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OTB Rugby

Introducing 'OTB Rugby' - the home of Rugby from Off The Ball and OTB Sport, where you'll hear the voices of Brian O'Driscoll, Ronan O'Gara, Alan Quinlan, Stuart Barnes, Andy Dunne, James Tracy and many more besides.

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It's the home of Monday Night Rugby, Wednesday Night Rugby as well as Rugby on Off The Ball Breakfast

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Episodes

Rugby Daily: Furlong & Healy on England, Vunipola-Borthwick bust-up? Connacht's 7s star

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the Grand Slam decider with England. We hear from Cian Healy and Tadhg Furlong on Saturday's make-or-break test. Andy Goode has an interesting theory on Billy Vunipola's England absence. Connacht have signed an Ireland Sevens star. And the period anxiety has led to an important change to the Ireland women's kit.

Mar 14, 20238 min

The Red 78 Ep. 62 | Ireland v Scotland Madness | Farrell's Man Management | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pick through the madness at Murrayfield last weekend, Andy Farrell's calmness under pressure & Briggs discusses the Irish Women's preparation for their Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday week. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Mar 14, 202337 min

How Gibson-Park changed the game | Derek McNamara

REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to go through the numbers behind Ireland's 22-7 victory over Scotland in Murrayfield 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Mar 14, 202315 min

Ronan O'Gara: Sexton's evolution as a captain, points record

La Rochelle head coach & 2009 Grand Slam winner Ronan O'Gara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM as Ireland host the English this weekend with a Grand Slam (and ROG's Six Nations points record) on the line. 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association wit...

Mar 14, 202322 min

Matt Williams: England's leaky defence & hopeless attacking system

Ex-Scotland coach Matt Williams joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to run through the state of England after they suffered their heaviest home defeat of all time in the 53-10 drubbing at the hands of France. 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with ...

Mar 14, 202323 min

MNR | An unforgettable day for Irish rugby against Scotland | D'Arcy & RUD

Joe Molloy was joined by former Ireland international Gordon D'Arcy and journalist Rúaidhrí O'Connor for Monday Night Rugby. After Ireland defeated Scotland and teed up a shot at the Grand Slam next weekend, the lads examined one of Irish rugby's most unforgettable days in Murrayfield. On a disastrous weekend for English rugby the lads also explored how France managed to rack up a 53-10 victory, and Italy's inability to defeat Wales in Rome on Saturday afternoon. In association with Vodafone | #...

Mar 13, 202355 min

Rugby Daily: Ringrose & Henderson out, England centre concerns, tackle trial

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you that meaty injury update from the Ireland camp after yesterday's bruising win over Scotland. England have concerns of their own - beyond grim performances - ahead of their trip to Dublin. World Rugby's said where it wants amateur tackling to happen. And the Lions tour to Australia is taking shape.

Mar 13, 20238 min

Ireland winning machine, Scotland mindset ahead of RWC: Tom English

Tom English joined Ger, Shane & Kenny on OTB AM to reflect on Ireland's win over Scotland 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Mar 13, 202313 min

Grand Slam is on, Ireland's humility, World Cup hopes: Quinny

Former Munster and Ireland player Alan Quinlan was on #OTBAM following Ireland's key win vs. Scotland 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Mar 13, 202322 min

Fri Daily: Sexton & co return, new Connacht signing, Niall Brophy RIP

On Friday's Rugby Daily Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Sunday's Triple Crown showdown between Scotland and Ireland at Murrayfield. Plus, we hear from Andy Farrell & Gregor Townsend. Connacht have a new Irish-qualified signing. Joe Schmidt's considering a punt for the All Blacks job. Plus, Ireland and Lions legend Niall Brophy has passed away.

Mar 10, 20238 min

Scotland could do it against Ireland: Alan Quinlan

Former Ireland international Alan Quinlan was on OTB AM ahead of Ireland's clash against Scotland this weekend. 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Mar 10, 202321 min

'Russell saved the Lions, he saved rugby!' | Ronan O'Gara

La Rochelle coach Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM ahead of the return of the Six Nations and Ireland's clash against Scotland on Sunday. 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow Any questions, just shout and I'll pop down to...

Mar 10, 202320 min

Rugby Daily: Sexton on coaching, Farrell dropped, Gatland on Wales split

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news for the Saturday Six Nations fixtures. We hear from Jonathan Sexton on coaching plans (or lack thereof) and Iain Henderson on the Scottish pack. Warren Gatland opens up on the split in the Wales squad. And Edinburgh have a new head coach.

Mar 09, 202312 min

Peter O'Mahony: Keeping pace with the 'awful shower of freaks' in Ireland's back row | Hostile Murrayfield

Ireland and Munster back-row Peter O'Mahony joined Nathan Murphy ahead of Sunday's crucial Six Nations match at Scotland. Aviva Ireland and their ambassador Peter O’Mahony are launching Aviva Ireland’s ‘The Best Seat in the House’. As part of the campaign, Aviva is giving one lucky Irish sports fan the chance to win a VIP experience for two people to every game at Aviva Stadium from now until July 2023. To enter, visit aviva.ie/bestseatinthehouse. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs

Mar 09, 202316 min

Sligo to Toronto (via Tokyo & Canterbury) | Conán O'Donnell

Toronto Arrows player Conán O'Donnell joins Cameron Hill on #OTBAM to talk about his latest port of call in a career that has already seen him play for Connacht, Japanese side Sunwolves, and New Zealand Super Rugby outfit Highlanders. 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off ...

Mar 09, 202323 min

What will Ireland do at 12? Scotland confident | Miller & Chalmers

Ger & Shane are back on #OTBAM, as the excitement builds for Ireland’s trip to Murrayfield this Sunday. 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Mar 09, 202320 min

Rugby Daily: Tackle height survey, Van der Flier on Scotland, Owens to join Boks?

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of an IRFU consultation which could reduce tackling height in the community and underage games. We hear from Josh van der Flier and Ronan Kelleher ahead of Ireland's Six Nations trip to Scotland. And could Nigel Owens be on the Springboks staff at the World Cup? We hear from Rassie Erasmus.

Mar 08, 20239 min

Sean O'Brien on dangerous Scots, this Irish team and returning to rugby

Former Ireland backrow Sean O'Brien joins Shane and Johnny on OTBAM to discuss Ireland's progress in the Six Nations this year, comparing the Irish and Scottish packs and chat about the upcoming Ireland vs England Legends game. 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Bal...

Mar 08, 202316 min

Rugby Daily: Carbs-free for Scotland, Smith makes England cut, Savea punished

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the new call-ups and fresh cuts to the Ireland squad ahead of their Triple Crown showdown with Scotland. Ardie Savea has been punished for his throat-slitting gesture. And an Ospreys director pours gallons of cold water on Ealing merger talk.

Mar 07, 20235 min

The Red 78 Ep. 61 | A messy affair in Musgrave, RG Returns & Scotland in the 6N!

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs breakdown a questionable match against the Scarlets, the positives & negatives and what lies ahead for Ireland in Scotland. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Mar 07, 202351 min

Rugby Daily: Gilchrist ban, Capuozzo out, Ealing-Ospreys merger?

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Scotland lock who'll miss Sunday's Triple Crown decider with Ireland through suspension. Italy star Ange Capuozzo has seen his Six Nations ended by their defeat to Ireland. And that Ealing-Ospreys merger looks to be on the cards.

Mar 06, 20236 min

Quinny's worst defeat, Welsh rugby woes

Former Munster and Ireland player Alan Quinlan was in the OTB AM studio to talk about the weekend's United Rugby Championship action with all four provinces winning. 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. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Mar 06, 202315 min
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