For The Love Of Rugby
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole, two of England's most capped rugby players, host a weekly podcast offering an insider's guide to the biggest rugby games. They share behind-the-scenes stories from Twickenham and England camps, drawing on their 20-year careers together at Leicester Tigers and British and Irish Lions tours. Each episode features top rugby guests and provides a unique perspective on the sport.
Episodes
England Face Fully Loaded Springboks! Team Analysis & Nations Championship Round 1 Preview
Dan Cole and Robbie from Squidge Rugby react to the latest Springboks team announcement and dissect how England can counter their threats. Then it's time to preview Round 1 of the Nations Championship.
With over 14 hours of rugby on Saturday, there’s a lot to discuss, from predictions and key match-ups to speculation over Eddie Jones’ whereabouts.
Big calls. Big opinions. Plenty of rugby chat.
Picking The All-Time Springbok & England XV
Rugby legends Ben Youngs, Dan Cole, Trevor Nyakane and Steven Kitshoff take on the unenviable task of picking their combined Springbok-England squad.
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Nations Championship: Predicting Every Game
This week a brand new international men's rugby tournament begins as the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere battle it out to see who takes the crown.
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have analysed every single game in the competition. So you don't have to.
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The Unstoppable Force Coming For England | Springbok Deep Dive with Kitshoff & Nyakane
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole dial up Trevor Nyakane and Steven Kitshoff to get the lowdown on how the Springboks are gearing up to host England in the Nations Championship next week.
The hosts of our sister podcast, For The Love Of Rugby South Africa, share an unrivalled insight into how Rassie Erasmus operates, deep dives into their key players, and why Henry Pollock is living rent-free in Johannes
Northampton Saints Win The PREM! ft. Henry Pollock, Fin Smith & George Furbank
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are joined by a victorious Henry Pollock, Fin Smith and George Furbank to review a PREM Final that saw Northampton Saints win their second title in three years after overcoming a gritty Exeter Chiefs side.
The pair also react to the England XV loss to a France XV on Friday night, Leinster's second consecutive URC crown and the Hurricanes blow the Chiefs out of the water in
Henry Pollock Previews PREM Final: Saints Brotherhood, Attacking Mindset & Olivia Dean
England and Lions star Henry Pollock joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole on For The Love Of Rugby to preview Saturday’s huge PREM Final between Northampton Saints and Exeter Chiefs. And, more importantly, if he’s DM’d Olivia Dean after a certain viral video did the rounds after their playoff victory against Leicester Tigers.
We also hear from Head Coach Sam Vesty and previous Saints title-winner Curtis
EXETER STUN BATH! Saints End Tigers Hopes & Prem Final Set 🏆
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole break down Exeter Chiefs' comeback win over Bath Rugby, Northampton Saints' victory over Leicester Tigers, the key moments that decided both games, and which team has the momentum ahead of the PREM Final.
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Rugby Awards Special ft. Tom Willis, Meg Jones, Ben Earl & More!
Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson have squeezed into their old England tuxedos and donned a pink bow tie as they host a star-studded podcast at the Rugby Awards, celebrating the best players from England, PREM Rugby and the PWR.
In this episode, you'll hear from the PREM Player of the Season Tom Willis, England legends Meg Jones and Ben Earl, breakthrough talents Noah Caluori and Archie McParland, Di
PREM Top 4 Locked In & Andy Farrell Signs Until 2031
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole break down all the weekend's rugby action as the PREM reached its conclusion, the URC semi-finals provided a huge shock and Andy Farrell committed his future to Ireland until 2031.
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Shaun Edwards to England? PREM Heats Up & Leinster in Crisis
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole reassemble in the For The Love Of Rugby virtual studio to pick over a big week of rugby news.
Shaun Edwards has left his post as defence coach at France, could England be his next employer?
In more coaching news, Leinster’s South African assistant Jacques Nienaber made an explosive attack on the media which raises the question - are the club in crisis?
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Jamie George: Where England Went Wrong
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole pop in to give their old teammate and former England Rugby captain Jamie George a visit.
From shared memories wearing the rose, to how England can build on a disappointing Six Nations campaign, Jamie's typical honesty and humour demonstrate why he's had such a long and successful career for club and country.
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Itoje’s Summer Holiday, Van Rensburg For England & Picking Our End Of Season Awards
Former England captain Chris Robshaw joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole at the San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao to pick through rugby hot topics and to answer your questions.
