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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.

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds' defeat to Leinster in Croke Park, and to look ahead to Saturday's clash with the Stormers.(0.00) Intro and comments(4.57) Leinster v Munster review(26.36) Munster incorrectly down to 14(35.40) Star of the Week(39.57) Stormers 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.****

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Ireland rugby star, in both the 7s & 15s format, Eve Higgins, joined Ger & Colm on the line this morning to discuss her experience at Paris 2024 in the 7s tournament, as well as as a successful WXV1 campaign over the passed few weeks!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 Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Munster camp ahead of their back-to-back URC fixtures in South Africa. We hear from attack coach Mike Prendergast on the areas that need improvement after last week's Croke Park defeat, and the glowing comparison with a legend of the game for Ben O'Connor. All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson addresses Jonathan Sexton's Rieko Ioane quotes, as he suffers a trio of back row withdrawals. And Steve Borthwick breaks his silence on the resignations of Felix Jones and Aled Walters from his England staff.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest injury news from Ulster and Connacht following Saturday's meeting of the sides in Belfast. We hear from Ulster assistant Dan Soper and Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins. Rocky Elsom has responded to the international warrant for his arrest. Three legends to be inducted into the Rugby Players Ireland Hall Of Fame. We hear from Joey Carbery, Caelan Doris and Jacob Stockdale from today's launch of the Investec Champions Cup season in Cardiff.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the injury update following Leinster's bruising win over Munster at Croke Park, and it confirms Andy Farrell's worst fears. French rugby bosses have strongly condemned the proposed trial of the 20-minute red card. Richard Wigglesworth gets a promotion within the England camp. And Ireland learn of their seeding for Thursday's Women's World Cup draw.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all of the team news ahead of a mammoth day of interpro action in the URC, and it brings bad news for Ireland head coach Andy Farrell. An international arrest warrant has been issued for Heineken Cup-winner with Leinster, Rocky Elsom. And Ireland are to face new opposition next year.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Ireland's final outing in WXV1. We hear from Brian O'Driscoll ahead of Saturday's huge interpro at Croke Park, and the figure Leinster could pocket from it. Richie talks to Simon Easterby and James Culhane after an impressive Emerging Ireland trip to Bloemfontein. And Premiership bosses pour cold water on URC merger talk, as Wasps angle for a way back into the English game.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Munster ahead of their huge inter-pro with Leinster at Croke Park. We hear from their head coach Graham Rowntree and Tom Farrell. Simon Easterby's revealed his Emerging Ireland team for the final game of the South African tour. Scott Bemand's been forced into a slight alteration to his Ireland squad ahead of their last WXV1 outing. Scott Robertson provides an update on the Leinster-bound Jordie Barrrett.World Rugby is putting several potential rule changes forward for global trial. And Kurt-Lee Arendse is off to Japan.

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over the Ospreys at a wet and windy Virgin Media Park, and to look ahead to the challenge of facing Leinster in Croke Park.(0.00) Intro and listeners' comments(8.30) Munster 23-0 Ospreys review(20.08) Star of the Week(22.35) Leinster previewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78 #£

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest from the Leinster camp ahead of this season's first outing at Croke Park. James Lowe describes the 'mutual hate' between Leinster and Munster players, and Robin McBryde reacts to the Ronan Kelleher injury news. We hear from head coach Simon Easterby and flanker Cormac Izuchukwu ahead of the final game of the Emerging Ireland trip to South Africa. Dearbhaile Nic A Bháird discusses her long road back to the Ireland women's team. Players selected for next year's Lions tour are set for a huge windfall. And there's mixed news for England head coach Steve Borthwick.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news for Leinster, Munster and Ulster's URC outings this weekend. We hear from Josh van der Flier and Tadhg Beirne. There's also the latest on the Emerging Ireland squad in South Africa, and Zac Ward discusses his switch from Sevens to 15s. Plus, Ronan O'Gara responds to the spat recounted in Jonathan Sexton's new book.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest in the trans-hemispherical war of words between Rieko Ioane and Jonathan Sexton. Connacht have named their team for tomorrow night's game away to the Scarlets, and we hear from Finlay Bealham and Dwayne Peel on that game. Plus, another Pumas international has found a new club.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details of Emerging Ireland's 36-24 win over the Pumas in Bloemfontein, and we get immediate reaction from head coach Simon Easterby.We check in with Linda Djougang ahead of Ireland's second WXV outing in Langley. Michael Cheika's received a ban from the RFU, and Leicester are not happy. And Agustin Creevy proves you're never too old for a change of scenery.

