Did Jaden go too far… or was it just classic knockout rugby?The Sharks edged Munster in an absolutely wild URC quarterfinal, but it wasn’t just about the rugby—it was about the drama. From Jaden Hendrikse's antics to penalty shootouts, and a whole lot of chaos, this one had everything except great rugby.On this Lekker Rugby Pod Instant Reaction, Harry Jones and MW Welman unpack:✅ Jaden Hendrikse—clever, cynical, or both?✅ Sharks trying their best to blow it✅ Iceman Bradley Davids and the clutch kick✅ What this war of attrition means for their Bulls semifinalUgly, chaotic, unforgettable—and now Jaden’s at the centre of the talking points!

After a nervy first half, the Bulls found their spark and stormed past Edinburgh in the second URC quarterfinal at Loftus Versfeld—and the Lekker Rugby Pod crew is here with your instant reaction!MW Welman was on the ground at Loftus, soaking in the atmosphere, the altitude, and the second-half surge. Alongside Harry Jones, he breaks down what went wrong in the first 40, what Jake White must have said at halftime, and how the Bulls' power game finally crushed a feisty Edinburgh outfit.Expect classic Lekker Rugby analysis: sharp, snarky, and straight to the ruck.📍 Loftus was rocking. The Bulls are marching. And Jake White is smiling.

Harry Jones gives his immediate and unfiltered reaction after watching the Stormers bow out of the URC playoffs with a whimper in Glasgow. Against the defending champions, the men from Cape Town simply didn’t pitch up—and Harry isn’t sugarcoating it.The Warriors were clinical, composed, and physical. The Stormers? Lacking bite, energy, and that signature South African grit.Join Harry, a loyal Stormers supporter, as he vents, analyses the no-show, and—yes—half-jokes about backing the Bulls going forward.⚠️ Warning: contains rugby heartbreak, mild despair, and a few laughs.

We got the boss!Vodacom Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone joins the Lekker Rugby Pod for a no-holds-barred look at what really drives one of world rugby’s powerhouse clubs — and trust us, it’s not just the players on the pitch.In this revealing Episode 80, Harry Jones and MW Welman get Edgar talking about everything from squad chaos to stadium secrets — and the future of SA rugby in a world of soccer, concerts and freak injuries!This episode delivers:✅ What it takes to run the Bulls like a rugby superbrand✅ Loftus Versfeld: traffic, toilets, and why beer costs R45✅ Rugby video games? Maybe. But not if they suck.✅ How test match cash really works (spoiler: free tickets don’t help)✅ Managing 57 elite players on split schedules and enforced holidays✅ Why the Bulls HAVE to win — on the field and in the boardroom✅ Plus: Harry volunteers as food tester, and we’re still not sure if he was joking!This is the ultimate rugby CEO deep dive — bold, blunt, and brutally honest!

In the latest episode of the Lekker Rugby Pod, MW Welman and Harry Jones are joined by the unmistakable voice of South African rugby, Matt Pearce. Together, they explore Matt’s iconic broadcasting journey, his deep connection with the Springboks, and yes—what it’s like playing golf with Tony Brown!With the URC quarterfinals set to explode, the trio dives into each matchup involving the South African teams:Can the Bulls bounce back at Loftus against an Edinburgh side that beat them last time out?Will the Stormers have what it takes to dethrone the defending champs, Glasgow Warriors, in hostile Scottish territory?And is the showdown between the Sharks and Munster—the ultimate playoff operators—the game of the weekend?Expect fiery insights, bold predictions, and a few hilarious detours—especially when the live recording decides to misbehave.To cap it all off, Matt Pearce offers a heartfelt and moving tribute to the late Cornal Hendricks, celebrating the man, the player, and his legacy.An unmissable episode filled with rugby passion, playoff drama, and powerful moments.

In this episode of the Lekker Rugby Pod, MW Welman and Harry Jones are losing it — because the new Club World Cup format? It’s a joke.We unpack the controversy around the 2028 World Club Rugby Championship: why 8 European teams get in, why Super Rugby teams are treated differently, and why Japan gets an invite... while teams like Bath and Munster get left out.Plus, we dive into rugby’s ongoing discipline disaster — from the 20-minute red card rule to inconsistent officiating that’s driving fans mad.Also in this episode:✅ Johan van Graan’s coaching masterclass✅ The brutal truth about coaching pressures in rugby✅ Springbok coaching succession – who takes over after Rassie?✅ Challenge Cup final: Bath vs Lyon ✅ Champions Cup final: Saints vs Bordeaux✅ Updated Harry Index rankings and what’s wrong with the current club pecking order👉 Rugby justice. Ranking rants. Coaching chaos. It’s all here.👇 Let us know in the comments: Should the 20-min red card rule stay or go?🔔 Subscribe for more from Megafoon Rugby – the channel for the thinking rugby fan

Episode 77 of the Lekker Rugby Pod is here – and we’re diving head-first into EPCR Finals Weekend!With both the Challenge Cup and Champions Cup finals on the horizon, Harry Jones and MW Welman break down the big matchups, predict the outcomes, and unleash the latest version of the now-infamous Harry Index to see who’s really peaking at the business end of the season.🏉 Part 1 – Challenge Cup Final: Bath vs LyonIt's the South African storyline that has local fans talking: Can Johann van Graan, head coach of Bath Rugby, pull off a European trophy win? Bath’s road to the final has been impressive, but standing in their way is a physical and unpredictable Lyon outfit. Harry and MW dissect the tactics, key matchups, and what Bath will need to do to lift silverware.🧠 Key questions:– Will van Graan's tactical discipline outfox Lyon’s flair?– Can Bath’s South African influence tilt the game in their favour?📊 Part 2 – The Harry Index: End-of-Season Shake-UpWith the leagues wrapping up, the Harry Index is showing some strong trends – and a few spicy surprises. Which teams are rising at the perfect time, and who might be papering over cracks? Harry breaks down the rankings, explains his methodology, and reveals the teams that should have fans very nervous… or very excited.🚨 Spoiler: Bordeaux are sitting pretty at the top – and they’ve earned it.🏆 Part 3 – Champions Cup Final: Bordeaux vs Northampton SaintsThe headline act! Can Northampton Saints cap off a dream season with European glory, or will the top team on the Harry Index, Bordeaux-Bègles, assert their dominance? We look at the styles, the stars, and the stories – including a few sneaky predictions.🔥 Topics include:– Why Saints might be underrated going into this final– Can Bordeaux translate Top 14 form into European glory?– Tactical contrasts: free-flowing attack vs structured aggression

In Episode 76 of the Lekker Rugby Pod, Elrigh “The Sheriff” Louw—Bulls bruiser and Springbok rising star—joins Harry Jones and MW Welman for a candid and personal conversation.We dive deep into:✅ His ongoing recovery from a serious leg injury and the quite lonely journey it’s been so far✅ How his horse-riding roots shaped his toughness for rugby✅ The unforgettable thrill and pressure of his Springbok debut at Loftus Versfeld✅ The distinct worlds of Bulls vs. Springbok rugby—from preparation to expectations✅ Strategic insights on the ruck, inspired by rugby greats Duane Vermeulen and Richie McCaw✅ Lessons and trust built with World Cup-winning coach Jake WhiteElrigh shares the mental and physical challenges of rehab, the resilience required to keep pushing forward, and the evolving mindset of the Springboks—from underdogs to serious contenders.