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S23 Ep 264The Red 78 Unlocked: Ulster victorious, Stormers in Limerick and a tribute to Andrew Conway - Ep. 76
Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds’ defeat to Ulster in Belfast. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, there’s a preview of the URC Grand Final rematch with Stormers and we pay tribute to Andrew Conway.(0.30) Intro (4.40) Review of Ulster v Munster(27.23) Star of the Week (29.48) Stormers preview(38.42) Andrew Conway’s retirement(41.40) Oli Jager on his way to Munster?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
S23 Ep 263Rugby Daily | WRU apologises for 'toxic' culture, Van der Flier on World Cup heartache, France lock facing longer sentence
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, we hear from Josh van der Flier as he prepares to make his Leinster return. The Ireland back row discusses his World Cup heartache, and how he's recovered. The WRU has apologised after an independent review found elements of the union harboured a racist, sexist, misogynistic and homophobic culture without being tackled. The first domino has fallen in Rugby Australia's centralisation plan. And France lock Bastien Chalureau is facing a longer sentence than first handed to him for an alleged racist attack.
S23 Ep 262Rugby Daily | Munster want Snyman compensation, Aki a Champions Cup doubt, the Eddie Jones Job Spot
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Munster wanting compensation for RG Snyman's latest injury, plus there's interest in the injury-prone lock's signature. Connacht reveal their travelling party for their URC games in South Africa, and it's notable for who isn't included. Plus, the latest edition of the Eddie Jones Job Spot.
S23 Ep 261Rugby Daily | Captain Sheehan, Jager to Munster? Wallabies star to swap codes
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news from Leinster and Connacht ahead of this weekend's away trips for both provinces. Oli Jager's destination now appears certain. And the Wallabies could be losing one of their few genuine stars to the NRL.
S23 Ep 260Rugby Daily | Conway retirement shock, Jager back to Ireland, Price is right for Edinburgh
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the sad news of Andrew Conway's immediate retirement. Oli Jager looks set to return to Ireland having given his notice at the Crusaders. Ulster and Munster name their teams for their interpro derby, with plenty of Ireland internationals back in the fold. And Scotland scrum-half Ali Price makes a move in the national interest.
S23 Ep 259Rugby Daily | Springbok legend retires, Barnes addresses social media abuse, Mbonambi labels England "unprofessional"
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a Springbok legend's retirement. Bongi Mbonambi has strong words for England following the racism row that almost cost him at World Cup final place. Wayne Barnes reveals the extent of the abuse he's received in the wake of the World Cup final. Plus, Fabien Galthié speaks for the first time since France's World Cup exit.
S23 Ep 258Rugby Daily | Rowntree on Snyman, Kleyn and Carbery, Jones on Japan links
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news aplenty from Munster, where Graham Rowntree has provided injury updates on RG Snyman and Joey Carbery. We also get his assessment of Ulster. Plus, Eddie Jones rows back on his own claims that he'll be back in work "very shortly".
S23 Ep 257The Red 78 Unlocked: Young guns slay Dragons, build-up to Ulster, and Snyman injured again - Ep. 75
Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on an impressive win over the Dragons in Musgrave Park. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, there’s a preview of Friday’s clash with Ulster and plenty more.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 (4.10) Review of Munster v Dragons(20.28) Star of the Week (24.06) Ulster Preview(39.14) RG Snyman injury, Jean Kleyn departure? (44.28) Who is Munster’s next talisman going to be?Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
S23 Ep 256Rugby Daily | Snyman injury blow, Kleyn to France? Cane ban
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the latest injury to befall RG Snyman, while two of his international teammates appear destined for France in the summer. We hear from Sean O'Brien as Leinster's Ireland contingent return to the fold, and Pete Wilkins aims to address Connacht's away from having made the Sportsground a fortress.
