The Irish Times

Munster make eight changes as Benetton come calling

Benetton may get a shot in the arm from Italy’s dramatic first Six Nations win since 2015

Thu Mar 24 2022 - 21:20

Johann van Graan makes seven changes for rescheduled trip to South Africa

The fit-again Springbok centre Damian de Allende is named in the replacements

Fri Mar 11 2022 - 16:02

Munster aim to extend their winning run to nine in Dragons clash

Province have not lost at Thomond since defeat to Connacht in Rainbow Cup last May

Sat Mar 05 2022 - 06:00

Johann van Graan set to call on the Munster cavalry for Castres clash

Atmosphere buoyant in camp after last weekend’s heroics against Wasps

Thu Dec 16 2021 - 06:00

Munster make 11 changes as youngsters get their chance against Scarlets

Jack O’Donoghue switches from openside to blindside and captains the young side

Fri Oct 08 2021 - 12:55

Rainbow Cup gives Munster a new gold dream to chase after

Squad ‘seriously’ focused on winning trophy despite injuries and defeat to Connacht

Wed May 26 2021 - 06:00

Graham Rowntree allays fears over Conor Murray’s leg injury

Scrumhalf will miss home game against Cardiff with ‘low-grade’ injury

Tue May 25 2021 - 15:37

Stephen Larkham stresses the positive as Munster rebuild for Toulouse test

Senior coach says side will work on fundamentals ahead of European clash at Thomond Park

Wed Mar 31 2021 - 06:00

Peter O’Mahony remains Munster’s key injury concern ahead of Toulouse clash

Stephen Larkham gives his reaction to Pro 14 final defeat to Leinster

Tue Mar 30 2021 - 15:56

Munster seek quick return to winning ways

Van Graan makes 13 changes from Leinster defeat for the trip to Treviso

Sat Jan 30 2021 - 01:00

The Offload: Rejoice in the leadership of David Nucifora

All Irish rugby needs next year is a messianic figure to lead them to unknown places

Mon Dec 21 2020 - 09:00

JJ Hanrahan still leading the way for Munster outhalves

Stephen Larkham hails number 10’s ability to handle pressure after win in France

Mon Dec 21 2020 - 01:00

Munster can make the most of home comforts against Harlequins

Two-time European champions set to start with a win despite lack of Thomond roar

Sat Dec 12 2020 - 06:00

Five academy players in Munster squad to take on Zebre

Michael Bradley has seen his options decimated for Monday’s trip to Thomond Park

Mon Nov 30 2020 - 06:00

Rugby Stats: Celtic Cup and the AIL providing vital outlet for upcoming talent

Academy system by its very nature imperfect and can only accommodate so many

Thu Dec 05 2019 - 07:00

Ireland have much to be proud of from U-20 Rugby World Championship

Slow start against New Zealand let Ireland down, but plenty of positives from campaign

Mon Jun 24 2019 - 06:00

Ireland show their battling qualities after early New Zealand blitz

Noel McNamara’s side mount comeback from 26-0 down before running out of steam

Sat Jun 22 2019 - 19:44

Ireland Under-20s side reshuffled for clash with Baby Blacks

McNamara makes seven changes for final assignment at U-20 World Championship

Sat Jun 22 2019 - 06:00

Injuries make Ireland U20s’ Italian job even harder

Team need bonus-point victory to have chance of making last four at World Championship

Wed Jun 12 2019 - 01:00

Ireland aiming to take a giant step towards World U20 semi-final

Coach McNamara makes two enforced changes for the clash with Australia

Sat Jun 08 2019 - 06:02

Ireland Under-20s forced into changes for Australia

Sean French and Iwan Hughes both ruled out of the remainder of the tournament

Fri Jun 07 2019 - 13:55

Dylan Tierney-Martin to lead from the front as Ireland take on the world

Six Nations champions’ hooker looking forward to World Junior Rugby Championships

Fri May 31 2019 - 01:30

Four of Ireland’s Grand Slam heroes to miss World Championships

Harry Byrne, Scott Penny, David Hawkshaw and Conor Phillips out of U-20 World Championships

Wed May 15 2019 - 14:45

Ireland’s sonic youth: The inside story of the U-20s Grand Slam

Ireland’s Under-20s secured just a second Six Nations Grand Slam in history. This is their story

Wed Mar 27 2019 - 15:06

The Offload: Consistency in interpretation needed to protect players

It’s important to recognise the role of clubs in Ireland’s Under-20 Grand Slam triumph

Mon Mar 25 2019 - 09:39

Meet the Irish team chasing Grand Slam glory in Wales

John O’Sullivan profiles the Irish U-20s side who will win the Grand Slam if they beat Wales on Friday night

Thu Mar 14 2019 - 17:48

Ireland Under-20s refuse to buckle beneath French onslaught

Dogged side show their character to wear down visitors and earn a shot at history

Fri Mar 08 2019 - 22:35

Ireland Under-20s win France thriller to secure Six Nations title

Noel McNamara’s side one win away from the Grand Slam after fine performance in Cork

Fri Mar 08 2019 - 21:37

Eoin Carey decides nine-try thriller in favour of St Mary’s

Cistercian Roscrea had fought back to level matters in Donnybrook classic

Tue Feb 20 2018 - 18:18