Graham Simmons and our very own 2017 Lion James Haskell reunite to discuss the latest Lions lineup up against the mighty Invitational AUNZ in Adelaide.
The lads dive into Andy Farrell’s selections, shuffling of the pack and the Lions 24-36 victory over the Brumbies. What’s key to improving the Lions breakdown? Which centre combo will make the first Test? Do the Wallabies have an ambush planned for the Lions? With Fin Smith at 10 and Owen Farrell on the bench, don't miss this crucial breakdown as the 2025 Lions era heats up!
"Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, working on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs.
GBR's Lions Coverage is sponsored by Continental Tyres
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🛞 00:00 - Strap in with Continental Tyres
📏 02:51 - It’s Not About Size: A New Back Row
🪑 03:58 - Owen On The Bench
🎯 08:15 - Test Spots Wide Open?
🃏 06:56 - A Hand Full of 7s? Shuffling The Pack
🔁 11:04 - Lions V Brumbies: Are We Stuck On Repeat?
🤼 15:06 - Get A Grip: The Breakdown
📦 19:46 - The Total Package, Delivered By DHL
♟️ 24:50 - 3D Chess Masters
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Jon Fox Davies on 2013, O'Driscoll & All That...
We’re joined in studio by Jonathan "Fox" Davies, a Lions legend who knows what it takes to win a series. We dissect the "very Test match feel" of the line-up for the Brumbies game and what it tells us about Farrell’s mindset going into the opening test.
We delve into the crucial selection calls in the back row and centres, with Foxy offering fascinating insights from his own tours—including the infamous 2013 Brian O'Driscoll decision that placed him at the heart of one of the Lions' most controversial moments.
And with Test week fast approaching, we reveal the ultimate first test week prep – what the pros really do. Foxy pulls back the curtain on how elite players gear up for the biggest stage.
Plus, we recap England’s impressive win in Argentina—is the best English fly-half currently playing there?
Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres
00:00:00 🛞 Strap in with Continental Tyres!
00:04:10 🏴 England Shock Argentina
00:06:25 🧠 Is England’s Best Fly-Half Playing in ARGENTINA?!
00:12:59 🐉 "Foxy" Unleashes Truth on Wales
00:20:22 🦁 Is THIS the Lions Test Team We’ve Been Waiting For?
00:22:19 💥 The Back Row Debate
00:34:24 🎯 Simon Easterby’s Quiet Power
00:43:04 💪 The Ultimate First Test Week Prep – What the Pros REALLY Do
00:45:04 ⏰ What Top Players Do in the FINAL 24 Hours Before Kickoff
00:50:29 ❌ Brian O’Driscoll… DROPPED. Foxy’s side of the story.
00:56:18 🔵 Is Leinster Cohesion The Lions Winning Formula?
00:59:26 🏉 That Try Against the All Blacks
01:08:25 🇦🇺 Australia v Fiji re-cap
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Lions WIN SCRAPPY in Sydney
The British & Irish Lions survive Sydney with a slippery win against NSW Waratahs 10-21. Join Graham Simmons and former 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davies on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the rugby.
"Simmo" and "Foxy" reflect on a rough game, reacting to the Lions helter-skelter handling, striding set-piece, the Waratahs jackling prowess and what it’s like to be coached by Andy Farrell. Is this why Owen Farrell’s experience was called upon? Which combos will face the Brumbies next week? Don't miss this analysis of the tour's fourth match and what it means for the path to the Wallabies series.
"Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, and went on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs.
The Quick Tap is sponsored by Continental Tyres
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🛞 00:00 - Strap in with Continental Tyres
🤔 01:51 - Are The Lions Trying Too Hard?
💪 03:57 - Jackling GIANT Gamble
⚠️ 05:01 - Caution Wet Floor
🤯 07:50 - The Positives: Huw Jones is HUNGRY
📞 10:45 - Is This Why Owen Got The Call?
🛠️ 12:30 - How Foxy Would Fix It
🔥 17:30 - The Wallabies Want CHAOS
📦 22:00 - The Total Package, Delivered By DHL
🧩 23:10 - Combos To Battle The Brumbies
🏉 26:00 - Life Under Andy Farrell
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Owen Farrell IS BACK!
Graham Simmons and 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davies discuss Owen Farrell’s monumental return to the British and Irish Lions, making him the 5th player EVER to partake in 4 tours.
"Simmo" and "Foxy" sink their teeth into Andy Farrell's freshly picked Lions XV poised to face the NSW Waratahs, as well as the Lions crushing 12-52 victory over the Reds. Is Owen match ready? Is Andy Farrell playing games with Joe Schmidt with a 6-2 bench? Can we see a first Test team emerging? With Tadhg Beirne at the helm and Blair Kinghorn joining the fray, don't miss this crucial breakdown as the 2025 Lions era heats up!
"Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, working on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs.
GBR's Lions Coverage is sponsored by Continental Tyres
#Rugby #Podcast
🛞 00:00 - Strap in with Continental Tyres
🫡 01:06 - Commiserations Elliot Daly
🦁 02:23 - Owen Farrell Is A Lion For THE 4TH TIME
🗞️ 07:17 - Managing The Press
🌳 09:06 - Lions XV Team Squad V NSW Waratahs... AKA The Shrubs
🤔 12:03 - Who Will Start The First Test?
🔍 19:50 - Reviewing The Reds Game: Is Farrell Toying With Schmidt?
📦 22:03 - The Total Package, Delivered By DHL
💥 25:46 - Will The Bench Dictate All?
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Conor Murray: Calm Through the Storm
Settle in, Dream Team! This is one of GBR’s longest and most in-depth episodes, featuring Irish and Lions legend Conor Murray. Known for his humble demeanour and cool head amidst the storms of professional rugby, Murray, offers a truly insightful look back. He shares candid reflections on three British & Irish Lions tours and four Rugby World Cups. Discover the fascinating dynamic of playing alongside, the likes of Johnny Sexton & Owen Farrell. Plus, the team dives deep into the latest Lions tour action, injury updates, and genius of Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt.
Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres
00:00:00 🛞 Meet Conor Murray
00:04:14 🔁 R360 Update
00:27:21 🦁 2013: First Time Lion
00:30:17🏉 2017: Lions No.9
00:35:24🤝 Playing with Sexton & Farrell
00:42:00 🔴 Captaining the Lions
00:51:00👋 Leaving Munster
01:03:16🌱 Peter O'Mahony: Lawn Perfectionist
01:06:05🕊 Axel Foley Tribute
01:10:00☘️ Greatest Days in Green
01:15:00🏆 Winning Down Under
01:18:45💔 World Cup Hurt
01:23:34🦁 Lions Team v Reds
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🧡 GBR Tour https://myticket.co.uk/artists/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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