Coming up, the first soundings from both the Ireland and New Zealand camps ahead of an Eden Park showdown this weekend,

Ireland under-20s survive a chaotic clash with Fiji at the Junior World Championships,

And more unity but still plenty of uncertainty on the future of Welsh Rugby...

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Coming up, well it's a final preview of the Nations Championship action this weekend,

We'll hear from the Ireland camp ahead of the Japan game, our OTB regulars will weigh in with their thoughts,

And we'll go around the houses of the other games tomorrow.

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They’re joined by Connor Phillips (Munster Academy, Ireland Sevens, and 2025 Love Island contestant) to break down what the villa is really like, why it isn’t as “fake” as people think, and how life changes when you walk out the door.

Connor also opens up on how he struggled to fit into rugby environments, his time in the Munster academy, the Irish Sevens cut – and who he’s backing to win Love Island (spoiler: it's not Fitzy & Lola)!

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Coming up, a much-changed Ireland team for their Nations Championship clash with Eddie Jones' Japan,

David Humphreys reveals that Ronan O'Gara is a candidate for Leinster's head coach search,

And how has Leinster's partnership with a Rugby League side benefitted their Academy players.

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Coming up, Ireland survive a scare as the Wallabies snatch defeat from the jaws of victory in Sydney.

Why Jamie Osborne at left wing didn't quite work out,

And how Damian Willemse put in a player-of-the-match performance against England - but didn't get the award!

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Coming up, your final preview for Ireland's Nations Championship test against Australia,

Why last year's Lions tour has Australian rugby in rude financial health,

And all you need to know ahead of a busy weekend of summer internationals.

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Coming up, the Ireland team is named for their Nations Championship clash with the Wallabies,

Munster and Connacht are handed tricky pools for next season's Investec Champions Cup,

And Fiona Hayes and Alison Miller pay tribute to the late great Philip Doyle.

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Coming up today, Ireland gear up for their Nations Championship opener against the Wallabies this weekend,

Some big changes to the Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup pool stages next season,

And tributes paid to former Ireland women's head coach Philip 'Goose' Doyle, following his sudden passing last week.

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Doyle, affectionately known as 'Goose', had two spells as head coach of the Ireland women’s team, initially from 2003 to 2006, before returning to the role in 2010.

It was in this second period in charge that Ireland enjoyed their greatest success, winning the Grand Slam in 2013, and sealing the title with a 6-3 win against Italy in Milan.

While they finished third in the 2014 championship, Doyle’s Ireland team achieved further history at that year’s World Cup by reaching the semi-finals.

The high point of that World Cup was a 17-14 win against the defending champions the Black Ferns, becoming the first ever Ireland international side to defeat New Zealand, with tries for Heather O’Brien and Alison Miller, and seven points from the boot of Niamh Briggs, sealing the famous win.

Doyle stepped down as head coach after that fourth-place World Cup finish, with Tom Tierney taking over as Ireland won another Six Nations title in 2015.

And here is Doyle speaking to our own Cameron Hill about his life in rugby back in April of this year. 

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It's a URC Grand Final special for you today - we'll hear from both the Leinster and Bulls camps,

Some Off The Ball regulars will offer their thoughts ahead of tonight's games,

And there's a couple of highlights from chats we had this week with bona fide Leinster royalty....

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Coming up, the Leinster and Bulls teams are out for the URC Grand Final,

Isa Nacewa admits he was "shocked" by James Lowe's decision to leave this summer,

A few big names out of the Ireland squad for their Nations Championship games this July,

And are we inching closer to tackles above the sternum being outlawed in elite rugby?

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Coming up, a big injury blow for Leinster just days out from the URC final.

The cause of Jack Crowley's recent injury struggles has finally been revealed - and it's not good news for Ireland,

Another van der Flier gets an international call-up for the July tests,

And Cam Roigard defends his action after being accused of feigning injury before setting up a try at the weekend.

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Coming up, James Tracy fumes over the decision by the IRFU to let go of James Lowe,

Caelan Doris a doubt for the URC Final against the Bulls next Friday,

And Aoife Wafer is crowned the Women's Six Nations Player of the Championship once again.

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Coming up, James Lowe laments no "fairytale ending" as he confirms his Leinster exit,

Munster have snapped up a former Ireland international as part of their coaching team for next season,

And after Antoine Dupont's successful sevens Sabbatical, another France superstar could switch codes ahead of the next Olympics...

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Coming up, another Croke Park date for Leinster in the URC final, but is there enough buy-in from fans?

Tributes paid to former IRFU chief executive Philip Browne, who has died at the age of 66.

And with his Leinster exit imminent, news on where James Lowe will end up next...

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Coming up, Andy Farrell signs a new deal with the IRFU to stay on as head coach through to 2031,

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen praises "genius" senior coach Jacques Nienaber,

And Maggie Alphonsi slams the RFU over a sexism row involving one of its council members.

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Coming up, Irish rugby mourns the passing of legendary back-rower Fergus Slattery at the age of 77,

John Dobson sends out a warning to critics of Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber,

And Munster's hopes of signing All Blacks prop Tyrel Lomax have been dealt a fatal blow.

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In a statement, Blackrock College RFC announced the news this morning, hailing their former flanker as a “Lion of Lions”.

Born in 1949, Slattery attended Blackrock College and won the 1966 Leinster Schools Senior Cup, before joining the club as a 17-year-old and excelling in senior rugby.

He went on to win 61 caps for Ireland, captaining the country and winning the Five Nations Championship in 1974 and Triple Crowns in 1982 and 1985 as part of a legendary back-row with Willie Duggan and John O’Driscoll.

He was also part of the 1979 series win in Australia.

Slattery is also a legendary Lion and was called up to the tours of New Zealand in 1971 and South Africa in 1974 where he played in the Test series win.

He was also a key part in the Barbarians’ most famous try against the All Blacks in 1973. In total, he played 18 times for the invitational club.

After retirement, Slattery remained heavily involved in rugby through his media work with the BBC and with Blackrock College where he was a keen proponent of the sport’s amateur values.

In recent years, his family disclosed that Slattery suffered from dementia, revealing the scale of his illness in an interview with The Sunday Times.

He is survived by his wife Margo, daughter Nikki, son Cameron and his grandchildren.

Here is former Ireland and Lion back row Slattery speaking to our own Nathan Murphy ahead of the Lions tour of 2017, and about his memories of being a Tourist back in the early 1970s.

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Coming up, Matt Williams responds to Jacques Nienaber's fiery press conference ahead of the URC semi-finals,

A major England international is leaving Harlequins, with a move to the controversial R360 a live possibility,

And could Racing 92 be hit with a points deduction ahead of next season's Top 14?

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Coming up today, Leo Cullen and Jacques Nienaber bite back at media criticism following Leinster's URC playoff win over the Lions,

Munster head coach Clayton McMillan assesses a first season at the helm,

And Connacht sign off for the summer with a narrow defeat away to Glasgow Warriors. 

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Coming up, the team news, and all you need to know ahead of the URC playoffs this weekend.

Breakfast reacts to Sam Prendergast getting the start at 10 for Leinster, with Ciaran Frawley not in the matchday 23.

And could Jordie Barrett return for a second stint at Leinster in the near future?

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Coming up, Brian O'Driscoll on why Ciaran Frawley might be Leinster's go-to for the final URC playoff push,

Munster on the hunt for a new forwards coach next season,

And Croke Park could host this season's URC final for the second year in a row.

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Coming up, could Leinster call upon an old foe to finally get them over their Champions Cup hoodoo?

The All Blacks will be without a key player for their July test with Ireland,

And the head coach has been named for the first-ever British and Irish Lions Women's Tour next Autumn.

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Coming up, Andy Dunne on the cultural issue that keeps costing Leinster in European finals,

Munster suffer a major injury blow ahead of their URC playoff quarter-final,

And Ciaran Frawley on his decision to leave the province for Connacht this summer.

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Leinster suffer a thumping defeat in Bilbao by Bordeaux-Begles.

Ulster hammered by Montpellier.

Cheslin Kolbe returns to SA to play for the Stormers.

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Coming up, we kick off the final run-in to Leinster's Champions Cup clash with Bordeaux.

Why Irish coaches are a la mode in French rugby right now,

And a pretty distressing court case involving a former Wallabies centre in Australia,

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Coming up, how a blitz defence actually works, and will it be Leinster's undoing in Bilbao,

The brain injury lawsuit being taken by former rugby players is on the brink of collapse,

And tributes are being paid to Scotland great Scott Hastings, who has died at the age of 61.

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Coming up, Ulster could receive a major injury boost ahead of the Challenge Cup final this weekend,

Fiona Hayes on the breakthrough star for Ireland in the Women's Six Nations,

And with another league adopting the Top-14 approach, could bonus points be changed in the URC soon?

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And boy did the girls in green give the spectators a show racking up 54 points against the visiting Scottish side and kickstarting a new era in Irish Women's Rugby.

OTB's Susanna Mollen chats to recently retired Irish international, Eimear Corri-Fallon, on the spectacle in the Aviva, Ireland's campaign as a whole, and what's next for this team and their Green Wave.

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Coming up, the team news for Ireland's massive Six Nations final-round game against Scotland at the Aviva Stadium.

The permutations for the Irish provinces in the final round of the URC regular season,

And a South Africa prop has been banned for 18 months for doping offences.

