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Pack de Potes Rugby PodcastEp. 154 : Sprint Final - EPCR Finals + Top 14Ep. 154 : Sprint Final - EPCR Finals + Top 14 Que ce soit sur la scène européenne ou en France, l’actualité est chargée et partout c’est le « money time » comme disent nos amis américains !!À Cardiff le Lou ouvrira le bal dès vendredi soir avec l’objectif de doucher les espoirs de Bath dans la « petite » coupe d’Europe, l'EPCR Challenge Cup ! Le lendemain dans la « grande » EPCR Champions Cup, c’est l’UBB après son succès sur le tenant Stade Toulousain qui a gagné le droit de défier la redoutable jeune garde de Northa...2025-05-2143 min
Pack de Potes Rugby PodcastEp. 152 : Honneur aux Dames ! 6 Nations Féminin et EPCR Champions Cup avec Amélie MahéEp. 152 : Honneur aux dames ! 6 Nations Féminin et EPCR Champions Cup avec Amélie MahéUne fois n’est pas coutume nous parlerons beaucoup de rugby féminin aujourd’hui ! Très bien accompagnés pour cela par notre pote Amélie Mahé, une épatante joueuse qui pousse la passion familiale très loin comme vous l’entendrez, chapeau à elle ! L’équipe de France a tout gagné pour le moment dans le Tournoi de Six Nations Féminin mais s’avance vers sa bête noire vêtue de blanc (les Anglaises) qu’elle n’a plus battue depuis trop longtemps…...2025-04-1643 min
OnRugby PodcastSPECIALE: Finali in Italia, Champions femminile e mondiale per club - Intervista al CEO di EPCR Jacques RaynaudIntervista al CEO di EPCR Jacques Raynaud prima dell'inizio della nuova stagione di Investec Champions Cup e EPCR Challenge Cup, tra le speranze di avere un giorno una finale in Italia e un futuro fatto di Champions femminile e mondiale per club2024-11-2226 min
Pack de Potes Rugby PodcastEp. 129: Finale en vue : EPCR Demi-finales 2024Ep. 129: Finale en Vue : EPCR Demi-finales 2024Le Pack de Potes toujours orphelin de son Charlie en Afrique se devait de faire un petit état des lieux avant les finales européennes et la fin du Top 14. Après notre minute américaine, nous y évoquons le parcours des filles du tournoi des Six Nations qui n’ont malheureusement pas su passer l’obstacle anglais. Nous salivons à l’idée de la finale EPCR Leinster / Toulouse, sorte de France / Irlande revisité qui s’annonce grandiose. Enfin nous plantons le décor d’une fin du Top...2024-05-1541 min
CaolánSRugby Podcast10 Years of the EPCR: A Failed Experiment - A CSR Panel DiscussionThis season is all about moving the conversation, and tonight, with the help of an esteemed panel, we will look ahead to the 10th season of the EPCR era of European Club Rugby, by looking back on a decade of question marks.Like any politician, the EPCR caused havoc upon entering the scene. They promised the sun, moon and stars, and delivered zilch. Was this fabled competition murdered as opposed to revived, and is there anything we can do to stem the tide?A brilliant 5 man panel joins me...2023-12-042h 01
Pack de Potes Rugby PodcastEp. 98. Des Leçons et des Promesses : France 6 Nations Féminin + demi-finales EPCR 2023Dans un WE très rugby, les équipes françaises affrontaient de redoutables adversaires d’outre-manche.
Si les Bleues de France ont frôlé la correctionnelle avec une première mi-temps catastrophique ponctuée d’un 33/0 affolant, elles ont infligé un 33/5 à leurs hôtesses de Twickenham dans le second acte, montrant leur talent et surtout leur cœur à 58000 spectateurs emballés. Des promesses pour l’avenir du rugby féminin mais surtout pour cette équipe de France qui, bien que vaincue 33/38 , s’est prouvé à elle-même qu’elle était capable de tout.
Les Toulousains quan...2023-05-031h 01
Pack de Potes Rugby PodcastEp. 76 : Finale EPCR et le Top 14 - Celebrate good times, come on !Après les émotions du triomphe tout en haut du « mont chelem », le Pack se devait de faire un petit point de l’actualité rugbystique française et continentale.
La finale EPCR : Comment ne pas se réjouir de l’incroyable sacre du printemps que les Rochelais sont allés arracher près du Vieux Port de Marseille avant de rentrer faire chavirer leurs supporters sur les bords de l’Atlantique ? Quelle épopée et encore une fois, quelle leçon nous donne le rugby !
En France, le Top 14 a livré son verdict forcément cruel...2022-06-0837 min
French RUGBY CONNECTIONS with Veronique Landew & Bill HooperEuropean Rugby Fest with Martyn Hindley from EPCR & Tom Dickson, Toulouse supporterFrench Rugby CONNECTIONS episode is focused on the European Rugby Cup with the ever eloquent, loquacious, and passionate Martyn Hindley, PR and Communications Director at EPCR, who details what the European Cup is all about, the passion it stirs for its fans and players, the fights between the Samson and Goliath teams and that hard-won semi-final won between Bath and Montpellier. I also speak with the English-born Tom Dickson who has been living and supporting Toulouse for the last 16 years and his thoughts about French Rugby and the finals. As a former wine trader, he extols the virtue of...2021-05-2033 min
QMC EMS | Board & CollarMore Bells and Whistles: Let's Change ePCR Programs
We receive regular questions from EMS organizations about moving from one ePCR software to another. This edition of The QMC Board & Collar explores this topic and discusses the positives and the negatives that you should be cautious of when considering a change. More bells and whistles doesn't always dictate to a better program that is more functional for your staff.
