About this episode

The episode reviews Wales' performance in rugby, focusing on recent matches and upcoming events.

Gareth Rhys Owen and Lauren Salter are joined by former Wales internationals James Hook and Philippa Tuttiett to reflect on Wales' improved performance in defeat to England, the weekend's United Rugby Championship results including Cardiff's derby win over Ospreys and the team are joined by Dragons defence coach Dale McLeod to preview Sunday's European Challenge Cup Semi-Final in Montpellier

People in this episode

Hosts: Gareth Rhys Owen, Lauren Salter

Guests: James Hook, Philippa Tuttiett

Topics covered

• rugby
• Wales performance
• United Rugby Championship
• European Challenge Cup
• sports analysis

Keywords

• Wales
• rugby
• United Rugby Championship
• Challenge Cup
• James Hook
• Philippa Tuttiett
• Dale McLeod
• Cardiff
• Ospreys
• Montpellier

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cardiff, Ospreys, Dragons

Places: Wales, England, Montpellier

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