The Rolling Maul
The Rolling Maul
Mike and Elliott
A Leicester Tigers fans’ podcast. Unofficial and probably ill-informed, Mike and Elliott bring you a weekly dose of match reviews, previews, general chat and wildly optimistic predictions. Follow on Twitter at: @rollingmaulpod or email us at [email protected]
The Last Dance - Season Review and the Rollies
Mike and Elliott hang up the microphones with their last pod, but the Rolling Maul will live on with new (and probably better) custodians! We have a great last dig at it, reviewing the season, reminiscing on favourite episodes, and - of course - announce the winners of the Rollies, our big-budget end of season awards. It's been an absolute pleasure connecting with all of you - Tigers forever! Mike and Elliott.
Jun 24
1 hr 27 min
Heartbreak - Saints Semi Final Review
Mike and Elliott look back with sadness but also pride as they dissect a tight loss to the Tigers' East Midlands rivals, Northampton, after an enthralling fixture at Franklins Gardens. Plus, we give kudos to the boys who have been selected by England and announce some big news for the pod.
Jun 16
45 min
Squeaky Bum Time - Bath (A) Review, Saints Semi Preview
Mike and Elliott get a little bit nervous ahead of the East Midlands Derby and look at where the game will be won and lost, the importance of physicality, and place a bet on who can be the first to nick Henry Pollock's gumshield out of his mouth and chuck it into the crowd.
Jun 12
56 min
Captain South Africa - Hanro Interview, Exeter (H) Review, Bath (A) Preview
Mike and Elliott are honoured to be joined by the chairman of the 8/10 minimum standard club, Hanro Liebenberg. He talks the draw of returning home to South Africa, his favourite Tigers memories and, of course, his favourite Leicester curry. Plus, we munch on about a disappointing and frustrating loss to Exeter and look ahead to an intriguing final fixture against Bath at the Rec.
Jun 3
1 hr 40 min
Vintage Shirt Mania! Exeter (H) Preview
A jet-lagged Mike returns to chat with Elliott about marketing, injuries, academy promotions and a juicy 3rd v 4th clash against the Chiefs on Sunday at Welford Road.
May 28
59 min
We never win at Sale!! - Sale (A) Review
With Mike's work commitments proving difficult, super-sub David Cowe comes off the bench to review a rare and much-needed away win in Manchester. We also panic over the latest Fly-Half injury, as well as celebrate England call ups and a century for Joe Heyes.
May 19
55 min
Full-On Feral! Saints (H) Review, Sale (A) Preview
Mike and Elliott celebrate one of the best wins in recent memory as the boys batter their East Midland rivals at a raucous Welford Road. We talk scrums, lineouts, total rugby, and an angry little blonde fellow. Plus, we look ahead to the next big match up against Sale oop north.
May 12
1 hr 34 min
Bring Yer Shouting Trousers - Saints (H) Preview, Sam Williams Interview
Mike and Elliott pay tribute to some big-name leavers and get stuck into what promises to be an absolute war as they preview the East Midlands derby at Welford Road this weekend. Plus, Elliott catches up with young Tigers openside Sam Williams about life in the Leicester seven shirt, and following a strong tradition of groundhogs.
May 8
1 hr 18 min
Butterfingers - Sarries (A) Review
Mike and Elliott host a punchy pod as there is no game next week, but find the time to welcome the announcement of new coaches to the Tigers roster and bemoan one of the Tigers' most frustrating games of the season, following a loss to Sarries.
Apr 28
48 min
5000 Not Out! Newcastle (H) Review, Sarries (A) Preview
Mike and Elliott enjoy reviewing the 5000th match at Welford Road in a thumping win over Newcastle, where Gabe Hamer-Webb scored about 5000 tries. We look ahead to a huge fixture in the playoff picture against Sarries and reflect on the sad news of the departure of coaches Peter Hewat and Brett Deacon.
Apr 21
1 hr 6 min
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