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 Alex Lowe Stuart Barnes Stephen Jones Will Kelleher Elgan Alderman Egan Alderman

Previous Guests

Elgan Alderman
Elgan Alderman is a sports journalist and commentator specializing in rugby. He has covered various rugby events, including the Six Nations and the Gallagher Premiership, providing insights and analysis on women's rugby and the development of the sport. Alderman is known for his engaging commentary and in-depth knowledge of the game, making him a respected voice in rugby journalism.
Richard Sweeney
Richard Sweeney is the CEO of Premier Sports, a prominent sports broadcasting network in the UK and Ireland. He has extensive experience in the media and sports industry, focusing on expanding the reach of sports content to diverse audiences, particularly younger viewers. Under his leadership, Premier Sports has aimed to enhance its offerings and engage more fans through innovative broadcasting strategies.
Owen Slot
Owen Slot is a prominent rugby journalist and commentator, known for his insightful analysis and coverage of rugby union. He has worked for The Times, where he has reported on major rugby events and provided expert commentary on the sport. Slot has a reputation for his in-depth understanding of rugby dynamics and has been involved in discussions surrounding the governance and future of rugby in the UK.

Topics Discussed

Harlequins Bristol play-off contention Premiership Johnny Sexton Andy Farrell British & Irish Lions women's 6 Nations England France grand slam decider Leinster Lions Champions Cup Toulon Toulouse Glasgow Anglo-Welsh league WRU Cardiff rugby broadcasting younger audience Worcester Warriors Women's 6 Nations rugby world cup Middle East British and Irish Lions Les Bleus 6 Nations Saracens Red Roses competitive fixtures RFU Bill Sweeney Gallagher Premiership men's 6 Nations Exeter international rugby Newcastle Leicester Michael Cheika Italy SGM Twickenham

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Episodes

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

0:00 55:36

Are Harlequins and Bristol dropping out of play-off contention?

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds Alex Lowe Stuart Barnes Stephen Jones
Guests
Elgan Alderman
Keywords
Harlequins Bristol play-off contention Premiership Johnny Sexton Andy Farrell British & Irish Lions women's 6 Nations England France grand slam decider
Alfie Reynolds, Alex Lowe, Stuart Barnes and Stephen Jones look back on the latest round in the Premiership and ask whether Harlequins and Bristol are dropping out of contention to reach the play-offs? Plus, they discuss what Johnny Sexton joining Andy Farrell's coaching team means for British & Irish Lions fly-half selection. And, Elgan Alderman joins the pod to look ahead to the final round in the women's 6 Nations as England and France set up a grand slam decider.

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0:00 51:52

Are we set for the Leinster Lions?

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds Will Kelleher Stephen Jones Elgan Alderman
Keywords
Leinster Lions Champions Cup Toulon Toulouse Glasgow Andy Farrell women's 6 Nations Anglo-Welsh league WRU Cardiff
Alfie Reynolds, Stephen Jones, Will Kelleher and Elgan Alderman look back on the quarter-finals of the Champions Cup. They discuss the brilliant match between Toulon and Toulouse, as well as the other more one-sided games. Plus, they ask how many Leinster players will make Andy Farrell's Lions squad after they produced another brilliant performance to beat Glasgow, whether they will actually win the competition this season after numerous near misses and if Northampton have learnt from last season's semi-final defeat in Dublin. They also review the latest round of fixtures in the women's 6 Nations and discuss the viability of an Anglo-Welsh league following the WRU's takeover of Cardiff.

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0:00 1:11:16

What do rugby fans want from the sport?

Hosts
Will Kelleher Alfie Reynolds
Guests
Richard Sweeney
Keywords
Champions Cup rugby broadcasting younger audience Worcester Warriors Women's 6 Nations
Will Kelleher is back alongside Alfie to review the last-16 of the Champions Cup. They discuss some brilliant games including Castres v Benetton and La Rochelle v Munster as well as Northampton being the only English side to progress into the quarter-finals. However, they also look at the issues with the current format and ask how long it will be before more English clubs can properly compete in the competition. They are joined by Premier Sports CEO Richard Sweeney to discuss rugby's broadcasting landscape and how to reach a younger audience. Plus, they chat about future rugby world cup hosts, Worcester Warriors return to the second tier and the third round of the Women's 6 Nations.

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0:00 54:58

A rugby world cup in the Middle East?

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds Egan Alderman
Guests
Owen Slot
Keywords
rugby world cup Middle East Andy Farrell British and Irish Lions Les Bleus Premiership 6 Nations Saracens Champions Cup Red Roses competitive fixtures RFU Bill Sweeney
Alfie Reynolds and Egan Alderman look back on all the biggest stories across the last week. Including the possibility of a rugby world cup heading to the Middle East, Andy Farrell selecting players based in France and a future British and Irish Lions tour against Les Bleus. Plus, they review the Premiership and 6 Nations action over the weekend by asking if Saracens are devaluing the Champions Cup? And Elgan's quirky idea for how the Red Roses can get more competitive fixtures. Owen Slot also joins the pod to reflect on RFU CEO Bill Sweeney surviving a motion to remove him as the head of the governing body.

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0:00 1:08:46

Style over substance?

Hosts
Alfie Reynolds Alex Lowe Will Kelleher
Guests
Elgan Alderman
Keywords
Gallagher Premiership men's 6 Nations Bristol Exeter international rugby Newcastle Leicester Michael Cheika women's 6 Nations England Italy SGM Bill Sweeney Twickenham
The Gallagher Premiership returned this weekend, following it's break for the men's 6 Nations. Alfie, Alex and Will look back on the action which included some high scoring matches, in particular a wild game between Bristol and Exeter. They discuss whether the Premiership - whilst being entertaining - is preparing players for international rugby, the latest on Newcastle's future and Leicester's rise under Michael Cheika. Plus, Elgan Alderman chats about the opening round in the women's 6 Nations as England beat Italy. And, the boys look ahead to the SGM later this week which could decide Bill Sweeney's future and the possibility of moving away from Twickenham.

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Ratings

Global:
3.3 rating 596 reviews

UK

3.3 ratings 503 reviews

USA

3.5 ratings 28 reviews

Ireland

3.2 ratings 24 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