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HG Rugby

Huw Griffin

Telling rugby"s untold stories by meeting people, analysing data and starting conversations

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59:04

How Irish Rugby Saved Itself ft. TheRugbyGirl

HG Rugby ·

2026/04/11

Irish Rugby 2025/26 Season – The Ultimate Breakdown! The 2025/26 United Rugby Championship season is heating up, and Ireland’s four provinces are delivering thrilling rugby once again. In this video, we dive deep into how Leinster, Munster, Ulster, and Connacht are performing this season – from title challenges and European ambitions to struggles and behind the scenes turmoil.✅ Leinster’s quest for dominance ✅ Munster’s resurgence under new leadership ✅ Ulster’s rebuild and young talent ✅

26:24

What Is Wrong With Leinster This Season? |...

HG Rugby ·

2026/04/07

Do Leinster Suck Now? In this video I took a trip to Dublin to find out for myself. spoke to Leo Cullen, Tommy O'Brien and Leinster journalists to get an insider view on the team's struggles this season. After winning the 2024/25 URC title in style, Leinster have had a mixed campaign. From the heavy opening defeats on South African soil (Stormers 35-0 and Bulls 39-31) to strong home wins and recent form, we break down their results, key performances, attacking stats, and where they stand in the

67:45

Why Is Rugby Union So Posh? ft. The Rugby History...

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2026/04/05

Why Is Rugby Posh? This week I was going by Hattie from The Rugby History Project to answer that very question. We dive into the origins of the sport, its roots in the English private school system, and the role colonialism played in the game's growth across the globe.We then ask the question if women's rugby is any different, before taking a look ahead to the Women's Six Nations. Will it be the Red Roses show again? Furthermore, what has the PWR done that has made both of us so mad? #rugby

59:31

The Man Breaking Rugby's Biggest Transfer Stories ft....

HG Rugby ·

2026/03/28

This week on the HG Rugby Podcast I was joined by rugby transfer expert and journalist Neil Fissler of RugbyPass. He told me his journey in rugby, how he finds transfer stories, what is really happening with Andy Farrell in Ireland and his thoughts on Steve Borthwick's England. We even get an insight into the threat posed by R360.Follow Neil on twitter: https://x.com/neilfissler Follow me on twitter: https://x.com/HuwGriffinRugby #rugby #podcast #transfers #fabrizioromano #news #irelandrugby

21:59

Behind The Scenes At URC Basement Battle | Audio Vlog

HG Rugby ·

2026/03/26

Taken from my vlog on WRRAP YouTube Scarlets vs Zebre Parma | United Rugby Championship Round 13 | Full Match Highlights & Reaction (2025/26)Watch the action as Scarlets secured a crucial bonus-point victory over Zebre Parma in this basement battle at Parc y Scarlets! The Welsh side ran in six tries to claim a 36-17 win in Round 13 of the BKT United Rugby Championship on March 20, 2026.Jarrod Taylor crossed twice early, with Sam Lousi, Macs Page, Ellis Mee, and replacement Davis also scoring for

53:44

Doping Scandals, Coach Sackings & Shock Defeats - Is...

HG Rugby ·

2026/03/22

I was joined by friend of the show and Rugby Europe expert Carl Dawson to review the 2026 Rugby Europe Championship and explain what on earth is going on with Georgian rugby?We also get the latest on Portugal's shock Rugby Europe Championship win, what the latest is with Spanish rugby and get the inside scoop on Romania, Belgium, Netherland and Germany. Follow me on twitter: https://x.com/HuwGriffinRugby #rugby #georgia #podcast #europe #scandal #doping #shocking #portugal #worldcup

19:12

Have Italy Actually Improved This Six Nations?

HG Rugby ·

2026/03/15

Italy have just fallen agonisingly short of their best ever Six Nations campaign by losing to Wales in Cardiff. The Azzurri had never won three games in a single tournament before and letting this chance slip is a cruel end to what has been one of the best seasons in Italian international rugby history. In this video we will take a deep dive into the numbers behind Italy’s Six Nations campaign. We will outline the reasons for their vastly improved performances, show where they still have room to

20:58

SPECIAL: Antoine Dupont's Salary Cap Drama Explained...

HG Rugby ·

2026/02/28

TOP 14 Finances substack: https://thepiraterugby.substack.com/p/where-french-rugby-teams-get-theirSalary cap video: https://youtu.be/SpP4-a-4gdg?si=HSAXHWNeYmlGTlia Jaminet Affair video: https://youtu.be/KHeLl0ktxXQ?si=yHifQklBgIR29TVY All eyes may be on Les Bleus’ thrilling Men’s Six Nations campaign, but behind the scenes in France, a storm is brewing over that most emotive of topics: the salary cap. Just as the TOP 14 have ushered in radical changes to the cap itself, that are set to have a

58:29

A Balanced Take On Gregor Townsend's Scotland Legacy...

HG Rugby ·

2026/02/22

In this podcast I was joined by Glasgow statistician and writer Kevin Millar to tackle the hottest topics in Scottish rugby. Kevin explains how South African Franco Smith has made such a positive impact at Glasgow Warriors and the traits that make them such a brilliant team. We then turn our attention to Gregor Townsend and his legacy as Scotland head coach. Is he unfairly criticised or has he wasted a golden generation? The South African Genius Who Can Save Scotland. Why Scottish Rugby Is In

39:28

How Scott Robertson's Sacking Sparked A Chaotic Chain...

