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Keith Wood: break-up season, England dangerous
Ireland legend Keith Wood joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM to react to Eddie Jones and Wayne Pivac getting the boot at England and Wales respectively, while attention now turns to the European action 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
The Red 78 Ep.48 | Fast-start fears, the Toulouse tornado & Quinny's 'Star of the Week'!
The Champions Cup is about to get underway and off the back of another solid Munster performance on Friday, Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan have everything you should be looking out for! Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
ENGLAND SACK EDDIE JONES | Chris Jones on Steve Borthwick, succession plans & what happens next
Joe Molloy was joined by BBC rugby journalist Chris Jones to discuss England's decision to part company with Eddie Jones. Seven years after Jones became England's Head Coach, the lads speculated how this call will impact England going into the Six Nations and, crucially, the World Cup. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Jones on the way out, Gatland back in Wales | Cian Tracey
The Irish Independent's Cian Tracey joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM to discuss Eddie Jones' imminent dismissal as England head coach, while Warren Gatland is summoned to restore Welsh rugby to its former glory. 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 | Wales reunited with Warren Gatland, Champions Cup preview | Rúaidhrí O'Connor
Rúaidhrí O'Connor of the Irish Independant is in studio with Joe Molloy to discuss this weekend's rugby, Warren Gatland returning to the Wales backroom staff and previewing this weekend's Champions Cup fixtures. (0:30) Warren Gatland returns to the fold. (10:00) Eddie Jones' fate in the hands of the RFU. (13:00) The Return of the Champions Cup for the 22/23 season. (22:00) Leinster triumph over Ulster in a ruthless comeback. (34:00) Munster going from strength to strength under Rowntree. (41:00) Connacht's European odyssey. @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs
Alan Quinlan: Leinster shade Ulster in thriller, Connacht & Munster win
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM after a pulsating round of URC action, as the focus shifts to European competitions 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
Brent Pope: Munster, Leinster & Connacht win, TV coverage of rugby & Eddie Jones under pressure
Joe Molloy was joined by rugby analyst Brent Pope on Sunday's Off The Ball to discuss the weekend's URC action, including wins for Leinster, Munster and Connacht. Furthermore, the lads discussed Eddie Jones' suitability for England's Head Coach role after a series of Sunday newspaper articles suggested that Jones should no longer be in the job. Rugby is in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: ROG says no, Jones on the brink, Lowe & Henderson return
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you definitive news of Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle status. Opinion on both sides as Eddie Jones stands on the England precipice. And Leinster, Connacht and Ulster have all named their teams ahead of tomorrow's games, with some big returning names.
Recovering from that Bundee Aki hit | The URC teams new to Europe | SENATLA, ARENDSE & SKINNER
As part of the launch of the new Heineken Champions Cup season, Aisling O'Reilly was in England catching up with players from all of the competing teams this season. While Edinburgh are not new to European rugby, Sam Skinner joining the Scottish side sees him in a new European challenge. However, Aisling also catches up with complete newcomers to the European Cup in the form of the Stormers' Seabelo Senatla and Bulls' Kurt-Lee Arendse. Rugby on Off The Ball w/ Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
Alan Quinlan: Eddie Jones on thin ice, ROG as a coach
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Adrian and Shane on #OTBAM with stories emerging in today's papers about potential replacements for Eddie Jones at 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
English sides hungry for the Champions Cup | What South African sides will bring | PREMIERSHIP CLUBS
As part of the launch of the new Heineken Champions Cup season, Aisling O'Reilly was in England catching up with players from all of the competing teams this season. She catches up with some of the Premiership's new signings and transfers, Leicester Tigers' Handre Pollard, Sale Sharks' George Ford, as well as Saracens' Nick Isiekwe and Gloucester's Alex Craig. Rugby on Off The Ball w/ Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Zebo back for Munster, URC tributes for Doddie, Exeter in trouble
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news ahead of Munster's URC trip to Edinburgh. Exeter Chiefs are the latest English club in financial bother. And the player of the autumn series revealed.
Will Greenwood: England a tough team to love
2003 Rugby World Cup winner Will Greenwood joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM for the reaction to the latest developments in English rugby as pressure continues to mount on head coach Eddie Jones. 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
IRISH TEAMS TACKLE EUROPE | 'You never lose hope!' | Will Connors, Malakai Fekitoa & Ian Madigan
As part of the launch of the new Heineken Champions Cup season, Aisling O'Reilly was in England catching up with players from all of the competing teams this season. She did not stray too far from home, however, as she caught up with Leinster's Will Connors, Ulster's Ian Madigan and Munster's Malakai Fekitoa to look ahead to the new season, how each of them are dealing with their own off-pitch situations, and their personal ambitions at international level. Rugby on Off The Ball in association with Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: ROG to extend, Cooney Scots switch & Dupont cleared
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ronan O'Gara's contract status at La Rochelle. John Cooney appears poised for a sensational switch to Scotland. And Munster will face Antoine Dupont next week after all.
WNR | Saving the Champions Cup, ROG ends England speculation, Scotland's John Cooney? | D'Arcy & Hayes
Joe Molloy was joined by three-time Champions Cup winner Gordon D'Arcy and Grand Slam winner Fiona Hayes for Wednesday Night Rugby. (01:00) 'Fromance': maintaining friendships in rugby. (04:00) Ronan O'Gara ends rumours of England role. (07:00) Could John Cooney be making the switch to Scotland? (15:00) World Rugby take 'the first step towards a reimagination' of the game. (21:00) Is the Champions Cup in need of saving? Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Brent Pope's greatest XV played against
Ger and Shane were joined in studio by rugby legend, Brent Pope to select the greatest XV players he ever played against. 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. 47 | A progressive inter-pro, the selection situation & the future for Frisch?
It's been a positive weekend for Munster and Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are only delighted to be along with the latest episode of The Red 78! Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Rugby Daily: Munster's Crowley boost, World Rugby respond to White controversy
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you positive news regarding Jack Crowley's calf. We hear from Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins on their need for balance. World Rugby respond to the Nic White concussion controversy. And in France, Claude Atcher claims he's the victim of a "smear campaign"
MNR | Munster, Leinster & Ulster win, 'tiresome' Eddie Jones', a tribute to Doddie Weir | Wood & Thornley
Joe Molloy was joined by Irish rugby legend Keith Wood and Irish Times journalist Gerry Thornley on Monday Night Rugby. (01:00) Munster, Leinster and Ulster pick up wins as URC returns. (16:00) Eddie Jones stands firm after England lose again. (28:00) Wales find new ways to lose; will Warren Gatland return? (36:00) In tribute to Doddie Weir. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Henshaw out, Morel out, Pivac out?
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details on Robbie Henshaw's Christmas-ruining injury. Munster have concerns of their own after the win over Connacht. There'll be a change at the top of Six Nations Rugby. Plus, could Gatland and Howley replace Pivac with sorry Wales?
Alan Quinlan: Pressure on Wales & England, Doddie Weir tribute
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM as Wales suffered a second-half collapse against Australia, while defeat to South Africa rounded off a poor 2022 for 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Rugby Daily: ROG's La Rochelle talks + Team news galore
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of Ronan O'Gara's talks with the La Rochelle president as those England links swirl. Plus, Munster, Connacht and Leinster have all named their teams for this weekend's URC action - and we hear from all three camps.
Ronan O’Gara for the England job? Alan Quinlan
Former Munster and Ireland flanker Alan Quinland was live on OTBAM this morning with Shane Hannon and Johnny Ward. 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 on concussion: Science has to come first
Ex-Scotland coach Matt Williams joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM this morning. 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 | '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....