Rugby journalist Ali Donnelly joins Ger & Colm as they reflect on Ireland’s historic win over New Zealand in the WXV1 and discuss whether this quality of performance can be sustained long-term.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 news of that Emerging Ireland team to face the Pumas tomorrow. We hear from Munster defence coach Denis Leamy, who responds to Donnacha O'Callaghan's assessment that Munster should be embarrassed by their defeat to Zebre. There's injury news from Ulster and from Connacht as well today. Further rule changes could be on the way, if a group of high-profile French referees get their way. And Michael Cheika's in hot water with the RFU.

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to discuss Munster's defeat to Zebre.(0.00) Intro, comments(9.30) Zebre 42-33 Munster review(32.20) Star of the week(34.26) Munster v Ospreys 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.

Following Ireland's 29-27 win against reigning world champions New Zealand at the WXV1 in Canada, co-captain Edel McMahon joined Eoin Sheahan on Monday's Off The Ball.Rugby on Off The Ball, with Bank of Ireland, a proud sponsor of Connacht, Leinster, Munster and Ulster rugby. Never Stop Competing.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to Ireland's incredible bonus point win over New Zealand in the WXV. We hear from Player of the Match Aoife Wafer, captain Edel McMahon, and head coach Scott Bemand. Jack Conan has been linked with linked with a potential move to France, and there's reaction to the news from Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber. RG Snyman is on target to make his Leinster debut. And Stade Français sack their head coach just 4 games into the new Top 14 season.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has a plethora of team news ahead of the weekend's URC action. We hear from John Hodnett, as Munster put their faith in Tony Butler for their Italian job. Kok is on familiar ground as Ulster begin their South African double-header. Finlay Bealham makes a timely return to Connacht action. And Simon Easterby's forced into yet another alteration to his Emerging Ireland squad.

25 years ago this month Munster beat the Ireland rugby team in a World Cup warm-up. Brian O'Driscoll, Ronan O'Gara and Alan Quinlan share their memories of the day.For more great rugby analysis across the season with BOD, ROG & Quinny become a member at offtheball.com/joinRugby on Off The Ball, with Bank of Ireland, a proud sponsor of Connacht, Leinster, Munster and Ulster. #NeverStopCompeting

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of record-breaker Cian Healy, with Leinster head coach Leo Cullen leading the tributes. Felix Jones has been frozen out by England ahead of the autumn internationals.There are changes in the half-backs for both the All Blacks and Wallabies ahead of Bledisloe 2And an ex-Connacht man has found a new club.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest ahead of the Emerging Ireland tour, as we hear from backs coach Andrew Goodman for the first time. There's news of how you can watch those three fixtures in South Africa, and select AIL games too. Ulster add some front row cover ahead of their own URC mission to South Africa. France and Le Coq Sportif heading to court over unpaid debts. And the Wallabies are forced into a change in winger.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Marty Moore's retirement from rugby. Simon Easterby's been forced into some alterations to his Emerging Ireland squad that tours South Africa next month. There's good news for Leinster regarding incoming signing Jordie Barrett. Pete Wilkins has the latest on Santiago Cordero's fitness. We hear from Rassie Erasmus, who's given his full backing to under-fire out-half Manie Libbok. And Sam Cane discusses his 100th All Blacks cap.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest injury news from Munster and Leinster. We hear from new Leinster coach Tyler Bleyendaal, as well as Jordan Larmour. Leinster sweat over the fitness of incoming All Blacks star Jordie Barrett. And mixed news for Emerging Ireland coach Simon Easterby.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney takes a look ahead to Leinster's URC opener against Edinburgh. There's also team news for the other three Irish provinces in action tomorrow, with Graham Rowntree speaking about Munster's greater squad depth this season.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has your first meaty slice of team news of the new URC season, and it could see Cian Healy reach an historic milestone for Leinster. Ulster have added a new tighthead to their ranks ahead of the new season. Ireland flanker Aoife Wafer assesses what's ahead in the WXV1. And there's team news from the All Blacks, Wallabies and Pumas ahead of another busy Saturday in the Rugby Championship.

