Shows
The Rolling MaulDeja Vu at the Gate - Bristol (A) Review, Quins (H) PreviewMike and Elliott are forced to relive some painful memories from two years back as the Tigers stutter to defeat against Bristol at Ashton Gate, but find plenty more encouragement in this display as compared to that one. We chat about what went wrong and right, laud the Big Red Machine (Ches) as the new skipper and look ahead to a shot at getting back on track at home against Harlequins.PS Apologies for some iffy sound quality from Mike - undetected microphone issue, apparently.
2025-09-291h 00The Rolling MaulBONUS POD! - Hanro Liebenberg InterviewMike and Elliott are joined by Hanro Liebenberg AKA The Chairman of the 8/10 Club AKA Captain South Africa. He chats about his form this season, scoring tries (and nicking them off others) and the preparation for the brutal upcoming semi-final against Sale Sharks. If this doesn't get you excited and grabbing a ticket for Saturday, we don't know what will!
2025-06-0415 minThe Rolling MaulHomeward Bound - Newcastle (H) Review, Sale Semi Final PreviewMike and Elliott discuss the legendary Dan Cole's retirement and dissect what has made him such a loveable hard b*stard in Leicester colours, before running the rule over a win against Newcastle which sees us secure a home semi-final against Sale.
2025-06-031h 15The Rolling MaulReturn of the Geoff - Parling Appointed Head Coach, Sale (H) Review, Bath (A) PreviewMike and Elliott host a somewhat chaotic episode which has an edited news section shoehorned in to cover the announcement of Geoff Parling as head coach for next season, with Bondi joining us for the news. Plus, we revel in a brilliant atmosphere and even better result after a crucial win over Sale, before looking forward to a challenging (and expensive) trip to table-topping Bath.
2025-05-121h 24The Rolling MaulFriday Night Fight Night - Sale (H) Preview, Adam Radwan InterviewMike and Elliott look ahead to what promises to be a brutal battle at Mattioli Woods Welford Road as Tigers host an in form Sale side with playoff places - and maybe even second place - on the line. Plus, we are joined by the turbo charged Adam Radwan, who jets in to tell us about how he's found his feet at Tigers and where *that* celebration comes from.
2025-05-0655 minThe Rolling MaulSunday Roast Lam - Bristol (A) Review, Harlequins (H) PreviewMike and Elliott get the jacket of smugness back out of the closet following a nervy-yet-comprehensive win over the dangerous Bristol Bears, revelling in a performance of solid basics and vicious, intelligent defence. We look ahead to a key game against Harlequins which could cement playoff hopes and, dare we say it, put us in a good position for a home semi final. Of course, the head coach debate rumbles on and we're excited by a new name that's been thrown into the mix...
2025-04-221h 36The Rolling MaulBears and Bosses - Bristol (A) PreviewMike and Elliott utilise yet another week of no news to effectively make their own news about who the new Tigers figurehead is likely to be, but we deduce that an announcement cannot now be far away. We also look ahead to a daunting trip to Ashton Gate and try to figure out a way to stop that incredible Bristol attack, which is hard enough to articulate, let alone to do.
2025-04-1555 minThe Rolling MaulCancel the annual Leinster defeat - Glasgow (A) ReviewMike and Elliott get very grumpy as they review a chair-throwingly frustrating loss up in Scotland against Glasgow, with the mild benefit that at least we won't have to lose to Leinster this year. We also dive into the weekly muddy pond that is the world that is head coach rumours, but there are some potentially sweeter waters when it comes to the fly half situation...
2025-04-071h 00The Rolling MaulRemove the Jacket of Smugness - Saracens (H) Review, Glasgow (A) PreviewMike and Elliott have to remove last week's jacket of smugness as they come to terms with a frustrating loss at home to Sarries, along with the even more frustrating non-news in respect of the head coach and fly half search. Plus, we look ahead to a challenging fixture up in Glasgow, where a win would do wonders for the morale around the club.
2025-04-011h 21The Rolling MaulANOTHER Franklin's Fire Drill - Saints (A) Review; Sarries (H) PreviewMike and Elliott record the podcast out of Smug City following a beautiful nilling of Saints on their own patch. We ask how much of that was due to great Tigers play and how much was down to Northampton having the worst case of the dropsies known to man. Plus, stay tuned throughout the episode for developing news on the Gustard situation, and we also look ahead to a home game against Sarries, who are coming off the back of a bad loss to Quins.
2025-03-241h 35The Rolling MaulThe Run In - Munster (H) Review, Northampton (A) PreviewMike and Elliott look at a potential hurdle in the Gustard appointment and enjoy the news (and reaction) that the Premiership will be trialling OPTIONAL away ends. We also pick apart a friendly win against a young Munster side and look ahead to an East Midlands derby which is sadly blighted by a case of "who-is-available-itis".
2025-03-191h 03The Rolling MaulThe Munster Mash - Ben Volavola Interview, Fly halves, coaches and Munster (H) PreviewMike and Elliott chat about some exciting and perhaps optimistic fly half rumours, the prospect of Gustard arriving as head coach, and a mid-season pre-season match against old rivals from across the sea, Munster. Plus, we speak to Fiji and Tigers fly half Ben Volavola about his experiences overseas, attacking rugby, and why he hasn't sampled a pork pie yet.
2025-03-121h 05The Rolling MaulOff the Ball - David Kidwell, Handre Pollard and Season TicketsMike and Elliott return from a week away to find all sorts of off-field developments taking place. The arrival of defence specialist and NRL legend David Kidwell, the departure of Handre Pollard and questionable comms on season tickets dominate the chat, but there's plenty more churn around the squad to discuss too.
