As the most capped Brumbie in Super Rugby, and having spent 72 games in the front row for the Wallabies, Ben Alexander knows his rugby. In this episode of 'One Game at a Time' from Rugby World Magazine, Ben talks to Sam Roberts about life in the front row, starting his career in England's second tier with Dan Cole, playing against the Springboks, losing against the British and Irish Lions and even, taking on a completely different trio every day. It's a wonderful insight into a fascinating rugby...
Jul 28, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Having recently announced a move to North America's Major League Rugby, it seemed a perfect time to speak to Chris Robshaw and reflect on a quite incredible career. As well as examining the Aviva Premiership Final from 2012, we talk about playing his first game in the RFU Championship, the difference between backs and forwards, loyalty to 'Quins, preparing in the sun, letting go of games and even, how to look after everyone's mental health. He has been a superb servant to the English game and th...
Jul 21, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Many people can remember watching European Cup semi final between Cardiff and Leicester in 2009, mainly because it was decided by a rugby rarity: a penalty shootout. Jordan Crane had the difficult role of taking the match winning kick and he talks us through not only the game, but the anxiety of the shootout itself. It's an enlightening discussion and sheds some light on a punishing rugby schedule, a dominant Leicester Tigers side and how nerves can affect us all. Match highlights - https://www....
Jul 14, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, Sam Roberts speaks to Jimmy Gopperth . Regarded by many as one of the finest playmakers in Premiership history, Jimmy talks about what it was like playing for Wasps in 2016, his stellar matches against Exeter, kicking at goal, retiring, and even what it felt like to miss out on All Black selection. There is some superb insight for everyone, but young players especially will learn a lot from listening to him. We watch these highlights on Youtube and you can watch along too - http...
Jul 07, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Schalk Brits was a rare entity, a player who seemed to make every fan smile, regardless of which team they supported. In this episode, Sam Roberts talks to him about Saracens' first Premiership Final win in 2011 but we also look in detail at how he played the game; what it was like playing for the famous North London club; and perhaps most importantly, how he now feels with the 'Salary Cap Scandal' having cast its shadow. We also hear how he responded to a Rassie Erasmus text message about the W...
Jun 30, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, Sam Roberts speaks to Katherine Merchant , the England winger who played 58 times for the Red Roses over a nine year period, scoring 44 tries. We look back at the critical semi-final from the 2014 Women's Rugby World Cup against Ireland, the scene of Kat's final international try. We discuss try scoring, handoffs, being beaten in finals and having stadiums boo you. We watch the highlights of the game from the World Rugby YouTube channel and you can watch along too by following t...
Jun 23, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 5
To celebrate the 60th birthday of the world’s best-selling rugby magazine, we present a very special edition of Rugby World Magazine’s 'One Game at a Time': Sir Gareth Edwards describe the Barbarians versus New Zealand game from 1973. He talks about walking to the game, the players with whom he took the field, his personal memories of each moment and of course, that try. We looked at the youtube highlights and you can watch along too by following the link attached. What a treat it was to talk to...
Jun 16, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 4
After more than 150 top-flight appearances for Harlequins, Karl Dickson made the swift and difficult transition to becoming an official. Less than a year after performing in the Premiership as a player, he made his debut as a referee in the same league. On this episode, he talks to Sam Roberts about how he became interested in becoming an official, what it is like taking charge of a game, and his journey through the lower leagues all the way to his Premiership debut, on a Friday night, at Kingsh...
Jun 09, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In episode 2 of this new series from Rugby World Magazine, Sam Roberts speaks to Gloucester and England wing-three-quarter James Simpson-Daniel . It proves a wonderful step back in time; James talks about wing play, Jonah Lomu, Sir Clive Woodward, missing out on the Rugby World Cup in 2003 and how he has come to terms with an international career that didn't flourish the way he would have wanted. If you want, you can watch along with us on these youtube highlights (cue it up and press play at 13...
May 25, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In a new series for Rugby World Magazine, Sam Roberts speaks to England and Sale Sharks superstar Tom Curry about a game from the Rugby World Cup in 2019. One of the top back-row talents in the world, Tom gives us a rare insight into what it's like being on the field for England. We discuss how it felt out in Japan, how to tackle David Pocock, brothers and even handshakes. We watch a World Rugby Youtube clip of the 1/4 final and if you want to follow along, you can by visiting https://www.youtub...
May 12, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 1
