The Good, The Bad & The Rugby

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  • James Haskell, Mike Tindall and Alex Payne return for season five of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby. Expect more great guests, insight, laughter and tears.
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  • The Six Nations: Jewel in the Crown
    Jan 29 2025

    In this episode of GBR, the team dives into the highly anticipated Six Nations tournament. Is it the greatest rugby competition in the world?


    Former Ireland winger Shane Horgan joins the discussion, reminiscing about the tournament’s magic while the guys discuss whether moving it behind a paywall could be a costly mistake.


    On the field, the big questions loom: Can anyone stop France? How will Ireland’s aging squad get on? And just how much pressure is Steve Borthwick under?


    Plus, don’t miss Mystic Mike’s predictions—brought to you in partnership with heycar!


    Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres.

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    57 mins
  • Bill Sweeney Breaks His Silence
    Jan 22 2025

    In this gripping episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Rugby, Alex, Hask, and Tins sit down with Bill Sweeney, the embattled CEO of the RFU, as he faces mounting scrutiny from every corner of England.

    With an SGM looming, record financial losses, grassroots discontent, and criticism from players, fans, and referees alike, Sweeney breaks his silence. From the future of the Championship to the controversial bonus payments and the state of English rugby at all levels.

    This is a critical conversation about leadership, and whether Sweeney and the RFU are fit for purpose in 2025 & beyond.


    ⌚️WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form


    Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Luke Pearce on Ref Bashing, Diving, and Interfering TMO’s
    Jan 15 2025

    In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby, the team is joined by top referee Luke Pearce for an in-depth exploration of the challenges facing referees. Tackling topics like Mack Hansen's ban, the impact of TMOs on the game, and whether rugby as an emerging problem with simulation and diving.

    Alex and Hask wrap things up with a lively discussion about the Investec Champions Cup, debating the greatest back row unit and previewing the upcoming Round 4 fixtures.

    Season 5 is proudly sponsored by Continental Tyres.

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    1 hr and 10 mins

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Great to hear Eddie's side

Was great to hear what Eddie had to say about what happened and the future looking bright for him. Alex & Hask do a great job as always probing and putting their view across 👏 thanks for making my deployment easier 😀

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The Bin Juice is back!

The Bin Juice (Shame and Ben) answered the call and fronted up....no doubt they will be dropped again next week in favour of bigger names! Long live the Bin Juice!

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