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Auckland Blues defence coach Craig McGrath on Schmidt's essays, manipulating attacks, and Super Rugby semi
Gavan Casey and Eoin Toolan are joined by Blues defence coach Craig McGrath, who is in preparation for a Super Rugby semi-final versus the Brumbies this Saturday morning.Craig tells the lads how he began his coaching career in Drogheda with Boyne RFC, and also speaks of his first encounter with his current Blues colleague Joe Schmidt who coached him in Auckland in the mid '00s. He speaks of his philosophy, of the Blues' group-contribution ideas for their own defence, and how they intend to stop Dan McKellar's Brumbies this weekend.He also looks ahead to Ireland's tour of New Zealand in the summer, and has a clear answer as to which Irish player he would sign for the Blues if given the opportunity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leinster bring the end of Wilson's reign, Ulster are just better than Munster, and The Great JVG
Bernard Jackman, Garry Doyle and Gavan Casey dig into the weekend's URC fare.Leinster put a hapless Glasgow to the sword and, only hours after 'Berch' had a conversation with Warriors head coach Danny Wilson about the precarious nature of coaching, Wilson was shown the door.Ulster battered Munster at Ravenhill and cemented their status as the second best team in the country, and perhaps the second best team in the URC. How conceivable is it that they unseat Leinster as the league's kingpins? Plus, Garry explains why he wouldn't start the extremely impressive James Hume in one of the three All Blacks Tests this summer.And the lads -- but mainly Garry -- have it out after a piece he wrote in which he opined that history will be kind to Johann van Graan at Munster despite his trophy-less tenure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
You don't win a Champions Cup going 3-6-9; plus URC and Super Rugby QF previews
Eoin Toolan joins Gavan Casey to provide the forensics on Leinster's Champions Cup final defeat, and how La Rochelle bettered them in various areas. The lads also look ahead to the URC quarter-finals, including Ulster-Munster on Friday night, and the last eight teams standing in Super Rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leinster's plans go awry as ROG begins to build something special at La Rochelle.
Bernard Jackman and Ciarán Kennedy join Gavan Casey to discuss where it went wrong for Leinster Leinster in Marseille, and how Saturday wound up being a day of coronation for La Rochelle, Ronan O'Gara and Donnacha Ryan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How the Champions Cup final will be won
Eoin Toolan joins Gavan Casey to look ahead to Leinster v La Rochelle with excitement and trepidation in equal measure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leinster's kids embarrass Munster, and Ulster are well and truly back
Episode NotesMurray Kinsella, Bernard Jackman and Gavan Casey review the weekend's URC action, with a focus on an experimental Leinster side's superb victory over Munster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How are the All Blacks shaping up for the series against Ireland?
Eoin Toolan is back on the pod and he joins Murray Kinsella to discuss the form teams and players in New Zealand rugby ahead of the All Blacks' three-Test series against Andy Farrell's Ireland this summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sexy Leinster, Johnny the boss, Molony's progress, and ROG's lads
Gavan Casey returns to discuss a stunning Leinster performance with Bernard Jackman and Murray Kinsella. The lads break down the impressive semi-final win over Toulouse and look towards Leinster's battle with Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle in the final. They also touch on the big URC weekend ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Irish refereeing with Johnny Lacey and AIL winning with Dylan Donnellan
IRFU high performance referee coach and talent ID manager Johnny Lacey joins Murray Kinsella to chat all things refereeing and answer loads of your questions, before Murray chats to Clontarf hooker Dylan Donnellan about the club's All-Ireland League title and his career in rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Penalty shoot-outs, raucous crowds, big scrums, and impressive young guns
Bernard Jackman and Ciarán Kennedy join Murray Kinsella to discuss Munster's heartbreak after an epic against Toulouse, as well as Leinster's impressive first-half performance against Leicester as they advanced into the Champions Cup semi-finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Last-gasp drama, Soroka soars, Munster on a march, Connacht collapse
