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The brilliance of O'Mahony & Murray as Ireland's big guns return | Farrell versus Smith continues

10 Mar 2023

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Will O'Callaghan is joined by Cian Tracey of the Irish Independent and former Ireland captain Michelle Claffey on The 6 Nations Show. Rugby on OTB wi...

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

10 Mar 2023

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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....

Scotland could do it against Ireland: Alan Quinlan

10 Mar 2023

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Former Ireland international Alan Quinlan was on OTB AM ahead of Ireland's clash against Scotland this weekend. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIV...

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

10 Mar 2023

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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 spor...

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

09 Mar 2023

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On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news for the Saturday Six Nations fixtures. We hear from Jonathan Sexton on coaching pla...

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

09 Mar 2023

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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 amb...

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

09 Mar 2023

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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 week...

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

09 Mar 2023

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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 f...

WNR: Scotland primed to go at Ireland | Will Henshaw and Ringrose be fit? | Gatland's column an issue?

08 Mar 2023

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Fiona Hayes and Ruaidhri O’Connor joined Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby ahead of the penultimate weekend of games in this year's Six Nations. ...

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

08 Mar 2023

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On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of an IRFU consultation which could reduce tackling height in the community and underage ...

Is the Ireland squad talking about the Grand Slam? | Ronan Kelleher and Josh van der Flier

08 Mar 2023

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Ronan Kelleher and Josh van der Flier talk to the gathered media ahead of Ireland's game against Scotland in the Six Nations this weekend.

Handling Finn Russell; Team of the Six Nations so far | Derek McNamara

08 Mar 2023

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REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Shane & Johnny to give a statistical hit ahead of Ireland's crunch clash with the Scots in Murrayfield on Sunday. ...

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

08 Mar 2023

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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 an...

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

07 Mar 2023

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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 showdow...

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

07 Mar 2023

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Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs breakdown a questionable match against the Scarlets, the positives & negatives and what lies ahead for Ireland in Scotla...

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

06 Mar 2023

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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 suspensi...

MNR | Tom English talks Scottish 'arrogance', Irish punditry & the Russell/Hogg/Townsend dynamic & Ireland's Six Nations so far

06 Mar 2023

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Joe Molloy was joined by BBC journalist Tom English on this week's edition of Monday Night Rugby on Off The Ball. Ahead of Ireland's crucial Six Nat...

Quinny's worst defeat, Welsh rugby woes

06 Mar 2023

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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 pro...

Rugby Daily: Frawley returns, Savea in trouble, Wales' Principality warning

03 Mar 2023

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On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news from Leinster, Connacht and Ulster ahead of their URC games tomorrow. Wales supporter...

Ronan O'Gara: Ireland's focus ahead of World Cup

03 Mar 2023

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Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM to chat about the mentality driving the Irish team and their focus ahead of the Scotland game. Catch OTB's sports breakfa...

Rugby Daily: Ireland quartet miss training, Farrell departs Munster, Snyman return confirmed

02 Mar 2023

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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...

WNR: Italian lessons | Is the AIL being forgotten? | Gerry Thornley and Andy Dunne

01 Mar 2023

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Andy Dunne and Gerry Thornley were alongside Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs (0:00) - Ireland's win against an...

Rugby Daily: Snyman's 4G comeback, Foster departing All Blacks, 'Briano' tributes

01 Mar 2023

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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...

Keith Wood: Excellence vs Perfection for Ireland, squad confidence

01 Mar 2023

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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 n...

The Red 78 Ep. 60 | A Tribute to Tom Tierney | RG Returns against a 'Munster-esque' Scarlets | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

28 Feb 2023

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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. Get...

Rugby Daily: Women's 6N squad revealed, Women's Lions en route, Jelonch dad hits out

28 Feb 2023

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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 wome...

Brian O'Driscoll: Ireland need to be brave to win World Cup | Ringrose's new level | Unpredictable 10s

28 Feb 2023

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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 ho...

Sexton v Byrne: The stats with Derek McNamara

28 Feb 2023

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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 O...

JAMES RYAN | Captaining Ireland, getting back from injury and learning from history

27 Feb 2023

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Ireland stand-in captain James Ryan joins Joe Molloy to discuss his role in Andy Farrell's attack, how his health is putting him in great form and the...

