Ulster Rugby Round-up: Recent Episodes
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Can Ireland upset the mighty All Blacks and which Ulster players will get their chance to shine? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Time for a season review as Ulster's season ends with Stormers heartbreak in Cape Town by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Robbie Diack on making a home in Ulster, his career highlights and his URC semi-final allegiance by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Where does Ulster's new prop fit, are next year's squad title contenders and a Munster quarter-final by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster's home quarter-final comes at a cost, 80-minute performances and European finals weekend by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Neve Jones on becoming an Ireland star, taking the plunge in Gloucester and professionalism by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Are Ulster qualified for Europe, play-off permutations and the wonderful Ireland Women by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Michael Allen on playing for Ulster and Edinburgh and why he has no regrets on retiring at 26 by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster's European heartbreak, two-legged ties to stay and a Munster bounce back by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Flight frights, frustrated Frenchmen and frivolous first-legs in Toulouse by Belfast Telegraph Sport
A try not awarded, Ulster's priorities in Pretoria and Ireland Women kick off the Six Nations by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Seven straight wins for Ulster, Ireland keep Six Nations hope alive and a Schools' Cup final by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster Rugby welcomed four players back from the Ireland panel last weekend and all did everything they could to forge their way into Andy Farrell's thinking. Robert Baloucoune's try brace, fellow scorers Nick Timoney and James Hume as well as captain Iain Henderson all played key roles in the easy win over Cardiff. Now the question is whether they'll be facing England or Leinster on a super Saturday? Debating that point as well as looking at the Schools' Cup semi-finals, women's rugby and the Ravenhill atmosphere are Jonathan Bradley and John Dickson, as they join host Gareth Hanna.
The secret about the podcast's favourite son is now officially out as Mike Lowry played a starring role on his Six Nations debut for Ireland. That gives rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Richard Mulligan plenty to discuss with host Gareth Hanna, not to mention the scrum law that left Italy playing most of the game with 13 men and turned the tie into a glorified training exercise. There's also, of course, Ulster Rugby's upcoming game against Cardiff, a new signing and another win for Ireland U20s on the agenda.
Ulster Rugby emerged from a windswept Rodney Parade with a 12-0 win over Dragons in Sunday's United Rugby Championship tie and immediately attention turned to Ireland's Six Nations game against Italy this weekend. Just how many from the northern province will get the nod at the Aviva Stadium? It's all up for debate and joining Gareth Hanna to discuss the big talking point are Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry. Also on the agenda are man of the match awards and bonus points.
Ireland's Six Nations Grand Slam hopes disappeared in the closing seconds in the Stade de France on Saturday evening.
The contentious decision not to go to the corner with a 72nd minute penalty proved the chief talking point in the immediate aftermath, while a pass from Roman Ntamack took over that mantle when another video angle of France's opening try appeared on social media on Monday. Joining Gareth Hanna to discuss those, World Cup hopes and Ulster's game against the Dragons are Jonathan Bradley and Richard Mulligan.
Ulster’s Ireland stars show the right attitude and debating Andy Farrell’s selection conundrum by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The Six Nations is upon us and so a weekend full of rugby awaits. There are senior and Under 20 games to preview, as well as Ulster Rugby's visit of Connacht to the Kingspan Stadium. The naming rights of that ground are also on the agenda of this week's podcast, as is Craig Gilroy's controversial yellow card in last weekend's win over Scarlets. Joining host Gareth Hanna to do all that are the Belfast Telegraph's rugby correspondent Jonathan Bradley and reporter Adam McKendry.
Mark Robson on buying Jared Payne lobster pots, being a hit in Guatemala and Twitter trolls by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster's youthful back line come of age, Jared Payne departs and Jacob Stockdale's lengthy absence by Belfast Telegraph Sport
It's the second episode of 2022 as Ulster's season ticks into a crucial period with back-to-back European fixtures. There is a huge tactical debate to have surrounding last weekend's defeat in Munster, which sparks discussion around the differing psychology of sports fans and sports reporters. The Belfast Telegraph's rugby correspondent Jonathan Bradley and Ulster Rugby photographer John Dickson also look ahead to Sunday's trip to Northampton as they join host Gareth Hanna.