2025-03-031h 33The Rolling MaulStimmo - Tim Stimpson Interview, Coventry (A) ReviewMike and Elliott speak to Tigers' legendary fullback Tim Stimpson in a no-holds-barred rollercoaster of a journey through his Tigers career, largely involving fighting and public urination (allegedly!) (by others!). Mike also reveals a slightly mad challenge for later this year to raise some money for good causes whilst we unsuccessfully try our hand at commentating on the highlights of the win away at Coventry.
2025-02-191h 51The Rolling MaulLeaving Legacies - Nottingham (H) Review, Coventry (A) PreviewMike and Elliott churn through some chat regarding player retention, replacements for Cheika and a potential reshuffling of the coaching cabinet, before we turn our attention to a comprehensive yet frustrating win over Nottingham. We also look ahead to a tricky away fixture at Cov, and predict how the team will be shaping up for that...
2025-02-121h 18The Rolling MaulCheikout - CHEIKA OFF! Replacements discussion - Saints (H) Review, Nottingham (H) PreviewMike and Elliott deal, not for the first time, with the sad news that a head coach will be off following the confirmation that Michael Cheika will be leaving the club at the end of the season, and then have a deep dive into who will be filling the void next year. Plus, we are joined by Iain Morton to review the Premiership Cup win against Saints before looking ahead to another home fixture against Nottingham in the same competition.
2025-02-031h 51The Rolling MaulKingsholm Collapse - Gloucester (A) Review, Saints (H) PreviewMike and Elliott return after a week off to attempt, unsuccessfully, to solve the same old riddles that keep plaguing our beloved Tigers side after an officiating-inspired collapse against Gloucester sees an opportunity for a depleted Tigers side slip through their fingers. We also look into a raft of exciting re-signings and look ahead to what will likely be a heavily rotated fixture against our old friends, Northampton, in the Premiership Cup.
2025-01-291h 40The Rolling MaulFull Stimmo - Ulster (H) Review, Toulouse (A) PreviewMike and Elliott rave about Freddie Steward's goal kicking (does he remind you of a certain other legendary Tigers 15??) and Michael Cheika's hairdryer treatment as the boys overcome a slow start and show glimpses of brilliance in a comfortable win over Ulster. Next up are the reigning champions, Toulouse, where nothing less than an absolute thrashing of our French friends will be acceptable...
2025-01-151h 16The Rolling MaulThe Surgeon - Emeka Illione InterviewMike and Elliott go bonus podding by sitting down with young Tigers star Emeka Illione to ask him about the development of his game, balancing studies and rugby and finding out whether or not there is anything he is actually bad at...
2025-01-0817 minThe Rolling MaulLeaving it Late - Exeter (H) Review, Ulster (H) PreviewMike and Elliott take a breather after a pant-ruiningly tense game against Exeter which saw the boys come good at the end, another bonus point win but one which still leaves a number of questions unanswered. Plus, we talk about some potential good news around the corner to be shared by the club and look ahead to the visit of Ulster in the European Cup.
2025-01-061h 35The Rolling MaulOl' King Cole - Harlequins (A) Review, Exeter (H) PreviewMike and Elliott awaken from their festive slumbers to relive a nerve-shredding draw - unbelievably, the third consecutive Big Game draw - against Harlequins. Questions around consistency and defence continue to rear their unwelcome heads, but we take solace in the fact that we were rescued by a last minute screamer from Dan Cole. We then turn our attention to an opportunity to get back on the horse proper against an Exeter side coming in off the back of their first league victory of the season in a Double Header at MWWR.
2024-12-301h 40The Rolling MaulThe Nightmare before Christmas - Bristol (H) Review, Quins (A) PreviewMike and Elliott wonder who was on Santa's naughty list to deserve the drubbing handed out by the brilliant Bears as an unwelcome early Christmas gift. We look at what went wrong in an afternoon to forget before hauling ourselves back together with some festive cheer to look ahead to the Big Game against Harlequins, and celebrate some important re-signings.
2024-12-231h 30The Rolling MaulSharknado - Sharks (H) Review, Bristol Bears (H) PreviewMike and Elliott celebrate an emphatic win over the Hollywood Bet Sharks and purr at the attacking plan that looks to be coming together. We chat through some key re-signings, rumoured comings and goings, and look forward to a festive bash against the Bears.
2024-12-181h 30The Rolling MaulWarriors - Bordeaux (A) Review, Sharks (H) Preview Mike and Elliott look back at a bonkers game in Bordeaux which saw the boys go down fighting against a vastly better funded and star-packed Bordeaux pack, and ask how close Tigers were to a monumental upset. Plus we get excited about the prospect of some Sharks (and some brai) coming to town...
2024-12-111h 12The Rolling MaulThe Bogey - Sale (A) Review, Bordeaux (A) PreviewMike and Elliott lament an all-too-familiar implosion for the boys as they go down against their bogey side, Sale, away from home and try to pick apart what went wrong. It doesn't get any easier next week though, as we also look ahead to a daunting trip to French powerhouses, Bordeaux.
2024-12-021h 04The Rolling MaulSignings, Sightings and Sale - Nottingham (A) Review, Sale (A) PreviewMike and Elliott discuss new signings, mysterious sightings and a traditionally ominous fixture away at Sale...a fixture for which we're carrying, cautiously, a tad more hope than usual.
