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The biggest stories in Irish rugby with our team of writers and experts, including Rúaidhrí O'Connor, Cian Tracey, Will Slattery, Sineád Kissane and Luke Fitzgerald. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, expert opinion and post-match comment we have every position covered. From in-depth analysis to team news and post-match analysis we have every position covered.

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Ireland

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The biggest stories in Irish rugby with our team of writers and experts, including Rúaidhrí O'Connor, Cian Tracey, Will Slattery, Sineád Kissane and Luke Fitzgerald. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, expert opinion and post-match comment we have every position covered. From in-depth analysis to team news and post-match analysis we have every position covered.

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English


Episodes
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Rating the Irish Lions and Australia's regrets

8/5/2025
In the final instalment of this season's Left Wing, Will, Luke and Jonathan give the grand overall view of the Lions Tour, how Australia could have made it a greater nail-biter and evaluating all the Irish players We'd like to thank all our listeners for turning in across another bumper rugby season! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:10:43

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Australia 22 Lions 12 | Wallabies win third Test as lightning strikes Sydney

8/2/2025
Will is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey to react to Australia's 22-12 win over the Lions in the final Lions Test. The lads break down the Wallabies' deserved win in a game that saw a 40-minute delay due to a lightning warning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:29

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The bumper Lions review | Comebacks, clearouts & controversies

7/29/2025
Rugby fans were treated to a sensational Lions Test in Melbourne, one that has dug up a treasure trove of talking points for Will, Luke and Jonathan Bradley. The team break down the decisions to award the Lions' winning try, why there was no 10 willing to take a drop goal and what players stood out in the series-clinching victorySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:04:37

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Lions 29 Australia 26 | A second Test that had absolutely everything

7/26/2025
Will Slattery, Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey break down the Lions' dramatic win over Australia in Melbourne to clinch the Test series. Hugo Keenan's try secured a famous victory for Andy Farrell's side and there is plenty to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:22

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Tadhg Beirne brilliance, the Will Skelton lifeline & time for Owen Farrell?

7/22/2025
Will and Luke are joined by Jonathan Bradley to break down the first Lions Test and look ahead to this weekend's showdown in Melbourne. Tadhg Beirne's huge performance, Andy Farrell's brilliant selection calls last weekend and what changes might come to the Test team are all up for discussion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:57:51

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Lions 27-19 Australia | First Test win as Wallabies fail to fire 🏉

7/19/2025
Will Slattery is joined by Bernard Jackman & Cian Tracey in studio, and by Ruaidhri O'Connor from Brisbane, for live post-match reaction to the Lions first test victory over Australia. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is with thanks to Energia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:09

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🔔 Lions Watchalong | Will Slattery, Bernard Jackman & Cian Tracey 🦁🏉

7/19/2025
It's Lions first Test morning and Will Slattery, Bernard Jackman and Cian Tracey are bringing you minute-by-minute reaction and analysis on the live Indo Sport Watchalong. Starting from 10.45am, our panel will be with you before, during and after the big game. Follow our watchalong here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewZ9sOYbAQU ↩️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:01:00

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Lions Test week, Joe Schmidt's plan & big selection calls

7/15/2025
Will and Luke are joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor from Australia to preview this weekend's first Lions Test. The lads start off by debating whether the glut of recent call ups devalues the Lions before talk turns to the big selection dilemmas facing Andy Farrell this week. The areas Joe Schmidt might target and who will win on Saturday are up for discussion too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:58:55

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The Lions squad imbalance, Wednesday trial match & Ireland talent emerges

7/7/2025
Will Slattery, Luke Fitzgerald and Jonathan Bradley team up after a big weekend for both the Lions and Ireland, both squads nothing up wins but the Lions still pose questions as to their standards ahead of the Test series with the Wallabies. Luke's experience in the warm-up fixtures, Joe Schmidt's thinking in Australia's preparations and a view towards the Ireland stars of the future are all on the menu in this week's Left WingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:57:39

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Lions 21 Waratahs 10 | Andy Farrell won't be happy after 'clunky' display

7/5/2025
Will is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor from Sydney to react to the Lions' unconvincing 21-10 win over the Waratahs. With only two games remaining until the first Test against Australia, Andy Farrell won't be happy with the amount of handling errors on display. The lads discuss how Hugo Keenan fared on his tour debut, Tadhg Beirne's poor form and what the team might look like against the Brumbies on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:39

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Lions emergency pod | The Owen Farrell bombshell & what comes next

