RTÉ Rugby podcast: Wales saga, Italy v Ireland and Connacht confirm coach

Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley as we break down the major talking points heading into Round 3 of the Guinness Six Nations.

We discuss the threat of the Wales squad going on strike unless a financial deal can be reached with their governing body, with a major recession on the way in Welsh rugby.

The panel look ahead to Ireland's Round 3 meeting with Italy in Rome, while we also discuss Connacht's confirmation that Pete Wilkins will take over from director of rugby Andy Friend next season.

And we look at to continued inconsistencies in the game's disciplinary systems, after Manu Tuilagi's red card and suspension for Sale Sharks at the weekend.

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