Do the Prem's blowouts challenge its franchise future?
4/20/20261 hr
It was a week of contrasts in both the Prem and Women's 6 Nations.
In the Gallagher Prem the league continues to attract new investment but Sale were humiliated at home on Sunday, whilst Gloucester, Newcastle and Harlequins also suffered heavy defeats. Was that down to a lack of jeopardy due to no relegation? Or other factors?
Scotland v England at Murrayfield set a new record attendance for a standalone women's sporting event north of the border. But, on the pitch are the sides further apart than ever after England's thumping win? When will the Red Roses next lose?
Plus, Joe Launchbury chats to Alfie & Will after he announced he would retire from rugby at the end of the season.
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[gentle music] Today's episode of The Ruck is brought to you by Allianz. They've been part of the rugby family for over 13 years now, backing the game at every level from the muddy grassroots pitches to the biggest stages in the sport. And their partnership with the home of England Rugby, Allianz Stadium, isn't just about putting a name on the building, it's about backing the future of the game and the generations still to come. We're proud to have them on board. Let's get into it. [upbeat music] Hello, this is The Ruck, the journalists' rugby podcast from The Times and The Sunday Times. It was a week of contrasting fortunes in both the Gallagher Prem and the Women's Six Nations. Welcome along. I'm Alfie Reynolds, and to help me dissect