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Ep.144 - Meet the Super Six, and Marika Koroibete on his Lions hopes

·52 min·5 clips

Marika Koroibete joins from Japan as Super Rugby finals and the Lions tour loom.

This episode previews the Super Rugby knockout stages and features an interview with star winger Marika Koroibete. Hosts Tristie Doran and Matt Tamuah analyze the final regular season round and look ahead to the three qualifying finals. They also discuss the upcoming British & Irish Lions tour to Australia, which begins in less than 50 days. The hosts dissect the Crusaders' 33-31 victory over the Brumbies, which secured a top-two position for the Crusaders. They reference the intense reactions from fans in Canberra regarding referee James Dolman. Marika Koroibete joins the show from Japan following the conclusion of the Japanese League One season. The conversation covers Koroibete's current experiences and his perspective on the approaching Lions series. One host humorously questions what it would take for Stephen Larkham to exchange Christmas cards with referee James Dolman. They note that Dolman is not a favored official and speculate about private text exchanges concerning refereeing decisions. The episode positions the Lions tour games as key events to build excitement before the first Test in Brisbane. The tone is enthusiastic and conversational, blending match analysis with informal banter. It is tailored for rugby fans seeking updates on Super Rugby finals and the British & Irish Lions tour. Listeners wanting in-depth tactical breakdowns or those uninterested in Australian rugby may find less value here.

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