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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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
S22 Ep 5South Africa to win by 6! Stephen Kisbey Green
OTB's resident Springbok, SKG joined Shane and Johnny in studio to look ahead to South Africa's clash with Ireland in the Aviva 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
S22 Ep 4The Red 78 Ep.43 | Refereeing inconsistencies, implications if Munster weren’t to make the Champions Cup and who starts for Ireland?
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs talk about Munster’s recent defeat to Ulster, the lay of the land after the first seven games and look forward to Ireland’s upcoming clash vs South Africa. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
S22 Ep 3South Africa will target Andrew Porter | Kolbe at fullback | Will Murray start for Ireland?
Ruaidhri O'Connor joined Joe Molloy to preview Ireland against South Africa and to discuss the team named by the Springboks. Rugby on OTB with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
S22 Ep 2Rugby Daily: Nienaber deploys the Bomb Squad, Sexton's World Cup ambition
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of the Springboks team to face Ireland and we hear from Jacques Nienaber on his selection process. Jonathan Sexton on Ireland's status as world no.1, plus Garry Ringrose on the importance of the Boks going early. Plus, news of Brodie Retallick and Sam Skinner.
S22 Ep 1Alan Quinlan: Munster fall to Ulster, South Africa preview
Alan Quinlan joins Shane & Johnny to look back at yet another defeat for Munster and to look ahead to Ireland's clash with South Africa this 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: Rassie on Jenkins and soapy balls, another Munster signing and England get tagged
On Friday's Rugby Daily, we hear from Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber after they name the Springboks squad that will travel to Ireland and beyond. Richie McCormack also brings you team news ahead of Munster's meeting with Connacht. Munster have made another short-term signing with injuries biting hard in their pack. And England are set to innovate next month....
Jason Jenkins in 'Boks squad, Women's contracts | Alan Quinlan
Adrian Barry & Johnny Ward are joined by former Irish international Alan Quinlan to preview this weekend's URC. 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 on Ireland's Autumn series, Johnny Sexton's back-up and URC vs Top 14
Nathan Murphy was joined by Irish Rugby legend and La Rochelle Head Coach Ronan O'Gara on Thursday's Off The Ball. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Nucifora's State of the Union, No Hogg for Scots, Biggar's early French escape
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you highlights from David Nucifora's State of the Union address. The IRFU's Performance Director offers insights on the women's contracts situation, the appointment of John McKee, and what next for young players in this country. There's Leinster team news ahead of their trip to Llanelli tomorrow night. Scotland have revealed their hand for their opening autumn test against the Wallabies. There's a possible path to redemption for Worcester. And could Dan Biggar be off to France sooner than expected?
Brian O'Driscoll: 'Ireland need to try and beat Springboks', Sexton's replacement & Munster outclassed
Irish Rugby legend Brian O'Driscoll joined Ger Gilroy to preview Ireland's Autumn international series, and recap another convincing Leinster defeat of Munster in the URC. (00:30) Leinster let Munster off lightly in URC clash. (19:00) What will the Ireland 'A' game tell us? (23:00) 'I'm nervous about the reliance on Johnny Sexton.' (28:00) What Ireland want from the Autumn international series. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Ian McKinley: Second Sight: Rugby and Redemption | Eye injury | Playing for Italy
Former Italy out-half Ian McKinley joined Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby to discuss his career and his new book, Second Sight: Rugby and Redemption. Rugby on OTB with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Women's professionalism hits stumbling block, Prendergast on Ulster & Wood's 12-man game
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the IRFU's push to professionalise the women's game hitting a stumbling block. Andy Farrell on his Ireland players embracing their status as world no.1 Mike Prendergast previews Munster's meeting with Ulster. Keith Wood on the possibility of 12-man union. Plus there's loads of props on the move.
