Rugby Union Weekly
BBC Radio 5 LiveRugby Union Weekly is presented by Ugo Monye, Chris Jones and Danny Care. Between the bickering and tangents they'll bring you special guests and cover the biggest stories in the game. Get in touch with the pod via 5 Live Sport on social media or email rugbyunionweekly@bbc.co.uk, and remember to leave us your ratings and reviews!
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 431 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RugbyNewsSportsSports News | |||
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Ugo and Chris sit down with the RFU performance director Conor O’Shea for a wide-ranging conversation about the big issues shaping English rugby. O’Shea reveals they plan to extend Steve Borthwick’s contract to cover the 2028 Six Nations and prevent ... more
The big-name guests keep on coming on the pod as we continue our build-up to the new season. On this episode Chris and Ashy chat to four players who have made big moves over the summer. First up is England centurion Courtney Lawes. Why Sale? Which Pr... more
The pod is back after the summer break and we have three big-name guests to kick off the new season. Chris and Ashy chat to Maro Itoje who reflects on being rested by England this July and about becoming a father later this month. We chat to Finn Rus... more
It’s a full house on the pod this week as Ugo, Danny, Ashy and Chris bring the curtain down on the summer window of the Nation’s Championship. There is plenty of fallout from England’s victory over Argentina. Ugo and Danny have their say on Felipe Co... more
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- Chris Ashton - the best pundit
Ashton is probably the best pundit on any rugby podcast - his knowledge of the game is without question and he has a great way of communicating the technicalities, he is quiet and Jones needs to bring him in more. Danny Care is the opposite, long winded fluffy chat, trying to be funny, a dominant talker of rubbish, offers zero content - a total waste of time.
Apple Podcasts1The back row chap
United Kingdom2 months ago - Where’s the rugby chat?
First ten minutes of the last but one episode was them talking about their trip to Wimbledon, and pure football chat, the rest of the podcast kept referring back to football. If we wanted to listen to that, we’d listen to the football pod.
Apple Podcasts1weprayforlightUnited Kingdom2 months ago - Chris Jones is a class apart
Chris Jones is a superb commentator and journalist. Ashy is excellent and Danny is a good contributor. When Jones isn’t on the pod it’s unlistenable.
Apple Podcasts4Piers1409United Kingdom2 months ago - Love this show, but…
A really informed show and one that doesn’t over produce… when they have something to say, they say it, but they don’t broadcast for broadcasting sake. My minor gripe is Ashy. He’s such a contrarian and he really needs to think about his longer term media career. He’s a poor man’s Roy Keane
Apple Podcasts4I-HobsyUnited Kingdom3 months ago - England would do best…
If clubs didn’t fill their teams with non qualified England players Rob.
Apple Podcasts3RidgersmeboyUnited Kingdom3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #2 |  United States/Sports/Rugby |
Spotify | #31 | United Kingdom/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #250 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby |
Apple Podcasts | #9 |  Canada/Sports/Rugby |
Apple Podcasts | #29 | United Kingdom/Sports |
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Rugby Union Weekly leans into expert rugby analysis, game strategy, and backstage narratives from top players, coaches, and pundits, sprinkled with banter and field-side observations. Episodes cover international and club rugby, tactical shifts, player development, officiating debates, and leadership dynamics, with a strong emphasis on England and broader northern-hemisphere rugby. A standout trait is the blend of high-level tactical discussions with occasional on-site or off-field human-interest angles, making it useful for sponsors and guests who want accessible yet informed conversations around the sport. The format often features returning hosts alongside high-profile guests, creating a lively but knowledgeable atmosphere that appeals t... more
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1. Conor O'Shea
2. Nicky Smith
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5. Neil Aldrich
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