Best The Alternative Commentary Collective Podcasts (2024)

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"The ACC SportsBook - July 19th" 33:11

17m ago33:11

33:11

Karl Tily from the TAB joins Manaia & G Lane to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (20:28) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (26:04). Plus, the latest ThreeWay Punt (28:41) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"The Maverick Theory" 35:07

30m ago35:07

35:07

Matt Heath joins Manaia Stewart to discuss recovering from Gary Stead, AFL poos and Hemorrhoids (15:14). Then the fellas rip into some searing analysis of the upcoming All Blacks game in San Diego (17:08). Finally, they dissect a fan theory about 'Top Gun Maverick' that may explain the last four years of our lives (32:16). Brought to you by Export …

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"Mate Vs Mate" 43:20

1h ago43:20

43:20

Chris Key joins Manaia Stewart for another episode of Mad Monday! In this episode, the fellas go over State Of Origin Game 3 and the Blues taking the series with a 14-4 victory (0:00), before discussing the Warriors team for this week's match against the Raiders with several changes after a bunch of injuries (16:06). Lastly, the guys whip around th…

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"State Vs State" 35:42

13m ago35:42

35:42

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to go over the nuts and bolts of getting a f*ckload of nappies to Mitch Barnett (00:57) before reacting to an experimental All Blacks team named by Razor this morning (09:24). Then the fellas throw it back to 1997 and go over the All Blacks team list to take on Fiji in '97 (17:42) and lay a bet on the 4-Kiwi fie…

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"The Trans Tasman Nappy Run With Tom From The Hello Sport Podcast" 8:29

10m ago8:29

8:29

In this special Bonus Episode, Manaia talks to Tom from the Hello Sport Podcast about their initiative to support new father Mitch Barnett with nappies and wet wipes and how The ACC could potentially help plus we get predictions before Game 3 this evening! Brought to you by Four'N Twenty! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"Mana Mitch From Across The Ditch" 31:49

20m ago31:49

31:49

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to try and make heads or tails of the NZ Summer of Cricket schedule off the back of NZC's massive launch (02:28). Then the fellas get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (15:54). Finally, Manaia talks to Tom from the Hello Sport Podcast about their initiative to support new father Mitch Barnett with nappies and w…

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"Tee Time" 33:49

19m ago33:49

33:49

Matt Heath joins Manaia Stewart to debate whether you would still make your tee time if you had been shot (00:48) before divulging some of Eden Park's deepest secrets (05:45). Then the fellas discuss the impressive junket Richie Mo'unga's on and why he didn't sign with the Wahs in 2018 (08:39). Finally, the team get to your feedback in 'Yours Pleas…

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"The ACC Ruins Rugby. Again..." 28:37

1d ago28:37

28:37

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart from Witness Protection somewhere down country to react to the final of the Europes (00:00) and Trump's attempted assassination (05:21). Then the fellas dissect a thrilling All Blacks victory over England at Eden Park (09:05) and an update on how Hulk Smash went over the weekend (19:36). Finally, they get to you…

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"The ACC SportsBook - July 12th" 38:36

6d ago38:36

38:36

Karl Tily from the TAB joins Manaia & G Lane to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (26:44) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (33:00). Plus, the latest ThreeWay Punt (36:03) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"Never Go Full Possum" 33:20

1d ago33:20

33:20

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss the Mall Kiosk worker who played possum after allegedly Airdropping a woman's nudes to himself, and how possuming could be the new get out of jail card (0:00). Then the fellas react to the raft of changes in the second All Blacks team to face England (10:14) before discussing an all-time team list fro…

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"The ACC Shot Clock" 36:58

3d ago36:58

36:58

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to react to England beating the Netherlands right on the buzzer before announcing a brand new initiative from the ACC to create unity and clarify rules around shots (6:35)... Then the fellas react to the announcement of David Nyika's next opponent (12:52) and look back on the last time England played the All Bla…

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"Slow-Talker Shotclock" 34:50

4d ago34:50

34:50

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss school holiday hell, birthdays in your thirties and Lulu Sun's historic run ending (00:00). Then the fellas swerve well out of their lane to talk about football (17:31) before Manaia consults his crystals to predict the next All Blacks team (23:18) before pitching a brand new 'Half-Baked Sports Idea' …

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"The NRL Admits To Screwing The Warriors" 24:37

5d ago24:37

24:37

Webmaster Joe Durie joins ACC Head G Lane to discuss Lulu Sun's incredible Wimbledon run and G Lane some "Rainman" Wimbledon facts to impress your co-workers! (0:00). Then the fellas get into how the NRL admits to absolutely screwing the Warriors once again (11.28). Finally, the team get to your feedback on 'Yours Please' (20:06) and a way to give …

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"A High Tide Brings All Boats Slightly Higher Up In Buoyancy" 32:33

