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Specialist believes Johnny Sexton has had 30 concussions

Specialist believes Johnny Sexton has had 30 concussions

Sexton following return to play protocols after head injury against Wales

Tue Feb 09 2021 - 18:01
‘We’ve got to start playing like the team we can become’

‘We’ve got to start playing like the team we can become’

Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones and head coach Wayne Pivac happy to win ugly

Mon Feb 08 2021 - 01:00
Billy Burns couldn’t perform his basics under mind numbing pressure

Billy Burns couldn’t perform his basics under mind numbing pressure

‘He is trying to get every single last inch out of that ball. He slightly overcooked it’

Mon Feb 08 2021 - 01:00
The Offload: No credit from Pat Kenny on Newstalk Six Nations segment

The Offload: No credit from Pat Kenny on Newstalk Six Nations segment

Ex-England captain John Pullin will be remembered for bravery during the Troubles

Mon Feb 08 2021 - 01:00
Wales 21 Ireland 16: 10 minutes that changed the game

Wales 21 Ireland 16: 10 minutes that changed the game

Ten first half minutes which proved crucial for both Wales and Ireland in Cardiff

Sun Feb 07 2021 - 17:57
Ruddock family ties keep Ireland and Wales connected

Ruddock family ties keep Ireland and Wales connected

Mike Ruddock, father of Rhys and Ciarán, is waiting for the day when families can reunite

Sat Feb 06 2021 - 10:30
Chasing Itoje: James Ryan runs the risk of being broken before his prime

Chasing Itoje: James Ryan runs the risk of being broken before his prime

Secondrow’s lineout calling needs to improve. That’s where Paul O’Connell can help

Sat Feb 06 2021 - 06:00
Wales v Ireland: Andy Farrell opts for James Lowe after ‘seamless return’

Wales v Ireland: Andy Farrell opts for James Lowe after ‘seamless return’

Garry Ringrose also returns to the fold with Hugo Keenan at fullback in strong lineup

Fri Feb 05 2021 - 11:10
Six Nations: Joe Schmidt is back, coaches and captains beware

Six Nations: Joe Schmidt is back, coaches and captains beware

Josh Adams suspension sends a warning jolt through every Six Nations camp

Fri Feb 05 2021 - 10:00
Super Maro set to be England’s shining light – and rugby’s blazing superstar

Super Maro set to be England’s shining light – and rugby’s blazing superstar

With players out due to injury or Covid, Eddie Jones will need the best lock on the planet

Fri Feb 05 2021 - 06:00
Six Nations: Italy need Paolo Garbisi to be Dominguez and Baggio rolled into one

Six Nations: Italy need Paolo Garbisi to be Dominguez and Baggio rolled into one

20-year-old represents Azzurri’s best chance of ending their Championship drought

Tue Feb 02 2021 - 06:00
Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell has aura, work ethic and humility few can match

Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell has aura, work ethic and humility few can match

Former Lions captain is tailor-made for Irish forwards coaching role

Tue Feb 02 2021 - 06:00
The Offload: Australia is here to help the Lions tour and more

The Offload: Australia is here to help the Lions tour and more

Bernard Jackman’s criticism of Pro14 referees was not rant, he provided the examples

Mon Feb 01 2021 - 07:00
Six Nations: French government give green light for teams to travel to France

Six Nations: French government give green light for teams to travel to France

Scotland and Wales are due to travel to Paris with seven-day isolation rule to be waived

Thu Jan 28 2021 - 21:03
IRFU cancel men’s and women’s All-Ireland Leagues

IRFU cancel men’s and women’s All-Ireland Leagues

Decision a big blow for amateur game; touch rugby could be offered as an alternative

Thu Jan 28 2021 - 18:11
Tadhg Furlong set to return for Leinster against Scarlets

Tadhg Furlong set to return for Leinster against Scarlets

Tighthead prop expected to join up with national squad if he comes through game unscathed

Tue Jan 26 2021 - 01:00
Stuart Lancaster expects playoffs if Rainbow Cup is cancelled

