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Easterby to lead Ireland while Farrell on Lions duty

Simon Easterby will coach Ireland's men's team in the 2025 Six Nations while Andy Farrell takes a sabbatical to coach the British & Irish Lions ahead of their tour to Australia next summer.

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ENGLAND 24 - 12 NEW ZEALAND

England lay down World Cup marker with statement New Zealand win

England have accepted the fact they will carry extra pressure and responsibility into next year's home World Cup, but if they do go all the way in 12-months' time and win the tournament, fans are in for an epic journey on and off the pitch.

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TRC

Can Wallabies persist with Slipper, Alaalatoa?

The ESPN Scrum Reset team react to the Wallabies' record-breaking defeat by Argentina and how a poor second-half scrummaging performance contributed to the loss.

3:52

Rugby

Rugby's shot clock needs further clarifying

The ESPN Scrum Reset look at the shot clock law variation being trialled in The Rugby Championship and how it could be improved following the Wallabies' dramatic win.

3:43

Rugby

Is it time Wallabies take Bledisloe back to Allianz?

With the Wallabies playing in front of decreasing Accor Stadium crowds, the ESPN Scrum Reset crew ask if the Bledisloe Cup should return to Moore Park.

3:03

Rugby

What does the future hold for Liam Wright?

The ESPN Scrum Reset discuss Liam Wright's shock promotion to the Wallabies captaincy and his performance against Wales, and whether he could keep the role?

3:46

Rugby

Has Nawaqanitawase played his final Test before NRL move?

The ESPN Scrum Reset team react to Mark Nawaqanitawase not being included in a Wallabies train-on squad, and answer if he'll play Test rugby before he switches codes.

3:09

Rugby

Why New Zealand rugby is on the verge of a civil war

New Zealand rugby reporter OIlie Ritchie joins the ESPN Scrum Reset podcast to explain why New Zealand Rugby is split down the middle on a governance vote.

3:01

Rugby

Do All Blacks need to loosen eligibility policy?

The ESPN Scrum Reset crew discuss the overseas signings of two young New Zealand playmakers, and is there a need for a "Giteau Law" across the ditch?

2:55

Rugby

Northern reaction to scrum changes 'farcical'

The ESPN Scrum Reset react to the free-kick law change that means teams will no longer be able to call a scrum, and criticism from the northern hemisphere.

3:25

Rugby

Is Razor worried by All Blacks' depth?

The ESPN Scrum Reset team discuss Scott Robertson's approach to Sam Whitelock and his push for a change in All Blacks eligibility that could see Richie Mo'unga play.

3:21

Rugby

Robertson urges NZR to be open-minded about player eligibility

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson hopes NZ Rugby will be open to overseas players being eligible for selection.

1:48

news - au nrl

Should Rugby Australia back out of Joseph Suaali'i deal?

The ESPN Scrum Reset team discuss reports Joseph Suaali'i may want to back out of his switch to rugby at the end of 2024, and could it be a win-win?

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