MNR | Missing tackles | Competent Byrne | Wounded Scotland | Williams and Hayes

27 Feb 2023

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Former Leinster and Ulster coach, Matt Williams and Six Nations winner Fiona Hayes join OTB's Joe Molloy to look back at what has been a successful Si...

Rugby Daily: Bealham out, Furlong in? Leo's new contract, Capuozzo's 6N over

27 Feb 2023

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On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you injury news and reaction from Ireland's win in Rome. We hear from Gregor Townsend on the task o...

Alan Quinlan: Aki's lack of playing time, Byrne's brilliance

27 Feb 2023

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Former Munster and Ireland player Alan Quinlan joined OTB AM to discuss the weekend's Six Nations action and the passing of his former teammate Tom Ti...

Alison Miller | Ireland keep on rolling, Byrne’s time in the spotlight, red cards in Paris

26 Feb 2023

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Ex-Connacht & Ireland international Alison Miller joins OTB’s Joe Molloy to look back on Ireland’s win over Italy in Rome and ask if it was the ki...

REACTION: 'It was a proper test match!' | Ireland's Grand Slam is still on!

25 Feb 2023

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After Ireland secured a bonus point victory over Italy in the Stadio Olimpico, Aisling O'Reilly brings you all of the reaction from key players, Irela...

Updates from Rome ahead of Italy vs Ireland | Fiona Hayes pays tribute to Tom Tierney

24 Feb 2023

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Ger Gilroy was joined by OTB's Aisling O'Reilly live from the Stadio Olimpico in Rome with news out of the Ireland camp ahead of this weekend's Six Na...

Rugby Daily: Ringrose out, Tributes to Tierney, Blair to leave Edinburgh

24 Feb 2023

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On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a late change to the Ireland team to play Italy. Irish rugby is rocked by the sudden de...

Alan Quinlan: Andy Farrell's selection headache, Unlucky Gavin Coombes

24 Feb 2023

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Adrian Barry & Colm Boohig were joined by Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30a...

Ronan O'Gara: Ross Byrne an invaluable asset

24 Feb 2023

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Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM ahead of Italy v Ireland in the Six Nations. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just s...

THE SIX NATIONS SHOW: First Six Nations starts for Byrne and Casey | Scotland don't fear France | Wood and Davitt

23 Feb 2023

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Grand Slam winner Grace Davitt and former Ireland captain Keith Wood joined Nathan Murphy to look ahead to the third round of games in the Six Nations...

Rugby Daily: Farrell on changes, Henderson to France? Gatland on Welsh peace accord

23 Feb 2023

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On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland and Italy teams for Saturday's Six Nations date in Rome, and we hear from Andy Farr...

Carbery back to prove a point | James Tracy

23 Feb 2023

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Retired rugby player James Tracy talks to Ger Gilroy and Johnny Ward in studio to preview Ireland v Italy and analyse the team expected to play. Catc...

Wednesday Night Rugby | James Ryan to captain Ireland vs Italy | O'Connor & Hayes

22 Feb 2023

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Joe Molloy was joined by Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Fiona Hayes for this week's edition of Wednesday Night Rugby. They discussed the maturing James Rya...

Rugby Daily: Cap'n Ryan, Wales England ON, Prop extends Connacht stay

22 Feb 2023

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On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the very latest on the Wales - England situation. We hear from stand-in captain James Ryan an...

James Ryan No.1 tackler | Stats with Derek McNamara

22 Feb 2023

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Founder of React Rugby Derek McNamara talks to OTB’s Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon about the stats behind Ireland’s Six Nations performances so far ...

The Red 78 Ep. 59 | Details decisive, O'Mahony's meaning to Munster & the return of 'Andy Farrell, are you watching?' | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

21 Feb 2023

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It was another win for the Munstermen, but against a mentally weakened Ospreys. Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan have all the analysis on this week's epi...

Rugby Daily: Connacht name head coach, Ross Byrne speaks out, Gatland on Wales crisis

21 Feb 2023

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On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a head coach appointment at Connacht. We hear from Ross Byrne and Dan Sheehan ahead of...

Alison Miller: Will Italy spoil Ireland's Roman holiday?

21 Feb 2023

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Ex-Connacht & Ireland international Alison Miller joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM as Ireland head to Rome this weekend for their Six Nations clash with It...

