RTÉ Rugby: Recent Episodes
RTÉ Sport
The RTÉ Sport team bring you the latest news from the world of rugby, as well as interesting features and discussions around the big issues in the sport.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman as we look ahead to Friday's meeting of Ireland and Argentina in the Autumn Nations Series.
Neil Treacy is joined by Johne Murphy and Mick Kearney as we look back on Ireland's disappointing 23-13 defeat to New Zealand last Friday.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on the RTÉ Rugby podcast as we look ahead to the meeting of Ireland and New Zealand at Aviva Stadium on Friday night.
Neil Treacy is joined by Jonny Holland on the first of two RTÉ Rugby podcasts this week, as we begin previewing Ireland's Friday night lights showdown with New Zealand.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to discuss the major news of the week in rugby, as Munster part company with head coach Graham Rowntree. We also recap the Round 6 results in the BKT United Rugby Championship.
In this bonus podcast, Neil Treacy is joined by Tackle Your Feelings ambassadors Zac Ward and Beibhinn Parsons, who look back on their respective Olympic experiences, as well as their ambitions in the XV-a-side game.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman to discuss the key points from the Ireland squad for next month's Autumn Nations Series, including the return of Johnny Sexton to the coaching staff. We also look at the major talking points from the last week in the URC.
Neil Treacy, Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland break down the big talking points of the week in the URC. We look at the backlash that's emerged in recent days to the planned global trial of a 20-minute red card, as well as recapping the weekend's Interpros. Later (46:53), Hannah O'Connor joins Neil to recap Ireland's successful WXV campaign.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy as we preview two big Interpro games in the BKT United Rugby Championship. Later (56:10), Hannah O'Connor joins the pod to recap Ireland's WXV defeat to Canada, and look ahead to Friday's game versus USA.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to recap a busy weekend in the URC, including Connacht's comeback win against the Sharks and Munster's shock defeat to Zebre. Later (44:40), former Ireland international Hannah O'Connor reacts to Ireland's incredible win against New Zealand in the WXV.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to recap an incredible opening weekend of games in the BKT United Rugby Championship. We are also joined by former Ireland international Hannah O'Connor, who looks ahead to Ireland's first WXV game against New Zealand.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland for the first episode in the new season of the RTÉ Rugby podcast. We look at Simon Easterby's confirmation as interim Ireland coach next season, plus we break down how the provinces are looking ahead of the new URC campaign.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy on the RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we recap Ireland's dramatic win against South Africa in the second Test in Durban.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast to recap Saturday's first Test defeat against South Africa, and look ahead at this weekend's final game of the season in Durban.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to look ahead at Ireland's first Test against South Africa on Saturday. Neil brings the latest news from the Ireland camp in Johannesburg, while Bernard and Jonny analyse how Andy Farrell's side can go about challenging the world champions.
Neil Treacy is joined on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast by Eddie O'Sullivan and Jonny Holland to break down the big news from Andy Farrell's Ireland squad to tour South Africa. We also look back on a weekend of surprises in the URC, as Munster and Leinster lose their semi-finals.
Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy join Neil Treacy on the RTÉ Rugby podcast to look ahead at this week's BKT United Rugby Championship semi-finals, where Munster face Glasgow Warriors, and Leinster travel to the Bulls.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to look through the big news of the week in Irish rugby, and preview the URC quarter-finals
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast. The panel look back on last Saturday's Investec Champions Cup final between Leinster and Toulouse, while also rounding up the rest of the week's big news in Irish rugby.
Neil Treacy is joined by Jonny Holland and Johne Murphy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we look ahead to Leinster's Investec Champions Cup final against Toulouse. The panel also pay tribute to Simon Zebo, who is to retire at the end of the season, while we recap last weekend's big URC talking points.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast. The panel react to the news that Richie Murphy has been named permanent head coach at Ulster, while we also recap and preview the weekend's results in the BKT United Rugby Championship, and the new law changes that World Rugby are enforcing this summer.
Neil Treacy is joined by Jonny Holland and Johne Murphy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast. The panel look back at Leinster's Investec Champions Cup semi-final win over the Northampton Saints, the return of the BKT URC this weekend, and Jonny's recent Energia AIL success with Cork Con.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Mick Kearney to recap another busy week in the URC, and look ahead to the Champions Cup semi-final between Leinster and Northampton. Later in the pod, Alison Miller joins Neil to look back on Ireland's 15-12 win over Scotland in the Guinness Women's Six Nations
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to look through a dramatic weekend of changes in the playoff race for the BKT United Rugby Championship. We also speak to Alison Miller ahead of Ireland's Guinness Women's Six Nations showdown with Scotland on Saturday in Belfast.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Munster wing Johne Murphy to recap a busy week across the four provinces. We look at Leinster's big moves in the market, their win over La Rochelle, as well as previewing this week's URC games. Later, Neil is joined by Alison Miller to recap Ireland's Six Nations win against Wales.
Neil Treacy is joined on this week's podcast by former Ireland internationals Bernard Jackman and Alison Miller. Among other topics, the panel look ahead to this weekend's big Champions Cup meeting of Leinster and La Rochelle, and discuss the big news of Cliodhna Moloney's return to the Ireland squad.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Coghlan on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast. This week, the panel recap Ireland's Guinness Women's Six Nations defeat to Italy, while we also recap a busy week in the URC, and look ahead to the last 16 of the Champions and Challenge Cup.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Ireland captain Fiona Coghlan, and ex-Ireland and Scotland head coach Philip Doyle on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast. The panel recap Ireland's Women's Six Nations defeat to France, and look ahead to the Round 2 meeting with Italy on Sunday.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to recap the 2024 Guinness Six Nations. We look back over Ireland's title winning campaign, and where they need to get better ahead of their tour to South Africa this summer. And we also check in on some of the bigger transfer news around the Irish provinces.