Written by: C. Humphrey
Presented by: G. Harvat
2019-07-2405 min
Patrick's postsROUND 4 PREVIEW: ROSSIGNEUX, McCARTHY AND LAWSONToulouse, Racing 92 and Saracens have three wins from three in this season’s competition. Will those 100% records survive into the New Year?
Former Racing and Wasps flanker Florent Rossigneux joins James Burridge and Tom May to analyse Round 3’s big performances and preview the crucial matches ahead in Round 4 of the Heineken Champions Cup.
Rory Lawson’s old clubs Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors both recorded important victories last weekend and the former Scotland fly-half chats about their progress.
Plus, former Ireland lock Mike McCarthy discusses the holders Leinster Rugby’s back-to-back clashes with Bath, as well as Munster’s games agai...2018-12-111h 09Patrick's postsNicky Robinson and Kevin Maggs join the Round 3 PreviewNicky Robinson joins James Burridge and Tom May on the Champions Rugby Show, with the Wales international’s old teams Cardiff Blues, Gloucester and Wasps all in action during Round 3 of the Heineken Champions Cup.
Former Ireland centre Kevin Maggs chats about Bath Rugby’s chances against the holders Leinster, while French journalist Léo Faure assesses Leicester Tigers’ hopes of upsetting Racing 92 in Paris.
Elsewhere, there’s the clash of Pool 5’s over-achievers Edinburgh and Newcastle, Munster taking on French champions Castres Olympique and Gloucester trying to inflict a third straight Pool 2 defeat on Exeter Chiefs.
You’ll also find out whic...2018-12-041h 05
EPCR European Rugby NewsPool 4It was a thrilling start to the new Heineken Champions Cup campaign, with two significant results in Pool 4.
A penalty try secured a late win for last season’s finalists Racing 92 in Wales against Scarlets, while three second-half tries gave Ulster Rugby a convincing victory over Leicester Tigers at the Kingspan Stadium.
The former Scotland scrum half Rory Lawson joins James Burridge and Tom May to analyse the Pool 4 action.
The trio also look forward to Racing v Ulster and hear from captains Tom Youngs and Ken Owens ahead of Leicester v Scarlets – the match that kicks off Round 2 on Frid...2018-10-1710 minEPCR European Rugby NewsPool 3The return of the Heineken Champions Cup did not disappoint, with tense games, dramatic finishes and in Pool 3, a Gareth Anscombe-inspired win for Cardiff Blues in France against Lyon.
Meanwhile Saracens ground out a 13-3 victory at Glasgow Warriors.
The former Scotland scrum half Rory Lawson joins James Burridge and Tom May to analyse Round 1 and preview Cardiff v Glasgow and Saracens v Lyon in Round 2.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘Round 2 Preview’: https://audioboom.com/posts/7047999-round-2-preview2018-10-1710 minEPCR European Rugby NewsPool 2The return of the Heineken Champions Cup did not disappoint, with dramatic finishes, upsets and an old-fashioned battle between Exeter Chiefs and Munster Rugby that finished 10-10 at Sandy Park.
James Downey chats about Munster’s performance and about a sparkling Pool 1 win for another of his former sides, Leinster.
Elsewhere in Pool 2, Gloucester Rugby’s return to Europe’s premier club competition saw them beat Top 14 champions Castres Olympique 19-14 at a wet and windy Kingsholm Stadium.
The former Gloucester and Scotland scrum half Rory Lawson joins James Burridge and Tom May to analyse Round 1 and preview Munster v Glouce...2018-10-1712 minEPCR European Rugby NewsPool 5The return of the Heineken Champions Cup did not disappoint, with tense games, dramatic finishes and a landmark victory for Newcastle Falcons at RC Toulon. It was only Toulon’s second ever defeat at home in the competition.
Two former Newcastle players Rory Lawson and Tom May discuss Pool 5 with James Burridge – Tom also played for Toulon – and the trio chat to former France captain Raphael Ibanez about the match at the Stade Felix Mayol, as well as about Toulouse and his former club Castres.
Montpellier secured a narrow victory against another of Rory’s former sides Edinburgh Rugby in Round 1 a...2018-10-1715 minEPCR European Rugby NewsPool 1The return of the Heineken Champions Cup did not disappoint, with tense games, dramatic finishes, upsets and two remarkable Pool 1 matches.
The holders Leinster Rugby sparkled as they thumped Wasps 52-3 at the RDS Arena, running in eight tries.
Meanwhile Toulouse returned to the competition with a tense 22-20 win at Bath. But the match will be remembered for Freddie Burns passing up two golden opportunities late on to clinch victory for the home side.
James Burridge, Tom May and Rory Lawson discuss the Round 1 action and preview the Round 2 clash between the two four times European Cup winners Toulouse...2018-10-1713 minEPCR European Rugby NewsJames Downey chats about Munster and Leinster RugbyJames Downey talks to James Burridge, Tom May and Rory Lawson about the Heineken Champions Cup performance of his former sides Munster Rugby and Leinster.
Munster picked up two precious away points when they drew at Exeter in Round 1, while the holders demolished Wasps at the RDS Arena.
Next for Leinster is a trip to France to face Toulouse, the only other team to have won the European Cup on four occasions.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘Round 2 Preview’: https://audioboom.com/posts/7047999-round-2-preview2018-10-1704 minEPCR European Rugby NewsRaphael Ibanez chats about Toulon, Toulouse and CastresRaphael Ibanez talks to James Burridge, Tom May and Rory Lawson about a mixed start for the French teams in the Heineken Champions Cup, including a rare home defeat in the competition for RC Toulon at the hands of Newcastle Falcons.
