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HG Rugby

Huw Griffin
Top 14
Rugby
Six Nations
Toulouse
Rugby Union
Super Rugby
La Rochelle
Champions Cup
French Rugby
Rugby World Cup
Top 14 Rugby
URC
Women's Rugby
Toulon
Stade Francais
Montpellier
Welsh Rugby Union
South Africa
UBB
England

Telling rugby's untold stories by meeting people, analysing data and starting conversations

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Latest Episodes

As promised I was joined by a qualified accountant to break down the annual financial report of the Welsh Rugby Union. The key question is this: what story are the union trying to tell with these numbers?

Check out Sarah’s show the Gwalia Gainline h... more

When the Springboks of South Africa faced the All Blacks of New Zealand in Baltimore, USA, they did so in front of the largest ever crowd assembled for a rugby match in North America. In doing so, did they finally proved that there is a model for rug... more

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I was joined by the brilliant Wendy Young of YSC rugby to look back on the test scene of the women's game this year.From the fall of the Red Roses to the latest on her beloved eagles, to the general management of women's rugby globally this year. Enj... more

Over the past few days the Welsh Rugby fandom and the UK rugby media have been sent into overdrive by an article in WalesOnline that the much desired Anglo-Welsh league may finally be happening.

In this video, I break down the article line by line t... more

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Recent Guests

Wendy Young
Founder of YSC Rugby and women's rugby writer and commentator
YSC Rugby
Episode: Honest Thoughts On Women's Rugby In 2026 ft. YSC
Simon Strachan
Rugby analyst and co-founder of Gainline Analytics
Gainline Analytics
Episode: Why Leinster & Toulouse Will Always be Rugby's Top Clubs ft. Gainline Analytics
Steve Noble
Asian Rugby journalist and founder of Rugby Asia 247
Rugby Asia 247
Episode: Asian Rugby Is A PROBLEM ft. Steve Noble
Brett McKay
Rugby Pass columnist and podcaster
Episode: Can Australia Rejoin Rugby's Superpowers? ft. Brett McKay
Tony O'Sullivan
Distracted Sports YouTube personality and rugby commentator
Distracted Sports
Episode: Why Losing Hurts New Zealanders So Badly ft. Distracted Sports
James Dealey
North American Rugby Database analyst
North American Rugby Database
Episode: When America Almost Joined The URC | Mini-Documentary
Frankie Deges
Argentine journalist
Argentine press
Episode: What's Going On With Argentina? ft. Frankie Deges
Bernard Jackman
Former professional rugby player and coach featured as a guest
Episode: What French Rugby Is Getting So Right ft. Bernard Jackman
Nicks Johnston
sports governance expert
Episode: Wales Has Turned on the WRU, This Can't Continue. ft. Nicks Johnston

Host

Hugh
Host of the HG Rugby show; provides introduction, framing, and guided discussion across episodes

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • What a fantastic find!

    I came across the show looking (*) for a specific game analysis (UBB-ST 2025 Champions Cup) and wow, what great quality content!!! Super easy to listen, excellent game analysis without trying to be too technical, and well-informed gossip. Will be coming back for more!

    (*) how bad is the Podcasts search function? I've run hundreds of rugby searches and it's the first time I come across the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    George_____111
    United States2 years ago
  • God send for English fans

    Interesting topics, facts, and perspectives. Thank you for creating!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tristan Seath
    Canada2 years ago
  • Mixed opinion

    I like the Irish one but bot the pretend Welsh one

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HuwGG
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Some episodes mix strong narrative storytelling with practical coaching insights, which listeners value.
Audience appreciates the credible, data-informed rugby analysis and candid guest conversations.
A few reviews indicate polarizing opinions about regional focus, but overall praise high-quality content and depth.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#56
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#57
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#63
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#72
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#87
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#109
France/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Honest Thoughts On Women's Rugby In 2026 ft. YSC
Q: Where do you stand on the argument that women's rugby needs to be more competitive for it to grow?
Young says lopsided scores remain likely when professional teams face amateur or semi-professional sides, but results are becoming more competitive over time. She argues that more meaningful fixtures and better support are needed across the game.
Honest Thoughts On Women's Rugby In 2026 ft. YSC
Q: Do you think that was the case of Canada catching and overtaking, or do you think that was the case of the Red Roses dropping back?
Young says it is a combination of factors: key England players are out, including due to pregnancy, while Canada has established itself among the world's top teams.
Why Leinster & Toulouse Will Always be Rugby's Top Clubs ft. Gainline Analytics
Q: Is there an optimum number of clubs for an international side-feeding into it?
Strachan says the evidence does not establish an ideal number. Success depends on the cohesion of the teams beneath the national side and how the national team selects and uses those combinations.
Why Leinster & Toulouse Will Always be Rugby's Top Clubs ft. Gainline Analytics
Q: So can you buy a cohesive units and put it into your team?
Yes, combinations can bring existing understanding with them, but their new teammates create relationships that still need to be built, including defensive connections across the wider team.
Can Australia Rejoin Rugby's Superpowers? ft. Brett McKay
Q: Hi. Are you enjoying the podcast so far? If you are, consider subscribing.
The host nudges engagement and the guest responds with a collaborative tone about continuing conversations and analyzing rugby moves, staying focused on the Wallabies' path forward.

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Frequently Asked Questions About HG Rugby

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

This show regularly features in-depth conversations with rugby insiders, analysts, and players, covering high-profile teams, coaching philosophies, governance, and the evolving global ecosystem. Episodes frequently blend data-driven perspectives with narrative storytelling, exploring topics from national-team dynamics (Argentina, Wales, New Zealand) to club-level movements (Top 14, URC, Super Rugby Americas), plus market-side issues like transfers and sponsorship. Listeners often get a pragmatic mix of tactical insight, cultural context, and industry trends, along with vivid anecdotes from the rugby world. A notable strength is its willingness to engage with Tier 2 nations and emerging markets, offering a broad view of rugby's development w... more

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1. The Top 14 Digest
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Recent guests on HG Rugby include:

1. Wendy Young
2. Simon Strachan
3. Steve Noble
4. Brett McKay
5. Tony O'Sullivan
6. James Dealey
7. Frankie Deges
8. Bernard Jackman

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