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Ireland get off to strong start at Hong Kong Sevens

Ireland get off to strong start at Hong Kong Sevens

Winner of the repechage tournament will earn a place on elite World Sevens circuit

Fri Apr 06 2018 - 15:57
Ireland’s men aim for elite Sevens status in Hong Kong

Ireland’s men aim for elite Sevens status in Hong Kong

Billy Dardis and his Irish team mates are one of 12 teams that will battle it out this weekend

Thu Apr 05 2018 - 13:51
What we learned from the Champions Cup weekend

What we learned from the Champions Cup weekend

Zebo fortunate, durable Sexton, O’Mahony’s lineout nous, Arnold and O’Donoghue impress

Mon Apr 02 2018 - 19:30
All in the Scrum: Toulon’s Mathieu Bastareaud honest in defeat

All in the Scrum: Toulon’s Mathieu Bastareaud honest in defeat

Munster old boys Pau-er to Stade Francais win while Aviva pays tribute to Heaslip

Mon Apr 02 2018 - 13:32
Dan Leavy leads the way as Leinster dethrone Saracens

Dan Leavy leads the way as Leinster dethrone Saracens

Defending champions well beaten by clinical Leinster in Champions Cup quarter-final

Sun Apr 01 2018 - 19:27
Rugby Stats: Leinster don't come from behind in quarter-finals

Rugby Stats: Leinster don't come from behind in quarter-finals

Munster have come from behind at the interval three times to claim a semi-final spot

Thu Mar 29 2018 - 07:00
Stuart Lancaster all too aware of the quality Saracens will bring

Stuart Lancaster all too aware of the quality Saracens will bring

Leinster coach familiar with most of the players his team will face in Champions Cup

Wed Mar 28 2018 - 06:00
Sexton driven by own chapter in Leinster’s European story

Sexton driven by own chapter in Leinster’s European story

Leinster outhalf says back-to-back champions Saracens will not be fazed by Aviva

Tue Mar 27 2018 - 01:00
Nick McCarthy key to Leinster’s ‘non-European player’ slots

Nick McCarthy key to Leinster’s ‘non-European player’ slots

Scrumhalf just one fitness concern for Saracens game as O’Brien and Ruddock return to training

Mon Mar 26 2018 - 21:18
Seán O’Brien in contention for Leinster’s clash with Saracens

Seán O’Brien in contention for Leinster’s clash with Saracens

Jordan Larmour and Dave Kearney both out of Sunday’s Champions Cup quarter-final

Mon Mar 26 2018 - 13:45
Scarlets will pose a major test for depleted Munster

Scarlets will pose a major test for depleted Munster

Absence of a string of big names puts additional pressure on Van Graan’s charges

Sat Mar 24 2018 - 06:00
Leo Cullen calls on Grand Slam heroes for Ospreys clash

Leo Cullen calls on Grand Slam heroes for Ospreys clash

Five Ireland stars return to starting XV, but Jordan Larmour out with leg injury

Sat Mar 24 2018 - 06:00
Blackrock College blitz Belvedere in first half to win 69th senior cup

Blackrock College blitz Belvedere in first half to win 69th senior cup

Defending champions were down 28-7 at the interval at the RDS

Fri Mar 23 2018 - 17:12
Belvedere and Blackrock set to serve up cracking schools final

Belvedere and Blackrock set to serve up cracking schools final

Champions Belvedere seeking to cement place in history with third successive crown

Fri Mar 23 2018 - 06:00
Jordan Larmour: ‘I know it’s not always this easy’

Jordan Larmour: ‘I know it’s not always this easy’

Grand Slam winner has no regrets about missing the U-20 World Cup to undergo surgery

Fri Mar 23 2018 - 06:00
Rugby Stats: Irish numbers stack up individually and collectively

Rugby Stats: Irish numbers stack up individually and collectively

Schmidt’s players top a host of categories at the end of a phenomenal 12 months

Thu Mar 22 2018 - 08:46
Injured Leinster trio could be fit to face Saracens in Champions Cup

