Gordon D’Arcy: Why has the narrative around Irish rugby turned apocalyptic so quickly?
We have reached point where not winning the Six Nations is framed as decline
All Blacks
Matt Williams: If Leinster can fix one glaring defensive flaw, they will be unstoppable
They have the quality to win the Champions Cup but need to have open and honest discussions about their defence
Gerry Thornley: It is hard not to feel sorry for Scott Robertson after All Blacks exit
Despite being eminently likeable, Robertson had not won the hearts and minds of New Zealand players and supporters
All Blacks lacked sharp edge but sacking Scott Robertson does not guarantee revival
There is still time before 2027 World Cup to rescue the drooping silver fern but rebuilding an international team is hard and New Zealand’s aura has faded
‘Gutted’ Scott Robertson steps down as New Zealand coach after review
Speculation over Robertson’s future has grown amid reports of friction between senior players and All Blacks staff
Where does Rieko Ioane fit at Leinster?
It remains unclear how the latest All Black recruit best suits their needs
Gerry Thornley: What autumn internationals tell us about each contender ahead of World Cup draw
Chasing pack will be hoping reigning champions peaked too early
Tadhg Beirne named in World Rugby team of the year
South Africa dominate team with Beirne being Ireland’s only representative
Ireland’s 50% win rate in Autumn Nations Series is not where Andy Farrell wants or needs to be
There were positives, but head coach only has a little over two months until Six Nations starts
New Zealand dismantle Wales in Cardiff despite Tom Rogers treble
Wales twice reduced to 14 men in 26-point defeat
Rieko Ioane named in much-changed New Zealand side for Wales Test
Autumn Nations Series team news: Former roofer Harri Deaves to make Wales debut
Ireland’s fixtures unveiled as Nations Championship details announced for 2026
New 12-team competition to be played every two years and replaces tradition summer and November tours
George Ford leads England to first home win over New Zealand since 2012
England scored 25 unanswered points after going 12-0 early on at Twickenham
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Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Common Ground
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