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Andy Farrell on Jonathan Sexton dealing with the ban, Jack Crowley's role and Italy
Andy Farrell speaks to the assembled media ahead of Ireland's first warmup game against Italy.
Andy Farrell names Ireland team to take on Italy | Notable changes from 2019 RWC run-in | Cian Tracey
Will O'Callaghan was joined by journalist Cian Tracey to discuss the Ireland team named for this weekend's pre-World Cup clash with Italy in the Aviva Stadium on Thursday's Off The Ball. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
How strong are the Springboks ahead of Rugby World Cup? | Craig Ray
South African journalist Craig Ray joins Shane & Dan on #OTBAM this morning to give insight into how Ireland's Pool B rivals South Africa are shaping up ahead of the Rugby World Cup. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
WNR: Crowley to get his chance | Road to the World Cup starts here
Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Fiona Hayes joined Joe Molloy ahead of Ireland's opening World Cup warm-up against Italy this weekend. Rugby on Off The Ball with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily | Names on jerseys, O'Connell on Kleyn, Wales debutants
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's World Cup warm-up with Italy. We hear from Paul O'Connell on how close Jean Kleyn was to sticking with Ireland, Jonathan Sexton, and the chance for players to impress. Kleyn is named in the Springboks XV this weekend, and we hear from Jacques Nienaber ahead of their trip to Buenos Aires. Ben Healy misses out on Scotland's latest test, despite a stellar debut. And there's a new look to the Wales team names to play England.
"I do regret not throwing that punch" | Alan Quinlan on the Battle of Bayonne
Irish legend Alan Quinlan relives the Battle of Bayonne in 2007 ahead of Ireland's RWC warmups with Italy & England. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Rugby Daily | World Cup prep begins, Erasmus quit threat, Ospreys to London
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp as they begin World Cup preparations in earnest. We hear from Eddie Jones and Ian Foster after their Bledisloe Cup exploits. Rassie Erasmus reveals when he nearly - and dramatically - walked out on the Springboks. Plus, the Ospreys are heading to London.
Australian Rugby is in big, big trouble | Matt Williams
Matt Williams talks with OTB AM of the struggles of rugby union in Australia at the moment ahead of the Bledisloe Cup game. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Gregor Paul: The All Blacks are back - and it's all Ireland's fault | Eddie Jones up to his usual antics
Will O'Callaghan was joined by New Zealand journalist Gregor Paul to discuss the final weekend of this year's Rugby Championship. Between Eddie Jones' deflection tactics in his pre-match remarks, and the sorry state of New Zealand vs Australia games in recent years, there was plenty to talk about. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Mack Hansen: The remarkable story of his Irish arrival, winning the World Cup & that Andy Farrell tattoo
Joe Molloy was joined by Ireland's Mack Hansen on Wednesday's Off The Ball. Between the tattoo of Andy Farrell's face he has on his leg, cutting his hair, and the small matter of a Rugby World Cup later this year, there was plenty for Joe and Mack to get stuck into here. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
RUGBY DAILY - World Cup warmup games begin, Eddie Jones faces another big test and Keith Wood's World XV
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily Ann-Marie Donelan has news of Ben Healy's first start for Scotland, Eddie Jones experiments for New Zealand clash and Keith Wood picks his World best 15.
Keith Wood picks his current World XV | OTB AM
Irish & Munster all-time great Keith Wood takes on the task of choosing the best team in the world at the moment. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Alan Quinlan picks the best 5 tries he's witnessed
Munster & Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM this morning to run through the 5 best tries scored from games in which he played. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Rugby Daily - A look into Ireland's camp as they prepare for the World Cup
On Monday's Rugby Daily Ann-Marie Donelan brings you a look into Ireland's camp as preperations for the World Cup intensify, new innovations are announced for upcoming Summer Nations series and Dai Young leaves role at Cardiff.
