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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 of Cardiff.

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 on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours.SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

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 provinces. Ulster have been linked with an All Blacks great. And England see their hooker banned for Saturday's Women's Six Nations visit of Ireland to Twickenham.

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 Darragh Murray pick up a ban this week. The IRFU will be one of the beneficiaries of a new grant from the British & Irish Lions. And Mohamed Haouas is being given a second chance at Montpellier.

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. And Scott Bemand on Ireland's task against England this coming weekend in the Women's Six Nations.

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.

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 you listen to yours.SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

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.

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 prospects.

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.

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 ambassador and Irish Rugby International, Brittany Hogan was speaking as part of Energia’s Half A Fan campaign. As proud partner of Ireland Men’s and Women’s rugby teams, Energia believes that being a partner to both teams means showing support for both – so don’t be #HalfAFan.

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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 Rochelle this weekend against Leinster.

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.

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'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.Get 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 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 online troll for abusing a World Cup TMO. And French rugby mourns the passing of a true great.

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.

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.

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 Kitshoff. And La Rochelle have a front row concern ahead of their return to Champions Cup action.

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 PreviewThe 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.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

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 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 Ball Breakfast podcast.

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 retirement.

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.

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.

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 podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours.SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.#OptimumNutrition | #TheresMoreOfYouInYou

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 Six Nations fixtures.

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.

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 back at the win over Ospreys(23.03) RG Snyman’s Performance(25.00) Star of the week(26.25) Munster v Cardiff 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 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 face competition for their tighthead target.

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 with a 6-2 bench split, as he names his first Ulster team.

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 Ball Breakfast podcast.#OptimumNutrition | #TheresMoreOfYouInYou

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 his comments regarding World Cup quarter-final referee Ben O'Keeffe. And another England international is packing their bags for France.

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.

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 Connacht stalwart has committed to the province.

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 on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Ireland and Munster back-row Dorothy Wall joined Joe Molloy on tonight's Off The Ball ahead of this weekend's Six Nations' opener with France in Le Mans. The flanker discussed how the culture has changed within the Ireland squad and why their goal is a top-three finish.

On Tuesday's busy Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the plentiful news from Munster who have signed a replacement out-half for Joey Carbery, but could have already seen Oli Jager play his final game of the season. New Ulster interim head coach Richie Murphy has longer-term ambitions at the province, where he's been joined by a member of the Ireland coaching staff. Jacques Nienaber discusses Leinster's reported pursuit of a Wallbies prop. The Dupont Law is not much longer for this world. And Eimear Corri speaks to Off The Ball ahead of the Women's Six Nations.

Ireland scrum coach Denis Fogarty and second row Eimear Corri spoke to Stephen Kisbey-Green at the Abbottstown HPC prior to the start of the Six Nations this weekend.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland captain's run ahead of their Six Nations finale with Scotland. We hear from captain Peter O'Mahony, who spoke at the Aviva today. Andy Farrell jumps to the defence of under-fire Conor Murray, and has his say on the Antoine Frisch situation. Plus, could France be forced into a late change for their date with England.

On a bumper edition of Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland team to play Scotland on Super Saturday in the Six Nations. We hear from Andy Farrell, and his Scottish counterpart Gregor Townsend.There's interesting team news for France's game with England, which in a roundabout way brings good news for Munster. Warren Gatland addresses George North's retirement, and whether he tried to convince him to stay. Rassie Erasmus has been talking about his favourite subject... Ireland. And we hear from Eddie Jones, who has lofty ambitions for Japan.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of the Ireland U20's must-win game with Scotland at Virgin Media Park. We also hear from Ireland backs coach Ian Keatley. Ulster have signed a South African winger from the Sharks, who continue to hand out contracts like Smarties. And George North confirms his international retirement.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from a wounded Ireland camp. We hear from defence coach SImon Easterby, who also addresses the potential capping by France of Antoine Frisch. Munster have confirmed some big-name visitors for the autumn. England suffer an injury blow ahead of their final Six Nations outing with France. A Leinster lock is on his way to South Africa. And another Irishman joins the Springboks coaching staff.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack delivers the fallout from Saturday's Grand Slam heartbreak in Twickenham. Scotland make some minor alterations to their squad for this weekend's Six Nations decider at the Aviva. The latest on Antoine Frisch's call-up for France. Plus, Warren Gatland assesses Italy, with a wooden spoon staring him in the face.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the very latest ahead of Ireland's crunch Six Nations game with England. We hear from England defence coach Felix Jones on what Steve Borthwick's side need to do to beat Ireland. Plus, Peter O'Mahony on the thorns carried by the Red Rose. Emmanuel Meafou's handed his France debut, as Fabien Galthié rings the changes for Cardiff.Connacht tie down a young back rower to a new deal. And Montpellier remain in the hunt for some big names this summer.

Peter O'Mahony speaks to the media ahead of Ireland's fixture against England in Twickenham.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland and England team news ahead of Saturday's crucial Six Nations clash at Twickenham. We hear from Andy Farrell and Steve Borthwick on the task at hand. Italy hand a debut to the son of a Wallabies legend. And Rugby Australia reveal a huge overspend on their doomed World Cup campaign.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest team news from England ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash with Ireland at Twickenham. We hear from Cian Healy on the threat posed by the Red Rose. Wales drop George North for Sunday's date with France. And Ulster's Bryn Cunningham talks about the pivotal moment for the province, as a trio of players commit their futures at the Kingspan Stadium.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's Six Nations game at Twickenham. We hear from scrum coach John Fogarty on the current injury situation, the threat posed by England, and the need for the scrum to perform. A Leinster lock looks set for a Premiership move. And Connacht tie down one of their starlets.

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Zebre in Virgin Media Park.(0.30) Intro and comments(5.45) Fiona and Quinny look back at the win over Zebre(12.00) Mike Haley’s player of the match performance(17.50) RG Snyman(22.00) Munster’s academy players (24.00) Star of the weekThe 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.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

On Monday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan the countdown to Ireland's Six Nations game against England this weekend has begun, one Italian flanker has been forced to retire at 28 and Dupont targets Olympic gold.