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| 08 Nov 2022 | The Red 78 Ep.44 | CJ Stander talks life after retirement, memories of Axel Foley and explains what Munster fans mean to him | 00:48:07 | |
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are joined by special guest and former Munster and Ireland star CJ Stander to talk about his life post retirement from rugby, what it was like to return, the strengths and weaknesses of his coaches over the years and most importantly what the Munster/Irish rugby fanbase are really like!
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| 16 Dec 2022 | Rugby Daily: Leinster and Connacht in action, Ulster and Munster team news | 00:08:05 | |
On today's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney takes a look ahead to Leinster and Connacht's matches in Europe tonight.
There's also Munster and Ulster team news ahead of their respective outings this weekend. | |||
| 14 Oct 2022 | Completing the Triple Crown of swimming | Rosie Foley | 00:20:05 | |
Ex-Ireland international Rosie Foley joins Adrian and Shane on #OTBAM after she completed Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming marathon challenge last month.
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| 31 Jan 2025 | SIX NATIONS PANEL: The incomparable Ireland-England rivalry | Sam Prendergast starts | OTB ROADSHOW | 00:46:26 | |
It was a packed house that the 3Olympia Theatre on Wednesday and Off The Ball's Eoin Sheahan and Irish legend Brian O'Driscoll co-hosted our Six Nations preview roadshow! Former English scrum half and perennial thorn in Ireland's side Austin Healey was joined by former Munster and Irish flanker Alan Quinlan, former Old Belvedere outhalf Andy Dunne and the Irish Times' Gerry Thornley to look back on Ireland-England matches past, as well as look ahead to the start of this year's championship! Rugby on Off The Ball in association with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting | |||
| 17 Oct 2024 | The Red 78 Unlocked | Munster lose in Croke Park, and a look ahead to the Stormers | Ep.106 | 00:19:57 | |
Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds' defeat to Leinster in Croke Park, and to look ahead to Saturday's clash with the Stormers. (0.00) Intro and comments (4.57) Leinster v Munster review (26.36) Munster incorrectly down to 14 (35.40) Star of the Week (39.57) Stormers preview Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
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| 24 Mar 2023 | Rugby Daily: Women's Six Nations preview, URC returns, O'Gara on Sexton milestone | 00:07:10 | |
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you a preview of this weekend's Women's Six Nations action as Ireland open their campaign away to Wales.
There's also team news for the Irish provinces ahead of the weekend's URC games.
And Ronan O'Gara reacts to Johnny Sexton's Six Nations points milestone. | |||
| 05 Jul 2022 | What Ireland Needs To Do To Win The Second Test | Carbery Should Start | Slowing Down NZ | 00:26:27 | |
Derek McNamara from Sports Asset Management joined Eoin and Ger on #OTBAM to break down New Zealand's win against Ireland at Eden Park and discussed the areas of improvement which are needed for the second test this weekend.
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| 18 Nov 2022 | Ronan O'Gara: England links, Sexton as coach | 00:19:39 | |
Shane and Gavin were joined by Ronan O'Gara to discuss those links to England, his experience coaching the Barbarians and Johnny Sexton's coaching comments.
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| 05 Nov 2024 | Rugby Daily | McCarthy assesses All Blacks second row, Considine retires, McNamara extends French stay | 00:14:31 | |
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from both the Ireland and All Blacks camps ahead of Friday night's massive test at the Aviva. Joe McCarthy talks World Cup heartache, and a restructured New Zealand second row after some big name retirements. Jason Holland rules himself out of the running for the Munster job, and gives his insight to the threats posed by Ireland, and what Damian McKenzie brings to the party on Friday night. Eimear Considine Ryan has announced her retirement from rugby. A former Ireland centre is found guilty of stealing more than €500,000 from Bank of Ireland Private Bank. Leinster pay tribute to departing head coach Tania Rosser, and reveal plans for the women's team to go professional. An Irish coach is extending his stay in France, but Paddy Jackson's season looks to be over. Jonny Hill learns of his ban for allegedly assaulting a fan + Chandler Cunningham-South on England closing out games. | |||
| 03 Apr 2023 | Munster's leaky defense, Leinster last one standing | Cian Tracey | 00:18:17 | |
Cian Tracey joined Ger & Shane on OTB AM to reflect on a mixed weekend of rugby for the Irish Provinces.
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| 09 Jul 2024 | Rugby Daily | Rassie responds to 6-2 criticism, France pair arrested, U20s helped by rain | 00:10:44 | |
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Springboks team news ahead of Saturday's second test in Durban. We hear from Rassie Erasmus, who claps back at Matt Williams' 6-2 criticism, plus Bongi Mbonambi hails the influence of Jerry Flannery. France's tour of South America has been mired in scandal, Richie has the latest on the pair arrested for alleged sexual assault. And we hear from Willie Faloon on a day when the rain helps Ireland into the semi-finals of the World U20 Rugby Championship. | |||
| 21 Feb 2023 | Alison Miller: Will Italy spoil Ireland's Roman holiday? | 00:18:44 | |
Ex-Connacht & Ireland international Alison Miller joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM as Ireland head to Rome this weekend for their Six Nations clash with Italy.