MNR | Explained: Welsh Rugby in turmoil | How Ireland's perfect year might fall apart | Chris Jones

20 Feb 2023

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Joe Molloy was joined by BBC rugby journalist Chris Jones to discuss the ongoing issues dominating the Welsh Rugby landscape. In association with Vo...

Rugby Daily: Carbery recall, O'Mahony extends, Davidson cast by Castres

20 Feb 2023

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On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a refreshed Ireland squad ahead of Saturday's Six Nations trip to Rome. Peter O'Mahony ...

Alan Quinlan: Wales strike threat, Munster a good side

20 Feb 2023

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Alan Quinlan joined Ger and Shane in studio to discuss the weekend's URC and looks ahead to the return of Six Nations action. Catch OTB's sports brea...

Rugby Daily: Connacht & Leinster name teams, Dragon Dixon speaks out

17 Feb 2023

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On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news ahead of Connacht and Leinster's respective outings in the URC. Dragons centre Jack D...

World Cup squad | Keenan greatest fullback ever | Henshaw good enough for the Lions | Alan Quinlan

17 Feb 2023

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Alan Quinlan broke down the squad he would send to the Rugby World Cup on current form. @GilletteUK | #EffortlessFlow

Rugby Daily: Beirne's injury, potential Welsh strike, Munster and Ulster team news

16 Feb 2023

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On Thursday's Rugby Daily, we hear from Irish defence coach Simon Easterby on Tadhg Beirne's ankle injury. We also bring you news of Irish scrum-half...

Ireland's Front Row depth chart | James Tracy

16 Feb 2023

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Ex-Leinster & Ireland hooker James Tracy joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to give his take on Ireland's front row depth as the Men in Green stay on course ...

WNR | Calling Ireland's landmark win, trouble with the sky-cam and no songs to sing | Dunne & Thornley

15 Feb 2023

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Joe Molloy was joined by former rugby professional Andrew Dunne and Irish Times journalist Gerry Thornley on Wednesday Night Rugby! (01:00) Tickets,...

Rugby Daily: Keenan deal, Atonio ban, Welsh strike, ROG escapes ban

15 Feb 2023

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On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Hugo Keenan's contract extension. We get the latest on the potential for strike acti...

Keith Wood: The best game I’ve ever seen Ireland play

15 Feb 2023

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Ireland legend Keith Wood joins Shane & Nathan on #OTBAM to give his thoughts Ireland's 32-19 win over France in a Six Nations thriller. Catch OTB's ...

BRIAN O'DRISCOLL: Ireland eye Grand Slam after France win | Ringrose has moved up a level

14 Feb 2023

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Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll joined Joe Molloy to break down the second weekend of games in the Six Nations, including a first victory for Andy Far...

Rugby Daily: URC returns, new Connacht coach 'imminent', Six Nations reaction

14 Feb 2023

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On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Andy Friend says a new Connacht head coach is 'imminent', provinces prepare for return to URC action and Brian O'Driscoll re...

Sexton-Byrne comparison, Stats with Derek McNamara

14 Feb 2023

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REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to bring the full stats and main findings from Ireland's thrilling 32-19 win over France in t...

The Red 78 Ep. 58 | Fearless against France, Murray makes his mark & Ospreys on the way!

13 Feb 2023

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It was a big weekend for Ireland, so Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs have a full breakdown of how our Munstermen fared, as well as all that's to come wh...

MNR | Ireland reach another level against France | "Scandalous" refereeing | Toland & O'Connor

13 Feb 2023

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Joe was joined by journalist Rúaidhrí O'Connor and former Munster and Leinster player Liam Toland on Monday Night Rugby. Following Ireland's 32-19...

Rugby Daily: Beirne's 6N future in doubt, Atonio cited, Snyman back next month?

13 Feb 2023

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On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest injury news from the Ireland camp after Saturday's win over France, and it's not good ...

Alan Quinlan: Ireland best in the world? Emotional Sexton

13 Feb 2023

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Resident OTB AM rugby pundit Alan Quinlan joined Ger Gilroy and Johnny Ward to discuss Ireland's 32-19 win over France in the Six Nations. Catch OTB...

FIONA HAYES: Emotional Sexton, surviving injuries and reasons to be cheerful

12 Feb 2023

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Six Nations winner with Ireland Fiona Hayes joined OTB's Joe Molloy to look back on yesterday's big win over France. They discussed if this is the sta...