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Coming up, Sam Monaghan's new perspective on playing for Ireland after years of struggling with injury,

Why Munster need some honest self-reflection amid an independent review,

And could Cardiff be the great disruptor for the Irish provinces in their URC playoff push.

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The Minister also answers questions that were sent in by listeners over the past few days in relation to specific cases and queries.

Coming up, Fiona Hayes on whether it's a good idea to have an Irish club side playing in England ,

Dave Rennie drafts in a New Zealand legend as part of his backroom team before the 2027 World Cup,

And an ex-Georgia captain is banned from rugby for more than a decade, for cheating on doping protocols.

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 Coming up, ahead of a huge game at the Aviva Stadium, the Ireland women's are hoping to become a regular fixture at Lansdowne Road.

 The one area that speaks to Munster's general lack of intensity ahead of a crucial weekend in the URC.

 The province confirm that they will commission an Independent Governance and Organisational Review,

And could Ross Byrne be heading back to the URC after a difficult season at Gloucester?

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Coming up today, Ireland head coach Scott Bemand has no regrets over their big talk ahead of the Six Nations,

The team news ahead of a huge weekend in the URC,

And could Irish teams be joining Premiership Women's Rugby in the coming years?

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Coming up today, Ireland name their team for Saturday's Six Nations clash with Wales in Belfast,

James Tracy makes a surprising admission about Leinster's 2018 Champions Cup triumph,

And a new ball size in women's rugby is dividing opinion among players.

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Meanwhile, Connacht host a weakened Munster in the URC this weekend, with the race to eight heating up in the final two weeks of the regular season!

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Coming up, a new contract for Ireland star Hugo Keenan,

Brian O'Driscoll explains how the TMO actually works for big games,

And another Wales legend calls time on his playing career...

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Coming up today, Leo Cullen takes aim at the haters after Leinster booked their spot in the Investec Champions Cup final.

French TV takes aim at Bath criticism of their broadcast of their semi-final defeat to Bordeaux,

And the RFU set their aims for the next 18 months, after giving their backing to England head coach Steve Borthwick.

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Listen to live League of Ireland commentary this Friday night as Bohemians do battle with Derry City at Dalymount Park.

Phil Egan will be joined in the gantry by Keith Treacy, and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from 7 o'clock.

Andy Dunne will be alongside Cuán Ó'Flatharta at the Aviva Stadium for live commentary of Leinster versus Toulon on Saturday May 2nd at 3 o’clock.

You will be able to hear live commentary of that game on Off The Ball Saturday from 1pm on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.

Manchester United take on Liverpool in the Premier League on Off The Ball Sunday - former United star Darron Gibson will be alongside Stephen Doyle at Old Trafford for that one.

That kicks off at half-past-three and you can follow all the action on Off The Ball Sunday from 1 o’clock on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.

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OTB's Susanna Mollen and Rachel Sheehan joined in at the second, Dublin-based combine in DCU where they chatted to a number of IRFU staff about the goals of the combines and potential backlash from other sporting organisations.

Back in studio with Eoin, Susanna reports back on what news came out of the St. Pats campus. Want to watch the full piece? Check it out here: https://youtu.be/x18EaBVbGCU

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Listen to live League of Ireland commentary this Friday night as Bohemians do battle with Derry City at Dalymount Park.

Phil Egan will be joined in the gantry by Keith Treacy, and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from 7 o'clock.

Andy Dunne will be alongside Cuán Ó'Flatharta at the Aviva Stadium for live commentary of Leinster versus Toulon on Saturday May 2nd at 3 o’clock.

You will be able to hear live commentary of that game on Off The Ball Saturday from 1pm on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.

Manchester United take on Liverpool in the Premier League on Off The Ball Sunday - former United star Darron Gibson will be alongside Stephen Doyle at Old Trafford for that one.

That kicks off at half-past-three and you can follow all the action on Off The Ball Sunday from 1 o’clock on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.

Brian O'Driscoll explains why he is perhaps a little apprehensive for his old side.

Munster tie down a long-term servant.

And a Welsh legend retires.

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Listen to live League of Ireland commentary this Friday night as Bohemians do battle with Derry City at Dalymount Park.

Phil Egan will be joined in the gantry by Keith Treacy, and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from 7 o'clock.

Andy Dunne will be alongside Cuán Ó'Flatharta at the Aviva Stadium for live commentary of Leinster versus Toulon on Saturday May 2nd at 3 o’clock.

You will be able to hear live commentary of that game on Off The Ball Saturday from 1pm on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.

Manchester United take on Liverpool in the Premier League on Off The Ball Sunday - former United star Darron Gibson will be alongside Stephen Doyle at Old Trafford for that one.

That kicks off at half-past-three and you can follow all the action on Off The Ball Sunday from 1 o’clock on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.

Coming up, Leinster hope to put 2015 ghosts to bed against Toulon this weekend,

The Drogheda man plying his trade with Montpellier,

And Rocky Elsom breaks his silence, with an international warrant for his arrest still outstanding.

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Coming up, has Leinster's loss to Benetton exposed a fatal flaw in their defensive system?

Alison Miller on how Ireland can build towards a full 80-minute performance,

And French rugby claims the 20-minute red-card poses a "major danger to rugby"...

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Coming up short against the French.

Fine margins of making it as a professional.

Quinny on the AIL.

Leinster injury update.

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 Coming up, Dara has all the post-match reaction from the Irish camp.

 Head coach Scott Bemand explains why last night's loss to France is not a setback for this group.

Captain Erin King expresses her pride in her side's performance.

And, outside centre Aoife Dalton laments the missed chances in the first-half.

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The Saturday Panel on Off The Ball, with Energia, Experience the best of men’s and women’s club rugby at the Energia AIL Finals. #Thinkofthepossibilities.

 Coming up, we'll hear from the Ireland camp ahead of their French test in the Women's Six Nations,

 Could the Irish provinces face South African side Cheetahs once again, this time in the URC?

And all you need to know ahead of a busy weekend of rugby action.

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 Coming up, Ireland set out their stall ahead of Saturday's massive Six Nations trip to France,

 Could the Lions be heading to France, Japan, or the Americas for a tour in the not-too-distant future?

And we hear from the men's captains ahead of Finals Day in the Energia All-Ireland League.

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 Coming up, Ulster have a hugely depleted squad ahead of their URC interpro trip to Munster this weekend,

 Should Ireland rein in their talk of a revenge mission against France on Saturday?

And we check in with the captains ahead of the women's final in the Energia All-Ireland League on Sunday.

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 Coming up, history and revenge are both on the brain as Ireland prepare for a Six Nations trip to France,

 More resignations at Munster following the appointment of Roger Randle,

 And why the collapse of Moana Pasifika could be disastrous for Samoa and Tonga.

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9 tries from the girls in green in front of a record Women's Six Nations crowd in Ireland had the Dexcom Stadium bouncing as the Irish side hope to take that momentum into their all-important clash against France next weekend.

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Coming up, Clayton McMillan defends the appointment of new Munster attack coach Roger Randle,

Is too much change a bad thing for the Leinster team? Brian O'Driscoll gives his thoughts,

And Ireland head coach Scott Bemand on his expectations for one of his biggest stars in this weekend's Women's Six Nations visit of Italy.

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Coming up, the fallout from Munster's appointment of Roger Randle as their attack coach,

Ireland name their team for a Women's Six Nations clash with Italy in Galway,

And after 21 near-misses, an England prospect gets his cap, nearly 40 years on.

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.

Coming up today, Munster may have found their replacement for Mike Prendergast, but another coach may leave this summer,

The noticeable changes from Leinster as they look towards securing silverware at the end of the season,

And Moana Pasifika have confirmed they will disband following the current Super Rugby campaign.

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Coming up today, how Hugo Keenan's sensational return from injury is driving Leinster's impressive start to the "business end" of the season,

Ireland gear up for the visit of Italy in the Women's Six Nations,

And Welsh Rugby Union set out their stall at a tense EGM in Cardiff...

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Leo Cullen speaks to Cameron Hill about the tough test that Sale gave Leinster.

Dan Sheehan on the impact of the big man, Scott Penny.

Brent Pope on Hugo Keenan returning to his best.

Erin King on the disappointment mixed with pride, playing against England.

Scott Bemand on closing the gap against the very best.

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Coming up today, a final look ahead to Ireland's massive Six Nations opener against England,

And all you need to know ahead of the Irish provinces going in European action this weekend.

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From injuries to players to keep an eye on, Bemand gives us the lowdown behind his first team selection of the 2026 Women's Six Nations Championship.

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Coming up today, the Ireland team is named for their Women's Six Nations curtain raiser away to England,

Gerry Thornley on the steady decline of Munster,

and Italy add a bonafide legend to their coaching ticket with 17 months to go before the World Cup.

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He recalls the very early days of women's rugby in Ireland, the infamous overnight train to Pau mere hours before a 2012 game against France, and why he feels the Ireland backs need to far more effective in this year's competition.

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Coming up later, Andy Dunne's suggestion for the type of figure that could save Munster,

A highly sought-after Irish-qualified prop slips the Ulster net,

And Linda Djougang reveals how the Ireland players have been preparing for a massive Six Nations campaign.

