Get ready to see the side of Dave Kilcoyne you've never seen before!

In this week's deeply personal and entertaining episode, Luke sits down with the main man himself, 56-time Ireland international Dave Kilcoyne, to put the renowned Munster prop under the microscope. We get the real, unfiltered story of "Killer" from the very beginning.

Dave opens up on his incredible journey, starting with his earliest rugby memories at Ardscoil Rís, the influential coaches who shaped his career, and the challenging transition to becoming an an established Ireland international.

But it's not all about the scrum. Dave doesn't hold back, detailing the intense difficulties behind the scenes at the 2019 Rugby World Cup and the moments that truly tested him, specifically addressing life under Joe Schmidt's strict regime.

Plus, you'll hear the side-splitting tales you won't find anywhere else:

• The greatest pranks he pulled during his playing days.
• The infamous time he had trouble with law enforcement after impersonating a member of the Garda during his early days at Munster.
• The hilarious story of stealing a drink from golf major winner Shane Lowry in a nightclub.
• A deep dive into the best characters he's ever shared a dressing room with.

If you're a fan of Munster Rugby, Ireland Rugby, or the Joe Schmidt era, this is a must-listen!

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In Episode 3 of What The Ruck, Irish rugby legend Brent Pope joins Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney for an unfiltered trip down memory lane. From the golden era of RTÉ punditry to the modern heartbreak of World Cup exits, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Brent opens up about his iconic (and often explosive) on-screen partnership with George Hook, revealing the truth behind their clashes and the friendship that underpinned the madness. The lads also debate the greatest foreign imports to ever grace the Irish provinces—who takes the top spot: Isa Nacewa, Doug Howlett, or Ruan Pienaar?

Plus, Dave Kilcoyne reflects on the 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-final defeat to the All Blacks.

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Simon Zebo holds nothing back in Episode 2 of What The Ruck!

The Irish rugby legend joins his old Munster teammate Dave Kilcoyne and host Luke Delaney for an incredibly honest chat about the highs and lows of his career.

Simon speaks openly about his shock at being sidelined by Joe Schmidt during the 2015 Rugby World Cup and reveals how he felt after being excluded from the Ireland squad when he moved to Racing 92 in the Top 14.

Plus, 'Killer' and 'Zebo' spill the beans on what the Munster camp was really like under Rassie Erasmus—the tactics, the culture, and the moments that defined that era. This is one you don't want to miss.

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