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Ireland to return to Chicago in November

Ireland to return to Chicago in November

Joe Schmidt’s side will face Italy at Soldier Field - the scene of their All Blacks victory

Tue May 15 2018 - 19:00
Russia replace Romania in Ireland’s Rugby World Cup pool

Russia replace Romania in Ireland’s Rugby World Cup pool

World Rugby sanction Romania, Spain and Belgium for using ineligible players

Tue May 15 2018 - 17:56
Gerry Thornley: Leinster well on their way to a European dynasty

Gerry Thornley: Leinster well on their way to a European dynasty

Thousands of people can feel proud of their contribution to Leinster’s triumph

Tue May 15 2018 - 07:00
Hungry Leinster to heed warnings from the past

Hungry Leinster to heed warnings from the past

Robbie Henshaw ruled out of Saturday’s game against Munster due to knee injury

Tue May 15 2018 - 06:00
Robbie Henshaw out of Leinster's Pro14 semi-final

Robbie Henshaw out of Leinster's Pro14 semi-final

Leinster player suffered a knee injury during Saturday’s Champions Cup final win in Bilbao

Mon May 14 2018 - 14:11
Leinster earn their place among Europe’s finest after outmuscling Racing

Leinster earn their place among Europe’s finest after outmuscling Racing

McGrath says being forced to grind out victory in Champions Cup made it extra special

Mon May 14 2018 - 06:40
Cian Healy the history maker wants Leinster to achieve more

Cian Healy the history maker wants Leinster to achieve more

Prop who is one of four Leinster players to win fourth Champions Cup eyes further glory

Mon May 14 2018 - 06:00
Evolution the key as fourth star shines brightest for Leinster

Evolution the key as fourth star shines brightest for Leinster

Leo Cullen praises his side after ‘ugly’ win over Racing 92 in Champions Cup decider

Mon May 14 2018 - 05:00
Leinster’s muscle memory sees them past Racing

Leinster’s muscle memory sees them past Racing

“We had to go through some pain watching it. It was tough, but credit for the players”

Sat May 12 2018 - 21:52
Leinster reign in Spain with fourth Champions Cup win

Leinster reign in Spain with fourth Champions Cup win

Isa Nacewa signs off in style in his final European appearance for the province

Sat May 12 2018 - 18:43
Leinster keep their cool as they seek glory in Basque country

Leinster keep their cool as they seek glory in Basque country

It will be a tight final against Racing, but province can prove they are Europe's best

Sat May 12 2018 - 06:00
History beckons for Leinster great Isa Nacewa

History beckons for Leinster great Isa Nacewa

Victory today would see back become one of most successful players in European rugby

Sat May 12 2018 - 06:00
The top 10: Leinster’s greatest foreign imports

The top 10: Leinster’s greatest foreign imports

As Isa Nacewa bids farewell, Gerry Thornley ranks the province’s best overseas players

Fri May 11 2018 - 18:42
Final against Racing biggest game of Furlong’s Leinster career

Final against Racing biggest game of Furlong’s Leinster career

Tight-head says representing Wexford on the Leinster team means a massive amount

Fri May 11 2018 - 06:00
Even without Machenaud, Racing will make formidable foes

Even without Machenaud, Racing will make formidable foes

Parisians are in good shape as they prepare to face Leinster in Sunday’s finals in Bilbao

Wed May 09 2018 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: No such thing as a quiet week in Irish rugby

Gerry Thornley: No such thing as a quiet week in Irish rugby

Dan McFarland looks a good fit for Ulster but the rebuilding job is a daunting proposition

Tue May 08 2018 - 07:00
Munster show their trademark resilience to get over the line

Munster show their trademark resilience to get over the line

European hangover still evident, but van Graan’s side do enough to pip Edinburgh

Mon May 07 2018 - 01:00
Semi-final date against Leinster certain to focus Munster minds

Semi-final date against Leinster certain to focus Munster minds

‘We are going to Dublin to play the best team in Europe’ says coach van Graan

Mon May 07 2018 - 01:00
‘The thing we will miss most is his smile and his attitude’

‘The thing we will miss most is his smile and his attitude’

Simon Zebo says farewell to Thomond Park with a trademark piece of individualistic skill

Sat May 05 2018 - 20:05
Munster huff and puff to set up a semi-final with Leinster

Munster huff and puff to set up a semi-final with Leinster

Home side were pushed all the way by a determined Edinburgh but got over the line

Sat May 05 2018 - 17:44
Opportunity knocks for Hanrahan – and Munster

Opportunity knocks for Hanrahan – and Munster

Hosts have physicality to meet Edinburgh head on plus greater variety in attack

Sat May 05 2018 - 06:00
When it's not Europe it’s just not the same for the Red Army

When it's not Europe it’s just not the same for the Red Army

Success in Pro14 would go some way to ease pain of Champions Cup semi-final loss

Sat May 05 2018 - 06:00
Cork Con's Shane Daly directing all his attention on final

Cork Con's Shane Daly directing all his attention on final

Centre is hoping they’ll retain their crown against Lansdowne at the Aviva on Sunday

Fri May 04 2018 - 06:00
Lansdowne boss Ruddock still wary of the threat Cork Con pose

Lansdowne boss Ruddock still wary of the threat Cork Con pose

Lansdowne aiming to complete an excellent season by claiming Ulster Bank League title

Thu May 03 2018 - 06:00
President Higgins welcomes Ireland’s Grand Slam heroes to Áras

President Higgins welcomes Ireland’s Grand Slam heroes to Áras

Irish squad’s ‘truly monumental achievement’ recognised at Phoenix Park reception