Injured Leinster trio could be fit to face Saracens in Champions Cup

Redevelopment of RDS on hold until funding is secured

Thu Mar 22 2018 - 01:00
Henshaw optimistic about returning before the end of the season

Henshaw optimistic about returning before the end of the season

Leinster centre making good progress as he recovers from a dislocated shoulder

Thu Mar 22 2018 - 01:00
Donnybrook is now to be known as Energia Park

Donnybrook is now to be known as Energia Park

The ground hosts Ireland Women and Ireland Under-20s in Six Nations Championship

Wed Mar 21 2018 - 12:03
In their own words: Ireland's Grand Slam heroes

In their own words: Ireland's Grand Slam heroes

‘When I was about to go on I got a bit nervous but it was a special feeling’ – Jordan Larmour

Sun Mar 18 2018 - 17:57
Six Nations: Five turning points in Ireland’s Grand Slam win

Six Nations: Five turning points in Ireland’s Grand Slam win

From Sexton’s drop goal to defence against England it was a campaign of highlights

Sun Mar 18 2018 - 16:10
Record breaking Jacob Stockdale excited for crack at All Blacks

Record breaking Jacob Stockdale excited for crack at All Blacks

He’s scored 11 tries in nine matches and is still a few weeks shy of his 22nd birthday

Sat Mar 17 2018 - 20:55
Joe Schmidt relaxes in the relief of Grand Slam glory

Joe Schmidt relaxes in the relief of Grand Slam glory

Ireland manager and captain Rory Best pointed to the injection of youth as the key

Sat Mar 17 2018 - 19:07
England flood through as Ireland run out of steam and bodies

England flood through as Ireland run out of steam and bodies

Home side run in four tries in the fourth quarter in Coventry

Fri Mar 16 2018 - 22:19
Ireland Women outclassed as England push home advantage

Ireland Women outclassed as England push home advantage

Head coach Adam Griggs hoping to stay on ‘to build on what we have done so far’

Fri Mar 16 2018 - 20:17
Tadhg Furlong and company calm before the storm

Tadhg Furlong and company calm before the storm

Focused prop preparing to lock horns with his fellow Lions Sinckler and Vunipola

Fri Mar 16 2018 - 06:00
Solid defence key to Ireland U20s upsetting formidable England

Solid defence key to Ireland U20s upsetting formidable England

Depending on results, Ireland can still win the Under-20s Six Nations tournament

Fri Mar 16 2018 - 06:00
Henderson to start as Ireland bid for Grand Slam glory

Henderson to start as Ireland bid for Grand Slam glory

Devin Toner drops to the bench for Saturday’s match against England

Thu Mar 15 2018 - 15:11
Joe Schmidt brushes off ‘scummy Irish’ comments

Joe Schmidt brushes off ‘scummy Irish’ comments

“Those words don’t impact on how we play or how his team plays and that’s our focus”

Thu Mar 15 2018 - 15:08
Jacob Stockdale: Ireland's nomad at home on the wing

Jacob Stockdale: Ireland's nomad at home on the wing

From schoolboy prodigy to try-scoring record breaker the Ireland wing is on the fast track

Thu Mar 15 2018 - 09:40
Rugby Statistics: Dominance at the breakdown key for Ireland

Rugby Statistics: Dominance at the breakdown key for Ireland

Repetition of impressive figures to date will go a long way to securing ultimate prize

Thu Mar 15 2018 - 07:10
Ireland under-20s make four changes for England Six Nations clash

Ireland under-20s make four changes for England Six Nations clash

Jack Hume back on the wing as entire frontrow is rotated for Ricoh Arena game

Wed Mar 14 2018 - 20:40
Rob Kearney sits out Ireland training but set to face England

Rob Kearney sits out Ireland training but set to face England

Fullback being eased back in after Scotland game; Johnny Sexton trains fully

Tue Mar 13 2018 - 14:48
Confident Dan Leavy taking eventful campaign in his stride