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| 17 Mar 2023 | Alan Quinlan: Home Grand Slam on the horizon | 00:23:51 | |
Alan Quinlan joined Adrian and Shane on OTB AM to look ahead to a big Paddy's weekend as Irish hopes of a home Grand Slam edges closer.
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| 22 Jan 2023 | Munster played with French flair in Toulouse | Fergus McFadden post-match reaction | 00:10:42 | |
Fergus McFadden joins Dave McIntyre after Munster earn a bonus point against Toulouse in France. McFadden touches on Munster's exciting future, the impact of the new coaching staff and Joey Carbery's response to being dropped by Ireland.
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| 23 Mar 2022 | WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUGBY | Andy Dunne & Keith Wood | Six Nations reaction | 00:43:00 | |
Andy Dunne and Keith Wood join Joe Molloy for this week’s edition of Wednesday Night Rugby, reviewing Ireland’s Triple Crown victory over Scotland.
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| 13 Feb 2023 | Alan Quinlan: Ireland best in the world? Emotional Sexton | 00:31:44 | |
Resident OTB AM rugby pundit Alan Quinlan joined Ger Gilroy and Johnny Ward to discuss Ireland's 32-19 win over France in the Six Nations.
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| 29 Feb 2024 | Rugby Daily | Catt on Aviva atmosphere, International trio back for Munster, McGeechan's new role | 00:06:14 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all you need to know from today's open training session at the Aviva - who trained, and who didn't. Mike Catt has his say on the Lansdowne Road atmosphere deficiency, the improvements required for Twickenham and the chummed waters of the Ireland centre. We hear from Mike Prendergast ahead of Munster's URC fixture with Zebre, as an international trio return. And Ian McGeechan has a surprising new role in his native Yorkshire. | |||
| 19 Oct 2022 | Rugby Daily: The Uncapped Six, Russell ditched by Scots, Jonny Bell on rugby's free-scoring future | 00:09:49 | |
On today's Rugby Daily, news of the Ireland squad - and it's 'A' annex - for the autumn internationals.
Gregor Townshend explains Finn Russell's omission from their autumn panel.
Plus, Ulster coach Jonathan Bell explains why Ulster's free-scoring matches are actually ahead of the curve. | |||
| 27 Jun 2022 | MONDAY NIGHT RUGBY | Ireland should be aiming to win series | 'Schmidt knows everything about Irish rugby' | New Zealand | 00:28:02 | |
Joe Molloy was joined by the Irish Independent's Rúaidhrí O'Connor for the latest edition of Monday Night Rugby.
With the Irish rugby team in New Zealand for their summer tour, the lads discuss what Andy Farrell's team should be trying to achieve, what Joe Schmidt's return means for the All Blacks, and much more.
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| 20 Apr 2023 | Rugby Daily: McWilliams on social media backlash, big coaching switch in France | 00:07:48 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland team for Saturday's TikTok Women's Six Nations clash with England, and we hear from Greg McWilliams on bridging the gap to the 'big 2' and how Ireland are dealing with negative press.
Leinster learn of the man in the middle for their Heineken Champions Cup semi-final with Toulouse.
Ulster name their team to face Edinburgh, with some returning internationals.
And there's news of a significant coaching switch in France. | |||
| 19 Dec 2023 | The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster lose in Exeter, huge clash with Leinster and RG Snyman switching provinces? - Ep.81 | 00:20:54 | |
Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on a poor performance against Exeter in the Champions Cup. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, and we look ahead to the massive St Stephen’s Day clash with Leinster in Limerick (0.30) Intro The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78 | |||
| 21 Mar 2023 | Rugby Daily: Briggs' no to 7s stars, Robertson is new All Blacks coach, Connacht's Bealham hopes | 00:08:35 | |
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the start of the Women's Six Nations. We hear from Maeve Óg O'Leary and Niamh Briggs.
Scott Robertson speaks after being named the next All Blacks head coach.
Connacht have given an update on the fitness of Finlay Bealham, as another western stalwart extends their stay.
And Ospreys suffer a double blow with a Champions Cup knockout on the horizon. | |||
| 12 Jul 2022 | Ireland’s Connacht Representation | Cian Prendergast | Andy Friend | 00:19:53 | |
Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan talk to Andy Friend about his hope's for Connacht.
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| 04 Oct 2022 | Sheehan vs Kelleher, front-row depth chart | Mike Sherry | 00:18:59 | |
Former Munster hooker Mike Sherry joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM this morning to assess Ireland's front row options with less than a year out until the Rugby World Cup in France.