S23 Ep 255Rugby Daily | ROG on Lions, Carbery blow, Cane to Japan
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ronan O'Gara's response to talk linking him with a Lions gig. There's bad news for Joey Carbery and Munster as a former Cork hurling star awaits the provincial debut. Jack Carty's back for Connacht, and Ulster make a host of changes for tomorrow's derby in Galway. Plus, Sam Cane's off to Japan as his former All Blacks coach lands a dig on New Zealand Rugby.
S23 Ep 254Rugby Daily | What will David Humphreys bring to IRFU? Eddie Jones on leaving Australia job and Wayne Barnes hangs up his boots
On Thursday's Rugby Daily Ann-Marie Donelan looks ahead to what David Humphreys might bring to the IRFU Performance Director role, Eddie Jones on his departure from Australian job and Wayne Barnes calls time on career.
S23 Ep 252Rugby Daily | Nucifora out Humphreys in, Wood on Lions, Leinster prop to France
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the new big cheese at the IRFU. Keith Wood also offers an interesting Lions coaching ticket, and a Leinster player is off to France.
S23 Ep 251Rugby Daily | Farrell for Lions? Jones resigns, more Carbery injury woe
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of - and reaction to - Eddie Jones' resignation as Wallabies head coach. Andy Farrell's been recommended for the Lions job by the highest source possible. We've injury news from Munster, Ulster and Connacht with bad news for Joey Carbery. Plus an England stalwart calls time on their international career.
S23 Ep 250Connacht's strong start about to be tested by Ulster in massive interpro | PETE WILKINS
Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins addressed the media after two good performances over the last two weeks set them up nicely ahead of their interpro with Ulster this weekend. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 249The Red 78 Unlocked: Great escape in Italy, Munster hope to slay Dragons, and a tribute to Keith Earls
A brand new season of The Red 78 kicks off with Alan Quinlan back in the hotseat, joined by newcomers Fiona Hayes and Ruairí O’Hagan to talk all things Munster Rugby every Tuesday - 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.(0.00) Intro(05.00) Recap of Munster’s win over Benetton__________________________________(22.19) Fiona and Alan’s Star of the Week(27.33) Dragons preview(35.00) Munster at the World Cup and a tribute to Keith EarlsGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
S23 Ep 216Rugby Daily | Bundee's new deal, Eddie Jones "pissed off", URC team news
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of - and reaction to - Bundee Aki's contract extension. There's team news galore ahead of another packed weekend of URC action. Eddie Jones is "pissed off" with the current situation in Australian Rugby. And Felipe Contepomi reveals who he believes are the best team in the world.... still.
S23 Ep 215Rugby Daily | Mbonambi cleared, RWC final teams named, Jones out?
In Thursday's bumper Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news for Saturday's World Cup final. We hear from Jacques Nienaber, Siya Kolisi, Sam Cane and Ian Foster. The RFU come out swinging against the decision to clear Bongi Mbonambi. Ireland name their team to play Spain in the WXV.Plus, those Eddie Jones rumours have cropped up yet again Down Under.
S23 Ep 214Rugby Daily | Mbonambi latest, England defend Curry, Boks hail Felix Jones
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on the Bongi Mbonambi case. We hear from Willie Le Roux on his England celebrations and a tribute to the departing Felix Jones. England head coach Steve Borthwick and captain Owen Farrell rally around Tom Curry as the flanker is picked for tomorrow's World Cup bronze medal match. Leigh Halfpenny announces his international retirement. And Munster add some road-tested quality to their academy.
S23 Ep 213ANDREW GOODMAN: Nations Championship is 'a work in progress'
Leinster backs coach Andrew Goodman spoke to the media ahead of their clash with The Sharks in the URC this weekend, he also discussed the changes to the rugby calendar.Off The Ball Rugby with Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 211Rugby Daily | Expanded World Cup, Nations Championship, Healy injury blow
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack breaks down the announced changes to the World Cup structure, its draw time and the new international calendar. Bongi Mbonambi's trouble may not be stemming from the incident we all presumed. And we hear from Leinster coach Andrew Goodman following news of a further injury blow to Cian Healy.
