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VMTV Rugby Pod

Virgin Media Originals

Tune in each week as Stuart McAvoy is joined by Alan Quinlan and Matt Williams along with some special guests to discuss all the major talking points in rugby union. Subscribe to our page for more!Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/VMSportIE.Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vmsportie/Like us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VMSportIE/Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXIQcJ1TcFeMlF32vAOORLQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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48:04

VMTV Rugby Pod - Women's Six Nations Launch 2026

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2026/04/10

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VMTV Rugby Pod - Women's Six Nations Round One Preview

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2026/04/10

It's the return of the Guinness Women's Six Nations, and there's plenty of excitement in the air for Ireland fans! Fiona Hayes and Jenny Murphy join Stuart McAvoy to preview the opening weekend as Ireland take on England, France clash with Italy and Wales play Scotland in Cardiff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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27:23

VMTV Rugby Pod | Alan Quinlan & Stuart McAvoy reflect...

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2026/03/19

Stuart McAvoy and Alan Quinlan look back on an incredible 2026 Six Nations Championship.The final round was quite remarkable with France winning back-to-back Championships thanks to a Thomas Ramos penalty with the last kick-off the game against England in Paris.Ireland were Triple Crown Winners and Wales defeated Italy in what was a first Six Nations victory for them in three years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:15

Jamie Osborne on Ireland’s Win Over Wales, Scotland...

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2026/03/14

"We really wanted to back up that England performance."Ireland fullback Jamie Osborne who made his debut against South Africa in summer 2024, opens up about his journey from Naas Rugby Club to the international stage.Jamie shares insights into coming through the ranks, training alongside his five rugby-playing brothers, Ireland’s thrilling win over Wales, and his preparation for Ireland’s upcoming Six Nations fixtures. He also talks about the excitement of aiming for another Triple Crown and

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6:39

Grant Gilchrist on Record 88th Scotland Cap Ahead of...

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2026/03/14

"It's pretty surreal, if I'm being honest.""I think we're just so focused at the minute on performance, on putting our best version on the field."Scotland lock Grant Gilchrist speaks ahead of Scotland’s Six Nations clash with Ireland national rugby union team.Gilchrist is set to win his 88th Scotland cap, becoming the country’s most capped second row, surpassing former captain Scott Murray.The Scotland stalwart reflects on his journey since making his debut in 2013, what it means to represent

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27:11

VMTV Rugby Pod | Ian Mckinley & Stuart McAvoy discuss...

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2026/03/14

Stuart McAvoy and Ian McKinley preview the climax to the 2026 Six Nations Championship.It is going to be a belter Saturday with the Triple Crown and Championship winner all still to be decided.Ireland play Scotland, it is Wales against Italy and France and England are the evening kick-off in 'Le Crunch' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:08

VMTV Rugby Pod | Alan Quinlan & Stuart McAvoy talk...

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2026/03/05

Stuart McAvoy and Alan Quinlan look forward to round four in the Men's Six Nations Championship.First up on Friday night it is Ireland against Wales then on Saturday France head to Edinburgh to face Scotland and England battle it out with Italy in Rome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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11:20

Josh Neill Talks Ireland U20 Journey, South Africa...

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2026/02/27

Ireland Under-20 star Josh Neill sits down for an exclusive interview with Virgin Media Sport. Josh turns 19 on Saturday and reflects on his incredible journey in rugby so far, from growing up in South Africa, representing Rondebosch High School, Captaining Western Province U18, playing for South Africa U18, to joining the Leinster Academy in Ireland.The Irish back-row has been a standout performer in the U20 Championship, earning two Player of the Match awards, including a memorable performance

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28:26

VMTV Rugby Pod | Ian McKinley & Stuart McAvoy look...

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2026/02/27

Stuart McAvoy and Ian McKinley reflect on Ireland's record away win in Southwest London against England. The former Italian fly-half also discusses Andy Farrell's future as well as Mike Prendergast's Munster departure as he moves to Bath next season. #VMSport #GuinnessM6N Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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30:11

VMTV Rugby Pod | Alan Quinlan & Stuart McAvoy talk...

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2026/02/19

Stuart McAvoy and Alan Quinlan look ahead to round three of the Men's Six Nations Championship. This fixtures this weekend see England take on Ireland, Wales hosting Scotland and it is France against Italy on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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25:19

VMTV Rugby Pod | Ian McKinley & Stuart McAvoy preview...

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2026/02/13

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:39

“It’s never nice losing in a green shirt” | Garry...

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2026/02/09

“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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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31:35

Peter O’Mahony on Retirement, Rugby & Life After the...

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2026/02/06

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:11

VMTV Rugby Pod |Alan Quinlan & Stuart McAvoy look...

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2026/02/03

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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42:38

VMTV Rugby Pod |Alan Quinlan & Stuart McAvoy discuss...

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2026/01/15

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:09

VMTV Rugby Pod |Alan Quinlan & Stuart McAvoy look...

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2025/12/18

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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VMTV Rugby Pod |Alan Quinlan & Stuart McAvoy reflect...

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2025/12/12

Alan Quinlan and Stuart McAvoy are in studio as they look back at the opening weekend of European Rugby. It was a mixed set of results for the Irish provinces with wins for Ulster and Leinster however Munster and Connacht suffered defeats. Alan also gives his thoughts on last week's draw for Rugby World Cup 2027. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:49

VMTV Rugby Pod |Alan Quinlan & Stuart McAvoy look...

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2025/11/25

Alan Quinlan chats to Stuart McAvoy after Ireland's defeat against the back-to-back World Champions South Africa. The former Ireland and Munster back-row gives his thoughts on the visitor's dominance at scrum-time as well as Ireland's ill-discipline, Quinlan also believes this is the best Springbok time he has ever seen. It has been a tricky Autumn for Ireland and Quinlan gives his opinion on what improvements are needed before the start of the Six Nations next year. Hosted on Acast. See

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29:49

Lions Tour review with Alan Quinlan

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2025/08/06

Alan Quinlan joins Stuart McAvoy for a final review of the Lions 2-1 series win over Australia. Saturday's dramatic final test where the weather played havoc with the game is discussed first. Quinny gives insight on how players deal with a lengthy stoppage during a game, given the shots we saw of the Lions players on their phones or sitting on beanbags in Sydney on Saturday and whether the Wallabies kept themselves sharper during that weather break.The lads (including Quinny's dogs) also give credit

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35:15

Reaction as Hugo Keenan secures Lions series win in...

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2025/07/29

Stuart McAvoy and Alan Quinlan are back to discuss the British & Irish Lions' dramatic win at the MCG in front of over 90,000 fans on Saturday that secured a series win with a game to spare. Quinny gives his thoughts on the controversy surrounding Hugo Keenan's late series-winning try and Andrea Piardi's decision to allow it , a decision Australia head coach Joe Schmidt criticised post-match. The pair also chat about Keenan's meteoric rise from Blackrock College to Sevens international, XVs

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