Best Ireland Rugby Podcasts (2024)

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster’s statement win in South Africa, and can they make it two from two? Ep. 94 20:22

1h ago20:22

20:22

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on a great win for the Reds against the Bulls, and to look ahead to another clash in South Africa against the Lions on Saturday. (0.30) Intro and comments (13.00) Fiona and Quinny discuss Munster’s win over the Bulls (28.19) Star of the week (30.40) Lions preview …

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Rugby Daily | Could ROG coach France? Ulster to make left-field appointment, Kitshoff a summer doubt 4:17

1h ago4:17

4:17

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you an interesting update from Ronan O'Gara's latest interview with RMC in France. Ulster look set to make a surprise appointment as head coach, and Steven Kitshoff's played his final game for the province already. And we hear from Brittany Hogan and Enya Breen as Ireland's women target World Cup …

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Munster’s statement victory, is the central contracts model working and Leinster repeating past mistakes? 47:36

2h ago47:36

47:36

After Munster's performance in Loftus, can their win over the Bulls be the catalyst for a URC defence and what about the difference RG Snyman makes? Cian Tracey and Luke Fitzgerald join Rúaidhrí O’Connor on this week’s Left Wing podcast to discuss all the big talking points for Irish rugby from the weekend. After Leinster’s uncharacteristic loss to…

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Rugby Daily | Rowntree's Kleyn update, Galthié reveals Frisch plans, Bemand turns the page on England thrashing 5:25

36m ago5:25

5:25

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of their Women's Six Nations finale against Scotland. We hear from head coach Scott Bemand and co-captain Sam Monaghan on 'turning the page' from their humbling at Twickenham. Munster head coach Graham Rowntree has offered an update on long-term absentee Jean Kley…

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Rugby Daily | Hansen boost for Connacht, Cullen's assessment of Lions mauling, Friday night lights for Ireland 5:37

2h ago5:37

5:37

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of an injury boost for Connacht as they target a URC playoff. We hear from Leinster head coach Leo Cullen after their trimming at the hands of the Lions. And it's a double dose of Friday night lights for Ireland this autumn.

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Ireland have to pick themselves up for their biggest game of the year 28:36

2h ago28:36

28:36

England dished out a 88-10 hammering to Ireland in the Women's Six Nations at Twickenham last weekend. The world number one-ranked team completely overwhelmed Ireland as they ran in 14 tries. Scott Bemand's side will play Scotland in Belfast in next Saturday's final round with an automatic place in next year’s World Cup up for grabs for the team th…

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Rugby Daily - O'Gara not bothered by boos, Bemand changing the culture and Croke Park sell out 5:03

32m ago5:03

5:03

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily Coming up... O'Gara takes his booing on the chin, We have all the team news ahead of a big weekend of action for the Irish sides in the URC And Leinster's Croke Park date, much like a Taylor Swift concert, is a sell out.

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Rugby Daily | 2 changes for women's England test, Leinster's Nowlan Park 'no', Champions Cup player of the tournament nominees 8:07

5h ago8:07

8:07

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the team news for Ireland's Women's Six Nations game away to England. We hear from Jamison Gibson-Park as Leinster confirm they're moving out of the RDS for next year. Leinster dominate the nominations for Investec Player Of The Year. And Ulster are depleted by injury for tomorrow's visit o…

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All-conquering England up next for Ireland | Women's Six Nations w/ Anna Caplice & Helena Rowland 20:16

13h ago20:16

20:16

Ex-Ireland international Anna Caplice & England star Helena Rowland joined Off The Ball Breakfast as Scott Bemand's side travel to Twickenham for a tough encounter with the Red Roses in the Women's Six Nations. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast …

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Rugby Daily | Frisch latest, Stockdale weighs in on central contract debate, ex-All Black to Ulster? 7:49

1d ago7:49

7:49

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest on Antoine Frisch's status at Munster. Jamison Gibson-Park is set to become the tenth Leinster player on a central contract, and we'll hear from one of the provinces with just one of those - Ulster, and their winger Jacob Stockdale - on the thorny issue of financial parity for the province…

