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Scrum V

BBC Radio Waleswww.bbc.co.uk

The latest news, views and interviews from the world of Welsh rugby.

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Episodes

At home with Dan Biggar

Dan Biggar welcomes Scrum V to Toulon to talk about his life in France and why he thinks Wales might surprise people at the World Cup. The 33-year-old has a chance to win a European trophy with Toulon in the EPCR Challenge Cup final. He also looks back at a turbulent season for Welsh rugby and gives his insight into the week the national players almost went on strike.

May 12, 202340 min

'Make or break for Welsh rugby' - the view from the players

The Scrum V team hear from two Welsh players who open up about the turmoil of the last season - and the ongoing concerns over contracts. Outgoing Cardiff fly half Jarrod Evans says it's been 'like a Netflix series' and Dragons winger Ashton Hewitt believes it's now 'make or break' for Welsh rugby. But is there hope going into next season?

May 10, 202348 min

The end of the season and Gatland’s World Cup training squad

Josh Navidi joins the Scrum V team to analyse the controversial inclusions - and exclusions - in Wales’ 54-man World Cup training squad. Gareth Rhys Owen, Lauren Jenkins and Nicky Robinson also hear from Scarlets centre Joe Roberts and look back at their European Challenge Cup semi-final defeat to Glasgow. They also pick out Wales’ players of the tournament after their encouraging third-place finish in the Women’s Six Nations.

May 02, 202348 min

S6E46: Too Lost In You? - A Women's Six Nations Special

The team look ahead to Wales' final Six Nations match in Italy and reflect on the 2023 tournament as England and France prepare for a record crowd at Twickenham. Gareth Rhys Owen and Lauren Jenkins are joined by former Wales international Philippa Tuttiett and broadcaster Laura-Jane Jones.

Apr 28, 202337 min

S6E45: It's Always Sunny In Llanelli

The Scrum V team hit the road to Llanelli to see how the Scarlets are preparing for their European Challenge Cup semi-final against Glasgow on Saturday. Gareth Rhys Owen, Lauren Jenkins and former Wales fly half Nicky Robinson speak to Jonathan Davies, head coach Dwayne Peel and the retiring Aaron Shingler as the region targets its first European trophy. They also look back at Wales' defeat to France in the penultimate round of the Women's Six Nations and discuss the controversy surrounding Dai ...

Apr 26, 202351 min

S6E44: the Women's Six Nations and how to bridge the gap

Gareth Rhys Owen, Lauren Jenkins and Philippa Tuttiett are inside Wales HQ and back row Bethan Lewis sits down for a chat ahead of Wales' Six Nations match in France on Sunday. The team hear how professionalism has improved Wales' women - but how much more needs to be done to bridge the gap to France and England.

Apr 20, 202332 min

S6E43: Judgement Day and reasons to be cheerful?

With Judgement Day on the horizon Gareth Rhys Owen, Lauren Jenkins and Nicky Robinson head to the Principality Stadium. They hear from a concerned Ospreys head coach Toby Booth, analyse Wales' big defeat to England in the Women's Six Nations and ask whether there are any reasons to be optimistic about Welsh rugby.

Apr 19, 202340 min

S6E42: Preparing for the big one

Lauren and Philippa Tuttiett are joined by former England wing Kat Merchant to preview this weekend's Women's Six Nations top-of-the-table clash between Wales and England.

Apr 13, 202323 min

S6E41: Can Scarlets win the Challenge Cup?

Gareth, Lauren and Nicky ask if Scarlets can go on and win the Challenge Cup after their win against Clermont and look ahead to the weekend's action.

Apr 11, 202344 min

S6E40: Sing when you're winning

Gareth and Lauren are joined by Alex Cuthbert to discuss the European weekend and pay tribute to Cardiff life president Peter Thomas.

Apr 04, 202343 min

S6 E39: A tribute to Peter Thomas and Scotland v Wales preview

Gareth and Lauren are joined by Philippa Tuttiett to preview Scotland v Wales in the Women's Six Nations this Saturday and former Lions and Wales flanker Martyn Williams pays tribute to former Cardiff Rugby chairman Peter Thomas who passed away this week.

Mar 30, 202341 min

S6E38: A new beginning

Gareth, Lauren and Nicky discuss Wales' win over Ireland and the future of Welsh rugby with former CEO of Sport Wales Huw G Jones.

Mar 28, 202358 min

S6 E37: Women’s Six Nations preview

Lauren is joined by former Wales international Philippa Tuttiett and editor of the Scrum Queens website Ali Donnelly ahead of the Women’s Six Nations.

Mar 23, 202330 min

S6E36: The Six Nations debrief. Tash-tastic

Gareth, Lauren and Nicky assess Wales’ Six Nations building up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup, reflect on Ireland’s Grand Slam, preview the start of the Women’s Six Nations and discuss what is the best option for Nicky’s moustache after losing his bet – handlebar or pencil?

Mar 21, 202338 min

S6E35: The Last France

Mark Jones thinks Wales will beat France! Lauren is on her way to Paris. And Gro is hoping Nicky will have to grow a moustache.

Mar 16, 202332 min

S6E34: A Welsh Win!

We discuss a Welsh win with Gro in studio, Lauren in Nice and Illtud joins from Paris to preview France!

Mar 14, 202349 min

S6E32: Italy with Alex Cuthbert

We preview Italy v Wales with wing Alex Cuthbert and discuss the future of the Ospreys with the regions' flanker Sam Cross.

Mar 07, 202358 min

S6E31: England: The Debrief

Lauren, Gareth and Nicky go through round three fixtures and talk about the current regional contract crisis.

Feb 27, 202342 min

S6E30: Mike Brown

The man Welsh rugby fans love to hate. A player who wore his heart on his sleeve and frankly didn’t care who he wound up and upset on the way, Mike Brown.

Feb 22, 202330 min

S6E28: Round 2 review

Mark Jones and Nicky Robinson digest round 2 of the six nations.

Feb 13, 202338 min

S6E27: A Question of Scots

Alan Dymock and Sam Quek are the guests previewing the second round of the Six Nations.

Feb 09, 202331 min

S6E26: Round 1 Review

Tom English and Mark Jones digest the first round of the Six Nations.

Feb 06, 202333 min

S6E24: Back to basics

The team talk through Warren Gatland’s first team announcement of the Six Nations campaign.

Jan 31, 202337 min

S6E22: Six Nations Launch

The team are in London to talk with each coach and captain at the Six Nations launch.

Jan 24, 202342 min

S6E22: BREAKING: BBC INVESTIGATES

BBC Scrum V break down a series of allegations directed towards the WRU with the reporter who’s been leading the investigation Wyre Davies. The allegations - made by former employees - claim there is a culture of sexism , misogyny and bullying at the organisation. The WRU has investigated and say proper procedures were followed.

Jan 23, 202319 min
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