The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes back Lewis Moody to the panel alongside Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Katy Daley-McLean and Phil Vickery! 🌹🏉

Lewis opens up about life since his MND diagnosis, what the support of the rugby community has meant to him, and how he’s approaching the biggest challenge of his life with the same relentless intensity that defined his career. 💙

The team reflect on the Quilter Nations Series, what next for Wales and is the sky the limit for this England team? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Lewis also discusses the state of the modern game, the pressure players face today, and the mindset that made him one of England’s most fearless flankers. From emotional honesty to rugby insight, this is a powerful, inspiring and unmissable conversation. 🌍

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Springboks legend Bobby Skinstad to the panel alongside Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Phil Vickery & Sarah Hunter! 🇿🇦🏉

Bobby opens up about the pressure of captaining South Africa, the selection fallout that shaped the 1999 World Cup, and how the Barbarians helped him rediscover his love for rugby. 🔥

He lifts the lid on Twickenham chaos, the reality of Springboks media pressure, and the unforgettable stories from Barbarians weeks that became the stuff of rugby folklore. 🤣⚡️

From captaincy regrets to leadership lessons, career-defining moments and the joy of playing the game his way, this is an honest, emotional and hugely entertaining chat ❤️

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes All Blacks legend Sean Fitzpatrick to the panel alongside, Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Phil Vickery and Maggie Alphonsi! 🏉🇳🇿

Sean opens up about what it really means to wear the famous black jersey, the pressure of captaining New Zealand, and how Jonah Lomu changed rugby forever. ⚡️

He lifts the lid on the All Blacks’ brutal standards, the heartbreak of the 1995 World Cup, and the intense rivalry with England that still defines international rugby. 🏆🔥

From legacy and leadership to lessons learned from defeat, this is an honest, powerful and inspiring chat with one of the greatest captains the game has ever seen. 🌍

0:00 Welcome back to Stick to Rugby!

07:25 Sean Fitzpatrick’s INCREDIBLE All Blacks team 😳🇳🇿

13:23 Reacting to (and predicting) the Quilter Nations 🔮🏆

32:14 Growing up with Brian Fitzpatrick as a Dad 👶

36:10 Does Sean Keep Memorabilia? 🥇👕

37:21 Inspiring the Next Generation 👶

42:59 The Power of the All Blacks Jersey 🇳🇿

46:45 THAT 1996 South Africa Test Series 🇿🇦

50:06 The New Era of All Blacks 🇳🇿

1:00:11 Laureus Foundation ❤️

1:07:45 Fitzy’s Favourites 🥰

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, features French rugby legend Serge Betsen, joining Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Katy Daley-McLean and Phil Vickery for a hard-hitting conversation.

Nicknamed “The Grim Reaper” for his brutal tackling and relentless defence, Serge looks back on his fierce rivalry with England, his personal battles with Jonny Wilkinson, and the World Cup heartbreaks that still haunt him.

He shares how rugby changed his life — from growing up in Cameroon, to finding purpose in Paris and Biarritz, and becoming one of France’s most feared flankers. Serge also discusses his dream move to Wasps, his take on France’s current World Cup hopes, and why he believes the team still isn’t ready to win it all.

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00:00 - Serge Betsen Memories

02:32 - Best & Worst Rugby Roommates

05:27 - Time Travel: Past or Future?

07:02 - Teaser

08:02 - Teammates Quiz

11:52 - Growing Up in Cameroon & Moving to France

15:22 - From Paris to Biarritz

24:40 - Dream Move to Wasps

32:34 - Representing France: 63 Caps & Big Moments

37:05 - Jonny Wilkinson Rivalry & England Battles

42:03 - Sports Science & Psychology

45:44 - France World Cup Chances

54:22 - Lions Tour in France Debate

56:30 - Women’s Rugby World Cup

59:05 - Légion d'Honneur & Charity Work

01:02:46 - This or That with Serge Betsen

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Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, is back and 𝗢𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 as Shanks and Scott go for a spin with England and Saracens lock Nick Isiekwe!

Nick opens up about the terrifying moment doctors told him his heart could burst, undergoing open-heart surgery, and his unbelievable return to professional rugby just four months later. 🤯

He shares what it’s really like behind the scenes at Saracens, the standards Owen Farrell sets every single day, and the culture that’s helped shape him as a player and person. 🐪

From the highs of representing England to the uncertainty of recovery, Nick’s story is one of resilience, perspective, and pure determination and it’s one you won’t forget anytime soon.❤️‍🔥

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes England and Leicester Tigers star Ollie Chessum to the panel alongside Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, and Topsy Ojo! 🚨

Ollie opens up about his incredible journey from a Leicester academy prospect to England international, the injury that nearly ended his career, and what it really took to fight his way back to fitness. 💪

He lifts the lid on Lions selection shock, being made Leicester Tigers captain, and the hilarious initiation secrets from inside England and Lions camps. 🦁🏉

From recovery setbacks to leadership lessons, this is an honest, funny and inspiring chat with one of English rugby’s brightest talents! 🌹🔥

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Jonathan Joseph to the panel alongside Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, and Topsy Ojo! 🚨

Jonathan opens up on his incredible journey from Bath to Biarritz, the challenges of life in France 🇫🇷, and the truth behind his retirement decision. He reflects on the highs of playing for England, the heartbreak of injuries, and the possibility of one final comeback... 👀

From Six Nations glory to tough career choices and what life looks like after professional rugby, this is Jonathan Joseph as you’ve never heard him before — honest, reflective and refreshingly open. 🏉

A must-watch conversation with one of England’s most gifted backs. Don’t miss it! 🔥

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, opens with a heartfelt tribute to Lewis Moody following the devastating news of his MND diagnosis.

Phil Vickery shares personal memories, and the panel reflects on Lewis’s impact on the game and the outpouring of support that’s followed.

Rugby League takes centre stage as Mike McMeeken and Martin Offiah join Phil Vickery, Scott Quinnell and Tom Shanklin to mark the return of the Ashes. Offiah looks ahead to England vs Australia and why the rivalry still matters, while McMeeken gives his take on the current squad, who to watch, and what to expect from this new era of international league.

The panel also debates the biggest differences between league and union, and why so many players—like Sam Burgess, Jason Robinson and Scott himself—made the switch.

Martin Offiah looks back on his favourite game and opens up about watching his son Tyler rise through the ranks. With Super League Final predictions and memories from Wembley, this is an episode full of passion, insight, and proper rugby league respect.

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00:00 - Rugby League Opener

01:45 - Emotional Lewis Moody Tribute

07:44 - Teaser

08:45 - Rugby League Quiz

13:00 - Ashes Return to Rugby League

19:58 - Predictions & Mal Meninga

23:34 - Ones to Watch & What To Expect

27:52 - Super League Grand Final

29:24 - NRL vs Super League Debate

32:50 - Rugby Union vs League

37:38 - Rise of Women’s Rugby League

39:00 - Grand Final Predictions

42:00 - Mike McMeeken’s Introduction to Rugby

46:35 - Rugby League Scene

50:31 - Mike McMeeken’s Biggest Challenges

52:10 - Martin Offiah’s Greatest Moments

55:40 - Scott Quinnell’s Rugby League Career

56:45 - Scott’s Favourite Offiah Moments

01:00:19 - Community Questions

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