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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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
S23 Ep 109Rugby Daily | Henshaw back to work, Scotland's butcher speaks, Brennan clan back to Munster
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp as they get back to work in Tours. We hear from Robbie Henshaw, and there's an update on Cian Healy's fitness. Javan Sebastian - Scotland's ex-butcher - talks ahead of their Pool B fixture with Romania. And a host of Ireland internationals will start for Munster against the Barbarians tomorrow, with a very familiar surname on the visitors' bench.
S23 Ep 108Rugby Daily: Vikki Wall eyes up Olympics, South Africa analyse Irish defeat, more financial trouble in the English club game
On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Vikki Wall eyes up Olympics with Irish Sevens, South Africa say loss to Ireland not all down to kicking and more disappointing news from England domestic game as financial crisis deepens.
S23 Ep 107Rugby Daily: France confident on Dupont return | Wallabies on the slide
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan, France are set to welcome back Dupont, there's more reaction to Ireland-South Africa and Australia slide down world rankings.
S23 Ep 106Rugby Daily | BOD on Ireland v South Africa, New beginnings for Irish Women's side
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Ann-Marie Donelan brings you the latest rugby news including BOD's view of Ireland/South Africa, new beginnings for the Irish Women's side.
S23 Ep 105Rugby Daily | New Rowntree deal, Scotland and NZ on Ireland, Handre Pollard is not Superman
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to Ireland's bruising win over the Springboks on Saturday. We hear from scrum coach John Fogarty, plus Gregor Townsend and Scott McLeod give their unique perspectives on the coverage since. There's good news for Munster fans regarding head coach Graham Rowntree. Eddie Jones reacts angrily to stories linking him with a Japan return.And Rassie Erasmus gives his take on Handre Pollard's return to the Springbok team.
S23 Ep 104IRELAND 13 - 8 SOUTH AFRICA | Reaction from: Sexton, Kolisi, Farrell, Nienaber & More!
Adrian Barry was on hand to get interviews from the likes of Tadhbg Beirne, Finley Bealham and Ryan Baird. He was also able to record Ireland's and South Africa's tabletop press conferences.Rugby on OTB with thanks to Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 103Rugby Daily | Dupont injury latest, Stick issues Ireland challenge, Jones on future
On Friday's bumper Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Antoine Dupont's injury with the France captain's World Cup participation hanging by a thread. We hear from Paul O'Connell, Mzwandile Stick, Damien de Allende and Brian O'Driscoll ahead of tomorrow's showdown at the Stade de France. And Eddie Jones gives the latest on his future as Australia head coach, with sympathy coming from a surprising source.
S23 Ep 102‘This is everything we’ve been working towards’ | Ireland captain’s run ahead of South Africa
Ireland's Mack Hansen, Josh van der Flier and Paul O'Connell addressed the media on the eve of the biggest game in Pool B of the Rugby World Cup, against South Africa. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 101Rugby Daily | Sheehan back in the mix, Kolisi on 7-1 split, England ring changes
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland team news for Saturday's World Cup showdown with the Springboks. We hear from Andy Farrell, Garry Ringrose and Siya Kolisi on the big game in Saint-Denis. Matt Williams goes deep on his dislike of the 7-1 bench split. Marcus Smith's new role for England is confirmed. And one Wallaby is pin-pointed for their downfall so far at the World Cup.
S23 Ep 100Reaction to South Africa's 7-1 split, Irish lineup to face the Boks | Andy Farrell & Johnny Sexton
Irish boss Andy Farrell & captain Johnny Sexton speak ahead of the South Africa clash on Saturday as the Ireland lineup is announced. Rugby with Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 99Rugby Daily | Conan out, Nienaber on 7-1 split, Madigan retires
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp including news on Jack Conan and Dan Sheehan's availability for Saturday's Springboks showdown. We hear from Simon Easterby and Jacques Nienaber on that controversial 7-1 split on the Boks' bench. England have found a new use for Marcus Smith, while Australia have another injury headache. And Ian Madigan has announced his retirement from rugby.