RONAN O'GARA: Ross Byrne is the future for Ireland after Johnny Sexton and Ringrose reaches another level

12 Feb 2023

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Ireland rugby legend Ronan O'Gara joins Joe Molloy to discuss Ireland's huge Six Nations victory over France, Ross Byrne as Ireland's new backup out-h...

ANDY DUNNE: 'The best 40 minutes of international rugby I've ever seen at the Aviva'

11 Feb 2023

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Former Leinster and Connacht flyhalf Andy Dunne spoke with Stephen Doyle following Ireland's 32-19 victory over France in the #GuinnessSixNations to k...

Rugby Daily: Murray 'good to go', Farrell/Smith axis broken

10 Feb 2023

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On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest update on Conor Murray's involvement in Saturday's Six Nations test with France. We ...

A Journey to the Heart of French Rugby | Tribalism, violence and passion | PETER BILLS

10 Feb 2023

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Author of 'Le Coq: A Journey to the Heart of French Rugby' Peter Bills joined Ger Gilroy to discuss his book all about the history, passion, and vibra...

Alan Quinlan: How Ireland cope with being 'favourites'

10 Feb 2023

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Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Adrian & Shane on #OTBAM for his final thoughts ahead of Ireland's massive game against France in the Si...

Rugby Daily: Sheehan out, Alun Wyn dropped, Worcester farce

09 Feb 2023

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On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news ahead of Ireland's meeting with France. There's major upheaval in the Wales camp fo...

THE SIX NATIONS SHOW: Ireland v France early title showdown | Sheehan ruled out | Wales wield axe

09 Feb 2023

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Grand Slam winner Grace Davitt and The Irish Independent's Ruaidhri O'Connor are with Nathan Murphy for The Six Nations Show. 🏉 on OTB with Vodaf...

Matt Williams: Ireland V France, don't mind the World Rankings

09 Feb 2023

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Matt Williams joins Shane & Aisling on #OTBAM as Ireland take on France in a seismic Six Nations showdown at the Aviva Stadium this Saturday. Catch O...

The Red 78 Ep.57 | Murray makes his move, Quinny's Cardiff memory lane & Munstermen in the 20's | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

08 Feb 2023

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We've no Munster action, but a lot of Ireland talk on all levels to discuss on this week's episode of The Red 78! Get in contact on Twitter @rugbycha...

WNR: "Ireland will beat France by 10-15 points" | England should drop Farrell | Thornley and Dunne

08 Feb 2023

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Gerry Thornley and Andy Dunne joined Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby were the lads were bullish about Ireland's chances against France. 🏉 on ...

Rugby Daily: Conway heartache, Sexton responds to Ntamack, French changes?

08 Feb 2023

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On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, we have early team news from the French camp as Jonathan Sexton responds to Romain Ntamack's 'favourites' comments. Ther...

How Ireland beat Wales, Six Nations stats | Derek McNamara

08 Feb 2023

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Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon catch up with statistician Derek McNamara about the opening weekend of the Six Nations. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show...

BRIAN O'DRISCOLL: Ireland comfortable in Cardiff | 'Sublime' van der Merwe try | France miss Danty

07 Feb 2023

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Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll joined Joe Molloy to look back at the opening weekend of this year's Six Nations Championship. 🏉 on Off The Ball ...

Rugby Daily: Kilcoyne on career-threatening injury, Galthié warnings, AB's head for Japan

07 Feb 2023

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On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you updates from James Lowe and Dave Kilcoyne as they discussed injuries, improvements required from...

Alan Quinlan: Ireland silence Gatland's guns in Cardiff

07 Feb 2023

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Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM after Ireland kicked off their Six Nations campaign with a thumping 34-10 victory ...

Shell shocked Wales, Sheehan another species, France disintersted vs Italy

06 Feb 2023

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Former Irish internationals Keith Wood and Fiona Hayes joined Richie McCormack on this evening's edition of Monday Night rugby, reviewing the opening ...

IRELAND 34 WALES 10 – Six Nations Review with Brent Pope

05 Feb 2023

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OTB’s Will O’Callaghan is joined by rugby analyst Brent Pope to look back on Ireland’s successful opener in the Six Nations as they came away fr...

