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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, Stuart Lancaster, Keith Wood, Alan Quinlan, Stuart Barnes, Andy Dunne and many more besides. Subscribe for the most comprehensive audio channel for Rugby that you're going to get anywhere. From legends interviews to live roadshows, analysis, depth charts, reviews, and weekly news. It's the home of Monday Night Rugby, Wednesday Night Rugby, the BODcast, Leaders Questions with Stuart Lancaster as well as Rugby on OTB AM.

Location:

Dublin, Ireland

Description:

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, Stuart Lancaster, Keith Wood, Alan Quinlan, Stuart Barnes, Andy Dunne and many more besides. Subscribe for the most comprehensive audio channel for Rugby that you're going to get anywhere. From legends interviews to live roadshows, analysis, depth charts, reviews, and weekly news. It's the home of Monday Night Rugby, Wednesday Night Rugby, the BODcast, Leaders Questions with Stuart Lancaster as well as Rugby on OTB AM.

Language:

Irish

Contact:

Marconi House Digges Lane Dublin 2 1850 453106


Episodes

DENIS FOGARTY & EIMEAR CORRI: Creating a new culture for the Six Nations | The challenge of Le Mans

3/18/2024
Ireland scrum coach Denis Fogarty and second row Eimear Corri spoke to Stephen Kisbey-Green at the Abbottstown HPC prior to the start of the Six Nations this weekend.

Duration:00:15:09

Rugby Daily | Frisch in Farrell's thoughts, O'Mahony's Super Saturday hopes, France Ollivon fears

3/15/2024
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland captain's run ahead of their Six Nations finale with Scotland. We hear from captain Peter O'Mahony, who spoke at the Aviva today. Andy Farrell jumps to the defence of under-fire Conor Murray, and has his say on the Antoine Frisch situation. Plus, could France be forced into a late change for their date with England.

Duration:00:07:04

Rugby Daily | Farrell on Nash, Gatland talks North, Rassie on Ireland

3/14/2024
On a bumper edition of Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland team to play Scotland on Super Saturday in the Six Nations. We hear from Andy Farrell, and his Scottish counterpart Gregor Townsend. There's interesting team news for France's game with England, which in a roundabout way brings good news for Munster. Warren Gatland addresses George North's retirement, and whether he tried to convince him to stay. Rassie Erasmus has been talking about his favourite subject... Ireland. And we hear from Eddie Jones, who has lofty ambitions for Japan.

Duration:00:15:19

Rugby Daily | U20 changes for Scotland decider, Ulster sign Blitzbok Kok, North retires

3/13/2024
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of the Ireland U20's must-win game with Scotland at Virgin Media Park. We also hear from Ireland backs coach Ian Keatley. Ulster have signed a South African winger from the Sharks, who continue to hand out contracts like Smarties. And George North confirms his international retirement.

Duration:00:06:35

Rugby Daily | Easterby on Frisch France call, All Black XV playing Thomond, Sharks sign Leinster lock

3/12/2024
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from a wounded Ireland camp. We hear from defence coach SImon Easterby, who also addresses the potential capping by France of Antoine Frisch. Munster have confirmed some big-name visitors for the autumn. England suffer an injury blow ahead of their final Six Nations outing with France. A Leinster lock is on his way to South Africa. And another Irishman joins the Springboks coaching staff.

Duration:00:06:07

Rugby Daily | Scotland alterations for Super Saturday, Frisch France farrago, Gatland on Italy

3/11/2024
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack delivers the fallout from Saturday's Grand Slam heartbreak in Twickenham. Scotland make some minor alterations to their squad for this weekend's Six Nations decider at the Aviva. The latest on Antoine Frisch's call-up for France. Plus, Warren Gatland assesses Italy, with a wooden spoon staring him in the face.

Duration:00:08:13

Rugby Daily | Felix Jones on Ireland, France ring changes, Montpellier star hunt

3/8/2024
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the very latest ahead of Ireland's crunch Six Nations game with England. We hear from England defence coach Felix Jones on what Steve Borthwick's side need to do to beat Ireland. Plus, Peter O'Mahony on the thorns carried by the Red Rose. Emmanuel Meafou's handed his France debut, as Fabien Galthié rings the changes for Cardiff. Connacht tie down a young back rower to a new deal. And Montpellier remain in the hunt for some big names this summer.

Duration:00:06:05

Peter O'Mahony | The Best Irish side POM's been a part of? | Ireland v England Preview

3/8/2024
Peter O'Mahony speaks to the media ahead of Ireland's fixture against England in Twickenham.

Duration:00:11:11

Rugby Daily | Keenan returns, Borthwick on Ireland, Australia's unauthorised WC expense

3/7/2024
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland and England team news ahead of Saturday's crucial Six Nations clash at Twickenham. We hear from Andy Farrell and Steve Borthwick on the task at hand. Italy hand a debut to the son of a Wallabies legend. And Rugby Australia reveal a huge overspend on their doomed World Cup campaign.

