Tyler Bleyendaal and Niall Scannell likely to miss Racing 92 visit‘We were already missing Jaco Taute and Dan Goggin who played a lot for us last year’Tue Oct 17 2017 - 15:11
Gerry Thornley: La Rochelle a breath of fresh air in every senseUlster face a very stiff task away against the impressive Champions Cup debutantsTue Oct 17 2017 - 07:00
Munster errors prevent opening clean sweep for Irish sides in EuropeRassie Erasmus says timing of departure dependant on work permit issuesMon Oct 16 2017 - 07:00
Brave Leinster win battle of inches against Montpellier giantsLeo Cullen’s side claim bonus-point win in a treacherous poolMon Oct 16 2017 - 06:30
Robbie Henshaw hails the type of unity money can’t buyMontpellier win shows Leinster’s character as well as the formidable depth of their squadMon Oct 16 2017 - 06:00
Leo Cullen praises bravery and courage of young stars after Leinster win‘It wasn’t pretty at times, but we knew it was going to be a huge challenge’Sat Oct 14 2017 - 17:47
Leinster put bodies on the line and bonus point in the bagLeo Cullen’s side run in four tries in exceptional start to European campaignSat Oct 14 2017 - 15:45
Gerry Thornley: The incredible rise of Mohed Altrad and MontpellierBorn into a shepherds’ tribe in Syria the billionaire turned around once struggling clubSat Oct 14 2017 - 07:00
Gerry Thornley: Leinster loss of Sexton a potential game-changerFinancial and physical juggernaut of Montpellier should prove very different challengeSat Oct 14 2017 - 06:45
Piutau and Stockdale help Ulster take the sting out of WaspsDominant second half display sees province open Champions Cup campaign with a winFri Oct 13 2017 - 22:18
Leinster blow as Johnny Sexton ruled out of Montpellier gameRoss Byrne to start at outhalf; Isa Nacewa returns to captain side at RDSFri Oct 13 2017 - 14:05
Gerry Thornley: Celtic revival is exactly what Champions Cup needsResurgence of Munster and Leinster last year was a bonus and should continue this yearFri Oct 13 2017 - 06:30
Ulster need to hit the ground running in Champions CupBig performances needed from Henderson, Deysel and McCloskey as side hosts WaspsFri Oct 13 2017 - 01:00
Gerry Thornley’s Champions Cup pool-by-pool guideRemorseless Saracens remain the team to beat but Leinster look equipped for long haulThu Oct 12 2017 - 20:13
Gerry Thornley: Munster not in state of flux it appears from outsideProvince’s imminent choice of No 1 outhalf of key interest to Ireland coach Joe SchmidtTue Oct 10 2017 - 07:00
Johnny Sexton continuing to tick all of the boxesReturn of razor-sharp Earls a significant boost for more ambitious MunsterMon Oct 09 2017 - 06:05
Leinster brace for meeting financial monster MontpellierSean O’Brien and Isa Nacewa likely to be available for the Champions Cup openerMon Oct 09 2017 - 06:00
Johnny Sexton guides Leinster to another home success over MunsterLate try from Keith Earls earns important bonus point for visitors at Aviva StadiumSat Oct 07 2017 - 17:21
Phoney war over as Leinster and Munster get ready to rumbleFixture that rarely disappoints will captivate another bumper attendance at the AvivaSat Oct 07 2017 - 07:00
Late convert to rugby Adam Byrne now a Leinster true-blueLining up against Munster for the first time a dream come true for Kildare manSat Oct 07 2017 - 06:00
Connacht’s long wait for a win in Belfast continuesUlster win a scrappy affair to extend home run over western provinceFri Oct 06 2017 - 21:46
Spike in interest as Leinster and Munster prepare to lock hornsSome 44,000 tickets already sold for the big clash at the Aviva StadiumThu Oct 05 2017 - 06:00
Connacht bidding to end 57 years of pain in BelfastJohn Muldoon’s side looking to build on last week’s improved display away to ScarletsThu Oct 05 2017 - 06:00
Peter O’Mahony ready to stand tall as Taute ruled outDespite some missing men, Munster’s captain is ready to lead by example once againWed Oct 04 2017 - 06:15
Ulster still waiting and hoping on Coetzee and PayneAfter Zebre defeat, Les Kiss looking for major improvement against ConnachtWed Oct 04 2017 - 06:00
