Welcome to the final Rugby Roundup of 2024 with Big Mike from Big Mike Sports. This week, we dive into thrilling results from the European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup, as well as preview the URC, Top 14, and Men's Premiership games set for this weekend. Despite the holiday pause in competitions, the excitement continues as various teams fight for dominance in their pools and leagues.

In the Champions Cup, we witnessed victories for teams like Toulouse, Bordeaux, and Saracens, while certain favorites faced unexpected defeats. The Challenge Cup also saw surprising outcomes with Connacht and Montpellier securing top positions in their pools.

With festive cheers and future Rugby champions announcements on the horizon, this episode celebrates the spirit of the game and closes 2024 with a heartfelt farewell.

Join us for an exciting year-end review as we wish all our fans joyful holidays and look forward to more rugby action next year. Merry Christmas!

Welcome to this week's Rugby Roundup with Big Mike Sports! In this episode, we dive into the thrilling first week of the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup, highlighting key matches in Europe and South Africa. Discover the excitement from the South African Sevens, where South Africa claimed victory against France.

We provide a comprehensive overview of country performances and club victories, showcasing the intense competition. Tune in for insights into the upcoming games and the eagerly awaited matchups between unbeaten teams in the Champions Cup, including the epic face-offs of Leinster vs. Clermont and Toulon vs. Glasgow.

Join us as we look ahead to the exciting weekend prospects in the Challenge Cup and share fun facts about rugby's longest international winning streaks. Keep up with Big Mike Sports for the latest in rugby action, and enjoy this week's roundup of exhilarating games, fascinating match statistics, and much more!

Welcome to the Rugby Roundup with Big Mike! Dive into the thrilling world of rugby as we recap last week's exhilarating matches, including Ireland's stunning comeback against Australia and major club showdowns in the URC and Premiership. Witness Leinster's victory over Ulster and Toulouse's narrow win in the Top 14.

We've got exclusive insights into upcoming clashes in the European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup, with each pool gearing up for intense battles. The feast of rugby action continues as Vanbes faces off against the Black Lion, plus the excitement of Cape Town Sevens.

Whether you're cheering for club, country or intrigued by rugby's global reach, this episode delivers all the action. Join us and experience rugby like never before!

Join Big Mike in the latest episode of Rugby Roundup as we delve into a fantastic week of international rugby action. From France securing a strong victory over Argentina to Ireland's dominant performance against Fiji, and New Zealand wrapping up their tour on a high note against Italy, we cover all the major highlights. Don't miss the emotional triumph of Scotland over Australia, and England's resurgence against Japan.

In club rugby, the Top 14 league delivers intense battles with Toulouse and Bordeaux leading the charge, while the oldest Irish rugby fixture, Leinster vs. Ulster, promises an intriguing face-off in the URC. The Premiership heats up with exciting matchups, as the Bristol Bears and Harlequins lock horns in a highly anticipated clash.

As the 24/25 Sevens Series kicks off in Dubai, catch up on the latest updates and predictions for the coming season. Stay tuned as Big Mike provides expert insights and previews the most exciting games to watch this weekend, including Ireland versus Australia, and shares a fun fact about Irish rugby history.

Welcome to this week's Rugby Roundup, where Big Mike from Big Mike Sports delves into the exhilarating world of international rugby. In this episode, we review last week's intense matches, including Ireland's narrow victory over Argentina, South Africa's triumph over England, and France's thrilling win against New Zealand.

We also highlight Australia's impressive performance in their Grand Slam tour, securing a dominant win over Wales, and Italy's comeback victory against Georgia. Meanwhile, Scotland showcased their strength against Portugal, and Fiji staged a remarkable turnaround to defeat Spain.

As we look ahead, we preview the upcoming international games, including a highly anticipated clash between France and Argentina, Ireland's match against Fiji, and Australia's continuation of their Grand Slam pursuit against Scotland. Plus, we discuss the restart of the Top 14 in France and the excitement surrounding the upcoming Sevens Series.

Join Big Mike for his top picks of the week, featuring must-watch matches that promise to deliver thrilling rugby action. Don't miss out on the excitement as we gear up for another unforgettable week in the rugby world!

Welcome to this week's Rugby Roundup with Big Mike! Dive into the exhilarating international men's games from last weekend, including Ireland's clash with New Zealand, Australia's stunning victory over England, and Argentina's commanding win over Italy.

Join us as we recap the dramatic encounters, from the Wallabies' last-minute triumph at Twickenham to France's dominant performance against Japan in Paris. Explore the heart-stopping match between Wales and Fiji, and witness the Springboks' powerful display against Scotland.

Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming Autumn Nations Series fixtures, featuring top-ranked teams in action. Don't miss Ireland's showdown with Argentina, France's battle with the All Blacks, and Italy's intriguing matchup against Georgia.

Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to rugby, this episode is packed with excitement and expert analysis!

Welcome to this week's episode of Rugby Roundup with Big Mike, where we dive into last week's thrilling international games and gear up for an action-packed week ahead. We'll explore the intense face-off between England and New Zealand at Twickenham, where the All Blacks clinched a narrow victory, and Scotland's commanding win over Fiji.

In the club realm, we review the Top 14 results from France, highlighting key performances and standings as we anticipate a hiatus from club matches to focus on international play.

Looking forward, the excitement builds with a series of international matches featuring top-ranked teams like Ireland against the All Blacks, England versus Australia, and Scotland taking on South Africa. With world rankings and reputations on the line, this weekend promises to be a rugby spectacle.

Amidst the rugby frenzy, Big Mike shares a fun fact about his favorite French club, Vannes. Stay tuned for an exhilarating episode filled with rugby insights and passion!

Welcome to a special episode of Rugby Roundup with Big Mike, where we dive into the exciting prospects of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025. Join us as we explore the tournament draw, potential match-ups, and predictions for the upcoming event in England, with the final set to take place at the iconic Twickenham Stadium.

The episode provides an in-depth analysis of the pools, featuring top-ranked teams like England, Canada, New Zealand, and France. Discover why Pool A is considered the "pool of death" and why the New Zealand versus Ireland match is one to watch. We also discuss the potential paths to the quarterfinals and beyond, highlighting possible upsets and intriguing battles.

As we gear up for this thrilling tournament kicking off in August 2025, Big Mike shares insights into how teams are shaping up through events like the Six Nations. Will England reclaim their throne, or will another team rise to the occasion and create a seismic shift in women's international rugby? Tune in to find out!