The former France captain also looks ahead to Leinster Rugby’s Round 2 encounter with Toulouse in France.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘Round 2 Preview’: https://audioboom.com/posts/7047999-round-2-preview2018-10-1706 minEPCR European Rugby NewsUlster Rugby in 1998/99 – ‘The Last Amateurs’Journalist and author Jonathan Bradley chats to James Burridge and Tom May about Ulster’s remarkable European Cup success 20 seasons ago, which is the subject of his new book ‘The Last Amateurs’.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘2018/19 Season Preview’ https://audioboom.com/posts/7038989-2018-19-season-preview2018-10-1006 minEPCR European Rugby NewsHeineken Champions Cup – Pool 5 PreviewTom May and Florent Rossigneux join James Burridge to preview Pool 5 of the Heineken Champions Cup.
We hear from Richard Cockerill, whose Edinburgh Rugby side travel to France to face Montpellier in Round 1 and we discuss RC Toulon’s opener against Newcastle Falcons.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘2018/19 Season Preview’ https://audioboom.com/posts/7038989-2018-19-season-preview2018-10-1009 minEPCR European Rugby NewsHeineken Champions Cup – Pool 4 PreviewTom May and Florent Rossigneux join James Burridge to preview Pool 4 of the Heineken Champions Cup.
We hear from Racing 92 captain Dimitri Szarzewski ahead of their Round 1 encounter with Scarlets in Wales, and from Leicester Tigers skipper Tom Youngs who is preparing to face Ulster Rugby at the Kingspan Stadium.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘2018/19 Season Preview’ https://audioboom.com/posts/7038989-2018-19-season-preview2018-10-1009 minEPCR European Rugby NewsHeineken Champions Cup – Pool 3 PreviewTom May and Florent Rossigneux join James Burridge to preview Pool 3 of the Heineken Champions Cup.
Former Wales and Cardiff Blues captain Martyn Williams chats about the Pool 3 chances of his former team and we also hear from Mark McCall, whose Saracens side travel to Scotland to face Glasgow Warriors in Round 1.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘2018/19 Season Preview’ https://audioboom.com/posts/7038989-2018-19-season-preview2018-10-1012 minEPCR European Rugby NewsHeineken Champions Cup – Pool 2 PreviewTom May and Florent Rossigneux join James Burridge to preview Pool 2 of the Heineken Champions Cup.
We hear from Johann van Graan, whose Munster Rugby side travel to England to face Exeter Chiefs in Round 1, while Gloucester Rugby host Castres Olympique.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘2018/19 Season Preview’ https://audioboom.com/posts/7038989-2018-19-season-preview2018-10-1008 minEPCR European Rugby NewsHeineken Champions Cup – Pool 1 PreviewTom May and Florent Rossigneux join James Burridge to preview Pool 1 of the Heineken Champions Cup. In Round 1, holders Leinster Rugby start against Wasps and Bath Rugby host Toulouse.
Andy Nicol, who skippered Bath to European glory in 1998, chats about their chances, and we also hear from Bath’s current captain Matt Garvey as well as the man who leads Leinster this season, Johnny Sexton.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘2018/19 Season Preview’ https://audioboom.com/posts/7038989-2018-19-season-preview2018-10-1016 minEPCR European Rugby NewsEuropean Cup winner Andy Nicol on Bath, Glasgow Warriors and EdinburghAndy Nicol, who skippered Bath Rugby to European glory in 1998, chats about their Heineken Champions Cup chances this season in Pool 1\. Bath start at home to Toulouse.
The former Scotland star also discusses the Pool 3 campaign of his other team Glasgow Warriors, and gives his thoughts on how Edinburgh could fare in this season’s competition.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘2018/19 Season Preview’ https://audioboom.com/posts/7038989-2018-19-season-preview2018-10-1007 minEPCR European Rugby NewsMartyn Williams chats about Cardiff Blues and ScarletsFormer Wales and Cardiff Blues captain Martyn Williams chats to James Burridge and Tom May ahead of a new Heineken Champions Cup campaign, about the Pool 3 chances of his former team and whether Scarlets can continue to impress in the competition.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show episode ‘2018/19 Season Preview’ https://audioboom.com/posts/7038989-2018-19-season-preview2018-10-1004 minPatrick's posts2018/19 Season PreviewFormer Wales and Cardiff Blues captain Martyn Williams chats to the EPCR European Rugby Show ahead of a new Heineken Champions Cup campaign, as does former Scotland star Andy Nicol, who skippered Bath Rugby to a European title in 1998.
Tom May, once of Newcastle Falcons and RC Toulon, and the former Racing 92 and Wasps flanker Florent Rossigneux join James Burridge in the studio to preview the holders Leinster Rugby’s opener against Wasps, Exeter Chiefs v Munster Rugby, Scarlets against last season’s finalists Racing, plus seven other great matches across Round 1 weekend.
We hear from Johnny Sexton, Tom Youngs, Dimi...2018-10-091h 18Patrick's posts2018/19 Pool Draws - ReactionThe EPCR European Rugby Show visits Lausanne to bring you exclusive reaction to the Pool Draws for new Heineken Champions Cup and European Rugby Challenge Cup campaigns.
Former rugby stars Austin Healey, Raphaël Ibañez and Dimitri Yachvili are on hand to help James Burridge and Emma Thurston analyse the teams and the pools in both competitions.2018-06-2034 minPatrick's postsLeinster Rugby win the 2018 Champions Cup Final!The EPCR European Rugby Show brings you interviews and analysis from Bilbao, after Leinster Rugby defeated Racing 92 15-12 in the European Rugby Champions Cup Final.
The Irish side now have a record-equaling four European Cup titles.
James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston have reaction from Leinster head coach Leo Cullen, captain Isa Nacewa and Johnny Sexton.
There’s comment from Paul Grayson, a European Cup winner with Northampton Saints, as well as Lawrence Dallaglio, who won the competition twice with Wasps.