Gerry Thornley: It’s time to stand up to the English clubsAttempt to interfere with Six Nations or Lions’ tours schedules must be resistedTue Oct 03 2017 - 07:00
Champions Cup rugby to award Irish free-to-air rights by NovemberOne match in every Champions Cup round will be broadcast free-to-air next seasonTue Oct 03 2017 - 06:00
Pro14 derby days ideal preparation for Champions Cup foraysLeo Cullen says Leinster-Munster clash always a game to whet the appetite of players and fansTue Oct 03 2017 - 01:00
Out-of-action Isa Nacewa adds to Leinster’s injury crisisCaptain to miss Pro14 clash with Munster and European Champions Cup openerMon Oct 02 2017 - 01:00
Rugby World Cup 2023: the pros and cons of the three bidsAn examination of how Ireland’s bid fares against France’s and South Africa’sSat Sept 30 2017 - 07:00
Stakes high as Rugby World Cup race enters home straightWinner of three-way contest to stage 2023 tournament selected on November 15thSat Sept 30 2017 - 06:30
Munster hope to benefit from Lions’ roar in Cardiff Blues clashReturn of Conor Murray, Peter O’Mahony and CJ Stander could hardly be more timelySat Sept 30 2017 - 01:00
Lacklustre Leinster stumble past EdinburghHome side looked out of sorts as big names returned to the side for Pro14 meetingFri Sept 29 2017 - 21:59
Leinster prepare for lift-off as Lions return against EdinburghJohnny Sexton aims to help side get back on track as he chases points recordFri Sept 29 2017 - 06:00
Jamie Heaslip can still be registered to play Champions CupLeinster centre is not in the original squad but can replace a listed player if needs beFri Sept 29 2017 - 05:30
Johann van Graan is the new Munster Director of RugbyHotly-tipped Dave Wessels has taken up a position with Melbourne Rebels in Super RugbyFri Sept 29 2017 - 01:00
Leo Cullen explains what’s going on with Jamie Heaslip’s injuryJohnny Sexton among four of their five British & Irish Lions returning on FridayThu Sept 28 2017 - 14:18
Rugby World Cup 2023: Where will Ireland’s votes come from?There are less than two months to go before the results of the 39 votes are announcedTue Sept 26 2017 - 12:24
Gerry Thornley: Was Seán O’Brien right to speak out?Notion that Lions should have whitewashed All Blacks flies in the face of historyTue Sept 26 2017 - 07:00
Wait begins after Ireland makes Rugby World Cup presentationIreland delegation makes much of the ability to tap into Irish diaspora of 70mTue Sept 26 2017 - 06:30
Money talks in World Rugby and World Cup is the loudest voiceSouth Africa and France vow to provide bigger financial return from hosting World CupTue Sept 26 2017 - 06:00
Ireland’s presentation sets out Rugby World Cup dream‘This is as big as it gets for us. We’re so proud of our country that we will put our best foot forward in every regard’Mon Sept 25 2017 - 14:43
Varadkar leads Irish bid in three-way battle for Rugby World CupFrench president distances himself from process involving 30-minute presentationSun Sept 24 2017 - 21:51
Rob Kearney: ‘Injuries? They test your love of the game’Leinster full-back believes he still has plenty to offer, despite long list of recent setbacksSat Sept 23 2017 - 07:00
Les Kiss makes 10 changes to Ulster for Dragons clashNick Timoney, Iain Henderson and Darren Cave among players included in squadFri Sept 22 2017 - 06:30
Leinster can punish Cheetahs’ defensive frailtySouth African outfit scoring tries but also conceding too many in early outings to dateFri Sept 22 2017 - 06:30
Glasgow can extend unbeaten record at Munster’s expenseHead coach Dave Rennie’s in-form Warriors will enjoy backing of a sold-out ScotstounFri Sept 22 2017 - 06:30
Robbie Henshaw: Lions were unbelievably well preparedCentre reflects on debut tour ahead of return to action for Leinster next weekFri Sept 22 2017 - 06:00
Lions chief bites back after Seán O’Brien’s criticismMy views were honest and genuine, Irish flanker responds in clarifying statementThu Sept 21 2017 - 19:24
Seán O’Brien blames coaches for Lions not winning seriesIf coaches had a better attacking game plan Lions could have won series 3-0, says flankerThu Sept 21 2017 - 01:00
