The British & Irish Lions survive Sydney with a slippery win against NSW Waratahs 10-21. Join Graham Simmons and former 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davies on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the rugby.
"Simmo" and "Foxy" reflect on a rough game, reacting to the Lions helter-skelter handling, striding set-piece, the Waratahs jackling prowess and what it’s like to be coached by Andy Farrell. Is this why Owen Farrell’s experience was called upon? Which combos will face the Brumbies next week? Don't miss this analysis of the tour's fourth match and what it means for the path to the Wallabies series.
"Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, and went on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs.
The Quick Tap is sponsored by Continental Tyres
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🛞 00:00 - Strap in with Continental Tyres
🤔 01:51 - Are The Lions Trying Too Hard?
💪 03:57 - Jackling GIANT Gamble
⚠️ 05:01 - Caution Wet Floor
🤯 07:50 - The Positives: Huw Jones is HUNGRY
📞 10:45 - Is This Why Owen Got The Call?
🛠️ 12:30 - How Foxy Would Fix It
🔥 17:30 - The Wallabies Want CHAOS
📦 22:00 - The Total Package, Delivered By DHL
🧩 23:10 - Combos To Battle The Brumbies
🏉 26:00 - Life Under Andy Farrell
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Owen Farrell IS BACK!
Graham Simmons and 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davies discuss Owen Farrell’s monumental return to the British and Irish Lions, making him the 5th player EVER to partake in 4 tours.
"Simmo" and "Foxy" sink their teeth into Andy Farrell's freshly picked Lions XV poised to face the NSW Waratahs, as well as the Lions crushing 12-52 victory over the Reds. Is Owen match ready? Is Andy Farrell playing games with Joe Schmidt with a 6-2 bench? Can we see a first Test team emerging? With Tadhg Beirne at the helm and Blair Kinghorn joining the fray, don't miss this crucial breakdown as the 2025 Lions era heats up!
"Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, working on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs.
GBR's Lions Coverage is sponsored by Continental Tyres
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🛞 00:00 - Strap in with Continental Tyres
🫡 01:06 - Commiserations Elliot Daly
🦁 02:23 - Owen Farrell Is A Lion For THE 4TH TIME
🗞️ 07:17 - Managing The Press
🌳 09:06 - Lions XV Team Squad V NSW Waratahs... AKA The Shrubs
🤔 12:03 - Who Will Start The First Test?
🔍 19:50 - Reviewing The Reds Game: Is Farrell Toying With Schmidt?
📦 22:03 - The Total Package, Delivered By DHL
💥 25:46 - Will The Bench Dictate All?
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Conor Murray: Calm Through the Storm
Settle in, Dream Team! This is one of GBR’s longest and most in-depth episodes, featuring Irish and Lions legend Conor Murray. Known for his humble demeanour and cool head amidst the storms of professional rugby, Murray, offers a truly insightful look back. He shares candid reflections on three British & Irish Lions tours and four Rugby World Cups. Discover the fascinating dynamic of playing alongside, the likes of Johnny Sexton & Owen Farrell. Plus, the team dives deep into the latest Lions tour action, injury updates, and genius of Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt.
Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres
00:00:00 🛞 Meet Conor Murray
00:04:14 🔁 R360 Update
00:27:21 🦁 2013: First Time Lion
00:30:17🏉 2017: Lions No.9
00:35:24🤝 Playing with Sexton & Farrell
00:42:00 🔴 Captaining the Lions
00:51:00👋 Leaving Munster
01:03:16🌱 Peter O'Mahony: Lawn Perfectionist
01:06:05🕊 Axel Foley Tribute
01:10:00☘️ Greatest Days in Green
01:15:00🏆 Winning Down Under
01:18:45💔 World Cup Hurt
01:23:34🦁 Lions Team v Reds
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🦁O’Neill’s Live Show - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gbr-x-oneills-mens-lions-preview-show-tickets-1408518439569?aff=oddtdtcreator
🇦🇺Sydney Live Show https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/the-good-the-bad-the-rugby-%E2%80%93-live-show/181667?previewId=A6935A80-427F-11F0-B10D-EFE2262313DD
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Lions HALF CENTURY in Perth
The British & Irish Lions strike hot on Australian soil with a sizzling 7-54 victory against Western Force in Perth. Join Graham Simmons and former Lion Hamish Watson on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the rugby.
"Simmo" and “Mish rip into the action, reacting to the Lions blitz defence, restarts, the power of Pollock and the flair of Fin Russell. With Tomos Williams sustaining a hamstring injury, will Farrell be calling up another 9? Don't miss this analysis of the tour's second match and what it means for the path to the Wallabies series.
"Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, and went on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs.
The Quick Tap is sponsored by Continental Tyres
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🛞 00:00 - Strap in with Continental Tyres
⚡️ 01:09 - An Electric Start For The Lions
📋 05:05 - Work Ons: Restarts, Discipline, Territory
🔮 09:21 - A Sign Of Things To Come?
😤 10:46 - FEAR The Bench
🧑⚖️ 12:05 - Ben O'Keeffe’s Referee Game
🚑 14:42 - Dial 999: Tomos Williams Injured?
🔟 16:24 - Fin Russell FLAIR
📦 18:42 - The Total Package, Delivered By DHL
⚖️ 25:51 - How Does Farrell Weight Up This Win?
🧪28:04 - Picking The Perfect Combo
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Pollock UNLEASHED at 8: Lions XV Reaction
Graham Simmons and 2021 Lion Hamish Watson dive into Andy Farrell's greatly anticipated second British & Irish Lions XV for the 2025 Tour. With Western Force poised to strike, the lads dissect the selections, the battle for test spots, and Farrell’s key selection changes made since Dublin. Has Farrell got the chemistry right? Massive moments await as Dan Sheehan debuts as captain and Pollock starts at 8. Don't miss this crucial breakdown as the 2025 Lions era heats up!
"Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, working on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs.
GBR's Lions Coverage is sponsored by Continental Tyres
#Rugby #Podcast
🛞 00:00 - Strap in with Continental Tyres
🦁 01:39 - Farrell’s Second Lions XV UNPICKED
🔍 06:44 - Broader Picture: Who Haven’t We Seen Yet?
🧪 10:23 - Blend Of The Back Row
🧠 13:05 - Memory Lane: Watson’s 2021 Lions Tour TRY
🤝 19:00 - Bonded By The Jersey
🤔 22:10 - Why Won’t Joe Schmidt Release Players?
🃏 27:00 - The Lions Top Trump Card
💪 28:26 - Power Of The Bench
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James Haskell, Mike Tindall and Alex Payne return for season five of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby. Expect more great guests, insight, laughter and tears.
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