2024-11-2754 minThe Rolling MaulMysteries, Monies and Monstrosities - Nottingham (A) PreviewMike and Elliott returned after an unscheduled week off to discuss a whole bag of news and rumours - Where is Corne Beets? What can we garner from the latest set of accounts? How sh*t is the latest franchise idea being banded about? We also look ahead to a Premiership Cup match at Nottingham, which will hopefully see the boys regain some momentum ahead of the Premiership restart.
2024-11-181h 03The Rolling MaulWand Waving - Saints (A) Review, Coventry (H) PreviewMike and Elliott are joined by new signing and former Cov star Will Wand to discuss outside centre skills, the step up from champ to premiership rugby, and tedious name puns. Plus we pull apart a disappointing display away at Franklins Gardens before looking ahead to bouncing back against Coventry at the weekend.
2024-11-051h 23The Rolling MaulIzzy, Izzy, the Pinball Wizzy - Sarries (A) Review, Saints (A) PreviewMike and Elliott enjoy another unnecessarily tense victory, but also savour the rare taste of a win at Saracens', which comes of a side of sitting pretty second in the league. We also look ahead to seeing some emerging talent take centre stage in the Premiership Cup and drop in a new, very basic feature for sh*ts and giggles.
2024-10-301h 24The Rolling MaulThe Brothers of Destruction - Saints (H) Review, Gloucester (H) PreviewMike and Elliott jump headfirst into a packed podcast which pulls apart the Derby Day triumph over Northampton Saints, revels in the new bruising yet confrontational style which is brewing, and look ahead to the Slater Cup against an unpredictable Gloucester side. Plus, Mike gets overly excited about a new nickname duet he's coined and wants to trademark.
2024-10-161h 33The Rolling MaulExcessive Eye Contact - Newcastle (A) Review, Saints (H) PreviewMike and Elliott seethe over the rank injustice of another RFU ban for a Tigers employee, and struggle to contain themselves at what the apparent standard for "disrespect" is. We also review a comfortable win over Newcastle, asking ourselves how much we can really take from it, before looking ahead to another bruising derby day.
2024-10-081h 12The Rolling MaulThe Eve of Battle... - Exeter (A) PreviewMike and Elliott rip through a punchy podcast to look ahead to an intriguing season opener against the Exeter Chiefs and wonder why on earth nobody is banging the drum for an Anglo-Welsh league.
2024-09-1846 minThe Rolling MaulCozza - Martin Corry Interview, Nottingham (H) Review, Scarlets (H) PreviewMike and Elliott have the privilege of being joined by Tigers legend Martin Corry to chat about long lunches, glory years and young talent, whilst separately casting an eye over what the first pre-season game against Nottingham promised for the season ahead and looking at what we want to see next up against the Scarlets.
2024-09-041h 19The Rolling MaulWho Gives a Shirt? - Premiership Preview, Nottingham (H) PreviewMike and Elliott behold a magnificent new European jersey, get excited about Fijian international Ben Volavola popping up and make idiots of themselves by predicting how the rest of the Premiership will fare this year. Do not use our guesswork as gambling advice. Even more hopeless than our league predictions are our stabs at what the Tigers XV will look like ahead of the season-opening friendly against Nottingham on Friday night...
2024-08-281h 14The Rolling MaulThe Cheika Era BeginsMike and Elliott herald in a new season with some cautious optimism (having learned their lesson from indulging in the full-blown variety). We look at what Cheika will do differently to McKellar, what we can look forward to seeing on the field and list our predictions for the upcoming season. Plus, Mike drops a bombshell...
2024-08-211h 10The Rolling MaulEMERGENCY POD - Dan McKellar Leaves!Mike and Elliott fire up the dreaded "emergency podcast" klaxon and awake from their peacefully chaotic summer slumbers to react to the stunning news that Dan McKellar has left the Tigers "by mutual consent". We look at whether or not it's the right call, the bizarre timing of the announcement and who is likely to step into the breach. Plus we chat through new signings, new coaches and new threads, just to keep things light.
2024-06-2445 minThe Rolling MaulThe End of Season ReviewMike and Elliott are joined by Radio Leicester's Adam Whitty and the LTW Fancast's Jacob Bassford to wrap up a complicated and ultimately disappointing season for the Tigers. What went wrong? Can it be fixed? And by how many points will we top the league next year?! Warning: may involve deluded optimism.
2024-05-291h 38The Rolling MaulBlueprint? - Chiefs (H) ReviewMike and Elliott enjoy a meaningless-yet-important win in the final game of the season for Tigers, one that hopefully points at brighter days to enjoy come September. We pay a tearful tribute to some departing legends and assess what the performance says about the way the team wants to play.
2024-05-221h 12The Rolling MaulFizzling Out - Sale (A) Review, Exeter (H) PreviewMike and Elliott endure a review of yet another loss as the wheels sadly come off for this season, but as always we try to find some rational reasons as to why and find some positives...even if it looks like they will only be in play next season. We look forward to a last hurrah for some club icons who will sadly be leaving the club after facing Exeter Chiefs, and then dust off the hot sauce bottle for a transfer rumour that should leave a hint of a smile on your face.
2024-05-131h 10The Rolling MaulNew Kids on the Block - Georgia Black Lion (H) Review, Sale (A) PreviewMike and Elliott enjoy the positivity brought to the club by a youthful Tigers XV as they put away an experienced Georgia Black Lion side in an exhibition game and ask the key questions - who is the star of the future, if not now, and whose morale can they damage with another bad nickname? We also look forward to the dreaded Sale away fixture, which has rarely been a happy hunting ground - but surely that has to change soon?
