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🤝 SponsorThis episode is sponsored by: BREVO.com 🚀Brevo.com: an all-in-one email marketing, CRM, and automation platform for SMBs and entrepreneurs.Get 50% off Starter and Standard Plans for the first 3 monthsPromo code: MAUL50#Brevo and #BrevoPartner🔗 LINK: https://www.brevo.com/partners/maul/?utm_medium=partnership&utm_source=maul&utm_campaign=youtubeThe boys are joined by Toulon's giant forward Junior Kpoku to run through an unforgettable weekend of Champions Cup knockout rugby, packed with last-gasp heroics, giant clashes, and statement performances as Europe’s elite battled for a place in the semi-finals.💥 Bath last-gasp winners against Saints in one of the most thrilling Champions Cup matches of all time, edging a breathtaking 43–41 classic that had everything — drama, intensity, and heart-stopping moments.🍷 The giants collided as Bordeaux flexed their muscles against the European royalty that is Toulouse, securing a seismic 30–15 victory and looking every bit like the (defending) Champions elect .💔 Glasgow’s astonishing home record was heartbreakingly broken as Toulon defied their league form to put a dagger through the hosts’ hearts, grinding out a tense 22–19 triumph in a classic European arm wrestle.🔵 Leinster thrashed Sale with a ruthless 43–13 performance, reminding everyone why they remain Europe’s benchmark and a formidable force in the race for the cup🎙️ Join Maul or Nothing as we break down all the key moments, standout performances, and what these results mean for the road to European glory. Expect strong opinions, expert analysis, and plenty of laughs along the way!00:10 Introduction 04:00 Junior Kpoku joins05:26 Toulon Fighting to stay relevant in Top 1410:18 Ben White fired up for his homecoming12:00 Proving himself before a potential Prem return15:05 Henry Pollock; better to play with than against17:55 Moving to France at 1820:57 Owen Farrell; setting standards28:34 Pressures & Pleasures of playing for Toulon32:11 FIJIAN Brick Wall DNA33:29 Brevo.com Code Maul5036:59 Bath vs Saints...All time classic!48:38 Bordeaux vs Toulouse53:41 The Bordeaux vs Bath matchup59:50 Ryan's reflections on Glaswegian Heartbreak01:05:45 SAILY eSIM (TRAVEL SMART) - Use code MAUL at checkout for 15% off 🔌 SPONSOR – SAILY eSIM (TRAVEL SMART)✈️ Avoid roaming fees & travel stressDownload SAILY in your app store or scan the QR code on screen.Use code MAUL at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.•⁠ ⁠Country, regional & global plans•⁠ ⁠Built-in security from Nord Security (NordVPN team)•⁠ ⁠Ad blocking, web protection & virtual location🔗 https://www.saily.com/maul Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Champions Cup last 16 delivered absolute carnage — huge scorelines, big momentum swings and one of the clearest examples you’ll see of how a game can completely flip.This week on Maul or Nothing, we break down the defining moments of the weekend — from Bath’s front-row impact to Bordeaux running riot — plus everything else across a stacked knockout round.⸻🧠 INSIDE THE EPISODE:•🏉 Bath 31–22 Saracens — how the front-row switches flipped the entire game•💥 Thomas du Toit masterclass (MOTM performance)•🔁 Can a referee change shift momentum mid-game?•⚔️ Barbeary vs Willis — elite No.8 battle•🔴 Bordeaux 64–14 Leicester — try-of-the-season madness (LBB, Penaud, Rayasi)•🌍 Toulon vs Stormers thriller + Sale edge Quins•🐻 Bristol Bears — where it slipped, and why it was already gone👉 “14–14 while Lahiff was on… damage done before that.”•🇫🇷 Max’s French food jaunt 🍷•💼 Courtney Lawes to Sale & England implications•💰 Henry Pollock the millionaire?!⸻🎙️ ALSO:•Ryan LIVE at Saints vs Castres — including that interview moment•Plus Glasgow vs Bulls & Leinster vs Edinburgh•Listener reaction to the now infamous “prostate episode”…⸻🔐 SPONSOR — NORDVPNThis episode is sponsored by NordVPN👉 EXCLUSIVE DEAL: https://www.nordvpn.com/maul✔️ 30-day money-back guarantee✔️ 4 extra months FREE on the 2-year plan✔️ Use code MAUL⸻📈 SUPPORT THE SHOW👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for weekly rugby analysis🎧 Listen on Acast, Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow for clips & behind-the-scenes03:05 Bears tough trip to Toulouse - but it wasn't Max's fault!12:57 Bears season prospects from here19:08 NORD VPN21:31 Northampton Saints v Castre24:21 Henry Pollock signing for Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Agency28:57 Saints v Castres cont. - thoughts from the pitch side pundit32:57 The Ryan Wilson comeback!35:13 Bath v Saris39:32 Alfie Barbeary43:00 Return of the Lawmaker - Courtney Lawes to Sale (and England?)45:02 Geoff Parling v Craig Doyle46:55 Glasgow Warriors v Bulls50:59 Toulon v Stormers53:36 Bordeaux v Leicester58:11 Quins v Sale59:32 Jibulu's biting citing01:02:12 Leinster v Edinburgh01:03:13 Reiko Ioane; Smell My Finger01:04:22 Champions Cup QF Predictions  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Furbank & Stephen Varney join Maul or Nothing to break down BIG hits, England selection debates, and Exeter’s Italian revolution 🇮🇹This week on Maul or Nothing, we’re joined by Northampton Saints + England full back, George Furbank as well as Italy & Exeter scrum-half Stephen Varney for one of our most chaotic and insightful episodes yet.We dive straight into that huge collision moment — how’s the face?! 