The first Ulster Rugby Round Up podcast of 2022 has arrived, with news of John Cooney - and plenty of others - signing new contracts comforting us through the festive Covid call-offs. Joining Gareth Hanna to discuss those deals as well as look ahead to this weekend's slated game against Munster are rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Richard Mulligan. Also on the agenda are Sean Reffell's signing and Gareth Milasinovich's short-term switch to Saracens.
Ethan McIlroy's wonder score, festive inter-pros and disagreeing with Brian O'Driscoll by Belfast Telegraph Sport
One Champions Cup match down and from an originally daunting draw, all looks rosy in Ulster Rugby's European campaign. The win in Clermont is another landmark moment in the season for Dan McFarland's side, giving plenty for reporters Jonathan Bradley and Richard Mulligan to discuss with host Gareth Hanna. On the agenda are the performances of James Hume and John Cooney, Nick Timoney's controversial try, this week's visit of Northampton Saints and much more.
Finally breaking our Leinster hoodoo and newfound back row riches by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The autumn internationals are at an end and Ulster Rugby are gearing up for their long-awaited return against Leinster on Saturday evening. Belfast Telegraph rugby correspondent Jonathan Bradley and reporter Adam McKendry join Gareth Hanna to discuss not only that United Rugby Championship clash but also the lay of the land for Ireland's Ulster contingent. Just where do they stand in the pecking order ahead of the Six Nations?
Ireland seem to be making something of a habit of beating the All Blacks these days. With 12 Leinstermen in the starting team during the weekend's landmark win at the Aviva Stadium, Jonathan Bradley is joined by Michael Sadlier and John Dickson to wonder whether the national team are as well just fielding their top provincial side. There's also a look at just how good the performance was, what it means for Ireland's World Cup plans and how many Ulster players could get game-time when Argentina come to Dublin on Sunday. And with Ulster due to return to action in 10 days' time, we ease back into provincial matters with a discussion of their top players in the A side's defeat to the old enemy Leinster.
What have Ireland learned from Japan, facing the All Blacks and does Iain Henderson fit? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ireland's reliance on Jonathan Sexton and Bradley Roberts' defection to join Wales by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster's perfect start to the season is over in remarkable fashion. The 36-11 collapse against Connacht at the Aviva Stadium has led to something of a investigation demanded by the bagful of listener questions sent in this week. Joining Gareth Hanna to pick through them are the Belfast Telegraph's rugby correspondent Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry. Among the talking points are Dan McFarland's interesting quotes about his own frustrations and search for an 'intangible' quality, what went so badly wrong in Dublin and is it time for Michael Lowry to get a run in the number 10 jersey? Moving away from the game itself, there's also some chat around ticket prices.
The Ulster Rugby Round Up is back by popular demand after an unexpected week's break. Joining Gareth Hanna to discuss another, according to some, dissatisfying bonus point victory are Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier. As well as the win over the Lions, there's also Rory Best's latest foray into the coaching world, Will Addison's new injury and the upcoming game against Connacht on the agenda.
Two matches down and Ulster's 100 per cent record continues thanks to a bonus point win at Zebre. Joining Gareth Hanna to discuss just how 'disjointed' the performance really was are rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Richard Mulligan. Also on the agenda are the individual displays of the likes of James Hume, Nathan Doak and Will Addison, the upcoming match against Benetton and why Duane Vermeulen has been named in the Barbarians squad.
Ulster's United Rugby Championship has kicked off with a victory; the 35-29 bonus point home win over Glasgow. Joining Gareth Hanna to discuss that - including Nathan Doak's shining performance, James Hume's yellow card and many other talking points - the Development Team, Ireland Women's World Cup heartache and this weekend's trip to Zebre are the Belfast Telegraph rugby correspondent Jonathan Bradley and Ulster Rugby photographer John Dickson.
The new season is finally upon us as Glasgow arrive at the Kingspan Stadium. But the pre-amble to the United Rugby Championship's opening game has been far overshadowed by the arrival of Springbok star Duane Vermeulen to Ulster Rugby. And so, it's understandable that the lion's share of this week's discussion goes to the surprise signing. Joining host Gareth Hanna to assess his impact as well as look ahead to the opening match and explain the new term of 'expected points' are the Belfast Telegraph's rugby correspondent Jonathan Bradley and freelance reporter Adam McKendry.