Ireland & Leinster star Aoife Wafer joined Eoin Sheahan to discuss her return from injury as well as delve into her journey to becoming one of the best players in the country!Rugby on Off The Ball w/ Bank Of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Emerging Ireland squad that will tour South Africa next month. We hear from its head coach Simon Easterby on Zac Ward, Cormac Izuchukwu and Sam Prendergast. It's a doubly good day for Ulster's Harry Sheridan. Joey Carbery's injury fears confirmed. And Rassie Eramus' rebuke for injured Springboks star Sacha Feinberg-Mgomezulu.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of an interim appointment as Ireland head coach. Scott Bemand has included four uncapped players in his Ireland squad for the WXV1. An Ulster stalwart fends off French interest to sign a new contract, but injuries are mounting up at the province. And Tadhg Beirne is officially the Munster captain.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest injury news from Munster ahead of their URC season-opener with Connacht, which includes very welcome news regarding Jean Kleyn. We hear from Jack Conan and Robin McBryde as Leinster gear up for a trip to Edinburgh. There's a new captain at Connacht. Joey Carbery's injury nightmare follows him to France. And the latest on the arrest of Racing winger Vinaya Habosi.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland women's camp ahead of tomorrow's 150th anniversary test with the Wallaroos - we hear from Enya Breen, Hugh Hogan and Scott Bemand. The URC reacts to talk it could merge with Premiership RugbyWe hear from new Leinster captain Caelan Doris. And an Ireland Sevens star is given his first start for Ulster.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has mixed news on the injury front for Leinster, with the start of the URC season just over a week away. The Springboks have opted to rest a host of front line players for their Rugby Championship trip to Argentina. We hear from Fiona Hayes ahead of Ireland's one-off test with Australia, and how they can compete with the WXV big guns. A former Leinster flanker has secured a move to the Premiership. And Scottish Rugby has a new CEO.

Munster & UL Bohs head coach Fiona Hayes joined Off The Ball Breakfast as Ireland prepare for a test against Australia in Belfast this weekend before heading to Canada to take on the world's best in WXV1.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 Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of another 2019 World Cup-winning Springbok receiving a doping ban. Siya Kolisi's return to South Africa has been confirmed. Michael Cheika has his say on the future of the Wallabies. Hugo Auradou returns to training with Pau, despite the charges he faces in Argentina. And RFU to lay off staff despite £100m Twickenham deal.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has details of the new English rugby partnership, and we hear from Performance Director Conor O'Shea. Eimear Considine outlines her route back to the Ireland squad. Plus the French players accused of rape in Argentina are allowed home.

Ireland and Munster fullback Eimear Considine joined Eoin Sheahan as she recovered from her ACL injury to make it back into the Ireland squad for their upcoming WXV1 campaign. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland #NeverStopCompeting

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a SA Rugby apology to their counterparts from New Zealand. We hear from Ireland head coach Scott Bemand, and Cliodhna Moloney, as Ireland gather ahead of their one-off test with Australia, and the WXV1. Plus, good news aplenty on the injury front for Munster as the new season draws nearer.

Anna Caplice joins Adrian and Colm to discuss the recent Interprovincial games and Scott Bemand's 35-player squad for Ireland's test against Australia and the WXV1 campaign in Vancouver. Off the Ball Breakfast

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Ireland women's squad named ahead of their one-off test with Australia, and their WXV1 campaign. We hear from Scott Robertson, and his reasons for recalling former All Blacks captain Sam Cane. And Connacht's Santiago Cordero will start in a reshuffled Pumas side for their meeting with the Wallabies.

Rugby Fans! Listen the sixth episode of Off the Ball's Inner Drive series with Allianz, as Paralympic gold medalist Ellen Keane reflects on the highs and lows of her swimming career as she prepares for her final swims on the world stage.Inner Drive, with Allianz Insurance, proud sponsors of Paralympics Ireland.

Former Irish rugby international Anna Caplice previews the weekend’s Interpro fixtures as Ulster take on Leinster & Connacht welcome Munster.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

Ulster rugby’s Kathryn Dane speaks on her return to competitive rugby following a brain haemorrhage in 2022.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

Irish Olympian Stacey Flood joins Shane and Aisling to reflect on her Olympic journey with the Women's Rugby 7's squad, and speaks about her plans for the future. Off the Ball Breakfast To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Fiona Hayes joins Shane Hannon following Ireland’s 26-47 defeat at the hands of Canada in Belfast yesterday afternoon in their final game before the Women’s Rugby World Cup.Rugby on OTB w/ Bank of Ireland

Munster Head Coach and Grand Slam winner Fiona Hayes joined Will O'Callaghan ahead of the return of the women's interpros on Saturday.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you Jonathan Sexton's response to recent online jibes from Rieko Ioane. We hear from Ronan O'Gara as speculation mounts that Ciaran Frawley will pip Ross Byrne to Leinster's no.10 jersey at Croke Park. There's light at the end of the tunnel at last for London Irish, and we hear from their prospective new owner. Where you can watch next week's Women's World Cup draw. And the Puma that could be swapping the Premiership for the Top 14.

Irish 7s rugby player & Meath footballer Vikki Wall chats to Aisling O'Reilly after Meath's exit from the All-Ireland Championship.OTB Breakfast, with thanks to Optimum NutritionCatch 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