The 20-minute red card backlash, hooker auditions, and Interpro talking points | RTÉ Rugby podcast
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to break down the big talking points of the week in the URC.
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Connacht's Dave Heffernan hitting form at the right time for Ireland
With just over three weeks to go until Ireland take on New Zealand at the Aviva Stadium, the number two jersey for that meeting with the All Blacks is available for someone to grab it.
Connacht get clean bill of health for visit of Leinster
Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins will have close to a full deck to choose from when they welcome Leinster to the Dexcom Stadium in the BKT United Rugby Championship this Saturday.
Ulster given timely Stuart McCloskey fitness boost
Stuart McCloskey could become available for Ulster this week in a big boost for Richie Murphy's side ahead of Friday’s BKT United Rugby Championship meeting with the Ospreys in Belfast.
Lions march on with mature, hard-fought win in Wales against Dragons
The Lions continued their flawless start to the 2024/25 United Rugby Championship (URC) season, beating Dragons 23-19 at Rodney Parade on Sunday to make it three wins from three.
Stumbling Stormers schooled on the road as Edinburgh fly high
The Stormers could not take their opportunities when they came, making mistakes and taking the wrong options at crucial intervals in falling to a hugely disappointing 38-7 defeat to Edinburgh at DAM Health Stadium on Saturday.
Bok prop Nyakane starts for Sharks in Italy
Teams, fixtures, and results from Round 4 of the United Rugby Championship:
RTÉ Rugby podcast: All roads lead to Croke Park for blockbuster Interpro
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy as we look ahead to two big Interpros this week in the BKT United Rugby Championship.