Neil Treacy speaks to Ireland head coach Scott Bemand, second row Fiona Tuite and senior coach John McKee ahead of the start of the Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy ahead of the final round of games in the Guinness Six Nations We look back on Ireland's defeat to England at Twickenham, look ahead to Saturday's meeting with Scotland, and discuss the implications of Antoine Frisch's call-up for France.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and The Telegraph's Ben Coles to look ahead to this weekend's Guinness Six Nations meeting of England and Ireland at Twickenham.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on the RTÉ Rugby podcast as we recap Ireland's 31-7 Guinness Six Nations win against Wales.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and JP Cooney on the RTÉ Rugby podcast. The panel discuss Dan McFarland's reported exit from Ulster, while looking ahead to this week's games in the Guinness Six Nations
Kildare man Cormac Daly speaks to Neil Treacy about his journey from Clontarf to the Queensland Reds, as he prepares for his first season in Super Rugby Pacific.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy as we recap Round 2 of the Guinness Six Nations. The panel look back on Ireland's 36-0 win against Italy, and discuss the major talking points of the week.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Connacht prop JP Cooney to look back on the opening round of the 2024 Guinness Six Nations championship.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to preview the opening round of the Guinness Six Nations, with Ireland facing France on Friday night in Marseille.
Neil Treacy speaks to La Rochelle coach and former Ireland international Ronan O'Gara ahead of this week's Guinness Six Nations opener between France and Ireland in Marseille. We also hear from John Fogarty, Jamison Gibson-Park and Robbie Henshaw ahead of Friday's game at Stade Velodrome.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to look back over the week's big talking points in rugby. We recap a mixed weekend for the provinces in the Investec Champions Cup, and discuss the release of Netflix's Six Nations docu-series.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on the RTÉ Rugby podcast as we react to the announcement of Ireland's Six Nations squad, with Peter O'Mahony confirmed as the new captain. We also look back on the weekend's results in the Investec Champions Cup, and Neil chats to new Munster signing Oli Jager about his move from the Crusaders.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to discuss the major talking points of the rugby week. We break down Ireland's Six Nations injury worries, Andy Farrell for the Lions, Joey Carbery's move to France, and the week's Champions Cup previews.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to look back on the New Year's Day wins for Ulster and Connacht over Leinster and Munster. We also examine Munster's lineout issues, and whether referees are 'coaching' teams too much at the breakdown.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on the RTÉ Rugby podcast. The panel react to the news that Andrew Goodman will join the Irish coaching team, as well as discuss the Christmas Interpros in the URC.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on the RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we react to the shock news that Leinster have signed Munster lock RG Snyman, as well as looking back on another mixed weekend of Champions Cup rugby. Plus, Neil chats to Ireland Leinster number 8 Caelan Doris about his new IRFU contract.
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby podcast by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to look back on the opening weekend of games in the Investec Champions Cup.
Neil Treacy is joined by Johne Murphy and JP Cooney on this week's podcast. The panel look back on Leinster's dramatic win against Connacht, and we do a full preview of the four provinces as they begin their Champions Cup campaigns.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and former Connacht prop JP Cooney to discuss the big talking points of the week in the BKT United Rugby Championship.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy on the RTÉ Rugby podcast as we look ahead to Leinster v Munster at the Aviva Stadium. We also check in on Connacht and Ulster after the pair recorded important wins against South African opposition.
Neil Treacy is joined by Jonny Holland to look back on this week's URC action. We examine how Ulster beat Munster in Belfast after perfecting the basics, as the province bounced back from their defeat to Connacht. And we look ahead to Munster v Stormers, Sharks v Connacht and Leinster's upcoming arrival of senior coach Jacques Nienaber.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy on this week's podcast. The panel look over last week's Interpro win for Connacht against Ulster, and look ahead at Munster's trip to Belfast. And we discuss which young players have stood out ahead of the return of the international contingent.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to recap the Rugby World Cup final, as South Africa edge past New Zealand in a thriller in Paris. We also discuss what improvements Ireland have to make, as they begin the next World Cup cycle.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and former New Zealand hooker James Parsons to look ahead at the Rugby World Cup final between New Zealand and South Africa. We break down the key battle areas, and also look at the risks involved in South Africa's 7:1 bench split.
Neil Treacy is joined by BJ Botha and Mike McCarthy to look back on last weekend's RWC semi-finals, as South Africa and New Zealand booked their place in this Saturday's decider.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and The Telegraph's Charlie Morgan to look ahead at this weekend's Rugby World Cup semi-finals. We examine what England have to do to cause an upset against South Africa, and whether Michael Cheika can inspire a shock for Argentina against New Zealand.
Neil Treacy is joined by Jonny Holland and BJ Botha to look back on Ireland's RWC elimination at the hands of New Zealand. Plus, we also speak to journalist Illtud Dafydd about the reaction to France's loss to South Africa.
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby podcast by Bernard Jackman and former New Zealand and Auckland Blues hooker James Parsons to look ahead to this weekend's World Cup quarter-final between Ireland and the All Blacks.
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby World Cup podcast by Jonny Holland and Mick Kearney to look back in Ireland's 36-14 win against Scotland in Paris. The panel examine the role Ireland's dominant defence played in the victory, and we start looking ahead to Saturday's quarter-final against New Zealand.
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby World Cup podcast by former Ireland internationals Bernard Jackman and Dan Leavy to look ahead at this Saturday's meeting of Ireland and Scotland at Stade de France.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Scotland scrum-half Rory Lawson and James Downey as the build-up to the defining Pool B clash between Ireland and Scotland begins to ramp up.
Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined by Christy Doran of The Roar to discuss the fallout from Australia's disastrous Rugby World Cup campaign. Neil and Bernard also look at how Wales have turned their fortunes around to reach the quarter-finals, and we turn our attentions towards Ireland's meeting with Scotland.
