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On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's World Cup warm-up with Italy. We hear from Paul O'Connell on how close Jean Kleyn was to sticking with Ireland, Jonathan Sexton, and the chance for players to impress. Kleyn is named in the Springboks XV this weekend, and we hear from Jacques Nienaber ahead of their trip to Buenos Aires. Be...

Irish legend Alan Quinlan relives the Battle of Bayonne in 2007 ahead of Ireland's RWC warmups with Italy & England. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp as they begin World Cup preparations in earnest. We hear from Eddie Jones and Ian Foster after their Bledisloe Cup exploits. Rassie Erasmus reveals when he nearly - and dramatically - walked out on the Springboks. Plus, the Ospreys are heading to London.

Matt Williams talks with OTB AM of the struggles of rugby union in Australia at the moment ahead of the Bledisloe Cup game. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.

Will O'Callaghan was joined by New Zealand journalist Gregor Paul to discuss the final weekend of this year's Rugby Championship. Between Eddie Jones' deflection tactics in his pre-match remarks, and the sorry state of New Zealand vs Australia games in recent years, there was plenty to talk about. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs

Joe Molloy was joined by Ireland's Mack Hansen on Wednesday's Off The Ball. Between the tattoo of Andy Farrell's face he has on his leg, cutting his hair, and the small matter of a Rugby World Cup later this year, there was plenty for Joe and Mack to get stuck into here. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily Ann-Marie Donelan has news of Ben Healy's first start for Scotland, Eddie Jones experiments for New Zealand clash and Keith Wood picks his World best 15.

Irish & Munster all-time great Keith Wood takes on the task of choosing the best team in the world at the moment. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball.

Munster & Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM this morning to run through the 5 best tries scored from games in which he played. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30...

On Monday's Rugby Daily Ann-Marie Donelan brings you a look into Ireland's camp as preperations for the World Cup intensify, new innovations are announced for upcoming Summer Nations series and Dai Young leaves role at Cardiff.

John Duggan went down to Abbotstown to meet up with James Lowe, Garry Ringrose and Tadhg Beirne as they train ahead of the World Cup warm-ups and eventual final showcase in France, where they hope to go all the way and lift the Webb Ellis Cup! The Official Ireland Rugby World Cup 2023 Kit and new training range all with thanks Intersports Elverys - Official sports retailer partner to the IRFU - Su...

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details of the shock international retirement of Ireland women's captain Nichola Fryday. We hear from Eddie Jones and Jacques Nienaber on their respective preparations for the World Cup. Plus, former Ireland coach Less Kiss has a new job in Super Rugby.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details of the Lions tour schedule for 2025 - including a series first since 1989. Meath football star Vikki Wall could be heading for the Olympics. And Marcus Smith says 'non' to Racing 92.

James Tracy joins OTB AM to pick his front-row depth chart ahead of the World Cup, as well as react to Sexton's 3-match ban. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30 am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30 am across Off The Ball...

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack goes in depth on Jonathan Sexton's ban, and the reasons for its brevity. We hear from Eddie Jones on the Wallabies shock defeat to Argentina in Sydney, and his warning for the All Blacks. Ian Foster on the All Blacks win over the world champions. Plus, ticket details released for Munster's Páirc Uí Chaoimh date with the Crusaders.

Joe Molloy was joined by former Leinster, Ulster and Scotland Head Coach Matt Williams on Monday's Off The Ball. Talking Johnny Sexton's ban, Ireland's defeat in the U20 World Cup final, and a whole host of Rugby Championship action, there was no shortage of things for Joe and Matt to get stuck into. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs

Ex-Irish international Alan Quinlan reacts to Johnny Sexton's 3-match ban verdict for his actions at the Heineken Champions Cup final. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off...

Grand Slam winner with Ireland Fiona Hayes joins OTB’s John Duggan to discuss the fallout from the U20 World Championship final where Ireland were beaten by a dominant France in South Africa. Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs

Paralympic cyclist Katie-George Dunlevy joined Brian O'Driscoll to discuss her ever-lasting sporting career, coming to terms with going blind as a child and switching sports in her 30's. With @GuinnessIreland. Drink responsibly, visit drinkaware.ie

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the final bit of build-up before the U20 World Cup final. Tonga fire a warning shot Ireland's way ahead of the World Cup And we hear from Sam Cane ahead of the All Blacks' date with the Springboks on Saturday morning.

Rúaidhrí O'Connor joined Nathan Murphy from South Africa for the latest on Johnny Sexton's hearing and the preparations for the Ireland 20s for tomorrow's World Cup final against France, Rugby with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs

Ireland legend Alan Quinlan joins Shane & Johnny on #OTBAM this morning ahead of Ireland taking on France in the U20 World Rugby Championship on Friday. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from...

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Friday's World Rugby U20 Championship final, with one change to the Irish starting XV. We hear from Jacques Nienaber and Lukhanyo Am ahead of a much-changed Springboks facing the All Blacks this weekend. A Boks legend has announced his retirement from the sport. And could the Ospreys be heading for London??

In the third episode of 'In Conversation with Brian O'Driscoll', legendary Irish jockey Nina Carberry joins Brian to discuss her incredible career, her racing family, and injuries. In partnership with Guinness, ‘In Conversation with Brian O’Driscoll’ is celebrating and sharing stories from Ireland’s leading female athletes and sporting personalities. It’s all with thanks to Guinness. Always drink...

Rugby legend Keith Wood joins Shane & Nathan on #OTBAM to go through his picks for the best tries scored during games he played for Munster, Ireland and the British & Irish Lions. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is...