Best Cozzas Podcasts (2024)

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Cozza - Martin Corry Interview, Nottingham (H) Review, Scarlets (H) Preview 1:19:19

9d ago1:19:19

1:19:19

Mike and Elliott have the privilege of being joined by Tigers legend Martin Corry to chat about long lunches, glory years and young talent, whilst separately casting an eye over what the first pre-season game against Nottingham promised for the season ahead and looking at what we want to see next up against the Scarlets.…

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The Eve of Battle... - Exeter (A) Preview 46:14

4h ago46:14

46:14

Mike and Elliott rip through a punchy podcast to look ahead to an intriguing season opener against the Exeter Chiefs and wonder why on earth nobody is banging the drum for an Anglo-Welsh league.By Mike and Elliott

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Scarlet Fever - Scarlets (H) Review with Iain Morton 1:05:17

2d ago1:05:17

1:05:17

With Elliott away with his feet up, Tigers superfan Iain Morton joins Mike in the metaphorical sofa to discuss the promising signs against the Scarlets in Tigers' pre-season game and the concerning implications of a new EPS Agreement with England...By Mike and Iain

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Who Gives a Shirt? - Premiership Preview, Nottingham (H) Preview 1:14:35

21d ago1:14:35

1:14:35

Mike and Elliott behold a magnificent new European jersey, get excited about Fijian international Ben Volavola popping up and make idiots of themselves by predicting how the rest of the Premiership will fare this year. Do not use our guesswork as gambling advice. Even more hopeless than our league predictions are our stabs at what the Tigers XV wil…

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The Cheika Era Begins 1:10:16

24d ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Mike and Elliott herald in a new season with some cautious optimism (having learned their lesson from indulging in the full-blown variety). We look at what Cheika will do differently to McKellar, what we can look forward to seeing on the field and list our predictions for the upcoming season. Plus, Mike drops a bombshell...…

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EMERGENCY POD - Dan McKellar Leaves! 45:20

3M ago45:20

45:20

Mike and Elliott fire up the dreaded "emergency podcast" klaxon and awake from their peacefully chaotic summer slumbers to react to the stunning news that Dan McKellar has left the Tigers "by mutual consent". We look at whether or not it's the right call, the bizarre timing of the announcement and who is likely to step into the breach. Plus we chat…

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The End of Season Review 1:38:07

4M ago1:38:07

1:38:07

Mike and Elliott are joined by Radio Leicester's Adam Whitty and the LTW Fancast's Jacob Bassford to wrap up a complicated and ultimately disappointing season for the Tigers. What went wrong? Can it be fixed? And by how many points will we top the league next year?! Warning: may involve deluded optimism.…

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Blueprint? - Chiefs (H) Review 1:12:55

4M ago1:12:55

1:12:55

Mike and Elliott enjoy a meaningless-yet-important win in the final game of the season for Tigers, one that hopefully points at brighter days to enjoy come September. We pay a tearful tribute to some departing legends and assess what the performance says about the way the team wants to play.By Mike and Elliott

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Fizzling Out - Sale (A) Review, Exeter (H) Preview 1:10:50

4M ago1:10:50

1:10:50

Mike and Elliott endure a review of yet another loss as the wheels sadly come off for this season, but as always we try to find some rational reasons as to why and find some positives...even if it looks like they will only be in play next season. We look forward to a last hurrah for some club icons who will sadly be leaving the club after facing Ex…

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New Kids on the Block - Georgia Black Lion (H) Review, Sale (A) Preview 1:01:55

5M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Mike and Elliott enjoy the positivity brought to the club by a youthful Tigers XV as they put away an experienced Georgia Black Lion side in an exhibition game and ask the key questions - who is the star of the future, if not now, and whose morale can they damage with another bad nickname? We also look forward to the dreaded Sale away fixture, whic…

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The Return of Cockers - Richard Cockerill interview, Bristol (H) Review, Black Lion (H) Preview 1:39:46

5M ago1:39:46

1:39:46

We were toying with the title "we hate rugby" given the sickening feeling of throwing away a 19 point lead against Bristol, but thankfully Leicester legend Richard Cockerill stops by to tell us all about his Georgian rugby project with the national side and their franchise, Black Lion, as they come to town for a friendly on Friday night. We do of c…