It's episode three of this season's Ulster Rugby Round Up and it's time for the season preview proper. Of course, it is set against a markedly more optimistic backdrop after Ulster's 33-3 win over Saracens in London and, as well as looking back at that game, we consider what Ulster can expect to achieve in the United Rugby Championship's inaugural campaign and on their Champions Cup return. There's a women's rugby controversy to discuss as well as the proposals for the World 12s. Joining Gareth Hanna to do all that are the Belfast Telegraph's rugby correspondent Jonathan Bradley and Ulster Rugby photographer as well as Esportif's Head of Global Brand and Communications John Dickson.
It's already episode two of the Ulster Rugby Round Up for the 21/22 season. After the friendly defeat to Saracens at Kingspan Stadium, we've got lots of your listener questions to ponder, with John Cooney's contract central to discussions as well as next crop of young players ready to make a significant step up. Joining Gareth Hanna to discuss that and lots more are rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Richard Mulligan.
Ulster's Rugby 22/22 season is upon us with the first pre-season friendly taking place tomorrow against Saracens at Kingspan Stadium. To mark the occasion, Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier join Gareth Hanna for the first podcast of the new campaign. They discuss the squad's injury situation, why there was just one player signed during the close-season and what we can expect to see in the friendly double header against Saracens.
It's Lions Test week and the Ulster Rugby Round Up is back with a rare summer edition to get you through until kick-off. So will he or won't he? The Iain Henderson selection dilemma is the number one talking point and we'll debate the wide range of potential outcomes for the Ulster skipper when Warren Gatland names his side for the first Test against South Africa. We've also got a pair of Ireland internationals to look back at, primarily the four Ulster players who made their international debuts as Robert Baloucoune shot his way to immediate stardom. Listen here as Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier join host Gareth Hanna.
Ulster's Rugby's season is finally at an end. It's been a long time coming but we're finally ready to put a full-stop to a long campaign on our season review podcast. There's one final match - a late win over Edinburgh - to assess, including the requisite Rainbow Cup controversy - as well as the province's end of season awards. Once again, Jonathan Bradley's vote did not prove influential in the writers' accolade and this week he joins Richard Mulligan and host Gareth Hanna to try and find out why. There are a few key personnel to say a farewell to and positives to pick out of the gruelling campaign now gone. Oh, and yes, the the podcast was recorded before news broke of the collapse of Leona Nakarawa's transfer.
Ulster's Rugby's season is stumbling its way to a conclusion, with Saturday's game against Edinburgh still scheduled to take place despite coronavirus-related issues in both camps. Joining this week's host Jonathan Bradley to discuss the postponement of last weekend's visit of Scarlets and debate the merits of actually playing the final scheduled fixture of Ulster's drawn-out campaign are rugby reporters Michael Sadlier and Adam McKendry. There's also the confirmation of Louis Ludik's retirement to mull over, recalling fond memories of the full-back star's stint in white, and there are financial issues to assess off the back of the coronavirus pandemic.
It's three down, two to go for Ulster in the enduring slog that the Rainbow Cup has become but there are plenty of interesting topics remaining on the agenda. Top of the bill, of course, was that contentious decision not to sanction Robbie Henshaw for his tackle on Robert Baloucoune. We also look at the wider performance in that defeat to Leinster, how James Hume has come a potential front-runner for Ulster's Player of the Year award and tackle lots of your listener questions. To do all that and more, rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry join host Gareth Hanna.
Ulster's season rumbles on relentlessly, with three more Rainbow Cup fixtures left to play. This week, there's a defeat to Munster to look back on and a daunting trip to Leinster to preview. Joining Jonathan Bradley to do that are Michael Sadlier and Richard Mulligan. As well as those fixtures, there's plenty of discussion about Iain Henderson's Lions selection, Ulster's young players, realistic aspirations for next season and the red card law trial.
Ulster's season is all but over after their Challenge Cup exit at the hands of Leicester Tigers left only the much-maligned Rainbow Cup to play for. There had been high hopes that, with Leinster for once not standing in their way, the route to silverware was clearing for the province but now there's another European wreckage to pick through for Jonathan Bradley and Richard Mulligan with Adam McKendry in the host's chair. There's the defeat itself to discuss as well as the wider implications for Ulster's ongoing progress (or lack thereof) and even a British and Irish Lions announcement to mull over.