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| 16 Jan 2025 | Rugby Daily | Herring returns for Ulster's must-win game, Connacht keep pedal to floor, Kiss rules out replacing Schmidt | 00:10:08 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest team news from Ulster ahead of their Investec Champions Cup clash with Exeter Chiefs. We also hear from prop Eric O'Sullivan in the week he extended his stay at the province. Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins keeps changes to a minimum for their Challenge Cup trip to Cardiff. And Les Kiss appears to rule himself out of potentially replacing Joe Schmidt as Wallabies head coach later this year. | |||
| 14 Mar 2023 | The Red 78 Ep. 62 | Ireland v Scotland Madness | Farrell's Man Management | Briggs & Quinlan | 00:37:07 | |
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pick through the madness at Murrayfield last weekend, Andy Farrell's calmness under pressure & Briggs discusses the Irish Women's preparation for their Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday week.
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| 07 Dec 2022 | Keith Wood: break-up season, England dangerous | 00:21:32 | |
Ireland legend Keith Wood joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM to react to Eddie Jones and Wayne Pivac getting the boot at England and Wales respectively, while attention now turns to the European action this weekend.
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| 13 Apr 2022 | Andy Friend interview: Facing Leinster again, Mack Hansen impact, Connacht's strategy | OTB AM | 00:15:50 | |
Connacht head coach Andy Friend joined OTB AM as his side prepares to face Leinster and overcome their 5 point first leg deficit.
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| 12 Dec 2022 | Quinny: Toulouse leave Munster in a fog, Ulster struggle | 00:19:57 | |
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinny joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM after a mixed weekend for the provinces in the opening round of European rugby competition.
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| 25 Oct 2022 | The Red 78 Ep.42 | Green shoots, the blue wall & a must, must, must win! | 00:43:02 | |
Munster came out the wrong end of one interpro, but what can be learned for Ulster at home this weekend? Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs have all the breakdown on this week's Red 78.
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| 22 Jul 2022 | 'Johnny feeds off people writing him off' | Ireland's series win Vs New Zealand | Sean O'Shea | ROG | 00:23:52 | |
Ronan O'Gara joins Aisling O'Rielly and Eoin Sheahan on #OTBAM to reflect back on Irish rugby's series win over the All Blacks down in New Zealand, as well as a look forward to the All Ireland football final.
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| 27 Mar 2022 | Alan Quinlan: Rating Ireland's loss to Wales | Connacht stagnation? | Ulster robbed | 00:12:16 | |
Alan Quinlan joined OTB AM to look back at the weekend's rugby action.
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| 22 Nov 2024 | 'You're always looking for what comes next' | Inside elite athletes' minds | INNER DRIVE | 00:48:12 | |
In this special episode of Inner Drive, Off The Ball give the floor to five of Ireland's best athletes (fresh from Paris 2024) in Philip Doyle, Orla Comerford, Thomas Barr, Colin Judge and Stacey Flood. No interviewer, no restrictions, just athletes talking to each other about experiences only they can truly understand. Inner Drive, with Allianz, proud sponsors of Paralympics Ireland and Team Ireland. #StopTheDrop | |||
| 24 May 2022 | The Red 78 Ep. 33 | Munster’s psychological block Vs Leinster | Player attitude post game | Coaching problems | Quinlan & Briggs | 00:41:22 | |
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs dissect what went wrong for Munster during their 35-25 loss to Leinster at the weekend, whether the issue was a long term structural failure or a coaching issue and also the content attitudes of the players after the defeat.
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| 03 Feb 2023 | Rugby Daily: Paul O'Connell on Gatland, French debutant in Rome | 00:08:25 | |
On Friday's Rugby Daily, we hear from Paul O'Connell after Ireland's captains run in Cardiff.
France have handed out a debut cap as they begin the defence of the Grand Slam.
And a Wallabies legend bows out. | |||
| 31 Jan 2023 | Why ruck speed is important, Six Nations fantasy rugby | Derek McNamara | 00:24:26 | |
Analyst Derek McNamara talks to Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon about the metrics behind the Six Nations teams, outlining their strengths and weaknesses.
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| 11 Apr 2023 | The Red 78 Ep. 66 | Preview of URC clash with the Stormers | Keith Earls returns for the two crucial games in South Africa | Briggs & Quinlan | 00:40:57 | |
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs look ahead to Munster's crucial game against the Stormers in Cape Town & discuss what improvements need to be made to compete with the reigning URC Champions. | |||
| 11 Jan 2024 | Rugby Daily | Farrell appointed Lions coach, Flament an Ireland doubt | 00:13:23 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you confirmation of the worst kept secret in World Rugby. We'll hear from the new British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell, as well as an exclusive chat with Lions chairperson Ieuan Evans. Nichola Fryday reacts to being named RWI Women's Player of the Year. An experienced France lock is a doubt for their opening Six Nations fixture with Ireland. Plus, another French side shows interest in signing Courtney Lawes. | |||
| 05 Apr 2023 | Rugby Daily: Goggin going, Colombe banned, Laporte's France return? | 00:05:57 | |
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Dan Goggin's departure from Munster.
Disgraced former FFR president Bernard Laporte could play a role for France at the World Cup.
Luther Burrell on English rugby's racism reckoning.
