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Follow every twist and turn from the 2019 Rugby World Cup with our 'World In Union' podcast and the 'Brent Pope Rugby World Cup Show'.

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The Buildup - The First Test Is Here, With Stephen Ferris

July 23, 2021 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week just a day before the first Lions test in South Africa. Three Irish players have been selected to start the game. Should there have been more? Why we're loving Rassie vs. Gatland, what South Africa will bring to the ta...

The Buildup - The Lions with Stephen Ferris

July 15, 2021 15:26 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week the day after the first defeat for The Lions on their tour of South Africa. Stevie looks in detail at Warren Gatland's selection headaches ahead of the first test on Saturday week and gives his take on the Alun Wyn Jon...

The Buildup - Stephen Ferris' Lions Predictions

May 05, 2021 13:33 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week a day before Warren Gatland picks his Lions squad for the tour to South Africa. How many Irish will be in the 36 man squad?  Get in touch with the show by emailing [email protected] or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitt...

The Buildup - Leinster Vs. ROG, with Stephen Ferris

April 29, 2021 18:40 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week to talk about the Heineken Cup semi-final as Leinster travel to France to take on the very impressive La Rochelle... and their coach, Ronan O'Gara!  We also preview Friday's Challenge Cup semi-final where Ulster go to...

The Buildup - Ferris on Irish Lions Bolters & Experimental Rules

April 15, 2021 15:23 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week to talk about what Irish players he's sees as outside shots for the upcoming Lions tour, as well as the upcoming Rainbow Cup and the new, experimental rules which will be in place for the competition that were announce...

The Buildup - The Heineken Cup Is Back!

March 30, 2021 16:05 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week to look ahead to Munster and Leinster's Heineken Cup Last 16 games this weekend on the back of a frustrating display for Munster in the Pro 14 final and yet another trophy for Leinster.  Get in touch with the show by em...

The Buildup - Ferris: Is This Munster's Time?

March 25, 2021 10:14 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week fresh off predicting Ireland to beat England, and all of the Six Nations results from last week, to look ahead to this weekend's Pro 14 final between Leinster and Munster. Silverware has been a long time coming for Munst...

Andy Goode On England, Ireland, and a cracking Six Nations

March 18, 2021 15:05 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Former England out-half and now the voice of The Rugby Pod, Andy Goode joins us to preview Ireland Vs. England at the Aviva this Saturday.  Andy will be with us straight after the game on Balls.ie as part of The Takeaway with Chicago Town. Pick yourself up a Chicago Town pizza for the game now!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup - Ferris On Stander And Ireland To Beat England!

March 16, 2021 16:47 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week with reaction to CJ Stander sudden retirement announcement today and to give his take on Ireland's final Six Nations game with England this Saturday. It's been a great Championship so far for the viewer, can Super Saturd...

The Buildup - Ferris' Week 4 Six Nations Picks

March 10, 2021 17:09 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week ahead of Ireland's trip to Murrayfield and a brilliant weekend of Six Nations rugby elsewhere. It's shit or get off the pot time for Scotland but will Ireland still just have enough? Would it be just like this Wales team...

The Buildup - Ferris Calls "Bullshit" On Lack Of Squad Shakeup

February 25, 2021 11:10 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week ahead of Ireland's trip to Rome this week and a brilliant weekend of Six Nations rugby elsewhere. We discuss what will constitute a success on Saturday and how Ireland can improve from a dismal season so far? Stephen is ...

The Buildup - Ferris On Keyboard Warriors, Concussion & Error Prone Ireland

February 10, 2021 21:24 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week ahead of Ireland's must win game with France in the Six Nations this weekend. He reflects on some of the over the top personal abuse that the likes of Peter O'Mahony and Billy Burns have suffered this week, and talks abo...

The Buildup - Six Nations Preview With Stephen Ferris

February 03, 2021 13:52 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week to preview the 2021 Six Nations which get under way this weekend. Are England unstoppable? Are France finally back? And what about Ireland? Stevie looks at every angle, with Ireland's trip to Cardiff this Sunday foremost...

