Author: jlpagano

Pod 160 : Harlequins v Leinster wrapup

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EXTRA THOUGHTS

From 2008-last season the bulk of my Harpin’ On Leinster & Ireland rugby was done in the form of a “match writeup” which would post every Monday afternoon, while I added a weekly podcast in 2019 to cover broader topics around the sport.

This season just to mix things up I have chosen to do less articles and more pods and the weekend just gone gave me the first chance to try out a new type of “wrapup” pods where instead of reviewing the most recent match in my own words, I’ll instead chat to some fellow fans about it. And I think we gave it a decent go in our first attempt if I do say so myself, which I do. Obvs there are things that need to be ironed out and I plan to upgrade my equipment as the season goes along but I’m happy enough with the new format so far.

But that certainly won’t stop me writing and I’ve decided to create this ‘extra thoughts’ heading for these posts where I can add things I may have forgotten to add or perhaps clarify somethind a listener brougtup in some feedback, stuff like that.

For the win at Quins there were a couple of impressive performances I forgot to mention, like Alex Soroka who seems to have picked up where he left off after his PotM display in South Africa earlier in the year, and of the 19 year olds who had prolonged cameos, Ben Brownlee had an error or two but certainly nothing to suggest he wont improve and as for Sam Prendergast he did really well under the circumstances, particularly that territory kick that put us in a position to claim the match winning try.

On the Harlequins side I forgot to give an honourable mention to their centre Lennox Anyanwu who had some really strong carries, with himself and Dombrandt representing the home side’s most potent threats.

Also on the pod we spoke about “full time takes” and I realise I forgot to add my own so here’s what I tweeted…

Sadly there is no Leinster match next weekend so as well as using the time to go around the provinces to see how their squads are shaping up, I plan to follow both the Irish Women’s and Men’s 7s squads as they take part in the World Cup, with the men taking part in the very first match of the weekend on Friday morning, so stay tuned for that.

Don’t forget to follow us wherever you can, we’re well established on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram but also this season we’re aiming to increase our presence on both YouTube and TikTok so as the saying goes “smash that subscribe button”!!! JLP

FRONT FIVE ARTICLES

1) Another poor start sees Munster end pre-season winless (irishexaminer.com) by Stephen Barry

2) Jacob Stockdale’s try-scoring return caps Ulster’s night as victory over Exeter ramps up preparations for new season – BelfastTelegraph.co.uk by Jonathan Bradley

3) Leinster Rugby | Conor O’Brien to Retire from Rugby by Marcus Ó Buachalla

4) All Blacks bounce back strongly to punish Argentina 53-3 in Hamilton | Stuff.co.nz by Aaron Goile on Stuff

5) New faces revive old Boks (sarugbymag.co.za) by Zelim Nel on Sa Rugby Mag

HARPIN’ MATCH WRITEUPS ARE BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE IRISH RUGBY STORE

Rugby on TV : Sep 1-2

FULL LIST

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 2

8:05AM – MANAWATU V TASMAN – NPC – SKY SPORTS ARENA

7PM – ULSTER V EXETER CHIEFS – PRESEASON – BBC TWO NI

7:30PM – HARLEQUINS V LEINSTER – PRESEASON – LIVESTREAM (behind paywall cost £2.99 > register at this link)

7:45PM – BOROUGHMUIR BEARS V HERIOTS RC – SUPER 6 – FREE SPORTS

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3

5:35AM – SOUTHLAND V WELLINGTON – NPC – SKY SPORTS ARENA

8:05AM – NEW ZEALAND V ARGENTINA – RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP – SKY SPORTS MAIN EVENT/ARENA

10:35AM – AUSTRALIA V SOUTH AFRICA – RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP – SKY SPORTS ARENA

2PM – RACING 92 V CASTRES – TOP 14 – PREMIER SPORTS 2

3PM – ENGLAND V USA – WOMEN’S TEST – THE RUGBY NETWORK

4PM – STADE FRANCAIS V CLERMONT – TOP 14 – PREMIER SPORTS 2

5:30PM – PONTYPRIDD V CARDIFF – WELSH PREM – S4C

8PM – LA ROCHELLE V MONTPELLIER – TOP 14 – PREMIER SPORTS 2

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 3

8PM – BORDEAUX BEGLES V TOULOUSE – TOP 14 – PREMIER SPORTS 2

RUGBY ON TV IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE IRISH RUGBY YOU TUBE CHANNEL