6d ago32:33

32:33

Ben Hurley joins Dai Henwood for another episode of Mad Monday! In this episode, the fellas go over the Wahs' Golden Point nailbiter against the Dogs (0:00), before heading to the 'Stonka Of The Round' between the Eagles & Cowboys (21:47) then Dai comes flying 'Off The Back Fence' (29:07)! Brought to you by Four'N Twenty! See omnystudio.com/listene…

1
"Richies Export Express" 39:16

6d ago39:16

39:16

ACC Head G Lane and Manaia Stewart return from Dunedin to recap a massive weekend (0:00). Then the fellas break down the first game of the Razor era on the field (15.57). Finally, the team get to your feedback on 'Yours Please' (27:50). Brought to you by Export Ultra - The Beer For Here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"Octagon Pussy Riot" 38:17

9d ago38:17

38:17

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart & Matt Heath live from Dunedin to discuss the issues of flying with the English rugby team and why they tried to steal the ACC team's bags (0:00)... Then the fellas recap a late-night pussy riot in the Octagon (15:00) before teeing up the massive weekend of sport ahead! (31:30) Brought to you by Export Ultra - T…

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"The ACC SportsBook - July 4th" 29:12

10d ago29:12

29:12

Karl Tily from the TAB joins Manaia to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (17:12) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (21:05). Plus, the latest ThreeWay Punt (24:03) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"Hostage Situation" 33:44

10d ago33:44

33:44

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss the ins and outs of parenting over the upcoming holiday period, Lulu Sun's continued run of form, the Tall Blacks proving the naysayers wrong and what it costs to buy the Celtics (0:00). Then Manaia offers one last chance to his informants from the All Blacks camp to provide him with the correct team …

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"Against All Odds India Win The T20 World Cup" 48:03

11d ago48:03

48:03

Dylan Cleaver joins Paul Ford for another episode of NZ's #1 cricket pod the BYC! In this episode, the fellas go over the T20 World Cup Final between India & South Africa and how bloody good it was (1:38)! Then get into the White Ferns' schedule and the big losses to England (26:00) before finally getting into the mountain of correspondence from th…

1
"Could You Beat LeBron But He's In A Suit Of Armour?" 35:52

11d ago35:52

35:52

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss an NRL cover-up, the code-switching Wallabies and the tough road ahead for the Tall Blacks (0:00). Then a very special 2-for-1 'Half Baked Sports Idea' (12:05)! Finally, the fellas get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (21:15). Brought to you by Export Ultra - The Beer For Here! See omnystudio.com/li…

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"Euros! Featuring Jason Pine" 39:55

12d ago39:55

39:55

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to rip through the latest sporting headlines including Corey Horsbrugh's suspension for punching Jacob Laban, giving them a taste of Kiwi at Wimbledon, and how to get a lift from the airport from Richie Mo'unga (0:00). Then the fellas are joined by the voice of the roundball in NZ Jason Pine to break down the la…

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“Car/Singer/P*rnstar” 36:21

13d ago36:21

36:21

Ben Hurley joins Manaia Stewart for another episode of Mad Monday! In this episode, the fellas go over the Wahs' powerful win against the Broncos in the weekend (0:00), before heading to the 'Stonka Of The Round' between the Sharks & Doggies (15:30) then Ben Hurley unveils the 'Best Names in the NRL' (23:35)! Brought to you by Four'N Twenty! See om…

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"Presidential" 38:58

13d ago38:58

38:58

ACC President G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to break down the debate that neither of them watched (3:12) before discussing whether Manaia may actually be the Warriors curse. Then the fellas react to Jacob Laban's send-off for eating punches from Cory Horsbrugh (8:48) the founding of the NZ Integrity Unit (11:55) and swerve well out of their lane to d…

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"Blowout" 28:42

17d ago28:42

28:42

Chris Key joins Manaia Stewart for another episode of Mad Monday. In this episode, the fellas chat about the State of O blowout (0:00) debate if they could beat a child Lebron James at basketball (6:11), before reviewing the Warriors team list for the game against the Broncos this weekend (7:46). Then whip around the SuperCoach Buys/Sells/Holds (17…

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"The ACC SportsBook - June 27th" 24:15

20d ago24:15

24:15

Karl Tily from the TAB joins Manaia & G Lane to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (15:23) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (18:55). Plus, the latest ThreeWay Punt (21:24) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"Walk Together" 40:08

17d ago40:08

40:08

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart fresh off MCing the bi-annual DB Conference to react to State of O Game 2 and the latest in the Euros (0:00). Then the fellas discuss the theme Razor has set out for the All Blacks this year and what the ACC's theme should be before breaking down yet another record Over of 43 runs (10:20). Finally, they get to y…

