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The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week just a day before the first Lions test in South Africa. Three Irish players have been selected to start the game. Should there have been more? Why we're loving Rassie vs. Gatland, what South Africa will bring to the table, and studying the ref.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week the day after the first defeat for The Lions on their tour of South Africa. Stevie looks in detail at Warren Gatland's selection headaches ahead of the first test on Saturday week and gives his take on the Alun Wyn Jones/Conor Murray captaincy issue.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week a day before Warren Gatland picks his Lions squad for the tour to South Africa. How many Irish will be in the 36 man squad?  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week to talk about the Heineken Cup semi-final as Leinster travel to France to take on the very impressive La Rochelle... and their coach, Ronan O'Gara!  We also preview Friday's Challenge Cup semi-final where Ulster go to Welford Road looking for three wins in a row in England against the Leicester Tigers.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen is with us this week to talk about what Irish players he's sees as outside shots for the upcoming Lions tour, as well as the upcoming Rainbow Cup and the new, experimental rules which will be in place for the competition that were announced today. Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week to look ahead to Munster and Leinster's Heineken Cup Last 16 games this weekend on the back of a frustrating display for Munster in the Pro 14 final and yet another trophy for Leinster.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week fresh off predicting Ireland to beat England, and all of the Six Nations results from last week, to look ahead to this weekend's Pro 14 final between Leinster and Munster. Silverware has been a long time coming for Munster, as has victory over Leinster. Could Saturday be the day?  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former England out-half and now the voice of The Rugby Pod, Andy Goode joins us to preview Ireland Vs. England at the Aviva this Saturday.  Andy will be with us straight after the game on Balls.ie as part of The Takeaway with Chicago Town. Pick yourself up a Chicago Town pizza for the game now!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week with reaction to CJ Stander sudden retirement announcement today and to give his take on Ireland's final Six Nations game with England this Saturday. It's been a great Championship so far for the viewer, can Super Saturday live up to what's come before?  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week ahead of Ireland's trip to Murrayfield and a brilliant weekend of Six Nations rugby elsewhere. It's shit or get off the pot time for Scotland but will Ireland still just have enough? Would it be just like this Wales team to finally falter when favourites in Rome? Have England any answers at all to their Championship so far when unbeaten France roll into Twickenham? Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week ahead of Ireland's trip to Rome this week and a brilliant weekend of Six Nations rugby elsewhere. We discuss what will constitute a success on Saturday and how Ireland can improve from a dismal season so far? Stephen is also very unhappy with the lack of new faces in Andy Farrell's squad.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week ahead of Ireland's must win game with France in the Six Nations this weekend. He reflects on some of the over the top personal abuse that the likes of Peter O'Mahony and Billy Burns have suffered this week, and talks about his concerns about the game's return to play protocols for head injuries, as well as previewing all three Six Nations games this weekend.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week to preview the 2021 Six Nations which get under way this weekend. Are England unstoppable? Are France finally back? And what about Ireland? Stevie looks at every angle, with Ireland's trip to Cardiff this Sunday foremost in our minds.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Stephen joins us this week to talk about the massive Munster v Leinster clash in the Pro 14 just a couple of weeks before the start of the Six Nations. He also discusses the impact Paul O'Connell is likely to have on the Irish backroom team.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  After a positive first weekend for Irish provinces in Europe, Stephen runs his eye over the all importatn second round of fixtures this weekend.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris, Jason Quigley, and other top sporting pundits.  Fresh off the heels of a four week international window, the revamped Champions Cup is just a day away. Stephen predicts for the fortunes of the four Irish provinces. He also discusses where Ireland are at after six games in eight weeks, and the worrying stories of the week about head injuries and rugby.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. Stephen joined us today ahead of Ireland's Autumn Nations Cup clash with Scotland on Saturday. After a dismal outing against Georgia last week, Stephen analyses what exactly is wrong with Ireland right now and if what we're seeing in truly worrying.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. Stephen joined us today ahead of Ireland's Nations Cup clash with Georgia on Sunday afternoon. What can we expect from Ireland after a very poor outing in Twickenham last weekend? Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. Stephen joined us today ahead of Ireland's Nations Cup clash with England on Saturday afternoon. After an impressive win against Wales, Andy Farrell has made some surprising selections for the clash at Twickenham.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where we mark your card for the sporting action of the week ahead in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. Stephen joined us today ahead of Ireland's Nations Cup clash with Wales on Friday night. What can we expect from a new look Ireland team and what can the next four weeks tell us about the future for Andy Farrell's team? Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to look ahead to Ireland's massive Championship decider in France? Can Ireland get the bonus point victory we need? Stephen is quietly confident.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to look ahead to the return of the Six Nations and Ireland's game against Italy this Saturday, and the team picked by Andy Farrell which includes two brand new faces.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to talk about start of the new Pro14 season and looks ahead to how he sees the new campaign going for the Irish provinces.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to talk about the Champions Cup quarter-finals this weekend, and in particular Leinster's quest for Saracens revenge and Ulster's mammoth task of overcoming their Pro14 Final defeat and facing Toulouse away from home.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an all-Ireland Pro14 final and we've got just the man to preview it. On The Buildup podcast this week, Ladbrokes ambassador, Stephen Ferris, joined us to give his thoughts on Ulster's comeback against Edinbrugh, Leinster's win over Munster, and how he sees this weekend's final going. To listen to the full episode, including Kevin Doyle's Premier League preview, search "The Buildup on Balls.ie" on all good podcast apps. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris joins us to talk about the weird but fantastic return of rugby at the Aviva Stadium last weekend and what it all means for this weekend's games. Munster must beat Connacht, while Ulster need to find their form against a Leinster team protecting their 100% record for the season.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes, is our weekly podcast where we get you hyped for the sporting weekend in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. This is the rugby section of the show where Stephen Ferris returns to chat about the resumption of the season this weekend. It's been a long 5 months! Stevie analyses the challenges ahead for the provinces over the next 6 weeks, and makes his calls for Leinster V Munster and Connacht V Ulster this weekend. He also gives his take on the worrying injury news of Joey Carbery.  If you want to listen to the entire show, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buildup, in association with Ladbrokes is our weekly podcast where in recent times we've trying to keep you entertained with interesting discussions, quizzes and more in the company of Ladbrokes ambassadors Kevin Doyle, Stephen Ferris and Jason Quigley. On the rugby part of this week's show, Stephen Ferris chatted to his about his fascinating time on the 2009 Lions tour of South Africa. With so many highs and lows, Stevie reflects on one of the best experiences of his life, even if it all ended way too soon.  You can listen to the entire show by searching for The Buildup on Balls.ie on any podcast platform.  Get in touch with the show by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information.

