Leinster try againLeinster have submitted a second appeal to European Rugby Cup Ltd over the game in which Stade Francais fielded an illegal player…Thu Feb 10 2000 - 00:00
Lansdowne take spoils as referee Lewis calls the tuneThe shrill whistle of referee Alan Lewis provided the abiding memory of last night's AIB League Division One clash at Lansdowne…Thu Feb 10 2000 - 00:00
IRFU to investigate alleged head-buttThe IRFU said last night they were going to investigate an alleged head-butt on an Irish supporter by an Irish international …Thu Feb 10 2000 - 00:00
Blackrock take control through CarrollKing's Hospital lived out a dream for 35 minutes of yesterday's match at Donnybrook, a period in which the overwhelming underdogs…Wed Feb 09 2000 - 00:00
St Mary's should have the edgeIt will be interesting to note the Twickenham legacyWed Feb 09 2000 - 00:00
O'Gara set to returnRonan O'Gara seems certain to be fit for Saturday's All-Ireland League Division One clash against Ballymena at Eaton ParkWed Feb 09 2000 - 00:00
Slick Terenure unit moves into top gearTerenure College's victory was emphatic but it camouflaged a wonderfully gutsy and spirited Newbridge challenge that eventually…Tue Feb 08 2000 - 00:00
Gatland again talks of regroupingWhen the question finally arrived, there was no ambiguityMon Feb 07 2000 - 00:00
Potato on speedThe English papers, not content with eulogising Clive Woodward's charges' thumping victory over Ireland at Twickenham, decided…Mon Feb 07 2000 - 00:00
Defensive errors prove costlyIreland could not manage a fifth successive victory over England but still produced a wonderfully entertaining performance, full…Sat Feb 05 2000 - 00:00
Irish set sights on a fifth victoryIreland attempt a fifth successive victory over England when they meet in the under-21 international at Banbury, an unprecedented…Fri Feb 04 2000 - 00:00
New caps given a chance to shineDeclan Kidney has been invited to wave a magic wand and turn the ugly duckling of Irish rugby, the A team, into a competitive…Fri Feb 04 2000 - 00:00
Shannon on songPlanet Rugby decided to pay a visit to a few club websites during the week and one of the best is that of four-time AIB League…Mon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
Newbridge take advantage of St Paul's indisciplineNewbridge College retained their composure and discipline, a not inconsiderable feat in the face of fractious and ill-disciplined…Mon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
Been ThereHe's seems to have been around for an age but 31-year-old Paul Hogan (right) appears to have lost none of the desireMon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
AIB Team of WeekEach week The Irish Times writers will select their team of the weekendMon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
Getting ThereA regular fixture on the Ireland under-21 team in the Six Nations Championship last season, Paul Neville also travelled with …Mon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
Backline shuffle reaps rich dividends for GarryowenTactical masterstroke or good fortune, Garryowen coach John Hall would probably subscribe to the former in deciding to shuffle…Mon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
Rugby Speak"He asked to be judged on the World Cup, then once it didn't go well he said: `I have a con- tract to fulfil'Mon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
Wood's cameo roleRugby coaches are likely to be flocking to purchase the Sky Digital service provided by Sky SportsMon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
Eternal holidayScotland are the first country to visit Rome for in the newly established Six Nations and the attraction of the Eternal City …Mon Jan 31 2000 - 00:00
England lose Johnson and Dawson gets captain's callIt hardly constituted a surprise but Martin Johnson's absence from the England squad to face Ireland in the opening Six Nations…Sat Jan 29 2000 - 00:00
Mullins edges out HorganShane Horgan and John Hayes were the unfortunate casualties as the Ireland senior squad was pared down in preparation for Saturday…Fri Jan 28 2000 - 00:00