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Bordeaux Smash Leinster To Win Champions Cup Final
Union Bordeaux Bègles are back-to-back winners in the Investec Champions Cup as they dispatched Leinster in a convincing display in Bilbao.
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are pitchside to analyse the action and chat to winners Ben Tameifuna, Cameron Woki, Salesi Rayasi and Adam Coleman.
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Jack Nowell, Beach Rugby & Surfing With Robshaw | Road To Bilbao Finale
Can Ben Youngs and Dan Cole reach the Investec Champions Cup in Bilbao? And will they be distracted by a whole continent’s worth of oysters and wine?
Our unlikely heroes are also joined by former England teammates Jack Nowell and Chris Robshaw as they continue their intrepid journey to the ultimate game in club rugby.
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England Win the Six Nations ft. Jonathan Joseph & Delaney Burns
England international Jonathan Joseph joins Shaunagh Brown to look back on the final round of the Women's Six Nations. They’re joined by Grand Slam winner Delaney Burns, fresh off the plane and the celebrations in Bordeaux, to break down England’s title winning victory over France.
Ruby Tui misses her flight (and the recording) but rolls into the studio just in time for one final goodbye.
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Jamie George, Ejector Seats & A Couple's Massage: The Road to Bilbao Begins
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole embark on the ultimate rugby roadtrip. It's a journey that will take them through four rugby-playing nations, stopping off to see some old mates, before arriving at Bilbao's San Mames stadium for the Investec Champions Cup Final.
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For The Love Of Rugby 2026 LIVE Draft
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are joined by Chris Robshaw and Squidge Rugby at the iconic Birmingham Town Hall for the 2026 For The Love Of Rugby Draft.
In this episode, our four competitors will battle it out to pick the greatest England Men's XV of the 21st century.
Oh, and don't get snaked by the snake.
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The Debate to End the Small Ball Debate & Ruby Tui’s Big News
World Rugby’s controversial decision to trial smaller rugby balls in the women’s game is up for debate as Ruby Tui and Shaunagh Brown chime in on one of rugby’s biggest talking points. Plus, Ruby finally reveals the answer to the question fans have been asking — where will Ruby Tui play next?
The pair also break down the biggest moments from the penultimate round of the Guinness Women’s Six Natio
Going to the Pub with Mack Hansen: Rugby's Wildest Character
In quite possibly the loosest episode of For The Love Of Rugby, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are in Galway for a pint with one of Ireland rugby's favourite sons: the man, the myth, the Mack Hansen.
From sunny Canberra to the wild west of Ireland, Mack opens up about his journey through rugby, life in Galway, and what it meant to tour his homeland of Australia with the British & Irish Lions.
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Supporting England, Farrell Motivation & Genius Sexton | Inside Ireland with Stuart McCloskey
Ireland's player of the 2026 Men's Six Nations Stuart McCloskey hosts Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in his favourite Belfast pub for a deep dive into the Ireland rugby team.
We get the lowdown on the world-class players in Andy Farrell's squad, the influence of Johnny Sexton & Paul O'Connell and the brewing rivalry with South Africa's Springboks.
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Red Roses Secrets, Toughest Opponents & Rugby Aura | Ruby Tui & Shaunagh Brown Answer Your Questions
Ruby Tui and Shaunagh Brown return to the For the Love of Rugby studio to answer your questions. Who’s the toughest opponent they’ve ever played against on a rugby pitch? How early do they arrive at the airport? Who do they think will win the PWR this season? And where does a former Red Rose and Black Fern do their big shop these days? It’s all revealed in the this episode.
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Bordeaux Bulldoze Bath & Why Does Everyone Hate Leinster?
The Investec Champions Cup Final is set with Bordeaux overcoming Bath and Leinster defeating Toulon. Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are in the For The Love Of Rugby studio to break down a mega weekend of European rugby.
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Henry Slade: England Determination, Exeter Rebirth & Champions Cup Semi-Final Preview
Dan Cole and Ben Youngs continue their world rugby tour to the South West of England to visit Henry Slade, aka the King of Exeter. From channelling his disappointment of not playing a game in the 2026 Men's Six Nations, to spearheading a Chiefs charge for the EPCR Challenge Cup, Sladey shares a fantastic insight into how the best teams in Europe are playing today.
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Babies, Bonus Points & Zoe Harrison’s Big Boot | W6N Round 3 Review
Ruby Tui and Shaunagh Brown are back together in the studio to review all of the games from round 4 of the Guinness Women’s Six Nations. The round saw Wales get their first ever try bonus point against England, and a big win for Italy, which boosts them up to third in the table. In other news, Ruby steals a baby on live TV and lifts Sarah Burn’s mum up in the pub - all in a days work for the World
Jack Willis: Leaving England, Thriving in France & International Future
Jack Willis is truly one of the world's modern greats and Ben Youngs and Dan Cole couldn't leave France without popping to see their old mate in Toulouse.