On today's pod, Bernard Jackman joins Murray Kinsella to reflect on encouraging successes for the Ireland Women's 15s and 7s teams.The lads also break down bigs wins for Munster and Ulster in the URC, discuss Leinster's tour of South Africa, and reflect on another collapse from Connacht. There's also discussion on the brilliant AIL final, with Clontarf overcoming Terenure.As always, to send your feedback or submit a question for the next episode, fire an e-mail to [email protected] can also get involved via the members’ group by adding our number 0833930229 on WhatsApp and sending us a message. (If you do that, just please include your email address so that we can confirm your membership.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bolters for All Blacks tour, future of the URC, and perks of the job
Ciarán Kennedy joins Murray Kinsella to discuss Ireland's tour to New Zealand now that dates and venues are finally nailed down, while the lads also discuss all the latest goings-on in the URC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leamy to Munster, Leinster's TMO woe, Connacht's grit, and pros v amateurs
Gavan Casey is joined by Bernard Jackman and Murray Kinsella to look back on a brilliant weekend of URC drama and discuss Ireland Women's heavy defeat to England in the Six Nations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The next Ireland wing, JOD levels up, URC race, and Schmidt's Blues influence
Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to look ahead to a massive weekend of URC action, discuss last weekend's European ties, and also break down all the latest in Super Rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thomond thrills, Leinster just too good, and Ulster dealt a big dose of heartbreak
Gavan Casey is joined by Bernard Jackman and Murray Kinsella to discuss wins for Munster and Leinster in the Champions Cup, as well as a heavy defeat for Connacht and an agonising loss for Ulster. The lads glance ahead to the quarter-finals and pick out their possible winners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rassie's traffic lights, how to maul, and coaching Connacht - the Dewald Senekal interview
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella are joined by Connacht forwards coach Dewald Senekal for a fascinating insight into his background and his work with the western province. The lads also discuss the thrilling second legs of the Champions Cup round of 16. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A thrilling western, Baloucoune's next level, and Rowntree set to take reins at Munster
Murray Kinsella, Bernard Jackman and Gavan Casey look back on an unbelievably exciting weekend's rugby.The lads start in Galway where Mack Hansen revealed his tattoo of Oisín Dowling, Connacht bore their souls and Leinster were, for the most part, mightily impressive but came away with only a five-point advantage after a European interprovincial thriller. Murray and Gavan also have a slightly different take on Jamison Gibson-Park's yellow card than Berch and the vast majority of observers.Then it's to Toulouse, where Robert Baloucoune stamped his name into Ulster Rugby folklore and got the lads excited for what he might bring to Andy Farrell's Ireland backline in the next 12-18 months.Exeter and Munster probably both came away from Sandy Park feeling as though they should have either won their first leg or won it by more. Berch, Murray and Gavan look at a strange game, and peer ahead to what looks like it might be a new, Graham Rowntree-led era at the slightly confused-looking southern province.And Ireland got off the mark in the Women's Six Nations with a markedly improved performance versus Italy. The lads examine Irish improvements and look ahead from behind their fingers at the trip to England, which Ireland will make shorn of several of their star players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Toner's clearout, Carbery at 15, stopping Dupont, and red cards galore
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella discuss Dan Leavy's retirement, the breakdown, and a massive weekend of Heineken Champions Cup action, as well as the flurry of red cards in Super Rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leinster brilliance, Munster dysfunction, and would ROG accept a knighthood?
Frontliner Murray Kinsella returns to join Bernard Jackman and Gavan Casey for a look back on the weekend's action, including Leinster's comfortable victory over Munster at Thomond Park, Connacht keeping their URC season alive in Treviso, Ulster's defeat to the Bulls, Ireland's loss to France in the Women's Six Nations, and Ronan O'Gara's tête-à-tête with Bordeaux coach Christophe Urios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Big Super Rugby chat, and should Coombes start lock against Leinster?
