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"The Knock On - Season 5 - Episode 3" is an episode of The Knock On Rugby Podcast. Runtime 46 min. Published February 7, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
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This week on The Knock On, KCLR Sport’s weekly rugby podcast, Stephen Byrne is joined by Tom Crotty of Carlow Rugby Club, James Blanchfield from Kilkenny RFC, and Paddy Browne of Tullow RFC to break down all the latest action from across the local rugby scene.
Kilkenny RFC picked up a strong home win over Mullingar, running out 28–17 victors in Leinster League Division 1B after scoring four tries to two. They’re back at home this weekend as Clondalkin come to town, while the Kilkenny women travel to face South East Lions on Sunday.
Carlow RFC enjoyed a dominant away win against Clondalkin, winning 40–17, and now turn their attention to an away trip to Gorey this weekend. It was a tougher outing for the Carlow women, who were beaten by Birr in Division 4.
Tullow RFC were edged out at home by Tullamore in a high-scoring Division 1A encounter, losing 35–28. They face a tough test away to Seapoint this weekend. Tullow women were beaten 38–10 by Wicklow in the AIL and will look to bounce back at home against UL Bohemians.
We also bring you all the latest youth rugby news and updates from around the region.
All that and more on The Knock On.
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