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Coming up, Brent Pope on why he feels "arrogance" led to Leinster giving Edinburgh three intercept tries in their Champions Cup quarter-final,

A first-half demolition job by Exeter Chiefs sees Munster crash out of the Challenge Cup,

And one England legend comes out of international retirement, while a Wallabies great calls time on his career.

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Coming up, Irish rugby mourns the passing of legendary back-rower Fergus Slattery at the age of 77,

John Dobson sends out a warning to critics of Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber,

And Munster's hopes of signing All Blacks prop Tyrel Lomax have been dealt a fatal blow.

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Coming up, the details for the Irish province in European action,

The world class kicking coach who helped the greats of the game refine their kicking style,

And a rugby league convert set to make his long-awaited - and divisive - debut in Super Rugby this weekend.

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The League of Ireland is back this week and you can listen to live commentary of Drogheda United’s meeting with Bohemians this Friday from 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.

Jonathan Higgins will be joined in the gantry by former League of Ireland Premier Division title-winner Vinny Perth.

The Champions Cup is back with a bang this week, and we will be at the Aviva Stadium with live commentary this Easter Sunday for Leinster’s clash with Edinburgh in the last-16.

Kick off is at half-past-5, whilst John Duggan will be in the hot-seat from 1 o’clock on Off The Ball Sunday on Newstalk and the GoLoud App. 

Coming up, we'll hear more from the Leinster camp ahead of another Champions Cup knockout berth getting underway this weekend,

Hugo Keenan's intense FOMO during the Six Nations,

And Brittany Hogan on why she chose to speak up about her childhood sexual abuse.

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The League of Ireland is back this week and you can listen to live commentary of Drogheda United’s meeting with Bohemians this Friday from 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.

Jonathan Higgins will be joined in the gantry by former League of Ireland Premier Division title-winner Vinny Perth.

The Champions Cup is back with a bang this week, and we will be at the Aviva Stadium with live commentary this Easter Sunday for Leinster’s clash with Edinburgh in the last-16.

Kick off is at half-past-5, whilst John Duggan will be in the hot-seat from 1 o’clock on Off The Ball Sunday on Newstalk and the GoLoud App. 

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The League of Ireland is back this week and you can listen to live commentary of Drogheda United’s meeting with Bohemians this Friday from 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.

Jonathan Higgins will be joined in the gantry by former League of Ireland Premier Division title-winner Vinny Perth.

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The Champions Cup is back with a bang this week, and we will be at the Aviva Stadium with live commentary this Easter Sunday for Leinster’s clash with Edinburgh in the last-16.

Kick off is at half-past-5, whilst John Duggan will be in the hot-seat from 1 o’clock on Off The Ball Sunday on Newstalk and the GoLoud App. 

Coming up today we’ve got news from the Leinster camp as they prepare for their Round of 16 clash with Edinburgh in the Champions Cup on Easter Sunday.

The Irish women’s team have gathered for their first day of camp in the High Performance Centre.

And Irish teams might be set to join the English women’s league, the PWR, as they announce plans to expand.

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The League of Ireland is back this week and you can listen to live commentary of Drogheda United’s meeting with Bohemians this Friday from 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.

Jonathan Higgins will be joined in the gantry by former League of Ireland Premier Division title-winner Vinny Perth.

The Champions Cup is back with a bang this week, and we will be at the Aviva Stadium with live commentary this Easter Sunday for Leinster’s clash with Edinburgh in the last-16.

Kick off is at half-past-5, whilst John Duggan will be in the hot-seat from 1 o’clock on Off The Ball Sunday on Newstalk and the GoLoud App. 

Quinlan on Connacht upturn.

Parling apology.

South Africa nab another member of the England coaching staff.

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Coming up today, possible redundancies and a major slump in form both hang over Munster midway through their stint in South Africa in the URC,

The title sponsorship deal for the upcoming Nations Championship is now in serious jeopardy.

And Tana Umaga reveals the crucial advice he received early in his coaching career.

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Listen to live coverage of the Republic of Ireland’s crucial Word Cup Qualifier Play-off with Stephen Doyle and Stuey Byrne from this Thursday at 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.

Eoin Sheahan will be broadcasting live from the stadium ahead of kick-off at 7-45pm, where he will be joined by a range of special guests.

Coming up, Jack Carty reveals why he's decided to call time on his career at the end of the season,

Mack Hansen hits out at the "explosion of negativity" towards Ireland during the Six Nations,

Has Rieko Ioane failed to deliver since he arrived at Leinster?

And the interesting idea being trialled this weekend in the English Prem...

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Listen to live coverage of the Republic of Ireland’s crucial Word Cup Qualifier Play-off with Stephen Doyle and Stuey Byrne from this Thursday at 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.

Eoin Sheahan will be broadcasting live from the stadium ahead of kick-off at 7-45pm, where he will be joined by a range of special guests.

Coming up, how Munster are regrouping following their Durban demolition,

St Mary's claim their first Senior Cup since 2002,

And a doping scandal that has dealt a "serious blow" to the reputation of Georgia Rugby.

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Listen to live coverage of the Republic of Ireland’s crucial World Cup Qualifier Play-off with Stephen Doyle and Stuey Byrne from this Thursday at 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.

Eoin Sheahan will be broadcasting live from the stadium ahead of kick-off at 7-45pm, where he will be joined by a range of special guests.

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Porter and Baird back in injury boost.

Munster's awful showing against the Sharks.

Dan Sheehan on bouncing back amidst outside noise.

Ben Healy on the move.

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Hugo Keenan returns for Leinster.

Alex Usanov makes his first start.

Connacht and Ulster set to clash in Belfast.

Munster sign up an academy player.

England name their W6Nations squad.

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Coming up, the Ireland squad is named for the upcoming Women's Six Nations campaign.

Why it's so much better for the Ireland squad to be represented by the four provinces, and not just dominated by Leinster,

And how Portugal came from a "black hole" to a first trophy in more than 20 years.

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Coming up today, new central contracts for four Ireland players - but the future of one key internationals remains up in the air.

Gerry Thornley on Ireland's attacking evolution during the Six Nations,

Should England break the Cheika emergency glass and bring in a new head coach 18 months out from the World Cup?

And Scott Bemand's Ireland future decided ahead of the Women's Six Nations.

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Coming up, the full reaction to Ireland's massive Six Nations win over Scotland at the weekend.

Is Steve Borthwick safe after a defiant display against France, or could the RFU call in emergency cover as England head coach,

Matt Williams on the one glaring issue in rugby after the Six Nations,

And a pair of ex-Munster coaches create history in the Rugby Europe Championship.

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It's a bumper review of the final round of the Six Nations reaction.

We'll hear from the Ireland camp, including head coach Andy Farrell & doube-try scorer Tommy O'Brien, England head coach Steve Borthwick & a disappointed Gregor Townsend...

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It's a bumper preview for the final round of the Six Nations tomorrow.

We'll hear from the Ireland camp, as well as a number of OTB regulars, as Andy Farrell's side can snatch the title from the jaws of... well, not winning the title.

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Coming up, Ireland set to bring back the big guns for the Six Nations showdown with Scotland,

Why Brian O'Driscoll feels the Wales game was an opportunity missed for Jacob Stockdale,

And why France-England may be tough on the eyes...

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Coming up, Darcy Graham's strong comments prompt the age-old question: are Scotland arrogant?

Steve Borthwick's surprise England team for a massive game against France,

And what has changed in Ireland's attacking approach this Championship? I smell a James Tracy tactics deep-dive.

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Coming up, squad updates from the Ireland and Scotland camps ahead of their Triple Crown showdown in Dublin.

The pressure mounts on England head coach Steve Borthwick, despite reassurances from the RFU around his future.

And another Australian star defects to union, and it's not gone down at all well among the rugby league community.

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Ireland ramp up preparations for a huge Six Nations clash with Scotland in Dublin, as the Championship and the Triple Crown are on the line.

France's Oscar Jegou is cited for an alleged eye gouge.

England to back Steve Borthwick.

And Ulster tie up the future of a key player.

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Coming up, all you need to know ahead of Ireland's Six Nations clash with Wales tonight.

Brian O'Driscoll presents: Ireland, or how I learned to stop worrying and love Transition.

And a war of words between France and Scotland over the state of the Murrayfield changing room.

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Coming up, the Ireland team is named for tomorrow's game against Wales - and head coach Andy Farrell addresses rumours linking him to a role with Saracens.

Gerry Thornley muses on the idea of Stuart McCloskey slotting into an Ireland back row, if required,

And Mike Phillips reveals that he'd love to help Welsh rugby out of its current mess - but the WRU haven't contacted him in almost a decade.

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Coming up today, the expected Ireland team to face Wales this Friday - yes, yes, you probably have the full team by the time you're listening to this.

England head coach Steve Borthwick has indeed wielded the axe for his team to take on Italy.

And White smoke at the All Blacks, with Dave Rennie confirmed as their new head coach.

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Coming up, the word from Ireland camp ahead of their Six Nation clash with Wales this Friday,

Mike Sherry and James Tracy on the questions over front row selection for this weekend's game.

And Anthony Watson admits he gamed the H-I-A system - but what's the latest attempt by World Rugby to curb concussion rates in the sport?

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Ireland ramp up preparations for a huge Six Nations clash with Wales in Dublin, with Bundee Aki, Robbie Henshaw, and Jimmy O’Brien called into the squad while Harry Byrne misses out through concussion.

