Attacking Scrum - Wales Rugby Podcast for Welsh Rugby fans

Signs of Life? Wales Push NZ Before Fading | Ben Coles on Tandy’s Rebuild & WRU Turmoil

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Attacking Scrum, Ged welcomes Ben Coles from The Observer to break down Wales’ performance in their defeat to New Zealand, a match ...

Last-Kick Drama: Wales Edge Japan, Nations Championship Plans Revealed | With Luke Upton

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Attacking Scrum, Ged is joined by writer and rugby storyteller Luke Upton to break down a huge few days for Welsh rugby. Wales final...

Tandy’s Tough Start: Wales Brushed Aside by Argentina, Morgan Injured, and What Comes Next

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Attacking Scrum, Ged is joined by rugby writer Iestyn Thomas to react to a challenging start to Steve Tandy’s reign as Wales head c...

WRU Consultation Ends: One Region to Go | With Seimon Williams

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Attacking Scrum, Ged is joined by top Welsh rugby writer Seimon Williams to break down the end of the WRU’s consultation period and...

Welsh Rugby’s Crossroads: Regional Restructure & R360 Fallout | With Christian Nicholas (The Welsh Sports Channel)

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Attacking Scrum, Ged is joined by Christian Nicholas from The Welsh Sports Channel to make sense of another chaotic chapter in ...

West Wales Wanders and East Wales Marauders?

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Attacking Scrum, host Ged is joined by author and rugby writer Seimon Williams to tackle the WRU’s controversial proposal to ...

Lions Win a Classic at the MCG

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Attacking Scrum returns as Ged and The Mighty Murph review one of the greatest Lions Tests in recent memory, a dramatic Second Test win over Aust...

Tandy Time: Wales’ New Era & Lions Bite First

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wales have a new head coach Steve Tandy is in, and the Attacking Scrum team have thoughts. Ged is joined by The Mighty Murph to react to the WRU’s a...

Wales Beaten by Japan + Lions Grind Out Wins

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wales slump to a disappointing defeat against Japan in the Land of the Burning Sun — and the Attacking Scrum is back to pick through the wreckage. G...

Lions Beat Western Force – Standouts, Selection Debates & Japan v Wales Preview

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The British & Irish Lions got the job done in Perth — but what did we really learn from the win over the Western Force? This week on The Attacking ...

Lions Shock Loss to Argentina + Player Ratings & Western Force Preview

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Attacking Scrum team reacts to the British & Irish Lions’ surprise loss to Argentina with full analysis and reaction. We dive deep into the big ...

Lions Tour 2025 Preview: Argentina Warm-Up & Australian Challenge

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re joined by rugby writer Iestyn Thomas to preview the build-up to the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour of Australia. We dive into the ...

Scarlets Show Pride, Hendrikse Winks & WRU Chaos Continues

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guests: Christian (Welsh Sports Channel), Iestyn Thomas (journalist) The boys are back to pick through a busy weekend of Welsh rugby. This week: ...

“Revolution, Not Evolution”: Is Welsh Rugby at Breaking Point?

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welsh rugby faces renewed turmoil as Scarlets and Ospreys reject the WRU’s new Professional Rugby Agreement, sparking fears of regional collapse. Wi...

Farrell’s Lions, WRU Fallout & Scarlets Rising

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Host Ged is joined by journalist Iestyn Thomas and fan favourite Mighty Murph to unpack a big week in rugby. The panel reacts to Andy Farrell’s Lion...

Picking the 2025 Lions: Bolters, Captains & Not Many Welshmen

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of the podcast, co-hosts Ged, Christian and Oli dive deep into their selections for the 2025 British & Irish Lions squad to to...

Dave Reddin, Rising Welsh Coaches, and a Good Week for the Regions

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of The Attacking Scrum, Ged is joined by fan favourite Might Murph, taking a rare break from gatecrashing hospitality boxes t...