2024-05-071h 01The Rolling MaulFallout at Franklins - Joe Heyes Interview, Northampton (A) Review, Bristol (H) PreviewMike and Elliott drag themselves in front of the mic to chat about a crushing loss away at Northampton, a defeat that may spell the end of Tigers' playoff hopes. As always, we try to find some reason and some positives in the performance, before picking ourselves back up to have a chat to old mate Joe Heyes and to get behind the boys ahead of a tasty fixture at Welford Road against a red-hot Bears side.
2024-04-231h 22The Rolling MaulFallout at Franklins - Northampton (A) Review, Bristol (H) PreviewMike and Elliott drag themselves in front of the mic to chat about a crushing loss away at Northampton, a defeat that may spell the end of Tigers' playoff hopes. As always, we try to find some reason and some positives in the performance, before picking ourselves back up to get behind the boys ahead of a tasty fixture at Welford Road against a red-hot Bears side.
2024-04-221h 04The Rolling MaulA Dangerous Derby Day - Northampton (A) Preview with Charlie MorganMike and Elliott are joined by Daily Telegraph journalist Charlie Morgan as we prepare for a crucial fixture at Franklins Gardens against Northampton Saints. We look at Tigers' chances against a team in (begrudgingly) red hot form, look for droplets of hope to cling on to and, crushingly, say goodbye to some pod favourites after Tigers announced their leaving list.
2024-04-1653 minThe Rolling MaulLeinster'd but Proud - Leinster (A) ReviewMike and Elliott live back a brilliant but blustery weekend in Dublin, dampened only by a defeat to Ireland/Leinster. We look at what there was to love about the performance and how it could set the tone for the Premiership run-in.
2024-04-0955 minThe Rolling MaulCheesed Off - Gloucester (H) Review, Newcastle (A) PreviewMike and Elliott endure talking about another defeat to Gloucester in the Cheese Derby / Slater Cup and ponder what it means for Tigers' playoff hopes. We search for some positives before looking ahead to a tricky fixture away at Newcastle with their pesky, gobby coach - Mr Steve Diamond.
2024-03-261h 14The Rolling MaulShambles at the Shed - Gloucester Prem Cup Final Review, Gloucester (H) PreviewMike and Elliott bemoan a crushingly disappointing display that saw a chance of silverware slip away at Kingsholm, before looking forward to an immediate chance of revenge in the league at home against Gloucester. Plus, we look at 3 rumoured-but-soon-to-be-confirmed signings and get a wee bit excited about what they have to offer.
2024-03-191h 22The Rolling MaulRugby Returns! - Premiership Cup Final v Gloucester (A) PreviewMike and Elliott celebrate not just a fantastic display by the Tigers boys in international colours, but also the return of rugby and the chance of silverware in the Premiership Cup Final against Gloucester at Kingsholm.
2024-03-111h 02The Rolling MaulThe Andrea Pinchen InterviewMike and Elliott are fortunate enough to be joined by the Tigers CEO Andrea Pinchen as we talk about season tickets, club communication, sustainability, recruitment and, most importantly, her favourite curry.
2024-03-0549 minThe Rolling MaulThe Ealing Conundrum - Tom Whiteley Interview, Tigers Women Catch Up with Jess Bunyard, Ealing (A) PreviewMike and Elliott look forward to a return for action as the boys take on Ealing in the semi-finals of the Premiership Cup, joined by Tigers scrum half Tom Whiteley in the process to chat about getting back after a mid-season break, developing his game and having the balls the shout at some of the mutants in the Leicester pack. Plus, Jess Bunyard of the LTW Fancast drops in to chat about the progression of the women's side following an emphatic derby win and how we can look to improve engagement going forward.
2024-02-131h 35The Rolling MaulThe Mid-Season Debate - Tigers Forum with Adam Whitty, John Wiffen and Ethan ClampAs we enter the mid-season break, Mike and Elliott host the Rolling Maul's fist Tigers' Forum-Debate-Thing, with Adam Whitty (Radio Leicester), John Wiffen (Leicester Mercury) and Ethan Clamp (Leicester Tigers Memes). On the topics for discussion - what do we make of the rumours of Saudi investment in the club, how is the team performing and where can they improve, who has shone so far and, critically, does Mike Brown drink the blood of his enemies to remain forever young?
2024-02-061h 39The Rolling MaulSlice of Luck - Quins (H) ReviewMike and Elliott take a smug amount of pleasure in reviewing a critical away win at the Stoop for Tigers which catapults them right back into the thick of the playoff race. We take a look at why Tigers deserved this victory, notwithstanding the large dollop of fortune at the end, and why there is much to be optimistic about heading into the 6 Nations break. Plus, we look at some of the rumours floating around on the number 8 and loosehead prop front.
2024-01-291h 22The Rolling MaulCan anyone here play tighthead prop?! - Leinster (H) Review, Harlequins (A) PreviewMike and Elliott are joined by sports journalist John Wiffen as they review another case of the blues against Leinster before looking ahead to a crunch fixture against Harlequins, with both sides depleted by international call ups. Plus, we wonder what the solution could be as the absentee list leaves us down to the bare bones in the 3 shirt...
2024-01-241h 34The Rolling MaulBully Boys - La Rochelle (A) Review, Leinster (H) PreviewMike and Elliott sift through the ashes of a brutal loss against a big, mean gang of bullies at La Rochelle, pick through the issues of the Tigers' attack, but still look for crumbs of comfort to take into the next daunting fixture, at home against Leinster. We preview that one and wonder if this represents the best chance to get the big blue monkey off our backs...
