
Scrum V
The latest news, views and interviews from the world of Welsh rugby.
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Dec 5, 2024 • 53min
The Warm Up: The Miracle of Bilbao
With the return of European rugby this weekend, Lauren Jenkins is joined by former Cardiff trio Alex Cuthbert, Ellis Jenkins and Nick Williams to reminisce about their 2018 Challenge Cup final victory over Gloucester in Bilbao.

Dec 2, 2024 • 30min
Another Cardiff win over Dragons
Lauren Jenkins is joined by former Wales scrum-half Richie Rees to look back on Cardiff's derby win over Dragons, Scarlets narrow defeat in Glasgow and Ospreys disappointing loss in Zebre.

Nov 28, 2024 • 42min
The Warm Up: More cliffhangers than Eastenders
Lauren is joined by Jonathan Davies, Ellis Jenkins and former Scotland international Rory Lawson to dissect Wales’ Autumn campaign, discuss the future of Welsh rugby following Sunday’s AGM and preview the return of the URC.

Nov 25, 2024 • 1h
Scrum V Top 5: Gareth Edwards
It’s the biggest of days for comedian and rugby fan Mike Bubbins - his ultimate hero, Sir Gareth Edwards, is dropping by the bar. For many, Gareth is the greatest rugby player the game has seen, but which players from other countries would he have loved to play with?

Nov 23, 2024 • 35min
Wales slump to record 12th loss in a row
Gwyn Jones, a former Wales captain, James Hook, a former international, and Ken Owens, also a former captain, dive deep into Wales' struggles after a record 12th consecutive loss. They discuss the disappointing defeat to South Africa and the need for stronger leadership to rejuvenate Welsh rugby. The conversation reflects on the lessons for younger players and the challenges coaches face amid mounting pressure. With the Six Nations approaching, they highlight the urgency for strategic changes and rebuilding team confidence.

Nov 21, 2024 • 44min
The Warm Up: Wallabies fall out and Warren's future
Lauren Jenkins is joined by World Cup winner Francois Louw as well as two former Wales captains Ellis Jenkins and Ken Owens to discuss another busy week in Welsh rugby and preview the final game of the autumn campaign against the Springboks.

Nov 18, 2024 • 44min
Scrum V Top 5: Tanni Grey-Thompson
Comedian and rugby fanatic Mike Bubbins welcomes a legend of Welsh sport, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, to his bar to discuss her top five rugby memories. From a heartbreaking moment at the end of the seventies, to the day she borrowed a shirt from a spiky-haired super-star, Tanni’s selection is both fascinating and poignant.

Nov 17, 2024 • 25min
Wales thumped by Australia for 11th straight loss
Gareth Rhys Owen and Lauren Jenkins are joined by former Wales fly-halves James Hook and Elinor Snowsill to react to Wales' 52-20 loss to Australia and discuss Warren Gatland's future after an 11th straight defeat.

Nov 14, 2024 • 40min
The Warm Up: Who was the lightweight that got caught at 2am
Lauren is joined by Alun Wyn Jones, Jamie Roberts and Tom Shanklin, who have almost 350 test caps between them to discuss the fallout following Wales’ defeat to Fiji and preview Sunday’s game against Australia, as Wales look to avoid setting the unenviable record of 11 consecutive defeats.

Nov 11, 2024 • 49min
Scrum V Top 5: Dan Biggar
Comedian and rugby fanatic Mike Bubbins welcomes Wales legend Dan Biggar to his bar to pick his top five opponents.
As a player Dan Biggar built a reputation as one of the fiercest competitors on the field, but who will he pick as his toughest rivals?