Gerry Thornley’s Six Nations Team of the Tournament: Three Irish players make the cutIreland backs conspicuous by their absence Mon Mar 17 2025 - 13:57
How Ireland came dangerously close to a rare defeat to Italy As Leonardo Marin raced up the touchline, thoughts of just a second Six Nations win for Italy in 26 meetings against Ireland flashed before our eyesMon Mar 17 2025 - 06:00
Sense of anticlimax as Ireland’s campaign peters out Error-strewn display in Rome raises concerns that this Irish team is not what it wasMon Mar 17 2025 - 06:00
Simon Easterby frustrated by Ireland’s missed tackles and coughing up of possessionInterim head coach pays credit to Italy for making things difficult at the Stadio Olimpico Sat Mar 15 2025 - 19:04
Dan Sheehan’s hat-trick earns Ireland a scrappy win as Italy’s discipline lets them down Italy vs Ireland: Irish errors denied them any chance of establishing any kind of attacking rhythmSat Mar 15 2025 - 17:11
Italy v Ireland preview: Six team changes; what to expect from The Azzurri; and slim title hopes remain Six changes to starting XV from losing side against France, with recalls for Mack Hansen, Garry Ringrose, James Lowe, Jack Crowley, James Ryan and Jack ConanSat Mar 15 2025 - 06:00
Italy match gives Ireland ‘massive opportunity’ to turn bad day into start of better timesThis is a key moment in preparation for next Rugby World Cup, says former Ireland scrumhalf Eoin Reddan Fri Mar 14 2025 - 15:25
Gerry Thornley: French accusations against Ireland not in keeping with the spirit of the Six NationsAntoine Dupont’s injury in Dublin prompted a nasty reaction from the French campFri Mar 14 2025 - 14:47
Jack Crowley’s patience rewarded as Ireland go in search of Rome revival against Italy The return of Mack Hansen, James Lowe and Garry Ringrose gives Ireland more variety in attackThu Mar 13 2025 - 15:46
Simon Easterby defends Beirne and Porter as French criticism prompts abuse‘These things happen. No player goes out to intentionally injure another player’Thu Mar 13 2025 - 14:17
Ireland team: Jack Crowley set to start against Italy as one of several changes to starting XVIreland team news: Simon Easterby to make several changes to starting XV for Italy matchWed Mar 12 2025 - 18:53
One comprehensive defeat seemed to flip the narrative about Ireland from wild optimism to doom and gloomThis French side will go down in history as the best team not to win a Grand Slam, certainly in the Six Nations eraTue Mar 11 2025 - 06:00
Jamison Gibson-Park feels privileged to have played with departing Ireland trioScrumhalf describes Conor Murray as ‘one of the best in the world’Tue Mar 11 2025 - 06:00
Tadhg Furlong, Mack Hansen and Garry Ringrose set for Ireland return against ItalyLeinster prop Furlong is yet to feature in this year's Six NationsMon Mar 10 2025 - 16:31
Ireland left with broken dreams and bad taste after France defeatOnly a freakish turn of events could stop France from claiming the Six Nations title Mon Mar 10 2025 - 06:00
French power game blows Ireland off the park as Grand Slam hopes obliteratedA stunning 24-point salvo in 12 minutes by France turned the game on its headSun Mar 09 2025 - 18:14
Ireland boss Simon Easterby pinpoints chances not taken and ones given up too easyInterim head coach questions referee’s decision not to penalise France in lead-up to Paul Boudehent’s try Sat Mar 08 2025 - 18:59
Ireland at their collective best can overcome French force and flairWith so much on the line, proceedings at the Aviva are sure to be far from dullSat Mar 08 2025 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: Rugby must put an end to forward-laden benchesFor this weekend’s Six Nations fixtures, there will be 35 replacement forwards to just 13 backsFri Mar 07 2025 - 17:42
Ireland v France will see mouthwatering clash between two of the best players in the worldWhoever wins this Six Nations title decider, the odds are that one of the world’s two best players will play a key roleFri Mar 07 2025 - 09:00
Jamie Osborne offers flexibility for Ireland in effort to hold off French firepowerSimon Easterby picks 23-year-old to partner James Lowe on the wingThu Mar 06 2025 - 16:02
Ireland v France: Doris, Bealham, Aki and Keenan set to make starting line-upJamie Osborne could move to the right wing if Mack Hansen is ruled outWed Mar 05 2025 - 17:49
Caelan Doris v Gregory Alldritt head-to-head: Two outstanding number eights set to battle it out The pair are well acquainted with each other from previous meetings in both green and blue jerseys Tue Mar 04 2025 - 06:00
Why the hell is Ireland v France on at 2.15pm on a Saturday? This is a rugby rivalry for the ages Saturday’s Six Nations showdown deserves much better billing than it’s been givenTue Mar 04 2025 - 06:00
Caelan Doris and Jack Conan winning fitness battles for Ireland’s clash with FranceDecision on fitness of Rónan Kelleher and Tadhg Furlong will be made later in the weekMon Mar 03 2025 - 15:42
AIL wrap: Clontarf produce another great escape Division 1A leaders pip Terenure with the final kick of the gameSun Mar 02 2025 - 16:33
