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The 42 Rugby Weekly
Murray Kinsella, Gavan Casey and Ciarán Kennedy set the scene with a preview show that kicks off the rugby weekend.
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Episodes
The 42 Rugby WeeklyYouthful Wales come to Dublin
Murray Kinsella and Ciarán Kennedy report from both camps ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash between Ireland and Wales at the Aviva Stadium. Hosted on…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyWho backs up Keenan? And Eoin Toolan's forensic analysis of Jack Crowley
To avail of the special offer to which Gavan alludes, and which expires on Sunday, visit the42.ie/subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyDoris named captain as Ireland ring the changes for Italy
Ciarán Kennedy joins Gavan Casey to discuss the teams for Sunday's fixture at the Aviva.To listen to this week's two Six Nations review/preview pods with…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyIreland go bold as they gear up for special occasion in Marseille
Ciarán Kennedy joins Gavan Casey from Marseille as we count down to kick-off at the Stade Velodrome.To hear the lads' immediate post-match podcast on Friday…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyOwen Farrell's move, Full Contact verdict, and France-Ireland look-ahead
Ciarán joins Gav to discuss the start of the Six Nations tournament and the lads also give their opinion on the new Netflix documentary ‘Full Contact’. Hosted…
The 42 Rugby WeeklySchmidt to save the Aussies and all the Champions Cup team news
Ciarán Kennedy is heading for Leicester this weekend to report on Leinster's big game there but first he's joined by Limerick-bound Murray Kinsella to look…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyA big day of Irish v French teams in the Champions Cup and Farrell's Lions
Gavan Casey catches up with Murray Kinsella after yesterday's unveiling of Andy Farrell as the 2025 Lions boss. And the lads discuss a big weekend of Champions…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyFestive season interpros and Snyman's move to Blue
Seán Hussey and Gavan Casey discuss the upcoming URC derbies featuring the provinces and they also talk about RG Snyman's move to Leinster. Hosted on Acast…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyThe RG Snyman-to-Leinster reaction pod (and Champions Cup preview)
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey to discuss arguably the biggest story of the club season so far: as reported by Gerry Thornley in the Irish Times, RG Snyman…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyHarry Byrne and Will Connors' big chances, and why Ulster should be beating Bath
With all of the provinces' teams named, Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey look ahead to a huge weekend of European action.For two additional rugby podcasts each…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyFrawley back to 15, Connacht rotate, Munster march to Cork
Seán Hussey makes his pod debut as he chats to Murray Kinsella about the big team news ahead of Round 7 of the URC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyAviva derby, Munster captaincy and youthful Ulster
Ciarán Kennedy is joined by Murray Kinsella as the lads look ahead to Leinster and Munster's meeting at the Aviva Stadium, while the lads also preview Connacht…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyA big step for Sam Prendergast, Leinster's co-captaincy, and what makes an Ireland wing
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey to look ahead to the provinces' URC fixtures this weekend.The lads preview Leinster v Scarlets, Munster v Stormers, Sharks v…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyMunster travel to Ulster without Carbery and Snyman; Jackman's thoughts on Ulster at 10
On Rugby Weekly Extra this week, Murray Kinsella gave his thoughts on Munster losing both Joey Carbery and RG Snyman for the next few months and whether…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyCrothers and Flannery get the nod for tasty first interpro, and Munster back their former hurlers
Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey look ahead to a big weekend of URC, with Connacht meeting a much-changed Ulster, Munster backing their young guns against the…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyAll Blacks and Boks set for epic final, end of an era for England and Aki's extension
Murray joins Ciarán from Paris ahead of the World Cup Final between New Zealand and South Africa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 42 Rugby WeeklyThe All Blacks' deserved smugness, Cheika times his run, and SA-England preview
Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey look ahead to the World Cup semi-finals.To subscribe to The 42 for two extra rugby podcasts per week, go to…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyHansen passed fit for All Blacks clash and Dupont returns for France
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella are live from the captain's run to preview the huge clash between Ireland and the All Blacks. Hosted on Acast. See…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyHenderson's selection for Scotland game based on form and the lineout
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella dial in from the captain's run to preview the crunch Pool B clash between Ireland and Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyHealy in waiting, Scottish envy, and why they (and NZ) should be taken extremely seriously
Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey peer forward towards Ireland's decisive pool game with Scotland, a team which still vaguely worries Gavan despite having lost…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyIreland v Springboks eve. The lads are at Stade de France
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella look ahead to what should be a momentous occasion in Paris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 42 Rugby WeeklyFarrell and POM get cross with the media, and Ireland go full-tilt at Tonga
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey from Nantes ahead of Ireland's Pool B meeting with Tonga on Saturday.Subscribe to The 42 for extra rugby podcasts during the…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyFinally, the World Cup is here!
