"Even though we dominated the first-half, you never truly believed we would win that match"

'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

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

'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

'It's turning into a classic autumn for Wales - heroic defeats and uninspiring wins': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to discuss Wales' uninspiring 13-6 win over Georgia, the controversial late scrum drama and look ahead to the All Blacks. For information regarding your data privacy, visit... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

35 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

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

Semi-final heartbreak, missed opportunities and Warren Gatland: Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to pick apart Wales' agonising 19-16 defeat to South Africa in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals. We also hear the post-match thoughts of Wales coach Warren Gatland and captain Alun Wyn Jones. For... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

40 min listen

Wales v France reaction: Title hopes over: WalesOnline rugby wrtiers Ben James, Andy Howell and Simon Thomas sift through the wreckage of Wales' 23-27 defeat to France on Saturday. All the big talking points are discussed from the Paul Willemse slap down to the pivotal scrum right at the end... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

31 min listen

Clean sweeps, the talismanic Alun Wyn Jones and the contrasting fortune of Ellis Jenkins: Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe and Andy Howell to look back over Wales' 20-11 win over South Africa, pick apart the autumn campaign and choose their players, finds and moments of the autumn. For information regarding your data privacy,... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

40 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

Wales v Australia reaction: Nerveless Patchell, Gareth Davies and James Hook's verdict: Ben James is joined by Wales and Ospreys star James Hook to look back on Wales' 29-25 victory over Australia in the World Cup. Simon Thomas and Andy Howell also offer their thoughts and analysis. For information regarding your data privacy, visit... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

42 min listen

'Josh Adams is surely the form Welsh winger ahead of the Six Nations - he has been spectacular': Ben James is joined by rugby writer Simon Thomas to preview to the final round of Welsh derbies, as well as take a look at the injury crisis facing Wales coach Warren Gatland ahead of the Six Nations. For information regarding your data privacy,... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

28 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

Wales v Georgia reaction: Bonus point start, Howley backlash and Cory Hill bombshell: Host Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look back over Wales' 43-14 win over Georgia in their opening Rugby World Cup match. Cory Hill's injury latest is also discussed. For information regarding your data privacy, visit... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

37 min listen

Wales v Fiji reaction: Quarter-final spot, Super Typhoon and injury worries: Ben James is joined by RugbyPass writer Owain Jones, as well as podcast regulars Simon Thomas and Andy Howell, to look back on Wales' 29-17 win over Fiji that secured their place in the World Cup quarter-finals. With yellow cards, disallowed tries,... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

42 min listen

Fourth place, missing defence and the end of the Gatland era: Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look over Wales' 40-17 defeat against New Zealand in Japan and reflect on the end of the Warren Gatland era. Wales' defensive issues and the World Cup final are also on the agenda. For... 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

Ellis Jenkins Live podcast: A night at the Arms Park with the Cardiff Blues and Wales flanker: Ben James, Simon Thomas, Andy Howell and Jon Doel are joined by Cardiff Blues and Wales flanker Ellis Jenkins for a very special live edition of the podcast at the Cardiff Arms Park. In front of a live audience, they look ahead to Wales v South... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

68 min listen

Jonathan Davies, Stephen Jones and Josh Adams talk Six Nations: Host Ben James and Simon Thomas are joined by former Wales international Jonathan Davies to talk about the players he expects to shine in the Six Nations. We also hear from Wales attack coach Stephen Jones and winger Josh Adams. For information... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

31 min listen

England defeat, a blatant red card and genital grabbing: Ben James is joined by Andy Howell and Simon Thomas to pick the bones from Wales' 33-30 defeat to England at Twickenham. Red cards, angry coaches and Joe Marler's antics are all on the menu. Follow us on Twitter @WelshRugbyPod For information... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

23 min listen

European rugby preview - 'Scarlets remain Wales' best hope on all fronts': Matt Southcombe is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to discuss the Welsh derbies last weekend.The team also look forward to the upcoming European rugby action whilst discussing all the other big news in Welsh rugby. For... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

50 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

Ireland v Wales reaction: An exposed defence but all is not lost: Rugby writers Matt Southcombe and Andy Howell are joined by Ben James from Dublin to react to Wales defeat to Ireland. The panel discuss the game's controversial moments, the set piece, Wales' exposed defence and the positives in defeat. For... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

31 min listen

Episode 53 The Ashes day 8: Was this the day England sacrificed the urn?: England's fragile batting lest England down again, and despite the bowlers' impressive fight back, Australia are in charge. Simon Hughes and Simon Mann discuss England's chances. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. by The Analyst Inside Cricket

18 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

'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

Road To The Ashes EP5: Jonny Bairstow & Jimmy Anderson Exclusives & Damien Fleming's Ashes Moments!: Simon O'Donnell and Steve Harmison build up to the start of this summer's Ashes series by Following On Cricket Podcast

52 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

Gareth Anscombe, Shaun Edwards and which region is going to qualify for Europe: On this week's podcast, Ben James, Andy Howell and Simon Thomas talk about the Gareth Anscombe saga being put to bed by the fly-half swapping the Cardiff Blues for the Ospreys, Shaun Edwards staying with Wales, the next Dragons coach and which region... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

44 min listen

What's going wrong at the Ospreys, gritty Scarlets and Wales hopefuls: Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to go over the weekend's rugby action. The Ospreys' early-season crisis, the Scarlets' impressive form, the Dragons' promising signs and the Cardiff Blues' much-needed confidence boost are all on the... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

46 min listen

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"Even though we dominated the first-half, you never truly believed we would win that match"

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