S23 Ep 212JORDAN LARMOUR: Flipping the page after missing out. on World Cup selection | Leinster v Sharks
Leinster's Jordan Larmour spoke to the media about last weekend's loss to Glasgow in the URC and ahead of hosting The Sharks on Saturday afternoon. Rugby on Off The Ball with Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 208The F1 Pod - BONUS EPISODE: Conor Moore | Niki Lauda memories | puking in the helmet
It's a bonus episode of The Formula 1 pod this week - as we bring you some of the best bits from the season so far!Host Shane Hannon was joined by Conor Moore aka Conor Sketches to bring us some of his best F1 impersonations, five-time F1 Grand Prix winner John Watson on his relationship with his former teammate Niki Lauda, and Bernie Collins, the former Head of Race Strategy with Aston Martin F1, brings us her incredible insight.The F1 Pod on OTB is brought to you by Chicago Town Pizza, real takeout taste for less with Chicago Town.
S23 Ep 210Rugby Daily | Mbonambi allegation, Barnes gets final, Carty & Hansen updates
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the refereeing appointments for the last two matches at the World Cup. World Rugby are looking into the alleged discriminatory language used by Bongi Mbonambi in Saturday's semi-final win over England. Plus, we hear from Pete Wilkins and Leo Cullen after the opening weekend of the URC.
S23 Ep 209Rugby Daily | Reinach death threats, Addison & Conway make long awaited returns
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news ahead of tonight's Rugby World Cup semi-finals. We hear from Michael Cheika and Steve Hansen ahead of the showdown in Saint-Denis. The Springboks have had to respond to death threats sent to Cobus Reinach ahead of their semi-final with England. And a hale and hearty welcome back from injury to both Will Addison and Andrew Conway this weekend.
S23 Ep 207Rugby Daily | Smith out of semi, Lienert-Brown on Ireland, WXV team revealed
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news for Saturday's World Cup semi-final clash of England and the Springboks. We hear from Owen Farrell, Steve Borthwick, Jacques Nienaber and Siya Kolisi.The All Blacks can't stop name-checking Ireland, plus ex-Leinster man Felipe Contepomi plots another shock Pumas win. And the Ireland team to play Colombia in the WXV is in, and shows three changes.
S23 Ep 206Rugby Daily: Rassie Erasmus and Handre Pollard on England, O'Driscoll pays tribute to Sexton
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, we hear from Rassie Erasmus and Handre Pollard ahead of this weekend's Rugby World Cup semi-final against England.There's also insight from the English camp with Ollie Chessum. One Irish legend pays tribute to another, as Brian O'Driscoll has his say on Johnny Sexton's career. And Will Greenwood identifies his key moment from New Zealand's win over Ireland last weekend.
S23 Ep 205Rugby Daily | Earls retires, Eddie's not for moving, Raiwalui quits
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack delivers news of Keith Earls' immediate retirement. We hear from Eddie Jones on his plans to stay in the Wallabies job. But Fiji are yet again on the hunt for a new head coach. All that, plus a change in URC format and team news from Connacht and Ulster ahead of their opening weekend fixtures.
S23 Ep 204Rugby Daily | Conan, Rassie, Coles and more on quarter-finals, Munster & Connacht updates
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the reaction worth hearing from Saturday's pulsating World Cup quarter-finals. We hear from Jack Conan, Iain Henderson, Jason Ryan, Dane Coles and Rassie Erasmus. Plus, the URC is back this weekend (we know!) and we've updates from Munster and Connacht, and hear from the latter's head coach Pete Wilkins.
