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The 42 Rugby Weekly
The Explainer
21 Oct 2021
If Tadhg Beirne wasn't offside, the game's gone
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Murray Kinsella and Bernard Jackman join Gavan Casey to tackle the mysterious case of Chris Cloete's try against Connacht, and the potential ramifications if Tadhg Beirne is adjudged by World Rugby to have been actually onside in the lead-up.The lads discuss the findings from the IRFU's investigation into the Donnybrook changing-room debacle and ask how it took longer than 24 hours; Zebo's international return, two potential debutants and a fresh-looking Ireland for November; Eddie Jones' big calls for England's autumn; and a provincial URC review/preview.Looking for more rugby insight, analysis and debate? Join The42 Members and get access to our exclusive podcast, Rugby Weekly Extra and much more. Sign-up at members.the42.ie
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