2024-01-171h 36The Rolling MaulYou Rebel Scrum - Saracens (H) Review, Nick Mullins Interview, La Rochelle (A) PreviewMike and Elliott are joined by the voice of rugby, TNT Sports commentator Nick Mullins, to chat about the state of the game in England and Tigers progress under Dan McKellar. We also bask in the glory of a crucial win against Saracens and a dominant scrummaging display, before warily eying up a monster of a challenge away at double Champions Cup winners La Rochelle.
2024-01-092h 15The Rolling MaulStarting the New Year with a Splash - Charlie Clare Interview, Bath (H) Review, Saracens (H) PreviewMike and Elliott welcome in 2024 with Tigers hooker Charlie Clare as the rehabbing stalwart chats injury, how the squad is pulling together with some huge games on the horizon, and Christmas feasts. Plus, we review a solid 5 point win over Bath to finish 2023 on a high, look ahead to a crunch encounter (and double-header with the women's side!) against Saracens, as well as pumping out some juicy rumours for Jasper's replacement in the 8 shirt...
2024-01-021h 54The Rolling MaulBaby Squad on Tour - Stade Francais (A) Review with Adam Whitty, Exeter (A) PreviewMike and Elliott are joined by BBC Radio Leicester host Adam Whitty to revel in a young Tigers' side's remarkable win away against French giants Stade Francais, paying special homage to the Vane Train and Harry Wells, the Prince of Paris, in the process.We also look ahead to a tough and pivotal fixture against a superbly drilled Exeter side at Sandy Park, as well as looking at potential replacements following the sad news that Jasper Wiese will be off at the end of the season.
2023-12-191h 50The Rolling MaulSurviving the Storm - Stormers (H) Review, Stade Francais (A) PreviewMike and Elliott breathe a sigh of relief after seeing the Tigers avoid a major banana skin against the heavily rotated Stormers in the Champions Cup and wonder what it must be like to incur the wrath of McKellar. We also check out some frightening options for the 13 jersey for our Nails XV and look ahead to a challenging trip to Paris to face old rivals Stade Francais.
2023-12-131h 36The Rolling MaulPiece of Cake - Interview with Dr Josh Smalley from Great British Bake Off Interview, Newcastle (H) Review with Charles Richardson, Stormers (H) PreviewMike and Elliott sit on their soggy bottoms to chat to the people's champion of the Great British Bake Off and huge Tigers fan, Dr Josh Smalley, about his experiences in the tent, playing rugby and following Leicester through thick and thin. Plus, we keep things high brow by chatting to Charles Richardson of the Daily Telegraph about the big home win against Newcastle, before turning our attention to the Champions Cup opener at Welford Road against South African side, the Stormers.
2023-12-052h 02The Rolling MaulSuffocating Saints - Northampton (H) Review with George Chuter, Gloucester (A) Preview with Sam RobertsMike and Elliott are joined by East Midlands derby veteran and Tigers legend George Chuter to review a scappy yet hugely important win over Northampton, reminiscing about his silky ball skills in the process. Plus, commentator Sam Roberts joins us to talk about the upcoming Slater Cup match against Gloucester and his work with the ex-Tigers and Cheery-and-Whites favourite, and we find time to name the toughest, lippiest scrum half to have ever worn the Leicester jersey.
2023-11-191h 49The Rolling MaulSo close, so far... - Archie Vanes Interview, Quins (H) Review, Saints (H) Preview with Bobby BridgeMike and Elliott find that a sober rewatch of a frustrating loss to Quins shows real signs of progression, and are then joined by former Leicester Mercury journalist Bobby Bridge, now plying his trade at Franklins Gardens having turned to the dark side, to look ahead to the East Midlands derby. Plus, we chat to young hooker Archie Vanes about coming through the ranks as a budding member of the ABC club, and how the team will fix their lineout worries.
2023-11-142h 11The Rolling MaulStung at the Stone-X - Saracens (A) Review, Quins (H) PreviewMike and Elliott pick apart a tough loss at Saracens where the major talking point was one side resting their returning World Cup stars, and the other...well...not. We find shoots of promise before turning our attention to a home fixture against Quins which should see some serious cavalry return, as well as naming some niggly little so-and-sos as options for the 9 shirt in our Nails XV.
2023-11-071h 53The Rolling MaulThe Kick - McKellar Rumours, Bath (A) Review, Saracens (A) Preview with FezcastMike and Elliott reflect on two significant kicks over the weekend, Jamie's Shillcock's last minute winner against Bath, and the kick in the preverbials as we come to terms with rumours that Rugby Australia want Dan McKellar to replace the disastrous Eddie Jones. Plus, we speak to Fezcast ahead of the game against Saracens and take a peek at some bully-boy number 8s for our Nails XV.
2023-10-311h 51The Rolling MaulStalled Start - Sale (H) Review, Bath (A) PreviewMike and Elliott return from their (separate!) trips abroad to find Tigers still struggling to find their groove against Sale. We try to decipher where things are going wrong during a disappointing start, look ahead to a tricky trip to the Rec to play an in-form Bath side, and Mike reveals his dislike of American tour groups.
2023-10-251h 28The Rolling MaulBristol Blues - Bristol (A) Review, Sale (H) PreviewMike and Elliott host a shortened podcast due to work/holiday commitments but that's probably for the best as they face up to a sobering evening at Ashton Gate as the Tigers crash to a disappointing loss against Bristol. We also look at how the boys may find redemption against Sale at Welford Road on Saturday, as well as naming a proper nutter at blindside in our Nails XV.
