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In the final installment of our Six Nations road trip series, Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney head to the airport for the ultimate Scottish pickup! Joining them in the car is none other than Scotland legend and former captain, Greig Laidlaw.Ahead of this weekend’s massive clash between Ireland and Scotland, Greig dives deep into the current state of Scottish rugby. From their chances of securing a historic first-ever Six Nations Championship to the "outside noise" surrounding Gregor Townsend’s future following that shock defeat to Italy, no stone is left unturned.In this episode, we discuss:The Ireland Rivalry: Greig recalls his toughest battles against the men in green.The Global Stage: Insights into his incredible journey playing rugby across the world.Six Nations Logic: Just how wide open is the championship this year?The Townsend Factor: Dealing with media scrutiny after the Italy loss.

In the latest edition of our Six Nations Special on What The Ruck, Luke and Dave pick up Wales and British & Irish Lions legend Alex Cuthbert for an unfiltered deep dive into the state of the game.After a dramatic fall-off in Welsh international form, Alex pulls no punches on what is happening behind the scenes, the issues within the WRU, and what it will take for the red jersey to find its pride again.But it’s not all serious—the boys have a laugh about the fierce battles between Alex and Dave on the pitch, and Alex shares some incredible (and chaotic) stories about his time with the Irish contingent on the Lions tour. From his "meteoric" rise from university rugby to scoring tries in a Lions Test, this is the full story of one of Wales' most electric wingers.🚗 We've teamed up with BYD South Dublin Deansgrange and BYD North Dublin Navan Road, part of the MSL Motor Group to bring the show on the road for the 2026 Six Nations Championship ☘️

Ireland and Munster prop Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney are joined in the studio by former Leinster and Ireland hooker James Tracy. Following Ireland’s victory over Italy, the lads dive deep into the technical issues facing the Irish scrum and how the pack can find that elite level again ahead of the next round of the Six Nations.James opens up about the devastating neck injury that forced his retirement in 2022 and what life looks like after the jersey. But it’s not all serious—we’ve got legendary stories involving Sean O’Brien, Tadhg Beirne, and Sean Cronin, plus James reveals his "Dream Pack" of teammates.

What The Ruck is hitting the road for the 2026 Six Nations Championship! In this special mobile episode, we’ve teamed up with MSL Motor Group and BYD North Dublin, Navan Road, and BYD South Dublin Deangrange to take the pod on tour in the brand new BYD Seal U. Our first stop? We’re picking up a true legend of the game: former Ireland underage star and Italian International Fly-Half, Ian McKinley. Ian joins Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney to share his remarkable story. After a freak accident in a club game left him blind in one eye, Ian’s career appeared to be over. Instead, he made a historic return to professional rugby in Italy, eventually earning his Test cap under Conor O’Shea. In this episode, we discuss the accident that turned his life upside down and the long road to recovery. We dive into how Ian defied the odds to become the first player to wear protective goggles at the Test level, his move to Italy to find a second home in rugby, and his expert breakdown of the opening round of action in the 2026 Six Nations. With BYD South Dublin Deansgrange and BYD North Dublin Navan Road, part of the MSL Motor Group  

The 2026 Six Nations has arrived, and the landscape for Irish rugby has shifted. With the "Old Guard" absent and a mounting injury list, Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney dive deep into what this new era looks like for Andy Farrell’s squad.In this episode of What The Ruck, "Killer" gives us the unfiltered truth about Bundee Aki’s shock suspension and what it means for the squad’s depth. We also go behind the scenes to reveal what life is actually like in camp during Six Nations week—from the intense mental preparation to the ferocity of facing a French pack on home soil.In this episode:The Bundee Aki Situation: Dave reacts to the biggest headline of the tournament.The Next Gen: Who steps up in the absence of Porter, Keenan, and Hansen?Parisian War: What it’s really like in the trenches against France.Killer’s XV: Dave picks the starting lineup he wants to see in the opener.Whether you're looking for tactical analysis or legendary stories from the dressing room, we’ve got you covered.

Welcome back to What The Ruck for our first episode of 2026! We are kicking off the year with a massive guest as legendary Irish Times rugby journalist Gerry Thornley joins Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney in the studio.In this episode, the lads dive straight into a hectic festive period of rugby, breaking down the recent European results for the Irish provinces. With the 2026 Six Nations just around the zone, the conversation turns to the growing Ireland injury list. From the front row crisis to the high-stakes battle for the Ireland number 10 jersey, Gerry and Dave analyze who has the form to step up for Andy Farrell.Beyond the pitch, Gerry reflects on his illustrious career in the media, sharing stories from his favorite tournaments and the most memorable players and coaches he has interviewed over the decades. Plus, Dave pulls back the curtain on life in the dressing room, revealing what players really think about the media and how they handle the cameras.

Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney return for the final episode of 2025 to break down a massive fortnight of European rugby. From Munster's statement win in Cork to the "French Procession" threatening the Champions Cup, the lads pull no punches on the current state of the game.In the series finale of 2025, Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney dive deep into the opening rounds of the Investec Champions Cup. After a rocky start, Munster found their fire with a bonus-point win over Gloucester, but questions remain for the Irish provinces. Dave addresses the "weakened side" controversy and explains why the current format might be hurting the tournament’s prestige. Plus, "Killer" takes us back to his battles with Clermont legend Davit Zirakashvili, revealing a hilarious story about how he ended up with a case of "Scrum Pox" thanks to the big Georgian prop.

Former Ireland, Leinster, and Ulster back-row Jordi Murphy joins Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney for an unmissable chat on Episode 6 of What The Ruck. Get ready for the unfiltered stories you won't hear anywhere else. Jordi details his massive move from Leinster Rugby to Ulster Rugby to secure more starts and a regular spot in the national setup. He chats about the emotion behind his career-changing ACL injury suffered in 2016 after scoring Ireland's opening try in the historic win against the All Blacks in Chicago. Jordi also speaks about his new career as a rugby agent and the transition to life after professional sport. Dave and Jordi also discuss their time as teammates in the Irish camp, and we put Jordi to the test to pick his dream pack from his provincial days.