Is Steve Tandy the Answer? And Is a Franchised Premiership the End of Anglo-Welsh Hopes?

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Attacking Scrum, Ged sits down with Telegraph rugby journalist Charlie Morgan to unpack the growing rumours around Steve Tandy ...

Cardiff Rugby in Crisis: What Administration Means

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this must-listen episode of The Attacking Scrum, host Ged is joined by author and rugby historian Seimon Williams to react to the breaking news tha...

The Future of Welsh Rugby: WRU Accountability, Regional Strategy & URC Round-Up

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Attacking Scrum, Ged welcomes rugby author Seimon Williams to break down the latest developments in Welsh rugby following WRU C...

Guinness Six Nations: A New Low (another one)

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Attacking Scrum, Ged is joined by Christian and The Mighty Murph to dissect Wales’ heaviest-ever Six Nations defeat. Where do...

Guinness Six Nations: Wales' Fightback, England Clash & Six Nations Drama

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Attacking Scrum, Ged is joined by Christian from the Welsh Sports Channel to break down a thrilling weekend of Six Nations rugb...

Guinness Six Nations: Wales’ Edinburgh Trip, Sherratt’s Strategy & URC Action

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of The Attacking Scrum Podcast, Mighty Murph and Iestyn Thomas join us to preview Wales’ game against Scotland and the pote...

Guinness Six Nations: Wales Show Signs of Life, but Reality Bites

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wales showed real fight against Ireland, but is this a turning point or another false dawn? In this episode of Attacking Scrum, we break down the posi...

Guinness Six Nations: Previewing Matt Sherratt’s First Game in Charge & Gatland’s Departure Fallout

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Attacking Scrum podcast, Ged is joined by Murph to preview Matt Sherratt’s first game in charge of Wales. With Sherratt taking the ...

Emergency Pod: Warren Gatland's Sacking – Who’s Next in Line for Wales?

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In tonight's episode of The Attacking Scrum Podcast, Ged and Dan analyze the aftermath of Warren Gatland's sacking as Wales’ head coach. With the co...

Six Nations: Wales' Crushing Defeat to Italy – Is that it for Gatland?

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Attacking Scrum, we dissect Wales' disappointing loss to Italy in the Six Nations. We ask the tough questions: Is Warren Gatlan...

Guinness Six Nations: Wales hammered in France

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Attacking Scrum Podcast, host Ged is joined by Christian from the Welsh Sports Podcast and The Mighty Murph to break down a wee...

Guinness Six Nations: The Big Preview

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of The Attacking Scrum podcast, Ged, Murph, and Christian—just three passionate rugby fans—share their thoughts on the up...

Guinness Six Nations: Gatland’s Squad Breakdown

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the latest episode of The Attacking Scrum as Ged, The Mighty Murph, and Iestyn Thomas analyze Warren Gatland’s Six Nations squad, includin...

Guinness Six Nations: Wales Squad

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of the Attacking Scrum podcast, we dive into the longlist of players in contention for Wales’ Guinness Six Nations squad. Fr...

Festive Derby Reviews and Regan Grace signs for Cardiff

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Attacking Scrum Podcast, we delve into the festive derbies, including Ospreys’ dramatic draw with Cardiff and Scarlets’ bo...

European Club Rugby: Has the Sparkle Gone? A Bold New Vision for the Champions Cup

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Ged and Iestyn Rhys Thomas tackle the big questions surrounding European club rugby. Has the Champions Cup lost its magic? Is the Cha...

2024 Welsh Rugby Awards & Bold Predictions

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Ged is joined by Christian from the Welsh Sports Podcast to discuss the best of Welsh rugby in 2024, not an easy gig! Together, they ...

Cutting A Region: Would it Solve Anything?

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

n this episode of The Attacking Scrum, we welcome Andrew Forde to tackle the big issues shaping Welsh rugby. Together, we debate the future of regiona...

