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Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 5 - Steve Noble Rugby Asia
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Inside Rugby Asia: Challenges & Triumphs with Steve Noble | Rugby Through the Leagues Podcast
Join us in this episode of Rugby Through the Leagues Podcast, where our host sits down with Steve Noble from Rugby Asia 24/7. The conversation spans the landscape of rugby in Asia, discussing the challenges of governance, the impact of expats, and the incredible grassroots initiatives despite political and financial hurdles. Steve shares his insights on the potential for growth in regions like UAE, China, and Cambodia, the opportunities and issues faced by teams like Hong Kong China, and what it would mean for these nations to compete on the world stage. Don't miss this deep dive into the complexities and future opportunities for rugby in Asia.
00:00 Introduction and Recap of Last Episode
00:25 Guest Introduction: Steve Noble
01:04 Steve's Rugby Journey
02:50 Rugby Documentaries and Springbok Fans
05:22 Lions Series Predictions
10:04 Cambodia Rugby: Grassroots to Growth
14:49 Challenges in Asia Rugby Governance
19:51 Positives and Growth in Asia Rugby
24:03 Kazakhstan Women's Rugby Decline
27:34 China's Rugby Potential
34:11 Sevens Rugby and Governance Issues
48:19 Rugby in the Armed Forces
51:54 Middle East Rugby Growth
52:55 Historic Test Match for Bahrain
53:12 Challenges in Asian Rugby
54:01 Regional Rugby Developments
55:27 World Cup Qualification Efforts
56:59 Impact of Transient Expats
58:23 Political Tensions and Rugby
59:07 Future of Rugby in the Middle East
01:03:44 UAE's Rugby Prospects
01:05:36 Sri Lanka's Rugby Journey
01:09:02 Hong Kong, China Rugby Analysis
01:12:38 World Cup Qualification Scenarios
01:30:51 Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
01:38:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Chapters
1. Introduction and Recap of Last Episode (00:00:00)
2. Guest Introduction: Steve Noble (00:00:25)
3. Steve's Rugby Journey (00:01:04)
4. Rugby Documentaries and Springbok Fans (00:02:50)
5. Lions Series Predictions (00:05:22)
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