HG Rugby ·

2026/02/07

In this months rugby transfer review we will cover:scrum halves headed to France the ripples of the NZ coaching conundrum who could replace a Welsh region in the URC Follow https://x.com/rugby_hub on twitter for all you rugby transfer updates! TOP 14 Digest Podcast Audio Links! Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-top-14-digest/id1870637279?i=1000747916101 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oFrVxOaAC5O7LlhoJnB4d?si=oeVSFfV4T266mUnJestezQ The latest French rugby

29:02

Behind The Scenes At A Champions Cup Match! |...

HG Rugby ·

2026/01/27

I go behind the scenes at the Scarlets trip to play Northampton Saints at Cinch Franklins Gardens in the Investec Champions Cup. Includes interviews with Josh Macleod, Nigel Davies, Phil Dawson & Fraser Dingwall.#scarlets #Wales #northampton #saints #championscup #highlights #vlog #review #podcast Follow HG on Twitter: https://x.com/HuwGriffinRugby Follow the podcast on twitter: https://x.com/ScarletPembs Chapters 0:00 Behind The Scenes 3:13 First Half 8:21 Second Half 13:04 Post Match

26:47

The Stormers Are A PROBLEM. | Mini-Documentary

HG Rugby ·

2026/01/24

In this documentary I explore the rebuild at the Stormers that has seen them go from goof troop to title contenders. Along with insights from Damian Willemse and John Dobson, I will be using Opta's stats to break down the tactics and reveal the secrets of the Cape Town giants. I will also be deep diving their first defeat of the season against Harlequins and explaining what that performance tells us about their identity as a team and what they still need to fix to become a truly great side. Follow

46:17

Why France Have DROPPED Damian Penaud… | TOP 14 Digest

HG Rugby ·

2026/01/20

LINK TO NEW AUDIO PLATFORM: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NGCYndQuXbXthxgmuPKQG Huw and Maz are back to discuss the rumours that Penaud is off to defend Greenland on his own, the rest of the French squad for the 6 Nations and how French teams faired in round 4 of the European Cups. #FrenchRugby #Top14 #EPCR #ChampionsCUp #ChallengeCup #france #rugby #podcast #sixnations Follow the pod on twitter: https://x.com/RugbyVous Chapters 0:00 French Results 3:30 La Rochelle vs Harlequins 4:30 Munster

46:46

Is France's European Domination Ending? | TOP 14 Digest

HG Rugby ·

2026/01/13

We are still working on our new audio platform, a few admin issues causing delays unfortunately! As soon as it's set up you will be the first to know!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

71:05

Headed For Disaster? - Inside Rugby's Chaotic...

HG Rugby ·

2026/01/10

This week on the HG Rugby podcast I was joined by rugby governance expert Nicks Johnston to learn how sporting governance works and what challenges those governing rugby union are currently facing.Nicks explained to me what governance is and how different countries go about their rugby governance. She debates with me on the latest developments regarding the English PREM restructuring and why rugby clubs make such huge losses. We then turn our attention to the WRU and their 'amateurish' proposals

41:26

Are Weakened Teams Undermining French Rugby? | TOP 14...

HG Rugby ·

2026/01/06

We are having a few delays with the new audio platform! Bare with! I will update here when it's up! In the mean time you can also find this week's episode here - on the page for the URC podcast I also host :) https://open.spotify.com/episode/1L8HOpVe2d21LjaYySQUpf?si=kB78Q8FDSeSzQYk0me6YNA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26:48

The English Club Trying To Buy Success... And Failing...

HG Rugby ·

2026/01/03

A month show rounding up the biggest rugby union transfer news & gossip. This month we are talking about:- Sale Sharks transfer struggles - The WRU driving players away - French rumour mill round-up For all your rugby transfer news follow this twitter account: https://x.com/rugby_hub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

45:21

Was This Antoine Dupont's Most Incredible Performance...

HG Rugby ·

2025/12/30

In this episode we break down Anotine Duponts incredible performance against La Rochelle along with the rest of the TOP 14 action from round 14 including Bayonne vs Stade Francais and the relegation battleWelcome to the TOP 14 Digest! This weekly podcast captures all of the news and results in the world of rugby’s biggest club competition: the French Top 14 - Huw and Maz bring English language coverage of all of the biggest talking points in France: games, gossip, controversies and climaxes. From

68:25

Scrums, Springboks & South America: The Alternative...

HG Rugby ·

2025/12/27

Reviewing rugby in 2025 with Harry Jones. In this podcast my @megafoonrugby colleague to talk scrums, Springboks and South America - the biggest storylines of rugby in 2025.Harry leads the debate on how rugby tried to kill drums, but the Springboks said no. I then bring up the contrasting conversations between rugby in North America and South America - how does the sport solve this conundrum? Harry then brings up the Lions tour and, perhaps more poignantly, what it means for Australia. Are they

29:14

The Old Men Still CRUSHING It In France! | TOP 14 Digest

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2025/12/23

In this episode we break down round 12 of the TOP 14 and talk about the older players who are still playing incredible rugby! From Levani Botia at La Rochelle to Benjamin Urdapilletta at Perpignan. Plus, we look at the Christmas offerings from Stade Francais...Welcome to the TOP 14 Digest! This weekly podcast captures all of the news and results in the world of rugby’s biggest club competition: the French Top 14 - Huw and Maz bring English language coverage of all of the biggest talking points in

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