Rugby Unity

The whistle’s about to blow. Six weeks. Sixteen nations. Packed stadiums, global attention and history on the line. The 10th Women’s Rugby World Cup in England is here — and it promises to change the game forever.

In this brand-new special series, David Pembroke is joined by Wallaroos fly-half Bella McKenzie to break down all the action. From Bella’s personal story of heartbreak and resilience to the blueprint shaping the future...

With 20 minutes played in the first test of the Rugby Championship, Wallaby fans headed to bed fearing the worst.

But not this time. The Wallabies held their ground and piled on 33 unanswered second half points to humble the World Champion Springboks at Ellis Park. The Wallabies’ revealed their character again showing unity, strength and resilience. They are fast proving they are a team that will never go away. A team that refuses t...

Two massive clashes. Four powerhouse teams.

The Rugby Championship 2025 explodes into action with Wallabies v Springboks at Ellis Park and All Blacks v Argentina in Córdoba. David Pembroke, Ewen McKenzie and Eddie Jones bring sharp analysis, bold predictions and behind-the-scenes insight ahead of Round 1.

This week, your co-hosts cover:

• James O’Connor’s shock recall at fly-half — and what it means for the Wallabies
• Rassie Erasm...

They’ve named their team early. They’re brimming with confidence. And they’ve got Rassie Erasmus pulling the strings.

Host David Pembroke is joined by former Wallaby coach Ewen McKenzie to remember his earliest experiences in South Africa before breaking down the South Africa team selection and what it means for the Wallabies’ chances at altitude.

Ewen takes us inside the Springboks’ mindset from why Rassie named his team on Monday t...

On the eve of the Rugby Championship, host David Pembroke is joined by former Wallaby coach Ewen McKenzie and coaching veteran Eddie Jones for a broad discussion about the challenges of high performance and on field battles ahead.

From the high-speed precision of Formula One pit crews to the brutal grind of Ellis Park, they unpack what “alignment” means in elite sport – and why it’s so hard to achieve. Ewen relives the home-and-away...

What does it take to coach a team to the brink of a Rugby World Cup final? How do you spot a future Wallaby in club footy? And what happens now that the Giteau Law is gone?

In this special ‘You Ask, We Answer’ edition of Rugby Unity, David Pembroke is joined by Ewen McKenzie to tackle your questions. With Eddie off visiting the Haas F1 team in Japan, nothing is off-limits as they dive into the past, present, and future of the game.

As the dust settles on the British & Irish Lions Tour, David Pembroke and Ben Alexander unpack what it all meant — for the Wallabies, for Australian rugby, and for the global game.

From the financial windfall and unforgettable second Test to missed opportunities and selection regrets, they reflect on what could’ve been and what must come next. They also debate whether the Lions should tour France, how Australia can better su...

After a hard-fought third Test, the Wallabies come away with the win – but is this the start of something bigger or just a brief high?

In this episode of Rugby Unity, host David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie to unpack the Wallabies’ victory over the British & Irish Lions and explore what it means for the future of Australian rugby.

They break down the key performances from Skelton, McReight, Hooper and m...

With a sold-out series decider looming in Sydney, David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie. They break down the Wallabies’ selection shake-up, tactical tweaks, and the mental battle ahead.

The trio question whether Australia’s fitness is holding them back, debate the role of a national playing style, and dive deep into why skill development – particularly at 10 and 12 – could be the key to long-term success.

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After an emotional second Test at the MCG, David Pembroke is joined by former Wallaby Ben Alexander to unpack a match full of heart, controversy and missed opportunities.

They relive the electrifying moment Tom Wright crossed the line, debate the legality of Jack Morgan’s clean-out, and question where it all went wrong after a dominant opening 30 minutes.

With the third Test in Sydney looming, the pair discuss how the Wallabi...

90,000 fans. Five tries to three. One of the great modern Test matches — but the Wallabies came up just short.

In this episode, David Pembroke is joined once again by Ewen McKenzie and Eddie Jones to break down every angle of the second Lions Test in Melbourne. They cover what went right (and what went wrong) for Australia, dissect the Wallabies’ dominant opening 30 minutes, and explain how the game slipped away.

From missed ...

The Lions are rolling into Melbourne for the Second Test — and the Wallabies are fighting to keep the series alive.

David Pembroke is joined once again by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie for a fast-paced and honest conversation about everything on (and off) the field.

They ask the big questions:

Why has rugby struggled in Melbourne, a city that lives and breathes sport? What went wrong with the Rebels? And what can the Wallabies lea...

The Wallabies were humbled in the First test. The Lions looked comfortable. But after the First Nations Pacifika side rattled the tourists in Melbourne, the question is: can Australia learn in time?

In this episode of Rugby Unity, host David Pembroke is joined by former Wallaby Ben Alexander and journalist Finn Morton for a post-mortem of the Brisbane test and a look ahead to Saturday’s showdown at the MCG.

There’s no sugar-coating i...

The Wallabies blinked. The Lions pounced. And now, it’s do-or-die at the ‘G.

In this latest episode of Rugby Unity, host David Pembroke is joined once again by two of the game’s sharpest minds — former Wallaby coach Ewen McKenzie and former England and Australia head coach Eddie Jones — Together they undertake a tactical breakdown of the first Lions Test and offer a no nonsense preview of the second.

Was the Wallabies’ late comeback ...

Can the Wallabies shock the rugby world and beat the British and Irish Lions?

Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie think they can.

In Rugby Unity’s Lions Test preview, David Pembroke is joined by coaching heavyweights Jones and McKenzie who offer a clear plan for how the for how Australia can ambush the British & Irish Lions in Brisbane.

It relies on tempo, disruption, taking risks and putting the Lions in the ‘’Brisbane Sauna’’.

Joi...

It’s Test Week. At last.

The tour has been limping along– but now it’s time for the main event. The first showdown between the British & Irish Lions and the Wallabies is here, and Rugby Unity is on the frontlines.

Joining host David Pembroke are former Wallaby Ben Alexander and RugbyPass journalist Finn Morton for a midweek deep dive into latest news and views before Saturday’s match.

The trio break down:

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What happens when a Brumbies legend takes the top job in World Rugby?

In this milestone episode of Rugby Unity, David Pembroke sits down with Dr Brett Robinson, the new Chairman of World Rugby. This isn’t just a catch-up between two mates — it’s a front-row seat to rugby’s future.

With no Eddie this week, Pemby goes deep on the off-field playbook:

• How do we unify a fractured global game?
• Can rugby finally fix its finances?
• Is th...

The Lions are building momentum — but can the Wallabies match their fire?

In this episode of Rugby Unity, David Pembroke and Eddie Jones unpack the final weekend before the first Test — from refereeing chaos to crowd energy and everything in between.

It’s a critical moment for Australian rugby — on the pitch and in the stands.

Topics covered:

• Tactical breakdown of Springboks v Ireland, Fiji v Scotland, and the flat Adelaide match
• Ed...

The British and Irish Lions rolled through Canberra — and while the rugby hit hard, the atmosphere didn’t. This week on Rugby Unity, David Pembroke and Eddie Jones break down what’s working, what’s missing, and what must change.

From the Brumbies' brave but outgunned performance to Gibson-Park’s box-kicking masterclass, we analyse the tactics, the test selections, and the talent gaps between north and south. Is Finn Russell the most...