🤕 and ask the all-important question:👉 Would you rather have Sammy Arnold’s injury… or yours?Plus Max gives us an in-depth update on his omission from the Bears line up at Leicester.⸻🏉 INSIDE NORTHAMPTON SAINTS (FURBANK)•Tough battle at Franklin’s Gardens — what actually happened?•Saints flying high — but is it Premiership or Champions Cup priority?•Post-Six Nations return — banter, tension, or total chaos in camp?•The rise of Henry Pollock — what’s he REALLY like behind the scenes?•England debate heating up — is Furbank being overlooked for the 15 jersey?⸻🔥 BATH STATEMENT WIN vs SARACENS•Huge result — are Bath now title favourites?•Impact of Dyson’s investment — is this the turning point?⸻🇮🇹 STEPHEN VARNEY — EXETER & ITALY•Exeter building serious momentum?•The Italian core at Exeter:•Ross Vintcent•Andrea Zambonin•Why Exeter’s trajectory is suddenly VERY interesting•Italy’s rise — what’s changed inside that squad?•And the big one… 👀👉 Born in Wales, speaks Welsh — was it ever close to playing for Wales?⸻😳 ALSO IN THIS EPISODE•The Hastings yellow card — best standing ovation ever?•Medical madness: prostate exams in pro rugby?!•More face rearranging carnage 💥⸻🚨 EXCLUSIVE NordVPN DealStay secure online and unlock global rugby content 🌍👉 https://www.nordvpn.com/maul✔️ 30-day money-back guarantee✔️ Up to 4 extra months FREEUse code MAUL⸻📈 WHY YOU SHOULD SUBSCRIBEIf you love:•Premiership Rugby analysis•Six Nations insights•Behind-the-scenes player stories•Proper rugby chat (with zero filter)👉 Hit subscribe and join the fastest-growing rugby podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ France Win Six Nations With the Last Kick | England Baffling & Stuart McCloskey ExclusiveThe final round of the 2026 Six Nations delivered extraordinary drama as France beat England to win the championship with the last kick, and Ireland centre Stuart McCloskey joins Maul or Nothing to take us inside the Ireland camp.We break down France vs England, Ireland vs Scotland and Wales vs Italy from the decisive final weekend of the Six Nations 2026, as the championship came down to the final moments.🇫🇷 France vs England — Championship DeciderFrance held their nerve when the pressure was highest.⭐ Louis Bielle-Biarrey continues his incredible try-scoring run🎯 Thomas Ramos lands the kick that wins the entire Six NationsBut England delivered a performance that perfectly summed up their tournament:Brilliant… and utterly baffling.Despite losing four matches in the championship — something England hadn’t done since 1976 — they pushed France all the way.Big talking points:•⁠ ⁠🟨 Was the yellow card and penalty try correct?•⁠ ⁠🏃 Ollie Chessum’s intercept — should he have gone closer to the posts?•⁠ ⁠🎬 Henry Pollock’s Hollywood offload moment•⁠ ⁠🦶 England kicking possession away with 90 seconds left while leadingIs this England side actually building toward something… or stuck in a strange paradox?🇮🇪 Ireland vs Scotland — Stuart McCloskey Joins UsIreland centre Stuart McCloskey joins the show after a huge championship.Across the tournament he led Andy Farrell’s Ireland in:🏉 Carries🔥 Offloads💥 Defenders beaten📈 Post-contact metresHe takes us inside the Ireland camp:•⁠ ⁠Ireland’s performance in the final round•⁠ ⁠How the squad felt during those tense closing minutes watching and supporting England!•⁠ ⁠Chasing down Marcus Smith earlier in the championship•⁠ ⁠Life around the Ireland squad•⁠ ⁠And a very entertaining day out in London…Plus: are Ulster finally back?🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales vs Italy — Wales Finally Stop the RunWales ended a long wait for a Six Nations win.✅ First championship victory since 2023🏟 First home Six Nations win in four yearsThe game was effectively decided early as Wales raced into a 31-0 lead.Standouts:🔥 Aaron Wainwright immense🎯 Dan Edwards running the game with perfect kicking, a try and a drop goalTalking point:👉 Have Wales finally found their long-term No.10?🏉 Also on the show•⁠ ⁠⭐ Maul or Nothing Team of the Tournament•⁠ ⁠🏆 Player of the Championship debate•⁠ ⁠🎬 Max’s Moment of the Tournament•⁠ ⁠🎮 Fantasy Rugby resultsAnd Ryan nearly missing the show entirely after a night out in Dublin with an A-list Hollywood celebrity before scrambling home for Mother’s Day.🔐 Sponsored by NordVPNEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼https://www.nordvpn.com/maul✔ Try it risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee✔ Get 4 extra months FREE on the 2-year planUse code MAULTopics: Six Nations 2026, France vs England, Ireland vs Scotland, Wales vs Italy, Stuart McCloskey interview, rugby podcast, Six Nations final round analysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Round 4 of the Six Nations 2026 delivered absolute chaos — and on this week’s Maul or Nothing, we break down one of the most extraordinary weekends of Test rugby in years.