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Former Ireland international rugby player and former Leinster head coach, Tania Rosser, joined Eoin Sheahan to discuss her time as a player, her coaching inspiration and the challenges she faced as a female player and coach in a male dominated profession. ‘Settle in’ in partnership with Guinness 0.0.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Ulster ahead of their daunting Investec Champions Cup opener away to Toulouse. We hear from head coach Richie Murphy on Ulster's injury crisis in the back-three, and the old boy they've welcomed back to the fold this week. Jack Crowley discusses the competition for the starting out-half berth with Ireland. And the English RFU is in revolt over bonuses paid to their top brass.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a Super Rugby-winning coaching appointment at Munster.We hear from Jordan Larmour and Robin McBryde on Leinster's Investec Champions Cup pool opener away to Bristol, and the latest on the confusing timeline around Tadhg Furlong's hamstring injury, and hopes for a Jordie Barrett debut.Pete Wilkins discusses Connacht's potential outing in Mayo in the spring.Plus, there's bad news for La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara.

Welcome to this morning's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE sample of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, the Gaelic football power rankings return - this time in the hands of Tommy Rooney. The Wayne Rooney Experiment at Plymouth seems to be failing - Chris Errington will tell us why. And the latest on Munster's search for a new head coach with the Irish Daily Mail's Rory Keane. This morning's Breakfast Bite focuses on rugby, and the tradition of respecting the kicker - Ger, Colm and Arthur ponder if that tradition is in fact a nonsense. Catch The Off The Ball 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.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Munster where centre Alex Nankivell is the latest to commit their next two years to the province. There's interest from France in not one, not two, but three Ireland internationals. We hear for the first time from new Leinster signing Jordie Barrett. Plus, a rape trial is underway in Bordeaux where ex-Ireland centre Chris Farrell, and former Connacht prop Denis Coulson are among the accused.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest ahead of Ireland's test with the Wallabies. Captain Caelan Doris pays tribute to record-breaking Cian Healy, and calls on the players to make for a smooth transition as Andy Farrell steps away from Ireland duty. There's a debut in the Munster front row for tomorrow's URC visit of the Emirates Lions to Thomond Park. And Connacht's injury problems are starting to ease as the Vodacom Bulls come to Galway. Plus, there's a big update on the redevelopment of the RDS.

Welcome to Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your bitesize version of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On the show this morning, Olympic rowing bronze medalist Daire Lynch joins Shane, Colm and Arthur in studio.We're also joined from Cardiff by Kathleen McNamee ahead of the Republic of Ireland WNT's first leg Euro playoff with Wales.And ahead of tomorrow's clash at the Aviva, we're joined by Ronan O'Gara and Wallabies legend David Campese.And it's there we take our Breakfast Bite, as both men share their personal memories of Ireland-Australia games.Catch The Off The Ball 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.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the team news for Ireland's final test of the autumn with the Wallabies. We hear from head coach Andy Farrell on his reasons for selecting Sam Prendergast to start on Saturday, as well as his message to the young fly-half. There's details on the IRFU's significant financial loss in their latest accounts. Leinster are still able to recall a host of internationals for tomorrow's URC interpro with Ulster. Steven Kitshoff provides an update on his health following neck surgery. And two major names are leaving Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle in the summer.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the retirement of Ireland Men's Sevens captain, Harry McNulty. We hear from James Ryan on the influence of Joe Schmidt on his career, and Irish rugby as a whole. Richie Murphy explains the signing of Juarno Augustus, and provides an update on Jacob Stockdale's hamstring injury. New Zealand let slip details of a Chicago rematch with Ireland. And Joe Marler is done with rugby.

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to discuss the new contracts for Mike Prendergast and Denis Leamy, the rumours about the head coach position, the upcoming clash with the Lions and more.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] 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.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Munster as they raid the Ireland Women's staff to temporarily fill the vacancy of forwards coach. We hear from Leinster head coach Leo Cullen ahead of their interpro with Ulster, and he provides an update on the fitness of the incoming Jordie Barrett. Will Connors on his rugby-related PHD. The career of former Ulster prop Steven Kitshoff sadly hangs in the balance. Joe Schmidt looks ahead to being 'love-bombed' this weekend at the Aviva. And Antoine Dupont goes full 'Golden Cleric' as World Rugby reveal their award winners.