7/3/2025
Will Slattery is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor from Sydney to react to Owen Farrell's shock call-up to the squad. While we were all sleeping in Ireland, news emerged that the English veteran has been added to Andy Farrell's touring party. Will and Ruaidhri debate whether the selection was justified, what impact Farrell might have on the tour and when he will make his tour debut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:58

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Lions Test team takes shape & Crowley v Prendergast starts again

6/30/2025
In a rare Monday switch-up, Cian Tracey dials in from Tbilisi as he, Will and Luke preview Ireland's fixtures in Georgia and Portugal. But first - there's plenty to sink our teeth into as the Lions turn their attention to their attention to their next game, against the Reds. The team break down what we have learned so far and ask what Andy Farrell's Test team will look likeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:59:19

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Lions 54 Western Force 7: Joe McCarthy leads the charge for impressive Irish

6/28/2025
Will Slattery is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor from Perth to discuss the Lions' emphatic 54-7 win over the Western Force. Joe McCarthy's outstanding outing, Tadhg Beirne's struggles and the Henry Pollock experience are all up for discussion. Ruaidhri also brings up the possibility that Andy Farrell might play his strongest team in the Wednesday fixtures rather than follow the traditional Saturday schedule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:06

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The Irish Lions dynamic, Farrell vs Schmidt and early war of words brewing

6/24/2025
Will and Luke are joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor before his departure to Australia to do a deep dive into the next six weeks of Lions action. The atmosphere in the Aviva Stadium last Friday night, the Joe Schmidt vs Andy Farrell battle and the Irish-heavy dynamic are all up for discussion. The brewing dispute of whether the Australia internationals will be available for warm-up games is also on the menu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:57:30

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Argentina 28 Lions 24: the winners & losers from shocking opener

6/21/2025
Will Slattery is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey to reflect on the Lions' shock loss to Argentina at the Aviva Stadium. Despite a packed crowd and a cracking atmosphere, a 'clunky' Lions performance was punished ruthlessly by Felipe Contepomi's men. The guys discuss the areas where the Lions fell short, Andy Farrell's ruthless assessment and the players who will be most worried after the opening night. Rugby on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:45

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Leinster deliver emphatic final statement - but was their season a success?

6/17/2025
Will and Luke are joined by Cian Tracey to break down Leinster's emphatic URC final win over the Bulls. Jack Conan's big performance, the emergence of Ryan Baird, Tommy O'Brien's potential and the Bulls' dreadful effort are all up for discussion. The panel also debate whether Leinster's season can be considered a success between their URC and Champions Cup campaigns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:59:39

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Leinster 32 Bulls 7 Instant Reaction: URC title sealed by electric start

6/14/2025
Leinster’s emphatic win over the Bulls in Croke Park has put an end to their trophyless spell. Rúaidhrí O’Connor and Cian Tracey give their live reaction from Croke Park on a day where the Irish province’s fast start set the tone. Rugby on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:10

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Leinster's D-Day, the Prendergast decision & the view from South Africa

6/10/2025
Will and Luke get the view from South Africa from former Springbok Bob Skinstad ahead of the URC final while Cian Tracey checks in from Portugal as Andy Farrell's Lions squad begin their preparations. Leinster's showdown with the Bulls, whether Sam Prendergast should start on Saturday and what Bulls coach Jake White might be planning are all on the menu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:03:47

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Leinster's bad vibes, Munster's heartbreak & the return of Stuart Lancaster

6/3/2025
Will and Luke Fitzgerald are joined in studio by Leinster legend Reggie Corrigan to discuss a dramatic URC quarter-final weekend and Stuart Lancaster's return to Irish rugby. Luke and Reggie look back on their brief crossover at Leinster during the Michael Cheika era before talk turns to the pressure Leo Cullen's side are under ahead of next weekend's semi-final against Glasgow. Munster's contentious penalty shootout defeat to the Sharks and the huge boost Connacht received with the Stuart Lancaster announcement is up for discussion too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:01:07

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Brilliant Bordeaux, Tadhg Furlong worry and Club World Cup issues

5/27/2025
Brilliant Bordeaux, Tadhg Furlong worry and Club World Cup issues Jonathan Bradley joins Will Slattery and Luke Fitzgerald for another round-up of the week's rugby talking points - led off by the Champions Cup final ... and where the tournament's future lies with the upcoming Club World Cup. The team also break down this weekend's URC quarter-final match-upsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:56:23