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Scotland 50 – FranceGregor Townsend’s side ran riot — putting 50 points on France in a statement win that has completely blown open the championship race.We dive into:•⁠ ⁠Ben White vs Antoine Dupont — the scrum-half duel•⁠ ⁠Darcy Graham vs Louis Bielle-Biarrey in a brilliant wing battle•⁠ ⁠Scotland’s attacking blueprint that dismantled France•⁠ ⁠Dupont’s forward pass that summed up the French afternoon•⁠ ⁠the Scottish cohesion but France unusually subdued Plus the controversy…👀 Oscar Jégou’s alleged eye gougeA disciplinary hearing looms. We ask:•⁠ ⁠Is it worse than Eben Etzebeth’s recent incident?⸻🏉 England vs Italy – what on earth is the plan?England had the ball.England… kicked it away.Italy magnificent We break down:•⁠ ⁠England leading the tournament in kicks in play & kick metres•⁠ ⁠Ben Earl saying England were “unbelievable for 60 minutes” — are fans being gaslit?•⁠ ⁠Maro Itoje’s yellow card — careless or costly?•⁠ ⁠⁠Menoncello the best centre in world rugby right now And the big question:❓ Should Steve Borthwick still be England coach for the 2027 Rugby World Cup?⸻🇮🇪 Ireland vs WalesIreland got the job done in Dublin — but this may have been the most encouraging Welsh performance of the championship.We discuss:•⁠ ⁠Jack Crowley as Farrells World Cup 10•⁠ ⁠Signs of life in Steve Tandy’s Wales rebuild•⁠ ⁠The huge shift in Welsh physicality•⁠ ⁠Rhys Carre magic ⸻🔥 Championship permutations heading into the final roundThe title race is wide open.•⁠ ⁠France win the title with a bonus-point victory•⁠ ⁠Scotland could win their first championship since 1999•⁠ ⁠Ireland still alive if results fall their wayWe break down every scenario heading into Super Saturday.⸻🔐 This episode is sponsored by NordVPNEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼https://www.nordvpn.com/maul✔️ Try it risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee✔️ 4 extra months FREE on the 2-year plan✔️ Use code MAUL⸻🥃 Sponsor — Wolfcraig WhiskyElite insight. Proper rugby chat.👉 https://www.wolfcraig.comCheck out the 14 Year Old Deluxe Blend – Second Edition (Triple Sherry Cask).⸻🎙️ Maul or NothingHonest rugby analysis. Big laughs. No safe takes.If you’re enjoying the show please:⭐ Follow on Spotify / Apple Podcasts📺 Subscribe on YouTube📲 Share with a mate who loves rugby00:27 What a weekend to be aRyan!06:19 Nord VPN08:29 Scotland hit 50 vs France!19:08 Oscar Jegou gouging incident20:11 DuPont and teammates were rattled22:26 England's Struggles Continue: Huge win for Italy37:52 It’s a Warhammer Seg31:02 The Warhammer Seg has ended! - Italy's Rising Stars50:59 Ireland vs Wales - A New Welsh Identity56:52 Predictions and Feelings Ahead of the Matches58:19 Predictions and Feelings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Maul or Nothing Round 4 Preview Show is here — and the 2026 Six Nations title race is reaching boiling point.After England’s heavy defeat to Ireland at Twickenham, Steve Borthwick has torn up his backline and made 12 changes ahead of the trip to Rome.Is this a necessary reset… or full panic stations inside England camp?We break down all the major team selections, tactical questions and storylines heading into one of the biggest weekends of the championship.🏉 In this episode•⁠ ⁠England’s selection revolution after Twickenham•⁠ ⁠Fin Smith starting, Freddie Steward dropped and the entire backline reshuffled•⁠ ⁠Are England building toward the 2027 Rugby World Cup or still searching for an identity?•⁠ ⁠Italy’s rise — the Cannone brothers, Ferrari and Capuozzo back•⁠ ⁠Have Italy officially crossed the line from “free win” to genuine threat?•⁠ ⁠Can Scotland shock France at Murrayfield?•⁠ ⁠Is Ryan’s bold prediction actually possible… or delusional?•⁠ ⁠Ireland v Wales — Andy Farrell leaning heavily on Ulster talent•⁠ ⁠Are Wales finally beginning a proper rebuild?⸻🎉 Big news on the podMax Lahiff has signed a new contract — and the boys have plenty to say about it.AND… breaking rugby news means Maul or Nothing now technically has inside access to the All Blacks 👀With Dave Rennie becoming the new New Zealand head coach, MON suddenly has a direct line to the top of world rugby — given he used to coach Ryan.So naturally we’ll be expecting exclusive All Blacks insights any day now…⸻👕 Sponsor — Mystery Shirt In A BoxEvery box is a surprise rugby shirt with a story behind it.🔥 Six Nations Special:Rugby shirt + two prints for £35👉 https://mysteryshirtinabox.co.uk/products/rugby-union-mystery-shirt⸻🔐 Sponsor — NordVPNStay secure online wherever you travel.👉 Exclusive MON deal: https://www.nordvpn.com/maulUse code MAUL for 4 extra months on the 2-year plan + 30-day money-back guarantee.⸻🥃 Sponsor — Wolfcraig WhiskyElite insight. Proper rugby chat.👉 https://www.wolfcraig.comCheck out the 14 Year Old Deluxe Blend – Second Edition (Triple Sherry Cask).⸻💬 Join the conversationEngland have lost 2 from 2 since Max Lahiff stopped being involved in the squad…Should Steve Borthwick:A) Bring Max back immediatelyB) Bring Max back immediately but after a long speech about statisticsC) Bring Max back AND force the entire squad to wear a string vestLet us know in the comments 👇⸻📲 Subscribe for weekly Six Nations analysis, player interviews and proper rugby chat🎙️ Maul or Nothing — the rugby podcast where insight meets chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twickenham. 