Best Ireland Rugby Podcasts (2024)

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Rugby Daily | Latest on France trio Jegou, Auradou and Jaminet, U20 team named, Ulster coaching departure 3:29

2h ago3:29

3:29

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest on the French players detained in Argentina, and Melvyn Jaminet. Willie Faloon's rung the changes for Ireland's World U20 Championship 3rd place contest with New Zealand tomorrow. And there's a coaching departure from Ulster ahead of pre-season.…

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Stacey Flood | Irish Rugby 7s Star | Eying up Olympic opener with GB | Off the Ball 22:22

2d ago22:22

22:22

Aisling O'Reilly spoke with soon-to-be Olympian, Stacey Flood who is currently in Tours in France with the Irish 7s team in preparation for their first game in the Olympics on Sunday, July 28th when they play Great Britain. Off the Ball To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join…

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Ciaran Frawley's future, Ireland's achievement and Andy Farrell's triumph 1:03:43

28m ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Ruaidhri O'Connor joins Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery to reflect on Ireland's famous win over South Africa on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. Ciaran Frawley was the hero with a late drop goal and once again his future at Leinster is a big topic of discussion. The lads break down Ireland's stellar first half, South Africa's comeback…

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Rugby Daily | Prosecutors open Jaminet case, Leinster confirm prop arrival, WXV fixtures announced 3:41

2h ago3:41

3:41

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest on the scandals rocking French rugby. Melvyn Jaminet is subject of an investigation by the Paris prosecutor's office, and Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou remain detained in Mendoza. Leinster confirmed the worst-kept secret in rugby. And Ireland's fixtures for this year's WXV are revealed.…

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Instant reaction: Ciaran Frawley drop goal seals famous win in South Africa 33:54

3d ago33:54

33:54

Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Will Slattery to digest Ireland's famous win in South Africa after Ciaran Frawley's late drop goal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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OTB Rugby Daily | Major bombshell in team selection for second South Africa Test 4:52

2d ago4:52

4:52

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Andy Farrell has named his starting team to face South Africa in the second and final test of their series and Fiona Hayes gives her reaction.

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Ireland team reaction - Andy Farrell drops Peter O'Mahony for Springboks rematch 22:14

2d ago22:14

22:14

Ruaidhri O'Connor joins Will Slattery to discuss the Ireland team announcement and Andy Farrell's decision to drop Peter O'Mahony for the second Test against the Springboks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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Caelan Doris vs Luke Pearce, Irish mistakes and South Africa's new style 56:35

4d ago56:35

56:35

Ireland's relationship with referees is in the spotlight after the opening Test match defeat to the Springboks on Saturday. Luke Fitzgerald and Ruaidhri O'Connor joined Will Slattery on The Left Wing podcast, with Caelan Doris' interactions with referee Luke Pearce a major discussion point. South Africa's more attacking style of play also caught th…

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Rugby Daily | Rassie responds to 6-2 criticism, France pair arrested, U20s helped by rain 10:44

4d ago10:44

10:44

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Springboks team news ahead of Saturday's second test in Durban. We hear from Rassie Erasmus, who claps back at Matt Williams' 6-2 criticism, plus Bongi Mbonambi hails the influence of Jerry Flannery. France's tour of South America has been mired in scandal, Richie has the latest on the pair …

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Instant reaction: Springboks finally beat Ireland after drama in Pretoria 27:30

7d ago27:30

27:30

Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Will Slattery on The Left Wing podcast to discuss Ireland's narrow defeat to South Africa in the first Test in Pretoria. Two costly errors from James Lowe in the second half saw the Springboks score a brace of vital tries and the lads are on hand to pick through all the talking points from a dramatic encount…

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Andy Farrell drops selection bombshell with Jamie Osborne at fullback 22:55

9d ago22:55

22:55

Jamie Osborne has been handed a shock debut at fullback as Andy Farrell named the Ireland team to face the Springboks. Ruaidhri O'Connor joins Will Slattery on The Left Wing podcast to discuss the stern test the Naas youngster will face in Pretoria. Craig Casey starts at scrum-half ahead of Conor Murray while Farrell has opted for a 5/3 bench split…

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OTB Rugby Daily | Team named for first South Africa Test, Rassie on time in Ireland and U20s secure late win 6:26

9d ago6:26

6:26

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Andy Farrell names starting 15 for first South Africa Test, Rassie Erasmus looks speaks fondly of his time in Ireland and the U20s make it two from two with a late, late try.

