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The Left Wing

By: Irish Independent
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  • The biggest stories in Irish rugby with our team of writers and experts, including Rúaidhrí O'Connor, Cian Tracey, Will Slattery, Sineád Kissane and Luke Fitzgerald. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, expert opinion and post-match comment we have every position covered. From in-depth analysis to team news and post-match analysis we have every position covered.
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Episodes
  • Analysing if Leinster made a mistake by ‘throwing away’ South Africa games ahead of Saints semi

    Analysing if Leinster made a mistake by ‘throwing away’ South Africa games ahead of Saints semi
    Apr 30 2024
    Leinster once again let the Irish side down with a thumping at the hands of the Stormers - so the question must be asked: was it right to send the ‘second team’ to South Africa? Rúaidhrí O’Connor and Luke Fitzgerald join Will Slattery on this week’s Left Wing podcast to discuss all the big talking points ahead of Leinster’s Croke Park date with Northampton Saints. After Leinster lost their second game on the bounce, the crew debates whether it was right to send a weakened squad to South Africa. Luke believes the extra expense would be worth it, as at this time of the season he feels Leinster should not be ‘throwing games away’ Meanwhile, Munster continued their strong record in South Africa and look primed for another URC title tilt while Ulster's form under Richie Murphy leaves them in danger of missing out on a playoff place. Plus, why Croke Park can be a hindrance for kickers.

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    50 mins
  • The planning starts now for the Women’s Rugby World Cup

    The planning starts now for the Women’s Rugby World Cup
    Apr 29 2024

    It was a memorable weekend for Ireland after they secured automatic qualification for next year's World Cup in England.

    Scott Bemand's team finished third in the Women's Six Nations table which also means they will play in Tier 1 of the WXV competition later this year.

    Anna Caplice and Ali Donnelly joined Sinéad Kissane on the Left Wing podcast to review the campaign and discuss what needs to be done for Ireland to become World Cup ready.

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    40 mins
  • Munster’s statement victory, is the central contracts model working and Leinster repeating past mistakes?

    Munster’s statement victory, is the central contracts model working and Leinster repeating past mistakes?
    Apr 23 2024

    After Munster's performance in Loftus, can their win over the Bulls be the catalyst for a URC defence and what about the difference RG Snyman makes?

    Cian Tracey and Luke Fitzgerald join Rúaidhrí O’Connor on this week’s Left Wing podcast to discuss all the big talking points for Irish rugby from the weekend.

    After Leinster’s uncharacteristic loss to Lions are they repeating past mistakes as the coaches fly home to prep for Saints?

    There’s also been a lot of talk about central contracts and the panel asks is the model working and does it need tweaking or wholesale change?

    Plus, selling out Croke Park - what it means for Leinster, Irish rugby and what it's like to play in.

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    48 mins
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