2026.And England were dismantled.🇮🇪 Ireland clinical.🏴 England chaotic.🗣 Ellis Genge admitting they may have believed their own hype.One of the most sobering afternoons at HQ in recent Six Nations history.This week on Maul or Nothing we break down:•⁠ ⁠Luke Cowan-Dickie & Freddie Steward hooked•⁠ ⁠George Ford’s missed kicks and the momentum swing•⁠ ⁠Ireland majestic across the park•⁠ ⁠Jamison Gibson-Park dictating everything•⁠ ⁠What this means for Steve Borthwick with the 2027 Rugby World Cup just 18 months away🏟 In Cardiff:Wales finally show signs of life under Steve Tandy — but Scotland still find a way. Finn Russell magic. Again. 🇫🇷 And France?Is the Grand Slam already inevitable? Their depth is frightening.🇮🇹 Italy improving again — and will genuinely fancy England in Rome.This is proper Six Nations analysis. No fence-sitting. No safe takes.⸻🔔 Follow Maul or Nothing on Spotify so you never miss an episode.5⭐ reviews massively help the show grow.⸻🔐 Sponsored by NordVPNGet 4 extra months FREE ➼ https://www.nordvpn.com/maulUse code MAUL30-day money-back guarantee⸻🥃 ALSO SPONSORED BY WOLFCRAIGThis episode is also proudly sponsored by WOLFCRAIG.👉 Head to https://www.wolfcraig.com🥃 Check out their superb range — including the 14 Year Old Deluxe Blend – Second Edition (Triple Sherry Cask) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England’s Grand Slam talk lasted a week.At Murrayfield in Round 2 of the 2026 Six Nations, Scotland delivered another Calcutta Cup statement — and this week on Maul or Nothing (MON) we’re joined by the man who ran it:🔥 Scotland scrum-half Ben White, fresh off controlling one of the biggest games of the championship.⸻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Scotland v England – Calcutta Cup 2026With Ben White in the studio:•⁠ ⁠The tactical plan at Murrayfield•⁠ ⁠The build-up after the Rome fallout•⁠ ⁠Scotland’s fast start and the momentum swing•⁠ ⁠The Arundell yellow/red and the 6–2 split gamble•⁠ ⁠Why versatility matters at Test level•⁠ ⁠What Finn Russell said to Ben just before his try 😂•⁠ ⁠What it feels like when the crowd and momentum are fully behind youWhite’s kicking game. Russell’s tempo. Tuipulotu carrying. Huw Jones lurking.Scotland playing with belief.⸻🇮🇪 Ireland v Italy•⁠ ⁠Italy humbling the Irish scrum•⁠ ⁠Tadhg Furlong and Dan Sheehan getting properly squashed up top•⁠ ⁠The controversial TMO forward-pass call•⁠ ⁠Ireland winning by the seat of their pants•⁠ ⁠Hollie Davidson’s calm, authoritative display⸻🇫🇷 Wales v France•⁠ ⁠France’s frightening depth•⁠ ⁠Jalibert & Dupont pulling strings behind a monstrous pack•⁠ ⁠Charles Ollivon in full Greek-god mode•⁠ ⁠Where Wales go from hereElite-level Six Nations analysis, player insight and honest selection debate.MON covers every round of the Six Nations 2026.⸻🔐 Sponsored by NordVPNEXCLUSIVE Deal ➼ https://www.nordvpn.com/maul30-day money-back guarantee + 4 extra months on the 2-year plan with code MAUL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Six Nations is back — and Maul or Nothing opens Week 1 with a proper deep dive, featuring Italy winger Louis Lynagh after one of the most emotionally charged weekends of international rugby.From Max’s whirlwind week inside England camp, to France’s brutal ballet in the rain and dismantling of Ireland, to serious questions about where Wales — and Scotland — go from here, this episode is packed with insider detail, big takes, and plenty of laughs.🔥 MAX’S WEEK WITH ENGLANDFresh from camp, Max takes us inside the bubble:•⁠ ⁠How did the call-up actually land?•⁠ ⁠Who was the first person he told?•⁠ ⁠Walking into a squad full of rivals… with just one club-mate•⁠ ⁠Did he break the unspoken rule and train like an academy kid?•⁠ ⁠Matchday nerves, stadium walk-ins, and the full Test-week rhythm•⁠ ⁠And yes… trying to get Henry Pollock out after the match, throwing Ben Earl under the bus — and most importantly… the stash🏉 LOUIS LYNAGH — FROM PREM FINALS TO SIX NATIONSLouis joins us to relive:•⁠ ⁠First-person thoughts on an epic international win•⁠ ⁠What happens immediately after the final whistle•⁠ ⁠Family watching on — and what that meant•⁠ ⁠How does a Six Nations moment compare to those Premiership final tries?•⁠ ⁠Italy’s passion, belief, and why this side feels different🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 SCOTLAND: THE ROAD AHEAD•⁠ ⁠Is this the end of the road for Gregor Townsend?•⁠ ⁠Where do Scotland go from here?🔴 WALES: WHERE DO THEY GO FROM HERE?•⁠ ⁠What can Steve Tandy realistically change?•⁠ ⁠Is this tactical, psychological — or something deeper?🔵 FRANCE v IRELAND — A SHIFTING POWER?France were majestic in appalling conditions. One writer summed it up perfectly:“Playing rugby against France is like spending 80 minutes being beaten up by a huge bloke, who breaks off to do a bit of ballet every now and again.”We break down:•⁠ ⁠France’s blend of violence and finesse•⁠ ⁠The Bordeaux influence — the catalyst?