Episode 126: Is Ireland the Springboks' Bogey Side?
Harry Jones and MW Welman dig into the rivalry that keeps gnawing at South African rugby. Ireland keep finding a way and the boys want to know why. They look at the last five tests, the odd patterns in the results, and the tactical habits that let Andy Farrell’s team flip Bok strengths into weaknesses. Harry breaks down turnovers, physicality traps, and the jiu jitsu style Ireland use to unsettle heavy teams while MW tries to stop the episode from spiralling into full chaos. They revisit the 35 point Dublin disaster, the failed redemption test, and the tension in the camp this week as the Boks prepare for another brutal showdown at the Aviva. There is Rassie talk, Farrell talk, referee talk, and World Rugby’s refereeing circus. Harry reflects on last week’s swearing spree while MW jokes that the apology is still outstanding. They tease Thursday’s big content drop with Jordan Buhrs and return again and again to the same question. Why do Farrell’s men keep blocking Rassie’s path?
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Instant Reaction| Are the Springboks Taking Italy Too Lightly? | Lekker Rugby Pod Reaction
The Springboks face Italy, and the Lekker Rugby Pod is here to break it down. MW Welman and Harry Jones dive into the odd selection, the tactical chess moves, and the real test behind this so-called "easier" fixture.Harry calls this a "heat check" game, a chance for South Africa to flex their depth but also a dangerous test against an Italian side brimming with belief after toppling Australia. The guys unpack why Willemse must start at fullback before Ireland, how Pollard's experience stabilizes the backline, and why the midfield might just be the Springboks' biggest question mark.They also debate whether the Boks' habit of playing wide could hand Italy early momentum, and how young players like Porthen and Kleyn handle their first big stage moment.Plus, sneak peek: the new Megafoon Rugby documentary series Long Way to the Game drops this Sunday, featuring a Megafoon Rugby supporter in a story that hits home for every rugby fan.Watch, subscribe, and join the conversation, because this is where rugby meets story.
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Episode 125: At Last! Harry and MW on the Springboks’ Big Win! | Lekker Rugby Pod!
The episode fans of the Lekker Rugby Pod have been waiting for is finally here!Harry Jones and MW Welman break down South Africa’s thrilling victory over France, from tactical control to standout individual performances. They unpack the Springboks’ disciplined dominance, highlight big moments from Sacha and Andre, and recognize flashes of brilliance from French players like Thomas Ramos.They also dive into a tactical concern for the Boks: their vulnerability to counter-rucking, first exposed by the All Blacks and tested again by France. Beyond the match itself, Harry and MW explore rugby’s cultural power in France, the demanding fitness culture of the Top 14, and the mental dynamics that separate good teams from great ones.This is not just a recap. It is rugby, seen differently. The long-awaited Lekker Rugby Pod episode delivers the emotion, intelligence, and insight fans have been asking for.
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Episode 124: Inside France’s Playbook: How They Plan to Crush the Springboks!
Two years of waiting. Two years of plotting. France are ready, and the Springboks are finally in their sights.In Episode 124 of The Lekker Rugby Pod, Harry Jones, MW Welman and special guest Huw Griffin go inside France’s hidden playbook, revealing exactly how Fabien Galthié and his team plan to crush South Africa. Huw brings remarkable, unrivalled insight and stats that give South African fans a deeper understanding of the game, insights and expertise you won’t find on any other podcast or channel.The discussion covers lineup changes, the psychology behind secrecy, scrum battles, maul dynamics, and the tactical maneuvers that could give France the edge. Harry and Huw also explore the long-standing rivalry and the strategic mind games that make this match so explosive.This isn’t just another podcast. It’s unrivalled analysis, expert context, and storytelling that puts you right at the heart of the Springbok-French showdown, and the revenge two years in the making.Tune in to The Lekker Rugby Pod for expert analysis, fascinating insight, and world-class rugby storytelling that puts you right at the heart of the Springbok-French showdown.
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Episode 123: Springboks Trying New Tricks, All Blacks Back to Winning Ways, Chicago Anti-Climax!
People have been asking, “Where’s Harry?” Well, here he is — back from Chicago and straight into the chaos. The All Blacks vs Ireland clash may have looked like a spectacle on paper, but Soldier Field turned out to be a true anti-climax with a flat crowd, awkward production, and a game that felt more like a rehearsal than a test. MW and Harry break it all down, exploring what went wrong, what worked, and what this means for rugby’s future in the U.S. ahead of the 2031 World Cup.Meanwhile, the Springboks are shaking things up with new patterns on the field. Ox’s injury leaves big questions over the front row, and MW takes a no-holds-barred swipe at online rugby chatter, calling out the worst of fan behaviour. Between tactical insight, hilarious back-and-forths, and unfiltered observations, Episode 123 is classic Lekker Rugby — smart, sharp, and impossible to ignore.
Blending North with South, Pretoria with Cape Town, data-driven MW Welman spars each week with globetrotting Harry Jones on Saffa-related themes to understand the whole world of rugby as it is and will become: making a plan but being ready to throw it all out the window.
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