You’ll also hear from Danny Wilson and Ed Slater after Cardiff Blues’ thrilling comeback win over Gloucester Rugby in...2018-05-1345 minPatrick's postsChampions Cup Final: Pre-Match From BilbaoThe EPCR European Rugby Show is in the Basque Country for 2018 Finals Weekend and today James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston are joined by Miles Harrison of Sky Sports to preview the European Rugby Champions Cup Final between Leinster Rugby and Racing 92.
We’ve all the team news and you’ll hear from Leinster’s head coach Leo Cullen, captain Isa Nacewa and key man Johnny Sexton, as well as Racing’s Irish forward Donnacha Ryan.
Plus we have a coaching profile of Cullen, who could make history with a victory in Saturday’s final.2018-05-1142 minPatrick's postsChallenge Cup Final: Pre-Match From Bilbao2018 Finals Weekend is here and we're in Bilbao for three special episodes.
Martyn Hindley, Tom May and Emma Thurston are joined pitchside by BT Sport’s Alastair Eykyn to talk about Friday night’s European Rugby Challenge Cup Final between Cardiff Blues and Gloucester Rugby.
We’ve all the team news, plus you’ll hear from Cardiff head coach Danny Wilson, captain Ellis Jenkins, and full-back Gareth Anscombe as well as Gloucester head coach Johan Ackermann and skipper Ed Slater.
The Cherry and Whites’ Director of Rugby David Humphreys reminisces about winning the European Cup with Ulster.
Don’t forget to als...2018-05-1044 minEPCR European Rugby NewsCardiff’s Richard Hodges previews the Challenge Cup FinalCardiff Blues defence coach Richard Hodges chats to James Burridge and Tom May ahead of the European Rugby Challenge Cup Final in Bilbao, where Cardiff will take on Gloucester Rugby.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6847004-2018-champions-cup-and-challenge-cup-final-previews2018-05-0805 minEPCR European Rugby NewsGloucester’s Henry Trinder chats ahead of the Challenge Cup FinalGloucester Rugby centre Henry Trinder talks to Emma Thurston ahead of the European Rugby Challenge Cup Final in Bilbao, where his side will take on Cardiff Blues.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6847004-2018-champions-cup-and-challenge-cup-final-previews2018-05-0803 minEPCR European Rugby NewsCardiff Blues v Gloucester Rugby – Challenge Cup Final PreviewGloucester Rugby centre Henry Trinder and Cardiff Blues defence coach Richard Hodges chat to James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston, as they preview the European Rugby Challenge Cup Final in Bilbao.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6847004-2018-champions-cup-and-challenge-cup-final-previews2018-05-0813 minEPCR European Rugby NewsMatt O'Connor chats about Leinster, Cullen and Racing 92Ahead of the European Rugby Champions Cup Final in Bilbao, former Leinster Rugby head coach Matt O’Connor chats to James Burridge about the Irish side and the qualities of Leo Cullen.
Plus, he analyses Racing 92, who his Leicester Tigers team faced twice in Pool 4\.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6847004-2018-champions-cup-and-challenge-cup-final-previews2018-05-0805 minEPCR European Rugby NewsRacing 92 v Leinster Rugby – Champions Cup Final PreviewFormer Leinster Rugby head coach Matt O’Connor chats about the Irish side and the qualities of Leo Cullen.
Plus, he analyses Racing 92, who his Leicester Tigers team faced twice in Pool 4\.
James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston also hear from Leo Cullen himself, as they preview the European Rugby Champions Cup Final in Bilbao.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show's Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6847004-2018-champions-cup-and-challenge-cup-final-previews2018-05-0819 minPatrick's posts2018 Champions Cup and Challenge Cup Final PreviewsWith Leinster Rugby set to face Racing 92 in the Champions Cup Final in Bilbao, the former Leinster head coach Matt O’Connor chats about the Irish side and the qualities of its current leader Leo Cullen. He also analyses Racing, who his Leicester Tigers team faced twice in Pool 4.
James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston hear from Leo Cullen himself as they preview Finals Weekend, as well as Joe Rokocoko, Ken Owens, Wayne Pivac, Peter O’Mahony and Johann van Graan.
Gloucester Rugby centre Henry Trinder and Cardiff Blues defence coach Richard Hodges join us ahead of the European Rugb...2018-05-081h 01
EPCR European Rugby NewsCardiff Blues v Pau Preview incl. Steffon Armitage and Conrad SmithConrad Smith and Steffon Armitage speak about the incentive of making Finals Weekend 2018 in Bilbao, as James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston preview Pau’s European Rugby Challenge Cup semi-final against Cardiff Blues at the Arms Park.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Semi-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6813899-mike-phillips-and-james-downey-preview-the-champions-cup-semi-finals2018-04-1703 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsGloucester v Newcastle Challenge Cup SF preview feat. Dom WaldouckNewcastle centre Dom Waldouck joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to talk about his side’s European Rugby Challenge Cup semi-final against Gloucester Rugby at Kingsholm.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Semi-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6813899-mike-phillips-and-james-downey-preview-the-champions-cup-semi-finals2018-04-1705 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsDom Waldouck previews Newcastle Falcons’ Challenge Cup semi-final versus Gloucester RugbyNewcastle Falcons centre Dom Waldouck joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to talk about his side’s European Rugby Challenge Cup semi-final against Gloucester Rugby at Kingsholm.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Semi-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6813899-mike-phillips-and-james-downey-preview-the-champions-cup-semi-finals2018-04-1703 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsJames Downey previews Munster Rugby’s Champions Cup semi-final versus Racing 92James Downey joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to talk about Munster’s European Rugby Champions Cup semi-final against Racing 92 in France.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Semi-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6813899-mike-phillips-and-james-downey-preview-the-champions-cup-semi-finals2018-04-1705 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsRacing 92 v Munster Rugby – Champions Cup Semi-Final PreviewJames Downey joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to talk about Munster’s European Rugby Champions Cup semi-final against Racing 92 in France.