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Fallout at Franklins - Joe Heyes Interview, Northampton (A) Review, Bristol (H) Preview 1:22:21

5M ago1:22:21

1:22:21

Mike and Elliott drag themselves in front of the mic to chat about a crushing loss away at Northampton, a defeat that may spell the end of Tigers' playoff hopes. As always, we try to find some reason and some positives in the performance, before picking ourselves back up to have a chat to old mate Joe Heyes and to get behind the boys ahead of a tas…

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A Dangerous Derby Day - Northampton (A) Preview with Charlie Morgan 53:44

5M ago53:44

53:44

Mike and Elliott are joined by Daily Telegraph journalist Charlie Morgan as we prepare for a crucial fixture at Franklins Gardens against Northampton Saints. We look at Tigers' chances against a team in (begrudgingly) red hot form, look for droplets of hope to cling on to and, crushingly, say goodbye to some pod favourites after Tigers announced th…

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Leinster'd but Proud - Leinster (A) Review 55:02

5M ago55:02

55:02

Mike and Elliott live back a brilliant but blustery weekend in Dublin, dampened only by a defeat to Ireland/Leinster. We look at what there was to love about the performance and how it could set the tone for the Premiership run-in.By Mike and Elliott

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The 100 Minute Match - Newcastle (H) Review, Leinster (A) Preview 1:21:51

6M ago1:21:51

1:21:51

With Elliott out on tour, Mike is joined by Jess Bunyard and Charles Richardson to analyse an insane, marathon match up at Kingston Park and to try to find crumbs of hope ahead of a daunting (and annual) trip to play Leinster in Dublin.By Mike Cooper

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Cheesed Off - Gloucester (H) Review, Newcastle (A) Preview 1:14:02

6M ago1:14:02

1:14:02

Mike and Elliott endure talking about another defeat to Gloucester in the Cheese Derby / Slater Cup and ponder what it means for Tigers' playoff hopes. We search for some positives before looking ahead to a tricky fixture away at Newcastle with their pesky, gobby coach - Mr Steve Diamond.By Mike and Elliott

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Shambles at the Shed - Gloucester Prem Cup Final Review, Gloucester (H) Preview 1:22:31

6M ago1:22:31

1:22:31

Mike and Elliott bemoan a crushingly disappointing display that saw a chance of silverware slip away at Kingsholm, before looking forward to an immediate chance of revenge in the league at home against Gloucester. Plus, we look at 3 rumoured-but-soon-to-be-confirmed signings and get a wee bit excited about what they have to offer.…

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Rugby Returns! - Premiership Cup Final v Gloucester (A) Preview 1:02:45

6M ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Mike and Elliott celebrate not just a fantastic display by the Tigers boys in international colours, but also the return of rugby and the chance of silverware in the Premiership Cup Final against Gloucester at Kingsholm.By Mike and Elliott

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The Andrea Pinchen Interview 49:06

7M ago49:06

49:06

Mike and Elliott are fortunate enough to be joined by the Tigers CEO Andrea Pinchen as we talk about season tickets, club communication, sustainability, recruitment and, most importantly, her favourite curry.By Mike and Elliott

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Season Tickets and Transfers 1:37:54

7M ago1:37:54

1:37:54

Elliott returns from his Yorkshire jaunt to join Mike as they discuss the big hike in season ticket prices and run through the squad for positions where they'd stick or twist for new talent next season.By Mike and Elliott

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Skinned Teeth - Ealing (A) Review 49:10

7M ago49:10

49:10

WIth Elliott off relaxing in the Lake District, Tigers fan Iain Morton takes on the hard yards in reviewing a pant-browningly tense win against Ealing that saw the boys get through to the Premiership Cup final and a shot at some silverware.By Mike and Iain

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The Ealing Conundrum - Tom Whiteley Interview, Tigers Women Catch Up with Jess Bunyard, Ealing (A) Preview 1:35:43

7M ago1:35:43

1:35:43

Mike and Elliott look forward to a return for action as the boys take on Ealing in the semi-finals of the Premiership Cup, joined by Tigers scrum half Tom Whiteley in the process to chat about getting back after a mid-season break, developing his game and having the balls the shout at some of the mutants in the Leicester pack. Plus, Jess Bunyard of…

