Episode 150: After Twickenham, Only Three Coaches Truly Matter | Lekker Rugby Pod

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Episode 150 begins at Twickenham. Bernard Jackman joins Harry Jones and MW Welman to unpack Ireland’s dominant win and the bigger coaching questions it raises.Ireland did not just win. They controlled the game physically, emotionally and tactically. England did not just lose. Their structure looked rigid under pressure and their in-game adjustments fell short.We examine what changed for Ireland, the contrast between Andy Farrell’s leadership and Steve Borthwick’s approach, and why adaptability inside eighty minutes now separates the very best from the rest. From substitutions to tempo, from squad depth to game management, this performance forces a wider conversation about the current coaching hierarchy in world rugby.At one point in the discussion, a sharper idea emerges. Are there only three top coaches operating at the very highest level right now?

2026-02-25 47 min

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