How would 12-a-side Rugby work? Keith Wood explains
Ireland legend Keith Wood joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM to give his thoughts on the wider issues in rugby currently. 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: Farrell & Frawley speak, Ulster's gastrogate takes another turn
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news from today's Ireland press conferences with Andy Farrell providing injury updates. Ulster's gastroenteritis story takes a shocking turn, via the URC chief. There's news on both Connacht and Leinster's home grounds. And a biting scandal rocks the Women's World Cup.
Stuart Lancaster talks Leinster, Leo Cullen, Racing 92, Rugby World Cup scars & coping with loss
Joe Molloy is joined in studio by Leinster Rugby coach Stuart Lancaster for an exclusive interview on Off The Ball. Beginning with his imminent move to Racing 92, Stuart considered his remarkable spell with Leinster, coping with the loss of his father, and his unique relationship with Leo Cullen. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
The Red 78 Ep.42 | Green shoots, the blue wall & a must, must, must win!
Munster came out the wrong end of one interpro, but what can be learned for Ulster at home this weekend? Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs have all the breakdown on this week's Red 78. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Matt Williams: Best XV I coached against
Former Wallabies, Scotland, and Leinster coach Matt Williams joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM to run through the best players he ever coached 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
MNR | Wasteful Leinster exploit Munster flaws, Sexton: the best ever? | Williams & Thornley
Joe Molloy was joined by former Leinster and Ulster Head Coach Matt Williams and journalist Gerry Thornley for this week's Monday Night Rugby. (01:00) Imperfect Leinster exploit Munster's deficiencies. (33:00) Johnny Sexton: Ireland's greatest ever player? (41:00) Michael Cheika's double-jobbing. (43:30) Scotland: Gregor Townsend opts to go it without Finn Russell. Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Cullen on Kieran Read's visit, Ulster illness update
On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of another Ireland doubt for the autumn internationals. Ulster's disappointment at their gastro-doubters. Leo Cullen on Kieran Read's surprise visit to Leinster. Plus, Alan Quinlan on how Munster's start to the season could easily have been even more grim.
Munster positives after Leinster defeat | Alan Quinlan
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger and Nathan on #OTBAM after Leinster's 27-13 victory over Munster at the Aviva Stadium. 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: Ulster's gastro-hell, Leinster and Munster ring the changes, White "sorry for" Goosen
Coming up on today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack with the details of Ulster's South African postponement, and where they seemingly contracted gastroenteritis. There's the team news for Leinster v Munster, and we hear from both Leo Cullen and Alan Quinlan. Bulls chief Jake White on why he "feels sorry" for Johan Goosen. Plus news of a former England captain's retirement.
Quinny's Irish XV to face Springboks
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Adrian and Shane on #OTBAM with Ireland's Autumn Nations Series squad announced, and Munster facing a daunting trip to the Aviva to face Leinster on Saturday night. 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: Kolisi on Ulster, Prendergast back for Connacht, and return of Ntamack
Richie McCormack brings you team news for tomorrow night's meeting of Connacht and the Scarlets - plus David Hawkshaw on his move out west. Fiona Hayes and Ruaidhrí O'Connor set the table for Saturday's clash of Leinster and Munster at the Aviva. Siya Kolisi starts for the Sharks against Ulster on Saturday, we hear from the Springboks captain. And good news for Toulouse and France.
WNR | Ireland squad named for Autumn series, Leinster vs Munster mismatch | O'Connor & Hayes
Joe Molloy was joined by journalist Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Grand Slam winner Fiona Hayes for this week's Wednesday Night Rugby. (01:00) Andy Farrell names his Ireland squad for the Autumn series. (14:00) Leinster vs Munster: Have the visitors any chance at all? Rugby in association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: The Uncapped Six, Russell ditched by Scots, Jonny Bell on rugby's free-scoring future
On today's Rugby Daily, news of the Ireland squad - and it's 'A' annex - for the autumn internationals. Gregor Townshend explains Finn Russell's omission from their autumn panel. Plus, Ulster coach Jonathan Bell explains why Ulster's free-scoring matches are actually ahead of the curve.