What’s Next for Welsh Rugby? Autumn Review, AGM Fallout & Gatland's Future

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the highs (were there any?) and lows of Wales’ Autumn Nations Series. We break down the performances on the pitch, loo...

Gatland to Go?

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A truly awful performance against Australia may prove to be the end of the road for Warren Gatland. But who could replace him? Does this all paper ove...

Fiji Fallout

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wales lose again, this time to Fiji. How much pressure is Warren Gatland under? Is there a way past a resurgent Australia side? What changes should we...

More WRU Scandal

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Forde, the King of the YouTube rugby video joins us this week, We look at the latest scandal to hit Welsh rugby as the details of the women's c...

What is Wales' Best Side?

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by Chris from The Welsh Sport Podcast to pick Wales' best side for the Autumn Nations Series. Is there room for Nicky Smith? Will Ben Th...

Autumn Statement: Wales Squad Announcement

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ged and Seimon look at the Wales squad that has been named for the games versus Fiji, Australia and South Africa. Returns for Nicky Smith, Gareth Ansc...

Perfect Ten: Wales Fly Half Options

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Iestyn Thomas joins the show to run the rule over Wales' options at outside half for the Autumn Series. Anscombe? Costellow? Thomas? Elsewhere we r...

WRU to have a stake in the regions?

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A radical proposal has been mooted whereby the 4 professional clubs offload some of their debt, but in exchange the WRU garner a 20% stake in them. Me...

Cash Boost for the Women's Game

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We chat to former Wales star and top pundit Philippa Tuttiett about the impact of WRU investing in the women's game. Can Wales make a quick rise to th...

Wins for Dragons and Cardiff plus the state of the finances

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Top journalist Alex Bywater joins us to look at the state of Welsh rugby finances. Just how big a predicament are we in and how do the WRU find a way ...

Lance Bradley Special

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lance Bradley speaks to us about the move to St. Helens, the funding gap in Welsh rugby and the impact of Toby Booth's coaching. Learn more about you...

Season Preview and British and Irish League

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Steffan Thomas joins the show to look at the possibility of the URC merging with the English Premiership. We also preview Cardiff, Dragons, Scarlets a...

Sporting Underdog Specials

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From the Miracle in Brighton to Steve Robinson, we celebrate some of sport's most fantastic underdog stories with James Stafford, author of a great ne...

Wales lose the series in Australia

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After Wales lose the Test series in Australia we review the tour with Steffan Thomas of WalesOnline. We also look at what measure the WRU need to expl...

WRU Strategy and Australia Tour Preview

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seimon Williams joins us to pick the bones out of the WRU strategy announcement. We also look ahead to the Wales tour of Australia that kicks off on S...

Wales lose to SA with Jarrod Evans

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Harlequins and Cardiff favourite Jarrod Evans joins the show to talk about how he saw Wales' defeat to South Africa. Who he'd like to have outside him...

Can Wales learn anything from the English Premiership?

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After a sell-out Twickenham final and a competitive season, could Welsh rugby learn anything from the English Premiership. We also review the Ospreys ...

Returns for Cory Hill and Liam Williams

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should Cory Hill be back in the Wales squad? What can we expect over the summer? Can the Ospreys win in Limerick? Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Squad Selection Special

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by Emlyn to pick their squad for the summer series tests against South Africa and Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Wall of Apathy

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After Nigel Walker's appearance on Scrum V we look at whether a region will be axed. On the pitch there were 3 wins for the Welsh regions between them...

Neutral Venues for Rugby Semi-Finals?

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The regions suffered another collective whitewash. Will the new signings for next season offer hope? Should Portugal have hosted the Champions Cup sem...

Transfer News and 0 from 4

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another weekend without any wins for the Welsh regions but it wasn't all bad. Elsewhere we run the rule over the new players joining the sides next se...

