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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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Jack Crowley on facing ROG, his future and Munster's La Rochelle battle

4/3/2025
Will Slattery is joined by Munster out-half Jack Crowley ahead of this weekend's blockbuster Champions Cup showdown against La Rochelle. Jack's contract negotiations, Munster's chances going into the away trip and ROG's recent comments about his form are all on the menu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:15:24

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ROG's biggest challenge, Frawley's fall and Munster's opportunity

4/1/2025
Luke Fitzgerald, Jonathan Bradley and Luke Fitzgerald team up ahead of a seismic Champions Cup weekend which sees Leinster call Croke Park home and Munster play in a 'monster clash' against La Rochelle. The team break down the Irish provinces' chances in Europe this weekend - and why La Rochelle's form may be a great chance for Munster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:59:21

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Player management madness, Gavin Coombes' special skill and provinces back with a bang

3/25/2025
Will and Luke are joined by Jonathan Bradley to discuss a wild weekend of URC action that saw all four provinces involved in dramatic encounters. Jack Crowley's minutes, Gavin Coombes' ability to score tries and the malaise at Ulster and Connacht are all on the menu Will and Luke finish off by looking ahead to the announcement of Andy Farrell's Lions assistant coaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:04:06

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Ireland's weak finish, importance of summer tour and Lions talk begins

3/18/2025
The Six Nations is over and has left Ireland - and its potential Lions - with questions to answer ahead of the return to club action. Will Slattery and Luke Fitzgerald give their final reviews of the Six Nations and where Ireland go from hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:52:26

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'The attack was worryingly flat' | Reaction from Rome | Ireland 22 Italy 17

3/15/2025
Sinéad Kissane, Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Cian Tracey deliver their verdict from the Stadio Olimpico as Ireland end the Six Nations with a hard-fought victory. Rugby on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:28:26

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Are Ireland too reliant on the schools rugby production line?

3/13/2025
Will is joined by Bernard Jackman for an extra episode of The Left Wing to discuss the place the schools game has in the Irish rugby production line and to look ahead to the cup finals on St Patrick's Day. Bernard offers ideas for how Irish rugby can broaden its playing base to supplement the schools game while he also compares the Irish system at that level with the international schools scene. Finally, he gives his verdict on the Leinster senior cup final between Terenure and Blackrock, which will take place at Tallaght Stadium on Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:36:17

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Where do Ireland go from here? | More discipline problems | France front up

3/11/2025
Will Slattery, Luke Fitzgerald and Jonathan Bradley run the rule over a crushing defeat for Ireland, where France's superior discipline counted. The team also break down the use of Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley across the Six Nations, and discuss Fabien Galthie's comments after Antoine Dupont's injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:04:34

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Rampant France power past Ireland | Post-match reaction | ?? 27-42 ????

3/8/2025
Sinead Kissane, Ruaidhri O'Connor & Cian Tracey convene at The Aviva Stadium after France emphatically ended Ireland's Grand Slam aspirations with a dominant display in Dublin. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Energia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:22

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Ireland's bench call | Pressure on France | The problem with 7/1

3/4/2025
Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery are joined by Jonathan Bradley as we build up to the Six Nations-defining clash between Ireland and France this Saturday. Sam Prendergast’s tackling, the impact of the bench split and the question-mark over Cian Healy’s involvement are all on the menu this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:58:22

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Ireland's resilience | Red card farce | Porter's scrum problem

2/24/2025
We're ahead of the game this week as Will Slattery, Luke Fitzgerald and Rúaidhrí O'Connor bring you this week's Left Wing on a Monday where the rugby world is still analysing an Irish win that raised many questions of Simon Easterby's men. The team debate why Jack Crowley isn't getting a look in, Andrew Porter's scrum style, and the power game in world rugby that led to the current red card rules. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:05:36

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Instant Reaction: Ireland 'got out of jail' as they leave Wales with Triple Crown in hand

2/22/2025
Ireland are Triple Crown champions after a nervy victory over Wales at the Principality Stadium. Sinéad Kissane, Cian Tracey and Rúaidhrí O'Connor break down the game after the final whistle in Cardiff. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:04

