Front Row Rugby

The All Blacks are finally doing it. New Zealand is heading to South Africa with a full tour lineup—hitting the Stormers, Bulls, Lions, Sharks, and three massive Tests, plus a fourth showdown in Baltimore for the Greatest Rivalry Series. But the real talk of the town? All Blacks coach Dave Rennie is rolling out a Springbok-style 6-2 Bomb Squad split and leaning into heavy-duty versatility like Tupou Vaa'i.

Have the Kiwis finally cottoned on to Rassie Erasmus's masterclass? Or is this copycat panic just a bit too late to stop the reigning kings of rugby?

Grab a pint, pull up a chair, and let's break down why trying to beat the Boks at their own game might just be a recipe for disaster for New Zealand.

This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube channel.

Why is World Rugby so afraid to learn from football? 🇿🇦⚽️

We’ve just witnessed a FIFA World Cup extravaganza that shattered records and captured the globe. Meanwhile, the powers that be in rugby seem determined to keep our sport a closed "old boys" shop. From an embarrassing World Cup draw that pits the world’s best against each other way too early to failing to capitalize on massive growth markets like the USA, it feels like an own goal after an own goal.

Is World Rugby actually trying to grow the game, or just protecting the establishment?

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how football does it differently ... and why rugby is stuck in the past. We’re talking massive viewership numbers, better distribution of wealth, and why our upcoming 2031 World Cup in the States is a make-or-break moment for the sport.

This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube channel.

The Springboks take on Wales in Durban on Saturday in the third round of the Nations Championship.

The world champions have again made wholesale changes for this match against an ever-improving Welsh outfit.

In this episode Peter delivers the ultimate preview for this exciting clash.

This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube channel.

SARU is leaving millions on the table, and it’s time we talked about why. 🇿🇦

We’ve all been there: Trying to get a custom Springbok jersey for a mate or a kid, only to find nothing but a blank back and a giant sponsor's logo. Meanwhile, the rest of the professional sports world is thriving on personalised kits, player names, and squad numbers.

Why are we stuck in the past while ticket prices skyrocket?

In this video, I break down exactly how SARU could turn a "grudge purchase" into a massive, fan-friendly revenue stream.

This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube channel.

The world champion Springboks were too good for Scotland at Loftus in Pretoria. But at several moments throughout the match South Africa, who were fielding a team with 11 changes from their last match, were made to sweat by the Scots.

In this episode Peter reviews what went down in South Africa's capital.

This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube channel.