The 2nd Row

Connacht Ulster and leinter all make it through the KOs while Munster have questions to ask Europe rd of 16 2526_mixdown

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Connachts defence has created a base for another impressive victory, Ulster survive an Ospreys surge, Leinster take pat in the oddest game of rugby I ...

Connacht Confuse Munster respond to last week while Leinster and Ulster get the job done URC rd 14

29 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An odd weekend of URC Rugby for the Provinces Connacht beat Ospreys but will they be regretting not getting that try bonus point. Munster lose to the ...

Connacht break interpro hoodoo vs Ulster while Munster and Leinster lose on the road URC rd 13 2526

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This is a smug feeling Pod as Connacht are the only Irish team to win as the final run in of the URC season begins. An interpro win for Connacht over ...

A French Championship, An irish Triple Crown and Connacht go 3 in a row - 6 nations 26 and URC cachup

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The best 6 nations yet has come to an end with one of the best weekends of action. France have won the 2026 6 nations after a thriller in Paris, Irel...

Ireland do enough to get past a resurgant Wales, while Scotland and Italy make history!!

08 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Under Friday night lights Ireland kicked off the guinness 6 nations rd 4 and did enough to get past Wales. Scotland just like beating teams in white i...

Is this the Connacht statement win, Munster make Hard work of Zebre, while Leinster and Ulster trip up in Wales

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With the 6nations on a break week the URC roars back into focus. In Galway Connacht fight to the bitter end to pick up the win. In Limerick an error s...

Ireland never went away, Scotland squeeze past Wales and France do what France do 6 nations rd 3_mixdown

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Guinness 6 nations round 3 has come to an end. Ireland put a record breaking score on England. Wales find more fight but fall short vs Scotland, a...

Ireland get a win on the board, Scotland do what they do, and France look good 6 Nations RD 2

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ireland struggle against a strong Italy side but get the job done, are England undercooked as Scotland win ANOTHER Calcutta cup, France play some grea...

6 Nations RD 1 Ireland falter in France Italy are singing in the rain and England have a training session vs Wales

08 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The 6 nations kicked off on a Thursday in Paris and France put on a hell of a show in while beating Ireland. Scotland faltered in a monsoon in Rome. a...

Its URC Rd 11 - Connacht leave the TBP very late, munster been in Glasgow, Leinster do enough again, Ulster still unbeaten at home in the URC

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Will talk through the Irish Provinces performances over an od weekend of rugby. Connacht play a 91 minute match, Munster have a tough time...

Connachts Party Crashed Munster survive a misstep Ulster Blip

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I am back and hopefully to stay, This week we look at how Leinster crashed Connachts party. Munster minus the big names make hard work of the Dragons,...

the 2nd row a life update .mp3

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

the 2nd row a life update .mp3 by The 2nd Row

Connacht Fight, Munster muscle, & Ulster upended URC rd 5

26 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Connacht come away from a physical interpro with a losing bonus point. Munster's Muscle gets then over the line eventually, Leinster make harder work ...

Connacht lack accuracy, Ulster deserve more respect & Interpro 1st blood URC 5 rd 4

19 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Connacht are still looking for the spark for a full 80 minutes of performance lose to the bulls at home Ulster beat the sharks well with accuracy and ...

A frustrating Connacht performance as 3 out of 4 provinces get the win in URC 5 rd 3

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's round 3 of the URC we talk Connachts frustrations, how Leinster beat a meme, that Coombes = Ross Byrne, And Ulster up the tempo

The Windy West, Leinster loss, & Classy Crowley its URD5 RD 2

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A wind impacted RD2 of the URC comes to an end, Leinster leave SA with another loss, Munster get past Cardiff. Dropgoals, game smarts, and more as Wil...

URC 5 RD 1

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The URC is back for its 5th year, and I am back talking Connacht rugby, the provinces and the URC. I am joined by Will Foley and we go through the ac...

Women Interpros And The World Cup Warm Ups

27 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The 2nd Row podcast is back! The Womens Interpros are coming to a close with Connacht narrowly missing out on a final spot and with the World cup aro...

New Zealand vs Ireland Tour Review

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An incredible tour of New Zealand, 5 matches 3 wins, a big moment in Rugby history, who shone? What did Ireland do well? what can we do better? how ha...

Ireland New Zealand Tour Special

25 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Irish tour of New Zealand is about to begin I am joined by Oisin Collins in New Zealand to talk about what Ireland are looking to get out of the s...

TikTok 6 Nations Rd 3 Review

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It was an action packed Rd 3 of the TikTok 6 nations Ailbhe O'Nolan, Claire Molloy, Fiona Halligan and I got through all the games and have a look at ...