Welcome to OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show, Jonathan Wilson reflects on the dawn of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, and their draw at Ipswich. Plus, Matt Williams and Alan Quinlan talk rugby, as attention for Ireland turns to Joe Schmidt's Wallabies. This morning's Bite takes you to the Performance Rankings, and Sam Prendergast's display against Fiji on Saturday. Ger, Colm and Arthur discuss Ireland's new-found depth at out-half, and the road still to be travelled by Prendergast. Catch The Off The Ball 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.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack helps set the table for the penultimate test of Ireland's autumn.We hear from captain Caelan Doris on the unexpected needle that Frank Lomani's comments have added to tomorrow's fixture with Fiji. Andy Farrell offers some clarity regarding Jonathan Sexton's role with the coaching staff, and whether he's a bad influence on their out-halves. Bundee Aki addresses those rumours of a move to France.Plus Warren Gatland receives backing from no less a source than Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.

Welcome to Friday's Breakfast Bite - your FREE treat-sized sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.This morning on the show, we look ahead to Ireland v Fiji with Ronan O'Gara and Alan Quinlan.We're joined by just the third ever Irish winner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year award, Conor Niland for his excellent book 'The Racket'.Keith Treacy previews the start of the Ruben Amorim regime at Manchester United.Catch The Off The Ball 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.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinAnd this morning's Breakfast Bite has three separate nibbles - with Ronan O'Gara seeking greater consistency at La Rochelle, Keith Treacy ruminating on Ireland's avoidable second half against England, and everyone's favourite ex-Kildare minor star Paul Mescal in Gladiator II.

In this special episode of Inner Drive, Off The Ball give the floor to five of Ireland's best athletes (fresh from Paris 2024) in Philip Doyle, Orla Comerford, Thomas Barr, Colin Judge and Stacey Flood.No interviewer, no restrictions, just athletes talking to each other about experiences only they can truly understand. Inner Drive, with Allianz, proud sponsors of Paralympics Ireland and Team Ireland.#StopTheDrop

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland team news for Saturday's test with Fiji - the debutants, the recalls, the first home starts, and the surfeit of tightheads. Andy Farrell gives his expectations of Sam Prendergast and Ciaran Frawley this week. Jamie Osborne discusses switching between centre and full-back. Jordie Barrett looks set to miss his start date at Leinster, as tributes paid to departing All Blacks Sam Cane and TJ Perenara. Plus, England's RFU's record deficit.

Fiona Hayes and Ruairi O'Hagan from the Red 78 sit down with former Ireland and Munster star Eimear Considine to talk about her recent retirement announcement, her beginnings in the sport, and the highs and lows of her rugby career.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.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Leinster, where Leo Cullen has - as expected - signed a new two-year deal with the province. Richie speaks to Leinster CEO Shane Nolan, who also provides an update on the redevelopment status of the RDS. It's been a big day of contract news at Ulster. Warren Gatland addresses his future as Wales boss ahead of their test with the Springboks. And Sergio Parisse makes more history for Italy.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's test with Fiji. Scrum coach John Fogarty addresses Ireland's discipline, the threat posed by Fiji, and speaks in glowing terms about history-maker Cian Healy. Jean Kleyn's been handed a start for the Springboks against Wales, as Rassie Erasmus goes with the brothers Hendrikse. Steve Borthwick's been forced into some alterations to his England squad. There's been a change in itinerary for the Lions tour of Australia. And Antoine Dupont's nomination as World Rugby Men's Sevens Player of the Year has been described as "disrespectful".

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Warren Gatland's future as head coach, which hangs in the balance following their defeat to the Wallabies. Leicester have joined the list of clubs hunting Leinster out-half Ross Byrne. Jack Crowley has been accused of cheating against Argentina by a former All Black. Ulster tie a versatile back down with a new two-year deal. And Irish nominees galore, as World Rugby reveals its shortlists for their annual awards in Monaco.