Wales suffer further injury setbacks, with fly-half Sam Costelow ruled out and uncapped forward Ryan Woodman drafted in as they chase a first Six Nations win in 15 games.

Alan Quinlan shares his insight on Off The Ball Breakfast, discussing Ireland’s possible team selection and key decisions ahead of Friday night’s Aviva Stadium showdown.

Scotland boosted by the potential early return of Jack Dempsey ahead of their crucial top-of-the-table clash with France at Murrayfield.

England sweat over Ollie Lawrence’s fitness for their trip to Rome, with Tommy Freeman and Henry Slade among the options to fill the midfield gap.

The Six Nations trophy is retired from ceremonial use after fire damage during transit, with a replacement commissioned and an identical stand-in to be used for the remainder of the championship.

Former England captain Lewis Moody opens up on his Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis in a powerful new documentary, raising fresh questions about player welfare and rugby’s long-term risks.

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Coming up, Saracens shut down reports that Andy Farrell is being lined up as their new director of rugby.

The URC team news ahead of this weekend's action,

And a huge reform coming to English club rugby from next season.

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Coming up, a major injury blow for Ireland ahead of the final two games of their Six Nations campaign.

Could head coach Andy Farrell leave for Saracens after the 2027 Rugby World Cup?

And the case for Irish players take short-term sabbaticals like their colleagues in the Southern Hemisphere.

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This week our live commentary game comes from Dalymount Park as Bohemians begin their last season in their home ground by taking on old rivals Shamrock Rovers.

Kick off is at 8 o’clock on Friday and Jonathan Higgins will be joined by Vinny Perth in the commentary booth for that one, with build-up starting on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from 7pm.

Coming up, Brian O'Driscoll on why Rob Baloucoune offers far more than pure pace to Ireland.

Terenure have confirmed that Carlos Spencer is departing after just six months as their head coach,

And an Ireland game in the upcoming Women's Six Nations is set to break the tournament's attendance record.

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Coming up today, the Irish provinces welcome back a number of players ahead of the return of the URC, in this: the Six Nations fallow week.

The stats behind Jamison Gibson-Park's massive impact against England,

And Eddie Jones claims Steve Borthwick's overconfidence is to blame for England's back-to-back defeats to Scotland and Ireland.

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Ireland regroup in Dublin ahead of their Round 4 clash with Wales national rugby union team, as preparations ramp up for a Friday-night showdown at Aviva Stadium.

Squad fitness update: James Lowe faces monitoring over a groin issue, while Jack Conan returns to training after illness ruled him out of the historic win over England national rugby union team.

Provincial reshuffle sees several Ireland players released back to their URC sides, with both senior and U-20 squads set for an open training session in Dublin.

Reaction from Twickenham as Alan Quinlan and Matt Williams dissect Ireland’s record victory over England on Off The Ball Breakfast.

Williams questions England’s selection calls and mentality, while also raising concerns about Ireland’s squad age profile and long-term pathways.

Full analysis available now across the OTB Rugby Podcast feed, plus details on how fans can access exclusive Six Nations coverage via the GoLoud app.

France power past Italy in Lille to stay on course for a Grand Slam, with standout performances from Louis Bielle-Biarrey and Thomas Ramos under France national rugby union team boss Fabien Galthié.

Italy show flashes of promise, including a try from Ange Capuozzo, but fall short as Italy national rugby union team struggle to contain Les Bleus.

Injury concern for Capuozzo after a shoulder knock in Lille, with head coach Gonzalo Quesada admitting the Toulouse star could miss the remainder of the championship.

Title permutations explained: France eye silverware in Edinburgh, while Italy turn their focus to a crucial clash with England as the Six Nations drama continues.

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In tonight's pod, all the Irish reaction from Twickenham.

Andy Farrell & Caelan Doris sum up a historic day for Irish rugby in London.

Match heroes Stuart McCloskey & Tommy O'Brien give their immediate post-match thoughts.

And England head coach, Steve Borthwick, faces the heat post-match.

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Coming up today, all you need to know ahead of Ireland's trip to Twickenham tomorrow,

Fiona Hayes explains the physics behind Air Tadhg against the Italian scrum last weekend,

And Munster win the race to sign a highly sought-after Springboks ahead of next season.

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Coming up today, the Ireland team is named to face England, with Sam Prendergast axed from the matchday squad,

How the England out-half dynamic may work on Saturday, according to Stuart Barnes,

And a new development in the Dupont-salary cap scandal, with Toulouse clapping back at L'Équipe.

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Coming up today, Sexton runs the rule over Jack Crowley's impact off the bench against Italy,

Will Greenwood on what went wrong for England at Murrayfield,

And the search for the next head coach of the All Blacks is now a two-horse race. 

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 Coming up today, we'll hear from the Ireland camp over in England ahead of this weekend's huge test at Twickenham.

 Andy Dunne on the technical areas where Sam Prendergast can improve, and why radio silence would be hugely detrimental to his confidence.

 And the England team is out - while a big young prospect handed a first start.

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The Ireland out-half debate intensifies ahead of the Six Nations clash with England national rugby union team at Twickenham, as Andy Farrell defends Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley from online criticism.

Reaction to Ireland’s mixed start to the Championship, including defeat to France and an unconvincing win over Italy

Former Ireland international Alan Quinlan and ex-Scotland national rugby union team head coach Matt Williams weigh in on who should wear the number 10 jersey.

The Irish Rugby Football Union launches an investigation into racist abuse directed at Munster lock Edwin Edogbo following his debut.

Support pours in for Edogbo after his first cap at the Aviva Stadium, with his club Cobh Pirates RFC telling his journey from Cork to the international stage.

Analysis of Craig Casey’s controversial sin-bin as Ireland edged past Italy in Dublin.

All the latest on Ireland’s Six Nations campaign and what’s at stake in round three.

France keep their Grand Slam hopes alive with an eight-try demolition of Wales national rugby union team at the Principality Stadium.

Pressure mounts on Welsh head coach Steve Tandy as Wales’ losing streak deepens despite signs of improvement.

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There's head coach Andy Farrell, Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey, and teammate Cormac Izuchukwu on his Six Nations debut.

Plus former Ireland international Aidan McCullen is in studio with Fiona Hayes and John Duggan on Off The Ball Saturday's rugby panel, and he has some strong thoughts on Ireland's outhalf situation...

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She spoke with Club President Nichola Power, Edwin's u13 coach Kevin O Keeffe, and Club PRO Richie McGrath. 

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Coming up today, Ireland captain Caelan Doris on the difficult week that was following last Thursday's defeat to France,

Andy Farrell reveals that a couple of Ireland legends came into camp this week ahead of the visit of Italy to Dublin.

New contracts for key Connacht players ahead of next season,

And you don't want to miss Brian O'Driscoll's brilliant assessment of where Irish rugby is at right now.

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 Coming up, Ireland ring the changes with a number of big names dropped for Saturday's game against Italy.

 Mirco Bergamasco gives the Azzurri perspective on the weekend's action in Dublin,

 And Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend under massive scrutiny ahead of their clash with England at Murrayfield.

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Coming up, a strong rebuttal to the notion that Ireland are on the decline.

Tom English on how Ireland can return to the top table of international football - if at all.

And Toulouse could face another points deduction, over alleged payments to Antoine Dupont.

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 Coming up today, how Ireland can address their lack of fight and intent for this weekend's Six Nations clash with Italy,

 England name their team to face Scotland, while Wales are forced into a surprise call-up after a freak injury in training,

 And another rugby-league convert could return to the Wallabies ahead of their home World Cup.

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There’s some chat around The Winter Olympics after Colm indulged in some ‘Normal Hill’, Ger spent some time watching ‘Big Air’ & Arthur spent his evening watching Figure Skating!

The bulk of the conversation is around Irish rugby - and what is the root cause of the recent downturn in form… maybe it’s all just one  big overreaction?

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A bruising few days for Irish rugby unpacked, following heavy defeats for the senior side, Ireland XV, and the Under-20s against France and England.

Alan Quinlan weighs in on the “doom and gloom” narrative and explains why it’s not all bad news for Irish rugby right now.

The Sunday Paper Review panel dissects Ireland’s loss in Paris and debates where the national team goes next in the Six Nations.

Discussion on whether Jacques Nienaber’s defensive influence at Leinster could be impacting the Irish setup at international level.

Major injury updates from England, with Immanuel Feyi-Waboso ruled out and Steve Borthwick juggling options ahead of Scotland.

France hit by a significant injury blow of their own as rising star Kalvin Gourgues is forced out of the squad.

A wrap of the Rugby Europe Championship, featuring Germany’s shock win over Romania and strong starts for Spain, Portugal, and Georgia.

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Listen back to reaction from Andy Farrell, Caelan Doris, Jacob Stockdale and Andrew Dunne.

Susanna Mollen brings you it all from Paris.

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England's Mike Tindall kicked off proceedings, before the Irish pair of Eve Higgins and Anna McGann looked back on their World Cup and TikTok fame. 

Finally, Brian, Eoin and Mike were joined by Andrew Trimble, Andy Dunne and Alan Quinlan for a bumper Six Nations preview chat, which might not go down too well with Irish Rugby supporters!

