England's 'alarming' defeat to brilliant Ireland

An episode of the The Ruck podcast, hosted by The Times, titled "England's 'alarming' defeat to brilliant Ireland" was published on February 21, 2026 and runs 37 minutes.

February 21, 2026 ·37m · The Ruck

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England's hopes of a 6 Nations title went up in smoke as they lost to Ireland at Twickenham.Following a loss to Scotland a week ago, Steve Borthwick's side produced another lacklustre and dreadful performance. Alfie, Will and Charlie try to pick through the bones of a galling defeat which will ask major questions of this England team. Will it be a performance which ends England careers for some players? Is this 6 Nations campaign salvageable? And, why have the wheels come off so spectacularly?Plus, they chat about Ireland's excellent display! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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England's hopes of a 6 Nations title went up in smoke as they lost to Ireland at Twickenham.

Following a loss to Scotland a week ago, Steve Borthwick's side produced another lacklustre and dreadful performance.

Alfie, Will and Charlie try to pick through the bones of a galling defeat which will ask major questions of this England team. Will it be a performance which ends England careers for some players? Is this 6 Nations campaign salvageable? And, why have the wheels come off so spectacularly?

Plus, they chat about Ireland's excellent display!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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