Welcome to Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show...Brian Barry Murphy reflects on the Republic of Ireland's second half horror show at Wembley.We look at Katie Taylor's huge win over Amanda Serrano in Texas with Kevin Byrne, with an eye on what's next for the Bray fighter.Alan Quinlan on another edgy Ireland performance in the Autumn Nations Series.And there's our weekly Performance Rankings - which is where our Breakfast Bite takes us today, as we ponder - are the Ireland rugby team underperforming because Andy Farrell's out the gap in the new year?Catch The Off The Ball 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.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack takes you inside the Ireland camp as they prepare for Joe Schmidt's Wallabies. James Ryan marks Ireland's November so far, and Paul O'Connell discusses the influence of Joe Schmidt on his own coaching methods. The appointment of a new head coach at Munster now appears to be imminent, with one contender definitively out of the running. Plus, Ulster swoop to snatch Augustus away from Northampton.

On a special edition of Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the reaction to Ireland's three-point win over Argentina at the Aviva. We hear from Andy Farrell on Ireland's ill-discipline, and debutant Sam Prendergast. Felipe Contepomi reacts to what so nearly was a famous win for his Pumas side. On top of that, there's news of a surprising change for the Wallabies, two Scotland internationals are on the move, and the Byrne brothers performing off Broadway.

On a very special edition of You Had To Be There, Gladiator II star Paul Mescal sat down with Eoin Sheahan to discuss GAA losses more painful than any Hollywood audition, the heartbreak of the Rugby World Cup quarter-final, and so much more!You can become an Off The Ball member to hear this and lots more besides.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of tomorrow's Test with Argentina at the Aviva, and we hear from captain Caelan Doris. World Rugby has a new chair, and Rob Kearney's joined their Executive Board, plus a decision on the 20-minute red card has been deferred. Mathieu Jalibert has walked out of the French camp ahead of their test with the All Blacks, plus Scott Robertson shares what he learned during his time in Perpignan. The Springboks make a host of changes for their meeting with England, with a Leinster man among the beneficiaries. And there's more confusion regarding the future of London Irish.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the team news for Friday's clash of Ireland and the Pumas at the Aviva. We hear from head coach Andy Farrell as he explains his selection, and Cian Healy on equalling Brian O'Driscoll's caps record. Connacht man Santiago Cordero is missing from the Argentina panel for Friday's game. Warren Gatland's made changes to his Wales team as they look to break their losing streak. Keith Wood's son has joined Munster's Academy. Worcester and Wasps claw closer to resurrection. And a player in New Zealand has been hit with a 4-year doping ban.

Argentine rugby legend Gus Pichot joined Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig on Off The Ball Breakfast today.In Dublin for a World Rugby Meeting of Council at which a new Chair will be elected, Pichot, who ran unsuccessfully for the position in 2020, explained to us where he believes the sport is failing in terms of reaching new markets and how these issues can be resolved.Principally, he believes that the sport's established forces must look beyond their own primary interests and consider how a serious attempt to bridge the gap between rugby's haves and have-nots must be made if the game is to thrive.This is only one small part of what was a wide-ranging interview. It will be streamed live on the Off The Ball YouTube channel from 9AM on Thursday morning, or is available on demand NOW to all Off The Ball subscribers. Catch The Off The Ball 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.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest from a wounded Ireland camp ahead of Friday's test with Argentina. We hear from winger Mack Hansen on where and how Ireland must improve, and we also check in with Pumas attack coach Kenny Lynn and their lock Juan Martin Gonzalez. Springboks scrum-half Cobus Reinach sings the praises of their attack coach Tony Brown, while Tommy Freeman leaps to the defence of his England head coach Steve Borthwick. All Blacks forward Wallace Sititi on Sam Cane's absence from their test with France. Marc Lievremont's brush with death. And European finals weekend is returning to France.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the injury news stemming from Ireland's ten-point defeat to the All Blacks on Friday night, with one position in particular giving Andy Farrell concern. We hear with Ireland's new Head of Athletic Performance Aled Walters, and how he doesn't want to 'crash' the Irish car. Wales head coach Warren Gatland discusses his future as the principality continue to make unwanted history. Rassie Erasmus sings the praises of Makazole Mapimpi ahead of a showdown with a "desperate" England. And there's news of significant support for World Rugby chair candidate, Abdel Benazzi.