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Leinster make La Rochelle statement - but should they be allowed sign Jordie Barrett? 1:01:14

3d ago1:01:14

1:01:14

Leinster's emphatic win over La Rochelle and their blockbuster signing of Jordie Barrett are up for discussion on the latest episode of The Left Wing. Rúaidhrí O'Connor, Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery break down the key moments behind Leinster's victory and single out the key performers like Will Connors and Joe McCarthy. Jacques Nienaber's infl…

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Rugby Daily | Jordie talks Leinster, Munster ponder another Connacht raid, Lions' IRFU grant 8:09

2d ago8:09

8:09

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to Jordie Barrett's impending move to Leinster. We hear from Ireland women's head coach Scott Bemand ahead of their Six Nations game in front of 45,000+ at Twickenham. Bath confirm the arrival of a Leinster lock. Munster are poised to conduct another raid on Connacht, who could see Darr…

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Rugby Daily | Sheehan's new deal, Snyman back for Munster, White denies fielding weakened team 5:08

3d ago5:08

5:08

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Dan Sheehan's new contract. We hear from Leinster assistant coach Andrew Goodman on their need to continue momentum on their URC jaunt to South Africa. RG Snyman is heading home with Munster. Jake White snaps back at suggestions the Vodacom Bulls fielded a weakened XV against Northampton.…

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Wales put to the sword by Ireland Women’s team but England await 37:21

3d ago37:21

37:21

Ireland have jumped to third in the Women's Six Nations table after their excellent bonus point win over Wales at Musgrave Park on Saturday. Ireland scored five tries as they won 36-5 to record their first win in the championship since April 2022. Anna Caplice and Ali Donnelly joined Sinéad Kissane to talk through this very impressive performance a…

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OTB Rugby Daily | Leinster and La Rochelle renew rivalry, Cliodhna Moloney's Irish return and POM staying put 6:20

6d ago6:20

6:20

On Friday's Rugby Daily Ann-Marie Donelan looks ahead to Leinster's Investec Champions Cup quarter-final with La Rochelle, Cliodhna Moloney's much anticipated return for Ireland and Peter O'Mahony's signs a new contract.

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Cliodhna Moloney's big return | Wales confident of a win | Anna Caplice & Philippa Tuttiett | OTB Breakfast Rugby 20:41

11d ago20:41

20:41

Former Ireland international Anna Caplice and ex-Wales captain Philippa Tuttiett were on Off the Ball Breakfast to preview Ireland vs. Wales in the Six Nations on Saturday. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever yo…

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KATHRYN DANE: Recovering from a stroke | Tackling safety issues in rugby 38:02

7d ago38:02

38:02

Ireland rugby international Kathryn Dane sat down with Eoin Sheahan to discuss her PhD studies on the injury effects of tackling in rugby, recovering from a stroke at the age of just 26, and Ireland's current Six Nations campaign.

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Rugby Daily | Moloney ends international exile, Croke Park awaits Leinster, Connacht secure prospects' future 7:46

7d ago7:46

7:46

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland team news ahead of Saturday's Women's Six Nations encounter with Wales, as Cliodhna Moloney comes in from the cold. We hear from Ireland defence coach Declan Danaher. Leinster will be off to Croke Park next month IF they can beat La Rochelle. And Connacht tie down a pair of hot pros…

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Inner Drive - Jordan Conroy | Growing up as a child of domestic abuse 37:41

7d ago37:41

37:41

Ireland 7s rugby star Jordan Conroy and his mother sit down with Nathan Murphy to discuss his upbringing and how his family home was impacted by his violent stepfather. Inner Drive on Off The Ball in association with Allianz. Trigger Warning - Prolonged details and discussion of domestic violence.