From finding out his club Wasps was going bust to playing beautiful rugby in the world's most star-studded side, it's a fascinating story told by the reigning Top 14 Player of the Year.
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24 Hours in Toulouse: The Rugby Capital of the World
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have still not left France and no trip would be complete without undertaking a pilgrimage to the rugby mecca of Toulouse.
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Emma Wassell: Comeback Kid | Women’s Six Nations Round 2
Shaunagh Brown is joined by Scottish International Emma Wassell, following their game against England at Scottish Gas Murrayfield this weekend. Emma and Shaunagh chat through her game against the Red Roses on Saturday as well as the other fixtures in Round 2 of the Guinness Women’s Six Nations. They also talk about Emma’s new documentary, Louch, which follows Emma’s battle with a 27cm tumour in he
Courtney Lawes: Unfinished Business 🏴
Just days after confirming his move to Sale Sharks, we headed out to Brive to catch up with England legend Courtney Lawes. Joined by Ben Youngs and Dan Cole, the lads get into everything: the drive to pull on the England shirt again, what life in France has really been like, and the full story behind his return to the Prem.
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Going To The Pub With Ben Tameifuna: The World's Biggest Rugby Player
The day after an epic Investec Champions Cup quarter-final victory for Bordeaux against Toulouse, Big Ben Tameifuna joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in his favourite pub to discuss his love of ball carrying, playing in France and his switch from the All Blacks to his beloved Tonga.
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Women’s Six Nations Round 1: Record Red Roses & DJ Ruby Returns
Ruby Tui and Shaunagh Brown link up to review the opening round of the Guinness Women’s Six Nations, which saw more records broken at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
They chat through England’s new look, as well as that last-minute thriller between Scotland and Wales at the Principality Stadium. And... what went down at the biggest after party in town? We can confirm that DJ Ruby was back in busines
Bordeaux Beat Toulouse: And We Were There!
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have been to Bordeaux to watch the European champions beat Toulouse and advance to the semi-finals of the Investec Champions Cup. They're currently in a bar, celebrating with new FTLOR super-fan Ben Tameifuna.
They also speak to Toulouse and France man-mountain Emmanuel Meafou
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One Of The Great European Nights | Bath Beat Saints 43-41
The Investec Champions Cup just delivered an all-time European classic. Before heading to Bordeaux for more incredible rugby, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole sat down to process Bath’s 43-41 victory over Northampton Saints.
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Prepare For The Game Of The Season! Champions Cup Quarter Final Preview
The Investec Champions Cup quarter-final weekend is around the corner so Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are packing their bags for Bordeaux as they prepare to watch a mouthwatering weekend of rugby.
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Inside Scotland's W6N Camp: National Pride, Female Warriors & Post-Match Nights Out
Scotland trio Evie Gallagher, Evie Wills and Francesca McGhie tell Shaunagh Brown and Ruby Tui what really happens inside Scotland’s Guinness Women’s Six Nations camp. From playing in front of 25,000 at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. Who rooms with who and why? And the best spots for a post-match night out. This is the definitive tell-all on camp life.
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We LOVE Knockout Rugby! Champions Cup Last Eight All Set
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole love knockout rugby, and they’ve spent Easter weekend watching eight games in the Investec Champions Cup - the greatest club competition in the world.
In this episode, Bordeaux gave the performance of the wekeend, but what makes them and Toulouse the best sides in Europe? Bath beat Saracens to set up a mouth-watering all-English quarter-final against Northampton Saints.
Pollock's Huge Deal, Inside Leicester's Revolution & Roebuck Winger Masterclass
The Investec Champions Cup returns this weekend so Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are hear with an ultimate preview of the Round of 16.
Plus, is Henry Pollock's deal with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Talent Agency a good thing for rugby? And will we be seeing a Geoff Parling vs Craig Doyle bout soon?
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Women’s Six Nations Preview: Ruby Returns, Captain Meg & Stranded Sadia
Ruby Tui and Shaunagh Brown are back together to preview the Guinness Women’s Six Nations. They’re joined by World Cup winner and Red Rose Sadia Kabeya for an inside look into England camp ahead of the tournament.
