Rugby Stats: Haley and Botha post impressive numbers for Munster
Kelleher brothers and Deegan leading the way for Leinster in the Pro14
Wales embracing Wayne’s world and doing it the Pivac way
Kiwi coach has an attacking philosophy which could help re-route European rugby
Beating Wales was a tonic for the troops, but the big battles lie ahead
Solid performance in Cardiff has restored Ireland’s feel-good factor – almost
Ireland get green machine back on the road
Joe Schmidt’s side withstand late rally to defeat Wales in Cardiff warm-up
Scarlets keep Munster at bay thanks to defensive masterclass
Johann van Graan’s side dominate possession but can only manage losing bonus point
Munster can maintain momentum as Scannell set for landmark appearance
Pro14 preview: Scarlets v Munster, Parc y Scarlets (5.0, live on TG4, Premier Sports 2)
Wales survive Tonga rally to score seven tries unanswered
The teams were level 24-24 in the second half before the hosts opened up in 10-try romp
Leicester bounce back with bonus-point win over Scarlets
Geordan Murphy’s side run in five tries at Welford Road to put Ulster defeat behind them
McFadden the great survivor is back for rendezvous with Scarlets
Leinster back hoping to leave injury woes behind and focus on Pro14 tasks ahead
Leinster secure historic double to cap greatest ever season
Late tries flatter Scarlets as they are well beaten in Pro14 final at the Aviva Stadium
Leinster have game to seal record fifth title and historic double
European champions out to finish season on a high against reigning Pro14 champions
Irrepressible Leinster storm into Champions Cup final
Leinster make hay in Dublin sunshine as Scarlets blown away
Scarlets overcome nervy start to end La Rochelle’s European dream
Welsh side will be away to the winners of the Leinster v Saracens quarter-final
Scarlets will pose a major test for depleted Munster
Absence of a string of big names puts additional pressure on Van Graan’s charges
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
George North seals bonus-point win for Wales against Italy
Azzurri on course for the Wooden Spoon while Wales could finish in second place
Matt Williams: Pack can ensure Irish victory but don’t underestimate Scotland
If Ireland repeat their impressive possession stats it will set the platform for a home win
Matt Williams: Ireland relying on attack as best form of defence
Everyone in the Six Nations is playing running rugby but Ireland need to get their defence right
Anscombe’s Hail Mary keeps Ireland’s Grand Slam dream alive
Joe Schmidt’s side came a rare moment of Welsh profligacy away from a galling defeat
Ireland young guns grasp chance to seize moment on big stage
Johnny Sexton shows mental strength with outstanding all-round game to secure bonus-point victory over Wales
Gerry Thornley: Ireland have work to do before Scottish showdown
Joe Schmidt frets over defensive frailty against Wales that may be exposed by Scots
Ireland 37 Wales 27: the kids are alright, and the old timers too
There’s so much to admire in Ireland’s win, despite white line fever and narrow defence
Ireland fight fire with fire against Wales to win thriller
Grand Slam dream remains on course - but only just after epic battle in Dublin
Ireland face toughest Six Nations test yet against Wales
Joe Schmidt’s men will have to stay focused to overcome a confident Welsh team
Dan Biggar’s recall illustrates Wales planning for physical game
Warren Gatland admits Johnny Sexton and Conor Murray will be put under pressure
Warren Gatland says Wales must target Murray and Sexton
Gatland also points out stopping running power of CJ Stander as key to success
Gerry Thornley: Dublin visit holds no fears for Wales
Back to full strength, Gatland’s underdogs will be confident they have Ireland’s measure
Luke McGrath likely to miss Wales encounter with knee injury
George North, Liam Williams and Leigh Halfpenny look set to be fit for visitors
Precedent everything when it comes to contentious TMO decisions
Unshackled Wales look set to pose Ireland problems when the Six Nations resumes
Warren Gatland names unchanged Wales team to face England
Only switch is among replacements, where fit-again wing George North returns
Wales put Scotland in the Halfpenny place
Warren Gatland’s side open Six Nations campaign with comfortable win
George North left out of Wales squad for Six Nations opener
Rhys Patchell will take up outhalf role in place of injured Dan Biggar for Scotland clash
Paul Asquith’s late try saves Scarlets’ blushes against Benetton
Anthony Belleau’s late try helps Toulon to victory over Bath
All Blacks snuff out Welsh resistance in Cardiff
Wales’ long wait for a victory over New Zealand continues
Wales suffer 13th successive loss to impressive Australia
Wallabies score four tries in hard-fought victory in Cardiff
Munster gobbled up and spat out by breathtaking Scarlets
Rassie Erasmus’s side blitzed by four tries in the first half by electric Welsh outfit
Munster and Scarlets will give Pro12 the finale it deserves
Decider may not pack Aviva to the rafters, but it will bring two in-form teams together
Munster and Scarlets name unchanged sides for Pro 12 decider
Conor Murray to make 100th Munster appearance; Donnacha Ryan signs off on 167 caps
Rassie Erasmus named as Pro12 coach of the year
Munster main supplier to dream team while Joey Carbery named young player of year
Scarlets take advantage of scrappy Connacht to book semi-final spot
Welsh side gain bonus-point win in Galway and will travel to play Leinster or Munster
Wales hoping Sam Warburton can ‘get mojo back’ minus captaincy
‘He’ll be a bit disappointed, but it’s best decision moving forward for Sam and Wales’
Scarlets claim memorable European win over Toulon
Leigh Halfpenny’s late misses prove costly; Castres beat Montpellier in all-French clash
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