We also get a French perspective from journalist Leo Faure.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Semi-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6813899-mike-phillips-and-james-downey-preview-the-champions-cup-semi-finals2018-04-1718 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsMike Phillips previews Scarlets' Champions Cup semi-final versus Leinster RugbyMike Phillips came out of retirement to play for Scarlets earlier this season and the former Wales and Lions scrum-half joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to talk about the region’s European Rugby Champions Cup semi-final against Leinster Rugby in Dublin.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Semi-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6813899-mike-phillips-and-james-downey-preview-the-champions-cup-semi-finals2018-04-1707 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsLeinster Rugby v Scarlets – Champions Cup Semi-Final PreviewMike Phillips came out of retirement to play for Scarlets earlier this season and the former Wales and Lions scrum-half joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to talk about the region’s European Rugby Champions Cup semi-final against Leinster Rugby in Dublin.
We also hear from Leinster stars past and present, Denis Hickie and Isa Nacewa.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Semi-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6813899-mike-phillips-and-james-downey-preview-the-champions-cup-semi-finals2018-04-1717 minPatrick's postsMike Phillips and James Downey preview the Champions Cup semi-finalsMike Phillips came out of retirement to play for Scarlets earlier this season and the former Wales and Lions scrum-half joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to talk about the Welsh side’s European Rugby Champions Cup semi-final in Dublin.
We also hear from Leinster Rugby stars past and present, Denis Hickie and Isa Nacewa.
James Downey chats about Munster’s last-four encounter with Racing 92 and we get a French perspective from journalist Leo Faure.
There’s a quickfire Q & A with Munster skipper Peter O’Mahony and match-winning memories of the 2001 final from Leicester legend Leon Lloyd.
...2018-04-171h 11
EPCR European Rugby NewsEuropean Rugby Challenge Cup - Quarter-Finals PreviewHear from Gloucester’s Director of Rugby David Humphreys and Pau players Conrad Smith and Steffon Armitage, as James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss the quarter-finals of the European Rugby Challenge Cup:
Newcastle Falcons v Brive
Pau v Stade Francais Paris
Connacht Rugby v Gloucester Rugby
Edinburgh Rugby v Cardiff Blues
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Quarter-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6754299-quarter-finals-preview2018-03-2706 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsDenis Hickie previews Leinster Rugby v SaracensEx-Ireland, Lions and Leinster Rugby winger Denis Hickie joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss his former club’s huge quarter-final against holders Saracens in the European Rugby Champions Cup.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Quarter-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6754299-quarter-finals-preview2018-03-2706 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsWill Fraser previews Leinster Rugby v SaracensEx-Saracens flanker Will Fraser joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss his former club’s huge quarter-final against Leinster in the European Rugby Champions Cup.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Quarter-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6754299-quarter-finals-preview2018-03-2704 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsFlorent Rossigneux previews ASM Clermont Auvergne v Racing 92Florent Rossigneux joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss his old side Racing 92’s all-French encounter with ASM Clermont Auvergne in the quarter-finals of the European Rugby Champions Cup.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Quarter-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6754299-quarter-finals-preview2018-03-2702 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsASM Clermont Auvergne v Racing 92 – Champions Cup Quarter-Final PreviewFlorent Rossigneux joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss his old side Racing 92’s all-French encounter with ASM Clermont Auvergne in the quarter-finals of the European Rugby Champions Cup.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Quarter-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6754299-quarter-finals-preview2018-03-2706 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsScarlets v La Rochelle – Champions Cup Quarter-Final PreviewJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss Good Friday’s huge match in Wales, as Scarlets take on La Rochelle in the European Rugby Champions Cup quarter-finals.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Quarter-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6754299-quarter-finals-preview2018-03-2707 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsMunster Rugby v RC Toulon – Champions Cup Quarter-Final PreviewJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss RC Toulon’s daunting trip to face Munster Rugby at Thomond Park.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Quarter-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6754299-quarter-finals-preview2018-03-2707 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsLeinster Rugby v Saracens – Champions Cup Quarter-Final PreviewEx-Ireland and Leinster Rugby winger Denis Hickie and retired Saracens flanker Will Fraser join James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss their former clubs’ huge clash in Dublin.
This excerpt is from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Quarter-Finals Preview episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/6754299-quarter-finals-preview2018-03-2719 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 1, incl. Dai Young and John KingstonJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss the qualification chances of Ulster, La Rochelle and Wasps, with all three teams still fighting for a quarter final berth ahead of the final pool stage matches.
In Round 5 of the European Rugby Champions Cup, Ulster Rugby leapfrogged La Rochelle at the top of the pool by beating the French side in Belfast.
Harlequins meanwhile had a tremendous comeback win over their English rivals Wasps. We hear from the two directors of rugby John Kingston and Dai Young.
Wasps host Ulster in Round 6, with Harlequins in France to face La Rochelle.
This exc...2018-01-1707 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 2, incl. Thomas CastaignèdeJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss the qualification chances of ASM Clermont Auvergne, Ospreys and Saracens, with all three teams still fighting for a quarter final berth ahead of the final pool stage matches.
In Round 5 of the European Rugby Champions Cup, pool leaders Clermont suffered a shock defeat to bottom side Northampton Saints, while Ospreys drew with the holders Saracens in Wales.
Saracens host Northampton in Round 6, with Ospreys in France to face Clermont.
We also hear from former France international Thomas Castaignède, who talks fondly about his old club Saracens.
This excerpt is taken from the...2018-01-1710 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 3, incl. Mike McCarthy interviewFormer Ireland lock Mike McCarthy joins the show to analyse his old side Leinster Rugby’s impressive campaign in this season’s European Rugby Champions Cup.
Leinster are the first team to book a place in the knockout stages, with five wins from five also guaranteeing them a home quarter final.