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby World Cup podcast by Jonny Holland and Mike McCarthy to look back on how Ireland edged past South Africa in an epic RWC Pool B game in Paris.
Neil Treacy is by Lyon coach and former Scotland attack coach AB Zondagh, as well as Bernard Jackman ahead of Ireland's RWC meeting with South Africa. The panel analyse Ireland's team selection, as well as examining how they can break down the Springboks defence.
Neil Treacy is joined by BJ Botha and Mick Kearney on the RTÉ Rugby World Cup podcast, for a full preview of Ireland's crucial Pool B meeting with defending champions South Africa in Paris on Saturday.
Neil Treacy is joined on the Rugby World Cup podcast by Bernard Jackman and Stephen Ferris to look ahead to Ireland's Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting with Tonga on Saturday. The panel also react to the rest of the major news from week one of the RWC.
Neil Treacy is joined by James Downey and former South Africa World Cup-winner BJ Botha to look back on the opening week's games at the Rugby World Cup in France, as Ireland start their campaign with an 82-8 win against Romania.
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby World Cup podcast by former Munster out-half and Cork Constitution coach Jonny Holland. The pair look ahead to the opening round of games at the RWC, with a focus on Ireland v Romania.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Ireland international centres Darren Cave and James Downey on the RTÉ Rugby World Cup podcast. We take a general look ahead at the RWC 2023, and whether or not Ireland can break their quarter-final glass ceiling. And the panel also preview this weekend's opening round of matches.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Mick Kearney to pick apart the big calls in Ireland's RWC squad, and their narrow win against Samoa. We also discuss the fallout of South Africa's win against New Zealand, and England's defeat to Fiji.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman, Fiona Coghlan and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast. The panel react to Ireland's 29-10 win against England, and also make their predictions for how Andy Farrell's final 33-man squad for the RWC will look.
Andrew Conway joins Neil Treacy on a bonus episode of the RTÉ Rugby podcast. The Munster and Ireland wing discusses his recovery from a long-term knee injury which has kept him sidelined since March 2022.
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby podcast by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Coghlan as the countdown continues to the Rugby World Cup. We discuss the shock decision to overturn Owen Farrell's red card and look ahead to this weekend's warm-up game between Ireland and England.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Mick Kearney on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, to look back on Ireland's 33-17 win against Italy on Saturday. We also look at some of the interesting selections made by South Africa and England, after they named their 33-man squads for the World Cup.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on the new season of the RTÉ Rugby podcast as we look ahead to Ireland's opening Rugby World Cup warm-up game against Italy this Saturday. We also cast an eye over the Rugby Championship which concluded last weekend, with New Zealand hitting top form just in time for the RWC.
Neil Treacy is joined by Ireland prop and Tackle Your Feelings Schools ambassador Tadhg Furlong to discuss the latest from the Irish camp ahead of the Rugby World Cup later this year.
Ireland and Ulster second row Iain Henderson speaks to the RTÉ Rugby podcast's Neil Treacy, as Ireland continue their Rugby World Cup preparations. Henderson speaks about his new IRFU contract and dismisses the transfer speculation around him, and how Ireland are faring in their World Cup camp.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Munster out-half Jonny Holland to look back on Saturday's BKT United Rugby Championship Grand Final, where Munster beat the Stormers 19-14 in Cape Town. And we also analyse the 42-man training squad selected by Ireland coach Andy Farrell for his pre-World Cup training camp, which starts on 19 June.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Hayes to look back on Leinster's Heineken Champions Cup final defeat to La Rochelle. And we also (from 28:50) preview this weekend's BKT United Rugby Championship Grand Final, with Munster taking on the Stormers in Cape Town.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and James Downey on this week's pod. We break down a major win for Munster, as they claimed a dramatic 16-15 victory over Leinster to reach the final of the URC, and we look at the pressure facing Leinster in this week's Heineken Champions Cup final with La Rochelle.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Eddie O'Sullivan to look ahead to this week's BKT United Rugby Championship semi-finals. Neil is also joined by Leinster and Ireland scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park (45:00) to chat about a busy few weeks ahead for the province.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Eddie O'Sullivan to discuss the fallout from Ireland's disastrous Women's Six Nations campaign and departure of head coach Greg McWilliams. We also look back at the Champions Cup semi-finals, and preview this week's URC quarters.
Neil Treacy, Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley recap the major talking points of the week in rugby. The panel look back on the final round of regular season games in the URC, preview this Saturday's Heineken Champions Cup semi-final between Leinster and Toulouse, while also discussing the final round of the Women's Six Nations.
Leinster full-back Hugo Keenan and head coach Leo Cullen talk to Michael Glennon ahead of their Champions Cup semi-final clash with Toulouse
Ireland forwards Sam Monaghan and Linda Djougang join Michael Glennon on an RTÉ Rugby Podcast special ahead of the Six Nations clash with England. The players discuss down-time, setting realistic targets and who is the best craic in the Irish set-up.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley to look back on a great weekend for the Irish provinces in the BKT United Rugby Championship. And the panel also discuss the big coaching appointments of Jacques Nienaber and Scott Fardy at Leinster and Connacht respectively.
RTÉ Sport's Michael Corcoran speaks to Leinster head coach Leo Cullen about the appointment of South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber to his staff for next season.
Neil Treacy, Bernard Jackman and Eddie O'Sullivan recap the big stories in the week of rugby. We look into the debate around Leinster's dominance, and whether it's built on their financial position, while also looking ahead to this week's games in the URC and Women's Six Nations.
