What a Lad

I know everyone will remember Sean Maitlands beautiful stride as he galloped down the field, what an athlete and what a journey he has had! From growing up in Tokoroa, to playing for the British and Irish Lions and everything in between!

In this episode of What a Lad, Sean opens up about his career for the first time on a podcast and he did not disappoint, some parts that stood out for me in this episode were…

- Growing up in Tokoroa alongside Quade Cooper and Isaac John
- Playing for Waikato at just 17 while still at school
- Walking into a Crusaders changing room full of his childhood idols
- His experience during the devastating 2011 Christchurch earthquake
- Missing out on the All Blacks and making the decision to head overseas
- How quickly everything happened after joining Glasgow and Scotland
- Being selected for the British & Irish Lions after only a handful of Tests
- The incredible culture and team trips behind Saracens' success
- Knowing when it was finally time to call time on his career
And heaps more!

As you'll hear, Sean is an absolute lad who has experienced just about everything the game has to offer, he's played with almost every rugby legend alive and there are some incredible stories in this one. Enjoy!
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Well that's the Greatest Rivalry tour all done and dusted and it was a tour that lived up to the hype. This tour had high expectations but after producing 4 incredible tests full with intensity, quality rugby and of course some controversy, everything about this series was a success.
South Africa proved why they are the number 1 side in the world claiming the series 3–1, so where does that leave the All Blacks heading towards the Rugby World Cup?

For this episode I'm joined by Searley as we cover:

How the Springboks won the final Test
What areas of the game cost the All Blacks in this one
We look at the controversial refereeing decisions that shaped the game
Why South Africa’s cohesion is such a major advantage
The All Blacks who raised their stocks during the tour
The positions still up for grabs ahead of the World Cup
The players who are to return to the All Blacks and where they fit
South Africa’s best performers and stock risers, including Malcolm Marx and Morné van den Berg
And heaps more

South Africa have confirmed themselves as the best team in the world — but after using 49 players on tour, there are still plenty of reasons for New Zealand fans to feel optimistic.
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The final Test of the Greatest Rivalry Tour is here, with the All Blacks and Springboks heading to Baltimore for one last showdown!
South Africa lead the series 2-1 after two huge wins at home, but what's install for this one!?

Searley is back to break down everything ahead of the final Test, including Richie Mo’unga’s return to the No.10 jersey, Ethan Blackadder’s massive opportunity, the battle at scrum time and whether the All Blacks can find a way to nullify the Springboks’ biggest strengths.
We also look at South Africa naming another incredibly strong side, what playing in Baltimore could mean for the game, the importance of the bench, and why this could almost feel like a preview of a potential World Cup quarter-final.

Can the All Blacks level the series in Baltimore, or will the Springboks finish the tour with three straight wins?

Let me know your prediction in the comments!
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The All Blacks vs Springboks Greatest Rivalry Tour continues to deliver, with another massive Test match that had everything!

Bryn Hall joins me to break down the third Test, where the All Blacks produced some outstanding rugby early before the Springboks once again showed why they’re the best in the world, using their set-piece in particular their scrum to take control of the match.

We also dive into Jordie Barrett’s incredible form, the impact of losing Ardie Savea, the controversial yellow card, South Africa’s scrum dominance, Jessie Kriels form and Man of the Match Ethan Hooker.

We also look ahead to the final Test in Baltimore. Will Richie Mo’unga get his opportunity? How will the All Blacks replace their injured stars? And can New Zealand level the series 2-2, or will the Springboks finish it off 3-1?

Let me know what stood out for you in this test match in the comments!

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The Greatest Rivalry Tour is all square at 1-1 and Test Three is set to be massive!

Bryn Hall joins me to break down where the All Blacks can improve, the Springboks’ set-piece dominance, the kicking battle, scrum tactics and the key selections ahead of another huge Test in South Africa.

We also look at Cheslin Kolbe’s move to fullback, Cam Roigard’s influence, Asafa Aumua getting his opportunity to start and finish with our score and man of the match predictions.

Who do you think is going to win this one?
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