Episode
Yellow Cards & Wild Conditions
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- Apr 24, 2026
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- 3059
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Summary
The Play On Pod is back with Candace, Rob and Pearcey- reviewing weather chaos hitting rugby across the globe. Lightning in Sydney, tornadoes in Kansas City, and comms challenges in Perth- testing both players and match officials in all conditions. Rob unpacks the latest World Rugby rankings shifts , plus a crackdown on dangerous tackles in Super Rugby Pacific , before diving into the HSBC SVNS Series . With a record-breaking milestones, and even robot cheerleaders, it was a weekend that had everything. The Women’s Six Nations delivered big moments- dominant England, maul-heavy contests, key referee decisions, and some tough calls around repeated infringements and head contact. Plus, a quirky finish in Ireland v Italy with no final whistle despite full-time scenes unfolding. Over in the Pacific Four Series , weather delays struck again ahead of a blockbuster ANZAC clash. Stat Central highlights a historic milestone- the most capped female SVNS referee of all time, surpassing Alhambra Nievas . In Super Rugby Pacific , we break down controversial obstruction calls, charge downs and quick taps ! Some seriously sharp decision-making. Golden Whistle: Kat Roche for a standout achievement tied to this week’s stat milestone. #PlayOnPod @Rob_McKay @play_on_pod @robgmckay YouTube: https://youtu.be/W3ibcVLIcz0 Instagram: https://instagram.com/p/C6UhhugS3rS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.