Ulster are back in action and... it didn't go as planned.We chat about Ulster’s opening game against Edinburgh and break down a real Jekyll-and-Hyde performance.We don’t shy away from the bad. However, there was a bit of good too, albeit far too late into the game.All that and more as we get stuck into the start of Ulster’s new season.

Lekkar! Ja! Head to https://squarespace.com/squidgerugby to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code SQUIDGERUGBY On Saturday, South Africa turned their series edge into a series win with a commanding, undeniable performance in Baltimore. We break down where it was won, how they did it, and why they should still keep half an eye on what the All Blacks are building... If you've enjoyed any of the channel's content, you can also support Squidge Rugby on Patreon by visiting https://www.patreon.com/SquidgeRugby, so I can fill more plates with beans

Kia Ora! Head to https://squarespace.com/squidgerugby to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code SQUIDGERUGBY Dave Rennie's New Zealand are officially up and running: A third consecutive win as they bowled over an Irish side who has given them a lot of trouble in past. So, how did the All Blacks prevent Ireland doing anything, what got their slick attack moving, and what is Ireland's one huge positive? If you've enjoyed any of the channel's content, you can also support Squidge Rugby on Patreon by visiting https://www.patreon.com/SquidgeRugby, so I can etc

I don't get Bath Rugby Club. In this video I will use highlights and analytics to explain why they shouldn't be as good as they are and what really makes them such a competitive rugby team (spoiler: Finn Russell helps). I’m going to investigate this bizarre contradiction of numbers verses reality. I’ll be asking if Johann van Graan doing something to break rugby statistics as we know them, or are Bath simply overrated? Then, at the end of the video, I’ll be saying something that English rugby fans are going to absolutely hate… Keywords: Bath Rugby season review, Bath Rugby highlights 2025, History of Bath Rugby, Best tries Bath Rugby, Bath Rugby interview, How good is Bath Rugby, Bath Rugby vs top teams, Finn Russell Bath Rugby, Bath Rugby academy / youth, Bath Rugby training #bath #rugby #prem #england #analysis #highlights #southafrica #dyson #explained Follow me on twitter: https://x.com/HuwGriffinRugby follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580910041103&sk=reels_tab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get full access to HG Rugby’s Substack at hgrugby.substack.com/subscribe

Ireland 36–20 Japan — Nations Championship Round 2 Wrap Pod Jeff is joined by David Cordial to break down Ireland’s bonus‑point win over Japan — a performance full of powerful carries, sharp attacking moments, and yet another worrying chapter in Ireland’s set‑piece story. We dig into: • Ireland’s lineout issues — miscommunication, overthrows, poor spacing, and why it’s now a genuine red flag • Japan’s first try: the overthrown ball, the missed tackles, and why elite teams will punish it even harder • Scrum inconsistency — penalties on our own feed, inexperienced combinations, and how Japan targeted O’Toole & Clarkson • Sean Jansen’s outstanding debut — carrying power, work rate, and a deserved try • McCloskey, Henshaw & Aki providing midfield punch and stability for a new 10 • Jimmy O’Brien’s class and Jamie Osborne’s assured performance at fullback • Ireland’s red‑zone defence — strong when set, but repeatedly undermined by set‑piece errors • Japan’s tempo, accuracy and Eddie Jones’ fingerprints all over their approach • Why Ireland must fix the basics before facing the All Blacks and Springboks later in the competition If you enjoy the wrap pod, hit Like, Subscribe, and leave your thoughts in the comments — especially your take on Ireland’s set‑piece and Jansen’s debut.

The data underlines how uncharacteristically disconnected Ireland were.

Hugo Keenan — Player of the Match Breakdown (Australia 31–33 Ireland) Jeff is joined by Ciarán Duffy (PostToPostSport) to dive deep into Hugo Keenan’s phenomenal performance in Sydney — a display that mixed defensive brilliance, attacking sharpness, and one of the most important tackles of Ireland’s season. We dig into: • The ankle‑tap tackle that saved a certain Wallaby try — and created a 14‑point swing • Why Keenan’s defensive reads, positioning and last‑ditch interventions are world‑class • His attacking value: support lines, extra metres, offloads, and finishing ability • The chemistry with Ringrose on the bonus‑point try • How Keenan’s return from injury is always instant — no warm‑up period, no drop in level • Why Ireland struggle massively without him, and the gap between him and the next options • Comparisons to the Rob Kearney era — reliability, consistency, and big‑moment impact • How Keenan fits into future back‑three combinations with Baloucoune, Hansen, Tommy O’Brien • Why he’s one of Ireland’s most important players heading into Japan and New Zealand If you enjoy the wrap pod, hit Like, Subscribe, and leave your thoughts in the comments — especially your take on Keenan’s performance and Ireland’s fullback depth.

I don't get Bath Rugby Club. Johann van Graan's side make no sense... they compel me, though. In this video I will use highlights and analytics to explain why they shouldn't be as good as they are and what really makes them such a competitive rugby team (spoiler: Finn Russell helps). I’m going to investigate this bizarre contradiction of numbers verses reality. I’ll be asking if Johann van Graan doing something to break rugby statistics as we know them, or are Bath simply overrated? Then, at the end of the video, I’ll be saying something that English rugby fans are going to absolutely hate… Keywords: Bath Rugby season review, Bath Rugby highlights 2025, History of Bath Rugby, Best tries Bath Rugby, Bath Rugby interview, How good is Bath Rugby, Bath Rugby vs top teams, Finn Russell Bath Rugby, Bath Rugby academy / youth, Bath Rugby training 
 #bath #rugby #prem #england #analysis #highlights #southafrica #dyson #explained Follow me on twitter: https://x.com/HuwGriffinRugby follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580910041103&sk=reels_tab References Johann van Graan on the Lekker Rugby Pod https://youtu.be/U6MVFXEIgIA?si=7RSrjTxKTTEI1RvN Johann van Graan on the Big Jim Show https://youtu.be/-ua5kIhILFQ?si=BPVbNSAkI6WCXh7n Opta Club Rugby Stats Hub https://theanalyst.com/club-rugby-stats Chapters 0:00 The Problem 1:03 The History 2:29 The Money 3:36 The Stats 5:34 The Game-plan Limitations 10:15 The Secret 11:44 The Henry Arundell Bit 13:14 The Bit You'll HATE 13:55 The Verdict

Northampton Saints are a joy to watch going forward, but is their "lack of defensive metal" a ticking time bomb? Sam Larner breaks down the flaws and the flair that make the Saints the most unpredictable team in the Premiership. Full analysis of the Premiership Semi-Finals: 8/9 Rugby on YouTube, pods and Substack #rugby #89rugby #northamptonsaints #premiershiprugby #rugbyanalysis