Lions team news: Tadhg Furlong likely to start again as big Irish contingent expected for third Test
Joe McCarthy and Mack Hansen back in contention after injuries but Garry Ringrose heading home
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Third Test: Ringrose out but McCarthy and Hansen in contention for selection
Tuipulotu recovers from hamstring injury, but Ringrose has further return-to-play protocol due to concussion symptoms
Nine Irish players in starting team to face Australia in second Test
Farrell names Porter and Aki to start, with two more Irish players on the bench, but injured McCarthy is out
Andy Farrell more optimistic on fitness of Joe McCarthy than Mack Hansen for second Lions Test
Head coach was impressed by Garry Ringrose, Jamie Osborne and Ben White in game against the First Nations and Pasifika XV
Andy Farrell adds note of caution as Lions arrive in Melbourne for second Test
Over 90,000 expected at the MCG for a second Test in a city that has seen the Wallabies bounce back in the past
Lions secondrow Joe McCarthy a doubt for Second Test in Melbourne
Irish player has a foot-sole inflammation, and Scotland lock Gregor Brown is called up as additional cover
Gerry Thornley: If anything there could have been more Irish in Lions side for first Test
Injuries to Hansen and Ringrose curtailed Lions’ green brigade
Close calls to be made on Bundee Aki and Andrew Porter as Lions’ first Test team takes shape
Make-up of the backrow appears to be the most difficult puzzle to crack, especially at openside
Gerry Thornley: As Lions phoney war nears an end, Irish players push hard to dominate first Test line-up
Andy Farrell was comfortable in the knowledge that his team should have beaten Brumbies by more than 12
Lions player ratings: Garry Ringrose does his Test chances no harm with strong outing
Ollie Chessum shows why Andy Farrell considers him an option at No 6 against the Wallabies
Lions coach Andy Farrell still tinkering with player combinations ahead of first Test
British and Irish Lions' midfield partnership among intriguing decisions to be made for opening clash against the Wallabies
Gordon D’Arcy: Lions’ mauling of Western Force little more than an appetiser ahead of main courses
First tour match provided Andy Farrell with useful insights but focus remains on winning the Tests
Lions get over shaky start to power past Western Force in Perth
Tourists score eight tries and run up 50 points despite losing battle for possession and territory
Lions ratings v Western Force: Joe McCarthy and Josh van der Flier the best of the Irish
Elliot Daly shines from fullback in convincing victory
Everyone hates us, we don’t care: Is Leinster’s mantra losing its power to motivate?
Much of the perceived dislike of the province may be based on false premises
Rhapsody in blue as Leinster attack finally fires on all cylinders
Tyler Bleyendaal can take a lot of credit for the lovely shape and potency of Leinster’s attacking display
James Ryan: ‘We’ve been very honest and open about our shortcomings ... now it’s about turning the page'
The lock says Ireland can’t afford any more indiscipline when they face Italy in their Six Nations finale
Six Nations: Where did it all go wrong for Ireland against France and should Irish fans panic?
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Leinster dominate central contracts with 11 of 14 IRFU deals
Just one Munster player now on a central deal with two from Connacht and none from Ulster
Ireland boss Simon Easterby makes some bold and exciting selections for Wales clash
Six Nations: Interim head coach says giving experience to younger players in big matches is key to development
Ireland’s Caelan Doris and Rónan Kelleher ruled out of Six Nations game away to Wales
Peter O’Mahony, Tadhg Beirne and Jack Conan among possibilities to lead team in Cardiff
Ireland spoilt for choice but major shake-up unlikely for trip to Wales
Simon Easterby says Ireland ‘very fortunate’ to have players fit and eager to perform
Leinster v Clermont: Jordie Barrett gets first start as province aim for second win in Champions Cup
Leo Cullen blends the old, the new and the borrowed in team selection for clash with tough French side
Owen Doyle: Ireland must ensure Scott Barrett’s claim about Joe McCarthy is not swept under the carpet
World Rugby Council’s decisions this week on new laws could have big effects
Joe McCarthy: ‘You always have to keep evolving your game’
The Irish lock has played against the All Blacks in last year’s World Cup and hopes for another run out on Friday
Shortlists for Rugby Writers of Ireland Players of the Year announced
Jack Crowley, Caelan Doris, Joe McCarthy, Bundee Aki, and Jamison Gibson-Park on men’s list
Ireland’s Joe McCarthy conundrum: can he do the business at the breakdown?
