All You Need to Know About the Lions Podcast
1) Lions 12 - 22 Australia - The Final Chapter
Australia roared back in the third Test with a commanding 22–12 win over the Lions, denying a series sweep and restoring pride on home soil. In this five-minute podcast, The Rugby Mafia analyse how th...Show More
2) Lions 24 - 19 First Nations & Pasifika XV
In this five-minute podcast, The Rugby Mafia unpack the Lions’ narrow 24–19 win over a spirited First Nations and Pasifika XV. From bruising collisions to flashes of brilliance, this clash was anythin...Show More
3) The Wallabies - Secrets Up Sleeves?
Second Test Preview: As the Lions celebrate their opening win, The Rugby Mafia turn the spotlight on Australia ahead of the second Test. In this five-minute preview, we explore the tactical surprises ...Show More
4) Lions 27 - 19 Australia (First Test)
In this episode, The Rugby Mafia break down the British & Irish Lions' hard-fought 27–19 victory over Australia in the opening Test of the 2025 series. We spotlight the key moments that turned the tid...Show More
5) Omertà "Bene rubato" (Bonus) - Alma Mater - Schools matter
In this bonus episode of Omertà from The Rugby Mafia, we turn our attention to the breeding grounds of rugby’s elite: the schools. Bene Rubato—"stolen goods"—reflects on how top rugby institutions - P...Show More
6) Omertà #6 - The Kicking Conundrum
In this final episode of Omertà, The Rugby Mafia unpack one of rugby’s most debated tactical tools: the kick. From spiral bombs to grubbers, cross-field chips to tactical exits, The Kicking Conundrum...Show More
7) Omertà #5 - Lions in Defence: Blitz or Drift?
In this penultimate episode of Omertà, we explore the tactical tug-of-war at the heart of the Lions’ defensive strategy: Blitz or Drift? As the Test series looms, we unpack the roots, risks, and rewar...Show More
8) Omertà #4 - Turnovers: The Day of the Jackal
In this episode of Omertà, The Rugby Mafia dive into the heart of the breakdown—where games are won and lost in split seconds. The Day of the Jackal explores the art, instinct, and danger of the turno...Show More
9) Omertà #3 - Line-outs Unveiled
Dive into rugby's vertical battlefield in Omertà episode 3—Line-outs Unveiled. Discover the secret choreography behind the calls, signals, and physical artistry that turn a dead-ball restart into a la...Show More
10) Omertà #2 - Scrums: A Controlled Chaos
Welcome back to Omertà, where The Rugby Mafia peel back rugby’s unspoken truths—and this episode, Scrums: A Controlled Chaos, delves into the primal core of the game. We probe the scrum’s delicate bal...Show More