Rugby on TV : Aug 25-31

FULL LIST

FRIDAY AUGUST 27

8:35 AM – WAIKATO V COUTNIES MANUKAU – NPC – SKY SPORTS ARENA

7:30PM – MUNSTER V GLOUCESTER – FRIENDLY – IRISH EXAMINER LIVESTREAM

7:45PM – AYRSHIRE BULLS V WATSONIANS – SUPER 6 – FREESPORTS

SATURDAY AUGUST 28

3:45AM – AUSTRALIA V NEW ZEALAND – WOMEN’S TEST – SKY SPORTS ARENA

5:30AM – AUCKLAND V OTAGO – NPC – SKY SPORTS MIX

6:30AM – AUSTRALIA V SOUTH AFRICA – RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP – SKY SPORTS MAIN EVENT/MIX

8:45AM – NEW ZEALAND V ARGENTINA – RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP – SKY SPORTS ARENA

11AM – JAPAN V IRELAND – SECOND TEST – TG4

WORLD RUGBY MEN’S SEVENS ON WORLD.RUGBY

5:20PM – FIRST MATCH

6:48PM – IRELAND V FRANCE

10:09PM – IRELAND V WALES

2:05AM (SUNDAY) – FIJI V IRELAND

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28

WORLD RUGBY SEVENS ON WORLD.RUGBY

FIXTURES TO BE CONFIRMED

4:45PM – FIRST MATCH

RUGBY ON TV IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE IRISH RUGBY YOUTUBE CHANNEL

2021 Lions documentary to screen on Virgin Media from Wed Aug 24

The British & Irish Lions in conjunction with The South African Rugby Union has released a much-anticipated three-part behind-the-scenes documentary of the 2021 British & Irish Lions Series, which will be aired in Ireland on Virgin Media’s newest television station, Virgin Media Four.

The documentary series ‘Two Sides’ explores what transpired in the Springbok and Lions camps during the 2021 Tour of South Africa and has already received rave reviews since airing on ITV 1 earlier this summer.

This is the latest in a long and critically acclaimed series of Lions Tour documentaries that includes the mould-breaking ‘Living with Lions’ released 25 years ago.

‘Two Sides’ steps away from the traditional format, which has always concentrated on the tourists, and tells the stories of the Lions and Springboks during the first Tour to South Africa in over a decade.

The Tour was successfully completed against the hugely challenging backdrop of a global pandemic and the documentary features fly-on-the-wall footage of what was a gripping series.

As well as illuminating insights into the teams’ preparations and what went on during the matches, the documentary will also give fans a rare glimpse into the workings of a unique and memorable sporting event.

The British & Irish Lions and The South African Rugby Union are delighted to bring this three-part series to supporters with our broadcast partner in Ireland, Virgin Media.

The three hour-long episodes of Two Sides, produced by Whisper and T + W, will be shown on Virgin Media Four. Virgin Media Four is Virgin Media’s newest television channel and the documentary will form part of its launch.

Episode 1 will be shown on Wednesday 24 August at 9pm, Episode 2 on Wednesday 31 August at 9pm and Episode 3 on Wednesday 7 September at 9pm.

Episode 1 can be watched again on Virgin Media Four on Monday 29 August, Episode 2 on Monday 5 September and Episode 3 on Monday 12 September, all broadcast at 9pm.

Speaking on the new documentary, Ben Calveley, British & Irish Lions Managing Director, said: “We are delighted to give our fans in Ireland the opportunity to watch this brilliant documentary series. The British & Irish Lions and documentaries are inextricably linked.

“Going back to 1997 with the unforgettable ‘Living with Lions’, the Lions have produced a documentary capturing behind-the-scenes moments of every subsequent Tour.

“This particular documentary shows how both sides rose to the unprecedented challenge of hosting a major sporting event during a global pandemic and I’m sure Lions fans in Ireland will really enjoy it.”

South African Rugby Union CEO, Jurie Roux, added: “I know rugby fans are going to find this documentary fascinating and entertaining in equal measure, with the added twist this time of getting a fly-on-the-wall view of both camps involved in this unique tour.

“We are delighted to partner with The British & Irish Lions on ‘Two Sides’, which will act as a wonderful archive for rugby fans to look back upon for decades to come.”

(courtesy of www.lionsrugby.com)