European rugby preview - 'Scarlets remain Wales' best hope on all fronts'

An analysis of Wales' summer squad and the latest regional takeover news: Matt Southcombe sits down with rugby expert Simon Thomas to analyse Wales' summer tour squad, discuss the latest regional takeover news and briefly look ahead to Rugby World Cup 2019. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

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A view from Australia and a Wales selection meeting: Sydney Morning Herald sports writer Tom Decent joins the podcast to discuss Australia's Rugby World Cup squad and give his views on Wales. Host Matt Southcombe is also joined by WalesOnline rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell, who discuss an... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

53 min listen

Wales' autumn squad reaction - 'There's so many big stories in this selection': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to dissect the announcement of the Wales squad for the upcoming autumn internationals, as well as look ahead to some more regional derbies this weekend. For information regarding your... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

41 min listen

'This is the best Scotland team Wales have faced since they last lost to them': Our rugby writers Andy Howell, Simon Thomas and Matt Southcombe sat down to discuss this weekends clash at Murrayfield. There are also sound bites from Alun Wyn Jones and Rob Howley. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

29 min listen

'I would have no qualms with Rhys Patchell starting at full-back against Scotland': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to discuss the Wales squad announcement ahead of the Six Nations, look back at round five of Europe and take a look at what each region needs to do to qualify this weekend. For... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

45 min listen

The Wales team to face France analysed: WalesOnline rugby writers Matt Southcombe, Simon Thomas and Andy Howell discuss the Wales team to face France this Saturday. They talk through the big selection decisions, including whether or not it is safe for Dan Biggar to play after suffering... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

25 min listen

'Cardiff Blues should be Wales' equivalent of Leinster or Leicester Tigers': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to discuss the regions' prospect ahead of the European double headers, as well as the latest news and updates on player and coaching recruitment for next season. For information... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

31 min listen

Agonising decisions, Ospreys fallout and Lions schedules: Ben James and Matthew Southcombe look over the contract situations of Thomas Young and Owen Williams and the big decisions they have facing them, while Mark Orders goes over the latest at the Ospreys after a busy week. Also on the agenda are British... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

53 min listen

Wales battles, rudderless Ospreys and our 2020 wishlist: Ben James, Simon Thomas and Andy Howell sit down for the first podcast of 2020. On the agenda is the two regional derbies coming up this weekend, the key Welsh battles in them and the problems that continue to affect the Ospreys. The guys also take a... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

45 min listen

Residency rules, PRO14 play-offs and the Gareth Anscombe saga: Ben James is joined by Andy Howell and Simon Thomas to look at the latest headlines in Welsh rugby - including whether Wales are "exploiting" the residency rules, the region's recruitment and PRO14 play-off hopes and the latest in the Gareth Anscombe... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

54 min listen

Wales v England preview: 'Maybe last week's structured chaos is the best way to beat England at Twickenham': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look ahead to Wales' trip to Twickenham to face England in the Six Nations this weekend, as well as the situation at the Arms Park with the Cardiff Blues. For information regarding... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

35 min listen

'It's the right policy but it's not been done in the right way': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to discuss the new Welsh Rugby Union selection policy and what it means for Rhys Webb as well as looking ahead to the region's European fixtures this weekend. For information regarding... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

37 min listen

Wales v Italy team reaction, Mike Phillips and George North: Host Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Matthew Southcombe to discuss Wales' team selection for their opening Six Nations clash with Italy. Former Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips gives his verdict on the tournament and Wales' chances. For... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

30 min listen

'Scarlets may have first refusal but you can honestly see George North going to the Dragons': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to discuss all the talking points from the Welsh Rugby Union's briefing with Marytn Phillips and Gareth Davies, as well as looking forward to the Boxing Day derbies. For information... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

36 min listen

Episode 76 How the Duke can save Test cricket: Simon Hughes and Simon Mann unearth news from Australia where the locals approve of the English made Dukes ball and believe it will help preserve the game See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. by The Analyst Inside Cricket

32 min listen

"Even though we dominated the first-half, you never truly believed we would win that match": Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to pick the bones out of yet another Wales defeat to the All Blacks and look ahead to the final match of the autumn against South Africa. For information regarding your data privacy,... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

35 min listen

Rob Howley bombshell: How it happened, what's going on next and what it all means: Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe in Japan for an emergency podcast as Rob Howley is sent home from the World Cup for an alleged betting breach. The whole timeline of the scandal is discussed, as well as what happens next and what it means for... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

19 min listen

The Third Test Preview!: Tim Cocker hosts the final Lions Daily before the 3rd and deciding test match between South Africa and the British and Irish Lions.He is joined by former Springbok, Franco Smith. Who was also an Assistant coach with South Africa alongside Rassie Era... by talkSPORT Lions Daily

45 min listen

The World Cup preview: Every pool assessed, key players and predictions: Host Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to preview the World Cup. Every pool is analysed, key players marked out and predictions made. Matthew Southcombe also gives us an update from Japan. For information regarding your data... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

56 min listen

The Cricket Collective - England Prepare For South Africa; Simon Harmer Exclusive & What Does Boult's Release Mean For International Cricket?: Neil Manthorp and Steve Harmison discuss the week's biggest stories! by Following On Cricket Podcast

54 min listen

The Old Rivalry reignited: Chris Woakes and Adam Gilchrist join Simon Hughes and Simon Mann to preview the Royal London one day series between England and Australia See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. by The Analyst Inside Cricket

43 min listen

Unchanged Wales, more high tackle controversy and why the Wallabies are circling the wagons: Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe, Simon Thomas and Sydney Morning Herald Georgina Robinson to look at Wales and Australia's teams ahead of their Rugby World Cup clash. There's also more on the continued headlines being given to high tackles... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

52 min listen

'Two wins and new faces was the bare minimum this autumn but lack of tries a worry': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look back on Wales final autumn international against South Africa and see where Warren Gatland's men stand after the campaign. For information regarding your data privacy, visit... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

35 min listen

The one after Australia! and other stuff: Welsh Rugby, Dragons, Cardiff, Ospreys, Scarlets, Rugby World Cup by Welsh Regional Rugby Appreciation Podcast

76 min listen

North London Is Ours: F*** off back to Woolwich, North London is ours. Glory Glory Tottenham Hotspur.That aside, we speak with Football London's Sam Inkersole about West Ham on Friday. by Rule The Roost - A Tottenham Hotspur Podcast

80 min listen

The inquest into Wales' dismal defeat to Australia: Wales were well beaten by an Australia side who were on a different planet at the Principality Stadium yesterday.Rugby writers Andy Howell and Simon Thomas take a look at where it all went wrong. For information regarding your data privacy, visit... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

23 min listen

TFW Daily - Sri Lanka v Australia, Galle Day 1 by The Final Word Cricket Podcast

23 min listen

Episode 190 - Ashes Preview: England: All over it like a towel on a sunbed.On the pod this week, Adam and Tony conclude their award-winning two-part Ashes preview with a thorough rundown of England's prospects. Is the Compton/Root switch a sensible move, or a bit of a gamble? Will P... by World Cricket Show

52 min listen

Australia spoil Broad's parade by The Analyst Inside Cricket

33 min listen

Festive fireworks, Cory Hill's year from hell and Justin Tipuric's future: Ben James, Matthew Southcombe and Simon Thomas sit down to look ahead to the first round of festive derbies, with John Mulvihill's fiery comments top of the agenda. Cory Hill also speaks about his year from hell and Justin Tipuric speaks about his... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

36 min listen

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European rugby preview - 'Scarlets remain Wales' best hope on all fronts'

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