Nicholas Halsey

Rugby Punt-it

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From couch coaches to certified Punt-its, this is rugby, unfiltered. Whether you’re chasing bragging rights in Superbru, stuck in traffic with the taxis hooting, or gearing up for a proper braai with the tjoms, Ronnie and Nick have you covered. New episodes every Monday. we break it down, build it up, and give you the edge where it matters, in Superbru and in the group chat.

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Nicholas Halsey

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Sports

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www.rugbypuntit.co.za

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

ZEBRE CROSSING 29.01.2025

Heads, shoulders, knee’s of glass... It was a mixed bag of URC action over the weekend as more Boks end up on the injury list. the Jukskei derby, the backfire of the 6/2 split and the big but skeptical win in Wales. Join us as we delve into the upcoming 6 Nations and drop our predictions for the tournament winners and wooden spooners.

Theirs To Lose 15.01.2025

Coconut trees or it’s not a beach... Nick & Ronnie are back after a cracking weekend of Champions & Challenge Cup rugby. It wasn’t all doom & gloom but My Fok Tjom it wasn’t all that pretty. Some skillful scrums, slick handling and loads of epic tries kept us glued to our screens and were here to cover it all. Join us for the chat.

SEASON 5 COMING 14 JANUARY 08.01.2025

Season 5 is almost here! Nick and Ronnie are back on Rugby Punt-it , ready to tackle the URC, Champions Cup, Six Nations, Varsity Cup, and the road to the British & Irish Lions tour. Plus, we’ll reveal our Superbru picks—whether they’re genius or “what were they thinking?” Expect expert analysis, bold banter, and the occasional bad prediction. Think you can outsmart us? Join the chaos and subs...

NOT SO SUPER BRU 12.11.2024

IN A WEEKEND FULL OF UPSETS, NONE WERE MORE UPSET THAN THE IRISH. THE SOUTH CAME OUT FIRING AND WE WERE DEALT A NUMBER OF TOP CLASS FIXTURES. THE BOKS GOT THEIR TOUR OFF TO A WINNING, ALBEIT SLOW START WHILST THE WALLABIES DEALT ENGLAND A BLOW RIGHT IN THEIR TWICKERS. TUNE IN AS WE COVER ALL THE ACTION

THE SPRINGBOK FINN-ESS 06.11.2024

The Autumn Nations Series is upon us and this weekend brings no less than 10 tests to sink our teeth into. Nick & Ronnie are back to bring you all the action as the All blacks look to stop the luck of the Irish, the wallabies are out to silence the English and the Bokke look to impose their physicality in Murrayfield.

Champs of the Rugby Champs 02.10.2024

Locksmiths, pitch invaders, strange Boerie and a first trip to Hennie's as we went down to the Lowveld to watch the Bokke win the Rugby Championship. Money Manie came out firing, the Malmesbury Missile bagged 2 and Eben became our most capped Bok in the perfect end to the Southern Hemisphere season. We now turn our attention North for the URC and end of year tour.

Second Half's & Second Chances 25.09.2024

The Bokke let one slip in Argentina as Los Pumas have now toppled all three of their Southern rivals to line up a final in Nelspruit. We take a delve into where the Bokke went wrong, whilst also looking ahead to the final round of the Rugby Championship. The Wallabies came close, can they come a little closer? Just where will the log tally-up come Saturday night.

Friends and Foes 04.09.2024

We're joined by our bud Dan from Short Ball Rugby for a lekker chat about Rugby's biggest rivalry. We cover all the weekends action before turning our attention forward to what will be a massive test in Cape Town. Blind rankings, the risks of a 6/2 and the fight for the Freedom Cup. Can the Wallabies make it 2 in a row? Will the Bokke take it to 4? Tune in for the chat.

Behind Enemy Lines 28.08.2024

It was a big weekend for the Saffa's in Perth a week ago, whilst the Blacklash put the Los back into the Pumas. We then turn our attention towards round 3 of the Rugby Championship. Some bold selection calls from Dr Erasmus, thinning lock stocks and the 6/2 split. Fleeing Felix, Leon, and Eddie's big win round out the show. Tune in for all the action.

Brisberg to Perthoria 15.08.2024

That's a nice table... and we're not only talking about the Rugby Championship. The Win Pumas, the waning Wallabies and the World Cup Finalists all dished up some interesting results as the Southern Hemisphere season got underway. Where's the scrum? Kolbe's cameo's and the big Gus Creevy round out the show as we bring you all the weekends action.

New Rules, Old Tricks 07.08.2024

SANZAAR has shaken up the rule book as the Rugby Championship is set to get underway. Rassie's squad shows that its about both quality and quantity as Sacha gets the nod at 10 for the Brisbane job. Kwagga the Swiss Army Knife, Razors new captain and beer bets with our Aussie mate Scrum bags. We've cover it all as the Southern Hemisphere season gets underway

July Wrap Up 24.07.2024

Bloem Harm and picking a snore as we drove down to the city of the roses. Portugal rose to the occasion as temperatures dropped and many of the next generation got their first go. We delve into all the weekends action as well as Ronnie's dismal showing on Superbru despite Spain making history as predicted. We also cast our eyes ahead to the Rugby Championship and the Bok squad.