•⁠ ⁠Ireland’s injuries, pressure points, and performance•⁠ ⁠What they could do — and what they can realistically do now🧠 PLUS:•⁠ ⁠MON Fantasy Squad Names•⁠ ⁠Comments, controversy, and chaos — as ever🔐 EPISODE SPONSOR — NORDVPNTake back control of your online privacy with NordVPN.EXCLUSIVE DEAL ➼ https://nordvpn.com/maul✔️ Risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee✔️ 4 extra months free on a 2-year plan✔️ Use code MAUL🥃 ALSO SPONSORED BY WOLFCRAIGThis episode is also proudly sponsored by WOLFCRAIG.👉 Head to https://www.wolfcraig.com🥃 Check out their superb range — including the 14 Year Old Deluxe Blend – Second Edition (Triple Sherry Cask)👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 CommentThis is Maul or Nothing — where the Six Nations gets pulled apart properly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Six Nations is back — and this is the ultimate pre-show breakdown you need before kickoff.On this episode of Maul or Nothing, we’re joined by Ireland & British & Irish Lions winger Simon Zebo for elite insight, dressing-room reality, and the stories behind the team sheets as Europe’s biggest championship explodes into life.From France v Ireland on a rare Thursday night, to England v Wales at Twickenham, plus Scotland’s ceiling and Italy’s growing threat — nothing gets past us.⸻🔴 FRANCE v IRELAND – THE OPENING BLOCKBUSTER•⁠ ⁠Antoine Dupont RETURNS after an 11-month ACL layoff —•⁠ ⁠Why France scheduled this game on Thursday night (and what it tells us)•⁠ ⁠Jalibert over Ntamack — obvious call, but not an easy one•⁠ ⁠Gaël Fickou’s omission — and just how long he’s actually been around•⁠ ⁠Youth surge: Moefana (25), Depoortere (23), Gourgues (20)•⁠ ⁠ROG insight: France’s “there’s nothing between them” mentality — except DupontIreland under the radar?•⁠ ⁠Big selection calls at fly-half•⁠ ⁠Prendergast vs Byrne vs Crowley — who should start?•⁠ ⁠Big players missing: Aki, Keenan, Hansen, Porter⸻ENGLAND v WALES – PRESSURE EVERYWHEREEngland talking points:•⁠ ⁠Northampton connection: Freeman + Dingwall together•⁠ ⁠Henry Arundell back on the wing•⁠ ⁠Maro Itoje on the bench —•⁠ ⁠Is the modern game now fully 23-man rugby?•⁠ ⁠Henry Pollock — the ultimate impact player… and how much will he hate not starting?Wales: fresh start or same problems?•⁠ ⁠No win since March 2023 — but optimism is back•⁠ ⁠Injuries hit hard: Jac Morgan, Faletau, Tshiunza, Llewellyn•⁠ ⁠Bizarre stat: Louis Rees-Zammit has never played at Twickenham for Wales•⁠ ⁠Max… wing or fullback?•⁠ ⁠Alex Mann — world-champion agitator… shades of Ryan Wilson?⸻🔵 SCOTLAND – EXPECTATION MANAGEMENT•⁠ ⁠Preferred starting XV debate•⁠ ⁠What does success actually look like?•⁠ ⁠Sione’s careful messaging — humility or mind games?•⁠ ⁠Is this last-chance saloon for Gregor Townsend?⸻🇮🇹 ITALY – NOT A GIMME ANYMORE•⁠ ⁠Why Italy are no longer a free hit•⁠ ⁠Lessons from beating the Wallabies•⁠ ⁠Louis Lynagh predicts a big step forward•⁠ ⁠Big misses: Capuozzo, Negri, Vintcent, Allan⸻🥃 PLUS•⁠ ⁠Zebo stories you won’t hear elsewhere•⁠ ⁠Scotland humility chat•⁠ ⁠“10 channel fool’s gold”•⁠ ⁠Duncie Weir last minute drop goal •⁠ ⁠WOLFCRAIG shout-out to our fabulous sponsors 👉 https://www.wolfcraig.com⸻🔌 SPONSOR – SAILY eSIM (TRAVEL SMART)✈️ Avoid roaming fees & travel stressDownload SAILY in your app store or scan the QR code on screen.Use code MAUL at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.•⁠ ⁠Country, regional & global plans•⁠ ⁠Built-in security from Nord Security (NordVPN team)•⁠ ⁠Ad blocking, web protection & virtual location🔗 https://saily.com/maul⸻📲 FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE & DOWNLOADIf you love elite rugby analysis, inside dressing-room insight, and no-nonsense Six Nations chat — subscribe, download, and share.📌 New episodes every week📌 Available on Acast, Spotify & YouTube⸻🔍 SEO TAGS / HASHTAGS (YouTube) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MON dissects a brutal Premiership weekend and some seismic Six Nations decisions.Sale v Northampton had everything — needle, niggle, and a scoreline that didn’t tell the full story. Ryan caught up with Henry Pollock and Tommy Freeman after the game and lifts the lid on how Saints actually took it.Bristol grind out a filthy win in dreadful conditions — not the Bears way, but maybe their most satisfying yet. Flying high in the Prem… so why only one Bear anywhere near the England squad?Harlequins crash back to earth. Fans leaving early. Should relegation come back into the Premiership?Leicester quietly motor on. Bath enjoy their annual tradition as Finn Russell shushes The Shed. Gloucester stay competitive despite being depleted — with Charlie Atkinson flashing real promise at 10.Try celebrations are getting bolder too — torpedo dives, salutes to opposition fans… is anything off-limits now?URC chaos:•⁠ ⁠Glasgow squeezed by Zebre•⁠ ⁠Stormers beaten at home by the Sharks•⁠ ⁠Bulls win in Edinburgh — and once again prove they do travelPlus: Welsh rugby ownership chaos, England’s stacked depth, major Six Nations omissions, and why some of the biggest names in Europe are watching from home. Who on earth chooses to leave out Damian Penaud???All that — and MAX on conditions, violence-fuelled motivation, and a proper Royal Rumble Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙 MON is back with a blockbuster Champions Cup episode as Harlequins deliver the most Harlequins result imaginable — stunning La Rochelle just when the pressure was at its highest — while Munster crash out after a brutal, win-or-bust night in France 🇫🇷We’re joined by Will Collier, Castres Olympique prop and former Quins & England tighthead, for elite insight into scrummaging, knockout rugby, and life at the sharp end of Europe.