Ireland

O’Shea named in Irish 7s squad for Lodz

By John Keogh / September 5, 2018 / Comments Off on O’Shea named in Irish 7s squad for Lodz

Shannon RFC’s Greg O’Shea has been included in a 12-man squad that takes part in the final round of the Rugby Europe Sevens Grand Prix Series this weekend in Lodz,…

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O’Gara to be inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame

By John Keogh / August 10, 2018 / Comments Off on O’Gara to be inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame

Former Munster great Ronan O’Gara has been honoured for his glittering career by being inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame. O’Gara will be Ireland’s 12th inductee and follows…

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WATCH – New Munster signing Arno Botha talks about his move to the province

By John Keogh / July 18, 2018 / Comments Off on WATCH – New Munster signing Arno Botha talks about his move to the province

One of Munster’s off season signings Arno Botha has given his first interview since joining from London Irish on a one-year-deal. The twice capped South African back rower played the…

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Joe Schmidt makes one change for Grand Slam decider

By Marisa Kennedy / March 15, 2018 / Comments Off on Joe Schmidt makes one change for Grand Slam decider

Joe Schmidt has made just one change ahead of the Grand Slam showdown against England on St Patrick’s Day. Lock Iain Henderson is the only change with the Ulster second row…

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Ireland v Scotland (Six Nations)

By Marisa Kennedy / March 9, 2018 / Comments Off on Ireland v Scotland (Six Nations)
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Two changes as Joe Schmidt names his team to face the Scots

By Marisa Kennedy / March 8, 2018 / Comments Off on Two changes as Joe Schmidt names his team to face the Scots

Joe Schmidt has made two changes to his team for this weekend’s crucial Six Nations clash with Scotland. Leinster centre Garry Ringrose returns to fill in for the injured Chris…

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WATCH: Ciara Griffin happy with Ireland’s progression in Six Nations

By Marisa Kennedy / February 26, 2018 / Comments Off on WATCH: Ciara Griffin happy with Ireland’s progression in Six Nations

Ireland captain Ciara Griffin has said she is pleased with how her team have progressed as they recorded their second win in the Six Nations. Adam Griggs’ side scored five…

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Andy Farrell to continue Munster defence role for the time being

By Diarmaid Scannell / December 6, 2017 / Comments Off on Andy Farrell to continue Munster defence role for the time being

Farrell is assisting with Munster’s defence at the moment Andy Farrell is set to continue his role as Munster’s defence coach for the next couple of weeks until Jaques Nienaber’s…

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WATCH: Highlights of Ireland’s win over Argentina

By Diarmaid Scannell / November 27, 2017 / Comments Off on WATCH: Highlights of Ireland’s win over Argentina

The win meant Ireland finished their November International fixtures with a perfect 3-0 record   Ireland defeated Argentina 28-19 on Saturday evening to secure a perfect November International record, following…

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Ireland set to host All Black’s in next year’s Autumn Internationals

By Diarmaid Scannell / November 27, 2017 / Comments Off on Ireland set to host All Black’s in next year’s Autumn Internationals

The World Champions will be coming to Dublin next November   Ireland will face the All Blacks as well Argentina as their tier one opponents next year for the November…

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