Residency rules, PRO14 play-offs and the Gareth Anscombe saga

'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

'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

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

'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' 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

'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

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 69 The Ashes Autopsy: Simon Hughes and Simon Mann pore over the last rites of the Ashes as Australia seal their 4-0 triumph, and look at how England could prepare better next time See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. by The Analyst Inside Cricket

32 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

Why have the Scarlets gone backwards in Europe and is Bernard Jackman's time up at the Dragons?: Ben James and Andy Howell discuss the latest round of European rugby and how each of the four regions fared, as well as the new paybands to be introduced to Welsh rugby and the potential next Wales forwards coach. For information regarding your data... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

51 min listen

Biggar hits back, scrum problems and top of the world: Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look back at Wales' 13-6 victory over England in Cardiff. Dan Biggar's response to criticism, another concerning display in the scrum and Wales going top of the world rankings are all on the... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

41 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

'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 6 - a famous Australian suggests Joe Root's England will retain the Ashes: Simon Hughes and Simon Mann discuss Joe Root's elevation to the England captaincy, a renowned Australian batsman makes England favourites for the Ashes, and umpires get new powers in the redrafted Laws of Cricket See acast.com/privacy for privacy and... by The Analyst Inside Cricket

40 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

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

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

'Losing the captaincy could liberate Warburton... just look at Robshaw': Our experts give their verdict on Wales' Six Nations squad after Rob Howley revealed that Alun Wyn Jones will take over as captain from Sam Warburton. We also discuss what the regions have been up to in Europe recently. For information regarding your... by The Welsh Rugby Podcast

50 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

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

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

31 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

Following On - It's one apiece with one to play: #ENGvSA, 2nd Test, Day Three, Old Trafford by Following On Cricket Podcast

25 min listen

Episode 85 The humiliation of Australia and the humility of New Zealand: After the dramatic fall out of events in Cape Town, Simon Hughes and Simon Mann consider England's first day performance in Christchurch and Australia conceding they need to play like New Zealand See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out... by The Analyst Inside Cricket

28 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

Episode 83 Australia's cricketers reveal themselves as deluded cheats: Simon Hughes and Simon Mann are joined by Australian cricket writer Greg Baum to assess Australia's extraordinary admission of cheating in Cape Town. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. by The Analyst Inside Cricket

24 min listen

Episode 388 - Edgbaston Report by World Cricket Show

42 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

The white ball talent in England!: Simon Hughes and Simon Mann reflect on the news of the week - England's superb demolition of Pakistan and talk to Jos Buttler about keeping to Jimmy Anderson, new entrant to the 1000 wicket club See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. by The Analyst Inside Cricket

45 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

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