Ireland face the unknown in Six Nations opener with FranceBrunel's wunderkind Matthieu Jalibert could cause an upset against Schmidt’s sideSat Feb 03 2018 - 06:00
The Joe Schmidt interview: ‘Hopefully I haven’t outstayed my welcome’Irish coach speaks exclusively to Gerry Thornley on the joy and loneliness of his jobSat Feb 03 2018 - 04:48
Rory Best refuses to comment on attendance at rape trialIreland captain was speaking in Paris ahead of Saturday’s Six Nations meeting with FranceFri Feb 02 2018 - 12:29
Joe Schmidt rewards James Ryan with the ‘big day’ he deservesIreland coach says now is the time to give the 21-year-old Leinster lock a ‘challenge’Fri Feb 02 2018 - 01:00
Matthieu Jalibert’s rapid rise to bring debut against IrelandNineteen-year-old Bordeaux Begles outhalf only started first Top 14 game in NovemberThu Feb 01 2018 - 06:00
James Ryan and Josh van der Flier set to start against FranceNo room for Jordan Larmour with Seán Cronin and Fergus McFadden on benchWed Jan 31 2018 - 21:00
Gerry Thornley: History suggests Ireland's odds are far from generousBack-to-back champions England entitled to be favourites to retain the trophyTue Jan 30 2018 - 06:50
Conor O’Shea undaunted by the scale of the Italian jobHead coach remains positive despite Italy’s current low place in the pecking orderMon Jan 29 2018 - 06:00
Can Jacques Brunel fix France’s ‘mess’ before Ireland clash?Les Bleus enter contest on back of seven winless matches but are boosted by new coachSat Jan 27 2018 - 08:30
Eddie Jones seeks to put the pressure onto IrelandEngland coach plays down his side’s chances as they bid for third Championship in a rowThu Jan 25 2018 - 06:37
Joe Schmidt admits trip to Paris first up will be complicatedJacques Brunel's revamped France will offer real test in Ireland's Six Nations openerThu Jan 25 2018 - 06:35
Joe Schmidt: Jordan Larmour picked ahead of Simon Zebo on formIreland coach says selecting Scarlets secondrow Tadhg Beirne is ‘complicated’Wed Jan 24 2018 - 13:38
Gerry Thornley: Let’s hear it for the Pro14 revivalChampions Cup pool results show Celtic teams can match Anglo-French big gunsTue Jan 23 2018 - 07:00
Simon Zebo and Keith Earls revel in more expansive MunsterForm of flying backs illustrates Munster’s major improvement from last yearTue Jan 23 2018 - 06:53
Dave Kilcoyne the only missing man as Ireland head for SpainJames Cronin replaces injured team-mate with Joe Schmidt’s squad set to enjoy warm weather trainingMon Jan 22 2018 - 17:11
Gerry Thornley: Now going gets tougher for Leinster and MunsterLeo Cullen’s men host champions Saracens while Toulon travel to Thomond ParkMon Jan 22 2018 - 06:00
Jean Kleyn happily looking forward to ‘Saffers’ reunionMunster lock relishing the prospect of taking on Toulon in the quarter final at ThomondMon Jan 22 2018 - 01:04
Six-try Munster well worth the wait as they storm throughCastres blown away after delayed kick-off as province set-up Toulon quarter-final clashSun Jan 21 2018 - 18:32
Jean Kleyn at home in the bosom of the Munster ‘family’‘I know my skill set has probably doubled since I’ve come over here’ says South AfricanSat Jan 20 2018 - 06:00
Win-or-bust scenario usually brings the best out of MunsterIn-form Castres not the rank outsiders the bookies’ odds would suggestSat Jan 20 2018 - 06:00
Intriguing finale as 14 teams vie for Champions Cup last-eightMunster and Ulster seeking to join tournament favourites Leinster in quarter-finalsSat Jan 20 2018 - 06:00
Kicking king Conor Murray happy to take on new rolesFresh attacking plays and a kicking role are being embraced by Munster scrumhalfFri Jan 19 2018 - 07:00
Gerry Thornley: Grobler sanction was insufficient. That’s the issueA four- or five-year ban would both be more fitting and act as more of a deterrentThu Jan 18 2018 - 06:00
IRFU knew of Grobler’s doping past when approving Munster dealUnion chief says having a policy on signing such players should be consideredThu Jan 18 2018 - 06:00
IRFU knew of Grobler’s doping past before he signed for MunsterIRFU insist player deserves a second chance but will review policy of signing dopersWed Jan 17 2018 - 13:03
