Cian Prendergast

France vs Ireland - Six Nations preview

The Counter Ruck Podcast

Tue Feb 03 2026 - 14:07

Sam and Cian Prendergast to start for Ireland against France

Jeremy Loughman and Thomas Clarkson named in Irish frontrow

Tue Feb 03 2026 - 08:21

Josh van der Flier named Irish Players’ Player of the Year 2022

Flanker chosen from shortlist with Caelan Doris, Mack Hansen and Hugo Keenan

Wed May 18 2022 - 23:30

Mack Hansen signs new contract to stay with Connacht until 2025

Talented back one of four nominees for men’s XVs players’ player of the year

Wed May 11 2022 - 17:01

Connacht face tough challenge in looking to complete South African clean sweep

Andy Friend’s side take on a strong Sharks side in Durban on Saturday

Fri Apr 29 2022 - 15:02

Four-try Lowe to the fore as Leinster swat aside Connacht in second leg rout

Likely quarter-final date with Leicester booked in the diary after Aviva hammering

Fri Apr 15 2022 - 19:49

Leinster face Connacht at the Aviva; boxing must answer on Kinahan

The Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

Fri Apr 15 2022 - 07:32

Leinster v Connacht head-to-head: Caelan Doris v Cian Prendergast

Battle of the two young blindsides will be fascinating in the second leg

Fri Apr 15 2022 - 06:00

Three changes to Leinster team to face Connacht in Champions Cup

Jamison Gibson-Park, Andrew Porter and Rónan Kelleher make starting XV

Thu Apr 14 2022 - 12:19

Andy Friend proud of Connacht’s character after battling win over Benetton

‘We had them under the pump and then we let them off, but we fought back and got the win’

Sat Apr 02 2022 - 14:29

Ulster enjoy bonus-point win as Robert Baloucoune grabs double against Connacht

Connacht’s hopes hit by two yellow cards as poor run continues for Andy Friend’s side

Fri Feb 04 2022 - 22:44

‘It doesn’t break us, it makes us stronger’- Connacht punched in guts by Tigers

Andy Friend’s side let 18-point lead slip away but can still reach Champions Cup last-16

Mon Jan 17 2022 - 06:46

Conor Oliver planning to carry on running hard for Connacht

Backrow has enjoyed an outstanding season so far with ball in hand

Thu Jan 13 2022 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: Daring Connacht picking up the points to match their ambition

Andy Friend’s side are continually on the upgrade as stodgy Munster fail to inspire

Tue Jan 04 2022 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Pecking order at outhalf is of national interest given Carbery's injury woes

Interpros vital in assessing Farrell’s options for Ireland squad

Wed Dec 29 2021 - 06:00

Connacht face huge task against Tigers side enjoying purple patch

English side on 12-game winning streak ahead of Sunday’s clash

Sun Dec 19 2021 - 07:00

Connacht dominate Stade Francais to kick off European campaign in style

Bonus point win comes with six tries and a rock solid defence in a famous Galway win

Sun Dec 12 2021 - 17:54

Leinster take out their frustration on Connacht after slow start

Leo Cullen’s side get back on track with bonus-point win at the RDS

Fri Dec 03 2021 - 22:15

Connacht without Bundee Aki as they look to keep up URC winning run against Leinster

Andy Friend’s side looking to repeat last season's success at the RDS on Friday night

Wed Dec 01 2021 - 07:52

Ulster game will be a defining one for Connacht’s season

Andy Friend knows his squad face battle to close points gap with three rival provinces

Wed Oct 20 2021 - 06:00

Andy Friend still waiting on an explanation from URC and referees

Connacht head coach: ‘It’s not witch-hunting, it’s just trying to get clarity on what are the standards’

Tue Oct 19 2021 - 14:11

Ben O’Donnell returns to Connacht XV to host the Dragons

Matthew Burke and Paul Boyle have also been brought into Andy Friend’s team

Fri Oct 08 2021 - 13:10

Connacht face tough opener against Cardiff side packed with internationals

Andy Friend wants his side to be adaptable against sides with more firepower

Thu Sept 23 2021 - 16:54

Connacht Rugby season preview: Good start essential if Friend’s men are to reach their goal

Upheaval and season format against them but Connacht will aim to defy the odds again

Thu Sept 23 2021 - 06:00

Connacht finish season on a high as they end Ospreys’ Rainbow Cup ambitions

Bundee Aki scores try in a fine all-round performance at the Showgrounds

Fri Jun 04 2021 - 20:34

Rainbow Cup: Leinster, Glasgow and Connacht name their teams

Andrew Porter is among another six players recalled to Leinster’s matchday squad

Thu Jun 03 2021 - 13:36

Connacht name strong side for key Benetton clash in Treviso

Bundee Aki returns to midfield after four-match ban for England sending off

Fri May 28 2021 - 16:46

Connacht agree contracts extensions with 21 players

Ireland internationals Dave Heffernan, Ultan Dillane, Finlay Bealham and Jack Carty sign deals

Thu Mar 11 2021 - 17:17

Connacht come within a score of massive upset against Racing 92

Irish province had an opportunity to take full points with the last play of the game

Sun Dec 13 2020 - 20:10

McNamara makes four changes to Ireland U20 side for England clash

Flanker Alex Soroka to make his full debut in a rearranged backrow

Wed Feb 19 2020 - 17:44

Noel McNamara makes two changes to Ireland U20 side for Wales clash

Winger Ben Moxham and prop Marcus Hannan named for game in Cork

Wed Feb 05 2020 - 15:53

Leinster Schools Senior Cup: St Mary’s in four-try win over Newbridge

Rathmines school progress to second round after solid performance at Donnybrook

Wed Feb 01 2017 - 19:13