GORDON D'ARCY | A dominant first half secures Ireland's victory | Improvements needed to beat France

04 Feb 2023

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Leinster and Ireland legend Gordon D'Arcy joined Aisling O'Reilly live from the Principality Stadium in Cardiff after Ireland ended their 10-year sear...

Neil Back: England's Six Nations chances, no tackle "shortcuts" and Grand Slam Ireland?

04 Feb 2023

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OTB's John Duggan was joined by Rugby World Cup winner with England Neil Back to preview his country's chances in this year's tournament as they open ...

Rugby Daily: Paul O'Connell on Gatland, French debutant in Rome

03 Feb 2023

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On Friday's Rugby Daily, we hear from Paul O'Connell after Ireland's captains run in Cardiff. France have handed out a debut cap as they begin the d...

Warren Gatland & Welsh emotion: How Ireland can be beaten this weekend | Chris Jones

03 Feb 2023

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Ger Gilroy was joined by BBC rugby correspondent Chris Jones ahead of Ireland's opening Six Nations clash with Wales this weekend. Rugby in associat...

Quinny: Ireland's depth, reliable Bealham

03 Feb 2023

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Alan Quinlan joined Adrian and Shane to talk through the Ireland XV and bench depth ahead of the Six Nation's opener against Wales. Catch OTB's sport...

ROG: Sexton closing in on Six Nations points record

03 Feb 2023

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La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara joins Adrian & Shane on #OTBAM to share his own Cardiff memories as Ireland head to Wales for the Six Nations open...

The return of Warren Gatland | BBC's Lauren Jenkins

03 Feb 2023

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BBC's Lauren Jenkins joins Adrian & Shane on #OTBAM for the Welsh perspective with Ireland coming to town for the opening Six Nations game. Catch OTB...

Rugby Daily: Tadhg out for long? Manu Tuilagi & Ali Price dropped, new FFR president

02 Feb 2023

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On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you updates on Tadhg Furlong's fitness, as he's omitted from the Ireland squad to face Wales. Plus,...

Grand Slam the target for Ireland | Are Scotland mentally weak? | THE SIX NATIONS SHOW

02 Feb 2023

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Billy Holland and Grace Davitt joined Nathan Murphy on the Six Nations Show ahead of Ireland kicking off their campaign away to Wales on Saturday. T...

Alison Miller: Ireland's Six Nation's No.10 options

02 Feb 2023

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Alison Miller joined Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon on OTBAM this morning to preview Ireland's opening Six Nations match versus Wales this weekend. Catc...

WNR: Ireland aim to end the Cardiff curse | Who starts at 12? | Matt Williams and Cian Tracey

01 Feb 2023

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Former Leinster and Ulster coach, Matt Williams, and the Irish Independent's Cian Tracey were alongside Mick McCarthy for Wednesday Night Rugby as the...

Rugby Daily: Sexton responds to Gatland, ROG in trouble AGAIN, IRFU strive for balance

01 Feb 2023

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On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a radical shift for the IRFU's Committee. Jonathan Sexton responds to Warren Gatland...

Keith Wood & Tom Shanklin preview Wales v Ireland's Six Nations clash

01 Feb 2023

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Ireland legend Keith Wood & Wales icon Tom Shanklin join Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to preview the opening game of the 2023 Six Nations Championship, as An...

The Red 78 Ep. 56 | Pinch yourself positivity, high hopes on Hodnett & who makes the Irish starting XV?

31 Jan 2023

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Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs are back for this week's episode of the Red 78 with a spring in their steps after an excellent block of recent fixtures. ...

Rugby Daily: Ryan's Munster return, Gatland on Ireland, Eddie Jones 'not the Messiah'

31 Jan 2023

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On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of John Ryan's impending third spell at Munster. Warren Gatland explains his Wales select...

Why ruck speed is important, Six Nations fantasy rugby | Derek McNamara

31 Jan 2023

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Analyst Derek McNamara talks to Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon about the metrics behind the Six Nations teams, outlining their strengths and weaknesses. ...

MNR | Ireland's midfield options | Cardiff a difference maker | Reflect when you're winning

30 Jan 2023

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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 th...

Rugby Daily: Stewart call-up, WRU want to win back trust, ex-All Black comes out

30 Jan 2023

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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 concern...