Episode 53: Stirling Mortlock on Intercepts, Investment & the Evolution of Rugby

In Episode 53 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Wallabies legend Stirling Mortlock to talk about going from fourth-grade Colts to Test captain, how writing down his goals changed his life, and why he's now betting on the future of sport through XV Capital.Stirling shares the inside story of that famous intercept try against the All Blacks in the 2003 World Cup, the pressure of goal-kicking under stadium lights, and what it was like leading Australia through rugby’s shifting landscape. He opens up about learning from the greats, managing the mental side of elite performance, and why he believes rugby is still a game of chess—if you’re willing to take the hits.Now in the business world, he reflects on the rise of sports tech, athlete-owned IP, digital twins, and how blockchain, AI and quantum computing are reshaping fan engagement and high-performance sport.🏉 Grit, leadership, and the mindset behind one of Australia’s toughest sporting figures—on and off the field.📌 Subscribe for more athlete and founder stories and insights.Follow us at:w: www.scoreboardpodcast.cominsta: @scoreboardpody: https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcastp: Partnership opportunities – [email protected]#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast