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WNR | 'Wales should have offered Pivac's job to Scott Robertson already'
BBC Rugby's Chris Jones joined Joe Molloy to discuss the Autumn Internationals, with a focus on England, Scotland, and Wales. Rugby on OTB with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: ROG's whopper ban, new Leinster CEO speaks + Aussie injury crisis
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ronan O'Gara's latest huge ban in France. We hear from Keith Wood ahead of Munster's interpro with Connacht. The Wallabies have major injury headaches ahead of their test with Wales. And there's contract news galore in France.
Keith Wood: World Player of the Year conflicted feeling
Keith Wood joined Ger and Shane on OTB AM to look back at Ireland's Autumn Nations series. 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.46 | Concussions, Crowley's contribution & Connacht are coming to town | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
With no Munster game to review, Quinny and Niamh have a look back at the Autumn internationals and how the southern contingent got on, there's a once-off return of 'Are you watching Andy Farrell?' and they look ahead to Connacht's visit to Thomond this Saturday. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Rugby Daily: Friend talks departure, Nienaber on Rassie, and Willis cut loose
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has all the injury news ahead of Munster's URC clash with Connacht, and we hear from Andy Friend. Jacques Nienaber gives a cryptic response to the latest questions regarding Rassie Erasmus. Plus Jack Willis cut loose by England.
Brian O'Driscoll: Lessons learned in Autumn series, Sexton's back-up, Josh van der Flier, how Sevens rugby helps XVs
Irish rugby legend Brian O'Driscoll joined Will O'Callaghan on Tuesday's Off The Ball. (01:00) Josh van der Flier achieves the ultimate personal accolade. (22:00) Johnny Sexton's understudy. (36:00) Lessons learned from Ireland's Autumn international series. Rugby in association Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Stephen Ferris | Ireland's quality back-row
Stephen Ferris joined Ger and Shane to look back at Ireland's Autumn series. 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 | Ireland embrace Sexton's absence, concussion protocol, Crowley vs Carbery | Dunne & Thornley
Joe Molloy is joined by Andy Dunne and journalist Gerry Thornley for this week's edition of Monday Night Rugby. (01:00) Lessons we learned from Ireland's defeat of Australia. (31:00) Nic White, concussion protocol and rugby's inescapable physicality. (46:00) Josh van der Flier named World Player of the Year. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
'What are Australia doing to protect their player?' | Alan Quinlan
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM after the controversy surrounding Nic White's apparent head injury overshadowed Ireland's win over Australia on Saturday. 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's attacking issues, Sexton's importance, figuring Farrell's team out | Tracey & Hayes
John Duggan was joined by journalist Cian Tracey and Irish Grand Slam-winner Fiona Hayes to discuss Ireland's 13-10 defeat of Australia on Saturday night. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
'Disjointed' Irish attack | Reliance on Sexton | Ireland narrowly avoid Australia scare | BRENT POPE
Stephen Doyle spoke with Brent Pope after Ireland narrowly avoided defeat to the Wallabies and remained unbeaten at home for the 12th consecutive match, maintaining their World No. 1 ranking for the remainder of the year. Rugby with Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
Peter O'Mahony: Australia preview, learning from Paul O'Connell and dealing with physicality
Ireland backrow Peter O'Mahony joined John Duggan to look ahead to the Autumn Nations Series clash with Australia as well as working with Paul O'Connell and how physical the game has become over the last few years. Rugby with thanks to Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Kolisi on Rassie's ban, Catt backs Ireland for World Cup
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details of Leinster's win over World Cup finalists Chile. Mike Catt on Stuart McCloskey, improvements required against Australia, and Ireland's World Cup hopes. Siya Kolisi responds to Rassie Erasmus' two-match ban.
Ronan O'Gara: England links, Sexton as coach
Shane and Gavin were joined by Ronan O'Gara to discuss those links to England, his experience coaching the Barbarians and Johnny Sexton's coaching comments. 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
Rassie's rants, Ireland v Australia | Alan Quinlan
Alan Quinlan joined Shane and Gavin in studio ahead of Ireland's clash with Australia. 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: Rassie banned, changes galore for Wallabies test
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Ireland and Australia teams ahead of Saturday's test at the Aviva, and we hear from Andy Farrell. Rassie Erasmus has been banned AGAIN for acting the maggot on Twitter. Eddie Jones pays a glowing tribute to centurion Owen Farrell. And Toulouse will be without one of the players of the year for their Champions Cup date with Munster next month.
Brian O'Driscoll | Ireland welcome the Wallabies, Jimmy O'Brien at 10, and who next for England?
Ger Gilroy was joined by Brian O'Driscoll for a look ahead to Ireland's final Autumn Series game at home to Australia on Saturday. Rugby with thanks to Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Matt Williams: Ireland have been in denial for 20 years
Ger & Shane were joined by Matt Williams ahead of Ireland's clash with Australia in the Aviva. 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: Sexton fit and ROG's sparring partner fired
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from fit-again captain Jonathan Sexton, and World Rugby player of the year nominee Josh van der Flier ahead of Saturday's visit of the Wallabies. And in France, one of Ronan O'Gara's sparring partners has lost their job.
Jamie Heaslip: Ireland haven't won anything since 2018
Jamie Heaslip spoke to Shane Hannon ahead of Ireland's clash with Australia in the final game of the Autumn Nations series. 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.45 | Munster not getting carried away after SA win, tributes to Jerry Holland, more games at Páirc Uí Chaoimh?
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pay tribute to former Ireland international and coach Jerry Holland before reminiscing on Munster’s triumph over South Africa and awarding their gold star of the week. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Rugby Daily: Rassie's retort, Sheehan wants to outdo Boks performance
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack hears from Dan Sheehan and Caelan Doris ahead of Saturday's test with the Wallabies. Dan McKellar's disappointment at Mack Hansen's defection. Gerry Thornley gives us his insight into Connacht's life post-Friend. Plus, Rassie Erasmus says his tweets are NSFR.
Connacht planning for the future | Gerry Thornley
Shane and Kathleen were joined by Gerry Thornley to discuss what Connacht rugby will be like after Andy Friend departs. 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 | Ireland fail to impress against Fiji, Sexton's replacement, World Cup bolters | D'Arcy & O'Connor
Joe Molloy was joined by Gordon D'Arcy and Rúaidhrí O'Connor on this week's Monday Night Rugby. (01:00) Ireland beat Fiji but fail to impress in the process. (15:00) Why Joey Carbery cannot just be 'fine'. (27:00) Ireland's starters seem certain, but plenty of movement below. (36:00) 'I think Josh van der Flier could win World Player of the Year.' (47:00) 'Breathtaking' Women's Rugby World Cup final. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Thank you for being a Friend and Irish duo up for Player of the Year,
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a massive upheaval at Connacht. There are two confirmed absentees from the Ireland squad to play the Wallabies. Ciaran Frawley's set for a longer-than-expected spell on the sidelines. Two Ireland players are up for World Rugby Player of the Year. And citings citings citings....
Ireland's lacklustre win over Fiji | Alan Quinlan
Alan Quinlan joins Nathan and Adrian to look back at Ireland's win over Fiji. 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
BUMPER IRELAND Vs FIJI REACTION | Andy Dunne breakdown | Debutants Jeremy Loughman and Cian Prendergast | Andy Farrell and Tadhg Furlong press conference
Enjoy full reaction to Ireland's win over Fiji today with a breakdown from analyst Andy Dunne, interviews with debutants Jeremy Loughman and Cian Prendergast as well as an Andy Farrell and captain Tadhg Furlong press conference. @Vodafone Ireland #TeamOfUs
D'Arcy's Beard, Ref Respect, Shedding Reputations | Movember's Mental Health Shave-Down
Leinster and Ireland legend Gordon D'Arcy and All-Ireland Final referee David Gough sat down with Adrian Barry for a fresh shave and interview around #Movember, mental health, rugby, Gaelic football, and more! Brought to you with Gillette - in association with #Movember. Effortless Shave, Magnificent Mo. You can sign up or donate now at Movember.com
Munster history makers in Cork | Alan Quinlan
Alan Quinlan looks back at an historical win for Munster over the Springboks and looks ahead to Ireland's clash with Fiji. 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
Tomas O'Leary: Munster need to play in Cork more
Ex-Munster scrum-half, Tomas O'Leary joined Ger & Shane ahead of Munster's clash with South Africa in Pairc Ui Chaoimh. 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
Captain Furlong does his talking on the pitch | Frustrating England | WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUGBY
Joe Molloy is joined by the BBC's Chris Jones and former Ireland forward Fiona Hayes on Wednesday Night Rugby. Rugby on OTB with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Cap'n Furlong, Kitshoff signs, ROG in trouble again
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you highlights from Tadhg Furlong's press conference as Ireland captain. Munster show their hand for Thursday night at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Ulster FINALLY confirm their Bomb Squad signing. Ronan O'Gara's in trouble again in France. And there's been a raid of 2023 Rugby World Cup offices.
Will Greenwood on Mike Catt, Where are England at?
Will Greenwood joined Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon on #OTBAM to talk Ireland vs South Africa and discuss where England are at. 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
Keith Wood: Munster sell out clash with Springboks
Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon are joined by Ireland legend Keith Wood to look back at Ireland v South Africa, preview the upcoming Munster clash vs the Boks in Páirc Uí Chaoimh and also talk about the change in mindset that allows the multi sport fan to thrive in today's landscape. 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.44 | CJ Stander talks life after retirement, memories of Axel Foley and explains what Munster fans mean to him
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are joined by special guest and former Munster and Ireland star CJ Stander to talk about his life post retirement from rugby, what it was like to return, the strengths and weaknesses of his coaches over the years and most importantly what the Munster/Irish rugby fanbase are really like! Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78.
Rugby Daily: Healy compares Ireland eras, Bad news for Munster, Eddie Jones' mea culpa
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Cian Healy and Finlay Bealham as they speak ahead of Saturday's test with Fiji. Eddie Jones offers his mea culpa for England's loss to the Pumas, explaining what he's trying to do with England. There's bad news for Munster, and more contracts being handed out at Ulster. Plus, Richie Mo'unga names his favourite out-half.
Brian O'Driscoll: Ireland show strength in depth in beating South Africa | 'Venomous' Ringrose
Former Ireland and Lions captain Brian O'Driscoll joined Joe Molloy to review Ireland's win against world champions South Africa. Rugby on OTB in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
MNR | 'Ireland will get better' after 'Boks win | 'Pathetic' Rassie behaviour | Dunne & Thornley
Joe Molloy was joined by former Leinster and Connacht player Andy Dunne and journalist Gerry Thornley on this week's Monday Night Rugby. Ireland's defeat of the Springboks dominated the agenda on Monday evening as the lads broke down where the game was won, and what it all means ahead of next year's Rugby World Cup in France. Rugby in association with Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Murray ruled out, Stick on Jenkins, Russell returns and Eddie on England
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has all the injury updates following the weekend's internationals. Mzwandile Stick on Jason Jenkins' return to Munster, and the importance of Thursday's game in Cork. Finn Russell is back for Scotland; there are more Ulster contracts being doled out, and Eddie Jones responds to England's loss to the Pumas.
Alan Quinlan: Ireland contain South African power
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger and Nathan on #OTBAM as Ireland were 19-16 winners against World Champions South Africa at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. 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 beat world champion Springboks | Rúaidhrí O'Connor
Joe Molloy was joined by journalist Rúaidhrí O'Connor to reflect on Ireland's 19-16 defeat of the reigning World Cup winners South Africa on Saturday evening. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
"If we've games like that in the World Cup, bring it on" | Ireland beat South Africa | Brent Pope reaction | Farrell and Sexton presser
Aisling O'Reilly speaks to Brent Pope after Ireland beat reigning world champions South Africa this evening and also interviews Andy Farrell and Johnny Sexton in the post match press conference. @vodafoneIreland #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: McCloskey promoted, Leinster player to make international debut
On today's Rugby Daily, we've the updated team news ahead of tomorrow's test with the Springboks, as Robbie Henshaw misses out. There's news of another contract extension at Ulster. A Leinster player is making their international debut this weekend, but not for Ireland. And Dan Biggar is off to France.
'I'm a little concerned' | France the real RWC threat | Ireland v South Africa | Joel Stransky
World Cup winner with South Africa Joel Stransky joined Ger Gilroy to look ahead to the Autumn Nations Series encounter between South Africa and Ireland. Rugby with Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
Craig Ray on Ireland vs South Africa
Rugby journalist Craig Ray joins Shane and Kathleen on #OTBAM to give the South African perspective as the Springboks take on Ireland in the Autumn Nations Series on Saturday. 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: How to beat the SA physicality
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Shane and Kathleen on #OTBAM to preview a massive showdown with Springboks at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. 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: Conor The Centurion, Ulster extensions and Smith surpasses Carter
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Ireland team to face the Springboks. We hear from Andy Farrell and Robert Baloucoune too. Ulster are handing out contracts like it's going out of fashion. Aaron Smith is to surpass Dan Carter on Saturday.
Jack McGrath: Bouncing back from injury, Ireland Autumn predictions
Former Leinster and Ulster prop Jack McGrath joins Shane and Johnny on #OTBAM 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 | Ireland must back-up 2022 form against Springboks | Wood & Hayes
Joe Molloy is joined by former Ireland captain Keith Wood and Grand Slam winner Fiona Hayes on Wednesday Night Rugby. (01:00) Ireland vs South Africa: where the game will be won and lost. (32:00) The sustainability of professional women's rugby in Ireland. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Rassie on kit clashes, Farrell's A-Team and new All Blacks captain
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Ireland A team to face the All Blacks XV at the RDS, and what it could mean for the senior side on Saturday. Rassie Erasmus opens up on Saturday's potential kit clash, his return to the coaches box, and what Ireland means to him. There are some notable absentees from the list of women signing IRFU central contracts today. And there's an update on RG Snyman's potential return.