Tik Tok Review Wk 1

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A week Later than advertised The 2nd row podcast is back!! I am joined by Ailbhe O'Nolan & Clare Molloy We talk France vs Ireland, Wales vs Scotand & ...

The Andy Friend Interview

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to have Andy Friend on the podcast this week, we chat about Covid, player pathways, and the upcoming Pro 14 matches.

The Fionn Carr Interview

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to chat to Fionn carr this week Talking about his rugby career that has taken him from Naas to Hong Kong. His time in Connacht and the move to ...

The Andrew Browne Interview

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A longer than normal episode this week as I chat to Andrew Browne about his Rugby career from U20 grand slam to Pro 12 winner and onto his retirement ...

The Jake Heenan Interview

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to chat with Jake Heenan, a fan favorite who traveled to Connacht from New Zealand for his first senior rugby contract, had his struggles with i...

The Edel Mcmahon Interview

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to have Edel McMahon on this week talking about the highlights of her career so far. From starting with NUIG, her time in Galwegians, playing wi...

The Rory Parata Interview

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to chat with Rory Parata this week. We talk about his move from Australia to Ireland at a young age, his time in Connacht and how he is now thri...

The Eoin Mckeon Interview

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Eoin Mckeon for coming on the podcast this week and for his time in Connacht. He's been a part of our greatest days and I wish him well in t...

The Shannon Touhey Inteview

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Had a great chat with Shannon Touhey on her late arrival into rugby, the rise to Provincial rugby, and the personal sacrifice that sometimes needs to ...

The Ciaran Gaffney Interview

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I spoke with Ciaran Gaffney about his journey from Galwegians mini to the Connacht Academy, how he ended up playing with Zebre, the injury t...

The Andrew Farley Interview

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I was chatting with Connacht great Andrew Farly we talk about his journey to Galway and his time in Grenoble and he give some valuable adv...

The Ruth O'Reilly Interview

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to chat with Ruth O'Reilly, we talk about her journey from Kerry to Galwegians, the highs and lows of international rugby and the progression of...

The Shane O Leary Interview

28 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It was my pleasure to have Shane O'Leary on to talk about his career so far in rugby, from heading to Grenoble at a young age to his international car...

The Nichola Fryday Interview

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to have Nichola Fryday on to talk about her journey from Tullamore to Irish international, how shes coping with isolation. and the challenges th...

The Brett Wilkinson Interview

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I was delighted to have Brett Wilkinson on today, talking about hiscareer in Connacht, his retirement due to injury, and how life is in Hong Kong

The Lockdown Ep 4

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With the Sporting world on hiatus, Padraig and Oisín have put the 2nd Row into LOCKdown. A new mini-series designed to keep our minds on the game. ...

The Michael Swift Interview

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It was my Pleasure to have Michael Swift on to talk about his 15 year long career in Connacht Rugby, the highs the lows, the different coaches and the...

The Lockdown Ep 3

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With the Sporting world on hiatus, Padraig and Oisín have put the 2nd Row into LOCKdown. A new mini-series designed to keep our minds on the game. Th...

The Nicole Fowley Interview

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to have Nicole Fowley on to talk about her journey from Sligo to Galwegians and then onto Irish international, and all the ups and downs that pl...

The Lockdown Ep 2

27 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With the Sporting world on hiatus, Padraig and Oisín have put the 2nd Row into LOCKdown. A new mini-series designed to keep our minds on the game. Th...

The Fraser Gow Interview

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Great to have Fraser Gow the Connacht Club & Community Administrator, Connacht U18 Girls Head Coach & Galwegians Senior Womens Head Coach on to talk ...

Lockdown Ep 1

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the face of COVID-19, a shutdown of sport globally and an unsettled end to the season, Padraig and Oisín put the 2nd Row into LOCKdown. Join us fo...

Pro 14 Final Recap 1819

26 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Its the end of the 2018-19 season and Padraig and Oisín discuss the Pro14 Final and take a look at the season as a whole. As always we award the cov...

Pro 14 Semi Final Recap 1819

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Its Guinness Pro 14 Semi final time and Glasgow, Ulster Leinster and Munster battled it out to see who would be in the Final in Celtic Park! Padraig a...

European Finals Recap 1819

12 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Its European Finals time and Leinster are carrying the flag for the Pro14! Padraig and Oisín take a look at the Champions Cup final in detail, briefl...

Pro 14 Quarter Final Recap 1819

05 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Its Guinness Pro 14 Quarter final time and there two huge fixtures over the weekend, and two big results! Padraig and Oisín take a look at all the fi...

Pro 14 Round 21 Recap 1819

28 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

And that is it Round 21 has come and gone the regular season is over. This week Padraig is joined by Mark Anderson founder of the Pro14 Banter group o...

