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Rugby and league in the 80s was wild… 😂☠️#nrl #rugbyleague #nzsport

November 13, 202400:59
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the great all black second row P M he
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played for the All Blacks with a broken
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arm one day I lost five teeth one day
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one night playing I had a mouth guard in
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I was sort of came to on the ground went
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to put me mouth guard cuz something was
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sticking out of my mouth and it wouldn't
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fit and I looked at me mouth guard and
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there was all these teeth lined up and
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they' broken off of my gum line which is
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painful let me tell you I shook the
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teeth out and went to put the mouth
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guard in but me teeth had been put in so
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I had to rearrange my teeth and put the
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mouth guard in the expectation for me to
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play on was of course you's got to play
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on so what did you lost some teeth you
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know big deal you know and how have your
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tties gone over the years yeah pretty
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good really I mean when I did get
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punched in the gurgly um also cut me I
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still I played on well I walked on I was
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walking like like about up the footy
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field the guy that did it to me broke
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the line and it was like it was a big
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game it was a final you and he thank the
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Lord just ran straight at me cuz if he
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run a foot either side of me I wouldn't
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be able to tackle him he ran straight at
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me so I hit him with an elbow and broke
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his jaw and took all his teeth here and
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so we were Square

Podspun Insights

In this episode, listeners are treated to a wild ride through the gritty world of rugby, as a former player recounts his jaw-dropping experiences on the field. With a broken arm and a mouthful of missing teeth, he shares the brutal realities of the sport, where pain is just part of the game. The stories unfold with a mix of humor and intensity, showcasing the camaraderie and fierce competition that defines rugby culture. From the moment he lost five teeth in a single match to the unforgettable final where he exacted revenge with a well-placed elbow, each tale is more outrageous than the last. This episode isn’t just about the physical toll of the sport; it’s a celebration of resilience, the spirit of competition, and the bonds formed in the heat of battle. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the most painful experiences can lead to the most memorable stories, and that in rugby, as in life, you’ve got to play on, no matter what. Buckle up for a rollercoaster of emotions, laughter, and a few jaw-dropping moments that will leave you both entertained and inspired.

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  • 85
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  • 85
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Episode Highlights

  • Playing Through Pain
    He played for the All Blacks with a broken arm and lost five teeth during a game.
    “You lost some teeth? Big deal!”
    @ 00m 25s
    November 13, 2024
  • A Game of Inches
    In a crucial final, he tackled an opponent who ran straight at him, leading to a jaw injury.
    “Thank the Lord he ran straight at me!”
    @ 00m 47s
    November 13, 2024

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Injury and Resilience00:02
  • Lost Teeth00:03
  • Tackling a Challenge00:47