ESPN Scrum Reset

ESPN Scrum Reset

ESPN Australia's Sam Bruce is joined by Christy Doran to discuss the biggest talking points in southern hemisphere rugby, from the action on-field to the latest storylines around the game.

Episodes

August 25, 2025 71 mins
Brittany Mitchell and Christy Doran wrap up Australia's tour of South Africa, discussing where the second Test in Cape Town was won and lost, Corey Toole's sublime Wallabies debut, analyse several controversial referee decisions, and they look at Tom Wright's injury and who slots into the vacant fullback role. Before talking the Pumas historic win over the All Blacks and where New Zealand stand ahead of their home series against th...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up Australia's extraordinary 38-22 victory in South Africa, rating it among the Wallabies' greatest ever wins and just whether it means the team is officially back; they highlight the influence of James O'Connor and how Australia worked their way back into the Test; they analyse where things went wrong for the Springboks; they cover off the injuries and discuss what changes should be made for the se...
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August 12, 2025 62 mins
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran look ahead to the Rugby Championship, reacting to the Springboks' Monday team naming and what the Wallabies might do selections-wise; they ponder what a pass mark might be for Australia and discuss the importance of the tournament from a World Cup seeding perspective; they dig into the latest R360 reports and argue whether the competition might actually help Australian rugby; and then talk Richie Mo'unga...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the Wallabies 22-12 win over the British and Irish Lions in Sydney, analysing how they did it and lamenting what might have been had they finished the job in Melbourne; slam the handling of Dan Sheehan's clean-out on Tom Lynagh; they reflect on the series as a whole and name their players and moments of the past three games; they discuss where Australia are at and how the squad might look for the...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran preview the third and final Test between the Wallabies and Lions, discussing Nic White's shock selection and the other Wallabies changes; they try to find some reasons why Australia might spring an upset and react to some of Joe Schmidt's confusing messaging; they also gaze a little further into the Test season and look at what a win might mean for the Wallabies moving forward. Learn more about your ad c...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dive into the second Test, starting with the decision that has divided the rugby world. They pull apart the Jac Morgan-cleanout, extrapolating what it means for the game going forward, before analysing the Wallabies performance and where they left themselves vulnerable in the second half. The they look ahead to the third Test, debate what changes should be made, and then discuss the broader impact of the...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran bring you all the latest team news out of Wallabies camp, discussing the changes Joe Schmidt has made for the second Test with the Lions; they question his management of players and the captaincy situation following Will Skelton's return; they break down the Lions team news and how this game might be played; before reflecting on the First Nations-Pasifika XV concept and whether it might have a future goi...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down the Lions' 27-19 win over the Wallabies in Brisbane, analysing what the tourists did so well and where it all went wrong for Australia; they dig into some of the key selections, decisions and moments that told the story of the match; before looking ahead to Melbourne and pondering how much difference Rob Valetini will make and what other changes Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt should entertain. Le...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran take one last look at the opening Test between the Wallabies and Lions from outside Suncorp Stadium, aka Lang Park, reacting to Tom Lynagh's promotion to the run-on side and Rob Valetini's absence; they analyse how the Wallabies might look to play and discuss their injury run in the build-up and news of Pete Samu's rejection from the First Nations-Pasifika XV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
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July 14, 2025 53 mins
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break look ahead to the first Test between the Wallabies and Lions, reacting to Joe Schmidt's squad and the selection of James O'Connor; they ponder some selection headaches and the Wallabies captaincy conundrum; the break down the Lions form and what sort of game might be played; before they review the AUNZ concept, the rest of the weekend's Test action, and news that Kalyn Ponga might be keen on a code...
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Sam Bruce and Christy dive into a massive 24 hours for Australian rugby, pulling apart the Waratahs-Lions and Wallabies-Fiji fixtures. They dig into Australia's performance in Newcastle, pondering whether Joe Schmidt needs to add an experienced playmaker; they discuss their tactics and lack of polish; before heaping praise on Fiji. They do the same for the Waratahs, the performances of Charlie Gamble and Darby Lancaster; and also d...
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July 3, 2025 45 mins
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dive into the news that Owen Farrell is on his way to Australia to replace the injured Elliot Daly; they look back at the tourists' big win over the Reds; and look ahead to the Wallabies' clash with Fiji and the Waratahs' date with the Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review the Lions' victory over Western Force, analysing which players enhanced their hopes of featuring in the Test series; they react to Taniela Tupou's release to the Waratahs and his looming exit from Australian rugby; they look ahead to the Reds-Lions in Brisbane, pondering whether an upset might be possible, and then the Wallabies-Fiji clash in Newcastle, before casting an eye over the rest of the r...
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June 24, 2025 58 mins
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dive into a bumper pod; discussing comments from the Lions' CEO around Wallaby releases for tour games; they break down Joe Schmidt's squad from last week, analysing why Nick Champion De Crespigny and Corey Toole were selected; they look at the Lions' loss to the Pumas and whether a South America tour should happen; and pick apart yet another Crusaders Super Rugby title and the first All Blacks squad of ...
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June 17, 2025 60 mins
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran reflect on the Super Rugby Pacific semis, pondering if or how Australian teams can upset the status quo; they dig into the Brumbies performance and where the ACT came up short against the Chiefs, before looking at the controversial finish to the Crusaders-Blues contest; they then look ahead to the final, preview Thursday's Wallabies squad naming, react to news of Richie Mo'unga's withdrawal from the AUNZ...
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June 11, 2025 58 mins
Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the opening weekend of the Super Rugby finals, heaping praise on the Brumbies following their win over the Hurricanes; they discuss Stephen Larkham and whether Rugby Australia may have made the wrong decision as Wallabies coach; they also talk Michael Cheika's run with Leicester, the confusing Super Rugby finals system, and then pick their 38-man Wallabies squads. Learn more about your ad choices...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up the final regular season round of Super Rugby Pacific; they discuss the Brumbies' loss to the Crusaders and James Doleman's role in it, before applauding coach Stephen Larkham's response; they break down the Reds win over the Drua and rate the Wallabies hopes of Lachie Anderson; they then turn their attention to yet another disappointing Waratahs season and the issues in Sydney; before reacting t...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran look ahead to the final regular season round of Super Rugby Pacific, looking at the ladder and the different permutations; they dig into the Reds' season, asking whether they have regressed, improved or flatlined; they then react to news about the Club World Cup and how it might affect the global calendar, before covering off some signing news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran dive into another big week in rugby, reflecting on the crunch Brumbies-Reds clash in Canberra; they react to Ardie Savea winning the inaugural Super Rugby Player of the Year award and debate whether he is the best player on the planet right now; they hit out at a lack of selection news around the AUNZ team that will face the Lions; dig into the Waratahs' woes and then recap the Wallaroos' win over the US...
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Sam Bruce and Christy Doran reveal what Joe Schmidt had to say in his first big appearance of 2025; they talk Lions squad, a review of 2024 and how the Wallabies will approach their preparations this season; they review busy weekend of Super Rugby Pacific, discuss Taniela Tupou's future, the return of Pete Samu, some Lions bolters, as well as some big Nations Cup news, the Wallaroos and Aussie under 20s undefeated TRC. Learn more a...
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