The Buildup - Ferris On Paulie The Coach & Munster/Leinster Coaches Needle

January 20, 2021 14:45 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week to talk about the massive Munster v Leinster clash in the Pro 14 just a couple of weeks before the start of the Six Nations. He also discusses the impact Paul O'Connell is likely to have on the Irish backroom team.  Get...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris's Predictions For Champions Cup Round 2

December 18, 2020 17:03 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  After a positive first weekend for Irish provinces in Europe, Stephen runs his eye over the all importatn second round of fixtures this weekend.  Get in touch with the show by emailing [email protected] or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or In...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris: Head Injury Worries & Champions Cup Predictions

December 10, 2020 12:03 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Fresh off the heels of a four week international window, the revamped Champions Cup is just a day away. Stephen predicts for the fortunes of the four Irish provinces. He also discusses where Ireland are at after six games in eight weeks, and the w...

The Buildup Rugby - Ferris: It's Time To Worry

December 02, 2020 16:55 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. Stephen joined us today ahead of Ireland's Autumn Nations Cup clash with Scotland on Saturday. After a dismal outing against Georgia last week, Stephen analyses what exactly is wrong with Ireland right now and if what we're seeing in truly worrying.  Get in touch with the sho...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris: Ireland Lack Physicality Needed

November 25, 2020 15:28 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. Stephen joined us today ahead of Ireland's Nations Cup clash with Georgia on Sunday afternoon. What can we expect from Ireland after a very poor outing in Twickenham last weekend? Get in touch with the show by emailing [email protected] or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter o...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris On Fascinating Ireland Team For Twickenham

November 18, 2020 17:19 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. Stephen joined us today ahead of Ireland's Nations Cup clash with England on Saturday afternoon. After an impressive win against Wales, Andy Farrell has made some surprising selections for the clash at Twickenham.  Get in touch with the show by emailing [email protected] or ...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris On New Look Ireland Vs. Wales

November 11, 2020 16:54 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. Stephen joined us today ahead of Ireland's Nations Cup clash with Wales on Friday night. What can we expect from a new look Ireland team and what can the next four weeks tell us about the future for Andy Farrell's team? Get in touch with the show by emailing [email protected]...

The Buildup Rugby - Ferris Thinks Ireland Can Do It!

October 29, 2020 11:54 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to look ahead to Ireland's massive Championship decider in France? Can Ireland get the bonus point victory we need? Stephen is quietly confident.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie...

The Buildup Rugby - Ferris On Ireland Italy, Backrow & More

October 23, 2020 09:29 - 14 minutes - 9.82 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to look ahead to the return of the Six Nations and Ireland's game against Italy this Saturday, and the team picked by Andy Farrell which includes two brand new faces.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to Th...

The Buildup Rugby - Ferris: Munster Will Make A Big Leap This Season

October 01, 2020 09:03 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to talk about start of the new Pro14 season and looks ahead to how he sees the new campaign going for the Irish provinces.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the ge...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris Previews Champions Cup Quarter-Finals

September 17, 2020 11:44 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to talk about the Champions Cup quarter-finals this weekend, and in particular Leinster's quest for Saracens revenge and Ulster's mammoth task of overcoming their Pro14 Final defeat and facing Toulouse away from home.  If you...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris Previews The Pro14 Final

September 11, 2020 09:40 - 11 minutes - 7.91 MB

It's an all-Ireland Pro14 final and we've got just the man to preview it. On The Buildup podcast this week, Ladbrokes ambassador, Stephen Ferris, joined us to give his thoughts on Ulster's comeback against Edinbrugh, Leinster's win over Munster, and how he sees this weekend's final going. To listen to the full episode, including Kevin Doyle's Premier League preview, search "The Buildup on Balls.ie" on all good podcast apps. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris On Munster's Rotten Luck And Shocking Ulster

August 27, 2020 12:54 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to talk about the weird but fantastic return of rugby at the Aviva Stadium last weekend and what it all means for this weekend's games. Munster must beat Connacht, while Ulster need to find their form against a Leinster team p...

The Buildup Rugby - Ferris On Return, Munster V Leinster, Carbery Injury Hell

August 20, 2020 10:53 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris returns to chat about the resumption of the season this weekend. It's been a long 5 months! Stevie analyses the challenges ahead for the provinces over the next 6 weeks, and makes his calls for Leinster V Munster and Connacht V Ulster ...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris On The 2009 Lions

June 13, 2020 19:29 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where in recent times we've trying to keep you entertained with interesting discussions, quizzes and more in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. On the rugby part of this week's show, Stephen Ferris chatted to his about his fascinating time on the 2009 Lions tour of South Africa. With so many highs and lows, Stevie reflects on one of the best experiences of his life, even if it a...