2023-10-1659 minThe Rolling MaulThe Night Before Bris-mas - Tom Varndell Interview, Preview of Bristol (A) with Bears Beyond the Gate and Review of Bedford (A)Mike and Elliott host a jam packed episode which features an interview with former Tigers try scoring machine (now smooth radio commentator) Tom Varndell, before previewing the big Premiership kick off against Bristol with Pete Brearley from the Bears Beyond the Gate podcast. Plus, we review a tough loss for a young side at Bedford and look at the options for the 6 shirt in our Nails XV feature.
2023-10-101h 42The Rolling MaulFalcons Felled - Joe Woodward Interview, Falcons (H) Review, Bedford (A) Preview, Prem Season Preview Part 2Mike and Elliott are joined by young Tigers centre Joe Woodward to chat about his progression through the ranks, life in the McKellar era and, importantly, his worst housemate. Plus, we look back on an emphatic statement win over Newcastle, check in on the final Premiership Cup fixture away at Bedford and (finally) complete our wider season preview of the remaining Premiership Clubs.
2023-10-032h 05The Rolling MaulSeason Building... Ampthill (H) Review, Newcastle (H) PreviewMike and Elliott think things are starting to build nicely for Tigers after a convincing win over Ampthill in the Premiership Cup, but look for the side to take it up a notch in the upcoming crunch game against Newcastle, which will likely decide who tops the group.Plus, we look at some legendary locks for the Nails XV and wonder if the disastrous World Cup campaign for the Wallabies could have a knock on effect at Welford Road...
2023-09-271h 39The Rolling MaulScrap Sale - Sale (A) Review, Ampthill (H) PreviewMike and Elliott chat through a scrappy (but rare and welcome!) over Sale and dig a little deeper as to whether or not there are any off field drivers behind Tigers' strong team selections for the Cup. Plus, we look ahead to another new fixture at home to Ampthill, as well as hyping up an imaginary scrap between Julian White and Darren Garforth.
2023-09-191h 22The Rolling MaulBaby it's Caldy Outside - Austin Healey Interview, Caldy (H) Review, Sale (A) PreviewMike and Elliott are joined by Tigers legend Austin Healey to discuss his time at Tigers and the challenges of remaining impartial when commentating and wanting them to win every game 50-0. Plus, we review a tough win against a resilient Caldy side in the Premiership Cup, before looking ahead to a tricky fixture away at Sale in the same competition.
2023-09-111h 48The Rolling MaulFront Row Seats - Charlie Clare Interview, Nottingham (H) Review with Joe Heyes, Caldy (H) PreviewMike and Elliott host a front row bonanza, chatting with Tigers hooker Charlie Clare (long time/part time listener, first time caller) and reviewing the pre-season hit out against Nottingham with now regular guest, tighthead prop Joe Heyes. Plus, we look ahead to the first Premiership Cup fixture against Caldy, as well as throwing around the names of some genuine hard b*stards in our new feature, the "Nails XV".
2023-09-041h 57The Rolling MaulThe Dan Plan - Pre-season friendly preview v Nottingham, Premiership Predictions (Part 1)Mike and Elliott discuss some rumours, kits and injuries before looking ahead to Dan McKellar's first hit out against Nottingham in a pre-season friendly and taking a stab at what we hope to see in our first hit out of the year. Plus, we lay the groundwork for future humiliation by looking at Bath, Bristol, Exeter and Gloucester's prospects for the Premiership season.
2023-08-291h 38The Rolling MaulPretty in Pink? Kit rumours and Pre-Season PredictionsMike and Elliott carry on their in depth look at the Tigers squad, predicting who will be the player of the season, young player and the best newcomer, whilst also getting excited about a cheeky kit rumour doing the rounds...
2023-08-231h 02The Rolling MaulPre-Season KickaboutMike and Elliott usher in a new season of the Rolling Maul pod, taking in the latest news, running the rule over some tasty stash and making our calls on who will be players to watch this year.
2023-08-151h 08The Rolling MaulSeason 2, Signing Off - Freddie Burns and Joe Heyes Interviews, End of Season Awards with Chris EgertonMike and Elliott present a bumper season finale, chatting to King of Leicester Freddie Burns as he parties in Dunedin for the Highlanders, as well as having a natter with tighthead prop Joe Heyes about the season just gone, and what lies ahead. Plus, Tigers commentator Chris Egerton joins us to review our end of season awards and welcome in the Dan McKellar era.
2023-05-222h 19The Rolling MaulJourney's End - Sale (A) ReviewMike and Elliott review a heartbreaking but stirring effort against Sale in the Premiership semi-final, a loss that sees the season come to an end a little earlier than last time out. We look at the reasons for the defeat, and explore some of the huge positives to come out of it too.
2023-05-171h 20The Rolling MaulDamp Squib - Quins (H) Review, Sale (A) Preview, Cam Henderson InterviewMike and Elliott revisit some admittedly hazy memories of a frustrating loss to Quins in a pretty pants game, whilst trying to decipher what it all means (if anything at all) for the huge playoff clash away at Sale on Sunday. Plus, we're joined by Tigers' (and soon to be Scotland) giant, Cam Henderson, to chat through his remarkable journey over the last 12 months and discover how much credit he personally takes for the boys' upturn in form...