It's build-up week to Ulster's European Challenge Cup semi-final against Leicester Tigers. Hopes are building that the province have what it take to reach a first continental final since 2012 and joining host Adam McKendry to look ahead to the game are rugby reporting duo Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier. There's also an opening Rainbow Cup defeat to Connacht to look back at, interesting most for the controversial debut of the new law trials as the visitors used their captain's challenge to set up the winning try and Ulster's decision riled Connacht coach Andy Friend.
The Rainbow Cup, or what remains of it, is now upon us. Ulster Rugby may not get the chance to take on South African opposition to end the season but, nonetheless the show goes on. Joining Gareth Hanna to look ahead to the tournament are Jonathan Bradley and Richard Mulligan. More than that, there's a shedload of listener questions to work through from injury updates to contract news and even the prospect of rugby going down a European Super League route.
Ulster Rugby are through to the semi-final of a European competition! Saturday's eventful quarter-final victory over Northampton provided plenty to mull over for rugby reporters Michael Sadlier and Adam McKendry, who join host Gareth Hanna for this week's podcast. There's plenty more on the agenda besides as Marcell Coetzee's departure from the province has been brought forward, doubts have been cast on the structure of the Rainbow Cup, the Challenge Cup draw has Ulster slated for a trip to Leicester and Twitter last weekend was almost as entertaining as the game itself!
What did Ulster learn from Quins mauling and a quarter date with the Saints by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster's first ever Challenge Cup match is upon us with the trip to Harlequins on Sunday evening. Usually chief panellist, Jonathan Bradley is back in the host's chair for the second week running and is this week joined by rugby reporters Adam McKendry and Richard Mulligan. They look ahead to the big match, including the selection dilemmas facing Dan McFarland. Also on the agenda is the Rainbow Cup, what it means to Ulster and latest talk on the future of Louis Ludik.
With a free weekend up ahead, it's a first for the Ulster Rugby podcast. Usually chief panelist, Jonathan Bradley has shuffled over into the host's chair to direct the debate centred around the latest flurry of listener questions. He's joined by rugby reporter Michael Sadlier and Ulster photographer John 'Beaker' Dickson to discuss, among other things, Ulster's win over Zebre, the departure of Ulster Academy Manager Kieran Campbell, Leone Nakarawa's indifferent form ahead of his move from Glasgow and what will happen to the Schools' Cup.
There's been breaking news today for both Ulster and Ireland with Adam McBurney and CJ Standers' departures confirmed. While the former is off to pastures new in Edinburgh, the latter is calling time on a fruitful career, bowing out at the top. Joining Adam McKendry to discuss those and plenty other issues are Jonathan Bradley and Michel Sadlier. Jacob Stockdale's performance for Ulster is on the agenda along with his potential Ireland recall in the team to take on England this weekend. Nick Timoney also gets a more than honourable mention for his display in the win over Dragons and there's more to mull over besides.
Ulster's PRO14 hopes may be over but rallying along at the perfect time to bring fresh hope of silverware is the Challenge Cup. Joining Gareth Hanna to discuss the double away draw - to Harlequins and then either Northampton or Dragons - are Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry. Also on the agenda is the end of Ulster's PRO14 hopes via the defeat to Leinster and, more prominently, the positive performance of winger Robert Baloucoune, making his first start of the season and marking it with a try. We also look ahead to the trip to Dragons this weekend and Ireland's game against Scotland, including what role Jacob Stockdale might play.
It was a double winning weekend that felt anything but for Ulster and Ireland, with each victory is uninspiring as the other. While the province's win over Ospreys was overshadowed by their failure to nab a bonus point, meaning control of Conference A slipping from their grasp, Ireland's 48-10 success in Italy will count for little if it isn't follow up against Scotland. Joining Gareth Hanna to discuss those results, and more particularly Ulster's back row, are Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier.