Stuart Lancaster expects playoffs if Rainbow Cup is cancelled

Rainbow Cup was set to see South African sides face Pro14 teams in new competition

Tue Jan 26 2021 - 01:00
The Offload: Ireland’s succession issue at 10 on show once more

The Offload: Ireland’s succession issue at 10 on show once more

Six Nations could be a Covid timebomb; The Offload’s Ireland XV to take on Wales

Mon Jan 25 2021 - 10:46
The Offload: Ronan O’Gara more than willing to take a punt on Jack Crowley

The Offload: Ronan O’Gara more than willing to take a punt on Jack Crowley

Tackling concussion . . . Zebo clear on Folau’s possible return to union . . . Word of mouth

Mon Jan 18 2021 - 10:00
‘I realised the book had helped people and that has been part of the healing’

‘I realised the book had helped people and that has been part of the healing’

Iconic sports books revisited: John Leonard on his story Dub Sub Confidential

Mon Jan 18 2021 - 06:15
O’Callaghan says secret of seamless tradition down to Farrell’s respect for players

O’Callaghan says secret of seamless tradition down to Farrell’s respect for players

‘He fostered a relationship with a lot of lads where there was compassion and care’

Thu Jan 14 2021 - 06:00
Gearóid Hegarty’s All-Ireland hurling final: ‘It was like an out-of-body experience’

Gearóid Hegarty’s All-Ireland hurling final: ‘It was like an out-of-body experience’

The PwC Player of the Month on tweeting and his man-of-the-match turn for Limerick

Thu Jan 14 2021 - 06:00
The Offload: Let five-team tournament fill the void if shutdown occurs

The Offload: Let five-team tournament fill the void if shutdown occurs

Ireland and the four provinces could take advantage of a unique opportunity

Mon Jan 11 2021 - 10:01
Six Nations postponement now a real possibility

Six Nations postponement now a real possibility

French government sceptical that new protocols cans stop spread of Covid-19

Mon Jan 11 2021 - 01:00
Almost all of Munster’s internationals back for clash with Connacht

Almost all of Munster’s internationals back for clash with Connacht

Game may come down to which of Hanrahan or Carty is the most composed place kicker

Sat Jan 09 2021 - 06:00
European rugby facing shutdown over French fears on new strain of Covid-19

European rugby facing shutdown over French fears on new strain of Covid-19

Decision to be announced on Saturday could have repercussions for Six Nations

Fri Jan 08 2021 - 15:36
Motivated Leinster ready to put the record straight

Motivated Leinster ready to put the record straight

Champions back to full strength for important Ulster clash

Fri Jan 08 2021 - 10:00
Prendergast plotting to foil old pal O’Gara’s high-fliers

Prendergast plotting to foil old pal O’Gara’s high-fliers

Racing 92’s attack coach looking forward to clash with Top 14 leaders La Rochelle

Fri Jan 08 2021 - 06:46
Leinster’s clash with Northampton under threat due to Covid outbreak

Leinster’s clash with Northampton under threat due to Covid outbreak

Saints have seen their Premiership match against Leicester Tigers postponed

Wed Jan 06 2021 - 13:45
Ulster coach Dan McFarland rejects suggestion that Leinster are vulnerable

Ulster coach Dan McFarland rejects suggestion that Leinster are vulnerable

‘Winning away in Dublin, in and of itself, is something that you would aspire to’

Wed Jan 06 2021 - 06:00
Earlier testing will prevent French sides from boycotting Champions Cup

Earlier testing will prevent French sides from boycotting Champions Cup

New protocols will see sides visiting France tested within 72-hour window

Tue Jan 05 2021 - 19:53
Stuart Lancaster impressed with Munster’s trajectory

Stuart Lancaster impressed with Munster’s trajectory

Postponement means sides will now have to wait to match up against each other

Sat Dec 26 2020 - 06:00
Scannell and Tracy both looking to push on with international ambitions

Scannell and Tracy both looking to push on with international ambitions

Munster and Leinster hookers in line for St Stephen’s Day meeting at Thomond Park

Thu Dec 24 2020 - 06:00
Andy Friend backs Connacht skipper Paul Boyle after scrum call