Ospreys win in South Africa

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Plenty of drama this weekend as the Ospreys get a huge bonus point win in Cape Town. Plus Cardiff are denied by the TMO in a thriller in Belfast. More...

Ospreys Europe Dream Ends

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We look back at the week in Welsh rugby as the Ospreys miss out on a European semi-final. We also see what can be learnt from the other European resul...

Ospreys make the Challenge Cup QF

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ged looks at the big news stories from Welsh rugby as the Ospreys defeat Sale to make it into the QF of Europe. Elsewhere there's a whole host of tran...

Remarkable Rugby Grounds Revisited

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Author Ryan Herman joins the show to talk about the most remarkable grounds in world rugby. From Racing 92 to Cambrian Welfare. Treorchy to Battleship...

Scarlets get a win and the tug of war for talent

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by Paul Rees to look at why Welsh talent are aligning their futures to England. Plus a review of the URC weekend including a win for the...

Six Nations 2024 Review

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Rees joins the show to look at where it went wrong for Wales. What are the problems on and off the pitch? How much pressure is Gatland under now?...

Six Nations 2024: None from 4 for Wales

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

So it's come to a Wooden Spoon show down in Cardiff. Wales enter the final weekend with no wins whilst Italy smell blood after defeating Scotland. Se...

Six Nations 2024: Can Wales beat France?

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What will the latest WRU review for Welsh rugby? Apparently nothing is 'off the table'. We're joined by author Seimon Williams to look at what it all ...

Six Nations 2024: Ireland defeat Wales

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We look back on a hugely eventful weekend of rugby. Wales are still winless but are they moving in the right direction? Did England get their selectio...

Six Nations 2024: Wales head to Dublin, plus club rugby round-up

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Rees joins the show to examine the WRU's plans for club rugby in Wales and why it's proven so controversial. We also look back at a dramatic win ...

Six Nations 2024: Wales lose out to England

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Rees joins the show to look back at Wales' narrow loss to England. Where are we heading? Signs of encouragement, or a missed opportunity. Also, j...

Six Nations 2024: England v Wales Preview

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seimon Williams joins the pod once again to preview Wales' trip to London to face England. Can they build on Saturday's second half or will it be more...

Six Nations 2024: The Miracle of Cardiff...Almost

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wales almost snatched victory from the jaws of defeat against Scotland in an insane game. But what now? Something to believe in, or can we expect more...

Six Nations 2024: Wales v Scotland Preview

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the Six Nations gets underway we preview Wales v Scotland. Looking at the team news, Scotland's hoodoo in Cardiff and if there is a path to victory...

Six Nations 2024 Preview

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the Six Nations just days away, Rugby World editor Alan Dymock joins the show to look ahead to the tournament. Who will run out winners? What can...

Six Nations Squads, LRZ Fallout and Ospreys through

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by Paul Rees to look back at a mad week of rugby even by Wales' standards. Louis Rees-Zammit's move to American Football, Warren Gatland...

Euro Review and Six Nations Squad

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Rees joins us to chat about Harlequins win over Cardiff. We also look at Ospreys win over Perpignan and their potential move away from their curr...

The Lure of the Red Jersey

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As Immanuel Feyi-Waboso looks set to choose England over Wales we examine whether this is just a one-off or do the WRU have to rethink how they keep p...

The Monsoon in Bridgend

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former Guardian rugby writer Paul Rees joins Ged to look back at the Festive Derbies. Including a memorable if not very muddy clash between Ospreys an...

Welsh Rugby Awards 2023

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ged live from the Parkgate Hotel for the Attacking Scrum Awards 2023....or something similar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

Welsh Rugby: What Went Wrong?

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by the author of Welsh Rugby: What Went Wrong to look at the mistakes made after the golden era, during the dawn of professionalism, the...

Great win for Scarlets plus the story of Bleddyn Williams

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by James Stafford and Steve Coombes to review the weekend's rugby and talk about their new comic "Bleddyn" which documents Cardiff's epi...