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Also on the agenda is Ireland XV as head coach Cullie Tucker names his squad for Friday night's clash with England A, Bundee Aki could well be back in Ireland camp this tournament, and Ulster have another new signing.

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In today's pod, Andy Farrell and Fabien Galthié name their match-day squads for that opening fixture. There's news from the Ireland XV camp who have gathered in Limerick. And World Rugby announce the 2027 World Cup fixtures, and it's not all smooth sailing for Ireland's pool campaign.

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She brings you the first Rugby Daily of the week this bank holiday Monday, with updates from Ireland's last training session in Portugal and Steve Borthwick's side for their Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday.

Remember, you can subscribe to this podcast wherever you get your fix so you don’t miss an episode this week, as we bring you the latest updates from Paris.

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Coming up, the Irish provinces name their teams, while Munster are in action tonight, in the last URC games before the Six Nations,

Does Irish rugby have a discipline problem? We ask ex-Munster hooker Mike Sherry,

And what to watch this rugby weekend.

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Coming up, the latest from the Ireland camp in Portugal, with another key player now an injury doubt ahead of next week's Six Nations opener against France,

Where the Ireland coaches stand on a return for Bundee Aki,

And the son of an Ireland great makes his senior debut for Munster this weekend.

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 Coming up, an injury blow and a sensational withdrawal has rocked the Ireland camp a week out from the Six Nations,

 France prop Uini Atonio forced to retire with immediate effect after a health scare,

 And Prem rugby are cooking up plans to reinvent the Champions Cup as a more “premium” competition...

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 Coming up, Leinster are not blaming Jack Boyle's injury on the pitch at Connacht's Dexcom Stadium,

 Why Harry Byrne might be best equipped to start at out-half against France,

 Connacht confirmed another Leinster star is heading to Galway this summer,

 And Ireland are not the only Six Nations side with a crisis in the front row...

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Coming up today, it is a Six Nations special as our own Susanna Mollen caught up with the tournament's biggest stars at the launch in Edinburgh.

Andy Farrell, Caelan Doris, Sione Tuipulotu, Gregor Townsend, Dewi Lake and Antoine Dupont all feature.

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Coming up today, the teams are named for tomorrow's historic interpro between Connacht and Leinster in Galway

Munster are in action tonight in the URC, hoping to bounce back from Champions Cup disappointment.

England name their squad for the Six Nations,

And a Wales legend hangs up his boots...

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In a wake of a wave of 'sackings' in the football and, unusually, the rugby world, we're looking at whether the Irish public think managers deserve more patience. Is rugby becoming too much like the Premier League..? Or maybe we should just all "follow the GAA!"

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 Coming up today, the Ireland squad has been named for the Six Nations Championship amid an injury crisis at front-row.

 The excitement builds around Connacht ahead of the opening of the new Clan Stand this Saturday.

 And the venues are confirmed for the three test in the first British and Irish Lions women's tour of New Zealand - one iconic stadium has missed out.

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 Coming up today, Munster's supply line is questioned.

Will Ulster have more representation in tomorrow's Ireland squad?

France have some major doubts over some huge stars ahead of naming their Six Nations squad tomorrow.

Wales suffer more uncertainty but name their squad for the upcoming tournament.

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He joins Ger & Colm on the line to tell us all about his work!

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Gary joined the lads in association with the Benecol Habit Stacking event where people will hear about how tiny daily habits can lead to extraordinary long-term results.

 Coming up today, Munster's discipline costs them dearly.

 Alan Quinlan on blooding fresh new talent.

 And a Jacques Nienaber on the battle between Sam Prendergast and Harry Byrne.

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She is up in Belfast to witness Ulster top their pool in the Challenge Cup, with reactions from head coach Richie Murphy ahead of Andy Farrell's Ireland squad announcement on Wednesday for the upcoming Men's Six Nations.

Elsewhere, it's less happy scenes in Limerick as Dara Smith-Naughton chats to Munster's Clayton McMillan and Tadgh Beirne after the province are knocked out of the Champions Cup with their loss to Castres.

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 Coming up today, the fallout from the massive news overnight that Scott Robertson has left his role of head coach with the All Blacks.

 The possible candidates to take the mantle - Matt Williams has a particularly interesting shout.

 Erin King has been appointed Ireland captain for the upcoming Six Nations.

 While in the men's Six Nations, Ireland are not alone in having a possible front-row injury crisis - England will be without a key scrummager for the entire tournament.

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 Coming up today, your permutations hit ahead of this weekend's final round of pool games in the Investec Champions Cup.

 Mike Sherry on the front-row injury crisis for Andy Farrell ahead of the Six Nations,

 And a whole heap of transfers and rumours - including Ardie Savea to Leinster - as the clubs bid to get their business done for next season.

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With the Ireland Women's team back in HQ for their first training camp ahead of the 2026 Women's Six Nations, we got to sit down to chat to Ireland stars Dorothy Wall, Beibhinn Parsons, and Eve Higgins.

From the upcycled bags, getting over the World Cup, and building into the Six Nations, this OTB Exclusive is not to be missed!

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 Coming up today, Munster issue a squad update, and lose a key international ahead of next season.

 Why Andy Dunne would love to face Leinster's defensive system under Jacques Nienaber,

 And a showdown between the Lions and France is all but confirmed...

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 Coming up, Joe McCarthy on the nerves of steel shown by Harry Byrne.

Tyler Bleyendaal on the competitiveness of European club rugby.

 And Scott Bemand receives an injury boost ahead of the 6 Nations which starts in April.

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Coming up, the team news from the Irish provinces for this weekend's European action.

Could a number of Ulster centres force their way into the Ireland squad for the Six Nations?

And I'll set your rugby calendar for the coming weekend...

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 Coming up, Brian O'Driscoll gives his thoughts on a possible sensational return of Joey Carbery to Leinster,

 James Coughlan on Ronan O'Gara's unfinished business with La Rochelle,

 And more unrest in Welsh rugby, with another international set to move to an English club in the summer.

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Coming up today, are Munster matching their expectations for the season, or falling below them?

Should Ronan O'Gara be brought back into Irish rugby ASAP?

And Scotland continue to bolster their backroom ahead of the Women's Six Nations.

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Coming up today, Leinster welcome back Robbie Henshaw, but doubts remain over Harry Byrne and RG Snyman.

Munster suffer another defeat as tensions begin to grow.

And Ronan O'Gara gets a thumping win over Toulon.

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Looking forward to another exciting year of sport, Mick, Eoin, Ben, and Susanna have written their 2026 Christmas Sporting Wishlists. Some are realistic, some not so much... But they can dream all the same!

From Ireland qualifying for the World Cup to Evan Ferguson finding his 'forever home', they outline the biggest achievements they would like to see for Irish athletes on the world stage in 2026.

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Coming up, a final check-in before Leinster and Ulster do battle in an interpro derby tonight.

Clayton McMillan gives a thoughtful response on where Munster are at heading towards the end of 2025,

A key France international is a major doubt for their Six Nations opener against Ireland,

And the Celtic Challenge is back! I'll tell you which Ireland stars will be lining out for the opening round this weekend.

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Coming up, Leinster and Ulster name their sides for tomorrow night's URC clash at the Aviva,

The Munster team is also out, but head Clayton McMillan was not impressed by his side's display against Gloucester last weekend,

And how can Ireland improve on a perceived lack of speedsters in their player pool? We ask the IRFU's Head of Athletic Performance and Science.

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What better way to celebrate our two-way conversation this festive season than by finding out people's favourite Christmas sports events!? From the darts to rugby and local traditions, there's so much happening during the Silly Season.

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Coming up, Leinster prepare for a trio of big interpro derbies over the festive period,

Brian O'Driscoll on how more and more teams are beating Leinster's blitz defence,

And Richard Cockerill has been sacked by Georgia rugby after last weekend's shutout for Black Lion away to Connacht.

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Coming up, Munster welcome a couple of key players back as they return to URC action this weekend.

James Tracy blasts World Rugby's tackle height trial for the upcoming World under-20s championship.

And we'll hear from Ireland star Aoife Wafer following her Harlequins debut on Saturday.

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Coming up today, we’ll have an injury update after an action-packed weekend of rugby, the provinces refocus the mind back to the URC, there's upsets in the Champions Cup, and Leinster's James Lowe doesn't necessarily agree with World Rugby's new lower tackle height trial..

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Live from Supervalu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, she chats to Munster headcoach, Clayton McMillan, and backrow, Jack O'Donoghue, on Munster's shaky start but bonus-point win against Gloucester.

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Coming up, just hours to go before Leinster take on Leicester in the Champions Cup.

Munster head coach Clayton McMillan pulls no punches on last weekend's defeat to Bath,

Ulster and Connacht name their teams for this weekend's Challenge Cup action,

And everything you need to know ahead of a busy weekend of rugby.

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Coming up, the Leinster team is out for tomorrow night's trip to Leicester Tigers.

Munster gear up for the visit of Gloucester to Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday,

And could New Zealand make a play for Ronan O'Gara to join the All Blacks backroom?

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Coming up today, we hear from Jack Conan ahead of Leinster's Investec Champions Cup clash away to Leicester Tigers,

Is rugby being ruined by the recent increase of kicking in the game?

And Aoife Wafer is in line to make her debut for PWR side Harlequins this weekend.