Andy Friend backs Connacht skipper Paul Boyle after scrum call

Coach also offers a little social media advice to his players

Wed Dec 23 2020 - 06:00
Van Graan praises De Allende for belief and calmness he brings to Munster

Van Graan praises De Allende for belief and calmness he brings to Munster

World Cup winner played key role in turning things around against Clermont

Wed Dec 23 2020 - 06:00
Stuart Lancaster sees positives as senior internationals line up Christmas break

Stuart Lancaster sees positives as senior internationals line up Christmas break

Academy players are getting opportunities that they wouldn’t have in past seasons

Tue Dec 22 2020 - 06:00
Ulster expect to play on without crowds in Belfast

Ulster expect to play on without crowds in Belfast

Training for elite sports can continue under new Northern Ireland restrictions

Mon Dec 21 2020 - 18:49
Garry Ringrose to miss Munster game after suffering jaw knock in Northampton win

Garry Ringrose to miss Munster game after suffering jaw knock in Northampton win

Centre who suffered a broken jaw in October clashed heads with Jimmy O’Brien

Mon Dec 21 2020 - 15:25
The Offload: Rejoice in the leadership of David Nucifora

The Offload: Rejoice in the leadership of David Nucifora

All Irish rugby needs next year is a messianic figure to lead them to unknown places

Mon Dec 21 2020 - 09:00
Relentless Munster provide unforgettable night in France

Relentless Munster provide unforgettable night in France

Visiting side’s young and old refused to fade when faced with Clermont in full flow

Mon Dec 21 2020 - 06:00
JJ Hanrahan still leading the way for Munster outhalves

JJ Hanrahan still leading the way for Munster outhalves

Stephen Larkham hails number 10’s ability to handle pressure after win in France

Mon Dec 21 2020 - 01:00
John Muldoon’s return to the West reawakens tribal memories

John Muldoon’s return to the West reawakens tribal memories

As the Pat Lam circus rolls into the Sportsground, Muldoon is savouring coming home

Sun Dec 20 2020 - 08:00
Munster stage remarkable comeback win to raid Clermont fortress

Munster stage remarkable comeback win to raid Clermont fortress

Johann van Graan’s side overturn 19-point deficit to keep up unbeaten start to the season

Sat Dec 19 2020 - 20:24
The Offload: No Eddie, rugby is not a safer sport

The Offload: No Eddie, rugby is not a safer sport

World Cup schedule shouldn't be about strongest handicapping the weakest

Mon Dec 14 2020 - 10:00
Rhys Ruddock the dominant force in Leinster’s bonus-point victory

Rhys Ruddock the dominant force in Leinster’s bonus-point victory

The brightest note of all was Dan Leavy’s return to the Champions Cup

Mon Dec 14 2020 - 06:00
Leinster impress in European opener as pack set the tone early in Montpellier

Leinster impress in European opener as pack set the tone early in Montpellier

Five-try victory for Irish province sees Dan Leavy secure the bonus point in France

Sat Dec 12 2020 - 19:43
The Offload: Is David Nucifora’s long-term plan at sixes and Sevens?

The Offload: Is David Nucifora’s long-term plan at sixes and Sevens?

Gavin Cummiskey’s weekly look at the world of rugby at home and abroad

Mon Dec 07 2020 - 11:00
Johnny Sexton’s drive to take Ireland back to the top won’t diminish

Johnny Sexton’s drive to take Ireland back to the top won’t diminish

Ireland captain uses media chiding as motivation and that can be increasingly seen

Mon Dec 07 2020 - 05:30
Johnny Sexton points to the positives but admits top tier still a way off

Johnny Sexton points to the positives but admits top tier still a way off

Ireland captain praises ‘incredible’ Caelan Doris after number eight’s show against Scotland

Sat Dec 05 2020 - 18:23
Ireland 31 Scotland 16: How the Irish players rated

Ireland 31 Scotland 16: How the Irish players rated

Gavin Cummiskey hands out the marks after Andy Farrell’s side end the year with a win

Sat Dec 05 2020 - 17:04
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