Plus, tribues paid to former Springboks head coach. | |||
| 24 Oct 2022 | MNR | Wasteful Leinster exploit Munster flaws, Sexton: the best ever? | Williams & Thornley | 00:48:16 | |
Joe Molloy was joined by former Leinster and Ulster Head Coach Matt Williams and journalist Gerry Thornley for this week's Monday Night Rugby.
(01:00) Imperfect Leinster exploit Munster's deficiencies.
(33:00) Johnny Sexton: Ireland's greatest ever player?
(41:00) Michael Cheika's double-jobbing.
(43:30) Scotland: Gregor Townsend opts to go it without Finn Russell.
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| 12 Apr 2023 | WNR | Leinster's finances, Munster under pressure, Dupont's brilliance | D'Arcy & RUD | 00:44:58 | |
Joe Molloy was joined by Gordon D'Arcy and Rúaidhrí O'Connor for this week's edition of Wednesday Night Rugby.
(01:30) Antoine Dupont and the brilliance of Toulouse.
(16:00) Do Leinster have an unfair financial advantage?
(42:00) Pressure on Munster in the URC.
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| 03 May 2023 | Francois Pienaar & Keith Wood: Relationship with Mandela, International Rugby Experience | 00:21:32 | |
Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon were joined by legendary South Africa captain Francois Pienaar and former Ireland captain Keith Wood as they attended the launch of the International Rugby Experience in Limerick.
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| 12 Jan 2023 | Rugby Daily: 6N Drive To Survive, SA schools doping scandal, BOD on Europe | 00:08:13 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of another doping scandal at schools level in South Africa.
The Six Nations is to get the 'Drive To Survive' treatment.
Warren Gatland has replenished his Wales backroom staff. | |||
| 23 Jun 2023 | Rugby Daily: Leinster pay tribute to Sexton, Henderson's new deal | 00:05:32 | |
On Friday's Rugby Daily, we bring you details of Iain Henderson's new deal with Ulster and the IRFU.
Leinster have paid tribute to Johnny Sexton, appearing to signal his retirement from the province.
And Ronan O'Gara speaks about his rivalry with Leinster. | |||
| 17 Jan 2023 | The Red 78 Ep. 54 | A view from the stands & a doubly good weekend! | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs | 00:42:17 | |
We're changing things up slightly this week and getting some thoughts from the most important piece of the Munster family - the fans! MRSC member Ray O'Brien joins Quinny and Niamh to give us a view from the stands and then dive into what was an excellent weekend for both Munster senior sides.
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| 29 Oct 2024 | Rugby Daily | Rowntree leaves Munster, new deal for Connacht captain, new honour for Dupont | 00:08:02 | |
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you that bombshell news of a change at the top for Munster. Connacht have tied their captain down with a new three year deal. France have named their third different captain of 2024. Toulouse secure the services of Ange Capuozzo with a new lengthy contract. Plus, we hear from All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan ahead of their Northern Hemisphere stretch, which includes that Friday night date with Ireland. | |||
| 04 Dec 2024 | Rugby Daily | Murphy's Toulouse fear, Crowley talks 10 competition, RFU in revolt over bonuses | 00:10:17 | |
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Ulster ahead of their daunting Investec Champions Cup opener away to Toulouse. We hear from head coach Richie Murphy on Ulster's injury crisis in the back-three, and the old boy they've welcomed back to the fold this week. Jack Crowley discusses the competition for the starting out-half berth with Ireland. And the English RFU is in revolt over bonuses paid to their top brass. | |||
| 14 Jan 2025 | Rugby Daily | Sheehan boost, Munster coach update, Borthwick explains change of captain | 00:09:31 | |
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings news of a massive boost for both Leinster and Ireland. And we hear from James Ryan ahead of their meeting with Bath, Ian Costello provides Richie with an update on their head coach's vacancy ahead of their Investec Champions Cup trip to Northampton - a game you can hear live an exclusive on Saturday's Off The Ball. Conor Murray also shares the latest on his future. Neil Doak has named his Ireland squad for the U20 Six Nations. And Steve Borthwick explains his decision to switch up the England captaincy. | |||
| 18 May 2022 | KEITH WOOD: I like O'Gara being 'bitchy' | Leinster magic | Rugby on OTB AM | 00:17:57 | |
Former-Ireland captain Keith Wood reflects on the Champions Cup semi-finals.
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| 29 Apr 2024 | Anna Caplice: Ireland's successful Six Nations | OTB Breakfast Rugby | 00:19:07 | |
Former Ireland back-row, Anna Caplice joined Ger and Eoin on Off The Ball Breakfast to speak about Ireland's successful Six Nations campaign and the importance of the AIL. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball | |||
| 18 Sep 2023 | Rugby Daily: Erasmus rules out IRFU role, Eben Etzebeth set for South Africa return, Eddie Jones reacts to Fiji loss | 00:07:04 | |
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the details as Rassie Erasmus rules out a potential future role with the IRFU. There's also injury news from the South African camp ahead of their clash with Ireland next weekend. Eddie Jones is already looking ahead to Australia's meeting with Wales after their loss to Fiji. And England head coach Steve Borthwick wants his side to continue their upward trajectory after a 34-12 win over Japan. | |||
| 18 May 2023 | Rugby Daily | Wasps' collapse complete, Ulster go French, Kolisi return? | 00:04:22 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the latest sad chapter in Wasps' financial collapse.
