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For The Love Of Rugby

Crowd Network 304 Episodes Jul 22, 2026

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

Nations Championship Verdict: Game Changer or Gimmick?
Nations Championship Verdict: Game Changer or Gimmick? Jul 22, 2026 3432 The first instalment of the inaugural Nations Championship is over. Has it been a success? That might depend on if Leandro Paredes can play for Argentina... Anthony Watson and Ben Youngs run the rule over international rugby's newest tournament, plus they pick their team of the tournament. New Zealand fans, we're sorry. 🎶 Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choice
The Ugliest Test Match Of 2026 | Argentina v England Review
The Ugliest Test Match Of 2026 | Argentina v England Review Jul 19, 2026 3673 Ben Youngs is joined by Anthony Watson to debrief a feisty test match between Argentina and England in Round 3 of the Nations Championship. It's safe to say there is no love lost between these two teams in a game that featured 7 yellow cards and a potential equalising try ruled out for the hosts in the final seconds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rugby’s Coming Home? The BEEF Behind Argentina v England
Rugby’s Coming Home? The BEEF Behind Argentina v England Jul 16, 2026 2535 Forget Maradona. Forget Messi. It's all about Montoya today. England face Argentina TWICE this week, but the Nations Championship is the real quiz, right? Ben Youngs and Dan Cole take a deep dive into one of rugby's proudest nations as they prepare to host England in Santiago del Estero on Saturday night. They've played with and against some of the most formidable characters in Argentine rugby h
Is Pollock Rugby’s Bellingham? Scotland Scare Springboks & Ireland Travel-Gate
Is Pollock Rugby’s Bellingham? Scotland Scare Springboks & Ireland Travel-Gate Jul 13, 2026 4000 The second action-packed round of the Nations Championship has concluded and Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are here to analyse the games. 💸 Find out if you are due a refund in 60 seconds at https://refundclub.co.uk/loveofrugby Refund Club is a trading style of Sandsford Law LTD. You can pursue a claim free of charge directly to your lender and then to the Financial Ombudsman Service. The FCA is like
England Bounce Back Against Fiji ft. Marcus Smith & Noah Caluori
England Bounce Back Against Fiji ft. Marcus Smith & Noah Caluori Jul 12, 2026 1828 England return to winning ways after a convincing 73-8 rout of Fiji in Liverpool's Hill Dickinson Stadium in round two of the Nations Championship, with Henry Pollock grabbing a hat-trick. Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are podcasting from the stadium in their famous pink JAECOO 7. You'll also hear from new scrum-half convert Marcus Smith and debutant Noah Caluori. 💸 Find out if you are due a refund i
In Defence of Steve Borthwick: Coley Responds To Your England Criticism
In Defence of Steve Borthwick: Coley Responds To Your England Criticism Jul 9, 2026 3648 Steve Borthwick has rung the changes as England Rugby face Fiji in round two of the Nations Championship at Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool. Henry Slade starts at 13, shifting Tommy Freeman to his preferred position on the wing. Guy Pepper also reclaims a starting berth in the back row. There are also potential debuts for Benhard Janse van Rensburg and Noah Caluori. Plus, with his
Has Steve Borthwick Run Out Of Time?
Has Steve Borthwick Run Out Of Time? Jul 8, 2026 4159 England are searching for answers after another disappointing defeat. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole ask the big question: is Steve Borthwick under real pressure, and what needs to change? The lads also preview England's must-win clash with Fiji, break down the key battles to watch, and look ahead to a huge test for Scotland as they take on the world champion Springboks. Plus, every game in Round 2 of
Springboks Expose England's Problems? | Nations Championship Round 1 Review
Springboks Expose England's Problems? | Nations Championship Round 1 Review Jul 5, 2026 3527 The Nations Championship is finally here... and it didn't disappoint. Ben and Dan look back on a blockbuster opening weekend, from South Africa laying down a marker against England, to Ireland edging Australia, New Zealand and France serving up another classic, and Scotland running riot in Argentina. They pick out the players who caught the eye, the moments everyone will be talking about, and what
England Blown Away By Rampant Springboks
England Blown Away By Rampant Springboks Jul 4, 2026 1983 The Springboks showed why they're the reigning world champions as they demolished England at Ellis Park in the opening round of the Nations Championship. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are on hand to analyse all the action of a match that reasserted the Springboks' dominance, but where does this leave England? ✍️ Subscribe to Coley's newsletter: https://loveofrugby.substack.com/subscribe 📹 Send us y
England Face Fully Loaded Springboks! Team Analysis & Nations Championship Round 1 Preview
England Face Fully Loaded Springboks! Team Analysis & Nations Championship Round 1 Preview Jul 1, 2026 3278 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
Picking The All-Time Springbok & England XV Jul 1, 2026 2538 Rugby legends Ben Youngs, Dan Cole, Trevor Nyakane and Steven Kitshoff take on the unenviable task of picking their combined Springbok-England squad. 🚙 Get 20% off your first carVertical report - or 50% off a full bundle - using the code FORTHELOVEOFRUGBY: https://www.carvertical.com/fortheloveofrugby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nations Championship: Predicting Every Game
Nations Championship: Predicting Every Game Jun 29, 2026 4423 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. 🚙 Get 20% off your first carVertical report - or 50% off a full bundle - using the code FORTHELOVEOFRUGBY: https://www.carvertical.com/for

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