Neil Treacy is joined by Fiona Coghlan and Bernard Jackman to look back on the main talking points of the week in rugby, as we recap the last 16 of the Champions Cup, and Round 2 of the Women's Six Nations.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Eddie O'Sullivan to look over the big rugby news of the week.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Ireland captain Fiona Coghlan to look ahead to the upcoming TikTok Women's Six Nations.
Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley join Neil Treacy to look back on how Ireland sealed the Six Nations Grand Slam, with a 29-16 win against England at the Aviva Stadium.
Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined on this week's pod by former Scotland scrum-half Rory Lawson (from 14:50) to look ahead to this Sunday's Six Nations meeting between the Scots and Ireland at Murrayfield. We also recap a big weekend for the Irish provinces in the URC, with four wins out of four.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Mick Kearney on this week's pod, as we recap Ireland's Six Nations win against Italy, and take an early look ahead at next week's trip to Scotland. We also recap the big URC talking points of the week, with Munster, Leinster, Connacht and Ulster all returning to action this weekend.
Neil Treacy, Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley break down the major talking points of the week in rugby, heading into Round 3 of the Six Nations. We also discuss Connacht's confirmation that Pete Wilkins will take over from director of rugby Andy Friend next season.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Sean Cronin to look back on Round 1 of the Guinness Six Nations, as well as previewing this weekend's games, the pick of which sees Ireland host France at the Aviva Stadium.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley to break down all of the major talking points ahead of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations, and look ahead to the opening round of games, where Ireland face Wales in Cardiff.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, to break down the big talking points in the week of rugby.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Ireland internationals Jamie Heaslip and Hannah Tyrrell for reaction to the announcement of the Irish squad for the 2023 Guinness Six Nations Championship.
Neil Treacy is joined by Sean Cronin and Bernard Jackman to look through this week's big talking points in rugby. We discuss Eddie Jones' swift return to coaching, the continued frustration around rugby's disciplinary process, and who could be in or out of the Six Nations squad, when it's announced by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell on Thursday.
Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley join Neil Treacy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast as we look back on week 12 in the BKT United Rugby Championship.
Neil Treacy is joined by Ireland and Leinster prop, and Tackle Your Feelings ambassador Andrew Porter from 36:30). We also look ahead to the upcoming Women's Interprovincial Series with Munster assistant Fiona Hayes, as well as look back on the big talking points of the last week in rugby.
In the final RTÉ Rugby podcast of 2022, Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman look back on the recent Interpros that saw Leinster beat Munster and Ulster hold off Connacht. And we also preview the New Year's Day Interprovincial games, with Ulster hosting Munster, and Leinster entertaining Connacht.
Former Connacht flanker Eoghan Masterson speaks to Neil Treacy about his exit from the province and life in the French ProD2, having moved to Aurillac last summer.
Neil Treacy is joined by Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman to look back on a mixed start to the Champions Cup for the Irish provinces. We also discuss John Ryan's move to the Chiefs in Super Rugby and how Munster could end up regretting their decision to let him go last summer.
Bernard Jackman and Sean Cronin join Neil Treacy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, to recap the big coaching changes at England and Wales, with Eddie Jones and Wayne Pivac both sacked. We also look ahead to the return of the Champions Cup, with Leinster away to Racing 92, Munster hosting Toulouse and Ulster facing Sale.
Neil Treacy is joined by Eddie O'Sullivan and Ian Keatley to look ahead to this week's top of the table meeting of Leinster and Ulster in the URC. We also look back on last week's big Interpro as Munster saw off Connacht at Thomond Park, while we discuss the possibility of Wales and England potentially changing coaches.
In this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Mick Kearney to look back on Ireland's Autumn Nations Series win against Australia. The panel pick their biggest individual winners from the Tests against Australia, Fiji and South Africa, while we also look ahead to the return of the URC this weekend.
Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined by Australian rugby writer Christy Doran to find out how the Wallabies are shaping up ahead of this weekend's meeting with Ireland at the Aviva Stadium.
Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman join Neil Treacy on the RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we look back on Ireland's 19-16 win against South Africa. We also look ahead to Munster's eagerly anticipated clash with a South Africa select XV at a sold-out Páírc Uí Chaoimh on Thursday.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Ireland internationals Stephen Ferris and Fiona Coghlan, as well as South African rugby content creator Jared Wright, to look ahead to the first of this month's Tests against South Africa.
Fiona Hayes and Mick Kearney join Neil Treacy to run through the main talking points of the week in rugby. In particular, we focus on the big game of the weekend in the URC, as Munster host Ulster (7:10).
In our sixth episode of the RTÉ Rugby podcast season, Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley join Neil Treacy to give their take on the 37-man Ireland squad named by Andy Farrell for the upcoming November Tests. And we also look ahead at this week's URC action, which sees Leinster host Munster, Ulster face Sharks, and Connacht against Scarlets.
Neil Treacy is joined by Eddie O'Sullivan and Fiona Hayes on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we recap the top stories of the week in the BKT United Rugby Championship.
Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland are on hand to join Neil Treacy for episode 4 of the new RTÉ Rugby podcast season. We look ahead to this Friday's big Interpro between Connacht and Munster in Galway, and chat about the recent time-keeping issues affecting the game.
In episode 3 of the new season of the RTÉ Rugby podcast, Neil Treacy is joined by Mick Kearney and Fiona Hayes, to discuss the major talking points of the week. We look ahead at this week's games in the BKT United Rugby Championship, while also discussing Stuart Lancaster's big move to Racing 92.
In episode 2 of the new RTÉ Rugby podcast season, Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley join Neil Treacy to discuss the opening round of games in the BKT United Rugby Championship, after what was a mixed weekend for the Irish provinces.
In episode 1 of the new RTÉ Rugby podcast season, Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Hayes as we run the microscope over all four Irish provinces for the new campaign. We also scrutinise the upcoming Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa, and ask whether or not it's a good idea.