Ulster are set to add some much-needed depth to their front row.
There's mixed injury news ahead of the World Cup for the Springboks and England.
Plus, the Women's Six Nations Player and Team of the Championship are revealed. | |||
| 12 Oct 2022 | Keith Wood's BEST XV he ever played against | 00:36:33 | |
Keith Wood joins Ger & Shane to pick the best XV internationals he's ever played against.
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| 14 Jun 2023 | Rugby Daily | Rassie on Kleyn call-up, new Champions Cup format, U20 squad revealed | 00:10:13 | |
On a bumper Wednesday edition, Richie McCormack explains the new Heineken Champions Cup format.
Richie Murphy has named his squad for the upcoming U20 World Championship in South Africa.
Rassie Erasmus explains Jean Kleyn's call-up to the Springboks squad.
Warren Gatland says he might not have returned to Wales had he known the extent of their trobules.
Plus, French rugby has a new boss. | |||
| 16 Jan 2023 | MNR | Eddie Jones is back, Munster's blossoming youth, Bundee Aki mystery, relentless Leinster | O'Connor & Hayes | 00:51:53 | |
Nathan Murphy was joined by Irish Grand Slam winner Fiona Hayes and journalist Rúaidhrí O'Connor on this week's edition of Monday Night Rugby.
(01:00) Eddie Jones is back! Have Australia made the right call?
(11:00) Munster's faith in youth is being rewarded.
(28:00) Brilliant Leinster and the battle against complacency.
(35:00) What's going on with Bundee Aki?
(40:00) Ulster's ongoing misery.
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| 09 Nov 2024 | Rugby Daily Special | Reaction to Ireland's loss to the All Blacks | 00:14:08 | |
On a special edition of Rugby Daily from the Aviva Stadium, Richie McCormack brings you all the reaction from Ireland's defeat to the All Blacks. We hear from Andy Farrell on where Ireland must improve, and Caelan Doris on the period of the game that cost Ireland. Scott Barrett on his flashpoint with Joe McCarthy, and Scott Robertson on the biggest win of his coaching career. Plus, news from the Springboks, Scotland and Wales ahead of their Sunday outings. | |||
| 21 Mar 2023 | Ugo Monye: England's long-term issues, Trust in Borthwick | 00:20:48 | |
Former England international Ugo Monye joined Ger Gilroy and Adrian Barry on OTB AM to reflect on England's poor Six Nations and look at where the squad can go from here.
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| 28 Sep 2023 | Rugby Daily: Vikki Wall eyes up Olympics, South Africa analyse Irish defeat, more financial trouble in the English club game | 00:09:51 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Vikki Wall eyes up Olympics with Irish Sevens, South Africa say loss to Ireland not all down to kicking and more disappointing news from England domestic game as financial crisis deepens. | |||
| 07 May 2022 | LEICESTER TIGERS 14-23 LEINSTER | European Champions Cup reaction | James Downey | 00:13:21 | |
James Downey joined John Duggan to react to Leinster's win at Leicester Tigers in the Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals!
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| 14 Jan 2023 | MUNSTER SURVIVE NORTHAMPTON FIGHTBACK | Reaction from both coaches, Lewis Ludlam and Roman Salanoa | 00:10:25 | |
Aisling O'Reilly caught up with Munster head coach Graham Rowntree as well as European debutant Roman Salanoa after their narrow 27-23 victory over Northampton Saints in Thomond Park.
She also caught up with the Saints' Director of Rugby Phil Dowson and captain Lewis Ludlam as Munster moved into their top four of their Heineken Champions Cup group.
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| 07 Apr 2022 | BRIAN O'DRISCOLL & FIONA HAYES | The Ireland rebuild continues | The Six Nations Show | 00:36:45 | |
Aisling O’Reilly is joined by Fiona Hayes and Brian O’Driscoll on this week’s Six Nations Show to reflect on a very difficult weekend for a growing Irish side and what they can do to rectify their issues this weekend at home to Italy.
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| 03 Apr 2024 | The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster fail to impress against Cardiff, and Northampton rematch on the horizon Ep.92 | 00:20:49 | |
Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Cardiff and to preview this weekend’s huge clash with Northampton. (0.30) Intro and comments (10.15) Fiona and Quinny look back at the win over Cardiff (25.00) Star of the week (26.25) Munster v Northampton Preview The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78 | |||
| 23 Nov 2022 | Rugby Daily: ROG's whopper ban, new Leinster CEO speaks + Aussie injury crisis | 00:06:59 | |
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ronan O'Gara's latest huge ban in France.
