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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up today, South Africa are handed a big boost ahead of this weekend's huge clash with Ireland,Who starts at 10 against the Springboks? Brian O'Driscoll, Gerry Thornley and Liam Toland give their thoughts,And Munster sign a former Leinster player amid an apparent injury crisis in the front row.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Olympic Gold Medallist Rhys McClenaghan joined Eoin Sheahan to dive into his journey to the Paris Olympics as well as his devastating loss in Tokyo. We'll also hear from his parents and his coach who gave us their account of the biggest moments in his career. Inner Drive on Off The Ball is brought to you by Allianz | #Stopthedrop

Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up today, the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the huge clash with South Africa this weekend,Gerry Thornley and Liam Toland on whether the new-look Ireland back-three is a runner for the Six Nations,South Africa's coaching ticket claim the team are not treated fairly by the officials after another red card at the weekend,And late, late drama in the battle for the final spot at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with Susanna Mollen.Coming up today, we hear from the former Munster and Ireland backrow, Alan Quinlan, on Ireland's hat-trick hero.There is an injury blow for Stuart McCloskey, but more players enter back into the selection mix.Scotland are booed in Murrayfield as they're left dumbfounded by a stunning Argentinian comeback.And England repeat history against the All Blacks as Henry Pollock is back in the headlines...Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Dara Smith-Naughton.Coming up, we'll hear from Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt following last night's clash between Ireland & Australia at the Aviva Stadium.Two prominent Irish back-rows speak about the competition in their positions at the moment...And Andy Dunne has his say on the Ireland out-half debate.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

In episode two of 'Back Seat Pundits' James Tracy joined Dara Smith-Naughton as they travelled to the Aviva stadium to discuss the issue with Ireland's lineout, Andy Farrell's selection process and his score predictions against Australia and South Africa. This is with thanks to Renault #RethinkRenault

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up, we'll hear from Caelan Doris and Joe Schmidt ahead of Ireland vs Australia at the Aviva Stadium.A key Ireland forward makes her long-awaited return from injury this weekend,And still looking for a full rundown of the rugby action on offer this weekend? I've got you covered.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Leinster front rower Ivan Soroka joins Eoin Sheahan for this week's Settle In, reflecting on his upbringing in Ukraine, moving to Dublin and playing for Leinster, and how the war has affected him and his family.Settle In on Off The Ball with Guinness 0.0.

Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today, the Ireland team is out for the Australia game, and there is a return of the Mack - that's a line you won't have heard loads today.Could the Wallabies stun Andy Farrell's side at the weekend? It's happened before, warns Gerry Thornley.And Rassie Erasmus takes a gamble with his team selection against Italy...Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today, the Ireland coaching ticket admit their attack needs to be better this November.Brian O'Driscoll feels Ireland can't be compared to South Africa right now,And the Springboks will have to do without a key forward when they come to Dublin in a week's time...Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up, an update from Ireland camp ahead of this weekend's visit of Australia to Dublin,After an impressive summer and Rugby Championship showing, what's gone wrong for the Wallabies this November?And Cullie Tucker leaves Connacht after a decade with the province, as the Ireland under-20s plan for the future.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with Susanna Mollen.Coming up today, we hear from the OTB Breakfast crew on the Ireland performance against Japan.There is an injury blow, but is Mack Hansen back in the fold?Steve Tandy's Wales pumped by Argentina.And England continue their winning run.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

It's a very special Saturday edition of Rugby Daily for you, as Susanna Mollen reports back from the Aviva Stadium where Ireland have just beaten Japan 41 - 10 in their first home game of the Quilter Nations series. Andy Farrell doesn't hide his disappointment in the team's performance and Caelan Doris reflects on his first 80 minutes back after a lengthy shoulder injury! But the story of the day was Munster's Tom Farrell who, at 32 years of age, became the oldest back to make his Ireland debut. Despite a mixed bag for Ireland, it's all smiles for this Farrell, who breathes a sigh of relief as he finally achieves his life-long dream. #Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank Of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up today, we hear from Ireland captain Caelan Doris ahead of tomorrow's clash with Japan.The reaction to Munster's Tom Farrell makes a first international appearance at centre,Rassie Erasmus pours cold water on the tetchy buildup to South Africa against France,And all you need to know ahead of a busy weekend of rugby action.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Colm Boohig was joined by former Irish Rugby player Devin Toner as they travel to places with memories of his career in Irish rugby as they dissect Irelands loss to New Zealand and preview they're upcoming clash with Japan.  This is with thanks to Renault #RethinkRenault

Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today, Andy Farrell names a much-changed Ireland team for Saturday's clash with Eddie Jones' Japan.Has the increase in open-play kicking detracted from rugby as a spectacle?And the IRFU publishes its finding on whether the reduced legal tackle height has made the game safer.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up today, Tadhg Beirne is cleared to play for Ireland in this weekend's Autumn test with Japan.Brian O'Driscoll outlines the problems in the Irish attack, and where there might be opportunities in recent law changes,And James Tracy issues a "hold your horses" call on those with fears over the Irish lineout.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today, the latest from the Ireland camp, with a nervy wait for Tadhg Beirne as he appeals his red card against the All Blacks.The thoughts of Andy Dunne and Gerry Thornley on the 26-13 defeat to New Zealand at Soldier Field,And the gloriously petty shadow-boxing between France and South Africa ahead of their clash at the Stade de France on Saturday.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson.Coming up on a bumper pod, Beauden Barrett defends Tadhg Beirne.Joe Schmidt hits out at English conduct.And an Ulsterman signs for the Red Bulls.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Ger Gilroy is joined by Arthur O'Dea and Alan Quinlan to review the weekend and bring you the performance rankings from the world of sport following Ireland's loss to New Zealand in Soldier Field, Chicago, the League of Ireland Premier Division final day and Martin O'Neill's first final since 2010 Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Here is a free segment this week’s Sunday Paper Review where John Duggan is joined by Hush Farrelly & Sarah O’Donovan, reflecting on Ireland’s disappointing defeat to New Zealand in Chicago…You can catch the full hour by subscribing to the Off The Ball podcast network.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up on a bumper pod, your big preview of Ireland's clash with the All Blacks tomorrow,There are changes a'coming in the Energia All-Ireland League next season,And all the team news you need to know from the big internationals this weekend.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today, the teams are out for Ireland's massive clash with New Zealand at Soldier Field.All Blacks legends Conrad Smith and Ben Smith take us behind the curtain of the side that won back-to-back World Cups.And a huge injury blow for the Ireland women's team, with a key player out for the rest of the season.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

It's match-week for the Irish Rugby team in Chicago and Jack Crowley will start in that number 10 jersey, another twist in the rivalry between himself and Sam Prendergast... The WOTS team got busy chatting to the public about their favourite sporting rivalries, whether it's healthy competition, and where does the line lie? Have a thought or topic in mind? Send us a DM on @OffTheBall or WhatsApp us at 087 9 180 180. 📞

Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cathal Mullaney.Coming up, the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the big Chicago clash with the All Blacks.Eddie Jones doubts Ireland's good days will continue.And Munster to go all out for the visit of Los Pumas.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds' win over Connacht that saw them pick up their fifth straight URC win. We'll also look ahead to Munster's clash with the Argentina XV, and Ireland's clash with New Zealand in Soldier Field. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

OTB’s Dara Smith-Naughton, alongside Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig, brings forward a special All Blacks edition of his Irish Rugby Green XV for episode 5, ahead of Ireland v New Zealand in Chicago.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Former Leinster Rugby Development Officer Kevin McCleery joins Will O’Callaghan to discuss his position in getting a Rugby 7s team together to play in Asian 7s Rugby during this time of conflict.

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up, the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the big Chicago clash with the All Blacks,The team news from the Irish sides ahead of this weekend's URC action.And the Welsh regions get some clarity on their futures, but uncertainty remains over who might get the chop...Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson.Coming up, Clayton McMillan on Munster's tough test against Connacht.Gerry Thornley on an Irish bolter.And another Springbok gets a ban, much to the chagrin of Rassie Erasmus.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Journalist Brendan Fanning chats to Eoin around the launch of his new book ‘Touching Distance’. Rugby with Bank of Ireland #NeverStopCompeting 

Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up, Anton Lienert-Brown on Clayton McMillan's early impact at Munster,Do some Leinster players feel more motivated about their Ireland duties than their provincial commitments,And Croke Park could host a massive international test next summer - which wouldn't involve Ireland.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to discuss Munster's superb showing in Croke Park as they defeat old rivals Leinster, and to preview Saturday's clash with Connacht at Thomond Park. The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join

Eoin Sheahan checks in with injured Ireland star Erin King about her rehab and future plans after her horrific injury in April.

Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up, Ireland coach John Fogarty on why Leinster's 'kick up the arse' might be a good thing,Liam Toland and Fiona Hayes bask in the glory of Munster's win at Croke Park,And one England international calls time on her career, while another may be left out in the cold by men's head coach Steve Borthwick...Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson.Coming up, Mack Hansen to miss out whilst doubts remain over Bundee Aki and Robbie Henshaw.Stuart Lancaster on the Munster game.And are England about to unveil a new generational talent?Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Here is a free segment this week’s Sunday Paper Review where Adrian Barry was joined by Declan Lynch of the Sunday Independent & Orla McElroy the Irish Daily Mail and The Mail on Sunday!You can catch the full hour by subscribing to the Off The Ball podcast network.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill,Coming up, all you need to know ahead of Leinster versus Munster at Croke Park tomorrow,Ulster name their team for the first game of their South African tour,And we'll take you through all the must-watch rugby action this coming weekend.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today the teams are out for Leinster and Munster in this weekend's hugo interpro clash at Croke Park.Bordeaux's Joey Carbery opens up on his heartbreak at missing the Champions Cup final,And bad news for fans of the Rugby Championship...Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

‘Rebuilding a Man’ is an autobiography by Fergus Farrell, who was left paralysed after a freak back injury. In this interview with Eoin he chats about his life and the battles on the road to recovery. If you've been affected by anything in this interview, you can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 or via email at [email protected]. Rugby on Off The Ball is brought to you by Bank of Ireland #NeverStopCompeting 

Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up, no ripping up of the script from Andy Farrell as he reveals his Ireland squad for the November tests,A snippet from our Leinster-Munster preview with Michael Cheika and Alan Quinlan,And another rugby governing body issues a strong response to R360.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Munster Legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes join Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan to discuss Munster's third consecutive win as they do just enough to see off Edinburgh in Cork. And with a huge clash with Leinster looming in Croke Park on Saturday, we look ahead to what should be a cracking contest between the old rivals. The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up, we'll take a pause from the Leinster-Munster buildup to talk about Connacht and Ulster,Gerry Thornley's surprising shout for a replacement at full-back for Ireland, with Hugo Keenan unavailable,And some interesting selection calls by Australia in their squad for the November internationals.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson.Coming up today, Munster look to take on old rivals Leinster and not to get bogged down in the clash of the 10s.Leinster's Josh van der Flier thanks Johnny Sexton for some good advice.And can an Irish rugby league team get what they need regarding funding for the World Cup push?Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up today, Munster can go three wins from three in the URC tonight,Team news from the other Irish provinces ahead of this weekend's action,And what's this weekend's offering in terms of rugby fixtures, both at home and abroad.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Word On The Street is back in a 𝘴𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘭𝘺 different format to normal! Ahead of Ireland's involvement in the Women's Rugby League World Cup qualifiers in Canada later this month, we take a look at the growth of the game in recent years and where players are coming from. Enjoy some snippets from interviews with head coach Matt Kennerson, captain Storm Cobain, and recent convert, the 2025 Leinster Women's captain, Molly Boyne. Have a thought or topic in mind? Send us a DM at @OffTheBall or WhatsApp us at 087 9 180 180. 📞 Chat next week!

Hello and happy Thursday! The Word On The Street crew have some bonus content for you today, with two interviews with some major figures in the Irish Rugby League scene. Matt Kennerson, head coach of the Irish women's team, and two of the players, Molly Boyne and Storm Cobain, join Susanna, Eve, and Rachel to talk through their upcoming World Cup qualifier as well as the growth of the game in Ireland. Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today, Munster name their team for tomorrow's URC clash with Edinburgh.Gerry Thornley floats the idea of Joey Carbery returning to Irish rugby,And Samoa pull out of their November test with Italy, setting up a historic first for international rugby.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up, praise for Jack Crowley as Munster gear up for a Cork clash with Edinburgh,James Lowe on Leinster's Lions coping with the post-Tour comedown,R360 and rugby's leading unions trade statements as the standoff between the two intensifies,And a former Wallaby turns hero at a Melbourne playground.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes join Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan to discuss Munster's win over Cardiff as the Reds pick up back to back URC wins to kick off their season. We'll name our star of the week and look ahead to Saturday's game in Cork against Edinburgh.The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.