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The Mid-Season Debate - Tigers Forum with Adam Whitty, John Wiffen and Ethan Clamp 1:39:27

8M ago1:39:27

1:39:27

As we enter the mid-season break, Mike and Elliott host the Rolling Maul's fist Tigers' Forum-Debate-Thing, with Adam Whitty (Radio Leicester), John Wiffen (Leicester Mercury) and Ethan Clamp (Leicester Tigers Memes). On the topics for discussion - what do we make of the rumours of Saudi investment in the club, how is the team performing and where …

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Slice of Luck - Quins (H) Review 1:22:09

8M ago1:22:09

1:22:09

Mike and Elliott take a smug amount of pleasure in reviewing a critical away win at the Stoop for Tigers which catapults them right back into the thick of the playoff race. We take a look at why Tigers deserved this victory, notwithstanding the large dollop of fortune at the end, and why there is much to be optimistic about heading into the 6 Natio…

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Can anyone here play tighthead prop?! - Leinster (H) Review, Harlequins (A) Preview 1:34:56

8M ago1:34:56

1:34:56

Mike and Elliott are joined by sports journalist John Wiffen as they review another case of the blues against Leinster before looking ahead to a crunch fixture against Harlequins, with both sides depleted by international call ups. Plus, we wonder what the solution could be as the absentee list leaves us down to the bare bones in the 3 shirt...…

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Bully Boys - La Rochelle (A) Review, Leinster (H) Preview 1:36:37

8M ago1:36:37

1:36:37

Mike and Elliott sift through the ashes of a brutal loss against a big, mean gang of bullies at La Rochelle, pick through the issues of the Tigers' attack, but still look for crumbs of comfort to take into the next daunting fixture, at home against Leinster. We preview that one and wonder if this represents the best chance to get the big blue monke…

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You Rebel Scrum - Saracens (H) Review, Nick Mullins Interview, La Rochelle (A) Preview 2:15:16

9M ago2:15:16

2:15:16

Mike and Elliott are joined by the voice of rugby, TNT Sports commentator Nick Mullins, to chat about the state of the game in England and Tigers progress under Dan McKellar. We also bask in the glory of a crucial win against Saracens and a dominant scrummaging display, before warily eying up a monster of a challenge away at double Champions Cup wi…

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Starting the New Year with a Splash - Charlie Clare Interview, Bath (H) Review, Saracens (H) Preview 1:54:12

9M ago1:54:12

1:54:12

Mike and Elliott welcome in 2024 with Tigers hooker Charlie Clare as the rehabbing stalwart chats injury, how the squad is pulling together with some huge games on the horizon, and Christmas feasts. Plus, we review a solid 5 point win over Bath to finish 2023 on a high, look ahead to a crunch encounter (and double-header with the women's side!) aga…

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Baby Squad on Tour - Stade Francais (A) Review with Adam Whitty, Exeter (A) Preview 1:50:28

9M ago1:50:28

1:50:28

Mike and Elliott are joined by BBC Radio Leicester host Adam Whitty to revel in a young Tigers' side's remarkable win away against French giants Stade Francais, paying special homage to the Vane Train and Harry Wells, the Prince of Paris, in the process. We also look ahead to a tough and pivotal fixture against a superbly drilled Exeter side at San…

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Surviving the Storm - Stormers (H) Review, Stade Francais (A) Preview 1:36:59

9M ago1:36:59

1:36:59

Mike and Elliott breathe a sigh of relief after seeing the Tigers avoid a major banana skin against the heavily rotated Stormers in the Champions Cup and wonder what it must be like to incur the wrath of McKellar. We also check out some frightening options for the 13 jersey for our Nails XV and look ahead to a challenging trip to Paris to face old …

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Piece of Cake - Interview with Dr Josh Smalley from Great British Bake Off Interview, Newcastle (H) Review with Charles Richardson, Stormers (H) Preview 2:02:30