JAMES LOWE, GARRY RINGROSE & TADHG BEIRNE | Final preparations for the World Cup | The unseen side of Johnny Sexton
John Duggan went down to Abbotstown to meet up with James Lowe, Garry Ringrose and Tadhg Beirne as they train ahead of the World Cup warm-ups and eventual final showcase in France, where they hope to go all the way and lift the Webb Ellis Cup! The Official Ireland Rugby World Cup 2023 Kit and new training range all with thanks Intersports Elverys - Official sports retailer partner to the IRFU - Supporting Irish Rugby
Rugby Daily | Fryday retires, Jones on 'glorified pre-season', Kiss to Reds
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details of the shock international retirement of Ireland women's captain Nichola Fryday. We hear from Eddie Jones and Jacques Nienaber on their respective preparations for the World Cup. Plus, former Ireland coach Less Kiss has a new job in Super Rugby.
Rugby Daily | Lions schedule revealed, Smith no to Racing, Faletau doubt
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details of the Lions tour schedule for 2025 - including a series first since 1989. Meath football star Vikki Wall could be heading for the Olympics. And Marcus Smith says 'non' to Racing 92.
James Tracy: Sexton's ban, front-row depth chart
James Tracy joins OTB AM to pick his front-row depth chart ahead of the World Cup, as well as react to Sexton's 3-match ban. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30 am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30 am across Off The Ball.
Rugby Daily | Sexton explainer, Jones on Pumas loss, Crusaders ticket details
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack goes in depth on Jonathan Sexton's ban, and the reasons for its brevity. We hear from Eddie Jones on the Wallabies shock defeat to Argentina in Sydney, and his warning for the All Blacks. Ian Foster on the All Blacks win over the world champions. Plus, ticket details released for Munster's Páirc Uí Chaoimh date with the Crusaders.
Johnny Sexton banned; Eddie Jones under fire, All Blacks are back & Springboks' limits | Matt Williams
Joe Molloy was joined by former Leinster, Ulster and Scotland Head Coach Matt Williams on Monday's Off The Ball. Talking Johnny Sexton's ban, Ireland's defeat in the U20 World Cup final, and a whole host of Rugby Championship action, there was no shortage of things for Joe and Matt to get stuck into. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Has Johnny Sexton gotten off lightly with a 3-match ban? | Alan Quinlan
Ex-Irish international Alan Quinlan reacts to Johnny Sexton's 3-match ban verdict for his actions at the Heineken Champions Cup final. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Ireland come up short, a new Tuilagi on the scene and overcoming adversity - Fiona Hayes
Grand Slam winner with Ireland Fiona Hayes joins OTB’s John Duggan to discuss the fallout from the U20 World Championship final where Ireland were beaten by a dominant France in South Africa. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
Katie-George Dunlevy - In conversation with Brian O'Driscoll | Coming to terms with blindness, switching sport & Paralympic glory!
Paralympic cyclist Katie-George Dunlevy joined Brian O'Driscoll to discuss her ever-lasting sporting career, coming to terms with going blind as a child and switching sports in her 30's. With @GuinnessIreland. Drink responsibly, visit drinkaware.ie
Rugby Daily | U20 final build-up, Cane on Etzebeth, Tonga fire warning shot
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the final bit of build-up before the U20 World Cup final. Tonga fire a warning shot Ireland's way ahead of the World Cup And we hear from Sam Cane ahead of the All Blacks' date with the Springboks on Saturday morning.
Sexton faces wait to learn his fate | Ireland 20s chase World Cup glory | Rúaidhrí O'Connor
Rúaidhrí O'Connor joined Nathan Murphy from South Africa for the latest on Johnny Sexton's hearing and the preparations for the Ireland 20s for tomorrow's World Cup final against France, Rugby with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Judgment Day for Sexton, Ireland U20s face the Bébé Bleus | Alan Quinlan
Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Shane & Johnny on #OTBAM this morning ahead of Ireland taking on France in the U20 World Rugby Championship on Friday. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Rugby Daily | U20 final team named, Boks on All Blacks test, Ospreys to London??
