
He’s earned 56 caps for Ireland. He’s been in the dressing room for the biggest games and played against the world's best. Now, Dave Kilcoyne is pulling back the curtain.
Welcome to What The Ruck, the new podcast from talkSPORT Ireland. Join Dave and Luke Delaney as they tap into a black book of former teammates, rivals, and legends.
Forget the post-match clichés. This is the show for the stories ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 17 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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BOSHHH! This week on What The Ruck, we’ve got the Romford Bull himself, Johnny Fisher, and the legendary Big John sitting down with Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney for a massive catch-up. This episode is all about the deep friendship between Dave and ... more
Irish rugby legend Tadhg Furlong joins Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney in the latest episode of What The Ruck. In one of his most candid interviews to date, Tadhg opens up about the highs and lows of the professional game and the personal journey that... more
In the final installment of our Six Nations road trip series, Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney head to the airport for the ultimate Scottish pickup! Joining them in the car is none other than Scotland legend and former captain, Greig Laidlaw.
Ahead of... more
In the latest edition of our Six Nations Special on What The Ruck, Luke and Dave pick up Wales and British & Irish Lions legend Alex Cuthbert for an unfiltered deep dive into the state of the game.
After a dramatic fall-off in Welsh international fo... more
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This show centers on candid, behind-the-scenes stories from professional rugby, featuring long-form conversations with former players, commentators, and industry insiders. Episodes explore leadership, team culture, career transitions, injuries, sponsorship, media dynamics, and the realities of life at the highest level of the sport, often weaving in personal anecdotes from tours, internationals, and club careers. The format typically blends humor with practical insights for players, coaches, and fans, and it frequently ties tactical or strategic observations to real-world experiences from the dressing room and training camps. A notable strength is its unfiltered perspective on the sport's pressures, personalities, and evolving dynamics, mak... more
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Recent guests on What The Ruck include:
1. Big John Fisher
2. Johnny Fisher
3. Tadhg Furlong
4. Greig Laidlaw
5. Alex Cuthbert
6. James Tracy
7. Ian McKinley
8. Andrew Conway
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