We hear from Keith Wood ahead of Munster's interpro with Connacht.
The Wallabies have major injury headaches ahead of their test with Wales.
And there's contract news galore in France. | |||
| 17 Dec 2024 | Rugby Daily | New deals for Aki & Ryan, Lawlor commits to Munster, Leinster performing in-game trials | 00:10:48 | |
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the two latest central contracts to be extended, We hear from Munster skills and assistant attack coach Mossy Lawlor on the day he signed a new two-year deal with the province, plus the latest on their crippling injury list. Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber's revealed they were essentially running in-game trials of new lineout laws last week. And Connacht stalwart Paul Boyle is targeting a scalp at the Aviva this weekend. | |||
| 11 Nov 2024 | OTB Breakfast Bite | Were an ageing Ireland team too cocky? | 00:10:10 | |
Welcome to Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster to this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show...
And today's Breakfast Bite also takes you back to Friday, with Alan Quinlan pondering whether an ageing Ireland team were guilty of being too cocky against New Zealand. You can hear the full podcast by becoming an Off The Ball member NOW at offtheball.com/join Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. | |||
| 24 Feb 2023 | Updates from Rome ahead of Italy vs Ireland | Fiona Hayes pays tribute to Tom Tierney | 00:16:39 | |
Ger Gilroy was joined by OTB's Aisling O'Reilly live from the Stadio Olimpico in Rome with news out of the Ireland camp ahead of this weekend's Six Nations clash with Italy.
Ger was then joined on the phone by former Ireland international Fiona Hayes who spoke to us about the tragically departed Tom Tierney.
A former Ireland international and Munster scrum-half, Tom memorably coached the Ireland women's team to Grand Slam success in 2015.
As a player on that team, and now as a coach who has worked alongside Tierney, Fiona paid tribute to Tom after his most untimely passing.
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| 10 Oct 2022 | Connacht smash Munster on new pitch | Alan Quinlan | 00:18:39 | |
Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger and Nathan on #OTBAM as the woes continued for Graham Rowntree's side with defeat to Connacht in Galway on Friday night.
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| 20 May 2023 | LA ROCHELLE SHATTER LEINSTER HEARTS | Alan Quinlan, Leo Cullen, Ronan O'Gara and Donnacha Ryan Reaction | 00:48:52 | |
Cuan O'Flatharta, John Duggan and Alan Quinlan James Tracy dissect La Rochelle's last minute victory over Leinster in the Heineken Champions Cup final.
Plus, Aisling O'Reilly caught up with losing head coach Leo Cullen, as well as victorious duo of La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara and assistant coach Donnacha Ryan.
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| 06 Jan 2023 | ROG & Quinny: Ireland's future 10's | 00:28:21 | |
Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon of OTB AM were joined by Munster and Ireland legends, Ronan O’Gara and Alan Quinlan.
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| 06 Sep 2023 | Rugby Daily | Keenan on Romania, France & All Blacks teams, Munster injury woe | 00:07:35 | |
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of their World Cup opener with Romania. We hear from Hugo Keenan and Paul O'Connell. France and the All Blacks have named their teams for the tournament's grand opening, and both teams are missing inside centres. Fiji suffer a major blow on the injury front. And Munster's absentee list is growing by the day. | |||
| 11 Jul 2024 | OTB Rugby Daily | Major bombshell in team selection for second South Africa Test | 00:04:52 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Andy Farrell has named his starting team to face South Africa in the second and final test of their series and Fiona Hayes gives her reaction. | |||
| 11 Jan 2023 | WNR | Owen Farrell's off to 'tackle school', Champions Cup preview, players on the Ireland precipice | Wood & D'Arcy | 00:49:06 | |
Joe Molloy was joined by Irish rugby legends Keith Wood and Gordon D'Arcy for this week's Wednesday Night Rugby.
(01:00) Owen Farrell, 'tackle school' and rugby bans.
(17:00) Munster open up to the media.
(23:00) Players hoping to break in Andy Farrell's Ireland plans.
(37:00) HCC preview: Gloucester-Leinster; Munster-Northampton; La Rochelle-Ulster
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| 15 Jun 2022 | Ireland squad named for tour to NZ | Number ten problems | Gordon D'Arcy | 00:20:43 | |
Former Ireland international Gordon D'Arcy joined Eoin Sheahan and Johnny Ward to discuss the Ireland touring squad and problems at Leinster.
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| 14 Nov 2023 | The Red 78 Unlocked: Ulster victorious, Stormers in Limerick and a tribute to Andrew Conway - Ep. 76 | 00:21:19 | |
Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds’ defeat to Ulster in Belfast. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, there’s a preview of the URC Grand Final rematch with Stormers and we pay tribute to Andrew Conway. (0.30) Intro The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78 | |||
| 16 Jan 2024 | Lindsey Peat: Being a part of the Laochra Gael legacy | 00:12:12 | |
Tommy Rooney spoke to Irish and Leinster rugby legend Lindsey Peat at 2024 Laochra Gael launch. | |||
| 13 Jul 2022 | How Ireland defeated the All Blacks | New Zealand getting worse, not better? | Derek McNamara | 00:17:20 | |
Derek McNamara from Sports Asset Management joined Johnny Ward and Ger Gilroy on #OTBAM to break down New Zealand's loss to Ireland in Dunedin and discussed the numbers behind the All Blacks mini crisis.