🔴 MAX FOR ENGLAND?A big push from the MON audience as comments roll in calling for Max to be capped 🏉•⁠ ⁠What would it actually take to play for England?•⁠ ⁠How realistic is it right now for an England tighthead?•⁠ ⁠Contracts, timing, and the ruthless realities of international selection🔵 BRISTOL BEARS v BORDEAUX BÈGLESSo close, yet so far for Bristol Bears against Bordeaux Bègles.Plenty of frustration — but plenty of positives as Bristol stayed right in it until the end.🧠 Round of 16 draw quirks unpacked:•⁠ ⁠Bristol head to six-time champions Stade Toulousain•⁠ ⁠Sale Sharks travel to Quins•⁠ ⁠Northampton Saints host CastresAnd yes… Bristol have beaten all three of those English sides this season 👀🟣 GLASGOW WARRIORS – RYAN GOES FULL POETRyan waxes lyrical about Glasgow Warriors, who continue to look like genuine contenders as the Champions Cup sharpens 🔥🔥 CASTRES v MUNSTERA true knockout night as Castres silence Thomond Park.Will Collier takes us inside:•⁠ ⁠What it’s like to shut down one of Europe’s great fortresses•⁠ ⁠The tension of a one-score game•⁠ ⁠The sheer relief when Christian Ambadiang seals it late ⏱️🔜 Looking ahead: a massive test away at Northampton Saints🎭 THE BIG RESULTHarlequins.La Rochelle.Knockout rugby.Cue absolute chaos 🎢Will Collier revisits Bristanbul, the final, and what it really takes to win when everything is on the line.🔮 WHAT’S NEXT?The boys also preview the Round of 16 and pick out the tastiest ties still to come 🍿🥃 SPONSORED BY WOLFCRAIGThis episode is proudly sponsored by WOLFCRAIG.👉 Head to https://www.wolfcraig.com🥃 Check out their superb range — including the 14 Year Old Deluxe Blend – Second Edition (Triple Sherry Cask)Elite insight. Proper rugby chat.This is MON. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bordeaux Bègles brutalise Northampton Saints in a Champions Cup statement — and this episode features Bordeaux winger Salesi Rayasi, the flying Fijian who lit up the contest with pace, power and presence.Rayasi joins us as we break down a wild night where Bordeaux overwhelmed Saints, Cameron Woki crossed for a hat-trick from the back row, and the atmosphere turned full pantomime. Despite the heavy loss, Henry Pollock somehow drags Saints to a priceless bonus point, producing a WWE worthy performance… first they booed then they chanted his nameElsewhere, Bristol Bears blitz the Bulls at altitude with breathtaking, ball-in-hand rugby (including a try for our very own Max Lahiff)— piling on 75 points by half-time, scoring 16 tries, and handing the Bulls the second-most points ever conceded at Loftus Versfeld in the professional era. Ten Springboks on the teamsheet. Still not enough. Flowing rugby, ruthless tempo, total breakdown.We also cover:•Toulouse losing their aura on the road•Saracens with no European wobble•Harlequins delivering a result nobody called•Stormers’ unbeaten run ending in humiliation (John Dobson: “humiliating”)•A thriller at the Aviva as Harry Byrne holds his nerve in front of nearly 40,000•Edinburgh all but securing knockout rugby — including a brutal front-row moment•Glasgow Warriors stacking maximum points away at ClermontHat-tricks. Heat. Altitude. Villains. Flying Fijians.This is Champions Cup rugby at full throttle.🔐 This episode is sponsored by NordVPNEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://www.nordvpn.com/maulTry it risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee.Use code MAUL for 4 extra months free on a 2-year plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Champions Cup 2025–26 delivered one of its wildest results yet — and we’re joined by Glasgow Warriors captain Kyle Steyn after his side produced a European classic, coming from 21–0 down to beat six-time champions Toulouse 28–21 at Scotstoun in a result that sent shockwaves across Europe.In this episode of Maul or Nothing, the Glasgow skipper gives inside insight straight from the dressing room, before we break down Round 2 of the Champions Cup, debate whether rotation is killing the competition, and ask who is actually taking Europe seriously.🔥 Champions Cup Round 2 – Match Breakdown & Talking Points🏴 Glasgow Warriors 28–21 Toulouse•⁠ ⁠One of the greatest wins in Glasgow’s European history•⁠ ⁠Warriors fight back from 21–0 down and shut Toulouse out completely in the second half•⁠ ⁠A six-time European champion held scoreless after halftime•⁠ ⁠Talking point: Was this the best half of European rugby Glasgow have ever played?•⁠ ⁠What this performance says about Warriors mentality, leadership, and belief🐻 Bristol Bears 61–12 Pau•⁠ ⁠Nine tries and total domination against Top 14 opposition… are they right to only send their second teams….