Inside word on Dave Rennie's methods

Inside word on Dave Rennie's methods

Author: Sky TV New Zealand March 9, 2026 Duration: 1:16:01

The Aotearoa Rugby Pod team dig deep into New All Blacks coach Dave Rennie's methods with former Chiefs and All Blacks prop Ben Afeaki, while also getting reaction from current All Black Du'Plessis Kirifi.


From team hitch-hikes to the incredible detail Rennie brings to tactics and selection, we give you the inside word.


We also break down the crazy weekend, with unpredictable Super Rugby and Six Nations results!


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