In the final podcast of the season, Neil Treacy is joined by former Ireland internationals Sean Cronin and James Downey to look back on Ireland's memorable Test series win against New Zealand.
Neil Treacy is joined by Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Michael Corcoran as we look ahead to Ireland's Test series decider against New Zealand this Saturday in Wellington.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman as well as Michael Corcoran, who joins us live from Dunedin, as we look ahead to Ireland's second Test match against the All Blacks. We react to the team announced by Andy Farrell this morning, which sees Mack Hansen brought in for Keith Earls.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman, Donal Lenihan and Michael Corcoran, as Ireland head coach Andy Farrell names his team for Saturday's first Test with New Zealand at Eden Park.
New Zealand rugby writer Jamie Wall chats to Neil Treacy, while former Ireland flanker Stephen Ferris talks to Michael Glennon about Ireland's upcoming three-Test series against the All Blacks.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we preview Ireland's upcoming tour of New Zealand, which begins on 29 June against the Maori All Blacks. And we speak about Leinster scrum-half Nick McCarthy, who this week spoke publicly about his sexuality, and decision to come out as gay.
Neil Treacy is joined by Eddie O'Sullivan and Fiona Hayes to give their take on the 40-man squad named by Andy Farrell for Ireland's summer tour of New Zealand. We also recap a disappointing weekend for Leinster and Ulster, who were beaten in the semi-finals of the United Rugby Championship.
Neil Treacy, Fiona Hayes and Eddie O'Sullivan break down the week's big rugby talking points. Will Leinster and Ulster set up an all-Irish URC final? Has Jordan Larmour rediscovered his magic? Is James Hume able to break into the Ireland team? What legacy has Johann van Graan left in Munster?
Neil Treacy is joined by Eddie O'Sullivan and Fiona Hayes to look back on Leinster's Heineken Champions Cup final defeat to La Rochelle. We preview this weekend's URC quarter-finals, and we also discuss the big coaching moves of the day, with Denis Leamy heading to Munster, and Sean O'Brien taking his place at Leinster.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Donal Lenihan as we preview this Saturday's Heineken Champions Cup final between Leinster and La Rochelle. The panel look at the key battles in this Saturday's final, and examine whether Leinster are reaping the rewards of some key players missing out on selection for last year's Lions tour.
The panel review Leinster's excellent performance against Toulouse and look ahead to the URC clashes between Leinster and Munster and Ulster and Sharks.
Hugh Cahill is joined by Donal Lenihan and Fiona Hayes to look back on last weekend's Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals, and preview Leinster's semi-final versus Toulouse. We also break down the pros and cons of next season's Champions Cup format, as well as the proposed new Nations Championship for Test rugby.
Ireland international Eimear Considine and Adelaide Crows star Aislish Considine join Michael Glennon for a special podcast to discuss semi-pro contracts, rugby ball size and AFLW victory
Neil Treacy, Eddie O'Sullivan and Fiona Hayes look back on Ireland's TikTok Women's Six Nations campaign. We also look ahead to this weekend's Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals, with Munster hosting Toulouse at the Aviva Stadium, while Leinster take on the Leicester Tigers at Welford Road.
Munster back row Jack O'Donoghue joins a special edition of the podcast to discuss his form, the new coaching ticket at the club and the threat of Toulouse in the Heineken Champions Cup.
Neil Treacy, Eddie O'Sullivan and Fiona Hayes look ahead to the final round of the TikTok Women's Six Nations between Ireland and Scotland. We also look ahead to the penultimate round of games in the United Rugby Championship, with plenty on the line in the race for the playoffs.
Hugh Cahill is joined by Fiona Hayes, Donal Lenihan and Neil Treacy to look back on the Heineken Champions Cup last 16 second legs. We also discuss the big Interpro at Kingspan Stadium this week between Ulster and Munster, and Ireland's TikTik Women's Six Nations trip to England on Sunday.
Eddie O'Sullivan and Fiona Hayes join Michael Glennon to discuss Ireland's much-needed win over Italy in the Women's Six Nations and the Champions Cup round of 16
Eddie O'Sullivan and Fiona Hayes join Neil Treacy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we look back on Ireland's Women's Six Nations defeat to France, pay tribute to the retiring Dan Leavy, and preview this weekend's Heineken Champions Cup Round of 16 first leg ties.
Dave Heffernan and Paul Boyle join for a special episode ahead of Connacht's Heineken Champions Cup first-leg clash with Leinster.
A review Ireland's defeat to Wales in the Women's Six Nations. The panel discuss the current sanctions for high tackles.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Hayes on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, looking back on Ireland's Triple Crown-winning campaign in the Six Nations We also preview the start of the Women's Six Nations, with Nichola Fryday named as the new captain by Greg McWilliams.
Neil Treacy is joined by Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman to look back on Ireland's Guinness Six Nations win against England. There is also a discussion on whether or not players and coaches are improving tackle technique, following Charlie Ewels' red card versus Ireland.
Neil Treacy is joined by former England international Tom May, and former Ireland international Fiona Hayes as we preview Ireland's Guinness Six Nations trip to face England this Saturday. We also discuss Johnny Sexton's new contract which will bring him up to the next Rugby World Cup.
Hugh Cahill is joined by Johnny Holland, Fiona Hayes and Neil Treacy to recap Ireland's 57-6 win against Italy in the Guinness Six Nations. We also look at some potential changes Ireland could make ahead of the Round 4 trip to Twickenham to face England.
Neil Treacy is joined by former Zebre Parma head coach Michael Bradley, as well as regular guests Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman to discuss the future of the Six Nations and Italy's role in it, ahead of this weekend's Round 3 meeting with Ireland.
The panel review Ireland's narrow defeat to France in the second round of the Six Nations. Hooker Dan Sheehan speaks to Michael Glennon about his experience of Paris, the game and THAT tackle.
