Rivals
All Black Legend Sir John Kirwan and Springbok Legend Victor Matfield go head to head on all things rugby just as you'd expect an All Black Winger and a South African Forward to do battle.
Bringing in their friends and rivals from all over the Rugby world for a truly Global perspective.
Refereeing in the middle is NZ media legend Ric Salizzo .
And as all of them are well in the second half of their lives, Sir JK has some well meaning wellness advice to help them extend their lives and therefore the life of this podcast
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 15
- Years Active
- 2025
Can the Boks Make History at Eden Park? Women’s RWC Action & Viewer Q&A!
The stage is set for one of the biggest rugby clashes since the World Cup Final, the All Blacks vs Springboks at Eden Park.
In this week’s Rugby Rivals, JK and Victor break down the test preview, wit…
Historic Upset in Argentina! What Went Wrong for the All Blacks? Springboks Survive Scare
Round 2 of The Rugby Championship 2025 delivered absolute drama. Argentina stunned the All Blacks 29–23 in Buenos Aires, claiming their first ever home win over New Zealand. Despite leading early, th…
Springboks STUNNED! All Blacks Move to World #1 - Victor & JK React
Springboks are stunned by the Wallabies, the All Blacks rise to World #1, and the Rugby Championship is blown wide open. In Rivals Episode 13, Victor Matfield and Sir John Kirwan react to the Springb…
Battle for Supremacy: JK, Victor & Trimby's Rugby Championship Predictions!
The Rugby Championship is here, and opening weekend is shaping up to be HUGE. 🏉
In this episode of Rugby Rivals, JK & Victor break down:
- Rugby Championship Round 1 Preview
- South Africa vs Austral…
All Blacks Squad Reaction! Can They Topple the Boks, Aussies & Pumas? And... Were the Lions Overrated?
In this episode of Rugby Rivals, we break down the new-look All Blacks squad ahead of tjeor Rugby Championship campaign. Can this team topple the Springboks, outpace the often-underrated Pumas, and h…
Wallabies’ Problem Isn’t the Ref… JK & Victor on Boks Squad, All Blacks Injury Woes
In this episode of Rugby Rivals, JK and Victor Matfield break down why the real issues facing the Wallabies run deeper than refereeing decisions, and what needs to change ahead of the final Lions tes…
Is Finn Russell the Best in the World? Aussie Rugby at a Crossroads & Why Everyone Hates Ireland
JK, Victor, and Andrew Trimble say the Wallabies have no chance against the Lions, and raise serious concerns about the future of union in Australia.
We also ask the big question: is Finn Russell the…
JK & Matfield Clash Over ABs, Springboks Form, Headbutt Red Card & Lions Test!
Are the Springboks in winning form - or are they proving disappointing vs Italy? Will the All Blacks be able to maintain their form against sides like Ireland and South Africa?
JK and Victor Matfield…
Anger Over TMO Debacle, Rassie’s Bomb Squad or Fart Squad? Wallabies "No Chance" vs. Lion
Debate: The TMO debacle has the rugby world fuming, and JK & Victor are leading the charge.
We unpack all the action over the weekend - All Blacks vs. France, Springboks vs. Italy, Australia vs. Fij…
Jim Hamilton: Is Henry Pollock the Next Ardie? JK & Victor CLASH Over Hybrid Players
We dive deep into the rise of 20-year-old flanker Henry Pollock, and ask is it fair to compare his skill-set to Ardie Savea? Jim gives his take on whether he’s ready for a starting position in the Li…
Wallabies Not Releasing Players?! Debating ABs Picks, DMac’s Form & Jake White’s Bulls!
The Wallabies refusing to release their top players for the British & Irish Lions’ tour games against Super Rugby teams... smart long game or a mistake?
This week on Rugby Rivals, Victor Matfield and…
JK’s All Blacks Tax Scheme, Springboks Selection Debate & Surprise ABs Bolter!
Sir John Kirwan has a radical idea to keep top talent like Richie Mo’unga in New Zealand... a tax scheme like the Irish!
Victor Matfield isn’t convinced about the Springboks picking overseas players,…
Who will be the best team in the world 2025 plus Irish star Andrew Trimble
In this episode of Rivals, Victor Matfield and Sir John Kirwan talk about the Bulls taking the win over the Sharks, JK gives his views on whether the Chiefs know how to get the job done at the back e…
Gamesmanship/Cheating New big money comp plus special Guest Sean Fitzpatrick
Rivals The First Episode
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