Johann van Graan and Munster to stand by convicted doper Gerbrandt Grobler‘As far as we’re concerned he’s done his time and that’s the end of it’Wed Jan 17 2018 - 06:00
Peter O’Mahony a concern for MunsterMunster captain a doubt for final pool game against CastresTue Jan 16 2018 - 14:34
Gerry Thornley: Larmour in line for inclusion in Six Nations squadCarbery, Keatley, Van der Flier and Murphy all likely to be included too by by SchmidtTue Jan 16 2018 - 07:00
Johann van Graan’s imprint beginning to show at MunsterCoach’s focus on improving province’s attacking and passing game is starting to pay offTue Jan 16 2018 - 06:00
Tommy Bowe to bow out after stellar career of winging itUlster star won 69 Ireland caps and played five Tests for the LionsMon Jan 15 2018 - 20:59
Defeated Munster full of praise for old boy Donnacha RyanRyan did more to deny his former club than any of his new Racing teammatesMon Jan 15 2018 - 06:00
Munster will have regrets despite earning bonus pointLeinster seal place in last eight of Champions Cup and ensure a home quarter-finalMon Jan 15 2018 - 06:00
Munster keep their noses in front despite Racing’s slim victoryLosing bonus point keeps Johann van Graan’s side on top of Pool 4 ahead of final roundSun Jan 14 2018 - 17:49
No inner conflict for Simon Zebo as he prepares to face RacingPopular figure determined to end his period with Munster by claiming silverwareSat Jan 13 2018 - 07:00
Munster must cross the great financial divideFacing in-form Racing 92 in their spanking new €360m ground a major assignmentSat Jan 13 2018 - 06:00
A potentially defining weekend for Irish sides in EuropeVictory could secure both Leinster and Munster a place in the Champions Cup quarter-finalsSat Jan 13 2018 - 06:00
Ian Keatley high on confidence as his Munster revival continuesOuthalf is keeping everything in perspective and enjoying his rugby and life to the fullFri Jan 12 2018 - 07:00
Peter O’Mahony wary of friend turned foe Donnacha RyanMunster captain has the height of respect for fomer team-mate, now Racing 92 secondrowThu Jan 11 2018 - 01:00
Munster confirm trio of new contractsLiam O’Connor, Fineen Wycherley and Calvin Nash have also signed their first pro dealsWed Jan 10 2018 - 19:40
Munster are braced for the ultimate Racing testThis in-form French club are set to make it a daunting visit to the spanking new U ArenaWed Jan 10 2018 - 06:05
Gerry Thornley: Gifted Larmour already banging on Ireland doorBenefits of at least exposing him to Schmidt’s Six Nations training squad appear plentifulTue Jan 09 2018 - 07:00
Champions Cup: It’s make or break time in EuropeGerry Thornley gives the lowdown from all the pools ahead of the penultimate weekendTue Jan 09 2018 - 07:00
Irish Rugby Review 2017: More downs than ups but good times aheadNo international or provincial silverware and a failed RWC bid but much hope for 2018Tue Jan 02 2018 - 08:00
Lions Review 2017: Tourists roar again to safeguard future toursGatland’s squad rose to the challenge by drawing series against vaunted All BlacksTue Jan 02 2018 - 06:30
Coaches united in praise of Jordan Larmour’s memorable tryCullen says Leinster now switching their focus to Connacht test on New Year’s DayWed Dec 27 2017 - 07:00
Larmour’s stunning try stems Munster comeback as Leinster triumphLeo Cullen’s much-changed side prove too strong for opponents at Thomond ParkTue Dec 26 2017 - 17:59
Moments of the year: In the Wellington rain, the Lions struck backThe loss of the 2023 Rugby World Cup bid was undoubtedly the lowlight of the yearMon Dec 25 2017 - 13:00
Carty and Connacht enter crunch period in a good placeConnacht need win over Ulster to stay in play-offs – and send fans home in festive moodSat Dec 23 2017 - 06:00
Ian Keatley shows maturity as he kicks on to higher levelMunster outhalf’s performance against Leicester was almost vintage Ronan O’GaraTue Dec 19 2017 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: Cooney shows merit of move between provincesFormer Leinster and Connacht scrumhalf has thrived given opportunity at UlsterTue Dec 19 2017 - 06:00