Hugh Cahill is joined by Racing 92 assistant coach Mike Prendergast as well as Donal Lenihan to look ahead at Ireland's Round 2 Six Nations fixture away to France in Paris. The big talking point from Andy Farrell's team selection sees Joey Carbery come in for the injured Johnny Sexton.
The panel preview Ireland v Wales in the opening game of the Six Nations, and we hear from Andy Farrell as he names his team.
Neil Treacy is joined by Donal Lenihan and Wes Liddy as we recap the final round of Heineken Champions Cup pool stages, and analyse what's to come for the Irish sides in the knockout stage. We also look ahead at how Wales are set ahead of the Six Nations opener against Ireland next week with Simon Thomas.
Neil Treacy is joined by Munster and Ireland scrumhalf Craig Casey as they begin preparations for the 2021 Six Nations. Craig Casey helped launch Lucozade Sport’s new fully recyclable bottle, featuring reduced plastic sleeves, on sale across Ireland now
Munster and Ireland winger Andrew Conway talks about the upcoming Six Nations championship, coaching upheaval at the province.
High Cahill is joined by Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy to pick through the 37-man Ireland squad named by Andy Farrell yesterday. We also recap the anticlimactic finale of the Heineken Champions Cup pool stages this week.
The panel look at the state of affairs in Munster and Leinster ahead of round three of the Champions Cup.
Hugh Cahill is joined by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Hayes for the first RTÉ Rugby podcast of the new year. We look back on last weekend's fiery Interpro between Connacht and Munster, and debate whether Munster should cut ties early with the departing Johann van Graan and Stephen Larkham.
The panel discuss the latest rugby news, while Jared Payne looks ahead to Ulster v Connacht. The attitudes of the French and English sides to Europe is up for discussion.
Despite all four provinces winning in the Champions Cup, the news of Munster coach Johann van Graan's departure and the stand-off between the IRFU and the women's team has dominated the headlines. The panel discuss what's next in the saga and where do Munster turn to for their next head coach.
Hugh Cahill is joined as always by Bernard Jackman, Donal Lenihan and Wes Liddy as we look ahead to the new Heineken Champions Cup season, and a big weekend for all four provinces.
Ireland's Rónan Kelleher is the special guest on the RTÉ Rugby podcast this week. Former Munster out-half Jonny Holland discusses logistical issues around the province's South African adventure
Among the topics up for discussion are Stephen Larkham's departure from Munster, Jack Carty's new Connacht contract and how will Ulster fare without Iain Henderson for the next few games.
Neil Treacy, Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman recap Ireland's sensational 29-20 win against New Zealand, and look ahead to the final Test of 2021 against Argentina on Sunday. We also discuss the surprise retirement announcement of Ireland women's captain Ciara Griffin, ahead of their meeting with Japan this Saturday.
Hugh Cahill is joined by Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman as we break down the key battlegrounds ahead of Ireland v New Zealand this Saturday. The panel also look through what has been another week to forget in Irish women's rugby after current and former players voiced their unhappiness with director of women's rugby Anthony Eddy.
Former Ireland international David Wallace joins Michael Glennon to discuss the Autumn Nations Series, his back row picks, and why it's so special to play against the All Blacks.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman, Fiona Hayes and Wes Liddy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we recap round 5 of the URC, and look ahead to Ireland's Autumn Nations Series. The panel discuss Connacht's 'best performance under Andy Friend', while we rule the rule over Andy Farrell's squad for the Autumn Nations Series.
Neil Treacy speaks to former Leinster and Ireland prop Michael Bent about his nine seasons at the province. The New Zealand-born tighthead discusses how he was often unfairly singled out for his performances before going on to be a cult hero at Leinster when he retired in 2021.
The panel review round 4 of the United Rugby Championship and Andy Farrell's Ireland squad for November.
The panel review the latest United Rugby Championship games. Munster lock RG Snyman's unfortunate injury is discussed, while Neil Treacy chats to Jack Carty about the Connacht out-half's Ireland hopes.
Neil Treacy speaks to Cian Kelleher and David Johnston about the growing Irish influence at Premiership hopefuls Ealing Trailfinders, and the cutthroat nature of the professional game in Ireland.
The panel review round 2 of the United Rugby Championship where Connacht were the best of the Irish.
The panel discuss the fallout from the Ireland women's failure to qualify for the World Cup. Leinster coach Stuart Lancaster reflects on their win over the Bulls.
Hugh Cahill is joined by former Ireland international Bernard Jackman and South African journalist Jarred Wright to preview the opening weekend of the United Rugby Championship.
Ahead of the final test in Cape Town, Hugh Cahill asks Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman what the British and Irish Lions need to do to beat South Africa. Stop trying to play like the Springboks, was the main solution offered, along with some suggestions around selection (primarily Duhan van der Merwe) and the need for more stability in personnel.
Bernard Jackman and Donal Lenihan join Hugh Cahill on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast to discuss the Lions' build-up to the second test against South Africa as they look to win again as well as discussing Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus' latest complaints over refereeing decisions.
Hugh Cahill, Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman are back and raring to preview the first Test between South Africa and the British and Irish Lions. Donal fills us in on his journey to Cape Town, while the lads assess the team selected by Warren Gatland and ask if he is taking a chance. Plus Rassie Erasmus, the water-free waterboy.
Donal Lenihan and Jonny Holland join Hugh Cahill on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast to review the Heineken Champions Cup final between winners Toulouse and Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle. And the podcast also picks out the young Irish breakthrough prospects to watch at the provinces.
The panel review the weekend's Rainbow Cup action including Connacht's fine win in Munster and the officials' performances over recent weeks.
Hugh Cahill is joined by Wes Liddy, Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman to discuss the Six Nations staying on free-to-air television. They also take a look at Warren Gatland's Lions squad and discuss Tadhg Furlong's one-year contract and what it says about the state of the game in Europe at the moment.