Welcome to Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster to this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show...The weekend's performance rankings.Eoin Doyle on Drogheda's FAI Cup final win and the weekend's Premier LeagueFormer All Blacks fly-half Colin Slade on their win over Ireland at the Aviva on Friday night.And today's Breakfast Bite also takes you back to Friday, with Alan Quinlan pondering whether an ageing Ireland team were guilty of being too cocky against New Zealand.You can hear the full podcast by becoming an Off The Ball member NOW at offtheball.com/joinCatch The Off The Ball 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.

On a special edition of Rugby Daily from the Aviva Stadium, Richie McCormack brings you all the reaction from Ireland's defeat to the All Blacks. We hear from Andy Farrell on where Ireland must improve, and Caelan Doris on the period of the game that cost Ireland. Scott Barrett on his flashpoint with Joe McCarthy, and Scott Robertson on the biggest win of his coaching career. Plus, news from the Springboks, Scotland and Wales ahead of their Sunday outings.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of tomorrow night's test with the All Blacks. We hear from captain Caelan Doris on whether revenge is a motivator for tomorrow's game, and how his psychology degree influences his brand of leadership. Andy Farrell defends the deployment of his old guard, and young gun Jack Crowley. Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt hands a debut to their $5m man. Makazole Mapimpi makes frank World Cup admission. Tongan-born tighthead to make France debut against Japan.

On this week's episode of the Red 78 with Alan Quinlan, Fiona Hayes and Ruairi O'Hagan:(0.00) Intro and comments(4.00) Munster v All Blacks XV lookback(18.00) Head coach chat(27.20) Star of the week(29.00) Eimear Considine retires(31.40) Ireland v New Zealand previewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The 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.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack gets facetime with All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson, as he named his team for Friday's test with Ireland at the Aviva. We also hear from Andy Farrell, who is without Tadhg Furlong for Friday night, and perhaps longer. Steve Borthwick addresses the Danny Care/Eddie Jones controversy, and the criticism of his treatment of Marcus Smith. And a highly-rated France U20 international is focusing on making his professional name in New Zealand.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from both the Ireland and All Blacks camps ahead of Friday night's massive test at the Aviva. Joe McCarthy talks World Cup heartache, and a restructured New Zealand second row after some big name retirements. Jason Holland rules himself out of the running for the Munster job, and gives his insight to the threats posed by Ireland, and what Damian McKenzie brings to the party on Friday night. Eimear Considine Ryan has announced her retirement from rugby. A former Ireland centre is found guilty of stealing more than €500,000 from Bank of Ireland Private Bank. Leinster pay tribute to departing head coach Tania Rosser, and reveal plans for the women's team to go professional. An Irish coach is extending his stay in France, but Paddy Jackson's season looks to be over. Jonny Hill learns of his ban for allegedly assaulting a fan + Chandler Cunningham-South on England closing out games.

On Monday's edition of Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the very latest on Bundee Aki's future. We hear from new Ireland attack coach Andrew Goodman ahead of Friday's test with the All Blacks, and there's injury news from both camps. Joe Marler has announced his retirement from international rugby. The current Wallabies camp has leapt to the defence of Eddie Jones, following his portrayal in Danny Care's new book. Rocky Elsom has fled Ireland, as the Gardai intend to execute an international arrest warrant for the former Leinster flanker. And a former Scotland captain has pled guilty to charges of domestic abuse.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the details on Jonathan Sexton's involvement with the Ireland squad ahead of next week's autumn opener with the All Blacks. Simon Easterby gives an insight into Sexton's impact on the current crop of no.10s, and on the Emerging Ireland cohort looking to win senior caps this month. Ronan O'Gara responds to stories linking him with the Munster vacancy. The All Blacks XV named to play Munster at Thomond Park contains five players with senior caps. Jamie George on the Haka, as Joe Marler rows back on his 'binned' comment.And the shortlists are revealed for the Guinness Rugby Writers Ireland Player of the Year awards.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Munster whose head of rugby operations Ian Costello provided the latest on their hunt for a Graham Rowntree replacement. Munster have also named their team to face that All Blacks XV at Thomond Park. We hear from Ireland defence coach Simon Easterby regarding their mini injury crisis at hooker, and how they've been inspired this week by the tales that inspired the movie 'Alive'. Scott Robertson has responded to Joe Marler's Haka comments, and he's also named the team to face England. Scotland have also shown their hand for their first autumn test against Fiji. And a Wales prop goes public with a heart condition.