Confident Dan Leavy taking eventful campaign in his stride

Grand Slam showdown will be young flanker’s first visit to fortress Twickenham

Mon Mar 12 2018 - 06:00
Second in the world, 11 wins in a row: heady days for Ireland indeed

Second in the world, 11 wins in a row: heady days for Ireland indeed

Defensive tweaks and the silky brilliance of Ringrose ensured the spoils went to Ireland

Sun Mar 11 2018 - 10:36
Irish player ratings: Ireland 28 Scotland 8

Irish player ratings: Ireland 28 Scotland 8

Rob Kearney rolls back the years, as young James Ryan backs up his growing reputation

Sat Mar 10 2018 - 17:22
Ireland go from sublime to careless but seal bonus-point victory

Ireland go from sublime to careless but seal bonus-point victory

Irish number eight Jack O’Sullivan plays key role with two tries as Scotland show fight

Fri Mar 09 2018 - 21:29
Declan Kidney and Les Kiss take over at London Irish

Declan Kidney and Les Kiss take over at London Irish

Kidney installed as director of rugby while Kiss will act as head coach

Fri Mar 09 2018 - 17:34
Ireland v Scotland: Irish player profiles

Ireland v Scotland: Irish player profiles

John O’Sullivan runs the rule over the 15 players selected to take on Scotland

Fri Mar 09 2018 - 13:00
Ireland v Scotland: Scottish player profiles

Ireland v Scotland: Scottish player profiles

With just one change from their Calcutta Cup win Scotland will hope for another shock

Fri Mar 09 2018 - 11:00
Ireland U-20s need to sharpen up defence against Scotland

Ireland U-20s need to sharpen up defence against Scotland

Under-20 Six Nations: element of squad rotation in coach Noel McNamara’s picks

Thu Mar 08 2018 - 19:57
Rugby Statistics: Ireland must be zealous in protecting ruck ball

Rugby Statistics: Ireland must be zealous in protecting ruck ball

The concession of vital turnovers and penalties proved so costly to England’s hopes

Thu Mar 08 2018 - 07:28
Keith Earls in a good place ahead of defining Six Nations endgame

Keith Earls in a good place ahead of defining Six Nations endgame

Maturing winger believes communication is key to keeping Scotland at bay on Saturday

Tue Mar 06 2018 - 06:00
Tadhg Furlong and Henderson expected to return to full training

Tadhg Furlong and Henderson expected to return to full training

Leinster wing Barry Daly has been called up as Andrew Conway struggles with knee issue

Mon Mar 05 2018 - 12:18
Connacht will feel the heat as they chase points from Cheetahs

Connacht will feel the heat as they chase points from Cheetahs

Experience needed as South African side have lost only one match at home this season

Sat Mar 03 2018 - 01:00
IRFU revamp concussion protocols in line with 2016 Berlin conference

IRFU revamp concussion protocols in line with 2016 Berlin conference

Players now advised to resume normal activities after 24-48 hours of complete rest

Fri Mar 02 2018 - 18:16
Ulster head coach Jono Gibbes to step down at end of the season

Ulster head coach Jono Gibbes to step down at end of the season

Gibbes indicates he is returning to New Zealand rather than to any assignment in Australia

Fri Mar 02 2018 - 17:52
Angus Curtis following the family tradition but blazing his own trail

Angus Curtis following the family tradition but blazing his own trail

Centre was standout Irish U20s player against Wales but could also excel at outhalf

Fri Mar 02 2018 - 06:00
Rugby statistics: Why is Brian O'Driscoll's 13 jersey so unlucky?

Rugby statistics: Why is Brian O'Driscoll's 13 jersey so unlucky?

Chris Farrell not blessed with good fortune and latest in long list of Ireland casualties

Thu Mar 01 2018 - 07:35
Owens and Garcès to ref Irish quarter-finals

Owens and Garcès to ref Irish quarter-finals

Nigel Owens will take charge of Munster’s calsh with Toulon, Owens reffing Leinster

Wed Feb 28 2018 - 14:31
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