What The Ruck

Former Ireland, Leinster, and Ulster back-row Jordi Murphy joins Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney for an unmissable chat on Episode 6 of What The Ruck. Get ready for the unfiltered stories you won't hear anywhere else. Jordi details his massive move from Leinster Rugby to Ulster Rugby to secure more starts and a regular spot in the national setup. He chats about the emotion behind his career-changing ACL injury suffered in 2016 after scoring Ireland's opening try in the historic win against the All Blacks in Chicago. Jordi also speaks about his new career as a rugby agent and the transition to life after professional sport. Dave and Jordi also discuss their time as teammates in the Irish camp, and we put Jordi to the test to pick his dream pack from his provincial days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave and Luke are back for Episode 5 of talkSPORT Ireland's What The Ruck podcast! In this must-listen episode, Dave gives his detailed verdict on Ireland's mixed Autumn Nations Series campaign. We dive deep into the performance of the Springboks in Dublin , with Dave dissecting just what made the South Africa side so impressive and physically dominant. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Dave discusses Rassie Erasmus’ tactics , drawing parallels to the South Africa head coach's influential days with Munster Rugby . Did his provincial philosophy translate to World Cup success? Looking ahead, the lads break down the long-term 2027 World Cup plan. What approach should Andy Farrell take when it comes to blooding new players ? They discuss potential new options for the Ireland front row and debate the burning question on every Irish rugby fan's lips: Jack Crowley or Sam Prendergast for the future number 10 jersey? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Conor Murray joins his great mate Dave Kilcoyne for the series premiere of What The Ruck! Get ready for hilarious, untold changing room stories and tour secrets. Conor also gets candid on his "far from perfect" relationship with Graham Rowntree, life under Joe Schmidt's strict regime, and the Sexton vs. O'Gara debate. Hosted by Dave Kilcoyne & Luke Delaney, What The Ruck is brought to you by talkSPORT Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready for a brand new, off-the-cuff, peak behind the scenes at life as an international rugby player? Well this is the show for you. Former Munster and Ireland prop Dave Kilcoyne has played with and against some of the best of all time, but now, he's sitting behind the mic, asking the killer questions, to special guests every week. Dave joins Luke Delaney in studio to chat to his former teammates, opponents and much more over the course of talkSPORT Ireland's latest series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.