There’s plenty to get into... from fresh leadership and coaching changes to squad pregnancies(!) Plus, Ruby and Shaunagh share their table predictions for what promises to be a huge S
New Signings: Steven Kitshoff and Trevor Nyakane join For The Love Of Rugby
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole dial up their new friends in Cape Town to launch a new South African version of For The Love Of Rugby,
Breaking News: We now have a new South African YouTube channel hosted by double Rugby World Cup winners Steven Kitshoff and Trevor Nyakane.
If you're a Springbok fan, you can expect new episodes every Tuesday. There'll be deep dives into working with Rassie, winning Wor
How We Became Professional Rugby Players
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole answer your questions on becoming a professional rugby player while picking their teams of only Bens and Dans.
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Ranking The Top 10 Triple Hard B*stards
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole take on the challenge of deciding who is the toughest rugby player of all time.
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England Hit Rock Bottom. What Next?
England have lost four matches in a Men's Six Nations Championship for the first time ever. With less than 18 months until the 2027 Rugby World Cup, can they get out of their slump? Luckily, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are on hand to provide solutions to England's problems.
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Picking our Team of the Six Nations
Forget the Oscars, the Six Nations has ended and you've got a ticket to the hottest ceremony in town: the For The Love Of Rugby Men's Six Nations Awards!
Dan Cole and Anthony Watson pick their Six Nations XV, Player of the Championship, Breakthrough Player, Moment of the Six Nations and much more...
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Was This The Best Day Of Rugby EVER? | Six Nations Super Saturday Review
Where do we even begin?! France have won the 2026 Men’s Six Nations with a last-minute Thomas Ramos penalty to snatch the title from Ireland’s grasp. The Champions were run close by a resurgent England in an all-timer in Paris.
But Super Saturday did not stop there, serving up two more instant classics as Ireland overcame Scotland in an attack-at-all-costs encounter and Wales grabbed their first
It All Comes Down To This: Six Nations Super Saturday Preview
It's here. The finale of the greatest Six Nations Championship we've ever seen. Super Saturday beckons.
Can Scotland win at the Aviva for the first time ever or are Ireland being written off at their peril?
Will Italy clinch at an historic third Six Nations victory or will Wales end of a high?
And most importantly... can England avoid the Wooden Spoon?
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Borthwick Doubles Down Ahead of France & Reacting to England Comments
Steve Borthwick has named a largely unchanged side to travel to Paris ahead of England Rugby's final match of the Men's Six Nations, against France in Le Crunch.
Plus, we answer your questions. Have Ben Youngs and Dan Cole kissed and made up after an explosive podcast on Sunday?
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Italy Plunge England Into Crisis & Scotland Smash 50 Past France
A wild weekend of Six Nations action has ended with Scotland putting 50 on France and Italy beating England for the first time ever.
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole analyse what happens now in a breathless championship.
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Ireland Defeat Reborn Wales & Coley Loves Carré
Ireland defeated a spirited Welsh side in the first match of round 4 of the 2026 Men's Six Nations, but the name on Dan Cole's lips is tearaway loosehead prop Rhys Carré who thundered over for the moment of the championship.
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How Scotland Beat France, Answering Your England Questions & Ireland Host Wales
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole preview the fourth round of the 2026 Men's Six Nations as Ireland host Wales and France travel to Scotland. Plus, we answer your questions and react to the news that Dave Rennie has been appointed as head coach of the All Blacks.
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England Make 9 Changes For Italy: Will Borthwick's Gamble Work?
Steve Borthwick has made nine changes to his starting XV as England Rugby head to Rome to play Italy in an enthralling Six Nations 2026 matchup.
George Ford, Freddie Steward, Fraser Dingwall and Henry Arundell are amongst the casualties; whilst Fin Smith, Seb Atkinson, Elliot Daly and Cadan Murley earn their first starts of the tournament.
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole analyse if this gamble will pa
How We Would Change Rugby: Boo Kickers, Sinbin Mics & Bring Back Brawls!
Ben Youngs, Dan Cole and Anthony Watson are joined by a star-studded panel of rugby fans to judge their weirdest and wildest rugby opinions. You have been warned.
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We Go Inside England Camp: What Now After Ireland Loss?
Just days after their loss against Ireland, Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are at Pennyhill Park for a special episode from inside England Rugby's Six Nations camp.
We share an unrivalled insight into the mentality of a team struggling for form, recall the challenges of navigating the media as a player and hear from Ollie Chessum and Jack van Poortvliet.