2023-05-091h 31The Rolling MaulEverything and Nothing to Play For - Harlequins (H) ReviewMike and Elliott cast an eye over the heartbreaking loss for the Tigers Women in the Playoff Final, whilst going giddy about their season as a whole, before looking ahead to the last home game of the season against the up-and-down Quins. Plus, we announce the Head Coach (AKA the Godfather) of our Ultimate Pro Era XV.
2023-05-021h 08The Rolling MaulThe Thumb Twiddlers - Previewing Tigers Women's Final with Vicky Macqueen, Rugby Mini-Forum with Charles RichardsonThe devil finds work for idle hands, so Mike and Elliott make the most of a couple of weeks off for the Tigers men's side by previewing the Women's playoff final with head coach Vicky Macqueen, before engaging in a mini "rugby forum" with the Telegraph's rugby correspondent, Charles Richardson - discussing everything from Tigers' season, to Dan McKellar, to the tackle height changes (where the phrase "four fingers below the nipple" is uttered).
2023-04-241h 44The Rolling MaulCenturions - Exeter (H) ReviewMike and Elliott get all giddy as they review a record-breaking bashing of the Chiefs, whilst celebrating 100 Premiership Tries for Chris Ashton and 300 Tigers appearances for Ben Youngs. Plus, we round off the Ultimate Pro Era XV in some serious style.
2023-04-191h 48The Rolling MaulLessons in Leinster - Leinster (A) Review, Exeter (H) PreviewMike and Elliott take an honest look at a Heineken Cup humbling, but try to add some context and extract some positives from a convincing defeat at the hands of one of the best club sides in the world. Plus, we look forward to getting back on the horse on the domestic front with a crucial game against Exeter, and announce a bumper vote for the back 3 in the Ultimate Pro Era XV, largely thanks to Elon's threats to shut down twitter polls...
2023-04-121h 27The Rolling MaulSteve Diamond's Motivational Speeches - Edinburgh (H) Review, Leinster (A) PreviewMike and Elliott review the dog fight against Edinburgh and consider whether or not Steve Diamond should be more careful with who he decides to wind up in the future.Plus, we take a look at some hulking options for the 11 shirt for our Ultimate XV before turning our attention to the mother of all challenges, a quarter final away at the mighty Leinster, and ask - how possible is the impossible?
2023-04-031h 31The Rolling MaulThe Silence of the Lam - Bristol (H) Review, Edinburgh (H) PreviewMike and Elliott relive one of Tigers' best performances of the season following a comprehensive win over Bristol, a win which provides an enormous boost to our playoff hopes. Plus, we speak to the Casual Scottish Rugby blog's Iain Naylor for an insight into our European Cup opponents, Edinburgh, and look at some mighty contenders for the 13 shirt in the Ultimate XV.
2023-03-271h 56The Rolling MaulBacky and the Bears - Neil Back Interview, Bristol Preview (H)Mike and Elliott are joined by Tigers royalty, Neil Back, the winner of multiple Premiership titles, back to back European titles and a cheeky World Cup medal, to talk about what success looked like for his Tigers and England sides, and how it may manifest itself within the current crop of Leicester players. Plus, we preview a huge clash with Bristol with Pete Brealey from the Bears Beyond the Gate podcast, and look at inside centres for the Ultimate Pro Era XV.
2023-03-211h 50The Rolling MaulKingsholm Owned - Gloucester (A) Review with Martin CrowsonMike and Elliott are joined by former Leicester Mercury sports writer Martin Crowson to sift through a dominant win (well, second half) against Gloucester and look at what it means for playoff hopes and beyond. Plus, we turn our attention to the battle of the generals as we pit two of the club's great tactical brains against each other in our Ultimate Pro Era XV feature.
2023-03-141h 12The Rolling MaulFour Cup Finals and a Packet of Crisps - Bath (H) Review, Gloucester (A) PreviewMike and Elliott and joined by Jess Bunyard to revel in the side's comprehensive win over Bath, as well as pondering our best second-row combination. We also use some beer mat maths to figure out if there's any margin for error going forward as the Tigers hunt the playoffs. We look forward to the first of those cup finals against Gloucester at Kingsholm, and announce the winner of the number 8 shirt in our Ultimate Pro Era XV.
2023-03-061h 39The Rolling MaulA Team of Gandalfs - Matt Toomua Interview, London Irish (A) Review, Bath (H) PreviewMike and Elliott are joined by former Tiger and Wallaby Matt Toomua to chat about his rollercoaster time at Tigers and what fans can expect from incoming headcoach Dan McKellar. Plus, we eulogise about the team's goal-line defence after a second successive backs-to-the-wall win, before previewing a critical home game against Bath.
2023-02-281h 51The Rolling MaulEMERGENCY POD - Dan McKellar, Leicester Tigers' New Head CoachMike and Elliott react to the news that Wallabies assistant coach and former Brumbies boss Dan McKellar will be taking over at Tigers, and try to offer a smidge of insight as to what this means for the club.
2023-02-2323 minThe Rolling MaulThe Golden Oldies - Nic Dolly Interview, Sarries (H) Review and Irish (A) PreviewMike and Elliott look back over a pant-wettingly tense encounter with Saracens, where a backline consisting of dad's army prevailed in a battle of pure guts and determination, before looking ahead to a devilishly tricky encounter with London Irish. Plus, Tigers hooker Nic Dolly drops by to chat rehab, returns and raw second row power, and Elliott explains the significance and concern surrounding the latest financial news at the club.
