Paul O’Connell rules himself out of the Munster running in the ‘short-term’
Forwards coach played under Schmidt at a World Cup and still uses some of the ideas the Kiwi and former Ireland coach introduced
Paul O'Connell
What next for Munster? Mike Prendergast the most likely solution
Munster's current attack coach has already made a significant impact on the province
Obsessed. The Autobiography by Johnny Sexton: One of the best Irish sports books ever written
Paul Howard hails a frank and revealing book that achieves the rare feat of being worthy of the brilliant career that preceded it
Dermot Bannon’s Super Spaces review: Starchitect lights up the screen like sunlight through a megabucks extension
Television: New series exploring ‘spaces where we work, live, socialise’ occasionally lacks sensitivity in this housing crisis era
Paul O’Connell says Ireland’s focus is internal ahead of South Africa Test
Irish coach says they have no new injury concerns as all 35 players trained
Paul O’Connell on Ireland’s lineout: ‘We haven’t changed a massive amount. I’d say we’re doing what we do a little bit better’
O’Connell said that players and coaches saw Six Nations opener against France as an opportunity to expunge the World Cup disappointment
Hugo Keenan remains in contention for Ireland’s game against Wales
Garry Ringrose, Peter O’Mahony, Bundee Aki and Tadhg Beirne all take part in training session
Andy Farrell signs contract extension as Ireland coach as IRFU leave door open for Lions
David Nucifora confirms Farrell would be free to take a sabbatical from his role in 2024-25
Gerry Thornley: We will never again see the like of Johnny Sexton
No Ireland rugby player gave more or achieved more than the recently retired outhalf
Paradigm shift shows Ireland are in All Blacks’ heads like never before
Will there be four European semi-finalists left in the World Cup for the first time ever?
Scotland aware of Paul O’Connell’s influence and expecting a tough lineout battle
Scottish forwards coach John Dalziel says his team are exactly where they want to be
TV View: Exhausted Jerry Flannery put through the emotional wringer as Ireland beat the Springboks
RTÉ misstepped when jumping back to studio just as 40,000 Irish fans started to launch into the chorus of Zombie
Rugby World Cup: Ireland struggled against underdogs in 2007. They need to beat Romania soundly
Ireland v Romania: Ireland's performances in their warm-ups may not have been spectacular but the aim of their preparatory programme was to help them reach their best during the Rugby World Cup, for once: the moment of truth is nigh
Evan Ferguson’s injury demolishes any lingering optimism over European campaign
The Republic of Ireland’s players still believe, Paul O’Connell’s optimism and the murky world of the GAA rule-book
Paul O’Connell relishing watching brief as Ireland’s forwards put through their paces
Ireland forwards coach Paul O'Connell confirms he just loves the scrummaging sessions as current generation prepare for World Cup start
Dan Sheehan ruled out of Ireland’s opening Rugby World Cup match against Romania
Jack Conan will also miss first pool game in Bordeaux while David Kilcoyne also unlikely to feature
Paul O’Connell outlines how cutting edge tech is helping Ireland’s preparations
New 5G Mobile Private Network a significant step forward for players and coaches alike within Andy Farrell’s international set-up
Irish rugby team adopts ‘game changing’ new tech ahead of Rugby World Cup
Mobile private network allows squad benefit from real-time video analytics and deliver instant feedback from coaches to players
Paul O’Connell: ‘I really like the way we’ve managed this preseason’
Forwards coach’s experience with national side has underlined how things have changed since his playing days in the green shirt
International Rugby Experience, a world-class interactive cathedral to rugby, opens today in Limerick
First look: It’s difficult not to be impressed on a visit to this not-for-profit cultural institution that is hoped to bring a major boost in tourism revenue to Limerick and the midwest
From rugby pitch to boardroom: Johnny Sexton to follow well trodden path into business world
The line up of current and former Irish international rugby players forging a career in business continues to grow with captain Johnny Sexton already planning his next move
Does Vera Pauw need to show more ambition in her tactical approach?