James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss big Round 5 wins for Leinster over Glasgow Warriors and Exeter Chiefs against Montpellier.
Exeter and Montpellier both still have Last 8 hopes going into their final pool stage matches against Glasgow and Leinster respectively.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugb...2018-01-1713 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsMike McCarthy chats about Leinster’s impressive Champions Cup campaignMike McCarthy joins the show to analyse his old side Leinster Rugby’s impressive campaign in this season’s European Rugby Champions Cup.
Leinster are the first team to book a place in the knockout stages, with five wins from five also guaranteeing them a home match in the quarter finals.
James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston chat to the former Ireland lock about Pool 3 of the European Rugby Champions Cup and Leinster’s chances of lifting the trophy in Bilbao.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 6 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6601062-mccarth...2018-01-1706 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 4 - R5 Review and R6 PreviewJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss the qualification chances of Munster Rugby, Racing 92 and Castres Olympique, with all three teams still fighting for a quarter final berth ahead of the final pool stage matches.
In Round 5 of the European Rugby Champions Cup, pool leaders Munster were beaten by Racing at the brand new U Arena, while Castres had a thumping victory over Leicester Tigers.
Leicester host Racing 92 in Round 6, with Castres in Ireland to face Munster.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 6 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6601062-mccarthy-and-hayman-join-the-round-6-preview2018-01-1706 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 5, incl. Carl Hayman, Ken Owens and Todd BlackadderFormer All Black Carl Hayman joins the show to analyse Pool 5 of the European Rugby Champions Cup and the campaign of his old team RC Toulon.
Toulon’s big win over Benetton Rugby in Round 5, coupled with Scarlets’ impressive victory over Bath Rugby at The Rec, has set up a huge Round 6 clash in Wales.
James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston hear from Scarlets’ skipper Ken Owens and Bath director of rugby Todd Blackadder, as they discuss the qualification picture for the knockout stages.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 6 Preview episode.
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EPCR European Rugby NewsCarl Hayman discusses former club Toulon's big clash with ScarletsCarl Hayman joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to analyse Pool 5 of the European Rugby Champions Cup and the campaign of his old team RC Toulon.
Toulon’s big win over Benetton Rugby in Round 5, coupled with Scarlets’ impressive victory over Bath Rugby at The Rec, has set up a huge Round 6 clash in Wales.
The former All Black also chats about his Pau side’s crucial Challenge Cup match against Gloucester Rugby.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 6 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6601062-mccarthy-and-hayman-join-the-round-6-preview2018-01-1705 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 5 – Round 4 Review and Round 5 PreviewJames Burridge and Tom May analyse Pool 5, which is still wide open.
Bath Rugby, RC Toulon and Scarlets are separated by a single point, following Round 4 wins for the English and Welsh sides.
Toulon host Benetton Rugby next, while Scarlets travel to Bath.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 5 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6588072-round-5-preview2018-01-1007 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsRTE’s Michael Corcoran chats about Munster, Leinster and UlsterRTE commentator Michael Corcoran joins James Burridge and Tom May to discuss the progress of Munster Rugby, who sit at the top of Pool 4 following back-to-back victories over Leicester Tigers.
Munster face second-placed Racing 92 next.
We also hear Michael Corcoran’s thoughts on Leinster Rugby and Ulster Rugby, ahead of their Champions Cup matches against Glasgow Warriors and La Rochelle respectively.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 5 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6588072-round-5-preview2018-01-1007 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 4 – Round 4 Review and Round 5 PreviewRTE commentator Michael Corcoran joins James Burridge and Tom May to discuss the progress of Munster Rugby, who sit at the top of Pool 4 following back-to-back victories over Leicester Tigers.
Munster face second-placed Racing 92 next, with Leicester also in France to take on Castres Olympique.
We also hear Michael Corcoran’s thoughts on Leinster Rugby and Ulster Rugby, ahead of their matches against Glasgow Warriors and La Rochelle respectively.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 5 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6588072-round-5-preview2018-01-1012 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 3 – Round 4 Review and Round 5 PreviewJames Burridge and Tom May analyse Pool 3, which is currently topped by Leinster Rugby.
The Irish side host Glasgow Warriors in Round 5, following back-to-back victories over Exeter Chiefs. The AVIVA Premiership champions face Montpellier next.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 5 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6588072-round-5-preview2018-01-1004 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsFormer England centre Jamie Noon talks Clermont and ToulonJamie Noon joins James Burridge and Tom May to chat about ASM Clermont Auvergne’s injury woes in Champions Cup Pool 2, as well as RC Toulon’s qualification prospects from Pool 5.
Noon finished his career with Brive and is still based in France.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 5 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6588072-round-5-preview2018-01-1005 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsPool 2 – Round 4 Review and Round 5 Preview, with Jamie NoonJamie Noon joins James Burridge and Tom May to chat about ASM Clermont Auvergne’s injury woes.
The former England centre also analyses RC Toulon’s progress in Champions Cup Pool 5\. Noon finished his playing career with Brive and is still based in France.
In Pool 2, leaders Clermont travel to Northampton Saints in Round 5, after back-to-back wins over the holders Saracens. Sarries meanwhile are in Wales to face Ospreys.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 5 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6588072-round-5-preview2018-01-1013 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsKevin Maggs chats about crucial matches for Ulster and BathFormer Ireland centre Kevin Maggs joins James Burridge and Tom May to discuss Champions Cup Pool 1 and the progress of his old team Ulster Rugby.
La Rochelle travel to Belfast next, for a crucial match between the section’s top 2.
Maggs also talks about the Pool 5 fortunes Bath Rugby, another of his former sides.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 5 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6588072-round-5-preview2018-01-1004 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 1 – Round 4 Review and Round 5 PreviewFormer Ulster Rugby and Ireland centre Kevin Maggs joins James Burridge and Tom May to discuss Champions Cup Pool 1.
