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OTB Rugby

OTB Sports
Six Nations
Ireland
Munster Rugby
Ireland Rugby
Irish Rugby
Munster
Rugby
Leinster Rugby
Leinster
England
France
URC
Women's Six Nations
Connacht
Champions Cup
La Rochelle
Six Nations Championship
Ireland Women's Rugby
Andy Farrell
Rugby World Cup

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, Alan Quinlan, Stuart Barnes, Andy Dunne, James Tracy 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 ... more

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Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill,

Coming up, we kick off the final run-in to Leinster's Champions Cup clash with Bordeaux.

Why Irish coaches are a la mode in French rugby right now,

And a pretty distressing court case involving ... more

Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.

Coming up, how a blitz defence actually works, and will it be Leinster's undoing in Bilbao,

The brain injury lawsuit being taken by former rugby players is on the brink of collapse,

And tribut... more

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster greats Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to talk about the win over the Lions that sees Munster finish 5th in the URC table, and sets up a quarter final clash away to the Bulls.

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Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.

Coming up, Ulster could receive a major injury boost ahead of the Challenge Cup final this weekend,

Fiona Hayes on the breakthrough star for Ireland in the Women's Six Nations,

And with another ... more

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Recent Guests

Jacques Nienaber
Senior coach interviewed about game stakes
South Africa / rugby coaching
Episode: Rugby Daily | Munster launch review after Randle appointment, Ross Byrne back to URC?
Niamh Gallagher
Ireland women's rugby player, making senior debut
Ireland Women's Team
Episode: RUGBY DAILY: Ireland build up to a huge week against the Scots | Munster flyer to join the Bulls
Ian Henderson
Ulster captain
Ulster Rugby
Episode: RUGBY DAILY: Leinster and Ulster name their teams for some big Euro action | Munster cancel Randle appointment
James Topping
National Talent ID and head coach of the Women's Sevens
Ireland Rugby
Episode: IRFU hunt for talent | "I'm trying to keep talent in Ireland!" | Identifying high-potential athletes
Audrey O'Flynn
Transfer athlete with hockey background, later sevens
Ireland Hockey / Sevens
Episode: IRFU hunt for talent | "I'm trying to keep talent in Ireland!" | Identifying high-potential athletes
Rocky Elsom
Former Australia rugby captain, ex-Wallaby, associated with Narbonne
Narbonne (France)
Episode: Rugby Daily | Rocky Elsom on "unjust" conviction in France, Montpellier's Drogheda-born centre on life in Top 14
Johnny Murphy
Panel member
Off The Ball
Episode: RUGBY DAILY: Wafer on French revenge, AIL glory days and a Leinster injury update
Katrina Finn
Young star noted for scoring and leadership in the AIL final
UL Bohemians
Episode: RUGBY DAILY: Wafer on French revenge, AIL glory days and a Leinster injury update
Mark McHugh
St. Mary's head coach referenced in post-match discussion
St. Mary's College
Episode: RUGBY DAILY: Wafer on French revenge, AIL glory days and a Leinster injury update

Host

Cameron Hill
Host of Rugby Daily segments; affiliated with Off The Ball / OTB Sport.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Waste of money

    $15(aussie) per month and we get a 17 minute Monday Night Rugby. What a joke. Costs more than Netflix. Way better quality rugby podcast out there for free. RTE Rugby podcast , Indo rugby Podcast and the Left Wing just to name a few.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BacardiMeezers
    Australia2 months ago
  • Gone downhill

    Used to subscribe and enjoyed it but the Rugby Daily has lost my following.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    cgmanc
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Timo

    Hi guys,

    Love listening to the rugby podcasts but could you set it up that the latest downloads go to the top of the list not the bottom, it’s a pain in the hoop the way it is at the moment

    Cheers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drico's last fling
    Ireland8 months ago
  • Too much Matt Williams

    Too much Matt Williams

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Troy & Abed in the mooooorning
    Australia10 months ago
  • Not working again

    Yet again no episodes showing since 387 which is over 3 weeks ago. My subscription is active, I’ve reinstalled the app yet nothing. Any ideas or fixes as zero support available

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kdirl
    Irelanda year ago

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#124
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#12
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#133
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#143
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUGBY | 'There's people that were having the game of their lives that went off' | FIONA HAYES
Q: Is there concern about Ireland's depth in the squad for future matches?
Yes, there's consideration about how eight replacements translate to real impact, whether the bench can consistently deliver, and how depth is developed for future Six Nations campaigns and World Cup contexts.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUGBY | 'There's people that were having the game of their lives that went off' | FIONA HAYES
Q: What went wrong in that second half for Ireland against France?
Fiona notes that France raised their game and emphasized the need for a more effective bench impact, with changes around the 50-55 minute mark failing to sustain performance; she also highlights the importance of maintaining intensity and the challenges of managing substitutions at high-speed intensity.
"They have a couple of Wafer's and King's which are phenomenal" | Alan Quinlan & Dara Smith-Naughton: Ireland lose to France in Clermont, Munster HAMMER Ulster & Leinster lose in Italy | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Q: What did the players take away about their game plan and execution?
They felt their approach was solid in patches, with issues in finishing and defensively in closing gaps; the message was to stick to strengths while tightening defense and taking decisive, smarter options.
"They have a couple of Wafer's and King's which are phenomenal" | Alan Quinlan & Dara Smith-Naughton: Ireland lose to France in Clermont, Munster HAMMER Ulster & Leinster lose in Italy | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Q: Was this game a setback for the group, or a learning opportunity?
No, not a setback; they'll learn from it, and the focus is on continuing to improve and upcoming fixtures, especially at home where they expect better performances.
THE SIX NATIONS SHOW | Relationship with Aoife Wafer | Eating disorders and body positivity| SILVIA TURANI
Q: Tell us, how has Aoife settled in to the Harlequin squad? What's it been like playing with her?
Aoife has been great in the environment, coming back from injury and showing professional conduct. She's been managed through rehab, and her return to play has been impressive, contributing positively to the team.

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Frequently Asked Questions About OTB Rugby

What is OTB Rugby about and what kind of topics does it cover?

OTB Rugby delivers fast, opinionated rugby briefings and in-depth analysis with a focus on Irish rugby, European competitions, and the global game. Episodes mix match-day breakdowns, governance and off-field news, player and coach interviews, and tactical explainers, often featuring high-profile guests from Ireland and abroad. A standout strength is the blend of live analysis, historical context, and accessible coaching perspectives, making it valuable for fans who want both immediate reactions and deeper strategic takeaways. The show often centers on Leinster, Munster, Ulster, and Ireland, while also tackling refereeing decisions, officiating workflows, and evolving competition formats. Potential listeners include engaged rugby supporters,... more

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4. James Topping
5. Audrey O'Flynn
6. Rocky Elsom
7. Johnny Murphy
8. Katrina Finn

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