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The latest news, views and interviews from the world of Welsh rugby.

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Latest Episodes

Gareth Rhys Owen and Lauren Salter are joined by Wales Head Coach Steve Tandy after he named his side to face New Zealand on Saturday, while James Hook hopes he can take inspiration from an infamous film about ice hockey to beat the All Blacks!

Lauren Salter is joined by former internationals Shane Williams, Tom Shanklin and Richie Rees to dissect Wales’ encounter with Eddie Jones’ Japan in the Nations Championship, and look ahead to facing the All Blacks next week - a challenge all guests ... more

Gareth Rhys Owen, Lauren Salter and Scott Baldwin react to the Wales side named to face Japan in the Nations Championship. We hear from head coach Steve Tandy about his selection of Max Llewellyn and Eddie James in the centres before Gareth speaks to... more

Gareth Rhys Owen and Lauren Salter are joined by former Wales internationals James Hook and Philippa Tuttiett to reflect on Wales Women's two test winning tour of Japan in the WXV and pick their men's Wales XV to face Japan in the Nations Championshi... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Shanklin
Former Wales international
Episode: The Warm Up: 'You've sold it to me now'
Richie Rees
Former Wales scrum-half who represented three Welsh regions
Episode: The Warm Up: 'You've sold it to me now'
Shane Williams
Former Wales international and World Player of the Year
Episode: The Warm Up: 'You've sold it to me now'
Eddie Jones
Japan head coach
Japan national rugby union team
Episode: Eddies take centre stage - Wales name team to face Japan
Steve Tandy
Wales head coach
Wales national rugby union team
Episode: Eddies take centre stage - Wales name team to face Japan
Philippa Tuttiett
Former Wales international rugby player
Episode: Japan review and preview
James Hook
Former Wales international rugby player
Episode: Japan review and preview
Matt Lloyd
BBC rugby reporter
BBC
Episode: Testing, testing 1,2, 3 ... URC & WXV review
Scott Baldwin
Former Wales international rugby player
Episode: Testing, testing 1,2, 3 ... URC & WXV review

Hosts

Gareth Rhys Owen
Welsh rugby broadcaster and journalist
Lauren Salter
Welsh rugby broadcaster and journalist

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • My go-to rugby pod! Bench Cuthy, start Balders!

    Love listening to GRO, he speaks with such passion and enthusiasm, Hooky and his insights are always interesting. They have a good range of guests. One thing they need to change is drop Alex Cuthbert and bring in Scott Baldwin more regularly, Cuthy offers very little other than taking about himself and repeating the word “obviously” in every sentence. Cuthy sounds unenthusiastic and is quite dull to listen to but Scott, on the other hand, brings the passion and knowledge of how the game is playe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    allnicjnamesaretaken1243
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Disgraceful Journalism once again

    Am I the only one that once again feel the journalistic efforts of GRO are a disgrace. We face Fiji in a telling test match hoping to continue our winning form, and instead of supporting the boys, and putting positive energies out there for them and us all to focus on, what does he decide is good to do??? Focus on the disastrous loss in the 2007 World Cup.

    This guys only focus towards Wales rugby in my experience is to do everything he can to sensationalise all the negativity and sell his journa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gaz John 78
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Quality. Passion. Commentary. Integrity. Balance

    As an Englishman, listening to Welsh rugby analysis at its best is a joy. GRO and Lauren Salter set the tone and speak with energy and enthusiasm about Welsh rugby, the players the fans and community.

    It’s a quality production, but also real, not too shiny and the odd parochial approach is balanced with progressive attitudes.

    If you haven’t tried Scrum V, do it. It’s worth getting into.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shep Ahoy
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Could be more

    Lauren Jenkins is the best in the biz, adds real insight and asks the tough questions. Should build upon her talent and freshen up the lineup. GRO and Cuthbert not for me

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    "The Reducer"
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Holley Night

    Great to see Sean back, talks a lot of sense & always has a good anecdote 👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eidy22
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many value the Welsh rugby insight and variety, including coverage of teams and the wider state of the game.
Some listeners object to coverage they see as sensational or overly focused on Welsh Rugby Union politics.
Listeners praise the presenters' energy and the combination of hosts, former players and journalists.
Production is praised by some, while others criticize occasional audio balance, editing and professionalism.
Opinions differ on the balance between detailed rugby analysis, lighter chat and personal anecdotes.

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#24
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#9
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Apple Podcasts
#27
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Apple Podcasts
#136
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#22
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Apple Podcasts
#35
Germany/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Eddies take centre stage - Wales name team to face Japan
Q: What do you expect from them on Saturday?
Jones expects Wales to rely on a strong maul and a heavy kicking game, and says Japan will look for ways to disrupt the match and impose its own style.
Eddies take centre stage - Wales name team to face Japan
Q: This Nations Championship, thoughts on it?
Eddie Jones calls the competition positive for rugby, saying it adds structure to international fixtures and could help grow the game, with the finals weekend at Twickenham as a highlight.
The Warm Up: 'You've sold it to me now'
Q: Would you make any changes ahead of the All Blacks?
The panel differs on whether to change the fly-half, with Tom Shanklin backing Dan Edwards over Sam Costelow and Richie Rees preferring to keep Costelow. They also call for more ball movement, improved lineout function and greater use of ball carriers.
The Warm Up: 'You've sold it to me now'
Q: Were there any signs of development for you?
Tom Shanklin points to more varied attacking play in the first 30 minutes, including flat passes, interlinking phases and involvement for the back three, but says Wales still lost authority late in the first half and after the break.
Japan review and preview
Q: Who starts at 10 for Wales against Japan?
James Hook favours Dan Edwards because he offers a greater attacking threat and Wales need to improve their attack. The panel expects both Edwards and Sam Costello to get game time during the autumn.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scrum V

What is Scrum V about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Welsh rugby coverage combines match analysis, team selection and interviews with players, coaches, journalists and rugby administrators. Regular presenters Gareth Rhys Owen and Lauren Salter lead panel discussions with former Wales internationals and specialist reporters, bringing both on-field experience and scrutiny of the sport's institutions. Conversations range across the national teams, the Welsh regions and competitions such as the United Rugby Championship and European cups, with attention to women's rugby, player development and the financial and structural pressures facing the game in Wales.

The format moves between weekly reviews and previews, longer interviews and the panel-led Warm Up. Its distinctive focus is the connection b... more

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4. Eddie Jones
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7. James Hook
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