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.

  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    RG Snyman the ‘poster boy’ for a Leinster/Munster rivalry back up and running
    On this episode of the Left Wing, Sinéad Kissane and David Kelly joined Luke Fitzgerald to preview this weekend’s pair of Interpro derbies, with Munster set to travel to a boisterous Croke Park on Saturday. The team give their verdicts for both games, discuss whether emotion can benefit Munster in GAA HQ, and ask what impact RG Snyman will have.

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    8 October 2024, 3:45 pm
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    The Paul O’Connell interview - Introducing Indo Sport
    We want to introduce Indo Daily listeners to our brand-new sister podcast, Indo Sport. It’s free, it’s daily Monday to Friday and features the best sporting analysis from across the country, with veteran sports broadcaster Joe Molloy at the helm. In this episode Joe sits down with Irish rugby legend Paul O'Connell for an in-depth discussion. From fishing, changing room speeches and coaching in the modern era, and how does O'Connell look back on his career? Subscribe to Indo Sport, wherever you get your podcast.

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    5 October 2024, 1:00 am
  • 52 minutes 28 seconds
    Ireland's win over Black Ferns can be a ‘catalyst’ - and so can Munster’s loss
    On this episode of the Left Wing, Sinéad Kissane and David Kelly joined Luke Fitzgerald in the aftermath of a historic victory by the Irish women over New Zealand in the WXV series in Canada. The team also debate the wisdom of players going to places like France to further their career, talk about Johnny Sexton’s new book, and ask if Munster can bounce back from a damaging defeat.

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    1 October 2024, 7:11 pm
  • 50 minutes 46 seconds
    Ireland on top of the world as ‘sloppy’ Munster win interpro thriller
    On this episode of the Left Wing, Rúaidhrí O’Connor joined Luke Fitzgerald to break down the first week of URC action, and ask if Leinster are using their resources correctly at this stage of the season.  Also: what to like about Munster and Connacht after early-doors thriller; is the Emerging Ireland tour fit for purpose; South Africa drop to put Ireland on top of the world.

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    24 September 2024, 6:29 pm
  • 55 minutes 48 seconds
    New season but same selection dilemmas for Irish 10s
    The 2024/25 season is upon us and so is the new season of the Left Wing. Rúaidhrí O’Connor joined Luke Fitzgerald to assess where expectations lie in each Irish province ahead of the URC’s kick-off. Also: what to do about Ireland’s Number 10s; Simon Easterby announced as interim Ireland head coach; How Andy Farrell’s absence will be felt.

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    17 September 2024, 7:35 pm
  • 44 minutes 40 seconds
    We select our Lions Test team to take on Australia
    On the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast, Luke Fitzgerald, Cian Tracey and Will Slattery select their Lions team to take on Australia next summer. With Andy Farrell set to coach the team down under, the lads speculate as to how much that will benefit the Irish players. Luke think Jack Crowley could well be the starting out-half while everyone agrees that it will be a big season for Garry Ringrose.

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    30 July 2024, 2:30 pm
  • 50 minutes 2 seconds
    Ireland's U-20 logjam, Keenan vs Osborne and the Jordie Barrett question
    Luke Fitzgerald, Cian Tracey and Will Slattery answer readers' questions on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. How to give gametime to Ireland's U-20 talent, where Leinster should play Jordie Barrett and whether there is pressure on Paul O'Connell are all topics of discussion. The lads then finish off by asking whether Hugo Keenan should regain his Ireland place in November or if Jamie Osborne should hold onto the 15 jersey.

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    24 July 2024, 12:10 am
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Ciaran Frawley's future, Ireland's achievement and Andy Farrell's triumph
    Ruaidhri O'Connor joins Luke Fitzgerald and Will Slattery to reflect on Ireland's famous win over South Africa on the latest episode of The Left Wing podcast. Ciaran Frawley was the hero with a late drop goal and once again his future at Leinster is a big topic of discussion. The lads break down Ireland's stellar first half, South Africa's comeback and the key role Andy Farrell played in the victory.

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    17 July 2024, 12:05 am
  • 33 minutes 54 seconds
    Instant reaction: Ciaran Frawley drop goal seals famous win in South Africa
    Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey joined Will Slattery to digest Ireland's famous win in South Africa after Ciaran Frawley's late drop goal.

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    13 July 2024, 7:27 pm
  • 22 minutes 14 seconds
    Ireland team reaction - Andy Farrell drops Peter O'Mahony for Springboks rematch
    Ruaidhri O'Connor joins Will Slattery to discuss the Ireland team announcement and Andy Farrell's decision to drop Peter O'Mahony for the second Test against the Springboks.

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    11 July 2024, 3:16 pm
  • 56 minutes 35 seconds
    Caelan Doris vs Luke Pearce, Irish mistakes and South Africa's new style
    Ireland's relationship with referees is in the spotlight after the opening Test match defeat to the Springboks on Saturday. Luke Fitzgerald and Ruaidhri O'Connor joined Will Slattery on The Left Wing podcast, with Caelan Doris' interactions with referee Luke Pearce a major discussion point. South Africa's more attacking style of play also caught the eye, although Luke thinks it might be a mistake for the Springboks to move too far away from a power game. The lads finish off by looking ahead to the second Test in Durban this Saturday and discuss what changes Andy Farrell might make after a suffering a number of injuries on Saturday

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    10 July 2024, 12:00 am
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