House of Rugby

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is once again joined in the House of Rugby studio by Lindsay Peat and James Downey as they look back on the weekend’s Six Nations action and particularly Ireland’s title win! They look at Italy’s brilliance in Cardiff, Ireland getting the job done against Scotland, and France coming to fruition against England. Will Italy’s campaign be a flash in the pan, or are they cooking something special? France and England show signs of improvement for next year, and just what is happening in Wales? Have we seen Peter O’Mahony in an Irish jersey for the last time? What do we need to do to muster a challenge against the Springboks?  All this and more on this week’s House of Rugby!

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by Lindsay Peat and Johne Murphy as they look back on the weekend’s Six Nations and Ireland’s defeat to England. They look at the dying minutes of the game and Conor Murray’s decision to box-kick and whether it was the right or wrong decision. They discuss England’s approach to the game, how they managed to score three tries and exploit the Irish defence. And they look ahead to Ireland’s final game against Scotland as they look to wrap up the Six Nations title.Plus, we hear from Rob Kearney and get his thoughts on the defeat.

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by Lindsay Peat and Pat McCarry as they look back on a weekend of URC rugby and ahead to Ireland's Six Nations clash against England this week. They look at Ulster's start to life without Dan McFarland at the helm, and why it's looking positive so far. They look at Irish attitudes towards being favourites in games and whether that needs to change given our dominance, and will an Irishman wreck the Grand Slam? They dissect Felix Jones' blitz defence and why it hasn't exactly worked so far with England.

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined by Lindsay Peat and Johne Murphy as they look back on Ireland’s 31-7 win over Wales in the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. They look at some of the sloppy Ireland play, some good Welsh defending and what Ireland will be looking to improve on over the next few weeks. They dive into Ireland’s scrum and how they’re improving, and where they’re making their mistakes with discipline. Plus, they look at the other results across the tournament, how England allowed Scotland to take control of the game and the controversial end to the Italy/France draw.

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in studio by Lindsay Peat and Pat McCarry as they look back on Ireland's win over Italy in the Six Nations. They look at Ireland's sloppiness in the first half and why Andy Farrell won't be happy with some aspects of their play. They look at some of the key positions and whether or not Ireland will look to make some changes against Wales. And was it a try or not? They discuss the Scotland and France game, and the fall-out from the Dupont Law.

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in studio by Lindsay Peat and James Downey as they look back on Ireland's win over France in the Six Nations. They chat Big Joe McCarthy's performance and why he brings a new element to Ireland's team. They analysis Jack Crowley's showing as he stepped in Johnny Sexton's shoes and did so relatively seamlessly. What happened to France? The look at the missing players and why they just didn't seem to turn up for the game. And are Ireland now clear favourites? Don't rule England out just yet. 

Leinster player Will Connors joins Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill and Lindsay Peat in the House of Rugby studio as we look ahead to the Six Nations. They chat with Will about Leinster’s season so far, his effectiveness with the chop-tackle and what Jacques Nienabar has brought to the province. They preview the Six Nations tournament, running through the strengths and weaknesses of every team, who to watch and any potential upsets in the tournament. And they look at Ireland’s selection headaches from Jack Crowley to Joe McCarthy, and the potential boom or bust scenario in their opening game against France on Friday in Marseille.

Former Ireland and Leinster player Dan Leavy joins Maire Treasa in studio alongside Pat McCarry as they look back on the weekend of Champions Cup rugby.They discuss Andy Farrell's move into the Lions job and what that will mean for Ireland.They predict the Six Nations squad ahead of it being announced on Wednesday.Plus, we bring you a chat with Ireland international Caelan Doris.