Peter O’Mahony, Cian Healy and Conor Murray to retire from Ireland duty after Six NationsO’Mahony and Healy will retire from the game entirely at the end of the season with Murray set to continue his career abroadThu Feb 27 2025 - 11:21
Terenure and Clontarf meet again in rivalry that is becoming classicSaturday’s match at Lakelands Park will also serve as a fundraiser for Childline by ISPCC and the Children’s Health FoundationThu Feb 27 2025 - 06:00
Clayton McMillan appointed new head coach of Munster on three-year contractNew Zealander signs three-year contract and will take up role in July on completion of 2025 Super Rugby seasonWed Feb 26 2025 - 21:10
Ireland have switched focus to the art of kicking and it’s paying dividendsKicking prowess of Sam Prendergast, Jamison Gibson-Park and James Lowe adds another string to Ireland’s bowTue Feb 25 2025 - 06:00
Jack Boyle ‘hungry for more’ after impressive debut in Ireland’s win over WalesYoungster replaced his idol Cian Healy in matchday squad and made big impact when he came off bench at Principality StadiumTue Feb 25 2025 - 06:00
Ireland keep cool in Wales to stay on course for shot at historic Grand SlamPoints difference means that to win the Six Nations, Ireland will probably need to beat France and ItalyMon Feb 24 2025 - 06:00
Simon Easterby hails Ireland’s composure and patience in fightback win over Wales‘I was pleased that we responded to being in a bit of a hole and we dug ourselves out’Sat Feb 22 2025 - 18:42
Ireland weather fierce Welsh storm as calm approach reaps rewardIreland secure a 14th Triple Crown but not before a big scare against Wales in CardiffSat Feb 22 2025 - 17:01
Wales v Ireland preview: Don’t be fooled, this Six Nations clash is a lot more interesting than it previously lookedLess than impressive Six Nations record in Cardiff over last decade should remove any hint of complacency in Simon Easterby’s squadFri Feb 21 2025 - 20:08
Gerry Thornley: Wales match to be a special day for the Prendergast familyAs Sam makes great start to the Six Nations, Cian has been included in Ireland’s matchday squadFri Feb 21 2025 - 14:50
Six Nations: Ireland’s foreign legion brings precious X-factor As well as importing talent, Irish rugby has added value to players such as James Lowe, Bundee Aki, Jamison Gibson-Park and Mack HansenFri Feb 21 2025 - 13:00
Ireland boss Simon Easterby makes some bold and exciting selections for Wales clashSix Nations: Interim head coach says giving experience to younger players in big matches is key to developmentThu Feb 20 2025 - 14:33
Simon Easterby focused on present but does not rule himself out of Wales jobWRU appointed Cardiff’s Matt Sherratt as interim head coach after Warren Gatland stepped downThu Feb 20 2025 - 11:40
Dan Sheehan set to captain Ireland for Six Nations clash against WalesHooker will lead a side that could have half a dozen changes from the one that beat ScotlandWed Feb 19 2025 - 17:47
Ross Byrne will leave Leinster after agreeing three-year Gloucester deal 29-year-old will bring an end to a 10-year career at Leinster as he looks for more playing opportunitiesWed Feb 19 2025 - 15:27
Gerry Thornley: In case Wales needed more anger towards Ireland, an Off The Ball radio exchange provided itA ‘bounce’ is a real thing, and Wales' interim manager can remove much of the negativity that can hang over a losing sideTue Feb 18 2025 - 06:00
AIL round-up: Clontarf beat Cork Con to make it tight at the top Old Belvedere and Instonians took big strides toward the 1B and 2A titles respectively with home wins over Old Wesley and CorinthiansSun Feb 16 2025 - 15:03
Six Nations half-term report: Ireland can improve but may still regret late lapses against England A lack of humility cost France in Twickenham but they won’t be complacent when they visit Dublin Sat Feb 15 2025 - 06:00
AIL previews: Clontarf and Cork Con clash could affect course of seasonOld Belvedere will take a giant stride towards the 1B title and automatic promotion if they beat Old WesleyFri Feb 14 2025 - 19:13
Calvin Nash steps in and puts his best foot forwardMunster winger says competition for places helps drive Ireland onThu Feb 13 2025 - 06:00
Finlay Bealham takes chance to banish doubts while Tadhg Furlong’s out Ireland prop warns against underestimating challenge pose by Wales Wed Feb 12 2025 - 06:00
Ireland ‘optimistic’ over availability of Hansen, McCarthy and Furlong for Wales clashIreland travel to Cardiff to face Wales in round three of the Six Nations on February 22ndTue Feb 11 2025 - 16:14
Whisper it quietly, but Simon Easterby is the perfect fit for Welsh rugbyIreland interim head coach the ideal replacement for Warren GatlandTue Feb 11 2025 - 15:42
Gerry Thornley: There is a theory France losing to England is good for Ireland, but is it?England’s bonus point win makes them real contenders again while Ireland will host a hugely motivated France in round four Tue Feb 11 2025 - 06:00
Ireland spoilt for choice but major shake-up unlikely for trip to WalesSimon Easterby says Ireland ‘very fortunate’ to have players fit and eager to performTue Feb 11 2025 - 06:00