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Coming up, Munster issue an injury update after their sobering defeat to Bath in the Champions Cup,

Ireland's home venues are confirmed for their upcoming women's Six Nations campaign,

And 4,347 days since his last appearance for the club, Leigh Halfpenny could don the Cardiff jersey this weekend...

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Leinster lose two, but could gain two more.

Munster's expectations under Clayton McMillan.

England suffer an injury doubt ahead of the 6 Nations.

And is the Champions Cup losing it's allure?

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Munster suffer an injury blow to their star fly-half.

Connacht's Bundee Aki to skipper.

And Nigel Owen's questions Eben Etzebeth's ban length.

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Coming up, Rieko Ioane in line for his Leinster debut in the Champions Cup this weekend,

Gerry Thornley warns against Ireland fans counting their World Cup quarter-final chickens after yesterday's draw,

And the length of Eben Etzebeth's ban for an eye gouge is revealed...

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Coming up, Ireland find out their opponents for the Rugby World Cup in Australia,

Mack Hansen is in a race to be fit for the Six Nations,

The Stormers head coach has come out strongly against yellow cards for scrum penalties,

And could we see a league-union crossover next year?

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Coming up today, Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber responds to the controversy around his comments in the SuperSport interview when South Africa were in town two weeks ago.

Munster head coach Clayton McMillan is disappointed in the province’s first loss of the season against the Stormers on Saturday night. 

And Alan Quinlan discussions the potential repercussions for Eben Etzebeth after his red card in Cardiff.

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The Irish provinces return to URC action this evening,

Anna Caplice slams the decision to introduce a smaller ball size in women's sevens.

And another blow for the breakaway R-360 league - I'll tell you more later in the pod.

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Coming up, Munster, Leinster and Ulster all welcome back a number of Ireland internationals for the return of the URC this weekend,

Chris Jones on the changing fortunes of Ireland and England in 2025,

And Antoine Dupont could return to play this weekend after eight months out with injury.

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Coming up today, after the Autumn Nations Series, attention turns to the domestic and European action for the provinces this weekend.

Brian O'Driscoll on the one element that Ireland have noticeably lost in their attack,

35 players have signed central contracts as part of the IRFU's Women's High Performance Programme,

And why the Irish system is struggling to produce quality front-row options for international level.

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Coming up today, we'll round off the reaction to Ireland's defeat to South Africa on Saturday.

Squad updates from the provinces with the URC back this weekend, and the start of the Champions Cup fast approaching.

And Felipe Contepomi reveals the physical confrontation he had with an England star at Twickenham this weekend...

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In this Sunday Special of Rugby Daily, hear from Farrell, Rassie Erasmus, Irish players, and former Leinster and Connacht professional, Andy Dunne, straight after the final whistle.

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Coming up today: it's nearly here - I'll have your final preview of Ireland against South Africa:

We'll hear from Ireland head coach Andy Farrell and captain Caelan Doris about tomorrow's huge test at the Aviva Stadium

Two-time World Cup winner Steven Kitshoff on how Ireland can really frustrate the Springboks tomorrow.

And what else is on this weekend from a rugby perspective? I'll map out your viewing schedule later in the pod.

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Coming up today, the teams are out for Ireland against South Africa at the Aviva Stadium.

Rassie Erasmus on the one thing that annoys him about Northern Hemisphere teams,

Jean de Villiers on Ireland being a bogey team for the Springboks,

And will Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber return to the South Africa setup just in time for the World Cup?

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We spoke to her about her own journey and recovery, as well as rugby player Aoibheann Reilly, Kildare football lead s&c Dr Neil Welch, and UPMC consultant orthopaedic surgeon Professor Brian Devitt for this special episode.

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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?

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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Chat next week!

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.

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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.

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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.

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Coming up, Munster's Edwin Edogbo on the path back to the first team.

Leinster's worries over getting their best players on the park.

R360 hits a snag.

And Scotland add to a new coach to their arsenal.

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Coming up, Leinster face the music as the Lions are welcomed back.

Connacht switch focus from the Scarlets to Cardiff.

Munster CEO Ian Fitzgerald hits back at transfer dealings.

And tributes paid to English World Cup winner Lewis Moody who has been diagnosed with MND.

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This is all with thanks to Movember.

Coming up, Storm Amy causes an Ulster cancellation.

Leinster and Connacht name their URC teams.

Irish players get a warning regarding the rogue R360.

And Joe Schmidt has his say on what the new face of rugby could look like.

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Coming up, Munster have suffered an injury blow ahead of their first home game of the season this weekend,

Australia and New Zealand name their sides for a massive Bledisloe Cup clash in Perth,

Antoine Dupont could be back with France in November,

And Mike Tindall offers an update on the rogue R360.

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Coming up, a shakeup in the coaching ticket at the Ireland under-20s,

Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes on the players who need a big season for Munster this time around,

The Wallabies have a massive - and I mean MASSIVE - player returning for this weekend's Bledisloe Cup clash.

And World Rugby release new guidelines around player load, which one former player believe are the "only way" to reduce the level of concussion in elite rugby.

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Coming up today, Munster assess their squad ahead of the visit of Cardiff this weekend.

Fiona Hayes on the start of the Lancaster era at Connacht,

Nic White is coming back out of retirement for a second time,

And players at a French club are threatening strike action over the suspension of one of their coaches.

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Coming up, we will get the latest from both the Leinster and Connacht camps after contrasting starts to their United Rugby Championship campaigns.

Leinster's Robin McBryde apologises for the poor showing.

Stuart Lancaster says that there is good work done, but plenty more to do.

Rassie Erasmus on a phenomenal performance from his out-halve.

And which Scottish lock could be on his way out the door of Bordeaux-Begles?

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Coming up, it's finally here - your final preview ahead of the new URC season kicking off.

Anna Caplice gives her thoughts on the Women's Rugby World Cup final.

She also offered some clarity on her difficult decision to retire from professional rugby this week.

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Coming up, the team news from Leinster, Munster and Ulster - and Clayton McMillan on his vision for Munster ahead of his reign properly beginning this weekend,

Joe Schmidt shows his hand for Australia's Bledisloe Cup clash with New Zealand at Eden Park,

And Ben Young assesses the coaches he played under with England - not a glowing report for either Stuart Lancaster or Steve Borthwick.

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Coming up, Ulster head coach Richie Murphy as his side gear up for the new URC season.

Stuart Lancaster on building on Connacht's potential in his first season in charge.

And Matt Williams talks URC, while Rassie Erasmus talks Matt Williams.

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Coming up today, Munster name a British and Irish Lion as their captain for the upcoming season.

Scott Robertson on the "sting" of New Zealand's record-breaking defeat to South Africa,

And outrage in France, after fans accuse Top 14 officials of a disregard for safety ahead of Toulon's game against La Rochelle.

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Coming up, we will look ahead to the Irish provinces in action this weekend for the opening of the United Rugby Championship.

Leinster's Nienaber decides to stick around.

Niall Scannell on a potential 200th appearance in the Munster red.

Women's player of the year nominees announced.

And Matt Sherratt joins the Welsh coaching staff.

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Coming up, the semi-finals of the World Cup get underway tonight - France have been handed another huge blow ahead of their game tomorrow.

Eddie Jones has urged fans to cool the jets amid growing criticism of All Blacks coach Scott Robertson,

And Worcester are gearing up for a return to professional rugby - but a number of their former players are still unpaid.

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Coming up, Sene Naoupu reflects on Ireland's Rugby World Cup campaign, and what they'll learn from the tournament.

England and France name their teams for this weekend's semi-final in Bristol,

And Nic White has officially called time on his playing career - now, why does that ring a bell?

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Coming up, Stacey Flood opens up on Ireland's World Cup heartbreak,

As Leinster confirm their captain for the season, a rival head coach suggests they may have lost their aura,

And the All Blacks are still smarting from their record-breaking defeat to South Africa - Sonny Bill Williams outlines how they might utilise the hurt.

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Coming up today, the French player who bit Aoife Wafer has issued an apology to the Ireland star.

Anna Caplice gives her thoughts on Sunday's quarter-final defeat and the future of this Ireland group.

And Conor Murray follows up on his damning comments of Munster's recruitment policy.

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Coming up, we will have all the fallout as France knock Ireland out of the Women's Rugby World Cup.

England set new records.

Scotland rage against Nucifora and the SRU.

Rassie Erasmus not celebrating too much out of respect for the opposition.

Razor Robertson rues his side's errors.

And Joe Schmidt is sick with disappointment.

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Coming up, Aoife Wafer is back in action for Ireland's massive quarter-final clash with France.

We'll have the team news in full, and reaction from the Ireland camp.

Conor Murray officially calls time on his professional playing career.

And a historic Aviva date for Ireland during next year's Women's Six Nations.

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Coming up, a positive injury update ahead of Ireland's Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against France.

Hear from the Rugby Championship sides ahead of a tantalising pair of Round Four clashes this weekend,

And Clayton McMillan sets out his stall as he gets used to life as the new Munster head coach.

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Coming up, we'll hear from the Ireland camp as they step up their prep for a World Cup quarter final on Sunday,

Injured forward Dorothy Wall offers a positive update on her road to recovery,

And the teams are out for this weekend's Rugby Championship action.