Gavan Casey sits in for Murray Kinsella and is joined by Eoin Toolan to discuss Super Rugby: Moana Pasifika's first win and their currently insane schedule; what's gone wrong with the 'Canes, and should Jordie Barrett play 10?; New Zealand's midfield void and who might fill it; plus Brumbies and Reds' great starts and the incredible decision to reverse Tom Banks' red card.The lads also cast one eye towards the coming weekend, with Eoin laying out his ideas for how Munster might topple Leinster at Thomond and looking at how Ulster might manage the turnaround from SA to Toulouse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ulster robbed in SA, don't blame Carty, and Ireland begin new era with defeat
Bernard Jackman and Ciarán Kennedy join Gavan Casey to look back on the weekend's action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Inside the Munster academy, scouting Ireland, rugby's disciplinary mess
Munster academy manager Ian Costello joins Murray Kinsella and Eoin Toolan on the pod to chat about the work being done in the province's pathway. The lads also discuss Ireland's win over Scotland, the challenge of playing in South Africa, and a couple of intriguing disciplinary cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Magical days in Dublin, Cork, Paris and Cardiff; and has time caught up with Eddie Jones?
There were celebrations aplenty over the weekend, of course, both in France and Italy as well as Dublin and Cork, where Ireland's senior men's and U20 sides each raised silverware in front of capacity crowds.On today's pod, Bernard, Murray and Gavan delve into the 20s' success: how did Richie Murphy and co. make them tick so successfully considering their lack of age-grade rugby over the last couple of years, and who from this previously unheralded squad looks most ready to play pro ball?The lads also look back on Ireland's senior Six Nations campaign as a whole, with one eye cast firmly towards the summer tour to New Zealand: to experiment or to potentially win a series on Kiwi soil?They chat about France's Grand Slam win over England, which Berch witnessed first hand from the commentary box at the Stade: what makes this French side different to every other team in the world, and are they set for a period of sustained dominance in Europe? And has time finally caught up with Eddie Jones as it does most great coaches across sport, or has he still got some tricks up his sleeve?Plus, Kieran Crowley's impact on Italy, Conor O'Shea's foundations, and, on the flipside, why the next five years could be pretty grim for Wales; and why Munster's back-to-back defeats in South Africa shouldn't be cause for grave concern.Tributes are also paid to Big Dev Toner who today announced that he is to retire at the end of the season, and Berch recalls an absolute head-the-ball with whom he and Dev both shared the Leinster dressing room as Toner was first emerging as a future prospect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Will Genia interview, Ireland's identity, and beating Scotland
110-times capped Wallaby legend Will Genia joins Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella to chat about life in Japan, playing scrum-half and facing up to Ireland and ROG. The lads also analyse Ireland's win over England and look at the challenge facing them from Scotland this weekend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Celebrate your 'W's, a scrummaging education from Berch, and an Ulster transfer scoop
Murray Kinsella, Bernard Jackman and Gavan Casey look back on a relatively confusing day at Twickenham, as Ireland outscored 14-man England by four tries to zero; but almost made a bags of it; but won well in the end -- despite giving up six scrum penalties and playing a bit 'giddily'.Berch takes us into the scrum, where he and a number of front-row peers believe Ireland have been asking for a comeuppance, and Gavan wonders if England might be a little bit too proud of their performance, despite their man disadvantage.The lads also discuss Connacht's most recent signings and Berch breaks another potential move, with a highly touted Munster talent set to move north to Ulster.There's also U20s and URC chat after a mad weekend's worth of action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ireland bag a bonus-point win after coming through a scare at Twickers
Garry Doyle and Murray Kinsella discuss Ireland's 32-15 win over England in London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sexton's contract, England analysis, leading elbows, Super Rugby thrills
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella discuss Johnny Sexton's new deal and go in-depth on Eddie Jones' England ahead of the clash with Ireland. The lads also look at Duhan van der Merwe's ban and reflect on all the latest drama in Super Rugby Pacific. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Casey's pass, Connacht's D, Leinster's Mick, Ulster's 15, and Twickers
Gav, Berch, and Murray find their bearings in the new members Monday slot as they discuss wins for Munster, Leinster, and Ulster, as well as a battering for Connacht. The lads also look ahead to Ireland's visit to England in the Six Nations this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Law book chaos, Lowry's delight, France march on, how good are England?
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella break down Six Nations wins for Ireland, England, and France. They lads discuss the law that saw Italy reduced to 13 players and they pick out the good and bad bits from Ireland's performance. They discuss how England are shaping up for the clash with Andy Farrell's side and whether _les Bleus _can be stopped from winning the Grand Slam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lowe is back, Zebo keeps scoring, Irish clean sweep, and Super Rugby returns!
