CaolánSRugby Podcast

It might have been a warm-up for the upcoming WXV 1 tournament, but it didn’t look or feel like it as Ireland crushed the Wallaroos 36-10 in front of a boisterous Belfast crowd. Rising star Aoife Wafer got two tries of her own in an utterly convincing victory as the feel good factor keeps on rolling.

David Cordial joined me directly post game me to discuss this seismic victory.

Guests:

David Cordial - https://x.com/AH_David

United Rugby Rewind - https://feeds.megaphone.fm/COMG6292295182

Red Army Podcast - https://shows.acast.com/the-red-army-podcast

You can find me @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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The United Rugby Championship is fast approaching, and today's show will get you up to speed on all of the non-Irish teams.

An all star panel of Johan, Huw, Craig and Mike join me to preview the hotly anticipated season ahead.

Guests:

Huw Griffin - https://x.com/HuwGriffinRugby

Craig Manson - https://x.com/Scrumchampion

Mike Petretta - https://x.com/Italian_Rugby

Johan Jordaan - https://x.com/Johan_Jordaan72

Enjoy!

United Rugby Rewind - https://feeds.megaphone.fm/COMG6292295182

Red Army Podcast - https://shows.acast.com/the-red-army-podcast

Feel free to follow me on my socials @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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From lower tiers to the highest tests, rugby in France is absolutely booming!

In our opening discussion show of the season, I am joined by French rugby writers Illtud Dafydd and Paul Eddison to discuss this unrelenting rising tide, and what we can take from it.

Guests:

Illtud Dafydd - https://x.com/IlltudDafydd

Paul Eddison - https://x.com/pauleddison

Enjoy!

United Rugby Rewind - https://feeds.megaphone.fm/COMG6292295182

Red Army Podcast - https://shows.acast.com/the-red-army-podcast

Feel free to follow me on my socials @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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There are multiple routes to the top of the game, but even at that, Noel McNamara's journey is really "the road less travelled".

In our opening interview of the new series, I speak to Noel about his route from Glenstal to Bordeaux, the cultural differences of coaching world stars, the season gone by and coming up and so much more.

Enjoy!

United Rugby Rewind - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PQ2GeblraQGHefjjfjQbF?si=cAt7YgpFQyO9Hcxt-rPJEw

Red Army Podcast - https://shows.acast.com/the-red-army-podcast

Feel free to follow me on my socials @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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This season has been a drag, so in our final show of a nearly 100 episode campaign, I've decided to pit two provincial rivals but real life friends against each other in a light hearted quiz.

It's Munster vs Leinster, but who will come out on top?

Enjoy and make sure to play along from home!

Guests:

Ben Leahy - https://x.com/purplebenny

David Cordial - https://x.com/AH_David

You can find me @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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Nothing highlights Ireland's rugby rise quite like the under-20's. Despite falling short this year, it was another successful and talented squad with plenty to be excited by.

Tom Savage of Three Red Kings joins me to reflect on Ireland's efforts in this year's under 20 World Championship.

Guests:

Tom Coleman - https://x.com/LeinsterRoyalty

Harry Jones - https://x.com/haribaldijones

Jack Fogarty - https://x.com/FogartyJack

Aaron Talbot - https://x.com/Aarontalbot4

You can find me @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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Drama! What is it about this rivalry? After 160 minutes of gripping test match rugby, the two heavyweights cannot be seperated, but more importantly, they could be on Sunday. Step forward Ciarán Frawley and a drop-goal for the ages.

Tom, Harry, Jack and Aaron join me to discuss yet another Springbok-Ireland thriller.

Guests:

Tom Coleman - https://x.com/LeinsterRoyalty

Harry Jones - https://x.com/haribaldijones

Jack Fogarty - https://x.com/FogartyJack

Aaron Talbot - https://x.com/Aarontalbot4

You can find me @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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From the lovable Ted Lasso to spiteful Eddie Jones, we all share the common belief: no one likes draws. Yet that is the aim for Ireland as their summer series reaches it's 2nd test crescendo.

On today's show I preview the deciding test, look at Ireland will need to work on to win and discuss why this could feel like an opportunity lost for the boys in green.

I also briefly touch upon that David Humphreys interview.

You can find me @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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The world champions did what world champions do. South Africa battled to a 27-20 home win over Ireland, a first for Rassie and co; and take the lead in this test series.

David, Thala and Owen joined me to recap the gruelling encounter.

Guests:

David Cordial - https://x.com/AH_David

Thala Msutu - https://x.com/ThalaMsutu77

Owen Harrison - https://x.com/Overthehillprop

You can find me @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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It's almost time for the grudge match everyone is excited for. Back to back Rugby World Cup champions South Africa welcoming back to back Six Nations winners Ireland to their home turf. It's the best facing off with nothing but pride and bragging rights at stake.

On today's show I preview this eagerly anticipated opening test looking at selections and playing styles.

I also discuss and commentate on the closing stages of the Ireland under-20's dramatic pool win over Georgia.

You can find me @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSky; with my articles available at: https://caolansrugby.wordpress.com

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