Duration:00:07:24

Rugby Daily | England surprise starter, Ulster trio renew, Wales drop North

3/6/2024
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest team news from England ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash with Ireland at Twickenham. We hear from Cian Healy on the threat posed by the Red Rose. Wales drop George North for Sunday's date with France. And Ulster's Bryn Cunningham talks about the pivotal moment for the province, as a trio of players commit their futures at the Kingspan Stadium.

Duration:00:07:12

Rugby Daily | Henderson & Jager in Twickenham mix, Molony to Bath, Connacht's new deal

3/5/2024
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's Six Nations game at Twickenham. We hear from scrum coach John Fogarty on the current injury situation, the threat posed by England, and the need for the scrum to perform. A Leinster lock looks set for a Premiership move. And Connacht tie down one of their starlets.

Duration:00:05:17

The Red 78 Unlocked: Reds see off Zebre in Cork, Haley impresses and big games ahead Ep.89

3/5/2024
Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Zebre in Virgin Media Park. (0.30) Intro and comments (5.45) Fiona and Quinny look back at the win over Zebre (12.00) Mike Haley’s player of the match performance (17.50) RG Snyman (22.00) Munster’s academy players (24.00) Star of the week The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email therugbychannel@bauermedia.ie Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Duration:00:18:35

OTB Rugby Daily | Countdown to England Six Nations clash begins and Dupont targets Olympic success

3/4/2024
On Monday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan the countdown to Ireland's Six Nations game against England this weekend has begun, one Italian flanker has been forced to retire at 28 and Dupont targets Olympic gold.

Duration:00:08:46

Rugby Daily | Byrne brothers start together, Soper leans on Ulster experience, Meafou poised for French debut

3/1/2024
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news from three of the four provinces ahead of their URC fixtures. The Byrne brothers get a rare start together for Leinster, as Jordan Larmour reaches the century mark for the province. There's a maiden start for a Connacht hooker, and we hear from Cathal Forde. Interim Ulster head coach Dan Soper leans on experience for tomorrow's visit of the Dragons. Emmanuel Meafou is poised to make his overdue French debut next week. And the rugby world bids farewell to the great JPR Williams.

Duration:00:07:35

Rugby Daily | Catt on Aviva atmosphere, International trio back for Munster, McGeechan's new role

2/29/2024
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all you need to know from today's open training session at the Aviva - who trained, and who didn't. Mike Catt has his say on the Lansdowne Road atmosphere deficiency, the improvements required for Twickenham and the chummed waters of the Ireland centre. We hear from Mike Prendergast ahead of Munster's URC fixture with Zebre, as an international trio return. And Ian McGeechan has a surprising new role in his native Yorkshire.

Duration:00:06:14

Rugby Daily | Marcus Smith to face Ireland? Farrell discusses Racing move, WXV venues confirmed

2/28/2024
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you interesting team news from England ahead of Ireland's trip to Twickenham on Saturday-week. Italy welcome back an experienced duo as they aim to cause another Six Nations upset. Owen Farrell discusses his decision to leave Saracens for the first time. And the venues for this year's WXV are confirmed.

Duration:00:04:50

Rugby Daily | Keenan injury update, Danty punishment decided, Hassell-Collins on Wales links

2/27/2024
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Hugo Keenan's bothersome knee, and we hear from the full-back himself. Finlay Bealham's received a last-minute recall to the Ireland camp - Connacht scrum coach Colm Tucker reacts to that. Ulster interim coach Dan Soper on 'owning' Dan McFarland's departure. Jonathan Danty learns of his suspension following his red card against Italy. And Ollie Hassell-Collins responds to talk that he could play for Wales in the future.

Duration:00:07:10

Rugby Daily | Ringrose nears return, Garbisi apology, Jones heading to France

2/26/2024
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest news on Garry Ringrose's shoulder injury. Paolo Garbisi apologises for missing the penalty that cost Italy an historic win on French soil, while Les Bleus suffer at the hands of new injuries and suspensions. We hear from Andrew Goodman ahead of Leinster's trip to Cardiff in the URC. Montpellier have won the race to sign an experienced Scotland international. And Wasps near a return to meaningful rugby.

Duration:00:05:46

Rugby Daily | Don't disrespect Wales says O'Mahony, Russell's Steward surprise

2/23/2024
On Friday's Rugby Daily Richie McCormack brings you plenty from Ireland's captain's run before tomorrow's Six Nations date with Wales. We hear from Peter O'Mahony on the notion of Wales being a potential 'banana skin', and on Ciaran Frawley's capabilities. Finn Russell admits his surprise at the dropping of England full-back Freddie Steward. Plus, France and Italy name their teams for Sunday.

Duration:00:06:16

Rugby Daily | Frawley gets nod, Gatland on Welsh rugby reset, Steward dropped for Calcutta Cup

2/22/2024
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland team news for Saturday's Six Nations date with Wales. We hear from Andy Farrell on potential debutant Oli Jager, and the status of his walking wounded. Warren Gatland's provided unique insight on the national reset required to return Welsh rugby to its previous best. Plus, interesting team news for Saturday's Calcutta Cup clash.

Duration:00:10:12