AT THE42, OUR readers expect to find rugby coverage that’s comprehensive and intelligent… like analysis of Joe Schmidt’s offensive plans or deep-dive explanations of Ireland’s scrum.
We plan to now bring our coverage of the game to video.
Former Ireland, Leinster and Munster lock Trevor Hogan joined staff writer Murray Kinsella in our newsroom for the first in a weekly series of conversations about the Six Nations action.
Let us know what you think.
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I like and fully support this idea.
Good idea. It’s nice to see that level of analysis around set piece technique that isn’t easy to pick up on from the stands of on tv. Maybe get the lads some stools for the next installment.
Top notch as usual Murray. Keep it up.
Good start – keep it up
Hopefully this continues after the 6 Nations and becomes a regular thing into the end of the Pro12. Murray Kinsella to become the “Ariel Helwani” of Irish Rugby – would love to see him interview rugby players on YouTube videos..
Liam I couldn’t think of a worse comparison – Ariel Helwani is a fan boy and doesn’t have a rashers about what’s going on in the cage – he’s the Craig Doyle of MMA!
Haha when I posted it that crossed my mind – kind of sounded like an insult to Murray. But I meant more in the sense of long podcast style interviews rather than the short soundbite interviews we only hear with players..
It is really hard to take a man seriously as a pundit when he says things like this: “If you are a supporter, that is a line you do not cross – no matter what sport, not even the lowest of the low. The only thing that is lower is racism or sexual harassment. That is pathetic.” This was in relation to the jeering of Keatley. Pathetic indeed
Murrays view on that matter is completely understandable – given he is an ex-player himself, I wouldn’t expect him to take any other position. But I think you need to separate his views on spectators voicing their frustrations from pitch side, from actual punditry. Murray has an ability to convey to the non-playing masses as to what’s actually happening on the pitch from a technical perspective. Rugby journalism has been vastly lacking on this type of in-depth analysis, for years we’ve been peddled Thornley-esque pieces based on sentiment with no substance. More from Murray please, he can help close the gap in understanding of the game between the pros and the public
He’s talking about Trevor Hogan’s comment on Off The Ball, but either way, he’s been red thumbed to the appropriate level.
All the red thumbs are a devastating blow for sure. What was I thinking???
I approve of this development.
I think the format needs some work, or maybe just bedding in.
I like an earlier post about tools.
Also, some video playback on the talking points, but I assume rights are an issue?
Definitely approve.
The world could always use some more high quality rugby podcasts if you guys ever fancy going an extra step.
Great stuff, Murray. Upwards and onwards. Maybe next time we’ll get to see the little figures get moved around the model pitch!!!!
Best of luck fellas..
I approve. More please.
Excellent analysis and lovely relaxed interview style! Will be tuning into 42 for sure. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree!!