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SDonal Lenihan on 'Unbreakable': We laughed at old times, secretly relieved we could all still do so
12/12/2024
Andrew Porter and Tadhg Furlong sign two-year contract extensions with Ireland and Leinster
“To get the chance to continue my playing career in Ireland with my home province is a dream come true," said Furlong.

Mon, 16 Dec, 2024

Leinster v ASM Clermont Auvergne - Champions Cup Pool 2
Donal Lenihan: If Leinster's squad runs deep, so do Munster's problems
With all the noise surrounding the occupancy of the No 10 shirt for the forthcoming Six Nations, Munster's Jack Crowley appears to be making the classic mistake of just trying too hard.

Mon, 16 Dec, 2024

RG Snyman and Ross Byrne 10/12/2024
Leo Cullen refuses to be drawn on nature of RG Snyman's Leinster contract
The IRFU has long been keen to keep pathways open to Ireland-eligible talent with blocks sometimes placed on certain prospective signings and contract extensions by the provinces for that very reason.

Sat, 14 Dec, 2024

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Former Irish rugby international found guilty of rape in France
Former Irish U20 prop Denis Coulson has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after being found guilty of raping a woman in Mérignac, on the outskirts of Bordeaux

Fri, 13 Dec, 2024

Bath Rugby v Stade Rochelais - Investec Champions Cup 2024/2025
Ronan O'Gara open to Ireland, England and France jobs, but not Wales
"There are Test jobs I’d bite people’s hands off for. That usually works itself out if you’re good enough at your club. You’ve got to have those ambitions, I think, because you want to be the best you can be.” 

Mon, 09 Dec, 2024

Imelda May performs 29/11/2024
S Paul Rouse: 150 years later, the story of Irish rugby's beginning
The game here has been marking a milestone anniversary.

Fri, 06 Dec, 2024

Antoine Dupont lifts the cup in celebration with his team 25/5/2024
Antoine Dupont’s Toulouse lead the pack in Champions Cup’s 30th edition
Competition must regain thrill of the past as it copes with declining TV deals, rising costs and tweaked formats

Tue, 03 Dec, 2024

Ireland v Australia - IRFU 150 Test Match
S Duncan Casey: As Wallabies found to their cost, Ireland aren't that predictable
Ireland didn’t light up the rugby world in this series but found innovative ways to exploit their opponents.

Tue, 03 Dec, 2024

Ireland v Australia - IRFU 150 Test Match
Andy Farrell: 'The future is bright for me because we have the right people on the bus'
"A few new caps, you want to find out a little bit about yourself, of how you’re going to punch on for the competition that is the Six Nations… I'd expect us to kick on.” 

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

Jamison Gibson-Park: 'It's awesome for Irish rugby, we'll still see these guys duelling it out for years to come'
Jamison Gibson-Park: 'It's awesome for Irish rugby, we'll still see these guys duelling it out for years to come'
"My conversations with the three fly-halves is that I wanted Sam to play unbelievably well, so that Jack responds and play unbelievably well, and so does ‘Frawls’. And everyone keeps growing together. It’s part of the squad.” 

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

Cian Healy walks through a guard of honour formed by his teammates after his 134th appearance for Ireland 30/11/2024
Donal Lenihan: Have we been rumbled, and can Six Nations rivals capitalise?
The big question: have teams worked out a way to frustrate Ireland’s predictable attacking shape and, if so, is their time to effect subtle change?

Sun, 01 Dec, 2024

Tadhg Beirne in a linout 30/11/2024
Easterby's to-do list: Hands full with the set-piece and skills
Simon Easterby inherits a squad that struggled to hit top gear in November despite three wins from four.

Sun, 01 Dec, 2024

Joe McCarthy is tackled by Jake Gordon 30/11/2024
A lot done but more to do before Joe McCarthy thinks of the Lions
Andy Farrell has challenge Irish players on returning to their provinces to keep getting better. 

Sun, 01 Dec, 2024

Ireland players celebrate as Gus McCarthy scores a try 30/11/2024
Ireland battle back to edge out Wallabies as Farrell signs off
Joe Schmidt saw his Australia side just lose out in Dublin.

Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

Ireland v New Zealand - 2023 Rugby World Cup Quarter-Final
S Donal Lenihan: Having Joe Schmidt pick holes in Ireland's game could be of long-term benefit
Australia's back line can be sublime from broken play with real quality counter attackers while the unexpected inclusion of Joseph Sua’ali’i offers us a first glimpse of the new Aussie wonder kid.

Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

Caelan Doris 29/11/2024
Caelan Doris : 'The legacy of Irish rugby and how the success of teams in the past inspired us to play'
Doris revealed that Ireland’s rugby past was a regular topic of conversation within the national team camp.

Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

Jack Crowley 26/11/2024
Baffling decision to put Jack Crowley in front of media had him between rock and a hard place
Players who are not going to start a game are generally not put on media duty. That's was not the case earlier this week for Munster's Jack Crowley. 

Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

Bundee Aki and Caelan Doris 29/11/2024
Caelan Doris: Joe Schmidt doesn't have inside track on 'evolved' Ireland
The Ireland captain also paid tribute to Leinster and Ireland team-mate Cian Healy who is set to break Brian O’Driscoll’s caps record. 

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

Ireland Captain's Run
Old Brumbies buddies thrilled to see Mack Hansen 'grow up' in Ireland
The Connacht and Ireland wing, born and bred in Oz but of Cork descent is an Irish fan favourite.

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

Ireland Rugby Squad Training and Media Conference
S Ronan O'Gara: Crowley can't sulk. He's now the hunter. This is a long, cold war
The plain truth is that there must be those in the Irish camp who already believe Sam Prendergast is a better option at ten for Ireland, irrespective of his relative inexperience

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

Andy Farrell says Sam Prendergast 'deserves' start against Australia
Andy Farrell says Sam Prendergast 'deserves' start against Australia
“This isn’t just throwing someone in and hoping to get the best out of it. I think he’s deserved it a little bit but also there’s obviously an eye on (the future)."

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

Australia Rugby Squad Training & Media Conference
Joe Schmidt has always been wary of the media machine
Throughout his extraordinarily successful reign with Leinster and Ireland, Schmidt endured a testing relationship with the press.

Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

Kevin Potts 28/11/2024
World Cup model 'not working' says IRFU Chief Kevin Potts
The tournament, including the cost of financing the team’s campaign and the loss of Autumn Nations Series revenues had a net negative impact to the IRFU of €12.1m.

Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

Ireland Rugby Media Conference
Ireland v Australia: 'He deserves it' - Andy Farrell on Sam Prendergast selection 
The 21-year-old got the nod to start against the Wallabies on Saturday.

Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

Ireland v Fiji - Autumn Nations Series
Sam Prendergast retains Ireland out-half berth for Wallabies Test 
Jack Crowley, who started the defeat to the All Blacks, and the win over Argentina, had been expected to come back in for the clash with Joe Schmidt's Wallabies, but is instead named on the bench. 

Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

Ireland v Fiji - Autumn Nations Series
Lions ambitions remain but Josh van der Flier focused on keeping it simple for now
“I talked to a few people about how I could improve, things I could get better at. Trying to find what works best for me."

Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

Joe Schmidt with James Ryan 22/2/2019
James Ryan: 'I've no doubt Joe Schmidt will have some tricks up his sleeve'
Five years after his Ireland departure, Joe Schmidt's legacy is still felt and appreciated by players and coaches. 

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

Australia Rugby Squad Training & Media Conference
Australia's Isaac Kailea preparing for battle against 'classy' Irish pack
"They’ve got a couple of different options around the maul, the line-out and then their scrum is very powerful. Probably up there with some of the best in the world."

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

Ireland v New Zealand - 2023 Rugby World Cup Quarter-Final
Paul O'Connell: Joe Schmidt 'influence' still apparent in Irish rugby
“That’s probably the biggest thing I learned from him, the language was very … repetitive is the wrong way, but you weren’t hearing the same thing different ways. It was very clear on what was expected of you as a team and also in your position."

