Leinster face a daunting test of Toulon powerHome side’s physical approach can be countered by going through the phasesSun Apr 06 2014 - 13:09
Toulouse and Guy Noves still in a league of their own after all these yearsSuccess built on famed academy and grassroot culture of the clubSat Apr 05 2014 - 01:01
Three wins can set up a famous final fourMunster tackle Toulouse first with Aviva Stadium semi-final places within graspSat Apr 05 2014 - 01:00
Leinster in rude health for trip to ToulonMatt O’Connor vows his side are ready for the battle against defending championsFri Apr 04 2014 - 01:00
Italians and us stay poor, English and French get rich. That’s how it goes. Everybody knowsAnd it’s only going to get harder for the rest to keep their top players as cash floods into Top 14Tue Apr 01 2014 - 10:35
In-form Toulon massive test for LeinsterFive wins in their last six leave them a point behind leaders Montpellier in the Top 14Tue Apr 01 2014 - 01:00
Peter O’Mahony emerges as big injury concern for MunsterLeinster optimistic Cian Healy and Dave Kearney will be able to face Toulon on SundayMon Mar 31 2014 - 07:50
Leinster edge Munster in fierce encounterO’Driscoll marks his potentially final derby affair with game’s decisive tryMon Mar 31 2014 - 01:00
Odds in Leinster’s favour – but that suits MunsterRob Penney’s men arrive at the Aviva for Rabo Pro12 showdown in much better form than last seasonSat Mar 29 2014 - 14:19
No more Mr Nice Guy as Tommy O’Donnell sets out to prove a pointAppetite whetted by his first Irish caps backrower is hungry for successSat Mar 29 2014 - 01:00
Matt O’Connor refuses to rise to Rob Penney’s baitLeinster coach knows they will have to be “really, really good” to beat Munster at the Aviva StadiumFri Mar 28 2014 - 01:00
Format proposal for new European Cup nears agreementRepresentatives of respective stakeholders met in Dublin on Monday nightThu Mar 27 2014 - 08:18
O’Mahony stresses need for collective performance to build victory platformMunster backrow believes renewing provincial rivalries with Ireland team-mates will pose no problemsThu Mar 27 2014 - 01:00
Rob Penney has concerns over Munster’s lead up to Aviva clashCoach does feel his side will be up for it despite playing Test-hardened ‘Six Nations champions’Wed Mar 26 2014 - 01:00
Aviva a fitting stage for Zebo to remind people of his talentsMunster winger fit again and looking forward to pressing Ireland claims in clash with LeinsterWed Mar 26 2014 - 01:00
Rob Penney has ‘utmost respect’ for LeinsterSecondrow Donnacha Ryan ruled out of Saturday’s derby game with a foot injuryTue Mar 25 2014 - 17:32
Hard to quibble with anything Joe Schmidt has done to date with IrelandPerhaps it is true that Leinster players are more familiar with Schmidt’s methods and better equipped to execute themTue Mar 25 2014 - 12:00
Competition keen for that green 13Will it be Payne? Henshaw? Fitzgerald? Cave? Earls? Who? It’ll be interestingSat Mar 22 2014 - 11:00
Despite earlier indications, Treviso will play in Pro 12 next seasonClub will receive €4m a year from Italian federation until 2018Wed Mar 19 2014 - 01:00
Seven Irish in our team of the Six NationsChoosing Brian O’Driscoll is a tad sentimental but you can’t ignore all his campaign highlightsTue Mar 18 2014 - 13:23
Paris a fitting climax to the tournament that still thrillsIt may be flawed but the Six Nations always puts a spring in our stepTue Mar 18 2014 - 12:00
Onset of a new European Cup moves significantly closer after Paris meetingIn this and much else, such as financial share-out and format, PRL and the LNR have pretty much obtained everything they have demandedTue Mar 18 2014 - 01:00
Ireland and O’Driscoll save the very best for lastJoe Schmidt cites work ethic and unity as champions’ decisive qualitiesMon Mar 17 2014 - 10:02
Four issues to ponder in wake of Six NationsQuestions raised by this remarkable championshipMon Mar 17 2014 - 09:57
