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What The Ruck

What The Ruck

By: talkSPORT Ireland
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He’s earned 56 caps for Ireland. He’s been in the dressing room for the biggest games and played against the world's best. Now, Dave Kilcoyne is pulling back the curtain.

Welcome to What The Ruck, the new podcast from talkSPORT Ireland. Join Dave and Luke Delaney as they tap into a black book of former teammates, rivals, and legends.

Forget the post-match clichés. This is the show for the stories you're not meant to hear: the dressing room fallouts, the secrets from tours, and the unfiltered reality of life as an international player.

If you want the real, raw stories from the heart of the game, join Dave Kilcoyne every week for What The Ruck.

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Episodes
  • What The Ruck: Episode 17 - Bernard Jackman

    What The Ruck: Episode 17 - Bernard Jackman
    May 20 2026
    What is going wrong at Munster? This week on What The Ruck, Luke Delaney and Dave Kilcoyne are joined by former Ireland international and premier rugby mind Bernard Jackman to deliver an honest, unfiltered assessment of Munster's current struggles on and off the pitch—and exactly how they get back to the top. The lads also break down Leinster’s massive Champions Cup final blueprint, look at the brilliant work Richie Murphy and Stuart Lancaster are doing at Ulster and Connacht, and review a drama-filled final round of the URC. Plus, stay tuned for some legendary, laugh-out-loud tales from Bernard's time coaching in France! In This Episode: What is going wrong at Munster? Killer & Bernard’s honest assessment Leinster’s Champions Cup Final blueprint 🏆 Richie Murphy & Stuart Lancaster: The Ulster & Connacht revolutions URC Final Round Review: Three Irish Provinces In The Top 8! Bernard’s wildest stories from playing and coaching in France! 🇫🇷

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    58 mins
  • What The Ruck: Episode 16 - Big John & Johnny Fisher

    What The Ruck: Episode 16 - Big John & Johnny Fisher
    Apr 23 2026

    BOSHHH! This week on What The Ruck, we’ve got the Romford Bull himself, Johnny Fisher, and the legendary Big John sitting down with Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney for a massive catch-up. This episode is all about the deep friendship between Dave and the lads, starting with the behind-the-scenes story of when the Fishers visited the Irish Rugby team camp back in 2023.

    Big John gets real about his weight loss journey and the discipline it takes to stay fit while supporting Johnny’s explosive heavyweight career. Speaking of the ring, Johnny talks about his journey to date and his massive ambitions to finally get over to Ireland for a major fight night.

    To keep things properly Irish, we ordered in a spread of Chinese food to see if a Spicebag and a 4-in-1 can actually get the Bosh seal of approval. Between the curry sauce and the chips, the lads also put their rugby knowledge to the test by building a dream Rugby XV made up entirely of professional boxing stars. It’s heavy hitters, heavyweight food, and a lot of laughs .



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    55 mins
  • What The Ruck: Episode 15 - Tadhg Furlong

    What The Ruck: Episode 15 - Tadhg Furlong
    Apr 16 2026

    Irish rugby legend Tadhg Furlong joins Dave Kilcoyne and Luke Delaney in the latest episode of What The Ruck. In one of his most candid interviews to date, Tadhg opens up about the highs and lows of the professional game and the personal journey that shaped the man behind the scrum.

    From his humble beginnings at New Ross RFC to becoming a cornerstone of the Ireland and British & Irish Lions squads, Tadhg shares hilarious stories from his childhood—including the "delicacy" of raw pig trotters—and reflects deeply on the emotional weight of losing his father during the 2023 World Cup.

    In this episode, we dive into:

    • The Ireland Camp: The current feeling within the group and where they stand in the World Cup cycle.
    • Coaching Legends: Honest insights into working under Joe Schmidt and Andy Farrell.
    • The Lions Legacy: Can Tadhg join the elite group of players to go on four tours?
    • Personal Roots: Growing up in Wexford and the unbreakable bond with his late father.


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    56 mins
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