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Mar 3, 2023 • 7min
Rugby Daily: Frawley returns, Savea in trouble, Wales' Principality warning
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news from Leinster, Connacht and Ulster ahead of their URC games tomorrow.
Wales supporters are given a stark warning about governance reforms.
And Ardie Savea has been a bold boy.
Mar 3, 2023 • 21min
Ronan O'Gara: Ireland's focus ahead of World Cup
Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM to chat about the mentality driving the Irish team and their focus ahead of the Scotland game.
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Mar 2, 2023 • 12min
Rugby Daily: Ireland quartet miss training, Farrell departs Munster, Snyman return confirmed
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest injury news from the Ireland camp after today's open session at the Aviva.
We hear from Paul O'Connell and Robbie Henshaw.
RG Snyman's Munster return has been confirmed, but a senior player is leaving the province with immediate effect.
The Welsh exodus to France looks set to continue.
And Sam Cane speaks out on the mess around the All Blacks head coach's job.
Mar 1, 2023 • 55min
WNR: Italian lessons | Is the AIL being forgotten? | Gerry Thornley and Andy Dunne
Andy Dunne and Gerry Thornley were alongside Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby.
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(0:00) - Ireland's win against an impressive Italy. Ross Byrne increasingly taking the ball to the line. Conor Murray can play at high-tempo.
(16:07) - Why it can feel like a matador if the ball to an out-half is not quick from the ruck. Ryan Baird has won the genetic lottery in life.
(29:13) - AIL games being scheduled at the same time as Italy v Italy, role of the club game in developing players.
(41:20) - France don't look the same team as last season. Scotland look like Ireland's main foes this season.
Mar 1, 2023 • 9min
Rugby Daily: Snyman's 4G comeback, Foster departing All Blacks, 'Briano' tributes
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ian Foster's departure as All Blacks head coach.
We hear from Denis Leamy and Fineen Wycherley regarding RG Snyman's comeback.
Cardiff Rugby explain their financial peril.
Keith Wood pays tribute to Brian O'Brien and Tom Tierney.
And there's a new face in the Italian squad.
Mar 1, 2023 • 24min
Keith Wood: Excellence vs Perfection for Ireland, squad confidence
Ireland legend Keith Wood joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to give his thoughts on Ireland's 34-20 win in Italy in the Six Nations, as attention turns to next weekend's trip to Murrayfield to face Scotland.
Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 45min
The Red 78 Ep. 60 | A Tribute to Tom Tierney | RG Returns against a 'Munster-esque' Scarlets | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
It's been a difficult weekend for all involved in Munster Rugby with the passing of Tom Tierney, Quinny and Niamh pay tribute on this week's pod.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 6min
Rugby Daily: Women's 6N squad revealed, Women's Lions en route, Jelonch dad hits out
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Ireland squad named ahead of the first Women's Six Nations test with Wales.
A women's Lions team is soon to become a reality.
Steve Borthwick explains his dropping of Marcus Smith.
And the father of Anthony Jelonch lashes out at the France staff.
Feb 28, 2023 • 50min
Brian O'Driscoll: Ireland need to be brave to win World Cup | Ringrose's new level | Unpredictable 10s
Ireland rugby legend Brian O'Driscoll joined Joe Molloy to chat about Ireland's win at a 'brilliant' Italy, Andy Farrell's options in midfield, and how hard it is to face unpredictable out-halves.
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(0:00) - Ireland's win in Rome and how their mindset has evolved.
(7:25) - Ireland need to be brave at the World Cup.
(13:52) - Improving Italy.
(24:01) - Facing unpredictable 10s.
(39:14) - Assessing Scotland. France not impressing.
Feb 28, 2023 • 25min
Sexton v Byrne: The stats with Derek McNamara
REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to explain the numbers behind Ireland's 34-20 victory over Italy in the Six Nations.
Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours.
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