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Friday's World Rugby U20 Championship final, with one change to the Irish starting XV. We hear from Jacques Nienaber and Lukhanyo Am ahead of a much-changed Springboks facing the All Blacks this weekend. A Boks legend has announced his retirement from the sport. And could the Ospreys be heading for London??
Nina Carberry - In conversation with Brian O'Driscoll | Cheltenham winners & dealing with retirement
In the third episode of 'In Conversation with Brian O'Driscoll', legendary Irish jockey Nina Carberry joins Brian to discuss her incredible career, her racing family, and injuries. In partnership with Guinness, ‘In Conversation with Brian O’Driscoll’ is celebrating and sharing stories from Ireland’s leading female athletes and sporting personalities. It’s all with thanks to Guinness. Always drink responsibly. Get the facts. Be drinkaware. Visit drinkaware.ie.
Keith Wood: Picks the best five tries
Rugby legend Keith Wood joins Shane & Nathan on #OTBAM to go through his picks for the best tries scored during games he played for Munster, Ireland and the British & Irish Lions. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Ireland book final place, Gleeson's greatness and should we fear the French? | MNR
Irish Independent Chief Rugby Correspondent Ruaidhri O'Connor joins OTB's Richie McCormack to chat about the Irish Under 20s reaching the World Championship decider against France, blowing the South Africans away and what makes Brian Gleeson a world beater. @vodafoneie | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily - A big pre-World Cup retirement, Ireland in a World Cup final
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Ann-Marie Donelan brings you reaction as the Irish u-20s reach the World Championship final in South Africa. Scotland are dealt a blow ahead of the World Cup as Stuart Hogg retires. And the big guns shine in their opening games of the Rugby Championship.
The future of Irish rugby in safe hands, u20 reach final | Alan Quinlan
Ex-Ireland international Alan Quinlan is in the OTB AM studio to talk the Under-20s reaching the World Championship final. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Rugby Daily | Murphy on dealing with tragedy, Alun Wyn to France
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from South Africa ahead of Ireland's World U20 semi-final with the Baby Boks. We hear from head coach Richie Murphy on how they've dealt with tragedy, and what they expect from Sunday's opponents. Alun Wyn Jones is off to play in France, there's a test debutant for the All Blacks in Mendoza tomorrow, and Luke Cowan Dickie (finally) has a new club.
Ireland won't fear South Africa or their power | Thriving in the face of adversity | FIONA HAYES
Former Ireland and Munster front row Fiona Hayes joined Will O'Callaghan to break down the Ireland U20's run to the U20 World Championship semi final, the tragic and heartbreaking adversity and personal losses the team have overcome, and what to expect from hosts South Africa. @vodafoneie | #TeamOfUs
Jack Carty: Andy Friend's legacy, Rugby V GAA, World Cup hopes
Connacht captain, Jack Carty joined Shane & Aisling to speak about the importance of the Jack & Jill foundation as well as Connacht's season and his decision to choose rugby over GAA. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
'Business as usual' regarding Sexton's hearing | Losing Lancaster, gaining Nienaber | HUGO KEENAN
Leinster and Ireland fullback Hugo Keenan sat down with Will O'Callaghan, discussing the Ireland 7s success, his own background in Sevens, Leinster's new coaching set up and whether Ireland are sweating on Johnny Sexton's upcoming hearing. Keenan has been announced as new ambassador for Optimum Nutrition. It coincides with the extension of Optimum Nutrition’s Official Sports Nutrition Partnership with Leinster Rugby for a further three years. For more information, you can visit Optimum Nutrition_ie on Instagram. Rugby on OTB with thanks to Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily | U20 tragedy, Kleyn on Boks debut, Easterby's new role
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to an emotional few days for Ireland's U20 side in South Africa. We hear from Baby Boks head coach Bafana Nhleko on what he expects from Ireland on Sunday. We also hear from Jean Kleyn ahead of his second international debut, this time for the Springboks. Guy Easterby has a new portfolio at Leinster, and Tana Umaga has a new coaching gig.