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| 22 Sep 2023 | Rugby Daily | Dupont injury latest, Stick issues Ireland challenge, Jones on future | 00:15:41 | |
On Friday's bumper Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Antoine Dupont's injury with the France captain's World Cup participation hanging by a thread. We hear from Paul O'Connell, Mzwandile Stick, Damien de Allende and Brian O'Driscoll ahead of tomorrow's showdown at the Stade de France. And Eddie Jones gives the latest on his future as Australia head coach, with sympathy coming from a surprising source. | |||
| 28 Dec 2022 | The Red 78 Ep. 51 | Are Munster on the right track? 'Incredibly good' Leinster | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs | 00:38:20 | |
It's episode 51 to close out 2022. As ever, Quinny & Niamh have all the breakdown from a festive clash with Leinster on St. Stephen's Day.
(00:00-02:00) Quinny on dealing with being spotted in the crowd.
(02:00-05:00) Fans on the pod?
(05:00-07:30) Leinster 'different gravy'.
(07:30-13:00) What do the fans think?
(13:00-19:00) Half-back pressure.
(19:00-22:00) Munster work-rate.
(22:00-28:00) Crucial refereeing decisions.
(28:00-30:00) Star of the week.
(30:00-35:00) Ravenhill New Year's test.
(35:00-38:00) Will Munster have a better 2023?
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| 19 Mar 2023 | Ireland clinch the Grand Slam, the importance of family, transformation under Farrell | Andy Dunne | 00:07:25 | |
Aisling O'Reilly spoke to Andy Dunne after Ireland's 29-16 win over England.
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| 01 Nov 2022 | The Red 78 Ep.43 | Refereeing inconsistencies, implications if Munster weren’t to make the Champions Cup and who starts for Ireland? | 00:46:28 | |
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs talk about Munster’s recent defeat to Ulster, the lay of the land after the first seven games and look forward to Ireland’s upcoming clash vs South Africa.
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| 07 Nov 2022 | Rugby Daily: Murray ruled out, Stick on Jenkins, Russell returns and Eddie on England | 00:09:39 | |
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has all the injury updates following the weekend's internationals.
Mzwandile Stick on Jason Jenkins' return to Munster, and the importance of Thursday's game in Cork.
Finn Russell is back for Scotland; there are more Ulster contracts being doled out, and Eddie Jones responds to England's loss to the Pumas. | |||
| 18 Oct 2022 | The Red 78 Ep.41 | Leinster look ahead | Strength of the bench | Is Casey our no.9? | 00:42:10 | |
It's a big week for Munster with Leinster waiting in the Aviva on Saturday, Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs have all the preview and reaction from the Bulls on this week's Red 78!
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| 28 Mar 2024 | Rugby Daily | Leinster recall big guns, Rees-Zammit to KC Chiefs, Care spurns France move | 00:06:12 | |
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Good Friday's top of the table clash in the URC with Leinster up against the Bulls. Louis Rees-Zammit appears to be entering the NFL right at the top. And Danny Care has shunned the chance to join the Premiership exodus to France. | |||
| 05 Jan 2023 | Ben Healy to Scotland, Irish players abroad to watch | 00:12:56 | |
Following the news of Ben Healy moving to Scotland, Cameron Hill takes us through the Irish player plying their trade abroad.
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| 10 Mar 2022 | RONAN O'GARA: Sexton dependency, exciting England, France & La Rochelle | Six Nations | 00:38:32 | |
Munster and Ireland legend and La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara was live in studio for this morning's OTB AM.
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| 23 Jun 2022 | RONAN O'GARA: New Zealand Tour Can Be A Game Changer For Harry Byrne | 00:21:58 | |
Ireland legend and La Rochelle coach, Ronan O'Gara, joined Eoin and Shane to look ahead to the upcoming tour of New Zealand, with a focus on Andy Farrell's options at out-half.
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| 31 May 2023 | Ronan O'Gara: RWC consultant for Ireland? no advantage to being 17 points down! | 00:24:30 | |
La Rochelle Head Coach Ronan O'Gara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM for the first time since winning back-to-back Champions Cups with a 27-26 win over Leinster earlier this month.
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| 28 Aug 2023 | Rugby Daily | Squad reveal, Barrett's World Cup in jeopardy, Jones on France defeat | 00:11:04 | |
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp. We hear from Andy Farrell and Jonathan Sexton as the final squad of 33 is revealed. We hear too from All Blacks head coach Ian Foster, who can count on Scott Barrett at the World Cup. Steve Borthwick tries to explain away England's shock defeat to Fiji, as they fall to a record low in the World Rugby rankings. Plus, Eddie Jones on his latest defeat in the Australia job. | |||
| 08 Feb 2023 | WNR: "Ireland will beat France by 10-15 points" | England should drop Farrell | Thornley and Dunne | 00:50:57 | |
Gerry Thornley and Andy Dunne joined Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby were the lads were bullish about Ireland's chances against France.