S23 Ep 98Rugby Daily: Ireland squad update, D'Arcy on South Africa clash, France name team for Namibia
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the injury news from the Ireland camp in Tours. Former Ireland centre Gordon D'Arcy has his say on this weekend's clash with South Africa.And France have named a strong team to face Namibia later this week.
S23 Ep 97Rugby Daily: Erasmus rules out IRFU role, Eben Etzebeth set for South Africa return, Eddie Jones reacts to Fiji loss
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the details as Rassie Erasmus rules out a potential future role with the IRFU.There's also injury news from the South African camp ahead of their clash with Ireland next weekend.Eddie Jones is already looking ahead to Australia's meeting with Wales after their loss to Fiji.And England head coach Steve Borthwick wants his side to continue their upward trajectory after a 34-12 win over Japan.
S23 Ep 96Mike Catt on Ireland's performance against Tonga and South Africa preview
Mike Catt speaks to the gathered Irish media over (a poor quality) zoom in France ahead of the South Africa game.
S23 Ep 93Tadhg Furlong, Hugo Keenan & Simon Easterby | Ireland vs Tonga
Ireland's Tadhg Furlong, Hugo Keenan & Simon Easterby speak ahead of their crucial clash with Tonga.Rugby with Vodafone | TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 94Rugby Daily: Furlong on facing Tonga's beefy front-row | Skelton worry for Wallabies
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Will O’Callaghan brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's World Cup clash with Tonga.Ronan O’Gara and Brian O’Driscoll discuss whether Andy Farrell was right to again roll out his big guns Australia sweat over the fitness of their captain Will Skelton while World Rugby confirm that water breaks will be in place this weekend…
S23 Ep 92Tonga challenging themselves against 'the best' | Solomone Kata, Leva Fifita, Tyler Bleyendaal
Solomone Kata, Leva Fifita and Tyler Bleyendaal appeared before the media on Friday ahead of their game vs. Ireland on Saturday. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 79Rugby Daily: Farrell names strong Ireland team, injury blows for South Africa and Scotland, France in action tonight
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the Ireland team news ahead of Saturday's World Cup meeting with Tonga. South Africa and Scotland have both been hit with injuries. Warren Gatland is calling on his Wales players to show improvement in this weekend's meeting with Portugal. And France are back in action tonight with a fixture against Uruguay in Lille.
S23 Ep 79Mack Hansen & Peter O'Mahony | Ireland vs Tonga presser
Irish rugby stars Mack Hansen & Peter O'Mahony look ahead to this weekend's clash with Tonga. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 78Andy Farrell & Johnny Sexton | Ireland vs Tonga presser
Irish boss Andy Farrell & captain Johnny Sexton speak to the media ahead of Ireland's second RWC game vs Tonga.Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
S23 Ep 77Rugby Daily | Conan Boks hope, choral anthem update, Keegan insight
On Wendesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Jack Conan's injury status ahead of the Tonga game. We hear from Keith Earls, Craig Casey, Mick Kearney and performance coach Gary Keegan. We hear too from the World Cup organisers on the stadium entry issues, the choral anthems and tournament refereeing. Ian Foster speaks after naming his All Blacks side to face Namibia. And four World Cup debutants are named in the Wales team to play Portugal.
S23 Ep 76Rugby Daily | Conan injury latest, Curry ban, Rassie's return to Ireland?
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest injury news from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's World Cup clash with Tonga. Tom Curry learns of his ban following his red card in England's win over Argentina. A Springboks legend has backed Rassie Erasmus for a return to Ireland, while Felix Jones explains the traffic light system. And France rest their big guns for Thursday's Pool A game with Uruguay.
S23 Ep 73Rugby Daily | Etzebeth hope, Kriel escape, anthem changes on horizon
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Springbok hopes to have Eben Etzebeth and Jesse Kriel in the clear to play Ireland on Saturday-week. We hear from Jacques Nienaber too on the Boks' traffic light system. There's the latest on plans to play Jonathan Sexton against Tonga. Bad news for France on hooker Julien Marchand. Plus, a change is a-coming on the anthem front at the World Cup.