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"Davey Dumb Dumb Finally Retires!" 37:02

21d ago37:02

37:02

Dylan Cleaver & Paul Ford join Jason Hoyte for another episode of NZ's #1 cricket pod the BYC! After the early exit from the T20 World Cup the fellas predict who will still be around for the Black Caps at the next T20 World Cup (0:00), then look ahead to the Semi Finals between Afghanistan & South Africa and England & India (15:15) before finally g…

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"Would You Rather Swim With A Shark Or With Poo?" 33:11

18d ago33:11

33:11

Manaia Stewart joins ACC Head G Lane live from the Rydges hotel bar in Wellington for today's episode of The Agenda! In this episode, the water quality of the Seine in Paris drails the podcast immediately into a huge amount of poo chat (0:00) before getting things back on track to recap Afghanistan knocking the Aussies out of the T20 World Cup (10:…

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"Titi Or Tutu?" 40:48

19d ago40:48

40:48

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss Afghanistan's run at the T20 World Cup (0:00) before giving their thoughts on the new All Blacks jersey and whether they should televise the ABs squad naming like the NBA draft (9:15). Then the fellas are joined by James McOnie to pore over the ABs squad and debate Sititi v Sotutu (16:27). Finally, th…

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"Soft. Embarrassing. Destroyed. And Absolutely Dominated" 35:18

20d ago35:18

35:18

Manaia Stewart joins Dai Henwood for another episode of your #1 rugba league podcast, Mad Monday. In this episode, the fellas discuss the absolute disaster of the Warriors' destruction on the Gold Coast (0:00) and then cleanse the pallet with the 'Stonka Of The Round' (20:02). Finally, Dai Henwood comes flying 'Off The Back Fence' with a message al…

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"Better Than A World Cup" 39:02

20d ago39:02

39:02

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to rake over the coals of the Blues' first legitimate Super Rugby title in 20 years, and where did it all go wrong for the Chiefs (4:37)? Then Manaia looks into the crystal ball and predicts the first All Blacks squad for 2024 - can he continue last year's form of guessing of 100% (14:46)? Finally, your chance t…

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"The ACC SportsBook - June 21st" 30:41

23d ago30:41

30:41

Karl Tily from the TAB joins Manaia & G Lane to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (19:55) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (24:26). Plus, the latest ThreeWay Punt (26:31) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"Big Super Rugby Final Preview With Steve Devine" 42:53

23d ago42:53

42:53

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart fresh off the Radio Hauraki Bender Reveal Party to pitch a half-baked idea to claim the $80K Megamind reward and break down the Mbappe mask (0:00). Then the fellas are joined by 2003 Super Rugby Champion Steve Devine to preview the Super Rugby Final between the Blues & Chiefs (16:47). Finally, the team get to yo…

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"Kane Williamson Says 'Thanks But No Thanks' To NZC" 44:10

25d ago44:10

44:10

Dylan Cleaver joins Paul Ford for another episode of NZ's #1 cricket pod the BYC! In this episode, the fellas go over the shock announcement from Kane Williamson as he chooses not to sign his NZC contract (0:00), then go over the performance of the Black Caps at the T20 World Cup (17:40). Finally, a 'Cricket Violence Corner' where a NZer is caught …

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"Renew Your Membership At The Kosi Klub" 34:45

24d ago34:45

34:45

Chris Key joins Manaia Stewart for another episode of Mad Monday. In this episode, the fellas discuss the knife and fork debacle on the commentary during the Warriors & Storm (0:00) before reviewing the team list for the game against the Titans this weekend featuring several changes (8:30). Then whip around the SuperCoach Buys/Sells/Holds (20:26) a…

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"Luxon V Hart" 41:11

24d ago41:11

41:11

Matt Heath joins Manaia Stewart on the 30th Anniversary of the Bain murders to discuss the upcoming pregame ahead of the All Blacks game in Dunedin (0:00) whether the ACC is responsible for Sail GP pulling out of Christchurch (8:07) and Patrick Tuipolotu's miraculous recovery (13:12). Then, in light of David Nyika's upcoming fight, the fellas discu…

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"Taking A Few Weeks Away" 42:51

25d ago42:51

42:51

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart aboard the ACC's $35 Million private jet to discuss Rory McIlroy taking a few weeks away after shitting the bed at the US Open (3:21) before reacting to the latest stories from the world of Rugby Union (9:46). Then the fellas react to the most boring NBA finals in recent memories and if the Celtics threw Game 4 …

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"World Cup Postmortem With Kyle Mills" 38:11

26d ago38:11

38:11

Black Caps Great Kyle Mills joins ACC Head G Lane & Manaia Stewart live from Hallensteins on Queen Street to rake over the coals of a disappointing T20 World Cup including where it all went wrong and who we should get in behind now that our team is out (0:00). Plus Kyle shares a couple of war stories from his playing time including Shane Bond's big…

