Lions guru Graham Simmons and 2005 Lion Shane Horgan sink their teeth into Andy Farrell's hotly anticipated first British & Irish Lions XV for the 2025 Tour. With Argentina standing in their way in Dublin, the lads dissect the selections, the battle for test spots, and why the Pumas will be flying into this game like players possessed. From Tadhg Furlong's fitness to the emotional weight of pulling on that red jersey, we explore the immense pressure and unique alchemy of the Lions' opening act. Don't miss this crucial breakdown as the 2025 Lions era officially begins!
"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
00:00:00 🚗 - Strap in with Continental Tyres
00:03:30 🦁 - Farrell's First Lions XV Unveiled
00:04:30 🩺 - Tadhg Furlong's Fitness Under Spotlight
00:10:06 🔥 - Argentina Bring "Players Possessed" Mentality
00:13:38 😨 - Lions Loss in Opening Game: A Potential "Disaster”?
00:15:42 🤝 - Aki and Tuipulotu Partnership
00:21:49 ❤️ - What pulling on the Red Lions Jersey Means
00:25:06 ⏱️ - Immense Pressure in Limited Game Time
00:32:03 📣 - Dublin Ready to Roar
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Alun Wyn Jones and The Ultimate Lions Preview
Join us for an exclusive, in-depth conversation with rugby royalty, Alun Wyn Jones, the most capped men's rugby player in history. From his first tour battling imposter syndrome to hoisting the Tom Richards Trophy in 2013 and captaining the 2021 tour, Alun Wyn relives all four of his iconic British & Irish Lions campaigns.
We'll delve into the physical battles, the shifting dynamics of the Lions over two decades, and the unique challenges of touring Australia. Get ready for candid reflections on teammates, controversies like the James Horwill incident, and the emotional weight of wearing the coveted red jersey.
Plus, Alun Wyn offers his insights on Andy Farrell's leadership, the 2025 Lions squad, and whether the tour's increasing commercialisation threatens its mystique.
🛞 Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres
00:00:00 🐐 – Meet the Legend
00:01:44 😮 – The Truth About Life After Rugby
00:06:07 🔥 – Premiership Final Drama: The Dan Cole Controversy
00:19:25 ⚔️ – Evolution of the Lions: Accessibility vs Tradition
00:25:14 🧠 – From Self-Doubt to Captaincy: Alun Wyn’s Lions Journey
00:56:03 🔮 – Looking Ahead to the 2025 Tour
01:18:29 🍹 – Beyond Rugby: Alun Wyn Jones's Mimosa Rum
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Bath v Leicester & England's Summer Showdown
This week, the lads dive deep into the Gallagher Premiership Final, an old-school clash between Bath and Leicester! Alex, Hask, and Jonny May preview the final, dissecting the semi-final victories, the contrasting coaching styles of Johann van Graan and Michael Cheika, and pick their combined XV. Plus, with the Lions away, England's summer fixtures against a France XV, USA, and Argentina are discussed – who will seize their chance to shine? All this plus the "Who the Ruck Is That?" quiz, and much more!
00:00:00 Strap in Continental Tyres
00:04:21 Recap of Bath vs. Bristol and the week of words
00:14:01 Johann van Graan's Impact
00:21:40 Rémy Martin VSOP Partnership Announcement
00:23:29 Leicester vs. Sale Semi-Final Review & Radwan’s try
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00:32:11 The Final. Coaching Battle: Van Graan vs. Cheika
00:36:00 Combined Bath & Leicester XV
00:40:11 Charles Tyrwhitt Live Show Announcement
00:41:37 Lions Tour Injury Update
00:42:18 England Summer Fixtures
00:45:57 Producer Tom's England XV
00:50:27 “Who the Ruck Is That?" Quiz
00:55:00 Live Show Dates & Tour Announcement
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Henry Pollock, Ellis Genge & Michael Cheika Join Us At The Rugby Awards!
Join James Haskell from the 2025 Rugby Awards as he dives into the Gallagher Premiership semi-finals, featuring Bath v Bristol and Leicester v Sale Sharks. This episode also brings an update on Michael Tindall's new global franchise "R360" with GBR promising to deliver all the facts when the time is right. Special guest Ellis Genge shares his deeply ingrained animosity towards local rivals Bath, a feeling cultivated since his academy days. Plus, a blossoming bromance unfolds as Haskell chats with rising star Henry Pollock following his Lions call-up, discussing his sponsorship aspirations and house renovation plans. Hear from Leicester coach Michael Cheika on the turning point in his team's Premiership journey and the vital impact of the Welford Road crowd.
Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres
00:00 🚀 Strap in with Continental Tyres
02:00 💡 Update on Tins' R360
04:30 🔥 Ellis Genge on the Lions
12:00💥 Bath v Bristol
16:00 ✨ Henry Pollock's stellar year
27:00 🎉 Amazing Lions Prize!!!
29:00 🧠 Michael Cheika
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Welcome to The Good, The Bad & The Rugby with journalist and former broadcaster Alex Payne, England and Lions flanker James Haskell, and World Cup Winner Mike Tindall.
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From Champions Cup Glory To Sevens Slashes: Mike Friday & Rugby’s Future
Vive Bordeaux! Ex-England, Kenya and USA Sevens coach, Mike Friday dives into a jaw-dropping week of rugby alongside Payno and Hask. The lads debate the titanic final between Bordeaux and Northampton Saints, centring on accusations of foul play against Rugby’s greatest showman, Henry Pollock. What did our young Lion learn? & as the EPCR announce a new Club World Cup, we look to rugby’s future.
Sevens guru Mike also reacts to the sport’s management in the face of heartbreaking headlines that Ireland Men’s Sevens team will cease to exist and Great Britain men and women will move to a part-time programme. Is its Olympic status at stake?
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🛞 00:00 - Strap In With Continental Tyres!
🤼 03:32 - Kabaddi v Rugby: Sevens Stars In India’s RPL
🔥 07:33 - Northampton v Bordeaux - The Breakdown
🌟 16:18 - Pollock Steals The Show
🤔 28:26 - Did Penaud Make The Difference?
🏆 33:04 - Bath Bring It Home
🌍 35:31 - A New Rugby World Club Cup?
‼️ 45:34 - Sevens Revolution: Changes To The World Series
📉 58:53 - Why Were Ireland and GB Sevens Cutback?
🥇 01:06:16 - Flag Football v Sevens: An Olympic Battle
🦁 01:10:12 - Solutions… A British & Irish Lions Sevens Team?
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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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