Captain of the Caps 17.07.2024

Salmaan becomes the 66th Bok Captain as he leads out a new look Springbok 23 against Portugal in Bloem. The Irish broke South African hearts down in Durban, whilst the All Blacks & Wallabies notched up series clean sweeps. The physical battle has left Rassie with a long injury list as the Rugby Championship looms. Tune in as we take you through all of the weekends action.

Vis-à-Vis 10.07.2024

Whilst new visa rules may have been implemented, it won't stop the Boks & Ireland from going face to face in Durban. Razor's close shave dished up a debut for Fin Baxter and Joe Schmidt got the Wallabies rebuild underway. Oh Canada, new TMO protocols, shot clock chaos and chasing lost causes. We cover all the international action in this weeks episode.

DEPTHS OF EXPERIENCE 03.07.2024

Miss by an inch, miss by a mile as Ronnie makes use of his hulp my trap. Rassie’s top class shithousery, missing members, delayed broadcasts and mending fences lead us into the international season. there’s loads to cover as new coaches & new players kick off the next World Cup cycle. Catch us every Wednesday

Binne Buite See You Later 26.06.2024

Glasgow were true warriors as they silenced the 50 000 strong Loftus faithful. The Springboks unleashed yet another pesky scrum capped winger, whilst Caleb Clarke was tearing it up in the Super Rugby final. Everybody was Kung fu Fassi, Ronnie isn't hip enough and Nick is representing the souties on Kom Ons Braai. We take a look at the Bok squad and gear up for an action packed international season...

RUB OF THE GREEN 19.06.2024

Dubai fame, Irish implosions, and the cotton wool conundrum. Not only are we into finals week of the URC which sees the Bulls hosting Glasgow, but Dr Erasmus has named his first Springbok side of the 2024 season. There is plenty to chat about as we take a look at the 4 debutants, Koch's 50th and Hendrikse at 10. Tune in for the chat

1 for Maul & Maul for 1 05.06.2024

It was a fight that went down to the wire for places on the URC log & our Superbru as the season heads into the play-off stages. A smug Ronnie and Nick on the wing make for a good laugh, whilst we look ahead to the weekends quarter-final match ups. The Bulls take the SA shield and are sitting pretty as the Sharks and Lions players look to make the cut to face Wales. What exactly goes into maki...

Not Here To Louse 29.05.2024

That's a wrap for the Champions & Challenge Cups as Toulouse & the Sharks take their titles. Ronnie's Kudu horn, the Dupont 4, some Siya Masuku magic and Wincent Koch casually adding a 50:22 to his accolades are all the talk. We take a look ahead to the last round of URC action and dish out some prizes to our Superest of Bru's. Tune in for the chat.

1 Point to Prove 23.05.2024

The Champions & Challenge Cup finals are here and the Sharks are ready to swim in unfamiliar waters as the 1st SA side to make the European comp's final. There was also plenty of action in the URC, from roaring Lions to a big Storm in Ireland, one round remains to make the top 8. From clutch Manie, to the Bulls favors and the World's best 9, we've got it all covered. Tune in for the chat.

Bold, Brilliant & Never Again 15.05.2024

Whilst Ronnie is dealing with Boats and Sardines in Spain, the Bulls had a close shave at home and the Sharks were struggling to Boks above their weight. World Rugby's on the rampage and the Baby Blacks claim the first U20 Championship title and RG Snyman takes centre stage. It's all about the URC this week as the race for finals continues. Tune in for the chat.

Finals & Final Chances 08.05.2024

From the Joe Marler slap & tap, to the awards ceremonies in May. We bring you all the crazy action from the weekends Champions & Challenge Cup semi's. Could Tyrone Greene be wearing Green soon? Ronnie's continued fence hopping will have Sharks fans frustrated, whilst Elton pops his head out and Brown gets his tucked in. We've also got your upcoming URC fixtures covered.

Props to the Props 03.05.2024

Thomas the Tank, Big Brok, Owen the Frank, Sampie Swiegers and Neethling Fouche were propping the game up whilst the URC play-off race got even more heated. Plenty of action is waiting us this weekend in the Champions & Challenge Cups as Belinda joins Nick & Ronnie to preview it all. Dr Erasmus, Our Stoep and the the Frans Ludeke surprise. Tune in for the chat ahead of a big weekend.

Oh when the Saints... 24.04.2024

We've got a ton to catch up on as the Champions & Challenge Cup's head to the Semi's. The Bulls got Munstered after Jake ruffled feathers. Then there were the opportunistic Ospreys, the shaky Sharks and a Lions side that sent Leinster packing. The Worlds best 9? Ronnie's spin off, Masuku magic and the Crusaders fall from grace all come up. Catch us every Wednesday.

Points of Difference 10.04.2024

The wind may be fast in Cape Town, but the highways certainly aren't. It's all about chasing lost causes and playing to the whistle as we head into the quarter-finals. Travel troubles, prosecutions, the Fijian Drua melt down & Fozzie's World XV all feature. It was a weekend for the 9's, but who will be the next point of difference as we preview the upcoming fixtures. Catch us every Wednesday.

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