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Can Ireland win a Test match in South Africa? 1:00:16

11d ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Luke Fitzgerald, Ruaidhri O'Connor and Will Slattery give their verdict on Ireland's chances in South Africa on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. The lads preview the first Test, which takes place in Pretoria on Saturday, and discuss the budding rivalry between Ireland and the Springboks. Rassie Erasmus' team selection, areas of concern …

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Rugby Daily | Etzebeth 'targeted' by Irish media, Boks reveal team, Leinster's Champions Cup deja vu 9:22

14d ago9:22

9:22

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Springboks team news ahead of Saturday's first test with Ireland. We hear from Boks' lock Eben Etzebeth on how he was 'targeted' by the Irish media, plus Rassie Erasmus talks about the influence on Ireland of his former deputy Jacques Nienaber. We hear too from Ireland forwards coach Paul O'…

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OTB Rugby Daily: Ireland women's under-20 squad announced, men's under-20 team named, Twelvetrees retires 2:33

15d ago2:33

2:33

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the details of the Ireland women's under-20 squad announced today. The Ireland men's under-20 team to play Italy tomorrow has been named. And former England international Billy Twelvetrees has retired.

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OTB Rugby Daily: Ringrose on South Africa challenge, Erasmus on Ireland rivalry, Kolisi retains Springboks captaincy 3:13

17d ago3:13

3:13

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the views of Garry Ringrose on the club season just gone, as he prepares to don the green of Ireland in the coming weeks. Rassie Erasmus has his say on the Ireland-South Africa rivalry - and on Simon Zebo's recent comments. And Siya Kolisi will remain as South Africa captain.…

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Ireland's selection decisions and Leinster's out-half problem 59:43

22d ago59:43

59:43

Luke Fitzgerald, Cian Tracey and Will Slattery look ahead to Ireland's Test series against South Africa on the latest episode of The Left Wing. Despite the club season ending on a sour note for the Irish provinces, Luke thinks that Andy Farrell can build his players up to take on the Springboks. The lads discuss some of the selection dilemmas facin…

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Rugby Daily | Catt happy to let Springboks do talking, new All Blacks captain, Sevens teams learn Olympic pools 5:25

19d ago5:25

5:25

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the tour of South Africa - we hear from Mike Catt on the Springboks' barbs and new boys Cormac Izuchukwu and Sam Prendergast. The Boks have more injury worries ahead of that two-test series. Scott Barrett is the new All Blacks captain - Scott Robertson re…

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Inner Drive – Episode 4 | Chloe Mustaki on surviving cancer, losing her hair & making it to a World Cup 39:38

19d ago39:38

39:38

Rugby Fans! Listen to Irish international footballer Chloe Mustaki, as she sits down with Aisling O'Reilly in Episode 4 of Inner Drive to discuss how she overcame a cancer diagnosis at a young age and how that resilience led her to being part of Ireland's first ever Women's World Cup in Australia. Inner Drive on Off The Ball in association with All…

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Ireland select squad for Springboks after a bad weekend for Leinster and Munster 56:13

25d ago56:13

56:13

Leinster and Munster's URC semi-final defeats and Ireland's squad announcement were up for discussion on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery to pick through a very disappointing weekend for Irish rugby. Luke says Leinster have major questions to answer after a third…

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster’s season ended by Glasgow Warriors | Ep.102 20:23

26d ago20:23

20:23

On our final episode of the season, Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the defeat to Glasgow Warriors in the URC Semi Final, and Quinny and Fiona name their Star of the Season. (0.00) Intros, helloes (5.00) Comments (10.50) Munster v Glasgow Warriors review (20.36) Quinny discusses the comments …

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Rugby Daily | Snyman kept in reserve, Ringrose returns, four uncapped players for U20 Championship 8:46

29d ago8:46

8:46

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all of the team news for tomorrow's URC semi-finals. Munster decide to keep RG Snyman in reserve. Garry Ringrose makes his long-awaited Leinster return. And Willy Faloon names four uncapped players in his Ireland squad for the rapidly approaching World U20 Championship.…

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OTB Rugby Daily | O'Mahony - Munster drama, IRFU plans for women's game and Jimmy O'Brien eyes up South Africa 6:04

1M ago6:04

6:04

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Alan Quinlan gives his verdict on what he thinks is going on with Peter O'Mahony and Munster, the IRFU say women's game is a "major priority" and Jimmy O'Brien looks primed and ready for South Africa.