After another week without live sport, we bring you the second episode of our "This Week In.. " series, one of our new schedule of podcasts on Balls.ie. Every week, we'll reminisce on a sporting week that was from a certain year. This week, we're looking back at 2004. Join Mick, Mark and PJ as they look back on Ireland's first Triple Crown win in 19 year when Eddie O'Sullivan's men played some of the most scintillating rugby in Irish history to overcome Matt Williams' Scotland. It's all hair styles, sexy jerseys, and post match interviews as we look back on what felt like the beginning of a rugby golden era.  As well as that, Arsenal were on their way to an invincible season when they hosted Manchester United at Highbury with Thierry Henry at his very best, In the Champions League though, nothing at all went to plan as the craziest of seasons peaked at the Quarter Final stage. These ties were crazy long before the recent trend of crazy Champions League ties.  We also look back on Padraig Harrington almost breaking America at the Players' Championship at Sawgrass.  To subscribe to the show, visit here or search "Balls.ie Podcasts" on all good podcast apps, and if you enjoy it, please leave us a rating!  Please be sure to rate and leave a review on your preferred podcast platform

With no live sport to watch, we bring you This Week In.. one of our new schedule of podcasts on Balls.ie. Every week, we'll reminisce on a sporting week that was from a certain year. This week, it could only be 2009.  Join Mick, Donny and PJ as they look back on probably the greatest day in Irish sport, Ireland's first Grandslam in 61 years and Dublin's Bernard Dunne knocking out Ricardo Cordoba to become world champion on home turf!  As well as that, Liverpool were hotting up in the title race with Manchester United, Kilkenny has met their new nemisis but didn't know it yet, and lots more besides.  To subscribe to the show, visit here or search "Balls.ie Podcasts" on all good podcast apps, and if you enjoy it, please leave us a rating!  Please be sure to rate and leave a review on your preferred podcast platform