European Semi Finals Recap 1819

22 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Its one of the biggest weekends in northern Hemisphere rugby. It's European Semi final time and With both munster an Leinster involved the Pro 14 hope...

Pro 14 Round 20 Recap 1819

14 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is the Penultimate round of the PRO 14 and Padraig and Oisin take a look at how Round 20 impacted the teams and the tables as those knockout games ...

Pro 14 Round 19 Recap 1819

08 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With only three rounds left in the Pro 14the tensions is starting to pile on! Padraig and returning guest Andrew take a look at how Round 19 impacted ...

European Quarter Finals Recap 1819

31 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Its European Quarter final time and there was a huge amount of Pro 14 interest! Padraig and Oisín take a look at all the fixtures featuring Pro 14 te...

Pro 14 Round 18 Recap 1819

24 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The six nations has ended and the Pro 14 is on the final stretch. and the previous weekend of rugby had it all!!! Padraig and Oisín take a look at al...

Pro 14 Round 17 Recap 1819

03 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Another great weekend of Pro 14 action has come and gone! Padraig and Oisín take a look at all the Round 17 action, give our opinion on the major new...

Pro 14 Round 16 Recap 1819

24 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It was a full weekend of rugby so Padraig and Oisín keep their focus on the Pro 14 to recap round 16. They also chat rugby news and take a quick glan...

Pro 14 Round 15 Recap 1819

18 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After a short break the Pro 14 returns and so does Padraig and Oisín recap round 15 of the Pro 14, chat rugby news and take a quick glance at the 6 N...

Pro14 Round 14 Recap 1819

27 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Its the last round of the Pro 14 before the 6 nations, so Padraig and special guest Andrew Barker recap round 14 of the Pro 14, chat rugby news and ta...

Europe Round 6 Recap 1819

20 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back for the final pool stage of European rugby! We chat rugby news, recap the final round of the Champions Cup and Challenge Cu...

Europe Round 5 Recap 1819

14 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back for another weekend of European rugby! We chat rugby news, recap the penultimate round of the Champions Cup and Challenge C...

Pro14 Round 13 Recap 1819

06 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Its the last round of Christmas matches, so Padraig and Oisin are back to recap round 13 of the Pro 14, chat rugby news and take a look forward to the...

Pro14 Round 12 Recap 1819

30 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back to recap round 12 of the Pro 14, chat rugby news and take a look forward to the round 13 fixtures. As always we award the ...

Pro14 Round 11 Recap 1819

24 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back for Christmas derby season! The guys recap Round 11 of the Pro 14, chat rugby news and take a look forward to next weeks fe...

Europe Round 4 Recap 1819

16 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back for another weekend of European rugby! We chat rugby news, recap round 4 of the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup games and t...

Europe Round 3 Recap 1819

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The games are coming thick and fast and Padraig and Oisin talk European rugby! We chat rugby news, recap round 3 Champions Cup and Challenge Cup games...

Pro14 Round 10 Recap 1819

02 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap all the Pro 14 games in Round 10, chat rugby news and take a look forward to next weeks European fixtures . As always we awar...

Pro14 Round 9 Recap & Nov Internationals End 1819

26 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap all the Pro 14 games in Round 9 & the End of the November Internationals, chat rugby news and take a look forward to round 10 ...

November Internationals 2 Recap 1819

18 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap this weekend's November Internationals, chat rugby news and take a look forward to next weeks fixtures. Featuring as always th...

November International Special 1819

14 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In a special November series Preview we talk to 2 players whose rugby journey has been shaped by Connacht Rugby first we talk to Ali Miller one of Ire...

November Internationals 1 Recap 1819

11 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap this weekend's November Internationals, chat rugby news and take a look forward to next weeks fixtures. Featuring as always th...

Pro14 Round 8 Recap 1819

04 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap all the Pro 14 games in Round 8 & the start of the November Internationals, chat rugby news and take a look forward to next we...

Pro14 Round 7 Recap 1819

28 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back and so is the Pro 14! We recap all the games in Round 7, chat rugby news and take a look forward to Round 8 and the upcomin...

Europe Round 2 Recap 1819

21 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin chat rugby news, recap the second weekend of Champions Cup and Challenge Cup games and take a look forward to next weekend's Europea...

Europe Round 1 Recap 1819

14 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin take a European break! We chat rugby news, recap the opening weekend of Champions Cup and Challenge Cup games and take a look forwar...

Pro14 Round 6 Recap 1819

07 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back, we chat rugby news, recap the Pro 14 Round 6 games and take a look forward to the first round of European games. As always...

Pro14 Round 5 Recap 1819

30 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Padraig is joined by special guest Big Joe Shep from Three Blokes a Ball & BOD, we chat the rugby news, recap the Pro 14 Round 5 games and t...