In Round 4, La Rochelle lost their 100% record at Wasps, while Ulster had a big win over Harlequins.
La Rochelle travel to Belfast next, for a crucial match between the section’s top 2, plus there’s an all-English clash as Harlequins take on Wasps.
Maggs also talks about the Pool 5 fortunes of another of his former sides, Bath Rugby.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 5 Preview episode.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6588072-round-5-preview2018-01-1010 min
Play RugbyPlay Rugby: entrevista a Vincent Gaillard, CEO de la EPCR, Jordi Murphy nos recibe y la Champions está vibrante (21/12/2017) | Audio | Play RugbyCharlamos en Dublin con el máximo responsable de la EPCR sobre las finales de Bilbao'18 y la actualidad del rugby europeo y también con el 'catalán' de Leinster. Afrontamos la previa de Copa Ibérica y la actualidad de las ligas Heineken e Iberdrola2017-12-2100 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsRonan O'Gara reflects on his European Cup careerRonan O'Gara looks back on his tremendous European Cup career with Munster Rugby, which included title wins in 2006 and 2008.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1305 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsJeremy Guscott on Bath Rugby’s Champions Cup campaignFormer Bath Rugby, England and Lions centre Jeremy Guscott joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss his former club’s Champions Cup campaign.
The BBC pundit also chats about Exeter Chiefs’ Round 3 defeat to Leinster Rugby.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1306 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 5 - R3 Review and R4 Preview, with Jeremy GuscottFormer Bath Rugby, England and Lions centre Jeremy Guscott joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston as they discuss Champions Cup Pool 5.
Round 3 saw Bath defeated by RC Toulon in France, while Benetton Rugby lost to Scarlets.
We review those matches and look ahead to the return fixtures.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1313 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsEPCR European Rugby Show - James Downey R3 & R4Former Munster and Leinster centre James Downey joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss the Irish provinces' Champions Cup campaigns.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1304 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 4 - R3 Review and R4 Preview, with James DowneyFormer Munster Rugby centre James Downey joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss Champions Cup Pool 4.
Round 3 saw Munster defeat Leicester Tigers in Ireland, while Castres Olympique overcame French rivals Racing 92.
We review those matches and discuss the return fixtures.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1310 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 3 - R3 Review and R4 PreviewJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss Champions Cup Pool 3.
Leinster Rugby scored an impressive victory over Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park, while Montpellier overcame Glasgow Warriors in Round 3\.
We review those matches and discuss the return fixtures.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1307 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 1 - R3 Review and R4 PreviewJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss Champions Cup Pool 1.
La Rochelle maintained their 100% record with a big Round 3 win over Wasps, while Ulster Rugby overcame Harlequins. We review those matches and discuss the return fixtures.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1304 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsEPCR European Rugby Show - Alistair HargreavesFormer Saracens skipper Alistair Hargreaves joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss his former side’s comprehensive home defeat to ASM Clermont Auvergne and the return fixture in France.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1304 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 2 - R3 Review and R4 Preview, with Ali HargreavesFormer Saracens skipper Alistair Hargreaves joins James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston to discuss Champions Cup Pool 2.
Round 3 saw the holders suffer a big defeat at home to ASM Clermont Auvergne, with Northampton Saints beaten at Franklin’s Gardens by Ospreys.
We review those matches and discuss whether the two English sides will improve for Round 4’s return fixtures in France and Wales respectively.
This excerpt is taken from the EPCR European Rugby Show’s Round 4 Preview podcast, which was recorded before news broke that Jim Mallinder had parted company with Northampton Saints.
https://audioboom.com/posts/6549196-round-4-preview2017-12-1310 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsMike Ford talks RC Toulon v Bath Rugby and Leicester!On the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May talk to former Bath Director of Rugby and Toulon head coach Mike Ford, as his two former sides take each other on in Round 3 of the European Rugby Champions Cup. Ford also talks about Leicester Tigers, where his sons George and Joe play their rugby.2017-12-0610 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 5 - Round 2 Review and Round 3 PreviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May reflect on Round 2 wins for RC Toulon and Bath Rugby. Those two clubs meet in Round 3 and former Bath Director of Rugby and Toulon head coach Mike Ford chats about that, as well as his sons’ club Leicester Tigers. We also preview Scarlets against Benetton Rugby.2017-12-0614 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 3 - Round 2 Review and Round 3 PreviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May review Pool 3 away wins for Exeter Chiefs and Leinster Rugby in the Champions Cup. They also look ahead to Round 3, when those two clubs meet at Sandy Park, as well as Vern Cotter’s return to Scotland with Montpellier, who take on Glasgow Warriors.2017-12-0606 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsDave McIntyre talks Munster and LeinsterOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May chat to Newstalk commentator Dave McIntyre ahead of the Irish station’s Round 3 commentary game in the Champions Cup, between Munster Rugby and Leicester Tigers at the top of Pool 4. Dave also looks ahead to Exeter Chiefs v Leinster Rugby in Pool 3.2017-12-0606 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 4 - Round 2 Review and Round 3 PreviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May reflect on Round 2 wins for Munster Rugby and Leicester Tigers. Newstalk commentator Dave McIntyre joins the boys to chat about Munster v Leicester in Round 3 and there’s also a preview of the all-French clash between Castres Olympique and Racing 92.2017-12-0610 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsFlorent Rossigneux previews Round 3 matches for his former clubs Wasps and Racing 92On