Gordon D’Arcy: Munster parting ways with Graham Rowntree is a massive gamble
Timing is everything for departing coaches as well as outhalves arriving on the elite scene for the first time
Timing is everything for departing coaches as well as outhalves arriving on the elite scene for the first time
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Connacht will be satisfied by their start as they seek a top-eight finish
Leo Cullen pleased with Prendergast’s development as he helped created decisive try by Caelan Doris
Munster slump to 12th in the table following a third successive URC defeat for the first time in nine years
Leinster go into November break six points clear at the top of the URC table
Leo Cullen’s side now six points clear at top of URC table
Having decided against joining Connacht last summer, the 21-year-old has a chance on Saturday to strengthen his cases for leading roles with Leinster and Ireland
Roaring start from second-placed Lions key to challenging Leinster at the Aviva, says coach Ivan van Rooyen
The comfort of the Aviva Stadium and strong early-season selections have piqued the interest of supporters
URC team news: Munster make four changes for Sharks clash in Durban; Connacht and Ulster also announce sides
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The imposing South African lock has already shown this season he possesses the vision to unlock the creativity of younger team-mates
Former captain will extend stay to a dozen seasons and remain until the end of the 2026-27 season at least
South African plans to remain in club game beyond end of current Leinster contract
Decision on Ciarán Frawley’s availablity to be made later in the week
‘After a disappointing result like tonight ... I made sure to remind them that the Dragons are coming ... it’s a massive game’
The South African lock matched Connacht’s eight offloads by himself in Saturday night’s bonus-point win in Galway
Leinster outhalf limped out of Saturday’s win over Connacht; young hooker Gus McCarthy could come into frame
Happily settled both on and off the pitch, Joyce has no regrets about his move in 2022 from his hometown team Bristol to the province of his heritage
From feeling ‘a bit of impostor syndrome’ when he first played for Ireland, the Leinster number eight is the prime candidate to become captain of not just his country but also of the British & Irish Lions
Pete Wilkins doesn’t believe this is a must-win game for his side, but it is definitely a litmus test of their performance levels
Emerging Ireland captain fully fit and ready to challenge for a regular Leinster starting place and thereby advance his international ambitions
Backs coach says lack of ‘that killer instinct’ proved costly in Croke Park defeat
Munster were arguably the better team for large parts of the game but accuracy let them down at key scoring moments
Former Munster outhalf joined Leo Cullen’s setup after four seasons with the Hurricanes
Leinster’s versatile Ciarán Frawley stakes claim to number 10 jersey in blue and green while Munster counterpart Jack Crowley favourite to start against All Blacks
Leinster travel to Galway on Saturday to play Connacht in round five of the United Rugby Championship
Former Leinster rugby star is subject of international arrest warrant issued by French court after he was sentenced to five years in prison in absentia
Doris praises team’s fast start in game where his exceptional breakdown work and defensive efforts shone through
‘We did the occasion justice’: Coach Graham Rowntree backs Munster’s performance, as two ‘huge’ games loom in South Africa
Leo Cullen’s team won 26-12 in front of a record URC crowd at Croke Park
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