Saturday’s game will be the biggest test of the 23-year-old lock’s young international career
Key decision against Leinster highlights risk of refereeing system failure
A worrying cohort of referees appear dependent on their TMO comfort blanket
Champions Cup: Leinster lock Joe McCarthy looks forward to playing key role against Toulouse
No longer a fringe player, the 23-year-old says this season’s progress to the Champions Cup final ‘means a little more’
Ospreys firmly in Ryan Baird’s sights as he focuses on next business
Ryan Baird eager to follow up memorable Champions Cup semi-final win by getting Leinster’s URC title ambitions firmly back on track
Joe McCarthy, another Bakkies Botha in the making?
Leinster's young secondrow Joe McCarthy claims a ringing endorsement from Springboks legend Victor Matfield
What makes the Happy Pear unhappy? Building a 5G mast beside their organic farm
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Joe McCarthy’s meteoric rise from Trinity lock to Ireland enforcer
With brother Paddy a talented prop, the journey of the McCarthys is only just beginning
Mary Hannigan’s TV view: Hair raising stuff as O’Driscoll hails Big Joe (and his barnet)
Joe McCarthy woke up yesterday morning as Joe McCarthy – I’m pretty sure come the full-time whistle he was re-christened Big Joe, said Bernard O’Toole
‘Big Young Joe’ McCarthy has Six Nations debut he will never forget
‘A lot more to come’ from the lock who was Ireland’s man of the match against France
France v Ireland: McCarthy, Nash and Crowley set to start Six Nations opener
Garry Ringrose a doubt for Friday’s tournament opener with shoulder issue, as Henshaw could replace him
Joe McCarthy in line for first Six Nations start as Ireland prepare to get physical
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell to pick from a fully-fit squad when he names team on Wednesday
Leinster boss Leo Cullen gives positive update on Harry Byrne injury
Head coach also pays tribute to Joe McCarthy after yet another influential performance
Gordon D’Arcy: Players have seen that if they take the chance given by Andy Farrell, he will be fiercely loyal
Joe McCarthy is one big reason why Ireland look in good shape as the Six Nations approaches
Joe McCarthy reunites with family in Leinster after World Cup learning curve
Leinster and Ireland lock impressed off the bench vs New Zealand and is looking to kick on at provincial level
Rugby World Cup: Gerry Thornley predicts Ireland’s team to play New Zealand
Ireland vs New Zealand: James Ryan likely to be ruled out with Joe McCarthy or Ryan Baird set to replace him on the bench
Rugby World Cup: Iain Henderson starts in place of James Ryan for Scotland clash
Robbie Henshaw could face a few weeks out with hamstring injury
Andrew Porter lost 4kg in the heat against Romania but he’s ‘champing at the bit’ to go again
Visit to children’s hospital an ‘incredibly humbling’ experience for the Irish prop
‘I feel like I’m only scratching the surface’ - Joe McCarthy on his impressive Rugby World Cup bow
Young Irish lock capped a typical all-action display with a try in the opening victory over Romania
Gordon D’Arcy: Leinster won’t be bullied again and have the game to beat La Rochelle
If Leinster maintain their quick ruck speed they will get the tries they need to win
Munster set to take the long road in search of silverware
Johann van Graan’s side will not return to Thomond Park this season
Leinster’s accuracy proves key as they see off Munster in demolition derby
Munster will now travel to play Ulster in URC quarter-finals with Leinster hosting Glasgow
Leo Cullen managing Leinster’s bigger picture to perfection
Senior team are beneficiaries of good work which goes on at club and schools level
European powerhouses pitted together as provinces bid for semi-final meeting
All-Ireland semi-final in the Aviva Stadium on the cards if Leinster and Munster prevail
Lancaster says Leinster frontliners ready to face challenge of Leicester
Coach has been preparing group for Champions Cup with Cullen in South Africa
Devin Toner’s Leinster farewell tour hits a high note at Thomond Park
Secondrow delighted that province’s stock of locks is brimming as he prepares to bow out
‘I have to give back to my family’ - Devin Toner to bow out after 16 years
He won’t be dropping down to club rugby with Lansdowne for a farewell lap or two
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