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Far away from the bright lights of international rugby, there is another version of the game played by ordinary blokes of all shapes, sizes and degrees of physical ability. Steven Gauge was the last person anyone would expect to find on a rugby field, being somewhat shorter than average, bespectacled and decidedly “unsporty”. But as a gentleman of a certain age when strange life choices are sometimes made, Steven chose to pick up a rugby ball and run with it.

Welsh brawn, all black mystique, South African power, Australian courage, Celtic grit, English resolve: all have given us occasions to remember. Moments of courage and resistance, moments of passion and pride. Moments when a flash of brilliance or collective determination helped turn the game one way or another. Moments when the best proved they are the best, and times when the unsung had their moment in the spotlight. These are rugby's greatest moments.

Martin Bayfield has a story to tell. Indeed, some might describe it as a very tall story. Standing at 6ft 10ins, the former England and British and Irish Lions second row remains one of the tallest players ever to have played international rugby, and his immense physical stature made him one of the most destructive forwards in the world game. He played for England during one of the most successful eras in English rugby, winning two Grand Slams alongside legendary players such as Will Carling, Jeremy Guscott, Brian Moore and Rory Underwood.

In late 2024 Ireland, a nation of just 7 million people, stood at the top of rugby union's world rankings. Ireland's rise to such an exalted position has been the great triumph of rugby's professional era. For a nation that fought tooth and nail to keep the game amateur, their progress since 2000 has been extraordinary. The trophies, once so rare in Irish rugby hands, have become almost commonplace. Grand Slams, Six Nations Championships, Triple Crowns have all stood in the IRFU offices in Dublin.

An exclusive look at England Rugby from a former player with a unique perspective. Nobody has spent as much time in the front line of rugby union's first two dramatic decades of professionalism - as a player, coach and administrator (blazer) - as Rob Andrew, or taken as much flak, all this in the wake of one of the most distinguished and successful of England Rugby playing careers.

At the age of 16, a boy amongst men, Andy Farrell made his first-team debut for Wigan Warriors – and became a father for the first time. At 18, he won his first senior international cap. At 21, he won his first Man of Steel Award for the Super League player of the year. He went on to win the Golden Boot award for world player of the year.

#1 Rugby Podcast. Host- Sam Lear New episodes out every Sunday at 16.30. All Things Rugby Union. All Year Round. Send in any questions or reviews that you may have to- jatamauls@gmail.com Instagram- @jackalstacklesandmauls TikTok- @no1rugbypodcast

Join Rugby Commentator Brad Hudson on the Huddy Hui on Huddy Sports he and others interview local, national and international rugby players, administrators, coaches and other sporting personalities.Huddy Sports proudly sponsored by Michael Pinfold Plumbing and Drainlaying LTD and Louise Reddy NZ Travel Brokers.

Ashes Rugby League is a podcast dedicated to previewing the most anticipated international series in two decades! Join Lee Addison and John Davidson for analysis, news, interviews with guests, history lessons and lots more to help whet your appetite for the 2025 series between England and Australia!Lee is an Englishman who has coached at NRL clubs and lived in Australia a LONG time. John is an Australian journalist based in the UK for many a year!You can find and reach out to Lee at rugbyleaguecoach.com.au and John on X at @johnnyddavidson

Het jy al ooit gewonder hoe 50 000 ekstatiese ondersteuners op die paviljoen klink of wat dit beteken om ’n Springbokbaadjie in jou kas te hê? In die aanloop tot die Rugbywêreldbeker het die joernalis Hendrik Hancke die land deurkruis om met oud-Springbokke, provinsiale spelers, breiers en ’n rugbyskrywer te gesels oor hul liefde vir rugby. Hulle deel persoonlike oorwinnings en teleurstellings, die lesse wat rugby hulle al geleer het, spesiale kleedkamer-oomblikke en stories oor wat van die veld af gebeur.

The first autobiography from legendary Welsh rugby player George North. George North is a true legend of Welsh rugby, an integral part of the national team for fourteen years. Recently retired from the international game, he is the third-most-capped player in Welsh history with 121 Test appearances, the youngest player ever to reach 100 caps, and the second-highest try scorer with 47. At club level, he has played for the Scarlets, Northampton and Ospreys, and latterly Provence in France.

In the 1950s and 1960s one man dominated rugby coaching like no other: Roy Francis. He led teams to championships and Wembley finals, revolutionised the art of coaching and inspired his players to incredible achievements. But even more amazingly for those times, he was a Black man in a white world. Through archives, family members’ accounts and former players’ memories, Roy Francis tells the story of a family’s journey from slavery to sporting success, and of a remarkable man who defied prejudice to reach the pinnacle of rugby as a player, coach and leader.

Join us for a fun, relaxed show of rugby news and banter with some very special guests!

Your go-to source for the international LGBTQ+ rugby community. Hosted by Jack Higgins and Ozzie Luna of Los Angeles Rebellion Rugby, this podcast explores the world of inclusive sports, rugby news, and the stories behind players making waves in the sport. Born from the success of the Los Angeles Rebellion Rugby team's social media, The Gay Rugby Podcast celebrates the intersection of rugby and LGBTQ+ inclusivity. From The Bingham Cup to international gay rugby events, Jack and Ozzie share insights, interviews, and updates from the global rugby scene.

Jim Daly & Kenzie Benali go beneath the surface with sporting heroes talking all about their highs and their lows, and some of the inspirations that helped them along their sporting journey, with a whole group of different guests joining them from Olympians, Paralympians, Premier League winners, England Netball Roses, Rugby stars and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Podcast about the sport of Rugby League Football.This is closely linked to the League Express newspaper and the Totalrl.com website.

#1 Rugby Podcast.New episodes out every Sunday at 16.30.All things Rugby Union.All year round.Send in any reviews or questions- jatamauls@gmail.com Instagram- @jacklestacklesandmaulsTikTok- @no1rugbypodcast

Put the kettle on, because tea is about to be spilled. Olympic rugby player Ilona Maher is letting her hair down alongside her sisters, “Girl Dinner” creator Olivia Maher and human rights advocate Adrianna “Dre Baby” Maher. From the field to the dinner table, the sisters tackle everything from getting curves to going viral to Nancy Meyers movies. Whether you need a soft place to land or a minute to touch grass, there’s no place like the House of Maher. New episodes release every Tuesday. A Wave Original. Presented by Dunkin'.

“The Wests Tigers never lose. We either WIN or we LEARN.”- Benji (...probably)Over the past few years, we’ve learned a lot… but now we’re ready to teach. Join Hammy and Mort as we follow the Tigers on their quest to crack back into the top 16.Like the Wests Tigers over the past few seasons, we don’t take ourselves too seriously.We’re not interested in board in-fighting or merger politics – we’re only interested in backing the boys in and making the top 16.Each week we’ll look at how the Tiges performed, and what they need to do to keep their winning streak going. We’ll ...

NRL Podcast, Just 4 out of shape armchair critics talking everything dribble about rugby league.