SHORT: Who Can Stop The Canes Right Now?

SHORT: Who Can Stop The Canes Right Now?

Author: Fandom Media May 19, 2026 Duration: 7:17

Their attack is electric, their defence has tightened, and they’re winning games in multiple ways.


So the big question is: who can actually stop the Hurricanes, now they most likely have home advantage through the playoffs?


There appears to be one major contender and one dark horse.


The ARP crew also breaks down the top six contenders with two rounds to go until the playoffs.


Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


Tune in for the weekly conversation on the Aotearoa Rugby Pod, where hosts Ross Karl, Bryn Hall, and James Parsons break down the entire landscape of New Zealand rugby. This isn't just analysis from the sidelines; it's perspective shaped from within the game itself. Each episode delves into the latest from Super Rugby Pacific, tracks the All Blacks, and follows the domestic competitions like the Bunnings NPC, the Farah Palmer Cup, and Super Rugby Aupiki. The discussion goes beyond scores and highlights, offering a genuine feel for the sport's pulse because the hosts bring their own direct, professional experience to the table. It’s that blend of current knowledge and candid chat that defines this podcast. For anyone wanting to understand the nuances, the stories, and the personalities driving New Zealand rugby forward, this is the essential weekly listen. The Aotearoa Rugby Pod is presented by Sky TV New Zealand.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Aotearoa Rugby Pod
Podcast Episodes
Rugby’s Next Step — And How Fans Can Shape It [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:11
Rugby is evolving — on the field, in the stadium and how fans experience the game.In this Aotearoa Rugby Pod interview, Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley explains how the sport is taking its next step — from faster, more engag…
Why Moana Pasifika’s Future Affects Every Team in Super Rugby [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:51
Moana Pasifika is searching for new financial backing — and it could have major implications for Super Rugby.If they can’t secure support, what does that mean for the number of teams, the competition format, and the futu…
Jason Holland: All Blacks lessons behind the Hurricanes attack [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:36
Since leaving the All Blacks, Jason Holland has helped shape Super Rugby's most potent attack at the Hurricanes.In this Aotearoa Rugby Pod interview, Holland breaks down:The key principles behind the Hurricanes’ attackin…
SHORT:  Leinster is starting to unlock the best of Rieko Ioane [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:51
Leinster is starting to get the best out of Rieko Ioane’ — at centre or wing.After some early noise around his arrival — from the Johnny Sexton spat to adjustmenting to a new system — it’s starting to click.In recent per…
How isn’t this a HEADBUTT?! Rugby fans are confused [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:22
Did Highlander Henry Bell get headbutted by Nick Frost … and still get penalised?A controversial Super Rugby moment has rugby fans split, after the tackler saw yellow and it's not the first time!So was this the right cal…
SHORT: Why the All Blacks’ South Africa Tour Could Be Brutal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:44
In August, the All Blacks heading back into one of rugby’s toughest challenges - a full tour of South Africa.But this isn’t just about Test matches, for the first time in decades, New Zealand will face the unique grind o…
SHORT: Is Codie Taylor the next All Blacks Captain? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:46
Could Codie Taylor be the next All Blacks captain?We deep dive into what makes Taylor such a great player, leader and team mate, then ask whether he's the man for the jobIt’s one of the biggest off-field questions in New…
The Fainga’anuku debate: Where Does He Fit for the All Blacks? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:30
Where should Leicester Fainga’anuku fit in the All Blacks?It’s one of the most fascinating selection questions right now — and there’s no obvious answer.We also dive into your suggestions for All Blacks bolters/moneyball…
Exclusive: Mike Blair on taking over All Blacks Attack [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:46
Scotsman Mike Blair is the man Dave Rennie has tasked with rebuilding what used to be the most feared attack in world rugby — the All Blacks.In this exclusive Aotearoa Rugby Pod interview, the former Scotland captain ope…
All Blacks bolters: Who Could Force Their Way In Under Rennie? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:37
Midway through Super Rugby's round robin, who are the bolters or "moneyball" players Dave Rennie simply can’t ignore?We give a preview of our exclusive interview with new All Blacks attack coach Mike Blair, which drops l…