Ladbrokes ambassador Stephen Ferris joined Mick via satellite to preview the weekend's Six Nations fixtures, with Ireland unable to avenge their defeat to England due to restrictions regarding the Coronavirus. The ex-Ireland back-row reckons that France will take care of Scotland, leading to a Grand Slam decider against Ireland in the Stade de France. He also reckons England will beat the spread handily against a Wales side plagued by injuries. You can listen to the full podcast by searching 'The Buildup on Balls.ie' wherever you get your podcasts. Please bet responsibly. Visit Dunlewey.net for further information. Send us your Big Shouts or get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. You can subscribe to the podcast via Spotify, iTunes, Pocketcast or all other good podcast platforms by searching 'The Buildup on Balls.ie'. If you enjoy it, please do leave a comment and give us a rating.

Ladbrokes ambassador Stephen Ferris is back in Belfast having visited the studio last week, he'll be talking about Ireland's opening day victory over Scotland and looking ahead to their match against Wales. If you have a Big Shout of 25/1 or over, send it to us, and you can win the grand prize of two cakes and a sports autobiography! Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information.Send us your Big Shouts or get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. You can subscribe to the podcast via Spotify, iTunes, Pocketcast or all other good podcast platforms by searching 'The Buildup on Balls.ie'. If you enjoy it, please do leave a comment and give us a rating  

Ladbrokes ambassador Stephen Ferris joined us in Balls HQ to look forward to the opening weekend of the 6 Nations. The former Ireland man gives his predictions for each of the weekend's matches as well as who he'll think will be the top try scorer and tournament winner. If you want to listen to the full podcast, search 'The Buildup on Balls.ie' on all podcast apps.  If you have a Big Shout of 25/1 or over, send it to us, and you can win the grand prize of two cakes and a sports autobiography! Ladbrokes will be also dropping a €1 free bet in online users' accounts this Friday. Please bet responsibly, visit Dunlewey.net for further information. Send us your Big Shouts or get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram. You can subscribe to the podcast via Spotify, iTunes, Pocketcast or all other good podcast platforms by searching 'The Buildup on Balls.ie'. If you enjoy it, please do leave a comment and give us a rating.

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we talk to former Ireland and Ulster flanker Stephen Ferris about the Champions Cup weekend ahead, and firstly, the hot off the presses Ireland squad for the upcoming Six Nations Championship. Stephen is not too happy with some of the exclusions in Andy Farrell's first cut down squad.  The rest of the show, which includes a conversation with former Republic of Ireland striker Kevin Doyle, a look ahead to the All-Ireland Club finals and the NFL Conference Championships, as well as our brand new charity bet will be available on Thursday morning.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram.

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we talk to former Ireland and Ulster flanker Stephen Ferris about how impressive his former province have been recently and how the Irish clubs will get on in the Champions Cup this weekend. If you want to listen to the entire show, which includes our Big Shout and 1-2-Free picks, our NFL picks and much more, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram.

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we preview another Champions Cup weekend with Ireland and Ulster legend Stephen Ferris.  It's the back to back week Europe with another full set of Ireland V England fixtures ahead. Stephen brings us through the four games, talking in particular about the brilliant form of Ulster scrum half  John Cooney and his worry about the standard of Munster's performances so far this season.  If you want to listen to the entire show, which includes a chat with Kevin Doyle on the Premier League, a preview of the Presidents' Cup, our NFL picks and much more, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram.

On this week's show, we catch up with former Connacht prop JP Cooney, chat about the Champions Cup action and discuss the next New Zealand boss. 

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we preview the Champions Cup weekend where there are must win games for at least three of the Irish provinces as all four teams face English opposition.  If you want to listen to the entire show, which includes a chat with Kevin Doyle on the Premier League, our NFL picks and much more, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram.

On this week's show, the lads preview all the weekend's Champions Cup action. We are also joined by BBC Leicester Sport commentator Chris Egerton to chat about Geordan Murphy's troubles at the Leicester Tigers. 

World in Union comes to you on a Friday for one week only.  We look back on the first two rounds of the Heineken Champions Cup, discussing a positive start for the Irish teams, but are other clubs taking it all seriously enough? We talk to rugby journalist Ali Stokes about a credibility problem in the tournament?  We also discuss the current TV deal and what it means for Irish viewers, we discuss Bundee Aki's new contract, the Ospreys' disgrace and Maurice review Joe Schmidt's autobiography.  Subscribe to and rate the podcast here: https://blls.ie/2L862Mx and please leave a comment. 