Pro14 Round 4 Recap 1819

23 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back, we chat rugby news, recap the Pro 14 Round 4 games and take a look forward to Round 4. As always we award our 2nd Row Top ...

Pro14 Round 3 Recap 1819

16 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back, we chat rugby news, recap the Pro 14 Round 3 games and take a look forward to Round 4. As always we award our 2nd Row Top ...

Pro14 Round 2 Recap 1819

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back, we chat rugby news, recap the Pro 14 Round 2 games and take a look forward to Round 3. As always we award our 2nd Row Top ...

Pro14 Round 1 Recap 1819

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin are back for the opening weekend of the 2018-19 Pro 14 season. We chat rugby news, recap the Round 1 games and take a look forward t...

PRO 14 RD 1 Preview 1819 Season

29 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin preview the opening round of Pro 14 fixtures, with Cardiff vs Leinster, Ospreys vs Edinburgh, & Zebre vs Southern Kings starting at ...

Pro14 Preview 3 1819 Season

26 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

After previewing the Irish Provinces & Conference A, Padraig & Oisin Preview the rest of Conference B in the third and final of three podcasts leading...

Pro14 Preview 2 1819 Season

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

After previewing the Irish Provinces, Padraig & Oisin Preview the rest of Conference A in the second of three podcasts leading up to the beginning of ...

Pro14 Preview 1 1819 Season

19 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig & Oisin Preview the Irish provinces in the first of three podcasts leading up to the beginning of the Pro 14. Talking personnel changes, goals...

Sevens World Cup Special 2018

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap Ireland's Women's & Men's incredible performances in the Sevens Rugby World cup We also look towards the Super rugby semifinal...

Australia V Ireland Test 3 Recap 1718 Season

24 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap Ireland's Final match in the series of three tests against Australia We also round up some of the other matches As always the...

Australia V Ireland Test 2 Recap 1718 Season

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap Ireland's second match in the series of three tests against Australia and look ahead to the series decider. We also chat abou...

Australia V Ireland Test 1 Recap 1718 Season

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin recap Ireland's first match in the series of three tests against Australia and look ahead to test two. We also chat about the Irela...

Australia vs Ireland Summer Tour Preview 1718

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin preview the Irish summer tour of Australia, with special guests Blake and Richard from the Rugby Report Card. We also chat about th...

Pro 14 Final Recap 1718 Season

27 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin Look back at an incredible weekend of rugby as the Guinness Pro 14 Final took place. Leinster and Scarlets showed how a final should...

Pro 14 Final Preview 1718 Season

23 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin preview the upcoming Pro 14 Final between Leinster & Scarlets on Saturday, We give our take on the Irish Rugby senior and U20 squad...

Pro 14 Semi Final Recap 1718 Season

20 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin Look back at an incredible weekend of rugby as the Guinness Pro 14 Semi Finals took place. Scarlets eased by Glasgow, while Leinster...

PRO 14 Semi Final Preview 1718 Season

17 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin preview the upcoming Pro 14 semi finals between Glasgow & Scarlets on Friday, Leinster & Mmunster on Saturday, then on Sunday Ulster...

PRO 14 Champions Of Europe Champions Cup Recap

15 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin Look back at an historic win for Leinster in the Champions cup and a treat for the neutrals in the challenge cup final, on a weekend...

Champions Cup Final Preview

11 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin preview the upcoming Champions Cup final between Leinster and Racing 92, and the Challenge cup Final between Cardiff Blues and Glouc...

PRO 14 Quarter Final Recap 1718 Season

06 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin rundown the Guinness Pro14 Quarter Final fixtures for this week, as Munster needed moments of magic to beat Edinburgh, and Scarlets ...

PRO 14 Quarter Final Preview 1718 Season

03 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Padraig and Oisin preview the upcoming Guinness Pro14 Quarter Final fixtures. We make a dent in some of the rugby news including Kieran Keanes departu...

PRO 14 RD 21 Recap 1718 Season

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Oisin and I rundown the Guinness Pro14 round 21 fixtures for this week, as Connacht convincingly beat Leinster, Munster drew with Ulster, on a very bu...

PRO 14 RD 21 Preview 1718 Season

26 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Oisin and I preview the upcoming Guinness Pro14 Round 21 fixtures. John Muldoon plays his last match in the green of Connacht in the sportsground vs L...

PRO 14 RD 17B Recap 1718 Season

22 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Oisin and I rundown the Guinness Pro14 round "17B" fixtures for this week, and the Champions Cup Semi-Finals. Wins for Ulster and Leinster, but Munste...

PRO 14 RD 17B Preview 1718 Season

19 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Oisin and I preview the upcoming refixed Guinness Pro14 Round 17 fixtures with Ospreys away in Italy and Ulsters last home match of the regular seaso...