VMTV Rugby Pod

Stuart McAvoy and Ian McKinley are in studio to focus on round two of the 2026 Men's Six Nations Championship.In round one Ireland lost to France in Paris as for Italy it was a big win in Rome when they welcomed Scotland. The Azzurri have lost 25 of their 26 matches against Ireland in the Men's Six Nations.

“It’s never nice losing in a green shirt” | Garry Ringrose on Ireland’s 36-14 Defeat to FranceGarry Ringrose sits down with Virgin Media Sport's Stuart McAvoy after Ireland's defeat to France. Ireland's outside centre is hurting after the disappointing defeat and is looking for a much-needed response against Italy on Saturday at the Aviva.

Virgin Media’s newest rugby pundit, Peter O’Mahony, joins Stuart McAvoy in studio as the special guest on this week’s VMTV Rugby Pod.The former Munster, Ireland, and British & Irish Lions captain opens up about his decision to retire, his passion for gardening, his greatest days on the pitch, and what’s next in life after rugby.

Alan Quinlan and Stuart McAvoy are in studio to preview the 2026 Men's Six Nations Championship.In round one France welcome Ireland to the Stade de France on Thursday night, on Saturday Scotland play Italy in Rome and later that day England host Wales at the Allianz Stadium in South West London.

Alan Quinlan and Stuart McAvoy are in studio to reflect on the departure of Scott Roberston as New Zealand head coach. Alan also looks at the final round of fixtures in the European pool stages and what the Irish provinces need to do to qualify for the next stage.

Alan Quinlan and Stuart McAvoy are in studio to discuss Round two of Europe. There were wins for Leinster, Munster and Connacht with a defeat to Ulster in Cardiff. There is also a little Christmas quiz for Alan to enjoy and his hopes for Irish rugby in 2026.