End to Cian Healy’s glittering career may be nigh but time still for another triumphLeinster prop hungry to add sixth Six Nations winners’ medal to his haul before retirementSat Mar 01 2025 - 06:00
Attention! France look to be in the mood to do damage to Ireland France losing to England was bad news for Ireland, who will face Fabien Galthié‘s extremely talented - and freshly focused - team as both pursue Six Nations glory Sat Mar 01 2025 - 06:00
AIL preview: Clontarf in the driver’s seat as they make trip to Terenure Clontarf sit top of Division 1A ahead of game at Lakelands ParkFri Feb 28 2025 - 20:06
Gerry Thornley: Garry Ringrose’s punishment highlights a problem in the disciplinary process France are entitled to complain about inconsistencies, but Romain Ntamack got off lightly Fri Feb 28 2025 - 16:01
‘I have lived the dream’: Conor Murray reflects on Ireland career after announcing retirementThe Munster man who was once rated as the best scrumhalf in the world will step away from international rugby after the Six NationsFri Feb 28 2025 - 06:00
Paul O’Connell pays tribute to departing Ireland trio of former team-matesIreland forwards coach says the trio’s attitudes have been exemplary and a great help to younger players Fri Feb 28 2025 - 00:00
Australian A head coach Rod Seib to join Connacht set-up next seasonRod Seib, an attack specialist, will move from the Brumbies to join Pete Wilkins’s coaching staff Thu Feb 27 2025 - 12:49
Peter O’Mahony, Cian Healy and Conor Murray to retire from Ireland duty after Six NationsO’Mahony and Healy will retire from the game entirely at the end of the season with Murray set to continue his career abroadThu Feb 27 2025 - 11:21
Terenure and Clontarf meet again in rivalry that is becoming classicSaturday’s match at Lakelands Park will also serve as a fundraiser for Childline by ISPCC and the Children’s Health FoundationThu Feb 27 2025 - 06:00
Clayton McMillan appointed new head coach of Munster on three-year contractNew Zealander signs three-year contract and will take up role in July on completion of 2025 Super Rugby seasonWed Feb 26 2025 - 21:10
Ireland have switched focus to the art of kicking and it’s paying dividendsKicking prowess of Sam Prendergast, Jamison Gibson-Park and James Lowe adds another string to Ireland’s bowTue Feb 25 2025 - 06:00
Jack Boyle ‘hungry for more’ after impressive debut in Ireland’s win over WalesYoungster replaced his idol Cian Healy in matchday squad and made big impact when he came off bench at Principality StadiumTue Feb 25 2025 - 06:00
Ireland keep cool in Wales to stay on course for shot at historic Grand SlamPoints difference means that to win the Six Nations, Ireland will probably need to beat France and ItalyMon Feb 24 2025 - 06:00
Simon Easterby hails Ireland’s composure and patience in fightback win over Wales‘I was pleased that we responded to being in a bit of a hole and we dug ourselves out’Sat Feb 22 2025 - 18:42
Ireland weather fierce Welsh storm as calm approach reaps rewardIreland secure a 14th Triple Crown but not before a big scare against Wales in CardiffSat Feb 22 2025 - 17:01
Wales v Ireland preview: Don’t be fooled, this Six Nations clash is a lot more interesting than it previously lookedLess than impressive Six Nations record in Cardiff over last decade should remove any hint of complacency in Simon Easterby’s squadFri Feb 21 2025 - 20:08
Gerry Thornley: Wales match to be a special day for the Prendergast familyAs Sam makes great start to the Six Nations, Cian has been included in Ireland’s matchday squadFri Feb 21 2025 - 14:50
Six Nations: Ireland’s foreign legion brings precious X-factor As well as importing talent, Irish rugby has added value to players such as James Lowe, Bundee Aki, Jamison Gibson-Park and Mack HansenFri Feb 21 2025 - 13:00
Ireland boss Simon Easterby makes some bold and exciting selections for Wales clashSix Nations: Interim head coach says giving experience to younger players in big matches is key to developmentThu Feb 20 2025 - 14:33
Simon Easterby focused on present but does not rule himself out of Wales jobWRU appointed Cardiff’s Matt Sherratt as interim head coach after Warren Gatland stepped downThu Feb 20 2025 - 11:40
Dan Sheehan set to captain Ireland for Six Nations clash against WalesHooker will lead a side that could have half a dozen changes from the one that beat ScotlandWed Feb 19 2025 - 17:47
Ross Byrne will leave Leinster after agreeing three-year Gloucester deal 29-year-old will bring an end to a 10-year career at Leinster as he looks for more playing opportunitiesWed Feb 19 2025 - 15:27
Gerry Thornley: In case Wales needed more anger towards Ireland, an Off The Ball radio exchange provided itA ‘bounce’ is a real thing, and Wales' interim manager can remove much of the negativity that can hang over a losing sideTue Feb 18 2025 - 06:00
AIL round-up: Clontarf beat Cork Con to make it tight at the top Old Belvedere and Instonians took big strides toward the 1B and 2A titles respectively with home wins over Old Wesley and CorinthiansSun Feb 16 2025 - 15:03