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BRITTANY HOGAN: Speaking out on sexual abuse | How sport saved my life 18:28

8d ago18:28

18:28

Ireland number 8 Brittany Hogan sat down with Aisling O'Reilly as Ireland return from their fallow week to face Wales this weekend.Hogan has spoken previously about the sexual abuse she went through early in her life, and how sport has changed her life for the better. She elaborates on those experiences here. [Trigger warning: Sexual Abuse] Energia…

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Exclusive Access | Rugby Panel Recap | Fitzgerald, Shiels & Fanning 28:07

8d ago28:07

28:07

Here's a chance to listen back to an edit of a subscriber only podcast! If you would like to have access to more content like this, Join The Obsession and head on over to offtheball.com/join. Luke Fitzgerald, Jackie Shiels and Brendan Fanning were with John Duggan, discussing the 2024 Six Nations, the Imbalance between the Irish Provinces, retireme…

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Rugby Daily | Major injury concerns for Ulster, Connacht missing trio, Donnacha Ryan on Cork support for La Rochelle 7:12

8d ago7:12

7:12

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the injury news from Ulster ahead of their Challenge Cup quarter-final with Clermont. We hear from Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins before they head to Treviso for a (definitely don't call it a revenge) mission with Benetton. And Donnacha Ryan talks about harnessing Munster support for La Roch…

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Can Leinster finally slay La Rochelle or will it be heartbreak again? 56:31

9d ago56:31

56:31

Leinster's showdown with La Rochelle and Munster's Champions Cup exit are both up for discussion on the latest episode of The Left Wing. Cian Tracey, Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery look back on the round of 16 clashes that saw Leinster beat Leicester and Munster go down to Northampton. La Rochelle now loom for Leinster, and the lads break down w…

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Rugby Daily | Bemand on Moloney's Ireland return, Club World Cup details, an O'Mahony leaves Munster 6:56

9d ago6:56

6:56

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on the proposed Club Rugby World Cup. We hear from Scott Bemand and Edel McMahon on the overdue return to Ireland duty of Cliodhna Moloney. There's an O'Mahony leaving Munster today. And Ian Foster is a coach in demand.

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The Red 78: Munster’s Champions Cup dream ended by Northampton Ep.93 21:08

9d ago21:08

21:08

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the defeat to Northampton in the Champions Cup, and to look ahead to their URC run in. (0.30) Intro and comments (12.22) Fiona and Quinny discuss Munster’s defeat to Northampton (37.28) Star of the week (26.25) URC Run in. The first twenty minutes of this week'…

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Rugby Daily | Nienaber on ROG's Fota camp, French clubs chasing Frisch, TMO troll prosecuted 6:32

10d ago6:32

6:32

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Leinster as they turn their attentions once more to La Rochelle. We hear from Josh van der Flier and Jacques Nienaber ahead of Saturday's game at the Aviva. The French clubs leading the race to sign Antoine Frisch from Munster are revealed. World Rugby hails the prosecution of an …

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Rugby Daily | Moloney in from international cold, Munster's Ryan appeal fails, Aki pipped to Player of the Tournament 9:55

13d ago9:55

9:55

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Cliodhna Moloney's surprise and overdue return to the Ireland women's squad. Munster fail in their attempts to clear John Ryan for their Investec Champions Cup trip to Northampton. And Bundee Aki is pipped to the title of Six Nations Player of the Tournament.…

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OTB Rugby Daily: Ryan suspended for Munster, Frisch on France future, Ireland 7s squads named 3:42

14d ago3:42

3:42

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you news of a suspension for Munster's John Ryan. Fiona Hayes has her say on Leinster's bid to win this season's Investec Champions Cup. Antoine Frisch has been speaking about his desire to play for France. And the Ireland 7s squads have been named for this weekend's action in Hong Kong.…

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Rugby Daily | Murray's new deal, Dobson on Stormer's Kitshoff pursuit, La Rochelle injury concern 6:51

20d ago6:51

6:51

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a new contract for one Munster stalwart, as another waits for news. Munster could be headed back to Páirc Uí Chaoimh in May, but need a set of unlikely results to make it happen. DHL Stormers director of rugby John Dobson gives OTB an exclusive update on their pursuit of Steven Kitshof…

