Episodes

  • Women's Six Nations Preview, plus Courtney Lawes joins Sale | The Rugby Bunker

    Women's Six Nations Preview, plus Courtney Lawes joins Sale | The Rugby Bunker
    Apr 10 2026
    Ben Coles (The Observer) and Charlie Morgan (The Times) are joined by Fiona Tomas (The Telegraph) to preview the Women's Six Nations, questioning whether any other side can stop world champions England. Ben and Charlie also discuss Courtney Lawes' move to Sale, and whether it could lead to a Test recall. Follow Ben's Substack: https://theofffieldreview.substack.com/Ben's work for The Observer: https://observer.co.uk/contributor/ben-coles?type=read Charlie's work for The Times: https://www.thetimes.com/profile/charlie-morgan Fi's work for The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/f/ff-fj/fiona-tomas/ Charlie's deep dive on National One: https://www.thetimes.com/sport/rugby-union/article/financial-advisers-v-electricians-inside-the-countrys-best-title-race-vqb7b6mxf #rugbyunion #rugbyanalysis #rugby #rugbynews #womensixnations #redroses #elliekildunne #abbieward #courtneylawes #englandrugby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • Surprising player-club fits and Champions Cup Round of 16 preview | The Rugby Bunker

    Surprising player-club fits and Champions Cup Round of 16 preview | The Rugby Bunker
    Apr 3 2026
    Ben Coles (The Observer) is joined by Charles Richardson (The Telegraph) to discuss duck hearts (yes, really), Rob Baxter's new Exeter deal, this weekend's Champions Cup knockout games and after Mako Vunipola joining Leicester, more transfers it took us a while to get our heads around. 03:57 Rob Baxter's new Exeter deal 07:25 Round of 16 preview 27:26 Transfers which took getting used to Follow Ben's Substack: https://theofffieldreview.substack.com/ Ben's work for The Observer: https://observer.co.uk/contributor/ben-coles?type=read Charles' work for The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/c/cf-cj/charles-richardson/ #rugbyunion #rugbyanalysis #rugby #rugbynews #championscup #exeterchiefs #leicestertigers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • The RFU latest on Steve Borthwick, PREM expansion plans plus Bath's CEO on new investment | The Rugby Bunker

    The RFU latest on Steve Borthwick, PREM expansion plans plus Bath's CEO on new investment | The Rugby Bunker
    Mar 27 2026
    In an accidental business-themed episode, Ben Coles (The Observer) and Charlie Morgan (The Times) discuss the RFU's latest briefing on Steve Borthwick's future after England's poor Six Nations, the PREM's announcements of new criteria regarding expansion including a salary cap floor, before Ben is joined by Bath chief executive Tarquin McDonald to hear about the club's new investment from James Dyson. 02:19 The Bill Sweeney briefing 09:41 PREM big announcements regarding expansion 16:23 Ben's conversation with Tarquin McDonald Follow Ben's Substack: https://theofffieldreview.substack.com/ Ben's work for The Observer: https://observer.co.uk/contributor/ben-coles?type=read Charlie's work for The Times: https://www.thetimes.com/profile/charlie-morgan #rugby #rugbypodcast #rugbyanalysis #rugbyunion #premrugby #englandrugby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Will defence ever dominate rugby again? Your questions answered

    Will defence ever dominate rugby again? Your questions answered
    Mar 19 2026
    Following a number of excellent submissions, Ben Coles (The Observer) and Charlie Morgan (The Times) are back to answer your questions following the end of the men's Six Nations. 02:25 Will England stick with three locks? 07:31 Who are the Under-20 players to look out for? 11:59 Why do England talk about being a developing side? 19:52 What is Borthwick's ceiling as head coach? 25:56 How much did the Lions tour take out of the players? 34:19 Why is the Six Nations schedule so similar? 37:35 Is Cadan Murley's stock up or down after the Six Nations? 41:10 Is Ronan O'Gara available? 43:45 Is Steve Borthwick naming his England team so early 'naive'? 47:34 Will defence ever win again over attack or is the genie out of the bottle? Follow Ben's Substack: https://theofffieldreview.substack.com/ Ben's work for The Observer: https://observer.co.uk/contributor/ben-coles?type=read Charlie's work for The Times: https://www.thetimes.com/profile/charlie-morgan #rugby #sixnations #rugbyanalysis #englandrugby #steveborthwick #ronanogara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Will England change their coaching staff?

    Will England change their coaching staff?
    Mar 16 2026
    Ben Coles (The Observer) is joined by Tom Hamilton (ESPN) to recap that wild game in Paris between France and England, including picking the top three players, and whether England will change their coaching staff after their worst-ever Six Nations. Thanks to @adidas for the shirt! 08:00 Top three players from France against England 20:46 Could England change their coaching staff? 36:58 Wales-Italy recap 43:13 Ireland-Scotland recap Follow Ben's Substack: https://theofffieldreview.substack.com/ Ben's work for The Observer: https://observer.co.uk/contributor/ben-coles?type=read Tom's work for ESPN: https://www.espn.co.uk/rugby/story/_/id/48221228/england-worst-ever-six-nations-2026-ends-blueprint-frustration-search-answers-france #sixnationsrugby #rugbyunion #rugbyanalysis #sixnations #rugby #englandrugby #scotlandrugby #francerugby #irelandrugby #italyrugby #walesrugby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Super Saturday predictions! Who wins the Six Nations?

    Super Saturday predictions! Who wins the Six Nations?
    Mar 12 2026
    Ben Coles (The Observer) and Charlie Morgan (The Times) round out the 2026 Men's Six Nations by predicting the outcome of each game, and therefore who will win the title. They disagree on two matches, but agree perfectly on another... 00:00 Intro 02:00 Ireland v Scotland 15:58 Wales v Italy 26:36 France v England The Rugby Bunker gives you the insight and tactical understanding you need. Listen for expert analysis from established rugby journalists, with regular features plus a range of guests, and improve your knowledge of the game each week by joining us in The Rugby Bunker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Analysing England's team to face France, reaction from Scotland's big win

    Analysing England's team to face France, reaction from Scotland's big win
    Mar 10 2026
    Ben Coles (The Observer) is joined by Charles Richardson (The Telegraph) to hear what it was like witnessing Scotland's astonishing win over France at Murrayfield, before they break down England's one change to face France in Paris this weekend. The Rugby Bunker gives you the insight and tactical understanding you need. Listen for expert analysis from established rugby journalists, with regular features plus a range of guests, and improve your knowledge of the game each week by joining us in The Rugby Bunker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Previews for England v Argentina, Ireland v South Africa and much more

    Previews for England v Argentina, Ireland v South Africa and much more
    Nov 21 2025
    The Rugby Bunker gives you the insight and tactical understanding you need, hosted by Ben Coles (The Observer) and featuring regular guests including Charlie Morgan (The Telegraph). Listen for expert analysis from established rugby journalists, with regular features plus a range of guests, and improve your knowledge of the game each week by joining us in The Rugby Bunker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 mins