# Zac and Bryn Ward: Chasing the Ireland Dream Together

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Podcast: [The Ireland Rugby Social Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ireland-rugby-social-podcast-7549120)
Published: 2026-02-25T13:25:00+00:00
Episode link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0n34vh6
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Duration seconds: 3440

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Ulster duo Zac and Bryn Ward join this week’s episode to reflect on their very different paths into professional rugby. Former 7s star Zac shares lessons from the Olympics, handling pressure, expectation, and social media criticism. Bryn opens up on his rapid rise this season and what it’s like being part of an Ireland camp. The brothers discuss Ulster’s ambitions, competition for places, and the dream of chasing Ireland caps together.

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