Ulster CEO Jonny Petrie departs province by mutual consent
Petrie had previously stated his aim to stay on at the helm of the province after parting ways with former head coach Dan McFarland
Dan McFarland
Richie Murphy to take over from Dan McFarland as Ulster head coach
Ireland Under-20 coach set to take over as interim head coach once Six Nations campaign ends
Ulster’s patchy form may prove too big an obstacle to overcome against Bath
Johann van Graan’s Bath side sits second in the Premiership ahead of Ulster’s trip to the west country
Connacht mount comeback to continue strong start to season
Cathal Forde again impresses as understaffed Ulster fall just short
Durban’s heat and humidity expected to be energy-sapping for Ulster
Northern province look to have it all to do in this rearranged fixture
Gerry Thornley: Brittle Ulster need to unpack mental baggage to get back on track
Closing out games has become a psychological issue for Dan McFarland’s side
Gordon D’Arcy: At the RDS Ulster’s mental strength failed to match their ambition
Josh van der Flier epitomised the attitude needed, which augurs well for Leinster’s spicy clash against La Rochelle
Ulster prepare for return to URC action without recent signing Rory Sutherland
Scotland prop sidelined by injury, with Iain Henderson and Robert Baloucoune also in doubt for Friday’s game at home to Zebre
URC: Almost everything up for grabs as final round of matches kick off
Munster, Sharks, Stormers, Ulster and Bulls all competing for home quarter-finals
Captain Iain Henderson and Stuart McCloskey declared fit for Ulster
Both Ulster and the Sharks can copperfasten a last-eight tie in front of their own supporters should they win
Stakes high as Ulster aim to arrest slump in form against Edinburgh
Dan McFarland’s side face a tense encounter in the Scottish capital on Saturday
URC preview: Wounded Ulster to come out fighting against Munster
Munster have lost on their last four visits to Belfast dating back to October 2016
Dan McFarland: ‘If you want to win at this level you can’t afford those mistakes’
Agonisingly small margins for Ulster as potent Dupont-Ntamack threat proves key for Toulouse
Quarter-final line-up set but Sheeran ensures Thomond is out of action
Toulouse win sees them travel to take on Munster in Dublin while Leinster are also away
Ulster must stay on the front foot when Toulouse come to town
The defending champions have shown before in Belfast how dangerous they can be
Warwick and Ulster braced for task of countering enormous Toulouse pack
But stats show McFarland’s side possess the backs to thwart the champions again
Ulster expect stiff Toulouse test as they welcome defending champions
Buzz around Belfast as home European Cup quarter-finals do not come very often
Gordon D’Arcy: Ulster must improve again to claim a massive European scalp
Full-strength Toulouse will travel to Belfast in expectation, not simply hope
Owen Doyle: Unacceptable face of rugby was on full show over the weekend
Gibson-Park should’ve seen red as too many brutal collisions went far beyond legal limits
Irish provinces have all to play for in second legs of Champions Cup last-16
Munster, Leinster and Ulster all playing at home with quarter-final places on the line
‘We’re playing bloody Toulouse in Toulouse’ - McFarland not focused on bigger haul
Ulster’s lead heading into the second leg could have been more if not for Ntamack
Johnny Sexton set to return as Leinster face buoyant Connacht
Heineken Champions Cup: Munster shrug off injury worries in upcoming game with Exeter
Gordon D’Arcy: URC finally kicks into gear with lots of drama
After a slow burn, newest recruits from South Africa are making their presence felt
Ulster face a closely fought contest against in-form Stormers
Dan McFarland makes six changes from side that beat Leinster for Cape Town clash
Luke Marshall in Ulster squad for South Africa after over year out
McFarland picks Ireland internationals for tour while Jenkins returns for Munster
The Offload: Spain win Iberian derby to secure spot in Ireland’s World Cup pool
All Blacks apologise over International Women’s Day post; Under-20s chase Grand Slam
Ulster aim to complete the double on Leinster in top-of-the-table clash
Win could potentially see McFarland’s side leapfrog Leinster into pole position
Jarrad Butler calls for Connacht response against Ulster in Belfast
Club captain admits review of Glasgow defeat ‘didn’t beat around the bush’
In-form Ulster to stick with attacking game plan for Clermont clash
Win would give province home advantage as Champions Cup unfurls towards its final
Ulster looking to finish off impressive pool performance when Clermont come calling
Forwards coach Roddy Grant expects another fierce physical test against French side
Champions Cup: After festive famine, January feast begins this weekend
Connacht hope to make history, Leinster seek vengeance, Ulster hit hard by injuries
Depleted Ulster braced for tough Northampton assignment
Absence of influential trio Cooney, Henderson and McCloskey may tilt balance
Jared Payne to leave Ulster ‘to pursue opportunities overseas’
John Cooney ruled out of Champions Cup match against Northampton Saints
Munster blocking out external criticism after much-needed Ulster win
Province’s style of play came in for heavy criticism after Connacht loss last weekend
Smarting Munster looking to extend Thomond Park run as Ulster come calling
Johann van Graan’s side will need a vastly improved performance after Connacht defeat
Michael Lowry happy to just be on the pitch as he impresses in fullback role
Second playmaker role good enough for versatile back despite preference for outhalf
Ireland trio Burns, Murphy and Moore the latest to pen Ulster extensions
All three joined the province in 2018 and have extended their stays beyond this season
Dan McFarland praises ‘matured’ James Hume ahead of Connacht clash
Ulster centre capable of burnishing growing reputation in much-anticipated tie
EPCR left with big decisions as Covid wreaks havoc on Champions Cup
Postponement of some matches and cancellation of others leave teams frustrated
These are tricky times for Munster, the European drama kings
Johann van Graan’s departure will leave province in need of a new coaching ticket
Ulster secure bonus-point win despite never shaking Saints off their tails
Stuart McCloskey and Iain Henderson both forced off with injury for home side
Ulster looking to keep the pep in their step against against Northampton
Iain Henderson returns to captain side with Duane Vermeulen making home debut
Dan McFarland challenges Ulster to back up another famous win
Consistency key ahead of Northampton visit if Ulster want to fix up and down form book
Ulster looking to capitalise on Clermont’s disrupted build-up to strike in France
French side are missing some regulars due to a coronavirus outbreak at the club
Alan O’Connor issues stark warning ahead of daunting Clermont trip
Ulster captain says side needs to learn lessons up front ahead of European opener
Ospreys’ pack bring Ulster crashing back to earth in Swansea
Visitors dominated possession and territory but battle was lost up front
Patient Timoney now making the most of his considerable ability
Ulster and Ireland backrow has worked hard on his game over the years and is now reaping the rewards
Ulster look well set to continue recent dominance over Ospreys
Jack McGrath set for return after over a year out while Craig Gilroy could win 200th cap
Dan McFarland thrilled as Ulster pass Leinster with honours
First victory over Leinster in Dublin since 2013 proves a timely boost ahead of hectic schedule
URC making it more difficult for Irish provinces to blood young players
Shrinking of talent pool could prove to be counterproductive for Irish rugby in the future
Process more important than outcome for Dan McFarland after Connacht defeat
Ulster boss wants his side to step up and play like champions when considered favourites
Andy Friend delighted with his Connacht side after rip-roaring win over Ulster
Coach picks out former Munster player Conor Oliver for special praise
Andy Farrell has plenty to ponder in naming Ireland’s autumn squad
Between injury issues and lack of game time for key players the head coach has a tough task
Ulster looking for another five-point haul as Lions enter their Belfast lair
Dan McFarland has named an unchanged side for Friday night’s clash
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