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The Counter Ruck

The Counter Ruck

By: The Irish Times
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A rugby podcast from The Irish Times, presented by Nathan Johns with regular panelists John O'Sullivan, Gordon D'Arcy and Gerry Thornley.


Produced in association with Ohk Energy.

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

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Episodes
  • Who to look out for in Ireland U20s at the World Cup

    Who to look out for in Ireland U20s at the World Cup
    Jun 26 2026

    No Irish senior rugby this weekend but Ireland U20s do get their World Cup campaign underway in Georgia on Saturday.


    John O’Sullivan joins Nathan Johns to pick through the players to keep an eye on and Ireland’s hopes while we also look back on the 10-year anniversary of the stellar Ireland group that both beat New Zealand and reached the U20s World Cup final.


    Produced by John Casey.

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    24 mins
  • Why is Leo Cullen leaving Leinster?

    Why is Leo Cullen leaving Leinster?
    Jun 22 2026

    Monday saw Leinster announce that Leo Cullen will leave the province once his contract expires at the end of next season.


    Gerry Thornley joins Nathan Johns to pick through why he’s going and who could replace Cullen atop the Leinster tree.


    Produced by John Casey.

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    17 mins
  • Leinster win back-to-back URC titles

    Leinster win back-to-back URC titles
    Jun 19 2026

    Reaction: Leinster outclass the Bulls to win URC crown

    Gordon D’Arcy and Nathan Johns pick through Leinster’s URC final victory over the Bulls.


    After Champions Cup disappointment in Bilbao, Leo Cullen’s side have ended the year with silverware after a comprehensive victory over the South African outfit.

    Produced by John Casey.

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    22 mins
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