’s still almost nothing separating these two sides. We unpack the second-half shift that won it, the moments that nearly swung it the other way, and the one All Black the Boks still can’t seem to stop. With Baltimore to come, some big names returning and changes expected, can the Boks finish the job in style?
S6 · E30
September 1 · 31 min
Walking Around
The Boks hit back, psdt broke the curse, the series is level, and now the plot thickens. We unpack what changed from Ellis Park, the pre-match curveballs and the All Black threats we still haven't found an answer for. Plus, we take you behind the scenes at Friday's Bok captain's sessions before 94,000 fans descend on Soweto for round three.
S6 · E29
August 23 · 32 min
First Blood
The All Blacks land the first blow & suddenly there’s no room for error. We unpack what went wrong at Ellis Park, the opportunities the Boks simply couldn't turn into points, and Rassie's three regrets from a night that got away from us. With 3 must-win Tests ahead, what has to change before round two? Plus, the Lions get their shot at the All Blacks, and they might just have the best chance yet of pulling off an upset.
S6 · E28
August 16 · 32 min
Rehearsal's Over
The All Blacks sent a warning at Loftus, and suddenly the 1st Test has heated up . We unpack that 50-point statement, what it tells us about the side heading into Ellis Park, and the selection headaches now facing Rassie as the Bok 23 takes shape. We also revisit Ma'a Nonu's incredible solo haka in his return to the rivalry, before asking who gets the nod at 9 and 10 & who fills the gaps if Siya and Ox are out.
S6 · E27
August 10 · 32 min
The Bigger Picture
The Boks survived Argentina, but what answers did we get? We unpack the nervy win, the returning stars, Deon Fourie's remarkable recall, and the biggest selection question of them all: who is wearing 10 in test 1? Plus, the Stormers make a statement against New Zealand, Ma'a Nonu turns out for the Sharks, and the Greatest Rivalry Tour gathers serious momentum.
S6 · E26
August 3 · 31 min
The Opening Act
The wait is over. this is the Greatest Rivalry Tour. We unpack Rassie's split-squad strategy as the Boks head to Argentina with the rest of the squad prepping at home with Tony De Bruin & Duane. Then we turn our attention to Cape Town, where the All Blacks have arrived with the Raeburn Shield in tow, The hype is building, could this one selection could shape the entire series?
July 31 · 47 min
Tjoms & Rivals
Two nations. Two rugby fanatics. One rivalry that has defined the sport for more than a century. I'm joined by Dan from Short Ball Rugby for a special crossover episode as a Springbok and an All Blacks fan come together to preview the Greatest Rivalry Tour. We unpack the squads, the coaching battle, where both teams are in their evolution, and why no fixture in world rugby carries the history, respect and expectation of South Africa vs New Zealand.
S6 · E25
July 19 · 33 min
Strength in Numbers
Eleven wins, 43 points a game, a seven-try average, and 43 players utilised - the 2026 Springboks have arrived. We unpack the shutout of Wales, the Nations Championship standings, and the players turning potential into permanence. The Raeburn Shield is heading to South Africa after the All Blacks dispatched Ireland, the Greatest Rivalry is almost here... but first, Argentina. Oh, and the Baby Boks have gone back-to-back.
S6 · E24
July 15 · 34 min
6 NATIONS CHAMPIONS
Ten in a row, silverware in the bag, but the score line only tells half the story. We unpack the victory over Scotland, the players forcing their way into the conversation, and the selection dilemmas Rassie might actually be enjoying. the Battle of the Hemispheres is deadlocked at 6-6 with another big weekend to come, Whilst the Junior Boks prepare to go back-to-back.
S6 · E23
July 6 · 30 min
Rassie Roulette
England were beaten, records were reached, and by Monday Rassie had already torn up the team sheet. We unpack the Boks' opening win, the selection debates that followed, and why South Africa's greatest weapon might not be who's starting, but who's waiting. Plus, the Battle of the Hemispheres gets off to a cracking start and we take you through all of it.
S6 · E22
June 28 · 31 min
First Contact
The Battle of the Hemispheres begins. From New Zealand to South Africa, every result counts as the Northern and Southern Hemispheres go head-to-head in a brand-new competition. We preview every Round 1 clash, make our predictions, and take a closer look at the Boks' showdown with England. We hear from Rassie and, after the Junior Boks' 104-point statement, is the next generation already knocking on the door?
S6 · E21
June 21 · 33 min
Choke Park
Leinster dismantle the Bulls in a brutal URC final in Dublin, and we unpack how it collapsed so badly on the biggest stage. From there, attention flips to the international season as SA ‘A’ took on the Zim sables, Cheslin lit up the Boks’ first hit-out against the Babass & we take a look at the newly announced Bok Squad for the Nations Championship. Bring on the English
S6 · E20
June 15 · 29 min
Changing Seasons
One game remains. The Bulls have a shot at URC glory, but standing in their way is a Leinster side desperate to avoid another season of what-ifs. We unpack the final, the match-ups that could decide it, and then shift our focus to the international season as the Springboks return to action. From SA 'A' to the Barbarians, we make our calls on who starts, who misses out, and what Rassie might have up his sleeve.
S6 · E19
June 8 · 31 min
TMO This
The Bulls produce the defensive display we've been begging for all season, overturning an 18-point deficit to stun Glasgow and book a return to the URC final. Meanwhile, the Stormers' campaign comes to an end in Dublin as Leinster's accuracy, pressure and relentless attack prove too much to overcome. We unpack the semi-finals, the refereeing talking points, the reaction to the Bok squad with who’s in, who’s out and who’s giving Rassie a lot to think about.
S6 · E18
June 1 · 27 min
Semi Serious
A brutal reminder of what knockout rugby is all about. The Bulls bullied Munster into submission, the Stormers booked their ticket despite making life harder than necessary, and Leinster responded to their European heartbreak by putting the Lions to the sword. We unpack a weekend of statement wins and lingering questions before turning our attention to two massive semi-finals where the margin for error is all but gone.
S6 · E17
May 25 · 27 min
Bottled in Bilbao
Leinster were blown off the park in Bilbao as Bordeaux turned a European final into a statement. Another final, another collapse, and the questions around this Leinster side are only getting louder. We unpack the French dismantling, whether the Lions are catching Leinster at the perfect time, and turn our attention to a URC quarter-final weekend where the margins are tight and where a bad 20 minutes can end a season
S6 · E16
May 18 · 30 min
Then There Were 8
It all comes down to this. The Bulls build momentum at the right time, but still have some questions to answer. the Stormers stumble into the quarter-finals with consistency still eluding them , the Lions are left to rue missed chances after a bruising battle in Munster, but could they have the best shot against Leinster post champions cup final?. Meanwhile, a frustrating season for Sharks ended on a high.

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