Will the Six Nations disappear from free to air TV?

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by Paul Rees to discuss the big rugby news stories from Wales. Will the Six Nations end up on Sky or Amazon? What would this mean for th...

Are we unfair on the URC?

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by Huw Griffin to discuss whether the URC gets unfair stick from Welsh fans? Is there really any alternative? What do the numbers say? E...

Four Losses at Home for the Regions

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by top journalist Paul Rees to discuss the fallout of the latest round of URC fixtures. What next for the Welsh regions? As Paul Turner ...

Decoding Wales Future

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the heart of Welsh rugby with Ged and Emlyn, two passionate old pals, in this episode of The Attacking Scrum. Join the duo as they unravel t...

Rugby World Cup 2023 Review

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode of The Attacking Scrum, your host Ged takes the helm and steers you through the exhilarating twists and turns of the Rugby World ...

Around the World in 80 Minutes

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Guardian rugby correspondent Rob Kitson joins us to talk about Gareth Edwards, Dai Duckham, Clive Woodward, Eddie Butler and more of his favourite rug...

Try to the Final

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MND and colon cancer took the lives of two of rugby's nicest characters. Doddie Weir and Tom Smith. Our mate, former Ospreys hooker Scott Otten is tak...

Jarrod Evans Special

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jarrod Evans joins the pod to discuss his move to Harlequins, what is what like to say goodbye to Cardiff and his hopes of playing for Wales again. Le...

Rugby World Cup: England narrowly miss out on the final

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged is joined by rugby journalist Paul Rees to discuss the tense semi-final between England and South Africa. Did we all underestimate Steve Borthwick...

Rugby World Cup: End of the Road for Wales

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So it wasn't to be for Wales. Ged, Iestyn and James Stafford sit down to find out why. Should we have finished the job in the first half? Why was thei...

Rugby World Cup: Faletau Out

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged and Dan are in Nantes to watch Wales defeat Georgia. There's fan reaction, all the atmosphere from inside the ground, plus analysis of the win inc...

Rugby World Cup: Wales v Georgia Preview

07 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are in Nantes ahead of Wales' final pool stage game. How important will momentum be for Wales? Will we see a more clinical Welsh performance?...

Rugby World Cup: Remarkable Rugby Grounds

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's the most remarkable rugby ground in the world? We chat to author and journalist Ryan Jarman about some of the most beautiful, brilliant and biz...

Rugby World Cup: Dreaded Rest Week

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged and Iestyn take a breather ahead of the Georgia game to look back at many things. Just how good is the Wales team? Who is the most important playe...

Rugby World Cup: Wales smash the Wallabies

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ged, Murph and Iestyn look back at an incredible weekend of rugby. Wales book their place in the Rugby World Cup quarters after dismantling Eddie Jone...

Rugby World Cup: Two from Two for Wales

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It wasn't pretty but Wales stay top of Pool C with a bonus point win over an exciting Portugal side. Ged is joined by Murph to react to this weekend's...

Concussion Special with Sam Peters

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Player welfare has been talked about for so long. But are the rugby authorities just paying lip service? We chat to author Sam Peters about his new bo...

Rugby World Cup: Wales edge out Fiji

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After an absolute thriller in Bordeaux, Wales get off to a winning start against Fiji. Ged and Iestyn get to grips with the best of the questions from...

Rugby World Cup: Rebels, Role Models and Giant Killers

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the Rugby World Cup so close, we caught up with friend of the show James Stafford to talk about some of his favourite moments and discuss his new...

Rugby World Cup: The Big Preview

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Will Wales get out of the pools? Can France live with the pressure? What do Ireland do if Sexton gets injured? Ged and Murph preview Rugby World Cup 2...

Rugby World Cup: Fiji stun England

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wales face Fiji in just under two weeks and they finish their warm ups with a first ever win over England. What does this mean for Wales? Are Fiji rea...