🃏 Harlequins 68–14 Bayonne⚫ Northampton Saints 50–5 Bulls•⁠ ⁠Saints physically overwhelm the Bulls in a devastating second half•⁠ ⁠Henry Pollock outstanding again — power, pace, all-round impact⚓ Toulon 45–34 Bath•⁠ ⁠Defence optional, chaos compulsory in a nine-try epic•⁠ ⁠Bath within four points with five minutes to go, still claim a losing bonus🌊 Stormers vs La Rochelle•⁠ ⁠Stormers crush La Rochelle in South Africa in a statement win•⁠ ⁠Just two players over 21 in La Rochelle’s backline•⁠ ⁠Youth experiment exposed — rotation or surrender?•⁠ ⁠Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu once again brings the fireworks🐯 Leicester Tigers vs LeinsterA brutal arm-wrestle decided by fine margins, with Leinster holding their nerve to edge Leicester.🏴 Other Results•⁠ ⁠Castres shut out Edinburgh 33–0🎙️ Kyle Steyn Interview – Glasgow Warriors CaptainThe Glasgow Warriors captain joins us to break down:•⁠ ⁠THAT comeback from 21–0 down•⁠ ⁠Belief and composure against six-time champions Toulouse•⁠ ⁠Scotstoun as a genuine European fortress•⁠ ⁠What this win means for Glasgow’s Champions Cup ambitions🧠 Plus•⁠ ⁠Should teams name a fixed Champions Cup squad before the season?•⁠ ⁠Is heavy rotation undermining Europe’s biggest competition?•⁠ ⁠TOP 14 quick-fire (7 minutes)•⁠ ⁠Max Lahiff on why fielding full-strength teams still matters📢 Subscribe, download, and share for elite insight, big-name guests, and the sharpest breakdown of the Champions Cup, Premiership Rugby, URC, and European rugby — every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Maul Or Nothing, we’re joined by Bristol Bears captain Fitz Harding and powerhouse centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg for an episode packed with chaos, laughs, and exclusive rugby chat.We get the lowdown on a heavy week with the Babaas, where there was more happening off the pitch than on it...We debate who's Uncle Pat’s favourite Bear (with some BIG contenders on the couch… plus Max 😅)...And we seek answers to the question everyone’s asking — is Lightning Luis Rees-Zammit the fastest player in the Premiership? There’s only one way to find out...and the fans want to see it!We also look ahead as the Bears sit one win away from a trip to 'Beaver’s Zoo’... And to top it all off, we’re running a HUGE GIVEAWAY — one lucky fan will win a one-off piece of art from BJVR himself 🎨🔥👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment to enter the giveaway and to stay up to date with Maul Or Nothing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Champions Cup roars back and the heavyweights arrive scorching hot — huge statements, harsh collapses, outrageous individual performances and early contenders already emerging.We dive into:💥 Etzebeth’s 12-week ban — too lenient? 🐻 MAX in Llanelli early doors with Genge & Oghre🧢 RYAN on duty in Manchester for Sale v Glasgow and then onto the Bath owner’s house for the after party! ⚡ Monster wins, shock turnarounds and the biggest storylines from Week 1🔥 Toulouse, Bath, La Rochelle & Bordeaux all flexing early dominance😳 Bulls’ collapse, Saints’ chaos win, and whether Leinster’s scoreline flattered them💬 Plus: Should the Champions Cup bring in a trimmed squad you can only pick from?And… it’s Christmas.🎁 For elite festive whisky gifts, hit https://www.wolfcraig.com — including the 14-Year-Old Deluxe Blend Second Edition Triple Sherry Cask.This Episode is sponsored by NordVPNEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/maul Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guaranteeour link will also give you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan. Use the code “MAUL” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ This week on Maul or Nothing we dive into one of the wildest rugby weekends of the year — from Etzebeth’s Gougezilla moment, and reds all across the leagues to Bristol detonating Saints, shockwaves in the URC, and Europe about to kick off. Monster drama everywhere.💈 Sponsored by MANSCAPED®️ (AD)🎯 Get 15% OFF the White Hot Lawn Mower®️ 5.0 Ultra with code MON at https://www.manscaped.com👉 Give the gift of smooth this holiday season.🚀 15% OFF your entire order with code MON — stay sharp, stay ready, stay festive.#manscapedpartner🟥 SOUTH AFRICA 73–0 WALES — The Gougezilla Incident• Springboks unleash total domination — 11-try demolition, Wales’ worst-ever home loss and first scoreless home Test since 1967.• The headline: Etzebeth’s late eye-gouge red card on Alex Mann — even Rassie says it was correct.• A serious ban now looms.• Wales’ rebuild hits its lowest point yet. 😬🐻 PREMIERSHIP — Bristol Blitz Saints• Max finally back on the horse in a resounding winBenhard Janse Van Rensburg's performance and what it means for England.• Gloucester finally claim their first win of the season, beating Quins 26–15 behind Ben Redshaw’s brace.• Exeter’s miracle comeback: from 26–6 down to beat Sale 27–26.• Bath edge Saracens 36–29 thanks to a late Henry Arundell winner.• Newcastle still searching for their first point after another heavy loss to Leicester.💥 URC — Upsets Everywhere• Glasgow stunned by bottom-placed Scarlets.• Stormers pull off a huge away win at Munster.• Cardiff rocket up to second after another big performanceDragons robbed against Leinster?