Irish Sevens Olympic dream: Stacey Flood
Irish Sevens star, Stacey Flood was in studio following Ireland qualifying for the 2024 Olympics. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Alan Quinlan: U20's through to World semi-final, Greig Oliver tribute
Alan Quinlan joined Shane & Nathan to discuss the U20 World Championship with the Irish side making the semi-final. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.
Rugby's new international tournament - good idea or overcomplicating the game? | Matt Williams
Former Leinster boss and rugby analyst Matt Williams joins OTB's Joe Molloy to discuss the Six Nations and Sanzaar's plans for a new international tournament which will see the July and November windows being restructured into a biennial competition.
Rugby Daily | Ireland's Ios tribute, more Haouas controversy, Arundell to France
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news ahead of Ireland's crucial U20 World Cup meeting with Fiji. We also hear from Richie Murphy, who pays tribute to the former St. Michael's students who have died on Ios. Mohamed Haouas has a new club, after his other new club settled with the France prop. Henry Arundell has secured a move to France, and Vern Cotter has a new club.
Ireland U20s take a huge step forward, Prendergast the star, will discipline cost them? – Fiona Hayes
Grand Slam winner with Ireland Fiona Hayes joins OTB’s John Duggan to discuss the latest news from the World Under 20 Championship in rugby with Ireland on course to reach the next stage of the tournament. They will look at the young Leinster number 10 who is pulling the strings, discuss the pathways that is allowing these young players to flourish and ask if a second red card in two games could spell trouble for the rest of the summer Rugby with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily | Sexton's World Cup doubt, Haouas facing jail time
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Jonathan Sexton's World Cup doubts as the. EPCR confirm a disciplinary hearing. Ireland know what they need to do to reach the semi-finals of the World U20 Championship. England's World Cup squad is beginning to take shape, with five uncapped players still harbouring hopes of France. And France prop Mohamed Haouas is facing jail time.
Alan Quinlan: Sexton's possible ban, U20s back on track
Ex-Munster & Ireland back-row Alan Quinlan joins Adrian & Shane on #OTBAM this morning as Johnny Sexton is set to appear at a disciplinary hearing for his conduct after last month's Champions Cup final. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Sexton to face disciplinary hearing in July | Ireland 20s on course for semis | 7s teams heading to Paris
The Irish Independent's Rúaidhrí O'Connor joined Nathan Murphy to discuss the latest around Johnny Sexton's hearing following on from the Champions Cup final, Ireland 20s win against Australia and the Ireland 7s teams qualifying for the Olympics. Rugby with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
World Cup depth chart: Alison Miller's Back three
Former Ireland player Alison Miller told OTB AM who is making her Ireland squad for the Rugby World Cup. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Rugby Daily | Sevens Olympic joy, U20s prep for Australia, Abdeladze to Brive
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to Ireland's men's Sevens squad qualifying for the Olympic Games. We hear from James McNabney and Mark Sexton as Ireland prepare for a must-win clash with Australia at the U20 World Championship. And a Leinster prop is heading for France.
YHtBT: Keith Wood | BOD's hat-trick, Mick Galway's captaincy
Keith Wood joined Shane & Adrian for the latest edition of 'You Had to Be There'. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Italian rugby legend, Mirco Bergamasco turns to GAA
Rugby legend, Micro Bergamasco joined Shane and Johnny alongside Nantes GAA PRO, Brid Breen to speak about how and why he started to play Gaelic football in France. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Rugby Daily | Sevens success, URC v Super Rugby? Another blow for Wales
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ireland's men's Sevens success - so far - as they seek Olympic qualification. We could have a transhemispheric meeting of champions at Thomond Park in January. Wales suffer yet another experienced player withdrawal ahead of the World Cup. Could there be a route back to English rugby for London Irish and co? And it's been an eventful day for France prop Mohamed Haouas.