There's a big weekend of rugby coming up with both Ulster and Ireland in action. Both are in need of a healthy victory; Ulster to keep their increasingly slim chance of a PRO14 final spot alive and Ireland to stave off complete panic over their ailing Six Nations campaign. There's also Ulster's win over Glasgow to review, including a MOTM performance from Michael Lowry and a fitting captain's display from stand-in skipper Jordi Murphy. Joining Adam McKendry to discuss all that and more are rugby reporters Michael Sadlier and Richard Mulligan.
It's two defeats from two in Ireland's Six Nations campaign but riding to the rescue over the horizon is the return of the Guinness PRO14. Ulster are back in search of another bonus point win in their bid to pip Leinster to top the conference and earn a spot in the final, when they take on Glasgow at Scotstoun. There are also the bones of Ireland's loss to France to pick over. Joining Gareth Hanna to do that are rugby reporter Jonny Bradley and Ulster Rugby photographer John Dickson.
Ireland's Six Nations campaign, of course, got off to a losing start on Sunday and we're here to look at the 21-16 defeat in Wales. Finding himself in the crosshair of much of the post-match debate was Billy Burns, whose last gasp error gave up the final chance to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. It has helped to spark further discussion over the problem of an aging Johnny Sexton and who should be the successor to the throne. Joining host Gareth Hanna to discuss that, Iain Henderson, the game against France are more are rugby reporting duo Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier.
February is finally upon us and with it, the dawning of the 2021 Six Nations Championship. However, there remains plenty to discuss at provincial level with Leone Nakarawa announced as Ulster's newest signing and no less than 23 players already having been confirmed as extending their contracts. That begs the questions about whose futures remain to be confirmed. Joining host Gareth Hanna to discuss that, Nakarawa and this weekend's Six Nations opener that sees Ireland take on Wales, are rugby reporting duo Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry.
The Six Nations squad has been announced and with it, the usual, inevitable controversy. Host Gareth Hanna is this week joined by rugby reporting duo Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier to discuss, first up, John Cooney's omission from the panel and what it means for his future on both an international and provincial level. Also not in the squad, of course, was Jacob Stockdale, whose injury is worse than first hopes. As well as that, there are the five players who made the cut to discuss - Rob Herring, Stuart McCloskey, Billy Burns, the uncapped Tom O'Toole and Iain Henderson, returning from injury. Back at Kingspan, there's a whole spate of contract renewals coming out but what of those yet to be announced?
What's the next step for Ulster 'A' star David McCann and will Rory Best turn to full-time coaching? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The rugby season is being flung into chaos with the Champions Cup double-header postponed and PRO14 conclusion remaining uncertain. Nonetheless, the Ulster Rugby Round Up is here to provide some familiar tones to sooth you through lockdown. Joining Gareth Hanna this week are rugby reporting duo Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier. On the agenda, of course, is the PRO14 defeat to Leinster and just what the result means for Ulster's chances of upsetting their Conference A rivals to seal top spot and, with it, a coveted place in the final. There's also the current state of play in the rugby campaign to note while there is, of course, some good news amongst it all, with Dan McFarland's new contract that keeps the coach in place until summer of 2023.