🌍 PLUS: Champions Cup PreviewWho’s hot, who’s wobbling, and who’s about to detonate when Europe kicks off?We break down the contenders and the chaos to come. ⚡🎄 HOLIDAY GROOMING PSA (AD)It’s gifting season — and nothing says festive confidence like the MANSCAPED®️ Performance Package 5.0 Ultra.Trim. Refresh. Stay ready.🎁 Join 13M+ men globally.👉 Use code MON for 15% OFF at Manscaped.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England stay undefeated, the Boks brutally smash Ireland's pack, and the Autumn Internationals kick up more talking points.Marc, Ryan & Max break down every huge moment — from red cards and hat-tricks to tunnel bust-ups and record breakers. 🏉🔥England survive a fierce Argentina comeback, Ireland collapse under Bok pressure, Wales run in four against the All Blacks, France put seven past Australia, and Scotland blow Tonga away. Max Ojomoh’s breakout, Malcolm Marx making history, Tom Rogers’ hat-trick, and Duhan van der Merwe setting new records — all the big stories from a wild Test weekend.In this episode:• England’s unbeaten run & Max Ojomoh lighting it up • Tom Curry tunnel drama • Springboks overpower Ireland in Dublin • Ireland’s card chaos & Marx crowned World Player of the Year • Wales show attacking growth vs the All Blacks • France run in seven as Australia’s tour hits disaster territory • Scotland's conundrum • Angus Bell hype & Sevu Reece hotstepping🏆 Sponsored by NordVPNEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal → https://nordvpn.com/maul Use code MAUL to get 4 extra months FREE on the 2-year plan. Try it risk-free with their 30-day money-back guarantee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ This week on Maul or Nothing we’re joined by the heavyweight duo Evan Roos and John Barclay as we break down a wild weekend of international rugby. From England shattering the All Blacks’ aura to Scotland’s Murrayfield misery, this might be the most explosive recap yet. (Plus Ryan and Barcs are on a weird lone wolf camping holiday) 💈 Sponsored by MANSCAPED®️ (AD)🎯 Get 15% OFF the White Hot Lawn Mower®️ 5.0 Ultra with code MON at https://www.manscaped.com!👉 Give the gift of smooth this holiday season.🚀 15% OFF your entire order with code MON — stay sharp, stay ready, stay festive.#manscapedpartner🏉 ENGLAND vs ALL BLACKS — A Result for the Ages 🇬🇧🇳🇿•⁠ ⁠England break the aura — did anyone see THIS coming?•⁠ ⁠George Ford’s drop-goals… he’s the man now 👀•⁠ ⁠Dingwall + Lawrence: England’s midfield answer?•⁠ ⁠Henry Pollock and that Haka response — are we fans?🏴 SCOTLAND vs ARGENTINA — Chaos at Murrayfield•⁠ ⁠Where do you even begin?•⁠ ⁠Players or management? Who carries the can?•⁠ ⁠Should Toony really go, as the papers claim?•⁠ ⁠21–0… leaving early may have been genius 😅•⁠ ⁠Where Scotland go from here…🇿🇦 SOUTH AFRICA vs ITALY — Red Card Mayhem•⁠ ⁠Franco Mostert’s red: right call or rugby gone mad?•⁠ ⁠The “he’s 6ft 8, what else can he do?” debate•⁠ ⁠14-man Boks beating France and Italy…•⁠ ⁠Rassie conspiracy theorists assemble 🧠🧩•⁠ ⁠Italy controlling huge portions — are they turning a corner?🐉 WALES vs JAPAN — Relief, Not Joy•⁠ ⁠First men’s home win in 2+ years•⁠ ⁠1 red + 3 yellows… is rugby being ruined?•⁠ ⁠Eddie Jones: “Wales fans should ask for a refund, but the union can’t afford it.” 😂🇮🇪 IRELAND vs AUSTRALIA — The Mack Attack•⁠ ⁠A record win for Ireland vs Aus— statement made•⁠ ⁠Mack Hansen hat-trick inside 27 minutes vs his birth nation•⁠ ⁠Fun fact: Ben Gunter, Monty Ioane, Lewis Lynagh & Mack Hansen all Aus-qualified… all scored vs Aus this month 🤯🇫🇷 FRANCE vs FIJI — Momentum Madness•⁠ ⁠France somehow blow a 21–0 lead… then snatch it back•⁠ ⁠Fiji now a proper Test side: structure + fitness + chaos = danger•⁠ ⁠Mick Byrne revolution already visible•⁠ ⁠In a weird way… both teams leave with something🎄 HOLIDAY GROOMING PSA (AD)It’s gifting season — and nothing says “festive confidence” like the MANSCAPED®️ Performance Package 5.0 Ultra.Trim. Refresh. Stay ready.🎁 Join 13M+ men globally.👉 Use code MON for 15% OFF at Manscaped.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys are back together and this week they’re on tour/stag do in the Scottish capital. Marc, Ryan and Max head to Murrayfield hoping to witness history — could this finally be the Scotland team to break the All Blacks curse? Joining them are Scotland stars Blair Kinghorn and Adam Hastings, who relive the drama on and off the pitch.From Hasto’s best man speech at Blair’s wedding (and who completely bombed it) to a night out with the All Blacks and Scotland boys in Edinburgh’s finest haunts.The boys also take in the monstrous clash between South Africa and France. The revenge dish sent back to the kitchen!!Also a chance to describe Englands tight contest against the valiant Fijians! it’s all here — chaos, honesty and plenty of laughs.🎙️ Presented by Maul or Nothing💥 Sponsored by NordVPN — because there’s Nord way you should miss out.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/maul Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guaranteeour link will also give you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan. Use the code “MAUL” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.