2023-02-211h 49The Rolling MaulSarries Showdown - Saracens (H) Preview with Fezcast, Vicky Macqueen and Katie Childs InterviewMike and Elliott endure yet another week without the Tigers' mens side playing, but the women continue their unstoppable march and head coach Vicky Macqueen and centre Katie Childs stop by to discuss what the future holds for the side at the top level. Plus, we preview the mens' crucial showdown against runaway leaders Saracens with fellow fan pod, Fezcast, and get stuck into blindside options for the Ultimate Pro Era XV.
2023-02-141h 29The Rolling MaulAnother Two Bite the Dust - Coaching Changes, Sam Larner InterviewMike and Elliott run through the options for head honcho following the news that Richard Wigglesworth and Aled Walters will be leaving to join Steve in the England set up, before being joined by the fantastic Sam Larner, rugby data expert, who helps us pinpoint what exactly Andrea and the team will be looking for in their hunt for a replacement.
2023-02-071h 35The Rolling MaulSelf-Destruction Derby - Saints (H) ReviewMike and Elliott face up to the first derby day defeat under the watch of this podcast and try to pick out the positives from another narrow defeat, despite it feeling like another step backwards. Plus, we cast our eye over a raft of exciting signings for next season and announce the winner of the tighthead jersey in the Ultimate Pro-Era XV feature.
2023-01-311h 11The Rolling MaulTwo Men, One Postbox - Tom Croft Interview, Clermont (A) Review and Ospreys (H) Preview with Squidge RugbyIn a bumper episode, Mike and Elliott are joined by Tigers legend Tom Croft to chat about his induction to life as forward at Leicester, highlights of his career and the perils of being a housemate with the Youngs brothers. Plus, the brilliant Squidge Rugby of youtube fame joins us to preview the match up against his beloved Ospreys, and that's all in addition to our review of a redemption victory away in Clermont and our assessment of the options for the number 2 shirt in the Pro-era Ultimate XV.
2023-01-172h 28The Rolling MaulWhine on the Tyne - Sam Harrison Interview, Newcastle (A) Review, Clermont (A) PreviewMike and Elliott avoid hitting the panic button as they address a second consecutive humbling in the North, this time against the Falcons. To help them make sense of it all, legend Shazam Harrison pops in from down under to talk about what it's like as a player losing coaches halfway through a season, and dealing with grumpy fans. Plus, we preview a trip to Clermont in the European Champions' Cup, and turn our attention to selecting the ultimate Pro-Era Tigers XV.
2023-01-112h 06The Rolling MaulWiggyball - Gloucester (H) Review, Sale (A) PreviewMike and Elliott welcome in the Era of Wiggyball following a feisty festive scrap with the Cherry and Whites and look ahead to a crucial encounter against Sale on a cold, wet Friday night in Salford. Plus, we announce the winner of the #WorldCupofSteve and look at the options for Head Coaches of the Homegrown and Import XVs.
2022-12-291h 31The Rolling MaulThe End of an Era - Borthwick departure reaction, Clermont (H) Review, Gloucester (H) PreviewThe inevitable is confirmed and, with Steve Borthwick and Sir Kev now anointed as the saviours of England, Mike and Elliott look back at their legacy and what the future holds for the club. Plus, we review a tough win against Clermont and look ahead to a Wiggy Biggy - Richard Wigglesworth's first game as head coach, against Gloucester.
2022-12-201h 29The Rolling MaulBig Shirts to Fill - Irish (H) Review, Bristol (A) Preview with Bears Beyond the Gate PodcastMike and Elliott review the long-awaited but worryingly nervy win at home against London Irish, before previewing the next fixture against Bristol with our west country counterparts, Bears Beyond the Gate. Plus we deal with a controversial outcome in the votes for the 11 shirt in our Homegrown Hero feature.
2022-11-291h 38The Rolling MaulHomeward Bound - Calum Green Interview, London Irish (H) PreviewMike and Elliott are joined by the lineout general himself, Mr Calum Green, to nause all over the set piece technicalities, Tigers' start to the season and his favourite moments across two stints at the club. Plus, we chat through what we can take from a Premiership Cup win against Saracens and look forward to the long-awaited return of Premiership Rugby at Welford Road, with London Irish coming to town.
2022-11-221h 45The Rolling MaulCrackers about Bath Time - Olly Cracknell Interview, Bath (A) Preview with the Bath Rugby PlugMike and Elliott are joined by their Bath Rugby podcast counterparts to preview the renewing of an old rivalry at the Rec on Friday, plus we're joined by new enforcer Olly Cracknell, a man who seems born to be a Tigers forward. Plus, we chat about the double header, new signing rumours and a controversial option at 12 for the Homegrown Heroes XV.
2022-11-071h 25The Rolling MaulDouble-header, Triple-guester - Hanro Liebenberg, Georgia Westwood and Bobby BridgeWith no match to review but a historic double header at Welford Road to look forward to, Mike and Elliott are joined by men's skipper Hanro Liebenberg and women's second row Georgia Westwood to chat about their respective seasons so far. Plus, Bobby Bridge joins us to discuss the situation at Wasps and Tigers' new signing, Charlie Atkinson.
2022-11-011h 39The Rolling MaulSkewered Lam - Joe Heyes Interview, Bristol (H) Review, Leinster (H) Preview with Harpin' on RugbyIn a bumper episode, Mike and Elliott are joined by rugby coach Jess Bunyard to chat through a Bristol game which proved a fitting send off for Tom Youngs and provided more than adequate vengeance for Scrumgate. Joe Heyes also stops by to chat about all things Tigers - but especially scrums - and we're joined by Leinster podcaster, Jeff (from Harpin' on Rugby), to look ahead to a titanic Champions Cup quarter final.
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