Episode
6 Nations Final Round : High Tackles & Higher Stakes
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- Mar 18, 2026
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- 3075
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Summary
This week Candace, Rob and Pearcey dive into a massive mix of rugby action, officiating moments, and global headlines shaping the game. We kick things off with Mudgee 10s and ongoing trials , plus a light-hearted but very important debate- what’s the best food at the footy? In global rugby news, the buzz around the Rugby World Cup continues with 750,000 tickets already sold , while innovations like the MLR referee review system spark discussion- including captain’s challenges and how they could impact decision-making. In the rugby news they unpack some of the game’s tougher conversations: Oscar Jégou’s ban following foul play A doping scandal in Georgian rugby Six Nations breakdown : France vs England controversy- high tackles, mark confusion, and game management frustrations Ireland vs Scotland- Luke Pearce’s communication masterclass under pressure Wales vs Italy- a dominant Welsh win, smart officiating, and key tactical decisions New segment called Stat Central highlights insane form from rising stars, including try-scoring records being smashed. Super Rugby & SVNS : Key TMO and grounding debates Big calls in Moana vs Blues High-intensity Sevens finals Golden Whistle: celebrating Aimee Barrett-Theron as Referee of the Year. Law of the Week: 18.2 : Touch, quick throws and lineout #PlayOnPod @Rob_McKay @play_on_pod @robgmckay YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@Play_On_Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/p/C6UhhugS3rS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.