The Left Wing

Irish Independent

The biggest stories in Irish rugby with our team of writers and experts, including Rúaidhrí O'Connor, Cian Tracey, Will Slattery, Sineád Kissane and Luke Fitzgerald. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, expert opinion and post-match comment we have every position covered. From in-depth analysis to team news and post-match analysis we have every position covered.

  • 53 minutes 36 seconds
    Garry Ringrose the winger, Jack Crowley bounces back and the Six Nations looms large
    Rúaidhrí O'Connor was on the phone from Rome in this week's episode of the Left Wing as he checked in from the Six Nations launch event in the Italian capital. This week, Will, Luke and Rúaidhrí break down Leinster's path to the Champions Cup final after their win over Bath, discuss their backline selection dilemmas, and ask if Garry Ringrose is the right fit on the wing.

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    21 January 2025, 4:49 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Leinster's ferocious defence, game management issues and Munster's comeback
    Luke and Will are joined by Jonathan Bradley of BBC Northern Ireland to break down a thrilling weekend of Champions Cup action. The panel start by looking back on Leinster's dramatic win in La Rochelle, before moving on to Munster's vital victory over Saracens at Thomond Park. Ulster's collapse against Leicester and Connacht's Challenge Cup ambitions are up for discussion too.

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    14 January 2025, 3:22 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Champions Cup blockbusters, Tom O'Toole's harsh ban and rugby's new rules
    Luke Fitzgerald and BBC Sport's Jonathan Bradley join Will Slattery as the Irish provinces gear up for this weekend's European action. The team break down Leinster's daunting journey to La Rochelle, why Saracens may be able to get past Munster, and take a look at Ulster and Connacht's clashes.

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    7 January 2025, 7:41 pm
  • 56 minutes 40 seconds
    Leinster's defence, Harry Byrne's move and Ulster's timely win
    The festive Interpro action is all on the menu for Will Slattery and Luke Fitzgerald for the final Left Wing of 2024. The team give their verdicts on Munster's Jack Crowley decision, Leinster's defence ahead of the Champions Cup, and on a surprisingly strong performance for Ulster in their victory over Connacht. We'd like to wish all out listeners a Happy New Year!

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    31 December 2024, 2:54 pm
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Lineout disaster, Munster mauled and RG Snyman restrictions
    Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery are joined by Cian Tracey, who has returned from Munster’s defeat in Castres with stories of off-field treats and on-field disappointment for the Irish province. The team break down the changing fortunes of Jack Crowley and Sam Prendergast, talk through the work Munster have left to do in the Champions Cup, and how the lineout issues in Leinster are jarring.

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    17 December 2024, 8:08 pm
  • 55 minutes 58 seconds
    How Jordie Barrett changes Leinster’s back line | Munster’s chance in France
    Luke Fitzgerald joins Will Slattery after the opening weekend of Champions Cup action where the performances of RG Snyman and Jordie Barrett put a spanner in the works of Leinster’s team selection process going forward, where Will believes the team’s use of a ‘bomb squad’ may not be so wise. Meanwhile, the lads break down Ulster’s chances ahead of their home game to Bordeaux, and react to the news that Mike Prendergast has applied for the Munster job

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    10 December 2024, 7:40 pm
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    Ireland's issues, lineout struggles and Champions Cup preview
    Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery are joined by Jonathan Bradley of BBC NI to give the full review of Ireland’s Autumn Nations Series. The team break down why Ireland looked ‘clunky’ and how the lack of lineout specialists hurt them. The team also weigh in on how Andy Farrell has managed Ireland’s 10s - with an eye for who will start for the provinces in the Champions Cup this weekend.

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    3 December 2024, 7:31 pm
  • 28 minutes 6 seconds
    Instant Reaction: Gus McCarthy gets it done but Ireland need work before Six Nations
    Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey join Sinead Kissane in the Aviva Stadium to break down Ireland’s final Autumn Series game, a late victory against Joe Schmidt’s Australia. Coverage of the Autumn Series on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia.

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    30 November 2024, 8:38 pm
  • 20 minutes 43 seconds
    Eoin Toolan Interview | Life inside Joe Schmidt’s Australia camp
    Wallabies Head of Analysis & Skills Coach Eoin Toolan joins Will to give his insights into life as a coach in the Australia set-up, including how he deals with the analytical nature of Joe Schmidt, dealing with the burdens of getting messages to the field, and the challenge of attracting Aussie talent to rugby union.

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    28 November 2024, 1:05 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Ireland’s good vibes, red card controversy and Joe Schmidt returns
    Cian Tracey, Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery assemble after an Ireland performance that has the world putting Sam Prendergast under the microscope ahead of Australia’s visit. The team ask what Leinster’s 10 pecking order should be, break down what threat Joe Schmidt’s might pose … and some memories of training with Cian Healy come flooding back for Luke.

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    26 November 2024, 7:45 pm
  • 40 minutes 39 seconds
    Ireland dispel Fiji threat with emphatic eight-try display — Post-match reaction — Ireland 52-17 Fiji
    Ruaidhri O'Connor & Cian Tracey join Sinead Kissane to debrief events at The Aviva Stadium after Ireland racked up eight tries in a convincing victory over Fiji.

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    23 November 2024, 11:20 pm
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