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(0:00) - Ross Byrne's Irish revival.
(10:05) - Ireland's comfortable afternoon in Cardiff. Silencing the crowd.
(18:09) - Structured creativity under Andy Farrell.
(30:08) - What can we expect between Ireland and France.
(42:00) England don't look great.
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| 27 Nov 2024 | The Red78 Unlocked | New deals for Prendergast and Leamy, and Lions preview | Ep.111 | 00:17:11 | |
Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to discuss the new contracts for Mike Prendergast and Denis Leamy, the rumours about the head coach position, the upcoming clash with the Lions and more. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join. | |||
| 03 Aug 2023 | Andy Farrell names Ireland team to take on Italy | Notable changes from 2019 RWC run-in | Cian Tracey | 00:42:32 | |
Will O'Callaghan was joined by journalist Cian Tracey to discuss the Ireland team named for this weekend's pre-World Cup clash with Italy in the Aviva Stadium on Thursday's Off The Ball.
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| 28 Nov 2022 | Rugby Daily: Henshaw out, Morel out, Pivac out? | 00:07:17 | |
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details on Robbie Henshaw's Christmas-ruining injury.
Munster have concerns of their own after the win over Connacht.
There'll be a change at the top of Six Nations Rugby.
Plus, could Gatland and Howley replace Pivac with sorry Wales? | |||
| 13 Jul 2022 | Ireland v New Zealand test series finale | Frawley to take the reins post-Sexton | Fiona Coghlan | 00:10:39 | |
Fiona Coghlan joined Johnny Ward on #OTBAM to discuss Ireland's opportunity to claim a series win against the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday.
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| 03 Nov 2023 | Rugby Daily | ROG on Lions, Carbery blow, Cane to Japan | 00:06:56 | |
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ronan O'Gara's response to talk linking him with a Lions gig. There's bad news for Joey Carbery and Munster as a former Cork hurling star awaits the provincial debut. Jack Carty's back for Connacht, and Ulster make a host of changes for tomorrow's derby in Galway. Plus, Sam Cane's off to Japan as his former All Blacks coach lands a dig on New Zealand Rugby. | |||
| 18 May 2023 | How Leinster can beat La Rochelle's Game Plan | Derek McNamara | 00:20:58 | |
OTB's favourite rugby statistician is back with a breakdown of all the key figures between La Rochelle and Leinster ahead of their Champions Cup showdown at the weekend.
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| 13 Sep 2023 | Rugby Daily | Conan Boks hope, choral anthem update, Keegan insight | 00:16:05 | |
On Wendesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Jack Conan's injury status ahead of the Tonga game. We hear from Keith Earls, Craig Casey, Mick Kearney and performance coach Gary Keegan. We hear too from the World Cup organisers on the stadium entry issues, the choral anthems and tournament refereeing. Ian Foster speaks after naming his All Blacks side to face Namibia. And four World Cup debutants are named in the Wales team to play Portugal. | |||
| 30 Aug 2022 | 'Argentina did not give New Zealand an inch' | Ireland's over-reliance on Djougang | FIONA HAYES | 00:25:52 | |
Grand Slam-winning front rower Fiona Hayes spoke with Will O'Callaghan after a weekend of exciting rugby that saw Japan bounce back to beat Ireland, Australia defeat the Springboks and Argentina record their first ever victory over New Zealand on New Zealand soil.
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| 18 Sep 2024 | Rugby Daily | Easterby discusses Emerging squad, more bad news for Joey Carbery, Rassie fires Mgomezulu warning | 00:08:34 | |
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Emerging Ireland squad that will tour South Africa next month. We hear from its head coach Simon Easterby on Zac Ward, Cormac Izuchukwu and Sam Prendergast. It's a doubly good day for Ulster's Harry Sheridan. Joey Carbery's injury fears confirmed. And Rassie Eramus' rebuke for injured Springboks star Sacha Feinberg-Mgomezulu. | |||
| 14 May 2024 | Rugby Daily | Henderson blow for Ireland, Cordero set for Connacht debut, Vunipolas exit | 00:05:18 | |
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has bad news for Andy Farrell from the Ulster camp. There's mixed news regarding Connacht's back three ahead of their must-win game with the Stormers. We hear from Pete Wilkins regarding their humbling in Limerick. And the Vunipolas are confirmed to be leaving Saracens. | |||
| 31 May 2023 | The Red 78 Ep. 73 | Season Finale | URC Champions! | Niamh Briggs last pod | Briggs & Quinlan | 00:48:25 | |
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs review Munster's incredible URC final win over The Stormers in Cape Town, look back on a very eventful season, and Niamh Briggs signs off in style in her last ever Red 78 pod as she focuses on her coaching career.
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