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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 10m

Glasgow prop Rory Sutherland: “We know the Dragons are a team that can cause problems and we’ll absolutely give them all the respect that they deserve. They’re going to be direct and try to get the ball wide to some rapid wingers so we need to be ready for that.”

#URC | #GLAvDRA

Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 3d

⚜️𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝟳𝟮⚜️ ‘It’s The Hope That Kills You.’

We look back on Dragons ending an 18-match losing streak in the URC…with a draw.

🟡 Turning down the drop goal(!)
🟡 Gwent rugby round-up
🟡 Glasgow selection dilemma

🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/6f2p...

It’s The Hope That Kills You.

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 5d

The injury gods hate us.

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 6d

Four changes from last week. Home debuts for Tongan duo Fetuli Paea and Fine Inisi. Good to see the likes of Oli Burrows, Harri Ackerman and ‘Super Chrissy Coleman’ involved.

Dare we dream of a win?!

#SUFTMOG | #URC

Dragons RFC @dragonsrfc.bsky.social · 6d

🐉 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 | Your Dragons RFC team for our first home game of URC season as we take on The Sharks under the lights at Rodney Parade.🌃🏉

🐉 Fetuli Paea to makes his debut
9️⃣ Nine internationals in starting XV
👊 Inisi makes first Dragons start

#WeAreGwentRugby

Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 8d

Can’t stop thinking about de Beer’s hit on Mike Lowry.

#SUFTMOG | #URCGO

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 9d

#SaffasAbroad 🇿🇦 🐉

📸 Rob Hunt’s IG.

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 10d

⚜️𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝟕𝟏⚜️Old Habits Die Hard.

We review a spirited but frustrating night in Belfast for the Men of Gwent.

🟡 Taking positives from defeat.
🟡 Gwent Rugby Round-Up.
🟡 Look ahead to a 𝗕𝗜𝗚 Friday night at Rodney Parade against Sharks.

🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/07m1...

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 11d

Ian Madigan said the scoreline ‘slightly flattered Ulster’ last night and I think he’s right. We deserved more from that game but familiar failings around discipline and defence let us down. Fix those issues and we’ll be more competitive this season and pick up some scalps.

#URC

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 15d

⚜️Episode 70 ⚜️ Robert Hunt. We chat to Dragons new recruit from South Africa Robert Hunt.

🟡 The young Dragons prop who has impressed Hunt.
🟡 Current mood in camp despite the uncertainty.
🟡 Why Dragons can cause some upsets this season.

🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/1gvA...

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 24d

⚜️Episode 69 ⚜️- Big Season Preview 2025/26.

We are joined by Ryan Price from the Dragons supporters club to preview the new season.

🟡 Positive pre-season campaign.
🟡 Deep dive on the squad depth.
🟡 Our hopes and predictions heading into the new season.

🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/7CU0...

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 26d

Oh, hello 😍

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1912 Exiles: Newport County podcast @1912exiles.com · 27d

We dropped a new episode today, looking at one of the biggest existential threats to Newport County: what would happen if the Dragons disappeared? Would it leave County homeless? And what would that mean for the city of #Newport?

Do give it a listen and a share.

#ncafc 🧡🖤

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 28d

⚜️ Episode 68⚜️ - The WRU’s Decision - A joint episode.

Jamie sat down with Ed from @1912exiles.com and Dan from the Riverside Sports Bar to discuss the WRU proposals and the potential ramifications of losing professional sport in Newport City Centre

🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/7C1U...

The WRU’s Decision

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1912 Exiles: Newport County podcast @1912exiles.com · 28d

@jbryantcymru.bsky.social @jessicamordenmp.bsky.social @ruthjoneslabour.bsky.social Dear all, given your strong defence of the need for pro rugby to remain in Newport, we'd really appreciate you sharing the podcast episode below where we explore the impacts if the Dragons disappeared.

1912 Exiles: Newport County podcast @1912exiles.com · 28d

🏉⚽️Ep241: The WRU's decision 🏟️🍻

What would the disappearance of the Dragons mean for Rodney Parade, Newport County and the city centre?

LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE
🟢 Spotify: tinyurl.com/1912exilessp...
🍎 Apple: tinyurl.com/1912exilesap...
💻 Online: shows.acast.com/1912exiles

#ncafc 🧡🖤

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Iestyn Rhys Thomas @iestyn21.bsky.social · 28d

There has been a big drive in recruitment from the Dragons ahead of the 2025/26 season, here's a piece on two of their new signings, Fine Inisi and Fetuli Paea.

Any likes or shares would be greatly appreciated!
opensideblog.wordpress.com/2025/09/11/w...

What do we know about the Tongan pair joining the Dragons?

30.06.25 – Dragons First Day Back – Fine Inisi & Fetuli Paea | Credit: Dragons RFC There have been plenty of incomings and outgoings from the Dragons ahead of the 2025/26 season.&nb…

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · 29d

The Welsh Rugby Players Association (WRPA) have told the WRU that they do not support the proposed two-club model👇

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · Sep 5

⚜️ Episode 67 ⚜️ - Dragons Statement Special.

We react to Dragons punchy statement regarding the controversial WRU proposals. Plus a round-up of other news from the club and our verdict on the new home kit

🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/0MBG...

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 31

Aneurin Owen, Ryan Woodman and Huw Anderson repping the new @dragonsrfc.bsky.social home kit

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 13

Sad news and a reminder that some things in life are more important than rugby. We wish Abi Tierney all the very best in her treatment and recovery.

www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/...

WRU CEO diagnosed with cancer as she steps away from role for treatment

The WRU have announced that their CEO will take some time away from her duties after being diagnosed with cancer

www.walesonline.co.uk

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Dragons RFC @dragonsrfc.bsky.social · Aug 6

🔏𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡 | Dragons are delighted to announce the signing of scrum-half Niall Armstrong who has joined ahead of the 🆕 season. 🏉

We are 'Over the Moon' that the Belfast-born half-back is a Dragon! 🐉

👉 tinyurl.com/j8kcwvvs

#WeAreGwentRugby

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 5

In-depth interview with defence coach Dale MacLeod. Well worth a butcher’s 🔽

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🐉 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗟𝗘 📺

YouTube video by Dragons RFC

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 21

🔈Episode 66 🔈- An uncertain future?

We’re back for a bumper news round-up pod.

🟡 The latest ins and outs.
🟡 Reaction to our European fixtures.
🟡 More uncertainty in Welsh Rugby.

🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/6lLD...

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 1

Challenge Cup Draw: Dragons will play four of the five teams, two at home and two away, with the top four progressing to the knockout stages. The side that they will NOT go up against and the venues are yet to be decided.

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · Jun 30

Our Harry leading by example.

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Dragons Lair Podcast @dragonslairpodcast.bsky.social · Jun 27

Wales international back row forward Mackenzie Martin will join the club on loan from Cardiff for the 2025/26 season.

Croeso Big Mac! 🍔

www.dragonsrfc.wales/news/2025/ju...

Dragon News : Martin to join Dragons on loan

www.dragonsrfc.wales

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