This Week In... 2004 - Triple Crown Famine Ends & Champions League Madness

March 23, 2020 17:14 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

After another week without live sport, we bring you the second episode of our "This Week In.. " series, one of our new schedule of podcasts on Balls.ie. Every week, we'll reminisce on a sporting week that was from a certain year. This week, we're looking back at 2004. Join Mick, Mark and PJ as they look back on Ireland's first Triple Crown win in 19 year when Eddie O'Sullivan's men played some of the most scintillating rugby in Irish history to overcome Matt Williams' Scotland. It's all hai...

This Week In... 2009 - Bernard Dunne Mania & Grandslam Glory

March 16, 2020 18:04 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

With no live sport to watch, we bring you This Week In.. one of our new schedule of podcasts on Balls.ie. Every week, we'll reminisce on a sporting week that was from a certain year. This week, it could only be 2009.  Join Mick, Donny and PJ as they look back on probably the greatest day in Irish sport, Ireland's first Grandslam in 61 years and Dublin's Bernard Dunne knocking out Ricardo Cordoba to become world champion on home turf!  As well as that, Liverpool were hotting up in the title...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris previews this weekend's Six Nations fixtures

March 06, 2020 12:44 - 11 minutes - 7.64 MB

Ladbrokes ambassador Stephen Ferris joined Mick via satellite to preview the weekend's Six Nations fixtures, with Ireland unable to avenge their defeat to England due to restrictions regarding the Coronavirus. The ex-Ireland back-row reckons that France will take care of Scotland, leading to a Grand Slam decider against Ireland in the Stade de France. He also reckons England will beat the spread handily against a Wales side plagued by injuries. You can listen to the full podcast by searchi...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris on Ireland's Winning Start in the 6 Nations and Their Chances Against Wales

February 06, 2020 13:46 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

Ladbrokes ambassador Stephen Ferris is back in Belfast having visited the studio last week, he'll be talking about Ireland's opening day victory over Scotland and looking ahead to their match against Wales. If you have a Big Shout of 25/1 or over, send it to us, and you can win the grand prize of two cakes and a sports autobiography! Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information.Send us your Big Shouts or get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris Live in Studio on the Opening Weekend of the 6 Nations

January 30, 2020 10:48 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Ladbrokes ambassador Stephen Ferris joined us in Balls HQ to look forward to the opening weekend of the 6 Nations. The former Ireland man gives his predictions for each of the weekend's matches as well as who he'll think will be the top try scorer and tournament winner. If you want to listen to the full podcast, search 'The Buildup on Balls.ie' on all podcast apps.  If you have a Big Shout of 25/1 or over, send it to us, and you can win the grand prize of two cakes and a sports autobiograp...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris Is Not Happy At Andy Farrell's Ireland Squad

January 15, 2020 18:08 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we talk to former Ireland and Ulster flanker Stephen Ferris about the Champions Cup weekend ahead, and firstly, the hot off the presses Ireland squad for the upcoming Six Nations Championship. Stephen is not...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris On Impressive Ulster And This Weekend's Champions Cup Games

January 08, 2020 17:47 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we talk to former Ireland and Ulster flanker Stephen Ferris about how impressive his former province have been recently and how the Irish clubs will get on in the Champions Cup this weekend. If you want to ...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris: John Cooney For Ireland, Munster Too Casual

December 12, 2019 15:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we preview another Champions Cup weekend with Ireland and Ulster legend Stephen Ferris.  It's the back to back week Europe with another full set of Ireland V England fixtures ahead. Stephen brings us throug...

World In Union - JP Cooney, Murray's Form, Ulster's Edge

December 10, 2019 15:53 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

On this week's show, we catch up with former Connacht prop JP Cooney, chat about the Champions Cup action and discuss the next New Zealand boss.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup Rugby - It's Ireland V England x4!

December 05, 2019 10:59 - 13 minutes - 9.54 MB

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we preview the Champions Cup weekend where there are must win games for at least three of the Irish provinces as all four teams face English opposition.  If you want to listen to the entire show, which incl...