After the lengthy build-up up, the Rugby World Cup kicks off today with the blockbuster clash of France versus New Zealand. Our man in Paris Murray Kinsella…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyThe best World Cup game, greatest upset, top try, and favourite player
Ciarán Kennedy is joined by Murray Kinsella for a trip down memory lane a week out from the start of the World Cup. The lads pick their favourites in each…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyA pre-RWC message from Murray and Gavan
Murray joins Gav to lay out The 42's plans for the big show in France.A special offer for listeners to this podcast, and only available for a few days:- Sign…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyThe Ireland v Samoa preview podcast
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey from Dublin Airport before he heads for Bayonne, where Ireland will play their final warm-up game ahead of the Rugby World…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyLate-stage Eddie Jones, the Farrell circus, and Ireland-England preview
Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey look ahead to Ireland's World Cup warm-up with England at the Aviva, where Cian Prendergast will get his opportunity at eight…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyCan Munster claim the URC? Or are the Stormers too good?
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella look forward to the URC final in Cape Town, discussing all the latest team news and both teams' journeys to this decider…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyRelaxed ROG, Leinster's focus, Dillane dropped
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella chat at the Aviva Stadium on the eve of Leinster's clash with La Rochelle in the Champions Cup final. Hosted on Acast. See…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyLeinster and Munster stronger than expected, Connacht's free hit
Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey look ahead to the URC semi-finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 42 Rugby WeeklyThe URC quarter-finals preview podcast
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella look ahead to the weekend of URC Rugby as Connacht take on Ulster in the URC quarter-final, Munster travel to Glasgow and…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyLeinster lose Henshaw for titanic Toulouse clash; and don't write off Exeter
The thoughts of Eoin Toolan, Bernard Jackman, Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey ahead of Champions Cup semi-final weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyRugby retirements, Connacht's big blow, and Munster's mission
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella reflect on news of another enforced retirement in rugby, as well as previewing a big weekend of URC games for the provinces…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyPrendergast gets his start, Connacht's big guns return, and a low point for Carbery
Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey look ahead to a pivotal weekend for both Munster and Connacht, Sam Prendergast's first senior outing in blue, and Ireland's…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyLeinster storm into Champions Cup semi-finals
Murray Kinsella and Ciarán Kennedy reflect on Leinster's 55-24 win over Leicester in the Champions Cup quarter-final at the Aviva Stadium. Hosted on Acast. See…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyChampions Cup preview: Crowley's big chance and Ulster's huge challenge
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey to discuss a huge weekend of Champions and Challenge Cup action for the Irish provinces.Was Jack Crowley over Joey Carbery at…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyConnacht's coup, Women's Six Nations starts, Stormers' mission
Gavan Casey and Murray Kinsella discuss a major boost for Connacht with the signing of Argentina international Santiago Cordero.The lads look ahead to a big…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyIreland on the cusp of Grand Slam glory on Paddy's weekend
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella look forward to the huge Six Nations clash between Ireland and England. The lads discuss the contrasting mood in the two…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyThe Scots await
Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella take one last look ahead to Ireland's clash against Scotland this weekend, as Murray brings us some squad news ahead of the…
The 42 Rugby WeeklySnyman's return, Marmion's exit, and POC's influence
Gavan Casey is joined by Murray Kinsella to discuss Kieran Marmion's exit from Connacht and the western province's policy of favouring homegrown players.The…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyItaly-Ireland preview from Rome
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey from the Stadio Olimpico to look ahead to Ireland's Six Nations encounter with an improved Italy. Hosted on Acast. See…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyAviva atmosphere, Munster's new signing, Ireland's health
Ciarán Kennedy is joined by Murray Kinsella to discuss the latest news from Ireland camp, new Munster signing Alex Nankivell, and the atmosphere at the Aviva…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyRugby Weekly Extra: Sean O'Brien on Ireland v France and his coaching career
In this special pod, we hear two clips from Tullow RFC, where Sean O'Brien joined Gav, Murray and Berch for a truly compelling chat across a number of topics…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyFurlong blow, Aki impact, and is there a way back for Joey?
