Defence coach Hugh Hogan’s exit stuns Ireland women’s team
Ireland defence coach Hugh Hogan before the Women’s Six Nations clash against France at Kingspan Stadium in Belfast.…
Rúaidhrí O’Connor: Andy Farrell facing difficult conversations with Ireland stars as Lions selection day looms
Jack Conan of Ireland, centre, and team-mates after the Six Nations Rugby Championship win over Italy at the…
Gregor Townsend: We will have to be at our best to ‘break the cycle’ of Ireland defeats
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend is targeting a win over Ireland on Sunday Scotland coach Gregor Townsend has…
Jordie Barrett heaps high praise on young Leinster duo: ‘Leinster and Ireland are in great hands for a number of years’
The versatile All Black has been impressed with the pair of young Leinster backs who have become his…
Who will get Ireland’s call??Our writers pick their Six Nations squads
Our experts pick the panels they would like to see Simon Easterby choose when he reveals his hand…
Ireland rugby’s best 24 for 2024 – Irreplaceable Andrew Porter is still top of the props
Rúaidhrí O’Connor ranks the outstanding performers after what proved to be another highly successful year for Irish rugby…
The game-plan: Ireland need to keep calm if they are to wrest control against dangerous Fiji outfit
Conditions could make life difficult for both sides, and Andy Farrell will want to see serious Irish improvements…
Andy Farrell determined to leave Ireland in a strong position ahead of his Lions sabbatical
However, he does not believe the sabbatical has played a part in the team’s performances this month, with…
Rúaidhrí O’Connor: To beat Argentina, Ireland must command the air and control the ground
Caelan Doris wins possession at a lineout during the Autumn Nations Series match between Ireland and New Zealand.…
Monday Jury: The looming questions for Andy Farrell and Ireland after sluggish start to November series
1. Do you believe Ireland’s disappointing display against New Zealand was down to the All Blacks’ performance, Ireland…
Ruaidhri O’Connor: Andy Farrell’s loyalty to Ireland’s old guard looks misplaced
While Ireland have been strong at under 20 level, graduation to the senior Test side has been too…