Tigers Have the Will to Win – Red Bulls Hurded!

Derby delight at Mattioli Woods “Wet”ford Road! Saints were soaked, Tigers’ pack turned up the pressure, and Leicester emerged with a 28–7 win.David and Millie discuss Joe Heyes’ influence and the half-time flashpoint—was that the spark for Tigers’ dominant second half?Plus the latest Tigers news and a look ahead to the trip to Bristol.

David and Millie look back on Tigers’ 41–17 defeat in Pau: Ollie Chessum’s try-scoring return, the moments that kept Tigers in the contest and how the game slipped away. Millie also brings us reactions from fans she spoke to after the match.Plus the latest Tigers news and a look ahead to Derby Day against Northampton.

Tigers fell 14–0 behind Gloucester, then fought back to win 38–31 at Mattioli Woods Welford Road. David and Millie review the slow start, the forwards’ response, Billy Searle’s kicking and the performances that turned the game around.Then Rob from the RosBif Rugby Pod joins us for the main conversation as Tigers prepare for their trip to Pau. We also cover Archie van der Flier’s new contract and Finn Theobald-Thomas’ retirement.

Tigers claim their first PREM win of the season, beating Newcastle Red Bulls 24–19 at Kingston Park. A rolling maul try from Samiuela Moli, a score against his former club for Adam Radwan and Will Hurd’s quick tap make the difference.David and Millie discuss the improved defence, the second-half set-piece struggles and why the team still seemed frustrated after a win. They also look ahead to Friday night’s Slater Cup against in-form Gloucester and choose this week’s three-word Premium Review for the Revival Rum draw.

Six tries scored, six conceded. Two points earned, three left behind. Tigers’ 38–40 defeat to Saracens was a frustrating start to the season, partly due to key players missing — but there was plenty in the attacking play to give David and Millie hope.We pick through the slow start, Gabriel Hamer-Webb’s hat-trick and the moments that decided it, before looking ahead to Newcastle. And we reflect on the 745 Game, which gave the day at Mattioli Woods Welford Road a meaning far beyond the result.

A win in Cork, Billy Searle staying put and the small matter of Saracens to come… the Premiership season is finally here!David and Millie look back at Tigers’ 32–24 friendly win over Munster, discuss Searle’s new deal and the latest news from around the club, before looking ahead to Sunday’s Gallagher Prem opener against Sarries at MWWR.Plus, we’re joined by Tigers fan and MND fundraising warrior Mike Dixon, who tells us about his latest challenge ahead of the 745 Game and the three charities being supported.Signed, Searle, Delivered… now for Sarries! 🐯🎙️

A slightly shorter one this week – after a performance like that, probably best not to dwell on it for too long!BULLdozed by Newcastle at home and 26–0 down before the fightback – is the Tigers glass half full, half empty, or is it just time for another pint of BrewDog?Is a storm brewing…or is it just Thunder?David and Millie dissect the defeat, discuss rumours of a star Tiger staying put and pick this week’s three-word Premium Review for the Revival Rum prize draw.

In this special bonus episode, we speak to former Leicester Tigers S&C coach Will Findlay about a subject that goes far beyond rugby.Will talks with remarkable honesty about his mental health and severe intrusive thoughts, the moment he reached breaking point and why he made the decision to step away from coaching in Australia and return home.Recorded, by coincidence, on World Suicide Prevention Day, this is a powerful and important conversation that we hope you’ll make time to hear and share.Content warning: This episode contains open discussion of suicidal thoughts and mental-health crisis.If you’re struggling, call Samaritans free on 116 123. In an emergency, call 999.

Millie and David hear from multi-talented Tigers youngster Josh Manz before picking through the disappointing 45–21 defeat at The Stoop and sharing our picks from the first Revival Rum-sponsored Three-Word Reviews of the season.They also react to reports that Everards is being replaced by BrewDog at Welford Road and ask what the change could mean for supporters.Plus, the week’s other Tigers talking points and a look ahead to what comes next.

Millie and David discuss that new red kit, a new sponsor, this weekends’ forthcoming games and a Parmo!