How good is Ethan McIlroy and is it now or never for Ulster's chance to win the PRO14? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Life after Marcell Coetzee and the pot of gold at the end of the Rainbow Cup by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Where do Ulster go now after their Champions Cup hopes came to an end? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Do Ulster need a Cheslin Kolbe of their own to catch up with the likes of Toulouse? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
How can Ulster secure European progression and who will start with Ireland internationals returning? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
How Ulster are handling spate of contract renewals in 2021 and what we can expect from Aaron Sexton by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The rise and rise of Eric O'Sullivan from Leinster rejection to Ireland call-up by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Just how good is Marcell Coetzee and how long will the Springbok star remain at Ulster? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
John Cooney continues to prove Ireland wrong as Ulster's winning streak signals progress by Belfast Telegraph Sport
What can we expect from Michael Lowry and how do we rate the Jacob Stockdale full-back experiment? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Can Ireland triumph on Six Nations Super Saturday and will Ulster back up bright start at Blues? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Where does Marcell Coetzee rate amongst Ulster's top stars and what now for Iain Henderson? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster's bonus point start to season and which players will receive Ireland's call by Belfast Telegraph Sport
What can Ulster expect from the 20/21 season and which Academy stars will make the step up? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
How close are Ulster to ending their trophy wait and will the 19/20 season go down as a success? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
How do you solve a problem like Leinster and can Ulster rally to trouble Toulouse? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Crowning new Ulster icon Ian Madigan and deciding how to beat unbeatable Leinster in the PRO14 final by Belfast Telegraph Sport
How Ulster will fare in their Scotland semi-finals and what that means for their squad development by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The future for Stockdale and Ulster's approach to Leinster tie by Belfast Telegraph Sport
What Robert Baloucoune's injury means for Ulster's PRO14 hopes and the first choice XV for Connacht by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Assessing the impact of Iain Henderson's injury and what we can expect from Ian Madigan by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Assessing Ulster's squad for the 20/21 season, whenever and whatever that may be by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Assessing Madigan signing and road ahead in coronavirus crisis by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Coronavirus update as Ireland's France clash called off with Ulster's Toulouse trip on the horizon by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Where the coronavirus has left Ulster's season and Armagh and Wallace impress in Schools' Cup by Belfast Telegraph Sport
What Alby Mathewson's signing means and how Marcell Coetzee keeps getting better by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ruan Pienaar discusses thwarted Ulster move as Bill Johnston defended over drop goal attempt by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster can take a huge step this month but where are Sam Carter and Aaron Sexton? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Making it awkward for Cooney and Murray as Farrell's Ireland get off to stuttering start by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Six Nations on deck as we assess Andy Farrell's first Ireland team by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster's mid-season stocktake as McCloskey gets Ireland's call by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Where Ulster vs Clermont went wrong and who to hope for in the Champions Cup quarter-finals by Belfast Telegraph Sport
John Cooney lands a decisive blow as Ulster prepare for Clermont battle by Belfast Telegraph Sport
New year, same game - a look back on a big 2019 for Ulster and what 2020 may hold by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Assessing Ethan McIlroy and Ulster's other debutants at Leinster by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Pondering Jordi Murphy's strange Ireland omission and crowning John Cooney as the best in the world by Belfast Telegraph Sport
John Cooney underlines fan favourite position and Ulster look for Euro double over Harlequins by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The rise of Robert Baloucoune and selection dilemmas for Harlequins tie by Belfast Telegraph Sport
A look ahead to Friday's game against Clermont and we discuss Ulster's win against Bath by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Interpro woes and Euro hopes as Ulster prepare to begin their Champions Cup campaign by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Will Addison dealt another injury blow and the novelty of a strong Ulster team to face Munster by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster's unknown injuries for Zebre's PRO14 visit while England charge toward World Cup crown by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Reflecting on Rory Best's retirement, Ireland's early World Cup exit and Michael Lowry's injury by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Can Ireland spring a World Cup surprise of their own and oust New Zealand? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
How Ireland can cope without Bundee Aki for New Zealand clash & Ulster's South Africa tour assessed by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Explaining Typhoon Hagibis chaos at Rugby World Cup & Ulster's mauling at the hands of the Cheetahs by Belfast Telegraph Sport