Karen Duggan’s first column; Paul O’Connell on a new breed of Irish forwards; Cheltenham allows connections play the system
‘A lot of them pick holiday resorts based on what the gym is like’: Paul O’Connell on a new breed of Irish forwards
Ireland forwards coach believes secondrow’s carry ‘is getting better and better’
Scotland v Ireland: Paul O’Connell delighted with return of ‘hungry’ frontliners ahead of Murrayfield trip
Tadhg Furlong, Jamison Gibson-Park, Johnny Sexton and Robbie Henshaw all took part in open training session
Prince Harry’s Spare sells 10,000 copies in Ireland on its first day
Tell-all memoir on course to have the highest first week sales of any non-fiction title in Ireland over the last two decades
Tactical take: Ireland pack keen to ensure Australia’s lineout remains out of touch yet again
The Wallabies have a strong maul but Ireland’s superior power in the air can starve their supply lines
‘He bashed the door down. Jim didn't stand a chance’
Inquest into the death of Jimmy Loughlin reveals how many ‘red flags’ regarding the violent and threatening behaviour of his killer were ignored
The Munster that once were have lost that thunder clap of menace
The club’s history and ambition has always been to reach for the stars and not pick over glorious defeats
Lahinch swings back into profit after green-fee income surge
The golf club recorded an operating surplus of €990,554, a positive swing of €1.29m on 2020
If ever there was a moment for Munster to Stand Up And Fight it is now
Big lads in Limerick are now choosing hurling instead of Munster rugby
Six Nations: Ireland on cusp of winning first trophy on home soil in 18 years
Prospect of Triple Crown will keep players’ focus on Scotland and not on Paris outcome
Gerry Thornley: Sexton and Ireland still intent on expansive strategy
Despite some missed opportunities at Twickenham, captain insists Farrell’s men will try to perfect potent offloading game
Scars of 2010 linger as Sexton targets ‘special’ Triple Crown
Ireland captain focused on producing a good performance against ‘dangerous’ Scotland
‘Anyone that hasn’t got a dream has got nothing’
Cheltenham is no longer a stage for Tony McCoy but he's still immersed in the racing world
Paul O’Connell’s experience still vital ahead of Twickenham test
Forwards coach imparting wisdom from his own decent record at home of English rugby
Gordon D’Arcy: Superior bench strength proved a telling factor for France
Galthie’s decision to select six forwards in the replacements important in the end game
Owen Doyle: Ireland contributed massively to the championship’s best match so far
‘Return’ match in the Aviva next season will be eagerly awaited by supporters
France v Ireland: French X-factor to be crucial in game of the tournament
Difficult to look past French flair and power not to mention a raucous home Parisian crowd
Andrew Porter at the heart of modern Ireland’s forward effort
Mixing physicality with deft handling, Leinster prop is relishing a Parisian showdown
Andy Farrell admits Aviva full house ‘makes us tick’ ahead of Wales opener
Head coach named strong side for Six Nations opener against defending champions
Gordon D’Arcy: Ireland and Wales enter this weekend’s game with very different mindsets
Jamison Gibson-Park’s fitness is more of a priority than Johnny Sexton’s for the Six Nations
Kieran Treadwell keen to make the most of his ‘second chance’ with Ireland
Ulster forward included in Farrell’s Six Nations squad after making three caps in 2017
Gerry Thornley: Munster still have the belief they can change the narrative
Van Graan is leaving, their games are a hard watch, but they’re still in an enviable position
Paul O’Connell: I’m not qualified for Munster job
‘It’s like a guy if you were good at pulling pints being asked to run the bar’
Gordon D’Arcy: Irish rugby can’t change the past but we can do things differently
This is a new dawn and there’s a chance to genuinely revolutionise rugby in Ireland
Katie Taylor remains Ireland’s hero, even if the glimpses are fleeting
With no professional fights in Ireland and a base in the USA, boxer stays out of the spotlight
Johann van Graan activated release clause in two-year contract to leave Munster job
South African had signed a new two-year deal in July but will now head for Bath
Intoxication more likely led man to kill than brain injury, psychiatrist says
Witness says murder accused Alan Ward had violent episodes long before having stroke in 2017
Gordon D’Arcy: Analyse Ireland’s achievements without the World Cup lens
Too many unpredictable factors at play to use recent wins as a source of hope for 2023
Palpable harmony in Ireland squad reflected on the pitch
Testimony from O’Mahony and Earls suggests Ireland are indeed in a good place
Ireland need one more big performance to see off Argentina
Pumas will come to Dublin full of determination and intent on an upset
James Ryan rejuvenated and relishing his return to form
Ireland secondrow hails the impact of Paul O’Connell as he prepares to captain the side
Gerry Thornley: Beating-the-All-Blacks feeling can never be taken for granted
When they next meet in Auckland, Ireland will be the ones on a gruelling tour schedule
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