We're giving away two tickets to Ireland vs Denmark! To enter, rate and review the 'The Buildup on Balls.ie' podcast feed and send us a screenshot of your review to thegaffer@balls.ie. The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we "Get Hyped" for the return of the Champions Cup this weekend with the help of our regular voice on rugby Stephen Ferris. Stephen brings us through what it's like to return from a World Cup and go head first into the thrust of a full season, and preview the four games involving the Irish provinces this weekend.  If you want to listen to the entire show, which includes a chat with Kevin Doyle on a massive week for Irish football, a look ahead to the weekend's GAA, and our NFL picks, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram.

The Champions Cup gets back underway this week and ahead of that, we caught up with Denis Hurley to discuss Munster's chances and their current style.  Johann Van Graan's outfit take on the Ospreys on Saturday. Is this a tournament they are capable of winning? Their former versatile back thinks so, but certain things need to happen.  We will discuss Connacht, Leinster and Ulster in the coming weeks. 

The Buildup is Balls.ie's weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where we "Get Hyped" for the weekend's Interpros. Munster V Ulster and Connacht V Leinster take centre stage with Irish internationals returning. The World Cup is over but we're straight back to the meat of the rugby season with the Champions Cup just a week away. What form will the returning players be in? Who will emerge from the pack to take their places in the season ahead?  If you want to listen to the entire show, which includes a chat with Kevin Doyle about the Liverpool Man City super showdown, a look ahead to the weekend's GAA, and our NFL picks, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram.

The Premiership champions, Saracens, have been hit with a 35-point deduction and £5m fine after they were found to have breached salary cap regulations. It is a seismic sentence that they are set to contest.  We caught up with Rugby and the law editor Ben Cisneros to discuss this groundbreaking news and what it means for their players and rivals moving forward/  What legal recourse do other clubs have? Why are sanctions limited to this season? Who else does it impact, we look at this and more. 

The Rugby World Cup is at an end after South Africa were successful over England on Saturday. This week, the lads review all the weekend's action and discuss the tournament as a whole, the Springboks' style, the team of the World Cup and what this means for the sport.  Elsewhere, there is some Munster transfer rumour chat and the boys look ahead to a jam-packed season. The show goes on! 

With his beloved New Zealand out of the World Cup, Brent looks back on England's incredible win over the All Black and previews the fascinating final between England and South Africa. 

The Buildup is Balls.ie weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show where our regular rugby guest Stephen Ferris joins us to talk about England's astonishing performance in their semi-final win over New Zealand last week and tell us if South Africa have any chance at all in Saturday's final.  If you want to listen to the entire show, which includes Jason Quigley on Katie Taylor's bid to become a two weight World Champion, a look ahead to the weekend of club GAA, our NFL picks, and much more including a preview of the FAI Cup finals, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram.

The show goes on. We are down to two as the Rugby World Cup moves towards the final with England set to take on South Africa.  On this week's podcast, the lads look back at a fascinating weekend of rugby and two very different games. Where has this England run come from? Who are their standout players? What are Sam Underhill and Tom Curry made off? We discuss all of this and more.  Elsewhere, former Munster outhalf Jonny Holland joins us to chat about Felix Jones and Aled Walters. The former Munster coaches now form apart of Rassie Erasmus' backroom team. What makes them so good?  If you enjoy please rate and review. You can get in touch via thegaffer@balls.ie. 

The Buildup is new weekly podcast, with Ladbrokes, where we preview all the major sporting action for the weekend ahead. We'll be building the hype, whetting the appetite and making some bold predictions for everything that's happening. This is the rugby section of the show with Stephen Ferris who looks back on Ireland's disaster of a World Cup and asks where do we go from here? He also looks ahead and makes his picks for this weekend's semi-finals.  If you want to listen to the entire show, which includes Kevin Doyle discussing Tottenham's woes ahead of their trip to Anfield, our NFL picks, and much more including a look ahead to the NBA season, subscribe to The Buildup on Balls.ie podcast feed or the general Balls.ie feed.  Get in touch with the show for any reason by emailing thegaffer@balls.ie or contact us @ballsdotie on Twitter or Instagram.

Brent and Mick look back on Ireland's massively disappointing Rugby World Cup defeat to New Zealand and wonder what systemic changes are required for Ireland  to break their World Cup hex.