Gerry Thornley: Repeating top-eight URC feat would be an even bigger outcome for Irish game
Three of last season’s top eight will not reach the playoffs - all of which makes for a very fluid and competitive league
Winning farewell from Connacht stalwart Jack Carty marks URC victory over Munster
Connacht’s all-time leading scorer with 1,260 points has seen considerable change since his home debut against Leinster in January 2013
Connacht’s win over Munster brings province within single point of URC playoffs
After victory over Munster, a tricky fixture awaits next Friday away to Edinburgh
Bonus-point win over Munster keeps Connacht in top-eight hunt
Strong opening half for Connacht leaves Munster with too much to do after the break
Stakes are high as Connacht host Munster with Champions Cup spots in sight
Province have turned Dexcom Stadium into something of a fortress in recent weeks
‘We’re here to really compete at the top level’: Harry West living his dream with Connacht
Ballina man setting his sights on silverware as he lines out with his friends and heroes
Clayton McMillan staying on as Munster head coach is in the interest of both parties
At a time of instability, changing coaches is not ideal for Munster
Connacht head coach Stuart Lancaster pays tribute to departing players
Players will take part in a ceremony at the Dexcom Stadium following Munster game
James Lowe sits out URC clash against Lions, leaving his Champions Cup final hopes in doubt
Leo Cullen retains just three of the Leinster XV that beat Toulon for ‘proper bloody test’ against South African Shield winners
Connacht make nine changes for interpro showdown with Munster
James Ryan to lead a much-changed Leinster side for home game against the Lions
Gerry Thornley: Leinster and Ulster prepare for European finals from very different perspectives
History and expectation conspire to ensure provinces head to Bilbao in sharply contrasting fashion
Denis Buckley announces Connacht departure after 17 years
35-year-old loosehead prop is ‘still exploring potential opportunities’ for next season
Joe McCarthy says memories of past defeats help motivate Leinster in Champions Cup quest
Victory over Toulon underlined team’s capacity to dig deep
Irish rugby fans prepare to descend on Bilbao as Leinster and Ulster chase glory
Leinster will face Bordeaux-Bègles in Champions Cup final after Ulster duel with Montpellier for the Challenge Cup
Leo Cullen praises players and vents frustration at perceived anti-Leinster agenda
Head coach also credits Toulon for staying in the game to the finish at the Aviva Stadium