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Scotland Break Welsh Hearts, France Party On & Answering Your England Comments
The latest enthralling weekend of the 2026 Men's Six Nations has concluded with Scotland grabbing a last-ditch victory over a brave Wales in Cardiff and France overcoming a spirited Italy in Lille. Dan Cole and Ben Youngs break down all the action from round 3 and answer your comments from Ireland's victory over England.
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England Exposed by Ireland Masterclass | Six Nations Review
Andy Farrell's Ireland side delivered a masterclass to thrash England Rugby at Allianz Twickenham to blow the Men's Six Nations Championship wide open. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole analyse what went wrong for Steve Borthwick's side in a record defeat.
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Pollock Starts for England & Ireland Deep Dive with Tommy Bowe and Donncha O'Callaghan
Irish rugby legends Tommy Bowe and Donncha O'Callaghan join Ben Youngs and Dan Cole to preview Saturday's huge clash at Allianz Twickenham as England host Ireland in the Men's Six Nations.
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Ireland Wobble Against Italy, England Inquest Begins & Who Can Stop France? | Six Nations Round 2 Review
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole complete their review of the second round of Six Nations matches as France continue to impress with an eight-try win against Wales. Ireland beat Italy in Dublin in a fixture that was much closer than it’s ever been before, but what does it mean? Is this a new Irish era? And did Jack Crowley do enough from the bench to earn a start against England?
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Scotland Demolish England in Calcutta Cup
Scotland serve up a Six Nations classic as they hammer England and scatter grand slam dreams all over Murrayfield. Ben Youngs, Dan Cole and Anthony Watson break down the whole game, while Scotland fans and players are surely still celebrating another Calcutta Cup victory.
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Why Scotland is the Perfect Test for England | Six Nations Round 2 Preview
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole bring you all the news and analysis ahead of one of the biggest games of the year - Scotland v England in the Six Nations. Captain Maro Itoje is back in the starting line-up, while Jamie George moves to the bench.
Andy Farrell has questioned the character of his Ireland players, so they’ll be looking to avoid another dressing down after their game against Italy in Dubli
England Dominate Wretched Wales & Italy Shock Scotland | Six Nations Round 1 Review
Round 1 of the 2026 Men's Six Nations has come to an end. Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are here to pore over the action of an enthralling weekend.
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French Flair Tears Irish Apart in Paris | France v Ireland Six Nations Review
The Six Nations is finally underway, with France putting on a dominant display against Ireland in Paris. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole analyse all the action from the Stade de France.
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England to Unleash Electric Pace & How Ireland Can Beat France | Six Nations Round 1 Preview
It's Sixmas Eve! Ben Youngs and Dan Cole preview the first round of mouthwatering Six Nations action.
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The Ultimate Six Nations Preview: England Grand Slam? Ireland Rebuild & Wales Misery
Ben Youngs, Dan Cole and Anthony Watson are joined by a star-studded audience of all your favourite rugby influencers as they look ahead to the 2026 Men's Six Nations.
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We Go Inside Scotland Camp: Stash, Snoring and Captain Sione
Scotland vice-captain Rory Darge and superstar winger Kyle Steyn tell Ben Youngs and Dan Cole what it’s like to play for Scotland at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. How do you find out you’re in the squad? And how do you know Finn Russell has arrived in camp? This is your definitive guide to life in the Scotland squad. For The Love Of Scottish Rugby is presented by Vodafone, proud partner of Scottish Ru
Owen Farrell: Supporting England & Hilarious Memories ft. Ben Earl & Noah Caluori
Three of rugby's biggest superstars Owen Farrell, Ben Earl and Noah Caluori join Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in the For The Love Of Rugby studio within the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Yes, you heard that right.
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Pollock Antics & Borthwick’s Evolution: Inside England Rugby with Ollie Chessum
British & Irish Lion, Leicester Tigers captain and England rugby star Ollie Chessum joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in the For The Love Of Rugby studio to preview a huge Six Nations for Steve Borthwick's side.
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Harlequins Stun La Rochelle, Dupont Humiliates Sale & Who Replaces Razor?
The final round of the Investec Champions Cup pool stages have concluded, so Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are on hand to dissect all of the action that saw some European giants dumped out of the competition.
Plus, who will replace outgoing All Blacks boss Scott Robertson? And with England undergoing a shortage in tightheads props, there's surely one man to call...
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All Blacks in Crisis, European Giant Killing Inbound & Huwipulotu is Over 💔
The All Blacks have parted ways with head coach Scott "Razor" Robertson amid a turbulent performance review that has left the future of several key players, including Ardie Savea, in doubt.
