‘Only Antoine Dupont is comparable’: Four Irish players to watch in Europe this weekend
Motivation shouldn’t be a problem as the provinces go in search of victory for a variety of reasons
Connacht Rugby
Leinster look to take advantage of favourable draw in quest for Champions Cup title
Munster face a tricky game against Exeter in the Challenge Cup
Gordon D’Arcy: Confidence like Jamie Osborne’s will bring on Leinster performance when it counts
If Leinster can get the best out of Ioane, it might bring the best out of themselves as a team
Connacht preparing for a Sharks side with more bite coming to Galway
Cullie Tucker wary of the forward threat and X-factor of visiting South Africans
Seamus Hurley-Langton bags a brace as Connacht see off Ospreys
Late Matthew Devine try earns westerners fifth successive URC win
Connacht keen to keep distance from Ospreys with victory in Saturday’s meeting
Stuart Lancaster’s side face a tough run-in including a two-game trip to South Africa
Connacht well on their way but face tough URC run-in
Stuart Lancaster’s side host Ospreys on Saturday before trip to South Africa
Connacht’s Jack Carty to retire at the end of the season
The outhalf earned 11 Irish caps during his career
Stakes are high for all four provinces as they seek to define their season
Leinster, Ulster, Munster and Connacht sit within seven points and six places of one other in URC table
Connacht second-half storming earns bonus-point win at Ulster
Replacements provide the tempo as Stuart Lancaster’s side continue positive streak
Below-strength Ulster to make use of versatility in URC clash with Connacht
Jacob Stockdale to fill void at outside centre as head coach attempts to minimise impact of injury and suspension
Marist Athlone defend Connacht crown as they hold off Sligo Grammar at the death
Midlands side made use of their physical superiority in the fourth successive final between the two schools
Connacht cancel St Patrick’s Day celebrations to prepare for Ulster challenge
Tuesday will be crucial training day, says Stuart Lancaster, with several players returning from international duty and from injury
Ulster boosted by return of four Ireland players for Connacht interpro clash
Head coach Richie Murphy have a spring in their step after 40-19 win away to Edinburgh last weekend
Five-try Connacht too much for Scarlets
Sean Jansen scores first-half brace in 17-point win at the Dexcom
Ireland’s towering lock Darragh Murray set to play his part in crunch game against Scotland
Intuitive secondrow considered ‘calm presence in the lineout and around the field’
‘A sweet one,’ says Stuart Lancaster after Connacht earn surprise win against Glasgow
Sean Jansen crashed over for a dramatic late winning try against the URC leaders
Lancaster family briefly divided as father and son collide in URC clash
Connacht in desperate need of victory to move toward top-eight standings
John Muldoon admits Connacht’s ‘room for error’ is shrinking ahead of Glasgow clash
Off-form western province will need Ireland contingent at their best for visit of the URC leaders
Connacht left frustrated by Matthew Devine’s decision to leave for Ulster
Western province were keen to keep scrumhalf but he accepted move in pursuit of more game time
Chatty officials in Zebre v Connacht match reminded us why change is badly needed
Tiresome back-and-forth between referee and TMO spoiled the match for viewers
Connacht secure much needed bonus-point win against Zebre
Irish province leave it until late to get bonus point in Italy
Connacht looking for timely boost when they take on Zebre Parma in URC
Both clubs need win to propel them towards the top half of the URC table
Bundee Aki’s hope for a World Cup finale hang in the balance after four-week suspension confirmed
Most popular Ireland player of the last decade will face uphill battle to make it back into side for final two games of Six Nations
Bundee Aki handed four-week suspension after being axed from Ireland’s Six Nations squad
Independent Disciplinary Committee hand down six-week ban following hearing but suspend two weeks for two years
The ‘meteoric rise’ of Billy Bohan from Connacht academy to Ireland Six Nations squad
Injuries to Irish frontrowers have opened the door for Bohan to earn a senior international debut
Connacht see Will Connors’s ‘potential as a leader’ after backrow signs from Leinster
Connacht senior assistant coach Rod Seib looking forward to working with new signing next season
How Connacht went from runt of the IRFU litter to powerhouse province in 30 years
Facing disbandment of its professional team, Connacht found support from the likes of future taoiseach Enda Kenny
We need to understand that referees and officials won’t always get it right
Professionalism demands high levels of refereeing accuracy and judgments can often cause disagreement
Should Irish players have been wrapped in cotton wool ahead of the Six Nations?
The Counter Ruck Podcast
Connacht’s Billy Bohan called up to Ireland squad for Portugal training camp, Jack Boyle ruled out
Leinster loosehead picked up a leg injury during Leinster’s URC win over Connacht
‘It didn’t look great’ - Jack Boyle leg injury a concern for Leinster and Ireland
Loosehead prop suffers lower leg injury in Leinster’s win over Connacht in Galway
Connacht scrumhalf Matthew Devine set to switch to Ulster from next season
Talented 23-year-old has found his opportunities limited over the last two seasons
‘The energy was huge’: Stuart Lancaster taking positives from Connacht defeat to Leinster
Rousing interpro marks official opening of new Clan Stand at Dexcom Stadium
Cinderella province no more: Excitement palpable as Connacht host Leinster at transformed home
CEO and former player Willie Ruane says new facilities owe much to the work of past generations
Gerry Thornley: Counterintuitively, Connacht may be the biggest winners in URC TV deal
Westerners have potential to draw more viewers due higher number of games being shown on TG4
Connacht welcome Leinster to revamped Dexcom Stadium for enticing URC clash
James Lowe returns for strong Leinster team in front of its brand new Clan Stand and a record attendance for a rugby match in Galway
Cian Prendergast: ‘It’s a privilege to compete with your brother at the highest level’
The Connacht captain will lead out his team to face Leinster in front of a record crowd for a rugby match in Galway
Connacht sign experienced prop Francois Van Wyk from Bath
The 34-year-old South African joins after playing in England since 2017
Mack Hansen likely to miss rest of season with foot injury
With sights set on the Challenge Cup final, head coach says May return ‘will be tight’
Stuart Lancaster aiming to kickstart Connacht’s new era with roof-raising victory
Connacht head coach believes victory against Leinster could reignite URC challenge
Joe Joyce to leave Connacht for Gloucester at the end of the season
Backrow forward Brian Gleeson signs two-year extension to Munster deal
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: Cheerier than Game of Thrones and brimming with Irish talent
Set 70 years before the events of Game of Thrones, this heartwarming show hits like a breath of fresh air
Leinster to face Edinburgh in Champions Cup last 16
Ulster, Connacht and Munster learn Challenge Cup Round of 16 opponents
Connacht show lessons learned in 11-try win over Montauban to reach Challenge Cup last 16
French side outclassed by try-hungry Connacht in Galway
Connacht expecting bonus-point win over Montauban to ensure progress in Challenge Cup
Stuart Lancaster has made only three changes to the starting XV that came so close to toppling Montpellier in France.
Harry Byrne to start at 10 for Leinster against Bayonne, Craig Casey fit for Munster
Garry Ringrose, Jimmy O’Brien and RG Snyman return from injury for final Champions Cup pool clash
Provinces face final pool games in Champions, Challenge Cup: TV details, permutations and team news
Four provinces in action on Saturday, with only Leinster on the road
Leinster lack edge, and no ‘pity party’ for Munster
Ulster have been the most consistent Irish province this season, says Gordon D’Arcy
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