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100 Days out from the World Cup we wrap up the Magners League and Aviva Premiership Finals. We also talk French Rugby and talk Super Rugby with Ewen McKenzie following that epic match between the Reds and Crusaders.

Heineken Cup and other comps wrap with Les Kiss. Scottish scrumhalf Chris Cusiter on his world cup hopes and why he’s playing in the Sydney Club Premiership. Ewen McKenzie on Super Rugby.

Northampton Saints take on Leinster in the Heineken Cup Final in Cardiff this weekend and we get the final word from our Irish Defence Coach guru Les Kiss. As the Michael Paler image shows above, the Saints went through a tough Aviva Premiership semi-final against Leicester Tigers. A place in next season’s Heineken Cup is up for grabs for Stade Francais and Harlequins who meet in the Amlin Cup decider. As usual with cover the Southern Hemisphere as well. Brumbies stand-in coach Tony Rea is a good friend of Les Kiss and we get Les’ opinion plus another listen to the tirade. In the picture below you can see a couple of snaps of the Waratahs Fan Forum. We were there and it was brutal. Fans vented their frustration over the NSW style of play.

The finals have arrived in the north – Les Kiss covers Heineken Cup, Magners League and Aviva Premiership. We have the Super Rugby top of the table showdown between the Reds and Blues this weekend and Ewen McKenzie reports in. In the wake of the Melbourne Rebels drama surrounding Danny Cipriani we talk Team Culture – Making the Change, in our In-Depth Analysis.

Wallabies and former Leinster match winner Rocky Elsom talks all things Heineken Cup and World Cup. Nick Stiles on Super Rugby.

Fast and furious with Ewen McKenzie back from South Africa and ready to take on the Bulls for another winning streak record for the Reds. Heineken Cup with Les Kiss and Kurtley Beale heads to the Rebels.

Heineken Cup action and Super Rugby coverage at its best with Les Kiss and Nick Stiles. Our In-Depth Analysis is – CONSISTENCY.

What a win by Ireland to prevent England winning the Grand Slam! Les Kiss talks in depth about the victory and 6 Nations wash up. Adam Freier talks openly about the Rebels and Super Rugby. We also discuss the booing of the Waratahs after their shock loss to the Cheetahs and how far is too far when it comes to criticism.

It’s been a controversial weekend in 6 Nations – Ireland are fuming over the illegal lineout that led to a crucial Welsh try. England’s slam is still on and we chat with Bath prop David Flatman. Nick Stiles talks Super Rugby and the Force’s heartbreaking draw against the Auckland Blues. In-Depth Analysis is SEALING OFF.

What a week ahead. 6 Nations reaches a vital stage and Les Kiss talks about the challenge of Wales for Ireland and Scotland for England. Super Rugby continues with Reds coach Ewen McKenzie breaking a long standing hoodoo by beating the Brumbies. In-Depth Analysis is TEAM BONDING – Part 3 – 30 Man Squads.

A tragic week with a devastating earthquake destroying much of Christchurch. We look to Rugby to provide an escape but also inspiration for our Kiwi mates. 6 Nations resumes this weekend with England to face France in a blockbuster. Ewen McKenzie talks Super Rugby and In-Depth Analysis is TEAM BONDING – Part 2.

Cracking 6 Nations analysis this week. Les Kiss joins us from the Ireland bunker after their dramatic loss to France. England power on against Italy and Wales hit back against Scotland. Super Rugby kicks off this weekend and we’re joined by new panel member, former Wallaby now assistant coach of the Western Force, Nick Stiles. In-Depth Analysis is back and we start the first of a three week series about TEAM BONDING.

The Six Nations is underway and we get straight into the analysis of England’s 26-19 win over Wales in Cardiff. It’s a cracking start to the 6N with matches in Rome and Paris to come. Les Kiss joins us from Italy ahead of Ireland’s match and we look ahead to Sunday’s clash between France and Scotland. Super Rugby is less than two weeks away and we check out the latest trial form.

We’re down to the final 8 of the Heineken Cup and the 6 Nations is on our doorstep. So much to look forward to over the coming weeks. RuggaMatrix checks in with our good friend Peter Hewat in Japan. He’s about to play in a Grand Final for Suntory but he’s also across the world game. Super Rugby is also about to kickoff in the South and we cross to Ewen McKenzie for the latest news on trial matches. There’s plenty to cover .. so don’t waste another moment .. start downloading now!

This is a special show. The Queensland Reds are in the middle of a massive natural disaster and we cross to Ewen McKenzie for a ‘live’ report. Widespread flooding has claimed property and lives … and the Reds are doing their best to help out. The team’s Super Rugby preparations have been severely disrupted and we find out how they are coping. Elsewhere the Heineken Cup is heading for an incredible showdown this weekend – Les Kiss has the latest. Our special guest is All Blacks lock Ali Williams. Ali joins us from his English base where he’s playing for Nottingham. The club has allowed Ali to make his comeback from an Achilles tendon injury before returning to Super Rugby. We discuss his hopes for the World Cup and his dream of making the All Blacks once more.

Welcome to 2011 and our first show of this World Cup year. Les Kiss reports on the progress in Europe since the Autumn Internationals and what countries need to do … to be a force in New Zealand later in the year. England’s big management overhaul? Good or bad? If good … what about the timing? Super Rugby teams are back training for a new competition in the south. We cross to Ewen McKenzie who is right in the middle of preparations for his second year at the Reds.

Due out Christmas Day but a few gremlins delayed the roll out of this annual festive show. This week we travel to the home of Greg Growden for a chat about his latest book Inside The Wallabies. But it’s much more than flogging a book, it’s an in depth look at following the game from the point of view of one of the game’s leading writers. Greg’s been covering the game for 30 years and he’s ideally suited to giving us a candid look at how the game has evolved in that time. It’s a meaty conversation with plenty in the chat whether you’re in Townsville or Glasgow. Of course we have copies to give away and all you have to do is write in 25 words or less why you deserve one. Email your entry through to admin@ruggamatrix.com before MIDNIGHT GMT, Wednesday, 5th January 2011. Good luck, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Team RuggaMatrix.

It’s the last show before Christmas. Les Kiss reports in from the Bath v Ulster clash and we talk Heineken Cup in depth. The scrum remains a talking point and Ewen McKenzie sets the scene for Super Rugby 2011. It’s our second last show for the year so download today!

2 years in the making we reflect on shows past with special guests Eddie Jones and Bob Dwyer. We also reveal the winner of our Limerick competition. Awesome prizes are on their way to one clever listener.

The Scots are now 6th in the world rankings and we just had to check in with the victorious camp. Scottish and Lions (plus Warringah Rats) legend Gregor Townsend is our special guest. The attack coach of Scotland under Andy Robinson, Gregor gives us the close up look at the tactics they used to plot the downfall of the Springboks. We also check in with Les Kiss in camp with Ireland after their pulsating Test against New Zealand at Aviva Stadium. Another defeat but plenty of positives to take out of the match. There's a full review of the other main matches including England v South Africa. IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS - Fatigue ... The Warning Signs. What are the first clues when fatigue sets in? How do you manage your tiring players?