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey from Faro Airport as he begins his journey towards Cardiff for Ireland's Six Nations curtain-raiser with Wales.Murray gives…
The 42 Rugby WeeklySaving the game
Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey field listeners' questions about tackle-height law changes in the grassroots sport in England, and discuss World Rugby's plans…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyJoey Carbery is the headline but Ross Byrne is the story; plus European preview
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey to run the rule over Andy Farrell's Ireland squad announcement on Thursday and look ahead to four big games involving the…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyMunster go with Casey and Patterson against Saints, but Murray is far from finished
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey from London Stanstead on his way to La Rochelle for Ulster's pivotal European tie tomorrow. The lads discuss Conor Murray's…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyCoombes the lock, Sharks selection, speed the game up
Ciarán Kennedy joins Murray Kinsella to discuss interesting team selections from Munster and the Sharks ahead of the URC weekend. There's also a chat about…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyGloucester: don't hate the player, hate the game; and is Dan McFarland under pressure?
Joining the pod for the final time is our beloved Garry Doyle, who gives Gavan Casey and Rugby Weekly listeners his thoughts on the four provinces' European…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyWhy Leinster deserve to be favourites and the best rugby books
Garry Doyle joins Murray Kinsella to look ahead to the opening round of the Champions Cup season. The lads answer questions from members of The42 and give a…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyPivac to Leinster? And how can Ireland unearth more athletes?
Making his Rugby Weekly debut, Enda Coll is joined by Murray Kinsella to answer questions from members of The42. The lads discuss whether Wayne Pivac would fit…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyROG to England and the Irish provinces face a crucial block
Gavan Casey is joined by Murray Kinsella to discuss Ronan O'Gara being linked with the England job. The lads also look towards a big block of URC and Champions…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyA lot of 'mood' riding on Ireland versus the dangerous Wallabies
Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey assess Ireland's November so far and look ahead to the final autumn test in Dublin, as well as Owen Farrell's 100th cap as…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyMunster's magic night at the Páirc and Ireland's shake-up for Fiji
Ciarán Kennedy is joined by Murray Kinsella to reflect on a brilliant occasion in Cork for Munster, while the lads also discuss Andy Farrell's selection for…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyWill Connors on living with Jimmy O’Brien and Ireland’s brotherhood
A short clip from our LIVE show in the Harcourt Bar and Gardens where Gavan Casey, Murray Kinsella and Bernard Jackman were joined on stage by Ireland and…
The 42 Rugby WeeklySnyman's setback, game time for young Irish players, and names on jerseys
Gavan Casey and Murray Kinsella chat about the latest David Nucifora briefing, worrying news on Munster's RG Snyman, and why names on jerseys is a good thing…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyFree members pod: Rugby's financial crisis, 'bullsh** values', and is Ireland safe?
**LIVE POD ANNOUNCEMENT**: On Wednesday 2 November, Murray Kinsella, Bernard Jackman and Gavan Casey will be joined on stage at Dublin's Harcourt Hotel by…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyWho should deputise at 9 and 15 if JGP and Keenan don't make SA?
Ciarán Kennedy, Garry Doyle and Gavan Casey break down Ireland's squad for November and look ahead to Leinster-Munster on Saturday.Join Gavan, Murray Kinsella…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyWhich of the provinces' new signings have caught the eye?
Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey to provide his assessment of the standout new arrivals at each of the provinces.Final details of our live Ireland-South…
The 42 Rugby WeeklyCarbery to 15, Sutherland to Ulster, and SOB to Naas
Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey look ahead to Friday night's interpro between Connacht and Munster and answer a listener's question: who needs the win more?…