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Altitude and Warriors stand in the way of an all-Irish final 1:05:08

1M ago1:05:08

1:05:08

Rúaidhrí O’Connor join Cian Tracey and Luke Fitzgerald to assess the chances of a Leinster v Munster decider in the URC. Leinster have logistical headaches and altitude to contend with as they travel to face the Bulls in Loftus Versfeld - Luke remembers how playing at such heights can impact your body. Meanwhile - Munster can make most of their par…

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Rugby Daily | Emerging Ireland tour, Ringrose returns, Rowntree on gnarly Glasgow 6:17

1M ago6:17

6:17

On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of an Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa in the autumn - who they'll be playing, and who's on the coaching staff. We hear from Leinster scrum coach Robin McBryde ahead of their URC semi-final away to the Bulls. Graham Rowntree gives his view of Munster's URC opponents, Glasgow. The Boks ha…

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Ospreys beaten at Thomond, and Glasgow Warriors to come this weekend | Ep.101 21:13

1M ago21:13

21:13

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over the Ospreys, and to look ahead to the URC Semi Final with Glasgow Warriors on Saturday. (0.30) Ulster review (22.24) Star of the week (25.22) Ospreys Preview Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie Subscribe…

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Leinster to enter the 'Bull-'ring, the Red Army march on, Cooney for Ireland? | Alan Quinlan 23:21

1M ago23:21

23:21

Alan Quinlan joined Eoin Sheahan and Ger Gilroy to look back at how the Irish teams fared in the URC quarter-finals.

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OTB Rugby Daily | Leinster Ulster teams named, Sheehan on learnings and reaction to de Allende comments 7:18

1M ago7:18

7:18

On Friday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Leinster and Ulster name their teams for their URC quarter-finals, Dan Sheehan on what they've learned from losses and reaction to to Damian de Allende's comments.

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OTB Rugby Daily | Munster name team for URC quarter-final, a blow for Irish Sevens and Gatland tweaks squad 5:32

1M ago5:32

5:32

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Munster name their starting 15 for their URC quarter-final, the Irish women's sevens side have been dealt an injury blow and Warren Gatland tweaks his Wales squad ahead of summer.

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster secure top spot, Ospreys preview | Ep.100 22:26

1M ago22:26

22:26

Episode 100!! Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Ulster, and to preview the quarter final clash with the Ospreys. (0.30) Ulster review (23.38 Star of the week (25.51) Ospreys Preview Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie Subscribe to The Ru…

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OTB Rugby Daily | Frawley's position, assessing where Munster are at and Richie Arnold suspension 5:34

1M ago5:34

5:34

n Wednesday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan James Treacy discusses Ciarán Frawley's position options, Fiona Hayes on Munster and Richie Arnold suspended for three weeks.

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OTB Rugby Daily | Blow for Munster, boost for Leinster and special Rob Burrow tribute 5:57

2M ago5:57

5:57

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Leinster have been handed a boost ahead of their URC quarter-final while Munster suffer a triple injury blow, Alan Quinlan on a possible Sam Prendergast move and English Rugby to pay a special tribute to Rob Burrow.

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Sam Prendergast's future, Munster's home advantage and Hugo Keenan's Sevens switch 56:53

1M ago56:53

56:53

Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery look ahead to the URC playoffs on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. Munster are in the box seat after securing top seeding with an exciting win over Ulster and the lads think the Thomond Park factor could see them defend their URC crown. Leinster will have to do it the hard way with a likely trip to Sout…

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OTB Rugby Daily | Munster bring back big names, assessing Sam Prendergast and James Lowe's impact with Ireland Sevens 4:32

2M ago4:32

4:32

On Friday's Rugby Daily John Duggan has the team news for Munster's URC clash with Ulster, Alan Quinlan on Sam Prendergast and an update on the Ireland Sevens in Madrid.

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OTB Rugby Daily | Wholesale Leinster changes, assessing Munster's latest signing and next season's URC fixtures 5:16

2M ago5:16

5:16

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with John Duggan Leo Cullen makes 14 changes for Leinster's United Rugby Championship inter-pro with Connacht, Fiona Hayes assesses Munster's latest signing and next year's URC fixtures are out.

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Ulster Preview, Thaakir Abrahams signs for Munster | Ep.99 21:05

2M ago21:05

21:05

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to preview Munster’s clash with Ulster, and to take a closer look at new signing Thaakir Abrahams. (0.30) Intro and comments. (9.30) Thaakir Abrahams signs (14.27) New contracts (20.42) Ulster Preview Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedi…

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OTB Rugby Daily: Munster confirm Abrahams signing, Madigan on Leinster's loss 3:49

2M ago3:49

3:49

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you news of Munster's new signing ahead of next season. Ian Madigan talks about the absence of Johnny Sexton in last weekend's Investec Champions Cup final. And there has been another retirement from the Harlequins women's squad.