Sam Prendergast passes big test with flying coloursYoung outhalf was a model of composure in the Murrayfield maelstrom and a deserved Man of the MatcSun Feb 09 2025 - 20:31
Six Nations: Simon Easterby keeping the lid on the pot as Ireland clinically defuse Scottish threatCaptain Caelan Doris points to calm heads and quick return to game plan as key to Murrayfield win Sun Feb 09 2025 - 19:55
Ireland take big step to third successive title with bonus-point victory over ScotlandFinal margin ought to have been bigger as Ireland secured their 11th win in a row against the ScotsSun Feb 09 2025 - 18:18
AIL round-up: Terenure take down neighbours St Mary’s to go second Cork Con go top of Division 1A after bonus-point win over City of Armagh Sun Feb 09 2025 - 14:45
Gerry Thornley: Scotland’s desperation to end losing run will put Ireland to the testGreen machine will need to concentrate and take chances against dangerous Scottish outfitSat Feb 08 2025 - 06:00
Two twos equal formidable as Sheehan and Kelleher put Ireland in strong position ‘The two of them do the basics very, very well ... we’re in rude health when it comes to the hooking position’Sat Feb 08 2025 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: Italy v Wales may be more important than Warren Gatland wishes to admitA loss in Rome would drop Wales to 12th in the World Rugby rankingsFri Feb 07 2025 - 15:18
Simon Easterby goes for the old dog for the hard road with Peter O’Mahony selectionIreland backrower has faced Scotland 13 times and won 12 of themFri Feb 07 2025 - 12:57
Scotland v Ireland: Sam Prendergast set to retain place at outhalf with changes to be kept to a minimumFinlay Bealham and Mack Hansen could start after injury concerns from England gameThu Feb 06 2025 - 21:56
Scotland vs Ireland: The last 10 meetings at MurrayfieldScots keen to end a losing home sequence in the fixture since 2017Wed Feb 05 2025 - 06:00
Gregor Townsend puts his mind to breaking Scotland’s sorry cycle against Ireland Ireland travel to Murrayfield in the Six Nations in search of a record 11th successive win over Scotland Tue Feb 04 2025 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: How about an alternative look at Ireland’s Six Nations win over England?The failure to show France’s Romain Ntamack a straight red card against Wales was appalling for the sportTue Feb 04 2025 - 06:00
Ireland hopeful Finlay Bealham and Mack Hansen will recover from injuriesTadhg Furlong and Joe McCarthy step up rehabilitation programmes ahead of Scotland clashMon Feb 03 2025 - 14:41
Determined Ireland begin title defence with statement win over England Side’s attack finds groove of Autumn Series, showcasing high-tempo, ball-in-hand gameMon Feb 03 2025 - 06:00
Relief for Easterby as tricky first hurdle cleared in satisfactory style Interim coach identifies plenty to focus on this week in advance of Scotland test Mon Feb 03 2025 - 06:00
Simon Easterby takes positives but mindful of lapses on first day as Ireland interim bossInterim head coach confirms prop Finlay Bealham ‘moving around okay in the changing room’ Sat Feb 01 2025 - 21:05
Ireland survive early sting and fire back with venom to take down England Simon Easterby’s side put in arguably their best performance since the World Cup in Six Nations opener Sat Feb 01 2025 - 19:24
Ireland thankful to be able to call on three centres of excellenceFor Saturday’s Six Nations match against England, Simon Easterby has had the luxury of choosing two starters from Bundee Aki, Robbie Henshaw and Garry RingroseSat Feb 01 2025 - 06:00
Ireland v England preview: First game will be crucial in turbo-charged race for Grand Slam Ireland victory would be ideal springboard for interim coach Simon EasterbySat Feb 01 2025 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: Six Nations presents a chance for Maro Itoje to vie for Lions captaincyIn the absence of a clear pick for this summer’s Lions tour, Maro Itoje might put it up to Caelan DorisFri Jan 31 2025 - 20:18
Ireland v England: Simon Easterby puts his stamp on side with Ryan Baird selectionThe former Ireland number six knows the threat Ireland face at the lineout from EnglandThu Jan 30 2025 - 16:07
Ireland v England: Sam Prendergast set to get the nod against EnglandRyan Baird could come into the backrow to bolster defensive lineout with Joe McCarthy missing out Wed Jan 29 2025 - 19:00
Six Nations guide to Italy: Fixtures, prospects and who to watchAzzurri hoping to build on a promising 2024 campaign Wed Jan 29 2025 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: Odds are against Ireland completing Six Nations three-peat, this is my forecastThis team can cement its claims to being Ireland’s greatest team of all time with a championship winTue Jan 28 2025 - 06:00
Six Nations guide to Wales: Fixtures, prospects and who to watchThe consequences of poor decisions by the Welsh Rugby Union are becoming apparentTue Jan 28 2025 - 06:00