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster fail to impress against Cardiff, and Northampton rematch on the horizon Ep.92 20:49

20d ago20:49

20:49

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Cardiff and to preview this weekend’s huge clash with Northampton. (0.30) Intro and comments (10.15) Fiona and Quinny look back at the win over Cardiff (25.00) Star of the week (26.25) Munster v Northampton Preview The first twenty minutes of this …

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DEIRBHILE NIC A BHÁIRD: The long road back from ACL injury, wing to hooker to back row | OTB Breakfast Rugby 17:33

16d ago17:33

17:33

Ireland rugby star Deirbhile Nic A Bháird joined Off The Ball Breakfast to talk about becoming a 'Tackle Your Feelings' ambassador, her long recovery spell following an ACL injury, and the encouraging signs from the Women in Green despite back-to-back defeats in the Women's Six Nations. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornin…

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Champions Cup preview, South Africa rivalry and Peter O'Mahony's future 1:19:29

16d ago1:19:29

1:19:29

Rúaidhrí O'Connor, Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery look ahead to the Champions Cup last 16 on the latest episode of The Left Wing. Leinster and Munster take on Leicester and Northampton respectively this weekend, while Ulster and Connacht also face French opposition in the Challenge Cup. The lads preview all four games as well as looking back on …

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Rugby Daily | Ulster prop leaving early, Snyman a Champions Cup doubt, Whitelock retires 5:48

16d ago5:48

5:48

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings news of a surprise end-of-season departure from Ulster. RG Snyman is a doubt for Munster's Investec Champions Cup trip to Northampton. Connacht's good news is plentiful ahead of their Challenge Cup date with Pau. And Sam Whitelock definitively ends suggestions he could come out of international reti…

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Costly mistakes for Ireland in front of a record attendance 31:41

17d ago31:41

31:41

Ireland suffered their second defeat of this season's Women's Six Nations after a 27-21 loss to Italy in front of a record attendance at the RDS on Sunday. Next up for Scott Bemand's team is Wales in Cork on April 13. Anna Caplice and Ali Donnelly join Sinéad Kissane on the latest episode of the Left Wing to discuss the factors that cost Ireland an…

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Must-win 6N game for Ireland, Ireland v Italy preview | Jeanette Feighery 17:11

21d ago17:11

17:11

Former Ireland rugby international Jeannette Feighery previews the second round of 6 Nations fixtures as Ireland take on Italy in the RDS. Rugby on Off The Ball.

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Rugby Daily | Leinster recall big guns, Rees-Zammit to KC Chiefs, Care spurns France move 6:12

21d ago6:12

6:12

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Good Friday's top of the table clash in the URC with Leinster up against the Bulls. Louis Rees-Zammit appears to be entering the NFL right at the top. And Danny Care has shunned the chance to join the Premiership exodus to France.…

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Ireland's presence on the pitch growing | Getting Beibhinn Parsons on the ball | Alison Miller | OTB Breakfast Rugby 18:22

26d ago18:22

18:22

Former Ireland international and rugby Hall of Famer Alison Miller joined Off the Ball Breakfast to discuss Ireland's upcoming Six Nations game vs. Italy and what has changed for Ireland in this year's championship. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the pod…

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Rugby Daily | New interim Ulster CEO, Marler's take on TMO controversy, Carbery explains France move 7:47

27d ago7:47

7:47

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of an interim CEO appointment at Ulster Rugby. Joey Carbery explains his decision to move to France. Joe Marler has his say on the TMO controversy arising from last weekend's Premiership outing at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. And England to be without a key player for their next three Women's …

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The provinces return to action and the downside to playing in Croke Park 1:04:47

23d ago1:04:47

1:04:47

The return of the URC and the downside to playing rugby in Croke Park is up for discussion on the latest episode of The Left Wing. Will Slattery and Luke Fitzgerald discuss what Leinster, Munster, Ulster and Connacht need to do to ensure a strong finish to the season with some big games to come over the next few weeks. The lads also discuss Ireland…

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Rugby Daily | Raynal retires, Jake White on Leinster, Care to France? 3:59

