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Jan 31, 2023 • 24min
Why ruck speed is important, Six Nations fantasy rugby | Derek McNamara
Analyst Derek McNamara talks to Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon about the metrics behind the Six Nations teams, outlining their strengths and weaknesses.
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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Jan 30, 2023 • 27min
MNR | Ireland's midfield options | Cardiff a difference maker | Reflect when you're winning
Former Ireland centre Gordan D'Arcy joined Adrian Barry on Monday Night Rugby to look at Ireland's chances ahead of the Six Nations which starts at the weekend.
They discussed the centre situation, why Wales might be back to their best under Gatland and why mental tricks are needed to keep yourself on top of your game.
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Jan 30, 2023 • 6min
Rugby Daily: Stewart call-up, WRU want to win back trust, ex-All Black comes out
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Ronan Kelleher's injury woe is an opportunity for an uncapped Ulster front row.
England and France have more injury concerns ahead of their Six Nations openers.
The WRU speak out as they try to win back confidence in the union after sexism scandal.
Plus, a former All Black hopes his coming out as gay can help others.
Jan 30, 2023 • 24min
Quinny: Six Nations build-up, Aki situation
Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon were joined by Alan Quinlan for Monday’s OTBAM to give you your daily dose of rugby punditry.
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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Jan 28, 2023 • 50min
Brian O'Driscoll: Six Nations memories and Ireland's chances in a World Cup year
Former Grand Slam winner Brian O'Driscoll joined OTB's John Duggan to discuss his favourite memories of the Six Nations including THAT hattrick against France, watching Stephen Jones penalty miss in 2009 and saying goodbye against Italy in 2014.
The former Ireland captain also cast his eye on this year's tournament and gave his opinion on who needs the victory with the World Cup just on the horizon
Jan 27, 2023 • 8min
Rugby Daily: Busy weekend of URC action, anniversary of Edwards try
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney looks ahead to tonight's URC meeting of Ulster and the DHL Stormers.
There's also Connacht, Leinster and Munster team news ahead of the weekend action.
And it's the 50th anniversary of arguably rugby's best-ever try.
Jan 27, 2023 • 23min
ROG: 'I do what I want when I want', perfect dinner party
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara joins Adrian & Shane on #OTBAM to talk how his role in coaching has changed since he began his post-playing career 10 years ago.
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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#OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Jan 26, 2023 • 4min
Rugby Daily: Costello's new Munster role, clubs reject Laporte replacement
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news for Ulster's URC meeting with the DHL Stormers.
Ian Costello has a new wide-ranging job at Munster.
Bernard Laporte's nominee to replace him as French Rugby Federation president has been rejected.
Jan 25, 2023 • 6min
Rugby Daily: More England injury woe, Hawkshaw extends out west
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Ann-Marie Donelan brings you news of more positive contract news for Connacht, England's injury crisis deepens ahead of Six Nations and Iain Henderson reflects on New Zealand heartbreak.
Jan 25, 2023 • 43min
WNR: Byrne to make bench for Wales | Highly-rated Osbourne | 'Outstanding' John Ryan
Former Ireland international Fiona Hayes and The Irish Independent's Ruaidhri O'Connor joined Richie McCormack for Wednesday Night Rugby.
(0:00 - 17:49) Bundee Aki's future and lack of game time pre Six Nations. McCloskey and Osbourne's form.
(17:49 - 26:28) 'Outstanding' John Ryan still a World Cup option, Joey Carbery's performance against Toulouse,
(26:28 - 36:34) Ross Byrne is in favour with the Irish coaching team, home comforts for Leinster in Europe.
(36:34 - end) Munster retain their women's inter-pro crown.
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