The Women’s Rugby World Cup is reaching fever pitch — and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

David Pembroke and Wallaroos star Bella McKenzie look back on a thrilling week that saw the Wallaroos draw 31–all with the USA, South Africa notch their first-ever win over a top-10 side, and England continue to set the standard as tournament favourites.

Now, with everything on the line against the Red Roses, Bella unpacks the Wallaroos’ discipline issues, the tactical adjustments they’ll need, and what it will take to deliver their strongest performance yet on the world stage.

Also in this episode:

• Canada v Scotland and why Canada look like genuine contenders
• USA v Samoa and the quarterfinal equation for Australia
• Wales v Fiji and the chance of a Pacific upset
• New Zealand v Ireland — could this be the game of the round?
• France v South Africa and why the Springbok women are on the rise

PLUS: The rise of fan engagement in women’s rugby, record-breaking crowd numbers, and why the men’s game could learn a thing or two.

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Can the Wallaroos pull off the biggest upset of the Rugby World Cup?

This weekend, Australia takes on world number one England in a do-or-die clash at the Rugby World Cup — and co-captain Emily Chancellor joins host Bella McKenzie to take us inside the build-up.

Emily also reflects on the 31–31 draw with the USA — what went right, what went wrong, and the lessons learned heading into this weekend.

In this episode:

• Why England aren’t “completely unbeatable.”
• The mindset shifts giving the Wallaroos belief.
• Key areas to improve: discipline, tackling, and attacking shape.
• How Australia plans to disrupt England’s rhythm.
• The grind of preparation — from training sessions to long bus rides.
• If you believe in upsets, this is the one to listen to.

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Rugby is at a crossroads — from global tournaments to local clubs, the game is showing how tradition and innovation can shape its future.

In this episode, David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie to explore the Women’s Rugby World Cup, where England’s dominance and packed stadiums are setting new benchmarks for the sport. They also unpack Japan’s emphatic win over Canada in the Pacific Nations Cup and the challenges facing North American rugby.

Attention then turns to the Rugby Championship: The Springboks head to Eden Park to face the All Blacks, with tactical kicking, fatigue, and discipline all in the spotlight.

Along the way: lessons in fan engagement, stories from the coaching trenches, and audience questions on rugby’s next tactical shift.

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