10M ago2:02:30

2:02:30

Mike and Elliott sit on their soggy bottoms to chat to the people's champion of the Great British Bake Off and huge Tigers fan, Dr Josh Smalley, about his experiences in the tent, playing rugby and following Leicester through thick and thin. Plus, we keep things high brow by chatting to Charles Richardson of the Daily Telegraph about the big home w…

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The SHHHHHed - Gloucester (A) Review, Newcastle (H) Preview 1:27:58

10M ago1:27:58

1:27:58

Mike (battling illness) and Elliott review the latest victory at Kingsholm where Tigers produced a long-awaited, if not entirely seamless, bonus point win. We also look ahead to a home fixture against table-proppers Newcastle, and list out the candidates for the fly half jersey in the Nails XV.By Mike and Elliott

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Suffocating Saints - Northampton (H) Review with George Chuter, Gloucester (A) Preview with Sam Roberts 1:49:19

10M ago1:49:19

1:49:19

Mike and Elliott are joined by East Midlands derby veteran and Tigers legend George Chuter to review a scappy yet hugely important win over Northampton, reminiscing about his silky ball skills in the process. Plus, commentator Sam Roberts joins us to talk about the upcoming Slater Cup match against Gloucester and his work with the ex-Tigers and Che…

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So close, so far... - Archie Vanes Interview, Quins (H) Review, Saints (H) Preview with Bobby Bridge 2:11:24

10M ago2:11:24

2:11:24

Mike and Elliott find that a sober rewatch of a frustrating loss to Quins shows real signs of progression, and are then joined by former Leicester Mercury journalist Bobby Bridge, now plying his trade at Franklins Gardens having turned to the dark side, to look ahead to the East Midlands derby. Plus, we chat to young hooker Archie Vanes about comin…

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Stung at the Stone-X - Saracens (A) Review, Quins (H) Preview 1:53:34

11M ago1:53:34

1:53:34

Mike and Elliott pick apart a tough loss at Saracens where the major talking point was one side resting their returning World Cup stars, and the other...well...not. We find shoots of promise before turning our attention to a home fixture against Quins which should see some serious cavalry return, as well as naming some niggly little so-and-sos as o…

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The Kick - McKellar Rumours, Bath (A) Review, Saracens (A) Preview with Fezcast 1:51:04

11M ago1:51:04

1:51:04

Mike and Elliott reflect on two significant kicks over the weekend, Jamie's Shillcock's last minute winner against Bath, and the kick in the preverbials as we come to terms with rumours that Rugby Australia want Dan McKellar to replace the disastrous Eddie Jones. Plus, we speak to Fezcast ahead of the game against Saracens and take a peek at some b…

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Stalled Start - Sale (H) Review, Bath (A) Preview 1:28:27

11M ago1:28:27

1:28:27

Mike and Elliott return from their (separate!) trips abroad to find Tigers still struggling to find their groove against Sale. We try to decipher where things are going wrong during a disappointing start, look ahead to a tricky trip to the Rec to play an in-form Bath side, and Mike reveals his dislike of American tour groups.…

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Bristol Blues - Bristol (A) Review, Sale (H) Preview 59:18

11M ago59:18

59:18

Mike and Elliott host a shortened podcast due to work/holiday commitments but that's probably for the best as they face up to a sobering evening at Ashton Gate as the Tigers crash to a disappointing loss against Bristol. We also look at how the boys may find redemption against Sale at Welford Road on Saturday, as well as naming a proper nutter at b…

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The Night Before Bris-mas - Tom Varndell Interview, Preview of Bristol (A) with Bears Beyond the Gate and Review of Bedford (A) 1:42:34

12M ago1:42:34

1:42:34

Mike and Elliott host a jam packed episode which features an interview with former Tigers try scoring machine (now smooth radio commentator) Tom Varndell, before previewing the big Premiership kick off against Bristol with Pete Brearley from the Bears Beyond the Gate podcast. Plus, we review a tough loss for a young side at Bedford and look at the …

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Falcons Felled - Joe Woodward Interview, Falcons (H) Review, Bedford (A) Preview, Prem Season Preview Part 2 2:05:11