S23 Ep 203Johnny Sexton & Andy Farrell Press Conference
Jonathan Sexton & Andy Farrell spoke to the press after Ireland's 24-28 loss to the All Blacks.Rugby on OTB with Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 201Rugby Daily | Ryan and Hansen injury updates, Dupont returns, Smith FB experiment continues
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the key updates from Ireland's captain's run ahead of their World Cup quarter-final showdown with the All Blacks. We hear from Caelan Doris, Dan Sheehan and Mike Catt. Antoine Dupont is back for France, but Handre Pollard misses out on a starting berth for the Springboks.And Steve Borthwick is determined to make Marcus Smith at full-back a thing.
S23 Ep 202NEW ZEALAND: 'Our main focus is to earn another week' | New Zealand captains run ahead of Ireland quarter final
New Zealand head coach Ian Foster, as well as outside backs Will Jordan and Leicester Fainga'anuku addressed the media a day before the quarter final with Ireland. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 200Caelan Doris, Dan Sheehan & Mike Catt | Ireland Captain's Run
Caelan Doris, Dan Sheehan & Mike Catt spoke to the media following Ireland's Captain's Run before their quarterfinal clash vs. New Zealand on Saturday.Rugby on Off the Ball with Vodafone Ireland.
S23 Ep 193THE ALL BLACKS ANNOUNCE THEIR TEAM FOR IRELAND: Ian Foster, and New Zealand players
After New Zealand head coach Ian Foster named a strong team to face Ireland in the World Cup Quarter Final, he and several players including his captain Sam Cane addressed the media in the build up to the crucial encounter.Flyhalf Richie Mo'unga and loose forward Ardie Savea look at the threats Ireland pose, while second rower Scott Barrett and hooker Codie Taylor expressed their excitement for Saturday night lights in Paris.Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 192Rugby Daily | All Blacks curfew breach, Gatland on draw moaners, Jones to Japan
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings news of the All Blacks team to play Ireland in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final, and that news includes a surprise omission. We hear from Warren Gatland ahead of Wales' date with Argentina, and he has a word for those who've moaned about a lopsided draw. And reports re-emerge about Eddie Jones' potential return to Japan.
S23 Ep 190Sonny Bill Williams - Live from Vicar St.
Sonny Bill Williams was our special guest at Vicar St. for the Off The Ball Rugby World Cup Roadshow on Wednesday as we gear up for Ireland's clash with New Zealand this weekend. Joe Molloy was also joined by Gordon D'Arcy, Alan Quinlan, Andy Dunne, Fiona Hayes, James Tracy, and Malcolm O'KellyTo details on how to become a member and listen to the full, three-part podcast, go to to offtheball.com/join
S23 Ep 191The 'Zombie' hoard are the best Irish fans Conor Murray has ever experienced | MURRAY & HAMMOND
Ireland scrumhalf Conor Murray and high performance analyst Vinny Hammond addressed the media in the build up to their massive quarter final clash with the All Blacks. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 186Hugo Keenan & Tadhg Beirne press conference | 'We need to enjoy this'
Hugo Keenan and Tadhg Beirne spoke to the media about how they were feeling ahead of Ireland's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal clash vs. New Zealand on Saturday.Rugby on Off the Ball with Vodafone Ireland.
S23 Ep 188Rugby Daily | Hansen fit for quarter-final, All Black fans demand answers and Ireland women prepare for 15s tournament
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Andy Farrell names his starting 15 for World Cup quarter-final, Irish players on savouring special moments with fans and New Zealand supporters say time has run out for excuses.
S23 Ep 187Andy Farrell & Johnny Sexton press conference | Lowe & Hansen in, Ryan misses out
Ireland manager Andy Farrell and captain Johnny Sexton spoke to the media on Wednesday after Farrell named his squad to take on the All Blacks on Saturday in the Rugby World Cup final.Rugby on Off the Ball with Vodafone Ireland.
S23 Ep 177All Blacks players Aaron Smith & Rieko Ioane | Forward's coach Jason Ryan | Press Conference
All Blacks players Aaron Smith & Rieko Ioane alongside forward's coach Jason Ryan spoke to the media ahead of their clash with Ireland this weekend. Rugby on Off the Ball with Vodafone Ireland.
