NEW YORK, NY – It’s hot on and off the pitch in Major League Rugby and the W.E.R. – and we love it! With that impetus, here’s what you’ll find in the latest episode of MLR Weekly:
00:56-03:09: Rugby’s Best Recap
03:10-07:45: Wendy Young (Your Scrumhalf Connection) adds insight into the growth of Women’s Elite Rugby (WER).and the upcoming Legacy Cup
08:48-18:12: Utah Warriors Head Coach Greg Cooper. The former All Black breaks down his vision for the team — focusing on speed, structure, and discipline.
18:16-18:47: The Rugby Network Play of the Week — was it in the mud?
19:38-20-22: Picks of the Week by The Rugby Odds
20:27-27:36: Bryan Ray (Americas Rugby News) joins Matt McCarthy break down the Major League Rugby playoffs with bold predictions, key matchups and exclusive highlights.
- ? Final thoughts: Can Utah ride the wave under Coach Cooper? Will the underdog and/or new WER stars shock the league?
? WATCH NOW:
PODCAST VERSION:
Brought to you by Rugby Wrap Up — your weekly dose of rugby entertainment, insight, highlights, and analysis.
And don’t miss another excellent installment of The Rugby Odds
NEW YORK, NY – Featuring an All-Star panel of #WWE Hall of Famer/Rugby-Advocate John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend George Hook, world class coach Mike Friday, King Gift Egbelu & host Matt “Money” McCarthy.
NEW YORK, NY – In this week’s action-packed The Rugby Odds the crew goes global — from India to Ireland with stops in Utah, Christchurch & Toulouse — with hot takes, big picks, bold takes and bellyaches (literally).
Mike Friday joins the show from the Rugby Premier League 7s in India — not just fighting fierce competition, but also a brutal case of Delhi Belly. Despite the gut check, Friday dishes out sharp insight and fearless forecasts.
King Gift Egbelu rides into the spotlight backing Jordie Barrett as the key to Leinster’s United Rugby Championship crown.
George Hook, the always-electric Irishman, drops truth bombs on Leinster’s “face-saving” triumph and weighs in on the British & Irish Lions.
Matt McCarthy once again orchestrates the chaos, setting the stage for
PODCAST VERSION:
What Else Is Inside?
-
MLR Semifinal Predictions
-
Super Rugby Final Analysis ?
-
Top14 Semifinal Breakdown
The trio (plus one) pulls no punches. Every major matchup is under the microscope as they argue who’s in, who’s out, and who’s got no shot.
Also Featured:
-
Grown A$$ Man of the Week — honoring toughness, flair, and grit
-
Player of the Week — you’ll agree or you’ll argue
Watch the full episode now:
Click here to watch on YouTube
Whether you’re chasing insight, laughs, or just trying to win your weekend picks, The Rugby Odds delivers every time — loud, smart, and never boring.
Find All Here:
–Web: Rugby Wrap Up
–X/Twitter: @RugbyWrapUp @TheRugbyOdds, @MLRWeekly @Matt_McCarthy00, @CollegeRWU, @JonnyLewisFilms
–Face Book: Rugby Wrap Up
–Instagram: RugbyWrapUp
–YouTube: Rugby Wrap Up
–Reddit: RugbyWrapUp
–TikTok: RugbyWrapUp
–Podcast Platforms: @RugbyWrapUp
Tags: #MLR #WorldRugby #MLR2025 #ChicagoHounds #RugbyNews #USASevens #RugbyHighlights #SportsRecap #MLRPlayoffs #AmericanRugby#USARugby #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyWrapUp #OldGlory #RugbyATL #MLR2020 #SixNations #WorldRugby #SuperRugby #Top14 #PremRugby #Pro14 #URC #UnitedRugbyChampionship #RugbyOdds #RugbyBetting #WomensRugby #Playoffs2025 #PeytonWall #ChicagoHounds #RugbyUSA #MLRWeekly #RugbyHighlights #SportsRecap #rugby womensrugby #UtahWarriors
