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All Blacks Legend Frano Botica On The Wild Old Days!

November 25, 202500:49
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Freno Bodica played in four black
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jerseys, the All Blacks, the Kiwis, the
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Moldi, and the Sevens.
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>> It was either that mate or go to work
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and so I was trying to prolong the go to
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work as much as long as I could.
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>> So you played for the All Blacks. Then
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you went to and played for Wigan for 5
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years and you were like a legend over
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there. The fastest player to score a
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thousand points.
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>> Yep. Yep. That was a big deal.
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>> Yeah, it was. I loved Wigan. Wigan's a
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hole. That's a hole, bro. But
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the people are amazing. I call him Mess
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once. So he goes, "Hey, if I look at you
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and I say, "Oi."
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It's not because I hate you. It's
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because I can't remember your name.
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Okay. And we're all, "Oh,
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>> what about Grant Fox?" Yeah. We sort of
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established earlier that your career in
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the All Blacks was sort of in his
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shadow. Was he like supportive and
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nurturing or did he see you as like a
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threat or an enemy?

Podspun Insights

In this episode, Freno Bodica takes listeners on a whirlwind tour of his rugby career, sharing tales of glory and grit while donning the iconic black jersey of the All Blacks. With a cheeky sense of humor, he reflects on his time in Wigan, where he became a legend for being the fastest player to score a thousand points. The banter flows as he playfully describes Wigan as 'a hole' but praises its people, revealing the camaraderie that makes the sport so special. The conversation dives into the dynamics of competition, particularly his relationship with Grant Fox, leaving listeners pondering the complexities of rivalry and support in sports. Bodica's candid storytelling not only entertains but also highlights the emotional rollercoaster of a professional athlete's journey, making this episode a must-listen for sports fans and casual listeners alike.

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Episode Highlights

  • Freno Bodica's Legacy
    Freno Bodica played for the All Blacks and became a legend at Wigan, scoring a thousand points.
    “The fastest player to score a thousand points.”
    @ 00m 15s
    November 25, 2025
  • Life in Wigan
    Despite calling Wigan a 'hole', Bodica appreciates the amazing people there.
    “Wigan's a hole. That's a hole, bro. But the people are amazing.”
    @ 00m 20s
    November 25, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • All Blacks Career00:11
  • Wigan Legend00:12
  • Memorable Quote00:27