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Simon Easterby's future | Should Ireland rotate? | Warren Gatland's demise

2/18/2025
We are days away from Ireland's journey to Cardiff as the Six Nations continues against a Wales team that have been through a tumultuous time. Will and Luke break down what we can expect from the game, ask what may come next for Simon Easterby, and the team give their thoughts on how the Ireland team should be selected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:57:03

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Ireland's Six Nations statement, Sam Prendergast's defence and France blow up

2/10/2025
Will Slattery and Luke Fitzgerald are joined by Jonathan Bradley to reflect on Ireland's dominant win over Scotland that sees them take control of the Six Nations title race. Jonathan lauds the effort of the Ireland forwards while Luke thinks that Robbie Henshaw was fortunate to avoid a yellow card in a crucial period of the game. Luke also assesses Sam Prendergast's performance and points to his defence as one area to improve. France's wasteful defeat against England at Twickenham and another dark day for Welsh rugby are on the menu too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:07:13

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Scots dismantled by dominant Ireland display — Post-match reaction — Scotland 18-32 Ireland

2/9/2025
Sinead Kissane, Cian Tracey & Ruaidhri O'Connor convene at Murrayfield after Ireland etched an emphatic win in Edinburgh, and another bonus point in what could prove a pivotal weekend in the race for this year's Six Nations. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Energia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:32:17

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Ireland's room to improve, Prendergast vs Crowley and Scotland selection

2/4/2025
Luke Fitzgerald, Will Slattery and Cian Tracey discuss all the major talking points after Ireland's opening Six Nations win over England. Cian and Will feel that Ireland's performance was a major improvement from November but Luke still thinks Simon Easterby's side have plenty to work on ahead of Sunday's trip to face Scotland. Ireland's bench impact, the Sam Prendergast vs Jack Crowley debate and England's game plan are all on the agenda too. The panel then finishes up by looking at what changes might be made to the team for the clash at Murrayfield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:58:51

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Second-half salvo steers Ireland past England — Post-match reaction — Ireland 27-22 England

2/1/2025
Sinead Kissane is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor & Cian Tracey at the Aviva Stadium after Ireland turned the tide to topple England in their Six Nations opener. Rugby coverage on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:37

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Ireland's style vs Leinster's identity and Six Nations selection dilemmas

1/28/2025
Will Slattery and Luke Fitzgerald are joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor from Ireland's training camp in Portugal to preview the Six Nations championship and Saturday's game against England. The divergence in style between Leinster and Ireland is up for discussion while the lads also break down the selection dilemmas facing Simon Easterby ahead of the opening game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:05:49

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Garry Ringrose the winger, Jack Crowley bounces back and Six Nations looms large

1/21/2025
Rúaidhrí O'Connor was on the phone from Rome in this week's episode of the Left Wing as he checked in from the Six Nations launch event in the Italian capital. This week, Will, Luke and Rúaidhrí break down Leinster's path to the Champions Cup final after their win over Bath, discuss their backline selection dilemmas, and ask if Garry Ringrose is the right fit on the wing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:53:36

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Leinster's ferocious defence, game management issues and Munster's comeback

1/14/2025
Luke and Will are joined by Jonathan Bradley of BBC Northern Ireland to break down a thrilling weekend of Champions Cup action. The panel start by looking back on Leinster's dramatic win in La Rochelle, before moving on to Munster's vital victory over Saracens at Thomond Park. Ulster's collapse against Leicester and Connacht's Challenge Cup ambitions are up for discussion too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:08:22

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Champions Cup blockbusters, Tom O'Toole's harsh ban and rugby's new rules

1/7/2025
Luke Fitzgerald and BBC Sport's Jonathan Bradley join Will Slattery as the Irish provinces gear up for this weekend's European action. The team break down Leinster's daunting journey to La Rochelle, why Saracens may be able to get past Munster, and take a look at Ulster and Connacht's clashes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:08:40