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Coming up - with the dust settling after the defeat to New Zealand, Ireland regroup for a Rugby World Cup quarter-final against France,

Jenny Murphy and Alan Quinlan give their thoughts on Ireland's chances ahead of that game in Exeter.

And some interesting faces spotted at the pre-seasons training of the Welsh clubs.

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Hear from co-captain Sam Monaghan and centres Eve Higgins and Aoife Dalton on what went wrong in the game, but also how they will bounce back for their quarter-final next weekend.

Since confirmed, they will face familiar foes France in Exeter on Sunday, 14 September.

Coming up, the team news for Ireland's massive clash with New Zealand at the Rugby World Cup,

We'll hear from the Irish camp, and get the thoughts of Anna Caplice ahead of that game in Brighton,

And we'll set your schedule for a busy weekend of rugby, with the Rugby Championship and Top 14 to look forward to as well.

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With 6 changes from the side that faced Spain and strong players coming back into the starting XV, Bemand has shown they are going out to win this fixture.

One name is clearly missing from the team sheet though as, despite training fully this week, Aoife Wafer is not included in the match day 23. Bemand is "very confident" that she will be ready for that Quarter Final clash however, against whoever that may be.

Hear from co-captain Edel McMahon and Ireland head coach, Scott Bemand, after the team announcement Friday morning. 🎧

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Rassie feels the pressure in New Zealand.

As does Scott Robertson.

Jorgo keen to play 15 or anywhere at all for that matter.

And Scotland keep their man amid Red Bull interest.

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Susanna Mollen is in Northampton and she brings you all the latest news from press conferences with Sunday's captain, Sam Monaghan, head coach, Scott Bemand, TikTok sensation Anna McGann, and Linda Djougang, who will earn her 50th cap when taking to the pitch on Sunday.

After Ireland's captains run in Towcester RFC, Susanna also chats to star centre, Aoife Dalton, and the only remaining member of Ireland's 2017 World Cup squad, Cliodhna Moloney-MacDonald.

Keep an eye on the @OffTheBall social media channels for all your post-match content Sunday afternoon.

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Coming up today, Ireland gear up for their second game at the Women's Rugby World Cup,

We'll have team news ahead of the Spain clash, and hear from those on the ground about how special the tournament has been so far.

And Michael Cheika reveals he turned down an offer to coach an Irish province recently - I'll explain all later in the pod.

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Ireland get off to a flyer in England.

Are the All Blacks already... at it?

Justin Marshall goes IN on the Kiwi backs.

And Rassie Erasmus is happy with a win over the Wallabies.

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It's a special Women's Rugby World Cup bumper preview today.

We'll have the team news for Ireland's opening game against Japan,

We'll hear from the Ireland camp ahead of the tournament kicking off in England tonight,

And Fiona Hayes gives her thoughts on Ireland's chances at this year's edition.

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Coming up today, a key player has been ruled out for Ireland's Rugby World Cup opener this weekend.

Rassie Erasmus, Joe Schmidt and Scott Robertson speak ahead of Round 2 of the Rugby Championship.

And Will Genia joined Off The Ball Breakfast after calling time on his stellar playing career.

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Coming up, we'll hear from Ireland fly-half Dannah O'Brien on the ROG advice.

The Rugby Championship got up and running this weekend - as South Africa were shocked by Australia, putting pressure on Rassie Erasmus.

And the All Blacks are back at number one in the world.

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Coming up, we'll hear from Ireland co-captain Sam Monaghan as the squad touch down in England for the World Cup,

The Rugby Championship gets up and running this weekend - as South Africa and Australia make late changes on the eve of their clash.

Louis Rees-Zammit has found a new club after his return to rugby from the NFL - we'll tell you where he's ended up.

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Coming up today, the Ireland squad has been named for the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup in England.

South Africa get the team selection out of the way early for their Rugby Championship opener at home to Australia.

New owners and a new name for English Premiership side Newcastle,

And after Rees-Zammit confirmed his return, another star could be leaving the NFL to switch back to rugby.

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Coming up today, a last chance for Ireland players to impress ahead of the World Cup squad announcement on Monday,

We'll hear from head coach Scott Bemand and number eight Brittany Hogan as they take on Canada in a warm-up game tomorrow,

Steve Tandy on the job ahead of him as new Wales head coach,

And a new All Blacks call-up explains how his dog nearly cost him his place in the squad!

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Coming up today, we will hear from Australia as the Wallabies prevented a series whitewash.

Finn Russell on one of the best tours ever.

Joe Schmidt proud of his side ahead of Springboks test.

Andy Farrell eyeing 2029 New Zealand tour?

And Dan Cole back with Leicester Tigers.

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Coming up today, the Lions name their team, and the Wallabies lose a key player on the eve of their final test in Sydney,

Ireland's Sam Monaghan returns to playing after 14 months out of action,

And Louis Rees-Zammit is returning to rugby following a stint in the NFL - but which club will he now join?

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Coming up, the latest from both camps as the Lions and Australia gear up for Saturday's final test in Sydney,

Matt Williams and Will Genia offer their views on whether the global rugby community should be doing more to help the Australian game,

And Aoife Wafer is in a race to be fit in time for next month's Rugby World Cup.

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Coming up today, we will hear from the victorious Lions camp as they target a 3-zip victory.

Finn Russell feels that pressure is for tyres.

Ellis Genge loves the front row union.

Hugo Keenan recalls a surreal moment.

And Joe Schmidt rages over tight last minute call.

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They look back on the events of 2013 which saw Davies nearly become public enemy number one in Ireland when Warren Gatland promoted him to the starting lineup in place of Brian O’Driscoll, as well as what Davies expects from the remainder of the series.

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Coming up, the Lions and Wallabies name their sides for the second test at the MCG on Saturday, with Garry Ringrose ruling himself out of selection.

Alan Quinlan expects a stronger showing from the Australians this weekend,

And Wallabies legend Will Genia picks Jamison Gibson-Park as the best scrum-half in the world right now.

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Welcome to episode 13, where we are talking all things curses and superstitions in sport.

Rachel is over Cork's loss (or so she says..) but she still hasn't shown her face in the office! She joins on Zoom to, alongside Susanna and Eve, take you through some of sport's wildest superstitions and curses. Eve also chats to sports psychologist, Dr. Kate Kirby, to see whether 'winner's curse' can actually affect performance and the danger of superstitious behaviour!

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The fixture will take place at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin, on Saturday, 23rd August at 5pm and there are limited tickets available.

Tyrrell was part of the Dubs team that scraped over the line against Galway last weekend, and will take on Meath on the August bank holiday, the weekend after next.

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Coming up today, the reaction from the Lions camp, after a 24-19 win over the First Nations and Pasifika 15 in Melbourne earlier,

Brian O'Driscoll and James Tracy on whether the Wallabies can catch the Lions napping in Saturday's second test,

And big transfer news for a World Cup-winning Springbok.

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Coming up today, we will hear from the Lions camp as Owen Farrell is named as skipper.

Mack Hansen and Joe McCarthy in a race against time to be fit.

Simon Easterby relishes a go against the First Nations.

Wales appoint a new head coach.

And Argentina involved in a racism row with England.

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We'll hear from Andy Farrell, Ronan O'Gara, Joe Schmidt and Ryle Nugent ahead of tomorrow's first test between the Lions and the Wallabies.

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Coming up, Mack Hansen could miss the Lions' first test against Australia this Saturday.

Matt Williams on the arrogance of young coaches in the Australian system,

And two Welsh regions could be axed as soon as 2027.

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Coming up today, we will hear from the Lions camp as they call up even more replacements.

Mack Hansen looks set to be fit for Saturday's test.

J-A S plays down beef with Sione.

Ireland's pointless showing in Portugal.

And what has All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson had to say about the South Africa set piece tactics against Italy?

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Coming up, the Lions team news and the Wallabies make a sensational call-up a week out from the first test,

Brumbies head coach Stephen Larkham on how to prepare for Andy Farrell's side,

And we hear from both camps ahead of Ireland's second summer test against Portugal this weekend.

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Back in January, Cameron Hill caught up with their head coach Simon Mannix, who was briefly backs coach at Munster during the Rob Penney era. Here, he discusses his time in Limerick, his role in backing Ronan O'Gara in the twilight of his playing career, and where Os Lobos can go from here...

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Coming up today, a huge injury blow for Australia ahead of their series against the Lions,

Ireland have landed in Lisbon ahead of their summer test against Portugal,

And an All Blacks legend extends his playing career into a record 25th season.

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Coming up today, Andy Farrell names his Lions team to take on the ACT Brumbies.

Mack Hansen relishes the opportunity to come up against some old mates.

Hoe Schmidt isn't worrying about the sticky Wallaby start.

Ireland suffer an injury blow.

And are the TMOs getting too involved in contentious calls?

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Richie has the latest from the Lions as they prepare to face the Waratahs.

Jake White is sensationally out of a job in South Africa.

And Montpellier sign an experienced Scot.

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After making remarkable breakthrough in professional rugby, Erin discussed how an horrific knee injury put her out of the Rugby World Cup later this year.

She talked through her grueling recovery, how she plans to help the team in her absence, and what she hopes the future holds for her in an Irish jersey.

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They discuss the importance of visibility for LGBTQ+ players as well as inclusion, as well as the drive to get more women’s players playing at earlier ages.