On this episode of the Red78, Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to discuss Graham Rowntree's departure as head coach, and to discuss who may take over.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The 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. .

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on the storm whipped up by England prop Joe Marler's thoughts on the Haka. An All Blacks legend weighs in on Marler's opinion (and haircut). We have the latest from the All Blacks camp as their senior side prepare for England, and the All Blacks try-scorer parachuted into the XV squad that will play Munster. Rassie Erasmus discusses potentially coaching an international team other than South Africa. And David Campese gives his frank Joe Schmidt opinion.

Following this morning's breaking news that Munster Rugby have parted company with Head Coach Graham Rowntree, club legend Alan Quinlan joined Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig on the line to bring us his initial reaction. Catch The Off The Ball 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.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you that bombshell news of a change at the top for Munster. Connacht have tied their captain down with a new three year deal. France have named their third different captain of 2024. Toulouse secure the services of Ange Capuozzo with a new lengthy contract. Plus, we hear from All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan ahead of their Northern Hemisphere stretch, which includes that Friday night date with Ireland.

On a bumper Friday edition of Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on the stories linking Bundee Aki with a money-spinning move to France. Lynne Cantwell's capped an excellent month for her personally, with a new role at the IRFU. And there's team news from each of the four provinces ahead of their last URC outings before the international window. Plus, Leo Cullen discusses his potential new contract, and Jonathan Sexton perhaps working with Ireland.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the World Cup potentially heading to the Middle East. The Sharks have named a Springbok-laden side to play Munster in Durban on Saturday, with one surprising positional switch. We hear from Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins on the day that they announced a former player as their new Player Development Manager. Ulster's Marcus Rea talks ahead of their trip to Cardiff. And New Zealand look to have won a tug-o-war for one of France's hottest prospects.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you through the Ireland squad named today for November's internationals, and we hear from the country's new captain - Caelan Doris. Could Jonathan Sexton be joining the Ireland coaching staff? Connacht lay out their 10-year Vision & Strategy document. The son of an ex-Ireland international is in the latest France squad, along with a certain Olympic gold medal winner. Ireland aren't the only team changing captain for November. And could the Lions boldly go where they haven't ventured since 1936?

On this week's episode of the Red78 on Off The Ball with Ruairi O'Hagan, and Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes, we discuss the defeat to the Stormers and look ahead to the clash with the Sharks.(0.00) Intro and comments(3.50) Stormers review(26.39) Star of the Week(28.03) Sharks previewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Women's World Cup fixtures announced, Jacques Nienaber clarifies comments on future, reaction to Leo Cullen's contract extension and who does James Treacy want in Ireland's squad for upcoming Autumn internationals?

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the injury update from Munster following their defeat to the DHL Stormers. Leinster's latest injury bulletin contains troubling news for Ireland head coach Andy Farrell, and we hear from Jacques Nienaber and RG Snyman ahead of their game with the Emirates Lions at the Aviva. Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen also has some complimentary words for Leo Cullen's side. There's French interest in a Leinster out-half. And two uncapped players named in Wales' 35-man autumn panel.

On Friday's bumper Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the official IRFU stance on the proposed 20-minute red card rule. Connacht and Leinster have named their teams for tomorrow's URC interpro in Galway, and there's potentially worrying news for Andy Farrell. Munster make five changes for their Cape Town excursion. Ireland's women learn of their World Cup pool opponents.Could Eddie Jordan rescue London Irish?And Sene Naoupu earns a plum new job back in New Zealand.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ulster team news ahead of their URC fixture with the Ospreys. We hear from assistant coach Dan Soper for the latest on their injured hookers, and Harry Sheridan on wanting to impress the Ireland staff. Eve Higgins speaks to Off The Ball ahead of this evening's Women's World Cup draw. And another Welsh stalwart decides to call time on their international career.