S23 Ep 179Rugby Daily | Keith Earls on Ireland backing themselves, inside New Zealand camp and promises to tier-two nations
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Keith Earls speaks to press ahead of World Cup quarter-final showdown, what has Joe Schmidt brought to New Zealand and World Rugby makes promise to tier-two nations.
S23 Ep 171Rugby Daily l Injury update ahead of New Zealand showdown, Dupont return imminent and smart mouth guards
On Monday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan injury updates ahead of Ireland New Zealand quarter-final, France set to welcome back Antoine Dupont and smart mouth guards the latest attempt to tackle concussion.Rugby Daily with Deliveroo | #WeGetFood
S23 Ep 169Ireland injury updates | Facing Joe Schmidt | Ronan Kelleher & team manager Mick Kearney
Ronan Kelleher and team manager Mick Kearney spoke to the media earlier today.Rugby on Off the Ball with Vodafone Ireland.
S23 Ep 116O'Mahony trying to keep the emotions at bay ahead of 100th Irish test | O'MAHONY & VAN DER FLIER
Soon-to-be test centurion Peter O'Mahony and Irish teammate Josh van der Flier addressed the media ahead of their final pool stage clash against Scotland. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 117Rugby Daily | Henshaw hope, AB's Lomax concern, Willis departs
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the very latest ahead of Ireland's Pool B showdown with Scotland. We hear from Andy Farrell, John Fogarty, James Lowe and Tadhg Beirne for the Irish perspective, plus Scotland duo Huw Jones and Grant Gilchrist give their side of events. There's renewed optimism about Robbie Henshaw's participation in France, but the All Blacks are sweating on Tyrell Lomax's availability for the knockout stages. Plus, we check in on the England camp as one of their number heads home earlier than planned.
S23 Ep 115IRELAND CAPTAIN'S RUN: The 'Haggered Badger's' 100th cap, bed bugs, and avoiding complacency
Ireland assistant coach John Fogarty, and players James Lowe & Tadhg Beirne addressed the media on the eve of their clash with Scotland in the final weekend of pool matches at the World Cup. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 114Rugby Daily | Henshaw's World Cup doubt, SA in WADA row, Farrell to set record
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the confirmed team news for Saturday's showdown in St. Denis. We hear from Ireland head coach Andy Farrell, Iain Henderson and Gregor Townsend on the big game. However, the news is far from positive regarding Robbie Henshaw. South Africa could be forced to compete under a neutral flag in the knockout phase, if their government don't sort a row with WADA. Plus, Owen Farrell to become a record-breaker
S23 Ep 113Rugby Daily | Ireland injury concern, NZ prop admits Uruguay are 'easy', Dupont latest
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest news from Tours where an injury concern over one of the Ireland players has been let slip. We hear from Bundee Aki and Paul O'Connell on Saturday's 'knockout' showdown with Scotland. There's the latest on Antoine Dupont's situation with France ahead of their last pool outing. Plus, a New Zealand prop admits their pool game with Uruguay should be "easy".
S23 Ep 112Rugby Daily | James Ryan boost, Finn Russell's impact and Sam Cane's first WC start
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily Ann-Marie Donelan brings you welcome James Ryan injury news, the view from Scotland ahead of Irish Paris showdown and New Zealand captain Sam Cane is set for his first start of the tournament.
S23 Ep 110Rugby Daily | Rassie's Ireland mind game, Eddie's safe, final call on Dupont
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of another enforced alteration to the Springboks' World Cup squad. We also hear from their director of rugby Rassie Erasmus, as he attempts to play mind games with Ireland. Eddie Jones' position as Wallabies head coach appears to be safe, despite their disastrous World Cup. We've the latest on Antoine Dupont following his return to training with France. And Wales name their team for Georgia, with revenge on their minds.