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Coming up, we'll hear from the Lions camp ahead of tomorrow's clash with the Queensland Reds in Brisbane,

The Irish provinces find out their pool opponents for next season's European competitions,

And an All Blacks legend slams France for sending a squad to New Zealand with a number of star players.

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Coming up today, Andy Farrell names his Lions team to take on the Queensland Reds.

Maro Itoje wanting to get stuck into things now.

Tomos Williams tour is over.

Jack Conan gets a go at number 8.

And Munster dealt an injury blow ahead of next season.

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Coming up today, Andy Farrell names his first Lions squad Down Under.

Dan Sheehan on leading by example.

Pierre Schoeman on what it means to represent the Lions.

Mike Prendergast on gelling the Irish players and staff.

And Cian Healy and Peter O'Mahony make their final bow this weekend.

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Coming up today, there is an update on the Lions injury front as they step up preparations for the Western Force on Saturday.

Andy Farrell on breeding familiarity within the squad.

Maro Itoje on ironing out the mistakes.

Felipe Contepomi on a proud day for Argentina.

And Michael Hooper has his say on who could be Wallaby captain.

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Coming up today, the Lions name their first Test team of the summer.

Los Pumas aim to bring the heat.

And what does Sam Prendergast need to do to take his game to the next level?

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Coming up today, there is an update on the Lions injury front as they step up preparations for Argentina on Friday.

Owen Farrell on his move back to Saracens.

Matt Williams on the northern hemisphere media circus.

And Brian O'Driscoll on that Michael Cheika incident.

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Coming up today, there is an update on the Lions as they step up preparations for Argentina on Friday.

Johnny Sexton on what he wants to bring as a coach in the Lions set-up.

Jack Conan on a special day in Croker.

And Owen Farrell calls time on his stint in France

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Coming up, the pre-match thoughts from both camps ahead of Leinster's URC final against the Bulls tomorrow,

Alan Quinlan on why he feels Leo Cullen has got his team selection spot on for the decider,

and the toughest of opening tests for Ireland in next year's Women's Six Nations.

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Coming up, the teams are out for this weekend's URC Final between Leinster and the Bulls.

Ronan O'Gara on the La Rochelle player that he feels "deserves much more" following his departure.

And Jean de Villiers on the worrying times for rugby as a sport.

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Coming up, Andy Farrell on his emotional phone call to Finlay Bealham confirming his call-up to the Lions squad,

Jake White and Victor Matfield give the Bulls perspective ahead of the URC Final this weekend,

Brian O'Driscoll on the Leinster player that he feels has had a standout season this term,

and another Leinster star is set to join the departing Ross Byrne at Gloucester next season.

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Coming up, James Tracy on the one thing missing from Ryan Baird's game ahead of the URC Final,

Fiona Hayes and Mike Sherry on how Sam Prendergast can build on this season's learnings over the summer,

And Argentina name their squad for next Friday's clash with the British and Irish Lions in Dublin.

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Coming up today, there is an update on the injury status of four of Leo's Leinster Lions.

Finlay Bealham gets his Lions call.

A new call-up for Ireland's summer tour.

And Ange Capuozzo suffers a season-ending setback.

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Coming up today, team news for Leinster ahead of tomorrow's URC semi-final at home to Glasgow.

Alan Quinlan on the Ireland squad for this summer's tour of Georgia and Portugal,

And France head coach Fabien Galthie implements a curious selection policy for their July series against New Zealand.

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Coming up, new Connacht head coach Stuart Lancaster lays out his plans for next season,

Gerry Thornley on whether Leinster have declined since Lancaster left,

And ahead of the Premiership semi-finals, we'll hear from Michael Cheika, Pat Lam and Johann van Graan.

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Coming up today, James Tracy on Stuart Lancaster becoming Connacht head coach,

The Ireland squad is announced for this summer's tour of Georgia and Portugal,

And after failing to snap up Jack Crowley, Leicester Tigers set their sights on another possible out-half signing this summer.

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Coming up, a huge coup for Connacht as Stuart Lancaster is confirmed as new head coach,

Jacques Nienaber and Alan Quinlan react to 'wink-gate',

And an ex-Leinster centre will swap for Dublin for Provence from next season.

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Coming up, team news from Leinster and Munster ahead of the URC playoffs,

Ronan O'Gara on whether a former France international is joining his coaching team at La Rochelle,

And Ireland begin their preparations for the Women's Rugby World Cup.

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Coming up today, we'll hear from James Tracy and Fiona Hayes as Leinster and Munster get set for respective URC quarter-finals,

Jefferson Poirot receives a two-week ban for an altercation with Henry Pollock after full-time in the Champions Cup final,

And a Scotland international returns to action following surgery to remove a tumour.

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Coming up today, we hear from the Leinster camp as they are dealt injury blows ahead of the crucial part of the season.

Noel McNamara and Joey Carbery celebrate European success.

Munster arrive in South Africa ahead of their meeting with the Sharks.

And could the new man in red, Clayton McMillan be about to win a title with the Chiefs?

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Coming up, the excitement builds for this weekend's European finals in Cardiff - we'll hear from past winners Brian O'Driscoll and Ronan O'Gara.

And after the news that the Ireland men's Sevens programme will be scrapped, there's upheaval for another national side today. 

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On this morning's show, we talked Lions and previewed tomorrow's Investec Champions Cup final with both Ronan O'Gara and Alan Quinlan.

With skort-gate now combined to the dustbin of history, we spoke to Dublin Camogie's Karl O'Brien + our own Rachel Sheehan, who attended last night's Special Congress.

And Arsenal legend Emma Byrne joined Scarlett Heron in previewing the Women's Champions League final.

But this morning's Bite first checks in with Dublin Camogie chair, Karl O'Brien to reflect on Special Congress allowing shorts in the sport, and then we speak to Ronan O'Gara about tomorrow's Champions Cup decider.

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Coming up today, we'll hear from Ireland number 8 Aoife Wafer confirms her decision to leave Leinster to join Harlequins.

Gerry Thornley on the criticism of the amount of foreign-born players in the Lions squad.

And Munster will play one of their home Champions Cup games outside of Thomond Park.

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Every week, Susanna, Eve & Rachel take a major sporting event or topic and head to the streets to find out what you, the public, think.

As David Nucifora breaks his silence on the IRFU cutting the men's 7s programme... Susanna, Eve, and Rachel felt they could stay quiet no longer!! (Same effect really). From the lack of transparency and World Rugby's share of the blame, to the Women's team being the next victim, we work through how the public feel about the IRFU's decision.

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Cameron Hill spoke to Wafer, and Quins women's head coach Ross Chisholm, about the move to one of English rugby's top club sides, with the PWR currently experiencing a significant boom ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

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Coming up today, Ulster sign Wallabies prop Angus Bell, raising questions over IRFU's overseas prop embargo,

Leinster face a opening-weekend trip to South Africa with the fixtures out for the 2025/26 URC season,

And Dara Smith-Naughton picks his Ireland XV for the Six Nations opener against France... next February!

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Coming up, we will hear from Aoife Wafer after she was freshly crowned Guinness Women’s 6 Nations player of the year for 2025.

James Tracy's thoughts as Leinster begin their preparations for the URC playoff push,

And an England stalwart retires - with a call-to-arms to those responsible for the future of the game.

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We hear from newly crowned Women's 6 Nations POTY Aoife Wafer.

Munster believe their destiny is in Europe.

More Welsh region controversy.

Schmidt wants Wallaby roar against the Lions.

And Ardie Savea the cream of the Pacific crop.

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Coming up, Munster are gearing up for what will be a decisive night in the URC.

Leinster name their team for tomorrow's clash with defending URC champions Glasgow,

And Antoine Dupont has taken an ownership stake in a Major League Rugby side.

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On this morning's show, Alan Quinlan helped preview the final round of regular season fixtures in the URC.

Conal Keaney looked ahead to another massive weekend in the Munster and Leinster hurling championships.

And we previewed tonight's League of Ireland action in the company of Owen Heary and Barry Murphy.

But this morning's Bite first takes us to our chat with Quinny, as he assesses the scrapping of the Ireland Men's Sevens programme, and then we cut to Owen and Barry as they reflect on last night's call-in regarding grass roots football on Off The Ball.

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Coming up, former Ireland Sevens captain on the IRFU's decision to wind up the men's programme.

Munster name their team for their do-or-die clash with Benetton in the URC,

And South African rugby is in mourning following the sudden death of an ex-Springbok.

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On this morning's show Underage Football Development Co-ordinator Gavin Devlin joined Ger Gilroy to explain how Louth have improved so much over the years.

Also former Ireland Sevens star Harry McNulty was on the line to express his disappointment on the cancellation of the men's programme.

But this morning's Bite begins with Devlin on one of the stories of the summer so far.

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Coming up, the IRFU is discontinuing the Men's Sevens programme.

Former Leinster coach Stuart Lancaster on whether he would return to Ireland,

And Hollie Davidson will become the first woman to referee a European final.

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On this morning's show Westmeath football star Luke Loughlin joined Colm Boohig and Ger Gilroy on why he nearly took up a hurl instead of playing football this summer.

And after missing out on the Australian head coaching job, Stuart Lancaster joined the lads to explain what had actually happened in the process.

But this morning's Bite begins with Loughlin on the Tailteann Cup.

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