Three-try blitz decisiveIt was a poignant afternoon for Clongowes Wood College, the first competitive opportunity to honour the memory of their late, …Thu Jan 27 2000 - 00:00
Blood, sweat and lots of tearsJanuary brings the smell of mothballs, threadbare scarves are discovered in the darkest recesses of a thousand closets, old school…Mon Jan 24 2000 - 00:00
The Wild GeeseHe prefers full back but Geordan Murphy continued to show his ability and versatility by claiming a try in Leicester's facile…Mon Jan 24 2000 - 00:00
Halvey makes Shannon flowIt was something akin to the rutting season at Ericsson Park, two packs colliding for pre-eminence with scant regard for the …Mon Jan 24 2000 - 00:00
Cullen the only DLSP changeDLSP make one change to the side that drew 6-6 with Lansdowne for Saturday's Division One game against Young Munster at Clifford…Thu Jan 20 2000 - 00:00
Buccaneers ready to make markBuccaneers prepare to offer a statement of intent on Saturday, aware that Shannon's visit to Ericsson Park represents a watershed…Wed Jan 19 2000 - 00:00
Roles reversed for MunsterThe ball struck the left-hand upright before grazing the inside of the crossbar and dropping overMon Jan 17 2000 - 00:00
Pontypridd go all out to arrest Munster runEurope has not been a happy hunting ground for Pontypridd: indeed for seven of their players the view of the valleys on their…Sat Jan 15 2000 - 00:00
Munster take full squad to WalesMunster have announced an unchanged team from that which beat Saracens for Saturday's Heineken European Cup clash with Pontypridd…Thu Jan 13 2000 - 00:00
Campbell's fast feet remain firmly on the groundThe phone call came at 9 p.m. on Monday night. Kieron Campbell could not digest the news. "I was shocked, stunnedWed Jan 12 2000 - 00:00
Leinster close to fully fitLeinster have only minor injury concerns prior to Saturday's crucial European Cup tie against Leicester at Welford RoadWed Jan 12 2000 - 00:00
Captain O'SheaIt was a good weekend for Conor O'Shea who captained London Irish to a nail-biting 23-22 victory over Agen in the European Shield…Mon Jan 10 2000 - 00:00
Ulster face stingUlster are unlikely to be afforded any sympathy in a quest for a first victory in this season's European Cup when they travel…Sat Jan 08 2000 - 00:00
Key Ulster figures backUlster coach Harry Williams makes six changes from the team that lost to Llanelli for Sunday's European Cup clash with Wasps …Fri Jan 07 2000 - 00:00
IWBA sanctions could lead to court actionThe confrontation between the Ladies Bowling League of Ireland (LBLI) and the Irish Women's Bowling Association (IWBA) is set…Thu Jan 06 2000 - 00:00
Nolan not deterred by sanctions threatPhillis Nolan offers a human backdrop to the impending collision of two associations, the Ladies Bowling League of Ireland (LBLI…Wed Jan 05 2000 - 00:00
North-south split rocks sedate world of bowlsBlue rinse, twin-sets, zimmer-framesWed Jan 05 2000 - 00:00
Sport reaps record £39mThe Minister for Tourism, Sports and Recreation Dr Jim McDaid described 1999 as a "remarkable year in implementation of sport…Fri Dec 31 1999 - 00:00
Munster wait on GalweyMick Galwey remains Munster's chief concern for Saturday week's European Cup match against Saracens at Thomond ParkFri Dec 31 1999 - 00:00
Been ThereLiam Toland's decision to switch from his native Munster to captain Leinster this season has re-ignited his career.Wed Dec 29 1999 - 00:00
Rugby Speak"We conceded too many penalties. I think the final count was 16-6. I'll have to keep putting the fines up."Wed Dec 29 1999 - 00:00
Captive audienceLeicester's win caused Bath coach Andy Robinson to explode in angerWed Dec 29 1999 - 00:00
Rush for ThomondThe Munster Branch have already sold 8,000 tickets for Saturday week's European Cup tie with Saracens at Thomond Park, and it…Wed Dec 29 1999 - 00:00
Shannon lose Galwey and plotThe sight of Mick Galwey limping from Thomond Park after 34 minutes proved disquieting not only for a Shannon team struggling…Wed Dec 29 1999 - 00:00
The Wild GeeseFormer Ireland Under-21 international Geordan Murphy made an immediate impact as a second-half substitute in Leicester's 13-3…Wed Dec 29 1999 - 00:00
