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All You Need to Know About the Lions

Rugby Mafia

Sports

Frequency: 1 episode/1d. Total Eps: 71

From player profiles and behind-the-scenes insights to expert tips and tour updates, All You Need to Know About the Lions is your go-to podcast for everything Lions-related. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a curious newcomer, we break down the stories, stats, and standout moments shaping the squad in 2025 and beyond.

The podcast comes from The Rugby Mafia - operating quietly from a disused wine cellar in caves in the hills above Blaydon and a deconsecrated church in the back streets of darkest Manchester

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#91

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Lions 12 - 22 Australia - The Final Chapter

Season 1 · Episode 69

Sunday, August 3, 2025 • Duration 05:18

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 the Wallabies turned the tables—dominating the breakdown, tightening their defence, and exposing Lions vulnerabilities. We spotlight standout performers, tactical shifts, and what this result means in the broader context of the 2025 tour. One last blow traded in a bruising battle. All, as always, in five minutes.

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Lions 29 - 26 Australia

Season 1

Sunday, July 27, 2025 • Duration 04:45

The Lions have clinched the series with a nail-biting 29–26 victory over the Wallabies in a pulsating second Test. In this five-minute podcast, The Rugby Mafia recap the drama—last-gasp tackles, pin-point kicking, and moments of raw intensity. We break down how the Lions held their nerve under pressure, the Wallabies’ brave resurgence, and what this result means for the legacy of the 2025 tour. Series won—but lots to look forward to in the final test and we ponder the implications for the wide game. All in five minutes.

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Lions 24 - 19 First Nations & Pasifika XV

Season 1 · Episode 68

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 • Duration 04:41

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 anything but routine. We highlight key performances, moments of pressure, and areas where the Lions will need to sharpen up ahead of the next Test. A tough contest—and a timely reminder that nothing comes easy on tour. All in five minutes

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The Wallabies - Secrets Up Sleeves?

Season 1 · Episode 67

Sunday, July 20, 2025 • Duration 04:43

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 and potential selection changes the Wallabies may unleash to level the series. Will fresh faces make the difference? Can Australia exploit Lions' weaknesses exposed in Sydney? Join us as we decode the likely shifts in strategy—and the secrets the Wallabies might just have up their sleeves. All in five minutes.

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Lions 27 - 19 Australia (First Test)

Season 1 · Episode 66

Sunday, July 20, 2025 • Duration 05:22

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 tide, assess standout performances from both sides, and examine what this result means heading into the second Test. From dominant set-pieces to defensive resilience—and a few moments of brilliance—this is your essential five-minute recap of a pulsating encounter Down Under. All in five minutes.

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Omertà "Bene rubato" (Bonus) - Alma Mater - Schools matter

Season 1 · Episode 65

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 • Duration 05:56

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 - Prep Schools and Comprehensives 'steal a march' on the rest, shaping futures before a player ever pulls on a pro jersey. From scholarships to scouting, tradition to tactical development - simple hard work, sporting brilliance and academic excellence go hand in hand. That's education's ultimate achievement and something we can all be proud to be part of. In five minutes The Rugby Mafia explore why alma mater matters, how schoolboy rugby fuels the professional game, and passes down the future of Rugby to a new generation.

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Omertà #6 - The Kicking Conundrum

Season 1 · Episode 64

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 • Duration 05:38

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 explores why teams choose to give up possession—and how the best kickers turn it into a weapon. With insights into playmakers, fullbacks, and coaches, we examine the balance between pressure and precision, territory and turnover. Is the boot a safety valve, a statement, or a science? All in five minutes.

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Omertà #5 - Lions in Defence: Blitz or Drift?

Season 1 · Episode 63

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 • Duration 06:40

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 rewards of each system—aggressive line speed versus calculated containment—and how total reliance on Shaun Edwards’ blitz legacy clashes with the demands of modern attacking rugby. Featuring expert insights and current tour data, The Rugby Mafia ask: which system best suits the Lions’ personnel, and could one wrong call make all the difference? All in five minutes.

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Omertà #4 - Turnovers: The Day of the Jackal

Season 1 · Episode 62

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 • Duration 05:09

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 turnover. From the rise of the specialist jackaler to the evolution of laws around the ruck, we unpack how this once-murky skill became a cornerstone of modern rugby. Featuring insights from elite opensides and breakdown technicians, this is a tribute to the game’s ultimate opportunists—those who steal, survive, and swing the tide.

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Omertà #3 - Line-outs Unveiled

Season 1 · Episode 61

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 • Duration 04:32

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 launchpad for dominance. The Rugby Mafia unpack the tactical mind-games: from touch-kick placement to lifting technique, disruptive defence, and the nuanced communication that keeps rival jumpers guessing. With perspectives encompassing elite locks, hookers, and jumpers, this episode lifts the veil on how eight players, one thrower, and sheer timing turn a simple throw-in into strategic battleground. All in five minutes

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