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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...

Irish Independent Chief Rugby Correspondent Ruaidhri O'Connor joins OTB's Richie McCormack to chat about the Irish Under 20s reaching the World Championship decider against France, blowing the South Africans away and what makes Brian Gleeson a world beater. @vodafoneie | #TeamOfUs

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Ann-Marie Donelan brings you reaction as the Irish u-20s reach the World Championship final in South Africa. Scotland are dealt a blow ahead of the World Cup as Stuart Hogg retires. And the big guns shine in their opening games of the Rugby Championship.

Ex-Ireland international Alan Quinlan is in the OTB AM studio to talk the Under-20s reaching the World Championship 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 The Ball.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from South Africa ahead of Ireland's World U20 semi-final with the Baby Boks. We hear from head coach Richie Murphy on how they've dealt with tragedy, and what they expect from Sunday's opponents. Alun Wyn Jones is off to play in France, there's a test debutant for the All Blacks in Mendoza tomorrow, and Luke Cowan Dickie (finally) ha...

Former Ireland and Munster front row Fiona Hayes joined Will O'Callaghan to break down the Ireland U20's run to the U20 World Championship semi final, the tragic and heartbreaking adversity and personal losses the team have overcome, and what to expect from hosts South Africa. @vodafoneie | #TeamOfUs

Connacht captain, Jack Carty joined Shane & Aisling to speak about the importance of the Jack & Jill foundation as well as Connacht's season and his decision to choose rugby over GAA. 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...

Leinster and Ireland fullback Hugo Keenan sat down with Will O'Callaghan, discussing the Ireland 7s success, his own background in Sevens, Leinster's new coaching set up and whether Ireland are sweating on Johnny Sexton's upcoming hearing. Keenan has been announced as new ambassador for Optimum Nutrition. It coincides with the extension of Optimum Nutrition’s Official Sports Nutrition Partnership...

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to an emotional few days for Ireland's U20 side in South Africa. We hear from Baby Boks head coach Bafana Nhleko on what he expects from Ireland on Sunday. We also hear from Jean Kleyn ahead of his second international debut, this time for the Springboks. Guy Easterby has a new portfolio at Leinster, and Tana Umaga has a new coaching...

Irish Sevens star, Stacey Flood was in studio following Ireland qualifying for the 2024 Olympics. 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.

Alan Quinlan joined Shane & Nathan to discuss the U20 World Championship with the Irish side making the semi-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 The Ball.