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella break down URC wins for Munster, Leinster, Connacht, and Ulster, as well as discussing the welcome return of Super Rugby in Australia and New Zealand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ireland's regrets, France's smarts, Joey's big start, and the Irish U20s on top
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella reflect on another absorbing weekend of Six Nations action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should Ireland have gone to the corner? Farrell's men come up short in Paris
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella react to Ireland's 30-24 defeat at Stade de France. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mack's the man, the Paris plan, England's pain, and U20 sync
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella dig into Ireland's bonus-point win over Wales, preview the trip to France, discuss England's defeat to Scotland, and welcome the positive performance by the Ireland U20s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dominant Ireland get Six Nations bid rolling with bonus-point win
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella reflect on Ireland's 29-7 win at the Aviva Stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7s stars, the shot clock, a non-red card, and all of the province's URC action
Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to discuss defeats for Leinster and Connacht, as well as bonus-point victories for Munster and Ulster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sexton's death stares, Healy = Larkham, Connacht draw Leinster, and Ulster's task
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella catch up after a busy weekend of European action, with an intriguing Round-of-16 to come in April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leinster's rout, Munster's late show, Ulster's youth, and Connacht's heartbreak
Ciarán Kennedy joins Murray Kinsella to break down a busy weekend for the Irish provinces in the Champions Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Munster stand up and fight as Ulster let a big chance slip
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella break down 14-man Munster's impressive comeback win against Ulster and look ahead to a big weekend of Champions Cup action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Carty's form: an Andy Farrell long game? Plus Hume v Ringrose, and Munster stink the gaff out
Due to podcaster welfare protocols, Gavan subs in for Murray to catch up with Eoin Toolan down in OZ, where our analyst watched a decidedly mixed bag of provincial performances in Europe over the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Munster's magic in Coventry, Hume stars for Ulster, Connacht and Leinster win
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella break down a clean sweep for the Irish provinces in the Champions Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dan Sheehan delight, Leinster let loose, Ulster's comedown
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella reflect on Leinster's win over Connacht and defeat for Ulster away to the Ospreys, as well as looking forward to a big weekend of European action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Classy, clinical Connacht and Ulster's upset of Leinster in Dublin
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella analyse a big win for Andy Friend's Connacht against the Ospreys, discuss Ulster's impressive victory at the RDS, and chat about the nightmare situation for Munster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
All hail Tadhg Furlong, Ireland's clean sweep, and Allez les Bleus!
Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella dig into Ireland's 53-7 win over Argentina and discuss the rest of the big games on a cracking weekend of international rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ireland complete an impressive clean sweep of their Autumn Nations Series
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella react to Ireland's dominant 53-7 victory over Argentina in Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How Ireland beat the All Blacks with Kurt McQuilkin and Eoin Toolan
The lads break down Ireland's 29-20 victory in Dublin, looking at their 'mesmerising' attack, aggressive defence, key moments, and influential players. Eoin and Murray Kinsella also reflect on wins the rest of the November Tests and look ahead to Ireland v Argentina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ireland have beaten the All Blacks again on a magic night in Dublin
Garry Doyle and Murray Kinsella reflect on a brilliant occasion and brilliant performance at the Aviva Stadium as Ireland beat New Zealand 29-20. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ireland's attack fires, Lowe's big influence, and what the Kiwis bring
Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to discuss how Ireland took Japan apart, their key performers, and what lies ahead against the All Blacks.The lads also discussed the rest of the autumn action on a busy weekend of Test rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ireland blow Japan away on Johnny's 100th cap
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella reflect on Ireland's impressive 60-5 win over Japan in Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sexton's 100th, Japan's attack, and the All Blacks' brilliance
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella look forward to a big month of rugby for Andy Farrell's Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Coaching in South Africa with Noel McNamara, Connacht's big win, Munster woe
Noel McNamara joins Eoin and Murray to discuss his new role with the Sharks, outlining the unique challenges of coaching in South Africa rugby. The lads also discuss all the latest action in the URC and the first Tests of the autumn window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.