How to keep an eye on Jordi Murphy's injury progress and what Billy Burns' absence means for Ulster by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Jordi Murphy heads out to join Ireland in Japan as team prepares for possible bounceback by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Blossom-mania after Japan's shock win over Ireland but Craig Gilroy gives reason for Ulster optimism by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Rory Best seeking unparalleled spot in Irish history & what Addison injury means for World Cup hopes by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Rory Best answers critics as Henderson stars and Stockdale proves why Ireland smashed Scotland by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Have Ireland got it right with Larmour at full-back & why did Japan disappoint in World Cup opener? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
WCS6: How close Will Addison is to Ireland call-up while Jonathan Bradley's World Cup journey begins by Belfast Telegraph Sport
WCS5: Why Iain Henderson might be left on Ireland bench and Ulster's Glasgow line-up could tell all by Belfast Telegraph Sport
WCS4: Assessing Addison's absence from Ireland's World Cup squad and the meaning of Devin's drop by Belfast Telegraph Sport
WCS3: Defending Rory Best and picking through the wreckage of Ireland's defeat to England by Belfast Telegraph Sport
WCS2: Commiserating with Coetzee and assessing Sexton's World Cup potential by Belfast Telegraph Sport
WCS1: John Cooney's shock World Cup cut and a chat with Ireland captain Rory Best by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S3E1: Ireland's first World Cup warm-up, Henderson's captaincy & picking an Ulster five-a-side team by Belfast Telegraph Sport
URR S2E41: Tackling the pressure on Aaron Sexton and assessing Ulster's Heineken Cup draw by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E40: Making sense of McCloskey's Ireland omission and reviewing Ulster's season of transformation by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E39: Andrew Trimble and Chris Henry discuss Ulster's progress and their return to the white shirt by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E38: Memories of Scotstoun as Ulster prepare for Warriors' test in Pro14 semi-final by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Ulster Rugby Round-Up S2 E37: Cracking the Connacht conundrum and Final preparations by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E36: Ulster's chances of a PRO14 semi-final ahead of Connacht clash and a new Academy signing by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E35: A tribute to Rory Best as Ulster's legendary captain announces retirement by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E34: Ulster's PRO14 play-off place is safe at last, along with Jordi Murphy's dog by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E33: Why Edinburgh clash is Ulster's biggest PRO14 game of the season amid play-off permutations by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E32: Standing up for Jacob Stockdale and the promise of a bright future under Dan McFarland by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E31: Will Ulster beat Leinster to book a European semi-final spot? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Schools' Cup final 2019 preview podcast as favourites Methody take on holders Campbell College by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E230: Will Rory Best continue playing for Ulster after the World Cup? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E29: A starring role for O'Sullivan, upheaval in world rugby and an Ireland boost for Herring by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E28: An Ulster move for McGrath, a hat-trick for Herring and more calls for Cooney by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The importance of Stuart McCloskey, the next three PRO14 games and the Schools' Cup quarter-finals by Belfast Telegraph Sport
URR S2E26: Considering Cooney, peering at Petrie and cheering Coetzee with John Dickson by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The Ulster Rugby Round Up is on international duty for the Six Nations. Unfortunately, there's a defeat to England to dissect for Ireland ahead of this weekend's trip to face Scotland in Murrayfield. Has everyone been getting carried away on both sides of the Irish Sea since Saturday's game? Along with host Gareth Hanna, Jonathan Bradley and Michael Sadlier assess the game itself and the reaction, including calls for Simon Zebo to be given the chance to make an international return. Back in Ulster, there's a new signing to welcome in the form of Sam Carter and the Ulster Senior Cup final to look forward to as well as the eagerly anticipated fourth round of the Schools' Cup.
S2E24: Rumoured Ulster signings and a special Six Nations preview with Ireland's Claire McLaughlin by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E23: Reasons Ulster can beat Leinster, Baloucoune's promise and Coetzee's contract prospects by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E22: How Stockdale and Baloucoune thrilled Ulster fans but Simon Zebo fall-out marred big win by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E21: Wiehahn Herbst rumours, signing speculation and Racing to European knock-outs by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E20: Speight's farewell and Ulster selection headache for trip to Leinster's House of Pain by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E19: Jonathan's campaign to keep Coetzee in a home-recorded Christmas special by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E18: European permutations, Iain Henderson's injury and out of contract players by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E17: Praising the men of the match and planning another Scarlets success by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E16: Ulster's European squad confusion, referee debates and splitting Leinster in two by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E15: The impossible battle to predict the Ulster line-up for crucial Cardiff clash by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E14: More on the rise and rise of Jacob Stockdale and a return to porridge at Scarlets by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E12: Inspecting Ulster's set-piece cracks and searching for recruits to help by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E11: Our special guests Tommy Bowe and Louis Ludik discuss Zebo, Lowry and Rugby Rising by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E10: Replacing Michael Lowry with Aaron Sexton and discussing both in detail by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E9: When David Humphreys' miss got Mark Robson's frustrated foot stuck in a press box wall by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E8: How Ulster's record defeat ruined Jonathan's book and almost forgetting Michael Lowry by Belfast Telegraph Sport