the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May talk to former Wasps flanker Florent Rossigneux about the clash between La Rochelle and Wasps in Pool 1 of the Champions Cup, plus Castres Olympique against Racing 92 in Pool 4.2017-12-0604 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 1 - Round 2 Review and Round 3 PreviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May talk about Pool 1 of the Champions Cup, reflecting on big wins for La Rochelle and Wasps. Those two clubs meet in Round 3 - we preview that with former Wasps flanker Florent Rossigneux - and we also look ahead to Ulster Rugby’s visit to The Twickenham Stoop to face Harlequins.2017-12-0609 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsJim Hamilton talks all things SaracensOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May talk to former Scotland and Saracens forward Jim Hamilton, about the holders’ current form and their top of Pool 2 clash with ASM Clermont Auvergne in Round 3 of the Champions Cup.2017-12-0605 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 2 - Round 2 Review and Round 3 Preview:On the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge and Tom May talk about Pool 2 of the Champions Cup, reflecting on Round 2 wins for Saracens and ASM Clermont Auvergne. Those two teams meet in Round 3 - ex-Saracens forward Jim Hamilton helps us preview that one - and we also look ahead to Northampton Saints against Ospreys.2017-12-0611 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChallenge Cup chat and Vasily Artemyev interviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston chatted about the opening rounds of the European Rugby Challenge Cup and spoke to Krasny Yar's Vasily Artemyev, who captained the Russian side to a remarkable victory over the holders Stade Francais Paris.2017-10-1806 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 5 - Round 1 Review and Round 2 PreviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston talk about Pool 5 of the European Rugby Champions Cup, reflecting on RC Toulon's narrow win over Scarlets and Bath Rugby's defeat of Benetton Rugby. They preview Round 2 as well, when Toulon travel to Italy and Scarlets take on Bath.2017-10-1806 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 4 - Round 1 Review and Round 2 PreviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston talk about Pool 4 of the European Rugby Champions Cup, reflecting on Racing 92's narrow defeat of Leicester Tigers and Castres Olympique's draw with Munster Rugby. They look ahead to Round 2 as well, when Castres go to Welford Road and Munster host Racing 92 at Thomond Park.2017-10-1807 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 3 - Round 1 Review and Round 2 PreviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston talk about Pool 3 of the European Rugby Champions Cup, reflecting on Leinster Rugby's opening win over Montpellier and Exeter Chiefs' defeat of Glasgow Warriors. They look ahead to Round 2 as well, when Glasgow host Leinster and Montpellier take on the Aviva Premiership champions Exeter.2017-10-1807 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsWill Fraser chats about SaracensOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston talk to former Saracens flanker Will Fraser about his old side's 57-13 demolition of Northampton Saints, in Pool 2 of the European Rugby Champions Cup.2017-10-1803 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 2 - Round 1 Review and Round 2 PreviewOn the EPCR European Rugby Show, James Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston talk about Pool 2 of the European Rugby Champions Cup, reflecting on Saracens' thumping win at Northampton Saints and ASM Clermont Auvergne's opening victory at Ospreys. Former Sarries flanker Will Fraser speaks to us about the holders and there's also preview of Round 2, when Clermont host Northampton and Saracens face Ospreys.2017-10-1811 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsChampions Cup Pool 1 - Round 1 Review and Round 2 PreviewJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston talk about Pool 1 of the European Rugby Champions Cup, reflecting on Ulster Rugby's opening defeat of Wasps and La Rochelle's away win at Harlequins. They hear from the French side's English fly half Ryan Lamb, as well as Ulster and Wasps' Directors of Rugby Les Kiss and Dai Young.
They also preview La Rochelle v Ulster Rugby and Wasps v Harlequins in Round 2, with contributions from Ulster's Rory Best and Quins' D.O.R. John Kingston.
This audio comes from the EPCR European Rugby Show.2017-10-1813 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsExclusive Rory Lawson interviewFormer Edinburgh, Gloucester, Newcastle and Scotland scrum half Rory Lawson chats to James Burridge and Tom May on the EPCR European Rugby Show, ahead of the new Champions Cup season.2017-10-1104 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsExclusive Ronan O'Gara interviewRacing 92 coach Ronan O’Gara talks to the EPCR European Rugby Show's Emma Thurston about the Champions Cup and his club's draw. They're in Pool 4 along with Castres Olympique, Leicester Tigers and Munster Rugby - the Irish team with whom O'Gara won two Champions Cup titles.2017-10-1103 minPatrick's postsEuropean Rugby Champions Cup & Challenge Cup Finals ReviewSaracens secured back-to-back European Rugby Champions Cup titles with a 28-17 victory over ASM Clermont Auvergne at BT Murrayfield Stadium.
Former European champions Matt Dawson and Paul Grayson help us review the Final and we've also reaction from Saracens' Director of Rugby Mark McCall, record-breaking try scorer Chris Ashton and man of the match Billy Vunipola.
Clermont's Damien Chouly and Nick Abendanon speak about their disappointment while Brian O’Driscoll praises Owen Farrell, who was voted the EPCR European Champions Cup Player of the Year presented by Turkish Airlines.
We hear from Gonzalo Quesada after his Stade Français Paris sid...2017-05-1434 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsExclusive Nigel Owens InterviewEPCR Champions Cup Final referee Nigel Owens discusses his preparations for the big match and shares what it means for him to officiate his third European Final in a row and his 100th European match in total2017-05-1007 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsEPCR European Player of the Year presented by Turkish AirlinesJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss the nominees for the EPCR European Player of the Year presented by Turkish Airlines with the help of former Bath and Scotland captain Andy Nicol.2017-04-2604 min
EPCR European Rugby NewsEPCR European Player of the Year presented by Turkish AirlinesJames Burridge, Tom May and Emma Thurston discuss the nominees for the EPCR European Player of the Year presented by Turkish Airlines with the help of former Bath and Scotland captain Andy Nicol. Voting for the award opens on Monday 3rd April via epcrugby.com and its official social media channels.2017-03-2905 min