Closer to home, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are back in the For The Love Of Rugby studio to preview the final round of the Investec Champions Cup pool stages as European giants face the possibility of being slain
Bordeaux Boos Pollock and Saracens SHOCK Toulouse
Henry Pollock gets booed as Bordeaux beat Northampton Saints, while Tom Willis scores for Saracens as they shock his brother Jack and Toulouse.
Leinster leave it late to beat La Rochelle, Bath look set to top their pool and Bristol win yet again, but how many points is too many points? Why is Christian Wade wearing leggings? Why are wingers getting lifted in the lineout? And why are props kicking
WHAT IS GOING ON at Quins? | In-form Genge tearing it up!
WHAT IS GOING ON at Quins? Who is the most in-form rugby player in the world right now? And what would you like to see rugby leave behind in 2025?
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole preview another round of European rugby, while diving into the hot topics from a busy Christmas period.
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Our Most Requested Guest Ever: Around The World With Freddie Burns
At long last, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are joined in the studio by none other than Rugby Globetrotter, Freddie Burns.
Freddie shares stories about playing rugby across the world, THAT drop goal (obviously), his 2 week long career ending knee injury and many more.
Sit back, relax and enjoy this episode which is of course, all about him.
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The Year of the Hybrid: Inside Rugby’s Tactical Revolution
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are joined by analyst, author and general rugby nerd, Sam Larner to discuss the tactical revolutions we might see in 2026.
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For The Love Of Rugby Christmas Special 🎅🏻
Ben Youngs, Dan Cole, Anthony Watson and Shaunagh Brown don their Christmas jumpers for a special episode looking back on a sensational year of rugby!
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For The Love Of Rugby Awards 2025
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are joined by HSBC ambassadors and Rugby World Cup winners Ellie Kildunne and Ruby Tui to crown the For The Love Of Rugby 2025 Awards!
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Leinster’s Lions Struggle & Glasgow Refuse Toulouse
Round 2 of the Investec Champions Cup draws to a close so Dan Cole and Ben Youngs gather in the For The Love Of Rugby studio to review the action.
Leinster defeated a gritty Leicester Tigers, Glasgow Warriors produced a stirring comeback to beat Toulouse and Bath's tournament hopes were slashed in Toulon.
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Pollock Crashes Mitchell's Date, Fin Smith Partnership & Leinster Visit Leicester
Northampton Saints, England & Northampton Saints scrum half Alex Mitchell joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole to preview another huge round of Investec Champions Cup action!
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Bath Blitz Munster, Ioane's Leinster Debut & Where Are The South African Fans?
A thrilling opening weekend of Investec Champions Cup action has culminated so Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have gathered in the virtual For The Love Of Rugby virtual studio to pick over the action.
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Easy Route for England & Irish Quarter Curse? Rugby World Cup 2027 Draw Reaction
The draw for Men's 2027 Rugby World Cup has been made so Ben Youngs & Dan Cole take it upon themselves to predict every single game to find out the winner.
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The Big Champions Cup Preview ft. Manu Tuilagi, Jamie George & Hugo Keenan
Jamie George, Hugo Keenan and Manu Tuilagi join Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson to preview the greatest club competition in the world, the Investec Champions Cup.
Can anyone stop the French clubs? Can Bath really reach the final? And, unfortunately for Hugo “Barry” Keenan, we deep dive into life at Leinster and why they just cannot get over the line in Europe.
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Springboks Embarrass Wales, Habana on Etzebeth’s Gouge & Scaz Meets Shaggy
Ben Youngs & Dan Cole are joined by South Africa rugby legend Bryan Habana to analyse a victory over Wales that was marred by an eye gouge by Eben Etzebeth.
Meanwhile, it's been an incredible weekend at Emirates Dubai 7s: we've been bowled at by Sir Jimmy Anderson, coached the next Beauden Barrett and Red Roses World Cup winner Emily Scarratt drops in to tell us about her evening with Shaggy.
Picking our Team of the Autumn Nations Series
Ben Youngs and Dan Cole react to the 2025 World Rugby Men's 15s Dream Team and pick their team of the Autumn Nations Series.
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Curry v Contepomi & The Most Chaotic Game Ever
England have won eleven games in a row, but everyone is talking about what happened in the tunnel after the match. Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi accused England flanker Tom Curry of being a “bully” and pushing him.
Meanwhile, South Africa definitely bullied Ireland in Dublin in one of the most dramatic games of rugby we’ve ever seen, Wales are getting better under new coach Steve Tandy and a
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