URR S2E5: More nice things about John Cooney and low attendances considered by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E4: First impressions of Ulster recruits and Premier Sports by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E2: Back row rows, dream Ulster signings and a listener question special by Belfast Telegraph Sport
S2E1: Shane Todd discusses Nando's in Llanelli, Leicester and a little bit of rugby by Belfast Telegraph Sport
E32: Special summer bonus edition featuring Carbery, Soper and Logan (not in person) by Belfast Telegraph Sport
E31: Au revoir Jono Gibbes, Ulster's number 10 problème & bonjour Ireland, je m'appelle John Cooney by Belfast Telegraph Sport
E30: Joey Carbery, Shane Logan and a listener question special by Belfast Telegraph Sport
E29: Dan McFarland's Ulster - coming to screen near you via pay per view by Belfast Telegraph Sport
E28: Brian O'Driscoll, the basket case and play-offs aplenty by Belfast Telegraph Sport
E27: Who can replace Paddy Jackson in Ulster's squad and what of Shane Logan's interview? by Belfast Telegraph Sport
E26: The rugby futures of Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding and an Ulster victory at last by Belfast Telegraph Sport
E25: Dissecting another crushing blow from the sledgehammer of reality by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The Ulster Rugby Round Up is here again to provide the soundtrack to your commute to or from work, whichever you should choose. As always, Gareth Hanna picks the brains of rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry. This week, up for discussion is the Ulster Rugby interview with Shane Logan, released via official Ulster channels on Saturday. The lads also mull over the question of Ulster's identity and look ahead to the Schools' Cup final between Armagh Royal and Campbell College. Adam had a busy weekend of club action so we hear his interviews with Banbridge duo Adam Ervine and Robin Sinton as well as Omagh's Stewart McCain. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast
As always, Gareth Hanna picks the brains of rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry as they look back at the crushing defeat to Edinburgh. Ulster's season took another blow with the catastrophic second half collapse in Scarlets last weekend - the lads discuss that as much as they can bear to and they also look at the more interesting season ticket survey. Jacob Stockdale gets plenty of airtime as always while Rainey OB's clash withj Barnhall is our club game of the week. The lads also seek for any hope of a Schools' Cup semi-final update while this weeks interview clips come from Niall Malone and Wiehahn Herbst. NB The Glasgow game was unhelpfully postponed minutes after the podcast was published. Humour us and listen to the preview section anyway. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on Soundcloud or on iTunes. As usual, any questions and all feedback is welcome by messaging the Belfast Telegraph Sport Facebook page.
The Ulster Rugby Round Up is here again to provide the soundtrack to your commute to or from work, whichever you should choose. As always, Gareth Hanna picks the brains of rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry as they look ahead to another potentially season-defining tie. Jonno Gibbes leads Ulster into his second game in charge, at home to Edinburgh as the chase for play-off spots tightens up in the Pro 14. There are also bonus point wins for Ulster and Ireland to dissect with special attention given to Craig Gilroy, Johnny McPhillips and a certain Jacob Stockdale. Skills coach Niall Malone gives his view on the links to a move for Gibbes while John Andrew looks ahead to where Friday evening's game against Edinburgh will be won and lost. In the club rugby segment, good-luck charm Adam looks back on Belfast Harlequins' first Division 2B win of the season and he talks to centre Mattie McKenzie. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast.
E13: Battling the lights with the boys from the County Armagh by Belfast Telegraph Sport
The Ulster Rugby Round Up is back and longer than ever. This week, Gareth Hanna as always picks the brains of Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry. We also hear from Robb Herring, Dwayne Peel and Adam McBurney as we discuss scrums, Wasps and All Ireland League players stepping up to Ulster duty. The lads also pat themselves on the back for correctly predicting another club game and they address your questions - all while competing with a pesky leaf-blower.
With the third offering of our Ulster Rugby Round-Up podcast, Gareth Hanna once again picks the brains of rugby reporters Jonathan Bradley and Adam McKendry.
They discuss the catastrophic defeat to Zebre - taking absolutely no responsibility for unintentional scuddery. Also on the agenda is a preview of the first interpro of the season, Les Kiss' contract and a look at the latest All Ireland club action.
This week, we hear Kiss' explanation for the great Zebre debacle of 2017 and Connacht's John Muldoon explores his side's abysmal record in Belfast.
As usual, the guys also answer some of your questions. Do you have any you would like discussed in the next edition? Let us know via the Belfast Telegraph Sport Facebook page or @BelTel_Sport on Twitter.