Following Leinster's semi-final defeat to La Rochelle, Hugh Cahill is joined by Bernard Jackman, Wes Liddy and Donal Lenihan to look at reasons for the leading Irish province's repeated shortcomings on European stage. Is it time for Leinster to start investing in imported skills and power to supplement the talent coming through the academy?
Bernard Jackman, Donal Lenihan and Wes Liddy join Hugh Cahill on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast to preview Leinster's battle against Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle, ROG's rise, the Lions and Premiership's agreement over the release of players, Ireland's Women's Six Nations campaign aftermath and Connacht's win over Ulster.
Ireland's big defeat to France in the Women's Six Nations paves the way for a discussion on the structures at grass roots level and the new Rainbow Cup rules are explored.
On this week's RTÉ Rugby Podcast, Fiona Hayes, Grace Davitt and Jonny Holland join Raf Diallo to preview Ireland's Women's Six Nations game against France; Simon Zebo's return to Munster; Leinster's setting up a clash with Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle; and a discussion on three new laws to be trialed in the Rainbow Cup.
A review Munster's defeat in Europe and discuss Leinster's bye to the quarter-finals and a look ahead to Wales v Ireland in the Women's Six Nations.
Where do Munster go from here following another dispiriting defeat to their rivals Leinster and a preview the Champions Cup.
The panel review Ireland's Six Nations win over England, discuss the Lions latest and preview Leinster v Munster in the Pro14 final.
The Six Nations returns and Hugh Cahill is joined as always by Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy to look ahead to the Murrayfield showdown with an enigmatic Scotland. There is also a discussion on the pick and jam trend, what it is doing to the spectacle of rugby and how it can be addressed.
The panel review Ireland’s win over Italy, look at how Wales ended up Triple Crown winners and ask if France are lucky to have escaped sanction after breaking protocols.
As Andy Farrell declines to make any personnel changes in squad ahead of Italy game, Hugh Cahill, Bernard Jackman, Donal Lenihan and Wes Liddy ask what is the style of play Ireland are looking to achieve. And in the week Dan Carter finally hung up his boots, Johnny Sexton raised questions about his own future.
Hugh Cahill is joined on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast by Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy to discuss Ireland's loss to France and the tactical flaws in the current game plan that have become increasingly evident.
Hugh Cahill is joined on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast by Bernard Jackman, Donal Lenihan and Wes Liddy to discuss the fallout from Ireland's Six Nations defeat to Wales, the challenge ahead of the France game and the selection issues that have cropped up in the interim.
Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy join Hugh Cahill on RTÉ Rugby Podcast to discuss Paul O'Connell joining the Ireland coaching staff, the Champions Cup post-postponement, CVC plans for the Six Nations and Lions uncertainty.
Hugh Cahill is joined on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast by Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy to discuss Connacht's win over Leinster, Johnny Sexton's future, the Irish 10s situation, what lies in store for the Lions tour and the lads also look ahead to the weekend's Guinness Pro14 action.
The panel discuss Ireland's draw for the Rugby World Cup in 2023 and get Ireland head coach Andy Farrell's reaction.
Hugh Cahill is joined on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast by Bernard Jackman, Donal Lenihan and Wes Liddy to discuss the Heineken Champions Cup, World Rugby Team of the Decade and the issue of concussion.
Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy join Hugh Cahill to preview Ireland's closing Autumn Nations Cup clash with Scotland at the Aviva. The panel also discuss Argentina Rugby's decision to rescind sanctions against captain Pablo Matera, as well as two other players, over racial and xenophobic social media posts.
Hugh Cahill is joined on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast by Donal Lenihan, Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy to talk through the factors behind Ireland's latest defeat to England, while they also pay tribute to French great Christophe Dominici who passed away this week and discuss Chris Ashton's criticism of James Lowe.
Can Ireland offer something different to test England when the sides meet in Twickenham on Saturday? The panel discuss the upcoming Autumn Nations Cup game.
The panel pour over Ireland's Six Nations defeat in Paris and ask what damage has been done to Johnny Sexton and Andy Farrell's relationship.
As Ireland prepare to meet France in the final Six Nations game of the season, the panel preview the game.
As the Six Nations restarts, the panel discuss the team named to face Italy and preview the match.
Racing 92 attack coach Mike Prendergast previews their Champions Cup final against Exeter. The panel discuss the Bledisloe Cup, Irish exiles in New Zealand, a possible Ireland team to play Italy.
The panel discuss a possible delay to next season's Six Nations, with unions desperate to welcome back the fans, and the state of play in relation to Covid-19.
On a special episode of the podcast, host Jacqui Hurley is joined by Cliodhna Moloney, Fiona Steed, and Su Carty. The panel discuss the strides made by women's rugby home and abroad, the challenges faced at grassroots and high performance level, plus what the future holds in store for women's rugby.
Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman join Hugh Cahill and Wes Liddy on the RTÉ Rugby podcast to discuss the Irish provinces' Champions Cup exits and lessons that can be drawn from vulnerabilities to the power game.
Hugh Cahill and Wes Liddy are joined on the RTÉ Rugby Podcast by Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman to review Leinster's Guinness Pro14 final win over Ulster, discuss the future of the competition in light of the province's dominance and preview the Heineken Champions Cup QF against Saracens.
Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman discuss the problems at Munster following more semi-final heartbreak and the panel look ahead to Leinster v Ulster.
Bernard Jackman joins the panel to discuss rugby's return without fans and the prospects for Leinster, Munster and Ulster in the Guinness Pro14, plus good news for Connacht in an expanded Heineken Champions Cup.
This week Daire O'Brien is joined by Leinster legend and backs coach Felipe Contepomi, with Bernard Jackman and Wes Liddy on hand to offer their expert advice on the latest as rugby continues to grapple with the coronavirus.
