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Rugby Daily: Furlong & Healy on England, Vunipola-Borthwick bust-up? Connacht's 7s star
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the Grand Slam decider with England. We hear from Cian Healy and Tadhg Furlong on Saturday's make-or-break test. Andy Goode has an interesting theory on Billy Vunipola's England absence. Connacht have signed an Ireland Sevens star. And the period anxiety has led to an important change to the Ireland women's kit.
The Red 78 Ep. 62 | Ireland v Scotland Madness | Farrell's Man Management | Briggs & Quinlan
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pick through the madness at Murrayfield last weekend, Andy Farrell's calmness under pressure & Briggs discusses the Irish Women's preparation for their Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday week. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
How Gibson-Park changed the game | Derek McNamara
REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to go through the numbers behind Ireland's 22-7 victory over Scotland in Murrayfield 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
Matt Williams: England's leaky defence & hopeless attacking system
Ex-Scotland coach Matt Williams joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to run through the state of England after they suffered their heaviest home defeat of all time in the 53-10 drubbing at the hands of 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
Ronan O'Gara: Sexton's evolution as a captain, points record
La Rochelle head coach & 2009 Grand Slam winner Ronan O'Gara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM as Ireland host the English this weekend with a Grand Slam (and ROG's Six Nations points record) on the line. 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
MNR | An unforgettable day for Irish rugby against Scotland | D'Arcy & RUD
Joe Molloy was joined by former Ireland international Gordon D'Arcy and journalist Rúaidhrí O'Connor for Monday Night Rugby. After Ireland defeated Scotland and teed up a shot at the Grand Slam next weekend, the lads examined one of Irish rugby's most unforgettable days in Murrayfield. On a disastrous weekend for English rugby the lads also explored how France managed to rack up a 53-10 victory, and Italy's inability to defeat Wales in Rome on Saturday afternoon. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Ringrose & Henderson out, England centre concerns, tackle trial
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you that meaty injury update from the Ireland camp after yesterday's bruising win over Scotland. England have concerns of their own - beyond grim performances - ahead of their trip to Dublin. World Rugby's said where it wants amateur tackling to happen. And the Lions tour to Australia is taking shape.
Ireland winning machine, Scotland mindset ahead of RWC: Tom English
Tom English joined Ger, Shane & Kenny on OTB AM to reflect on Ireland's win over Scotland in the Six Nations. 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
Grand Slam is on, Ireland's humility, World Cup hopes: Quinny
Former Munster and Ireland player Alan Quinlan was on #OTBAM following Ireland's key win vs. Scotland in the Six Nations. 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
Ireland are playing to their reputation as the best team in the world | Mike McCarthy
Former Leinster and Ireland second row Mike McCarthy joins Aisling O'Reilly to discuss Ireland's victory over Scotland in the Six Nations.
'I was confident' | Cian Healy explains how he felt playing hooker for Ireland
Cian Healy speaks to Aisling O'Reilly after he played hooker for Ireland in their 22-7 victory over Scotland in the Six Nations.
Andy Farrell and Johnny Sexton post-match | Ireland 22-7 Scotland
Andy Farrell and Johnny Sexton talk to the gathered media after Ireland's win during the Six Nations against Scotland.
The brilliance of O'Mahony & Murray as Ireland's big guns return | Farrell versus Smith continues
Will O'Callaghan is joined by Cian Tracey of the Irish Independent and former Ireland captain Michelle Claffey on The 6 Nations Show. Rugby on OTB with thanks to @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs
Fri Daily: Sexton & co return, new Connacht signing, Niall Brophy RIP
On Friday's Rugby Daily Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Sunday's Triple Crown showdown between Scotland and Ireland at Murrayfield. Plus, we hear from Andy Farrell & Gregor Townsend. Connacht have a new Irish-qualified signing. Joe Schmidt's considering a punt for the All Blacks job. Plus, Ireland and Lions legend Niall Brophy has passed away.
Scotland could do it against Ireland: Alan Quinlan
Former Ireland international Alan Quinlan was on OTB AM ahead of Ireland's clash against Scotland this weekend. 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
'Russell saved the Lions, he saved rugby!' | Ronan O'Gara
La Rochelle coach Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM ahead of the return of the Six Nations and Ireland's clash against Scotland on Sunday. 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 Any questions, just shout and I'll pop down to you. I'll sort the full pod and the Scotland preview.
Rugby Daily: Sexton on coaching, Farrell dropped, Gatland on Wales split
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news for the Saturday Six Nations fixtures. We hear from Jonathan Sexton on coaching plans (or lack thereof) and Iain Henderson on the Scottish pack. Warren Gatland opens up on the split in the Wales squad. And Edinburgh have a new head coach.
Peter O'Mahony: Keeping pace with the 'awful shower of freaks' in Ireland's back row | Hostile Murrayfield
Ireland and Munster back-row Peter O'Mahony joined Nathan Murphy ahead of Sunday's crucial Six Nations match at Scotland. Aviva Ireland and their ambassador Peter O’Mahony are launching Aviva Ireland’s ‘The Best Seat in the House’. As part of the campaign, Aviva is giving one lucky Irish sports fan the chance to win a VIP experience for two people to every game at Aviva Stadium from now until July 2023. To enter, visit aviva.ie/bestseatinthehouse. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
What will Ireland do at 12? Scotland confident | Miller & Chalmers
Ger & Shane are back on #OTBAM, as the excitement builds for Ireland’s trip to Murrayfield this Sunday. 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
Sligo to Toronto (via Tokyo & Canterbury) | Conán O'Donnell
Toronto Arrows player Conán O'Donnell joins Cameron Hill on #OTBAM to talk about his latest port of call in a career that has already seen him play for Connacht, Japanese side Sunwolves, and New Zealand Super Rugby outfit Highlanders. 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
WNR: Scotland primed to go at Ireland | Will Henshaw and Ringrose be fit? | Gatland's column an issue?
Fiona Hayes and Ruaidhri O’Connor joined Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby ahead of the penultimate weekend of games in this year's Six Nations. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Tackle height survey, Van der Flier on Scotland, Owens to join Boks?
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of an IRFU consultation which could reduce tackling height in the community and underage games. We hear from Josh van der Flier and Ronan Kelleher ahead of Ireland's Six Nations trip to Scotland. And could Nigel Owens be on the Springboks staff at the World Cup? We hear from Rassie Erasmus.
Is the Ireland squad talking about the Grand Slam? | Ronan Kelleher and Josh van der Flier
Ronan Kelleher and Josh van der Flier talk to the gathered media ahead of Ireland's game against Scotland in the Six Nations this weekend.
Handling Finn Russell; Team of the Six Nations so far | Derek McNamara
REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Shane & Johnny to give a statistical hit ahead of Ireland's crunch clash with the Scots in Murrayfield on Sunday. @GilletteVideosUK | #EffortlessFlow
Sean O'Brien on dangerous Scots, this Irish team and returning to rugby
Former Ireland backrow Sean O'Brien joins Shane and Johnny on OTBAM to discuss Ireland's progress in the Six Nations this year, comparing the Irish and Scottish packs and chat about the upcoming Ireland vs England Legends 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Rugby Daily: Carbs-free for Scotland, Smith makes England cut, Savea punished
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the new call-ups and fresh cuts to the Ireland squad ahead of their Triple Crown showdown with Scotland. Ardie Savea has been punished for his throat-slitting gesture. And an Ospreys director pours gallons of cold water on Ealing merger talk.
The Red 78 Ep. 61 | A messy affair in Musgrave, RG Returns & Scotland in the 6N!
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs breakdown a questionable match against the Scarlets, the positives & negatives and what lies ahead for Ireland in Scotland. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Rugby Daily: Gilchrist ban, Capuozzo out, Ealing-Ospreys merger?
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Scotland lock who'll miss Sunday's Triple Crown decider with Ireland through suspension. Italy star Ange Capuozzo has seen his Six Nations ended by their defeat to Ireland. And that Ealing-Ospreys merger looks to be on the cards.
MNR | Tom English talks Scottish 'arrogance', Irish punditry & the Russell/Hogg/Townsend dynamic & Ireland's Six Nations so far
Joe Molloy was joined by BBC journalist Tom English on this week's edition of Monday Night Rugby on Off The Ball. Ahead of Ireland's crucial Six Nations clash in Edinburgh this weekend, Tom brought us up to speed with why this Six Nations has also been one to remember so far for Scotland. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Quinny's worst defeat, Welsh rugby woes
Former Munster and Ireland player Alan Quinlan was in the OTB AM studio to talk about the weekend's United Rugby Championship action with all four provinces winning. 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: Frawley returns, Savea in trouble, Wales' Principality warning
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news from Leinster, Connacht and Ulster ahead of their URC games tomorrow. Wales supporters are given a stark warning about governance reforms. And Ardie Savea has been a bold boy.
Ronan O'Gara: Ireland's focus ahead of World Cup
Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM to chat about the mentality driving the Irish team and their focus ahead of the Scotland 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Rugby Daily: Ireland quartet miss training, Farrell departs Munster, Snyman return confirmed
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest injury news from the Ireland camp after today's open session at the Aviva. We hear from Paul O'Connell and Robbie Henshaw. RG Snyman's Munster return has been confirmed, but a senior player is leaving the province with immediate effect. The Welsh exodus to France looks set to continue. And Sam Cane speaks out on the mess around the All Blacks head coach's job.
WNR: Italian lessons | Is the AIL being forgotten? | Gerry Thornley and Andy Dunne
Andy Dunne and Gerry Thornley were alongside Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs (0:00) - Ireland's win against an impressive Italy. Ross Byrne increasingly taking the ball to the line. Conor Murray can play at high-tempo. (16:07) - Why it can feel like a matador if the ball to an out-half is not quick from the ruck. Ryan Baird has won the genetic lottery in life. (29:13) - AIL games being scheduled at the same time as Italy v Italy, role of the club game in developing players. (41:20) - France don't look the same team as last season. Scotland look like Ireland's main foes this season.
Rugby Daily: Snyman's 4G comeback, Foster departing All Blacks, 'Briano' tributes
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ian Foster's departure as All Blacks head coach. We hear from Denis Leamy and Fineen Wycherley regarding RG Snyman's comeback. Cardiff Rugby explain their financial peril. Keith Wood pays tribute to Brian O'Brien and Tom Tierney. And there's a new face in the Italian squad.
Keith Wood: Excellence vs Perfection for Ireland, squad confidence
Ireland legend Keith Wood joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to give his thoughts on Ireland's 34-20 win in Italy in the Six Nations, as attention turns to next weekend's trip to Murrayfield to face Scotland. 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
The Red 78 Ep. 60 | A Tribute to Tom Tierney | RG Returns against a 'Munster-esque' Scarlets | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
It's been a difficult weekend for all involved in Munster Rugby with the passing of Tom Tierney, Quinny and Niamh pay tribute on this week's pod. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Rugby Daily: Women's 6N squad revealed, Women's Lions en route, Jelonch dad hits out
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Ireland squad named ahead of the first Women's Six Nations test with Wales. A women's Lions team is soon to become a reality. Steve Borthwick explains his dropping of Marcus Smith. And the father of Anthony Jelonch lashes out at the France staff.
Brian O'Driscoll: Ireland need to be brave to win World Cup | Ringrose's new level | Unpredictable 10s
Ireland rugby legend Brian O'Driscoll joined Joe Molloy to chat about Ireland's win at a 'brilliant' Italy, Andy Farrell's options in midfield, and how hard it is to face unpredictable out-halves. Rugby with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs (0:00) - Ireland's win in Rome and how their mindset has evolved. (7:25) - Ireland need to be brave at the World Cup. (13:52) - Improving Italy. (24:01) - Facing unpredictable 10s. (39:14) - Assessing Scotland. France not impressing.
Sexton v Byrne: The stats with Derek McNamara
REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to explain the numbers behind Ireland's 34-20 victory over Italy in the Six Nations. 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
JAMES RYAN | Captaining Ireland, getting back from injury and learning from history
Ireland stand-in captain James Ryan joins Joe Molloy to discuss his role in Andy Farrell's attack, how his health is putting him in great form and the speech he gave to his teammates about the history of the Ireland rugby team. James Ryan, Irish Rugby International and ambassador for the ALDI Play Rugby Sticker campaign joins us today to talk about the national programme that’s encouraging primary schools across Ireland to enter the sticker competition for a chance to win a sports facility makeover worth €50,000. To date, more than 30 primary schools have shared €500,000 in ALDI funding through the ALDI Play Rugby sticker competition, with a further €100,000 set to be distributed this year. As well as that, you can also spend €25 at ALDI stores nationwide for a chance to win your weekly shop and tickets to highly anticipated Ireland v England match in the Aviva Stadium on 18th March. For more info, see aldi.ie/playrugby
MNR | Missing tackles | Competent Byrne | Wounded Scotland | Williams and Hayes
Former Leinster and Ulster coach, Matt Williams and Six Nations winner Fiona Hayes join OTB's Joe Molloy to look back at what has been a successful Six Nations championship so far for Ireland and discuss the red card drama in Paris between Scotland and France. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Bealham out, Furlong in? Leo's new contract, Capuozzo's 6N over
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you injury news and reaction from Ireland's win in Rome. We hear from Gregor Townsend on the task of facing Ireland on Sunday-week. Plus, the Six Nations is over for Ange Capuozzo and Anthony Jelonch.
Alan Quinlan: Aki's lack of playing time, Byrne's brilliance
Former Munster and Ireland player Alan Quinlan joined OTB AM to discuss the weekend's Six Nations action and the passing of his former teammate Tom Tierney. 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
Alison Miller | Ireland keep on rolling, Byrne’s time in the spotlight, red cards in Paris
Ex-Connacht & Ireland international Alison Miller joins OTB’s Joe Molloy to look back on Ireland’s win over Italy in Rome and ask if it was the kind of stress test that Andy Farrell’s men needed in preparation for a Grand Slam push. They also looked at the action packed clash between Scotland and France in Paris. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
REACTION: 'It was a proper test match!' | Ireland's Grand Slam is still on!
After Ireland secured a bonus point victory over Italy in the Stadio Olimpico, Aisling O'Reilly brings you all of the reaction from key players, Ireland's head coach and stand-in captain, as well as Italy's head coach. [00:37.220] Ireland stand-in captain James Ryan [02:21.026] Ireland head coach Andy Farrell [03:30.183] Italy head coach Kieran Crowley [06:54.463] Ireland scrumhalf Craig Casey [09:03.320] Ireland utility forward Ryan Baird Rugby on Off The Ball is brought to you in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Updates from Rome ahead of Italy vs Ireland | Fiona Hayes pays tribute to Tom Tierney
Ger Gilroy was joined by OTB's Aisling O'Reilly live from the Stadio Olimpico in Rome with news out of the Ireland camp ahead of this weekend's Six Nations clash with Italy. Ger was then joined on the phone by former Ireland international Fiona Hayes who spoke to us about the tragically departed Tom Tierney. A former Ireland international and Munster scrum-half, Tom memorably coached the Ireland women's team to Grand Slam success in 2015. As a player on that team, and now as a coach who has worked alongside Tierney, Fiona paid tribute to Tom after his most untimely passing. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Ringrose out, Tributes to Tierney, Blair to leave Edinburgh
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a late change to the Ireland team to play Italy. Irish rugby is rocked by the sudden death of Tom Tierney. France and Scotland name their teams for Sunday, and all is still not rosy in the Welsh garden.
Ronan O'Gara: Ross Byrne an invaluable asset
Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM ahead of Italy v Ireland in the Six Nations. 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
Alan Quinlan: Andy Farrell's selection headache, Unlucky Gavin Coombes
Adrian Barry & Colm Boohig were joined by Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan. 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