VMTV Rugby Pod | Ian McKinley & Stuart McAvoy preview Ireland against Italy at the Aviva Stadium

Stuart McAvoy and Alan Quinlan look back on an incredible 2026 Six Nations Championship.The final round was quite remarkable with France winning back-to-back Championships thanks to a Thomas Ramos penalty with the last kick-off the game against England in Paris.Ireland were Triple Crown Winners and Wales defeated Italy in what was a first Six Nations victory for them in three years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"We really wanted to back up that England performance."Ireland fullback Jamie Osborne who made his debut against South Africa in summer 2024, opens up about his journey from Naas Rugby Club to the international stage.Jamie shares insights into coming through the ranks, training alongside his five rugby-playing brothers, Ireland’s thrilling win over Wales, and his preparation for Ireland’s upcoming Six Nations fixtures. He also talks about the excitement of aiming for another Triple Crown and potentially a championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"It's pretty surreal, if I'm being honest.""I think we're just so focused at the minute on performance, on putting our best version on the field."Scotland lock Grant Gilchrist speaks ahead of Scotland’s Six Nations clash with Ireland national rugby union team.Gilchrist is set to win his 88th Scotland cap, becoming the country’s most capped second row, surpassing former captain Scott Murray.The Scotland stalwart reflects on his journey since making his debut in 2013, what it means to represent Scotland, and the challenge of facing Ireland as Scotland look to compete for the Triple Crown and potentially the Six Nations Championship title. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart McAvoy and Ian McKinley preview the climax to the 2026 Six Nations Championship.It is going to be a belter Saturday with the Triple Crown and Championship winner all still to be decided.Ireland play Scotland, it is Wales against Italy and France and England are the evening kick-off in 'Le Crunch' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart McAvoy and Alan Quinlan look forward to round four in the Men's Six Nations Championship.First up on Friday night it is Ireland against Wales then on Saturday France head to Edinburgh to face Scotland and England battle it out with Italy in Rome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland Under-20 star Josh Neill sits down for an exclusive interview with Virgin Media Sport. Josh turns 19 on Saturday and reflects on his incredible journey in rugby so far, from growing up in South Africa, representing Rondebosch High School, Captaining Western Province U18, playing for South Africa U18, to joining the Leinster Academy in Ireland.The Irish back-row has been a standout performer in the U20 Championship, earning two Player of the Match awards, including a memorable performance against England at the Recreation Ground last Friday.Ireland U20 vs Wales U20, Saturday 7th March Live from 7:30pm on Virgin Media PLAY & Virgin Media Two 📺 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart McAvoy and Ian McKinley reflect on Ireland's record away win in Southwest London against England. The former Italian fly-half also discusses Andy Farrell's future as well as Mike Prendergast's Munster departure as he moves to Bath next season. #VMSport #GuinnessM6N Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart McAvoy and Alan Quinlan look ahead to round three of the Men's Six Nations Championship. This fixtures this weekend see England take on Ireland, Wales hosting Scotland and it is France against Italy on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart McAvoy and Ian McKinley are in studio to focus on round two of the 2026 Men's Six Nations Championship.In round one Ireland lost to France in Paris as for Italy it was a big win in Rome when they welcomed Scotland. The Azzurri have lost 25 of their 26 matches against Ireland in the Men's Six Nations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“It’s never nice losing in a green shirt” | Garry Ringrose on Ireland’s 36-14 Defeat to FranceGarry Ringrose sits down with Virgin Media Sport's Stuart McAvoy after Ireland's defeat to France. Ireland's outside centre is hurting after the disappointing defeat and is looking for a much-needed response against Italy on Saturday at the Aviva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.