'Two wins and new faces was the bare minimum this autumn but lack of tries a worry'

"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

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' 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

'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

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

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 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

Episode 300a: England triumph in Galle and Andrew Strauss talks captaincy, World Cup and Warne: Simon Hughes and Simon Mann reflect on England's victory in Galle and an in-depth interview with Sir Andrew Strauss on the Ashes, captaincy and the World Cup See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. by The Analyst Inside Cricket

48 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

Grand Slam special: Deadly Anscombe, awesome Alun Wyn and why Gatland is like David Bowie: Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look back on Wales' Grand Slam after their 25-7 win over Ireland, with Alun Wyn Jones, Gareth Anscombe and comparisons between Warren Gatland and David Bowie on the agenda. For information... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

34 min listen

Wales v New Zealand teams, haka fines and what the future holds: Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look at Warren Gatland's last ever Wales team as the Kiwi named his 23 for Friday's match with New Zealand. There's plenty else on the agenda, with the World Cup final, England's haka fine and... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

38 min listen

Wales v South Africa preview: George North in the centre, 'bitter and twisted' critics and why the Springboks aren't what they used to be: Ben James is joined by Andy Howell to discuss the Wales team named to face South Africa, disect Warren Gatland's quotes and preview this weekend's Washington clash against the Springboks. For information regarding your data privacy, visit... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

34 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

World Cup semi-finals, red cards and plenty of nerves: Ben James and Simon Thomas sit down to catch their breath and take stock as Wales secured their place in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with a dramatic win over France in Oita. There's plenty to talk about as we reflect on a second quarter-final win... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

31 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

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 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

England v Australia: Jon Norman and Steve Harmison with the fall out from another painful defeat for England in the World Cup. This time against Australia at Lord's. Where do they go from here?  by Following On Cricket Podcast

26 min listen

Following On - World T20 Special 'England lose that winning feeling': Steve Harmison and Jon Norman look back at England's ten run loss to South Africa and an injury to Jason Roy which may rule him out of the tournament. by Following On Cricket Podcast

23 min listen

Following On - Ashes The Inquest: Does anybody know any good jokes? by Following On Cricket Podcast

31 min listen

Gatland, AWJ and the boys on Wales' win over Scotland: WalesOnline Rugby writers Ben James, Andy Howell and Matt Southcombe give their verdict on Wales' win over Scotland. We also hear from Wales head coach Warren Gatland and captain Alun Wyn Jones. For information regarding your data privacy, visit... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

46 min listen

The Rob Evans bombshell, carrying Cory and the World Cup squad verdict: Host Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe and Simon Thomas to react to the Wales 31-man squad named by Warren Gatland for the World Cup. The absence of Rob Evans and Samson Lee, Cory Hill's fitness and all the other tough decisions are all... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

35 min listen

Wales 14-13 France: 'There is depth at fly-half now, but we don't know if there's strength in that depth yet': Ben James is joined by rugby writers Simon Thomas and Matthew Southcombe to look back upon Wales' 14-13 win over France, as well as discuss their Six Nations campaign and look ahead to their tour of Argentina in the summer. For information regarding... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

38 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 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

Welcome back Sanjay, the miraculous recovery of Dan Biggar and Gav: Ben James, Simon Thomas and Matthew Southcombe sit down to look over the teams named for Wales' trip to Twickenham to face England this Saturday. The returns of Liam Williams and Josh Navidi are discussed, as is Dan Biggar's miraculous recovery. And... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

48 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

Dropping Moriarty, AWJ's record and learning from Australia v Fiji: Host Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas in the studio and Matthew Southcombe in Japan to look over Wales' team to face Georgia. Australia's win over Fiji is also looked at and what Warren Gatland will have learned from the clash between their pool... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

39 min listen

Unconvincing England, Women's ODI's, and Amelia Kerr, Kiwi tyro: Darren Gough and Jon Norman look at the action at the Oval and in Cardiff as an unconvincing England team go 2-0 up against Australia. They also look ahead to the remaining ODIs between England and the Aussies. Special guests include England cricketer ... by Following On Cricket Podcast

48 min listen

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'Two wins and new faces was the bare minimum this autumn but lack of tries a worry'

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