The Ruck Rugby Podcast

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The Ruck is the journalists rugby podcast from The Times & The Sunday Times. Join Alfie Reynolds, Alex Lowe, Will Kelleher and a selection of guests every week as they provide insight and reports throughout the season, including big name interviews and forthright analysis.

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Recent Hosts, Guests & Topics

Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on The Ruck Rugby Podcast.

Hosts

Alfie Reynolds Will Kelleher Alex Lowe

Previous Guests

Stephen Jones
Stephen Jones is a renowned rugby analyst and former Welsh international rugby union player, known for his insightful commentary and deep understanding of the game.
Stuart Barnes
Stuart Barnes is a renowned rugby union journalist and commentator, known for his insightful analysis and extensive experience covering rugby at the highest levels. He has contributed to various media outlets and is respected for his expertise in the sport.
Will Bath
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Finn Russell
Finn Russell is a professional rugby union player, known for his playmaking skills and currently playing for Bath Rugby.
Will Stuart
Will Stuart is a professional rugby union player, a prop for Bath Rugby and the England national team.
Johann van Graan
Johann van Graan is a rugby coach and former player, serving as the head coach of Bath Rugby.
Henry Pollock
Henry Pollock is a professional rugby player, currently associated with Bath Rugby. He has been recognized for his performances on the field and is considered an emerging talent in the rugby union scene.
Mako Vunipola
Mako Vunipola is a former England and British & Irish Lions prop known for his powerful scrummaging and dynamic play. He has played for various clubs including Saracens and Vannes in France. Vunipola has been a key figure in England's international rugby success and has earned multiple caps for his country. His Lions career includes participation in tours and memorable performances, making him a respected figure in rugby union.

Topics Discussed

English rugby Bath rugby Leicester rugby Finn Russell Johann Van Graan rugby championship Premiership Rugby Bath Leicester Bristol Sale British & Irish Lions R360 franchise rugby Premiership rugby Bath Rugby Will Stuart Johann van Graan semi-final Bristol Bears Leicester Tigers Sale Sharks URC penalty shootout Sharks Munster Owen Farrell Saracens European finals Champions Cup Challenge Cup TMO interventions Premiership club world championship Sione Tuipulotu Ollie Chessum Mako Vunipola Premiership fixtures Wallabies

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Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on The Ruck Rugby Podcast.

0:00 39:48

Bath are English champions! The 29 year drought is over.

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds
Guests
Stephen Jones Stuart Barnes
Keywords
English rugby Bath rugby Leicester rugby Finn Russell Johann Van Graan rugby championship
Bath are champions of England for the first time since 1996! They beat Leicester 23-21 and Alfie Reynolds, Stephen Jones and Stuart Barnes react from the stands at Twickenham. Stuart reflects on his former side finally winning the title and what it means for the city, whilst Steve says that the blue, black and white now need to go on and dominate English rugby. They chat about Finn Russell's brilliant performance, the exceptional job Johann Van Graan has done and question where Leicester go next season with some many departures.

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0:00 49:09

Will Bath create history? And why is R360 'delusional'?

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds Will Kelleher
Guests
Will Bath
Keywords
Premiership Rugby Bath Leicester Bristol Sale British & Irish Lions R360 franchise rugby
Alfie and Will look back on a brilliant weekend of Premiership Rugby semi-finals as Bath and Leicester book their spot at Twickenham. Can Bath end a 29 year wait to be crowned champions of England? And, they continue to be confused as to how good Leicester actually are! They also reflect on Bristol and Sale, who lost in those semi-finals, and where both clubs go from here. Plus, they have the latest British & Irish Lions squad news and why the new franchise rugby competition R360 is 'delusional'!

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0:00 1:04:34

Finn Russell and Will Stuart take us behind Bath's rise

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds Will Kelleher
Guests
Finn Russell Will Stuart Johann van Graan
Keywords
Premiership rugby Bath Rugby Finn Russell Will Stuart Johann van Graan semi-final Bristol Bears Leicester Tigers Sale Sharks URC penalty shootout Sharks Munster Owen Farrell Saracens
It's Premiership semi-final week! So Alfie and Will head to Bath to speak with Finn Russell, Will Stuart and Johann van Graan. They find out how the club became the best team in England this season, what goes into facing their rivals Bristol in the semi-final on Friday and what winning a Premiership title would mean. Plus, they preview the other semi-final between Leicester and Sale, discuss the controversial penalty shootout in the URC between the Sharks and Munster and they ask whether Owen Farrell could really be returning to Saracens next season.

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0:00 52:43

Champions and Challenge Cup finals review

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds Alex Lowe
Guests
Stuart Barnes Henry Pollock
Keywords
European finals Champions Cup Challenge Cup TMO interventions Bath Rugby Premiership club world championship
Alfie Reynolds, Alex Lowe and Stuart Barnes review the European finals over the weekend. Alex reflects on Northampton's defeat to Bordeaux in a brilliant Champions Cup final and Stuart explains why the constant TMO interventions in high profile matches are a major issue for the sport. Plus, they chat about Henry Pollock, whether the Challenge Cup can be the platform for Bath to now win the Premiership and an update on the club world championship which is set to start in 2028.

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0:00 59:24

Are Bath coasting to the Premiership title?

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds Will Kelleher Alex Lowe
Guests
Mako Vunipola
Keywords
British & Irish Lions Sione Tuipulotu Ollie Chessum Mako Vunipola Premiership fixtures Bath rugby Wallabies
Alfie, Will and Alex are in Richmond as the British & Irish Lions squad meet for the first time since Andy Farrell named his touring party. So, why is Sione Tuipulotu set to be a tour favourite? Hear why Ollie Chessum is getting stick for his reaction to being named on the tour? And, what is the first Lions tour he remembers watching? Plus, Will and Alex chat to former England and British & Irish Lions prop Mako Vunipola about life playing for Vannes in France and his illustrious Lions career. The boys look back on the Premiership fixtures this week and ask whether Bath are coasting to the title, and update on some news about the Wallabies.

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Ratings

Global:
3.3 rating 606 reviews

UK

3.3 ratings 511 reviews

USA

3.5 ratings 28 reviews

Ireland

3.0 ratings 26 reviews

Australia

3.7 ratings 13 reviews

Canada

4.4 ratings 8 reviews

New Zealand

3.9 ratings 8 reviews

South Africa

3.5 ratings 8 reviews

Singapore

4.0 ratings 4 reviews