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

Ireland v New Zealand - Autumn Nations Series
Ireland and All Blacks clash in Chicago next year looking more likely
The All Blacks have won the last two tests against Ireland.

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

Irish Examiner Rugby Podcast: Munster backroom deals, Joe's Wallabies in town
Irish Examiner Rugby Podcast: Munster backroom deals, Joe's Wallabies in town
Simon Lewis and Brendan O'Brien convene after a busy day to discuss staff developments at Thomond Park, Joe Schmidt's return to Dublin and the news from the Ireland camp.

 Listen | Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

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Jack Crowley 26/11/2024
S Donal Lenihan: Is Andy Farrell tempted to take another look at burgeoning talent  Prendergast?
The challenge for the Irish head coach is to minimise the pressure on his two key playmakers by reminding Jack Crowley he has nothing to prove to either him or his teammates.

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

Denis Leamy 2/11/2024
Boost for Munster as Denis Leamy agrees new two-year deal
The defence coach was due to be out of contract next summer.

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

Gus McCarthy is presented with his first cap by Declan Madden 23/11/2024
McCarthy on surprise Ireland bow: 'Any opportunity I get I have to try and take it' 
The 21-year old hooker has made an immdiate impact in Andy Farrell's set-up. 

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

Wales v Scotland - Autumn International - Principality Stadium
S Duncan Casey: Rugby facing real problems but Irish game showing how to get it right
The continued downward spiral of Welsh rugby should worry us all - and there are challenges elsewhere too.

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

Ireland v Fiji - Autumn Nations Series
Andy Farrell faces a selection headache ahead of 150th Anniversary game against Australia
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell faces selection headaches ahead of the 150th Anniversary game against Australia - a good position to be in ahead of the special game.

Mon, 25 Nov, 2024

Three selection headaches for Andy Farrell
Three selection headaches for Andy Farrell
Fly-half, centre and hooker positions have players all battling for a starting shirt and a good headache problem for head coach Andy Farrell when it comes to selection for the final game of the Autumn Series against Australia.

Mon, 25 Nov, 2024

Craig Casey scores a try despite Pani Matawalu 23/11/2024
After initial 'rude awakening' Craig Casey thrived against Fiji
Casey said Ireland's rookie out-half Sam Prendergast is "so calm for a 21-year old".

Mon, 25 Nov, 2024

Caelan Doris and Andy Farrell talking to the media after the match 23/11/2024
Farrell focused on Schmidt reunion, Lions sabbatical 'has not been a distraction'
The Ireland head coach will bow out, for now, with a game against the Wallabies this weekend. 

Mon, 25 Nov, 2024

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Erin King makes history becoming first Irish female player to win an individual World Rugby award
Aoife Wafer is named in the Women's 15s Dream Team of the Year after a stellar year.

Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

Cormac Izuchukwu is presented with his first cap by Declan Madden 23/11/2024
Cormac Izuchukwu thrilled to be first Offaly man to play Test rugby for Ireland
“It's been class and this week in particular was really special. I've been blown away by how much the lads really got around me and made it special.” 

Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

Irish Examiner Rugby Podcast: Ireland v Fiji
Irish Examiner Rugby Podcast: Ireland v Fiji
Simon Lewis and Brendan O’Brien look at the individual standouts from Ireland’s 52-17 win over Fiji on Saturday.

 Listen | Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

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Bundee Aki celebrates his try 23/11/2024
Player ratings: How Ireland performed in dominant victory over Fiji
Ireland defeated Fiji 52-17 at the Aviva Stadium in their third game of November. 

Sat, 23 Nov, 2024

Ciaran Frawley and Sam Prendergast 23/11/2024
Eight-try Ireland show adaptability in convincing victory over Fiji
A better disciplinary performance from Ireland would have been one of Andy Farrell's key objectives but an early yellow card for fly-half Prendergast, guilty of a cynical no-arms block on Fijian flanker Kitione Salawa, hinted at lessons not learned.

Sat, 23 Nov, 2024

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