Wed May 02 2018 - 20:47
Sale say there’s ‘no substance’ in Jackson and Olding signing

Sale say there’s ‘no substance’ in Jackson and Olding signing

English club deny speculation that Ulster duo were about to sign deals

Wed May 02 2018 - 18:14
Connacht set to confirm Keane's departure in the next day or two

Connacht set to confirm Keane's departure in the next day or two

Negotiations between the two parties expected to be finalised soon as New Zealander departs

Wed May 02 2018 - 06:00
Paddy Jackson set to sign for Sale Sharks

Paddy Jackson set to sign for Sale Sharks

Reports suggest that Stuart Olding may also join the English club after Ulster release

Tue May 01 2018 - 23:41
Gerry Thornley: Kieran Keane didn’t get enough time with Connacht

Gerry Thornley: Kieran Keane didn’t get enough time with Connacht

Kiwi coach’s premature departure comes just as it seems his methods would bear fruit

Tue May 01 2018 - 06:35
Kieran Keane to leave Connacht with immediate effect

Kieran Keane to leave Connacht with immediate effect

New Zealander has been in charge at the Sportsground for just one season

Mon Apr 30 2018 - 20:11
Connacht mark a special day in style with win over Leinster

Connacht mark a special day in style with win over Leinster

John Muldoon gets a proper send-off as the province register historic victory over rivals

Mon Apr 30 2018 - 01:00
Maxime Machenaud to miss Champions Cup final

Maxime Machenaud to miss Champions Cup final

Placekicker ruptured knee ligaments on Saturday and will miss Bilbao showdown

Sun Apr 29 2018 - 22:31
John Muldoon’s Connacht farewell goes nicely off script

John Muldoon’s Connacht farewell goes nicely off script

Captain’s 327th and last game for province ends with stunning 47-10 win over Leinster

Sun Apr 29 2018 - 17:45
John Muldoon gets perfect send-off as Connacht demolish Leinster

John Muldoon gets perfect send-off as Connacht demolish Leinster

Skipper enjoys fond farewell from Sportsground crowd on memorable day

Sat Apr 28 2018 - 17:59
The end of an era: John Muldoon bids fond farewell to Connacht

The end of an era: John Muldoon bids fond farewell to Connacht

Veteran bows out after 17 stellar years and 327 competitive appearances for province

Sat Apr 28 2018 - 07:00
Muldoon to make grand last stand as he bows out of Connacht

Muldoon to make grand last stand as he bows out of Connacht

Pro14 preview: Captain’s final game for province will provide a poignant season finale

Sat Apr 28 2018 - 06:00
Pro14 playoff permutations

Pro14 playoff permutations

Leinster look to have already sealed a home semi-final but mathematically still need a point

Sat Apr 28 2018 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: Munster’s omission of proven Zebo difficult to fathom

Gerry Thornley: Munster’s omission of proven Zebo difficult to fathom

Semi-finals require experience in the back three – as Leinster learned last season

Tue Apr 24 2018 - 06:35
Ryan proving a vital cog in consistent Racing’s wheel

Ryan proving a vital cog in consistent Racing’s wheel

Assistant coach Masoe praises the important contribution of the former Munster stalwart

Tue Apr 24 2018 - 01:00
Johann Van Graan defiant as Munster come up short again

Johann Van Graan defiant as Munster come up short again

Coach says province ran out of time to undo the damage of Racing’s blistering first quarter

Mon Apr 23 2018 - 01:00
‘I’m getting tired of learning lessons. I’m tired of losing semi-finals’

‘I’m getting tired of learning lessons. I’m tired of losing semi-finals’

Munster captain Peter O’Mahony admits his side lost early momentum to Racing

Sun Apr 22 2018 - 20:53
Racing start leaves Munster cast adrift in Bordeaux

Racing start leaves Munster cast adrift in Bordeaux

Munster flourish comes too late as French side set up final date with Leinster

Sun Apr 22 2018 - 18:06
Munster feeling the heat in Bordeaux

Munster feeling the heat in Bordeaux

‘It’s really hot out there . . . that will definitely be a challenge’

Sat Apr 21 2018 - 18:07
Magnificent Murray at the height of his considerable powers

Magnificent Murray at the height of his considerable powers

World-class Ireland and Lions scrumhalf is simply pivotal to what Munster are about

Sat Apr 21 2018 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: Leinster have enough to take the final step

Gerry Thornley: Leinster have enough to take the final step

Ireland blueprint could suit Cullen’s men as they seek to overcome potent Scarlets

Sat Apr 21 2018 - 01:00
Munster’s Mr Dependable grasping every opportunity

Munster’s Mr Dependable grasping every opportunity

For so long in the shadows, Holland now a regular starter for Van Graan’s side

Fri Apr 20 2018 - 06:00
McGrath and Lowe set to miss out for Leinster against Scarlets

McGrath and Lowe set to miss out for Leinster against Scarlets

Keith Earls in line to make unexpected return for Munster’s clash with Racing

Thu Apr 19 2018 - 21:00
Conway wants famous Toulon try to be part of a bigger story

Conway wants famous Toulon try to be part of a bigger story

Munster eager to reward travelling fans by booking a place in Champions Cup final

Thu Apr 19 2018 - 06:00
Munster using South African tour as a boost ahead of Racing clash

Munster using South African tour as a boost ahead of Racing clash

Johann van Graan says that a lot of good came from the two weeks down south

Wed Apr 18 2018 - 05:30
Keith Earls back training ahead of Munster’s clash with Racing

Keith Earls back training ahead of Munster’s clash with Racing

Jack O’Donoghue and Dan Goggin being assessed for respective ankle and knee knocks

Tue Apr 17 2018 - 14:43
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