Irish Rugby Legend - Tommy Bowe joined John Murray on "Sunday Sport" on RTE Radio One to look at the current situation facing PRO14 and European Clubs and his thoughts on a return to action. Tommy reflects on a stellar career, his favourite moments, stories and family life
Host Daire O'Brien is joined by Donal Lenihan and Wes Liddy of RTÉ Rugby to reflect on the journey taken by Irish rugby in the last three decades, looking specifically at the 2000 victory over Scotland in the Six Nations.
Daire O'Brien and Wes Liddy reunite over Skype and welcome Bernard Jackman to remember two defining games in Irish rugby history - the Munster v Leinster Heineken Cup semi-finals from 2006 and 2009.
Eddie O'Sullivan joins the panel to discuss the latest Six Nations news and address Eddie Jones' comments about Manu Tuilagi, while Lindsay Peat talks about how the cancellations affect the Women's Six Nations.
Stephen Ferris joins the panel to discuss Leinster's form in the Pro14, what team Ireland should send to Paris if the game goes ahead, and Jacob Stockdale's struggles. Ireland Women's coach Adam Griggs on their wait for action and World Cup seedings.
Hugh Cahill is joined by RTÉ Rugby editor Wes Liddy and Eddie O'Sullivan to survey the aftermath of Ireland's resounding defeat in Twickenham. Ian Keatley talks to us from Italy after the coronavirus put paid to Ireland's next Six Nations fixture. Tom Savage of Three Red Kings looks at how Ireland can evolve and gives us the latest on Joey Carbery.
Hugh Cahill presents as the panel of Lynne Cantwell, Donald McRae, Wes Liddy and Michael Glennon look ahead to Ireland's trip to Twickenham to face England.
Gary Moran presents the The RTÉ Rugby Podcast as Raf Diallo and Declan Whooley join him to discuss the latest news including South African Six Nations rumours. The Guardian's Paul Rees shares an insight into the impasse between the CVC and the unions over TV rights and Ireland's Judy Bobbett discusses her Six Nations debut and GAA background.
Hugh Cahill hosts the show as we review Ireland's opening Guinness Six Nations game with Scotland. Eddie O'Sullivan is with us to look ahead to the upcoming match and we get the view from Simon Thomas on World Cup semi-finalists Wales. Michael Glennon is also in studio. Munster's Claire Keohane looks ahead to the Ireland v Wales game
Hugh Cahill hosts as we preview the Six Nations including Ireland's opening game with Scotland. Jonny Holland is with us as well as the view from Tom English on the Scots. Wes Liddy and Raf Diallo are also in studio.
Daire O'Brien is joined by Wes Liddy, Donal Lenihan and Stephen Ferris to preview the 2019 World Cup final between England and South Africa.
Keith Earls and Niall Scannell on defeat to New Zealand, plus Daire O'Brien, Brent Pope and Michael Glennon review the Rugby World Cup quarter-final.
Daire O'Brien previews Ireland's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand with Eddie O'Sullivan and Mikey Stafford, while Michael Corcoran joins from Tokyo with the latest from the Ireland camp. Michael Glennon catches up with former Ireland, Ulster and Leinster scrum-half Isacc Boss since his move home to New Zealand
Daire O'Brien talks to Jonny Holland and Fiona Coughlan after Ireland's win over Samoa and learning that New Zealand will be the quarter-final opponent. Reaction to the historic Japan victory over Scotland; analysis of Ireland's and a look ahead to our quarter-final; plus Justin's reflections on Typhoon Hagibis live from Japan.
Conor Murray joins the podcast to discuss the view from the Ireland camp ahead of their crucial clash with Samoa. Donal Lenihan joins presenterDaire O'Brien from Japan, as the panel of Bernard Jackman, Wes Liddy and Michael Glennon talk weather, contingency plans and permutations.
Stephen Ferris joins the panel of Daire O'Brien, Wes Liddy and Michael Glennon to review Ireland's less than convincing win over Russia, while Michael Corcoran gives us the view from Japan on where the team are at.
Daire O’Brien welcome RTÉ Rugby’s Wes Liddy and former Ireland head coach Eddie O’Sullivan as Ireland look to respond to the shock defeat to Japan
Daire O'Brien talks to RTÉ Sport's Paul O'Flynn who gives a sense of the reaction in Japan to Ireland's shock loss to the hosts, and we also hear from Johnny Sexton. RTÉ.ie's Conor Neville also runs through some of the media reaction back at home
Daire O'Brien welcomes Stephen Ferris, RTÉ commentator Hugh Cahill in Japan and Wes Liddy of RTÉ Rugby to preview the game and discuss all the events at the Rugby World Cup.
Jordi Murphy joins the podcast to review Ireland's opening game in the World Cup, while Donal Lenihan and Eddie O'Sullivan are on the panel to discuss the Scotland game.
Daire O'Brien is joined by Bernard Jackman, RTÉ Rugby's Wes Liddy and Paul O'Flynn in Japan to preview the Rugby World Cup ahead of the start of the competition on Friday.
Stephen Ferris on Ireland's back row blues ahead of the World Cup. In an extended interview Jacob Stockdale talks about taking a break and which team he'll be shouting for in the UEFA Champions League final.
Eddie O'Sullivan, Daire O'Brien, Wes Liddy, Mikey Stafford and Hugh Dan MacLennan preview Leinster v Glasgow in the Pro14 final. The on-going issues at Munster are discussed, while Declan Whooley reports from the ‘Try and Stop Us’ campaign.
On this week's episode of the RTÉ Rugby podcast, RTÉ Rugby analyst James Downey, Against the Head editor Wes Liddy and presenter Gary Moran look back on the Champions Cup final and ahead to the Pro14 semi-finals.