Episode 217

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier unpack all the fallout from Round 9 of Super Rugby Pacific. The boys break down the biggest talking points from the weekend - including the big question of whether anyone can slow down the red‑hot Hurricanes. They also review the Black Ferns’ opening win of their 2026 campaign and the Crusaders officially turn the page on a storied past - ushering in a new era at their new stadium by retiring the famous horses. LISTEN ABOVE

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Episode 217 is an episode from Rugby Direct by NZME.

This episode is 27:03 long.

This episode was published on Apr 14, 2026.

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