23d ago3:59

3:59

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of another test match referee deciding to retire. We hear from Bulls director of rugby Jake White ahead of their top of the table URC clash with Leinster. Could Danny Care be joining the England exodus to France? And Louis Rees-Zammit edges closer to securing an NFL contract.…

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster win in Wales, internationals return and Cardiff visit Thomond Ep.91 21:38

24d ago21:38

21:38

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over the Ospreys. The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join. (0.30) Intro and comments (10.15) Fiona and Quinny look bac…

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Rugby Daily | Ulster CEO departs, Leinster to Kilkenny? Wilkins addresses Connacht horror show 8:56

24d ago8:56

8:56

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a potential temporary home for Leinster next season. Yet more upheaval at Ulster, where there's another big-name departure. There's injury updates aplenty after a mixed weekend for Irish provinces in the URC. Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins addresses their Lions mauling. And Leinster fac…

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Improvement for Ireland but areas of concern ahead of Italy game 35:11

24d ago35:11

35:11

Ireland opened their 2024 Women's Six Nations with a 38-17 defeat to France in Le Mans but there were some improvements on last year's performance against the French with Aoife Wafer and Aoife Dalton scoring tries with the Irish defence also a plus. Anna Caplice and Ali Donnelly join Sinéad Kissane on The Left Wing podcast to discuss the improvemen…

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Rugby Daily | Georgia's Welsh challenge, Ireland's Women's World Cup ambitions, Murphy goes 6-2 with Ulster 7:41

1M ago7:41

7:41

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp in Le Mans, as they put the finishing touches to their prep for the Women's Six Nations. Georgia lay down the gauntlet to Wales. One Leinster player is to reach a century of appearances tomorrow, with two others poised to make their debuts. And Richie Murphy goes …

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Return of the 7s stars, No fear of French challenge | OTB Breakfast Rugby | Anna Caplice 22:18

28d ago22:18

22:18

Former Ireland international Anna Caplice previews the first round of the Women's Six Nations as Ireland take on France. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the …

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Women’s Six Nations Preview with Anna Caplice & Ali Donnelly 31:15

28d ago31:15

31:15

The 2024 Women's Six Nations kicks off this weekend with Ireland facing France in Le Mans on Saturday. After finishing bottom of the table last year, Ireland - under new head coach Scott Bemand - will hope for a much better showing in this year's edition. Anna Caplice and Ali Donnelly joined Sinéad Kissane on the latest edition of The Left Wing to …

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Rugby Daily | Teenage debutant for Ireland's W6N opener, Galthie's ref comment backlash, Haley's Munster ton 9:07

28d ago9:07

9:07

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Ireland's opening fixture in this year's Women's Six Nations - away to France. Mike Haley is to reach a century of Munster appearances tomorrow night, with Graham Rowntree making three changes to his side for the trip to Swansea. Fabien Galthié's facing a backlash after h…

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MOLLY SCUFFIL-McCABE: Creating a positive camp culture | Moving to New Zealand | Six Nations goals 32:46

29d ago32:46

32:46

Ireland scrum half Molly Scuffil-McCabe joined Will O'Callaghan in studio as the Guinness Six Nations kicks of this weekend, with Scott Bemand's side travelling to Le Mans to take on the French in their backyard.

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Rugby Daily | Owens on red cards, Farrell leaves Lions door open, Champions Cup refs 8:28

29d ago8:28

8:28

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the refereeing appointments for the games involving Irish sides in the last-16 of the Investec Champions Cup, and Challenge Cup. Nigel Owens has his say on what is, and isn't, a red card offence. Owen Farrell discusses plans for next year's Lions tour, and social media abuse. And another Conna…

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The Red 78 Unlocked: Mike Prendergast interview special Ep.90 19:16

30d ago19:16

19:16

A special episode of the Red 78 this week, as Ruairi O'Hagan, Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes sit down for an in-depth conversation with Munster attack coach Mike Prendergast to talk about the Reds' season, his coaching career and plenty more besides! The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get o…

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