World In Union - Geordan Murphy's Leicester Woes, Champions Cup Preview

December 04, 2019 14:09 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

On this week's show, the lads preview all the weekend's Champions Cup action. We are also joined by BBC Leicester Sport commentator Chris Egerton to chat about Geordan Murphy's troubles at the Leicester Tigers.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World In Union - A Heineken Cup Credibility Problem?

November 29, 2019 16:56 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

World in Union comes to you on a Friday for one week only.  We look back on the first two rounds of the Heineken Champions Cup, discussing a positive start for the Irish teams, but are other clubs taking it all seriously enough? We talk to rugby journalist Ali Stokes about a credibility problem in the tournament?  We also discuss the current TV deal and what it means for Irish viewers, we discuss Bundee Aki's new contract, the Ospreys' disgrace and Maurice review Joe Schmidt's autobiograph...

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris - Crisis? What Crisis?

November 21, 2019 11:12 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

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The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris: Getting Back To The Club Post World Cup

November 14, 2019 16:07 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

We're giving away two tickets to Ireland vs Denmark! To enter, rate and review the 'The Buildup on Balls.ie' podcast feed and send us a screenshot of your review to [email protected]. The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we "Get Hyped" for th...

World In Union - Denis Hurley On Munster's Current Position

November 13, 2019 18:18 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

The Champions Cup gets back underway this week and ahead of that, we caught up with Denis Hurley to discuss Munster's chances and their current style.  Johann Van Graan's outfit take on the Ospreys on Saturday. Is this a tournament they are capable of winning? Their former versatile back thinks so, but certain things need to happen.  We will discuss Connacht, Leinster and Ulster in the coming weeks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup Rugby - The Season's Only Getting Started!

November 07, 2019 13:04 - 9 minutes - 6.67 MB

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we "Get Hyped" for the weekend's Interpros. Munster V Ulster and Connacht V Leinster take centre stage with Irish internationals returning. The World Cup is over but we're straight back to the meat of the ru...

World In Union (Special) - The Saracens Scandal With Ben Cisneros

November 06, 2019 17:41 - 12 minutes - 8.4 MB

The Premiership champions, Saracens, have been hit with a 35-point deduction and £5m fine after they were found to have breached salary cap regulations. It is a seismic sentence that they are set to contest.  We caught up with Rugby and the law editor Ben Cisneros to discuss this groundbreaking news and what it means for their players and rivals moving forward/  What legal recourse do other clubs have? Why are sanctions limited to this season? Who else does it impact, we look at this and m...

World In Union - World Cup Review And Rating, Saracens Controversy,

November 05, 2019 16:14 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

The Rugby World Cup is at an end after South Africa were successful over England on Saturday. This week, the lads review all the weekend's action and discuss the tournament as a whole, the Springboks' style, the team of the World Cup and what this means for the sport.  Elsewhere, there is some Munster transfer rumour chat and the boys look ahead to a jam-packed season. The show goes on!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Brent Pope Rugby World Cup Show - Episode 7

October 31, 2019 12:14 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

With his beloved New Zealand out of the World Cup, Brent looks back on England's incredible win over the All Black and previews the fascinating final between England and South Africa.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup Rugby - Stephen Ferris' Final Verdict

October 31, 2019 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

The Buildup is Balls.ie weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where our regular rugby guest Stephen Ferris joins us to talk about England's astonishing performance in their semi-final win over New Zealand last week and tell us if South Africa have any chance at all in Saturday...

World In Union - Jonny Holland, Incredible England, Munster's South Africa

October 29, 2019 19:48 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

The show goes on. We are down to two as the Rugby World Cup moves towards the final with England set to take on South Africa.  On this week's podcast, the lads look back at a fascinating weekend of rugby and two very different games. Where has this England run come from? Who are their standout players? What are Sam Underhill and Tom Curry made off? We discuss all of this and more.  Elsewhere, former Munster outhalf Jonny Holland joins us to chat about Felix Jones and Aled Walters. The form...

The Buildup Rugby - Ferris On What's Next For Ireland And Semi-Final Picks

October 24, 2019 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

The Buildup is new weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show with Stephen Ferris who looks back on Ireland's disaster of a World Cup and asks where do we go from here? He also looks ahead and makes his picks for this weekend's semi-finals.  If you want to listen to the entire sho...