12M ago2:05:11

2:05:11

Mike and Elliott are joined by young Tigers centre Joe Woodward to chat about his progression through the ranks, life in the McKellar era and, importantly, his worst housemate. Plus, we look back on an emphatic statement win over Newcastle, check in on the final Premiership Cup fixture away at Bedford and (finally) complete our wider season preview…

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Season Building... Ampthill (H) Review, Newcastle (H) Preview 1:39:23

12M ago1:39:23

1:39:23

Mike and Elliott think things are starting to build nicely for Tigers after a convincing win over Ampthill in the Premiership Cup, but look for the side to take it up a notch in the upcoming crunch game against Newcastle, which will likely decide who tops the group. Plus, we look at some legendary locks for the Nails XV and wonder if the disastrous…

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Scrap Sale - Sale (A) Review, Ampthill (H) Preview 1:22:56

1y ago1:22:56

1:22:56

Mike and Elliott chat through a scrappy (but rare and welcome!) over Sale and dig a little deeper as to whether or not there are any off field drivers behind Tigers' strong team selections for the Cup. Plus, we look ahead to another new fixture at home to Ampthill, as well as hyping up an imaginary scrap between Julian White and Darren Garforth.…

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Baby it's Caldy Outside - Austin Healey Interview, Caldy (H) Review, Sale (A) Preview 1:48:16

1y ago1:48:16

1:48:16

Mike and Elliott are joined by Tigers legend Austin Healey to discuss his time at Tigers and the challenges of remaining impartial when commentating and wanting them to win every game 50-0. Plus, we review a tough win against a resilient Caldy side in the Premiership Cup, before looking ahead to a tricky fixture away at Sale in the same competition…

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Front Row Seats - Charlie Clare Interview, Nottingham (H) Review with Joe Heyes, Caldy (H) Preview 1:57:24

1y ago1:57:24

1:57:24

Mike and Elliott host a front row bonanza, chatting with Tigers hooker Charlie Clare (long time/part time listener, first time caller) and reviewing the pre-season hit out against Nottingham with now regular guest, tighthead prop Joe Heyes. Plus, we look ahead to the first Premiership Cup fixture against Caldy, as well as throwing around the names …

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The Dan Plan - Pre-season friendly preview v Nottingham, Premiership Predictions (Part 1) 1:38:50

1y ago1:38:50

1:38:50

Mike and Elliott discuss some rumours, kits and injuries before looking ahead to Dan McKellar's first hit out against Nottingham in a pre-season friendly and taking a stab at what we hope to see in our first hit out of the year. Plus, we lay the groundwork for future humiliation by looking at Bath, Bristol, Exeter and Gloucester's prospects for the…

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Pretty in Pink? Kit rumours and Pre-Season Predictions 1:02:54

1y ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Mike and Elliott carry on their in depth look at the Tigers squad, predicting who will be the player of the season, young player and the best newcomer, whilst also getting excited about a cheeky kit rumour doing the rounds...By Mike and Elliott

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Pre-Season Kickabout 1:08:19

1y ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Mike and Elliott usher in a new season of the Rolling Maul pod, taking in the latest news, running the rule over some tasty stash and making our calls on who will be players to watch this year.By Mike and Elliott

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Season 3 Trailer 2:10

1y ago2:10

2:10

Absolutely nothing to do with the fact that Mike just watched Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, relax and roll your eyes at this overdramatic, overelaborate 2 minute trailer for what we've got in store in Season 3.By Mike and Elliott

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Season 2, Signing Off - Freddie Burns and Joe Heyes Interviews, End of Season Awards with Chris Egerton 2:19:42

1+ y ago2:19:42

2:19:42

Mike and Elliott present a bumper season finale, chatting to King of Leicester Freddie Burns as he parties in Dunedin for the Highlanders, as well as having a natter with tighthead prop Joe Heyes about the season just gone, and what lies ahead. Plus, Tigers commentator Chris Egerton joins us to review our end of season awards and welcome in the Dan…

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Journey's End - Sale (A) Review 1:20:18

1+ y ago1:20:18

1:20:18

Mike and Elliott review a heartbreaking but stirring effort against Sale in the Premiership semi-final, a loss that sees the season come to an end a little earlier than last time out. We look at the reasons for the defeat, and explore some of the huge positives to come out of it too.By Mike and Elliott

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