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How did Leinster lose another Champions Cup final? 1:02:09

2M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

Luke Fitzgerald, Cian Tracey and Will Slattery break down Leinster's dramatic Champions Cup final defeat to Toulouse on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. Poor handling, bad decision making, and some heroic Toulouse defence saw the French side triumph in extra time. The lads discuss all the major talking points after Leinster's third succ…

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OTB Rugby Daily: Rhys Ruddock to retire, Jacques Nienaber on Leinster's loss to Toulouse, Addison to return to Sale 5:07

2M ago5:07

5:07

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you news of Rhys Ruddock's retirement from rugby at the end of the season. Jacques Nienaber picks out some of the key areas in Leinster's loss to Toulouse. Munster are set to be boosted by the return of three players this week. And Will Addison is poised for a return to Sale Sharks.…

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OTB Rugby Daily: Keenan included in Sevens squad, new deals for Munster trio, Hansen set to miss Leinster clash 5:19

2M ago5:19

5:19

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you news of Hugo Keenan's inclusion in the Ireland Sevens squad. Three Munster players have signed new contracts with the province. Mack Hansen remains on the injury list for Connacht. And Ronan O'Gara offers his assessment of Leinster's loss in the Investec Champions Cup final.…

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Heartbreak once again for Leinster - live reaction from Tottenham 29:16

2M ago29:16

29:16

There was more Champions Cup final heartbreak for Leinster this weekend. They were beaten 31 points to 22 after extra time by Toulouse in an epic final at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium in London. Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Sinéad Kissane to discuss another lost final for Leinster with Antoine Dupont producing a man-of-the-match perfor…

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Reaction in Tottenham as Leinster and Toulouse name their squads 22:49

2M ago22:49

22:49

The stage is set for the first Champions Cup final between Leinster and Toulouse tomorrow in London. Leinster are going for their fifth title when they play the French side at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Sinéad Kissane at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to discuss the team selections and give their final th…

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Inner Drive | Luke Loughlin, addiction and reaching three years of sobriety 39:48

2M ago39:48

39:48

Rugby Fans! Listen to Westmeath footballer Luke Loughlin sitting down with Adrian Barry for Episode 3 of Inner Drive to talk about his life in the GAA, his struggles with alcohol & drug addiction and his journey to sobriety. #InnerDrive with Allianz.

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OTB Rugby Daily: Leinster name team for Toulouse showdown, Frisch set to leave Munster 5:56

2M ago5:56

5:56

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the Leinster team news ahead of tomorrow's Investec Champions Cup final. Brian O'Driscoll and Alan Quinlan offer their opinions ahead of the big game. And Antoine Frisch's departure from Munster has been confirmed.

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Rugby Daily | Another Bok out of Ireland series, new hope for London Irish, Savea reveals Toulouse ambition 6:10

2M ago6:10

6:10

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of yet another Springbok being ruled out of July's tests with Ireland. There's renewed optimism regarding the future of London Irish. And Ardie Savea opens up on his dream of playing alongside Antoine Dupont.

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Home quarter final secured, Simon Zebo to retire, and Tom Farrell signs for the Reds | Ep.98 22:20

2M ago22:20

22:20

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the narrow win over Edinburgh, we discuss Simon Zebo’s retirement and Tom Farrell’s signing. (0.30) Intro and comments. (6.15) A potential final in Pairc ui Chaoimh? (12.32) Edinburgh review (26.30) Star of the Week (32.00) Simon Zebo to retire (43.20) Tom Farr…

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Rugby Daily | New central contract plan, Keenan's Sevens switch, Munster centre signing 5:53

2M ago5:53

5:53

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of a new funding model from the IRFU which will see a marked difference in how central contracts are fulfilled. Hugo Keenan looks set to swap a summer tour of South Africa for the Olympic Games. And there's mixed news in the centre for Munster.

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Champions Cup final preview - can Leinster finally end their European drought? 1:08:57

2M ago1:08:57

1:08:57

On the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast, Ruaidhri O'Connor, Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery preview Leinster vs Toulouse in the Champions Cup final Leinster's record in deciders has not been good in the last few years and Ruaidhri thinks the psychological baggage they are carrying could be significant. Luke says Jacques Nienaber's defensiv…

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Rugby Daily | Zebo announces retirement, Ramos says Toulouse can 'hurt' Leinster 4:37

2M ago4:37

4:37

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Simon Zebo's retirement. Thomas Ramos believes Toulouse have the game to hurt Leinster in Saturday's Investec Champions Cup final. And a court date is set for the man charged with the racial abuse of Ugo Monye.

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Rugby Daily | Ringrose remains a doubt, Kinghorn & Chocobares latest, Ulster's return to form 8:48

2M ago8:48

8:48

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest injury news ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup final. Garry Ringrose remains a doubt, while Toulouse's squad looks to be getting stronger by the day. Ross Byrne and Robin McBryde have their say on Saturday's opponents. And we hear from Richie Murphy and Alan Quinlan on Ulster's upturn…

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