O’Driscoll signs off to end era on winning noteIreland’s lucky number 13 ‘very grateful’ to be able to finish career on such a highMon Mar 17 2014 - 01:00
Determined Irish show grit to take titleMagnificent all-round team performance carries side over line in thrilling encounterMon Mar 17 2014 - 01:00
Ireland to stand and deliver in ParisIt won’t be easy but Joe Schmidt’s side have the ability to secure the title with a famous victory in parisSat Mar 15 2014 - 07:41
Worry now is major French backlash in ParisTrevor Brennan and Joe Schmidt agree angry French side in Paris a daunting prospectFri Mar 14 2014 - 01:00
Louis Picamoles and Dimitri Szarzewski back as France name strongest XVRemi Tálès at ten and Gaël Fickou makes first start in the centreFri Mar 14 2014 - 01:00
A French test that has proven difficult to passGrand Slam denying defeat in 1982 epitomises Ireland’s problems in ParisThu Mar 13 2014 - 01:00
Hoopla over as Ireland get ready for ParisLes Kiss says side's minds are on winning and not any farewellsWed Mar 12 2014 - 01:00
If Ireland win this title, they’ll have earned itIt’s always been a crying shame O’Driscoll et al had so many second-place finishesTue Mar 11 2014 - 12:00
Paris holds all the answers for Irish rugby teamTommy Bowe expected to train with Ireland squad tomorrowMon Mar 10 2014 - 01:00
O’Driscoll all set for Championship finaleTries fly in as flagging Italy collapse and crowd can fete man of the moment earlyMon Mar 10 2014 - 01:00
John Plumtree the rugby nomad moving Ireland along nicelyLife on the road is good but the Irish forwards’ coach misses his home comfortsSat Mar 08 2014 - 12:00
Ireland to do it for that bloke O’DriscollIconic centre will break George Gregan’s 139-cap Test record todaySat Mar 08 2014 - 11:52
Joe Schmidt says Ireland must be patient from the startIreland head coach makes it clear they will not be putting the cart before the horse as Iain Henderson replaces Peter O’MahonyFri Mar 07 2014 - 01:00
Saint-Andre wields the guillotine on Cardiff ‘cry babies’ for visit to MurrayfieldSeven changes include selection of giant lock Vahaamahina at flankerFri Mar 07 2014 - 01:00
Iain Henderson set to stand in for Peter O’MahonyIndications are the Irish management share Jonathan Sexton’s desire to playThu Mar 06 2014 - 11:31
Johnny Sexton looks like winning race to be fit for ItalyOuthalf trained yesterday with a light protective covering on his injured thumbWed Mar 05 2014 - 01:00
Ireland’s pursuit of elusive silverware a likely indicator of World Cup potentialThis squad, despite its Twickenham setback, remains capable of beating Italy and FranceTue Mar 04 2014 - 11:24
Brian O’Driscoll: Some journey, some manAs he prepares for his final home Test next weekend, Ireland’s greatest reflects on his career, family and what the future holdsSat Mar 01 2014 - 13:00
Iain Henderson knuckles down as he faces challenging times under Joe Schmidt“You’re only out on the pitch really for 45 minutes but you’ve got to make sure those 45 minutes are spot on”Fri Feb 28 2014 - 01:00
Sexton at the centre of a club versus country tug-of-warRacing Metro disputing the extent of the Irish outhalf’s thumb injury and say he could be ruled out for up to six weeksFri Feb 28 2014 - 01:00
Sexton’s punishing schedule a matter of concern to SchmidtSince May 21st last, he has played 38 games for Leinster, the Lions, Racing Metro and IrelandWed Feb 26 2014 - 09:29
Ireland show they can compete with the best but Schmidt feels there’s a lot to doHead coach warns against complacency as he prepares to face ItalyWed Feb 26 2014 - 01:00
Six Nations title is still within Ireland’s graspWinning the title and being crowned European champions would not be too shabbyTue Feb 25 2014 - 12:00
Championship carrot dangles after epic battleBookies make England favourites after victory over IrelandMon Feb 24 2014 - 01:02