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"At Least We've Got 2 Origin Players" 52:31

27d ago52:31

52:31

Dai Henwood joins Manaia Stewart for another episode of Mad Monday! In this episode, the fellas recap the Wahs 38-24 loss to the Storm and go over where it all went wrong (3:12), then get to the 'Stonka Of The Round' between the Dolphins and the Sharks before going over both Origin teams to face off next week featuring Kurt Capewah in the Maroons! …

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"The Mana Bus Is Coming" 41:08

27d ago41:08

41:08

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart fresh off a sickening medical event to recap a massive weekend on and off the field including the Chiefs' massive semi (0:00) the Blues' soft semi (8:20) and how you can still win a trip to Munich with The ACC (15:53). Then the fellas break down the Black Caps' historic win over Uganda (17:31) and gloss over the…

1
"The Goodfellas Ending Was More Shocking Than This..." 39:58

1M ago39:58

39:58

Dylan Cleaver joins Paul Ford for another episode of the BYC podcast! In this episode, the fellas review the loss to the West Indies and examine the deeper problems in the loss (0:00) then head around the grounds and update all things T20 World Cup (22:00) and then sadly realise that and hope for the Black Caps is placed firmly in Corey Anderson (3…

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"The ACC SportsBook - June 14th" 31:00

30d ago31:00

31:00

Karl Tily from the TAB joins Manaia to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (16:15) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (19:28). Plus, the latest ThreeWay Punt (28:05) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"Yet Another Meeting Of The B.C.S.S.G" 35:05

30d ago35:05

35:05

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to answer the question - what percentage of men propose solely to stop people wounding them about when they will propose (0:00) before reconvening the Black Caps Supporters Support Group for the second time this week (6:00)... Next, the fellas discover that if the Chiefs and Brumbies make the final it will be in…

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"The Prince Of Penrose Returns" 29:12

1M ago29:12

29:12

Producer Adam joins Manaia Stewart for another episode of Mad Monday! In this episode, the fellas go over the Warriors' team list for this weekend's clash against the Storm (0:00) then whip around the SuperCoach Buys/Sells/Holds (15:55) and unleash another 'TAB Good Hunch' (28:00). Brought to you by Four'N Twenty! See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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"Throwback Thursday" 41:07

1M ago41:07

41:07

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to recap their trip to the Fieldays (0:00) and discuss who the real victims are in Rory McIlroy's failed divorce (1:44) and what Carter Gordon's rugby league defection means for union (7:37). Then the fellas unleash a new segment looking back at the last time these Super Rugby teams faced each other in the Semi-…

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"Does Vinegar Curdle Breast Milk" 33:11

1M ago33:11

33:11

Chip aficionado Leigh Hart joins ACC Head G Lane & Manaia Stewart for a Special Edition of The Agenda Live From Fieldays! In this episode, Joey Chestnut has been banned from the World Hot Dog eating contest for having a vegan sponsor (11:21) then the fellas recap last night's games from the T20 World Cup (15:20) before finally getting Leigh on the …

1
"Bali Butt" 39:52

1M ago39:52

39:52

In this episode, G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to get him up to speed on the sporting world after a strangely butt-focussed trip to Bali (0:00) beginning with the whirlwind opening to the T20 Cricket World Cup (7:10). Then the fellas discuss the latest in the NBA Finals (13:00) why the Warriors' headache is not a headache (18:30) and what Super Rugby…

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"Who Had The Genius Idea Of No Warm Up Matches?!" 42:47

1M ago42:47

42:47

Dylan Cleaver & Paul Ford join Jason Hoyte for another episode of NZ's #1 cricket pod the BYC! In this episode, the fellas review the Black Caps' very disappointing loss first up to Afghanistan (0:00), then preview the next match against the West Indies and what needs to change to have any chance (15:32) before diving head first into this week's co…

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"In Te Maire Martin We Trust" 23:24

1M ago23:24

23:24

Ben Hurley joins Joel Harrison to go over the Warriors 42-12 win over the Cowboys and question how we fit SJ back in the team this week (0:00)... Then recap the 'Stonka Of The Round' between the Panthers & Sea Eagles (13.54) before a deep dive into the multiple blowouts in the weekend. Brought to you by Four'N Twenty! See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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"Welcome To Another Meeting Of The B.C.S.S.G" 29:59

1M ago29:59

29:59

Matt Heath joins ACC Head G Lane to rake over the coals of the horrific start to the T20 World Cup by the Black Caps as they get embarrassed by Afghanistan (3:22). Then review the massive weekend of Super Rugby Pacific (8:30), the Warriors smashing the Reverse Cowboys and that insane DWZ Try Assist (12:00)! Plus, some absolute humiliation as a race…

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