The Irish Times

Rugby Stats: Haley and Botha post impressive numbers for Munster

Kelleher brothers and Deegan leading the way for Leinster in the Pro14

Thu Feb 27 2020 - 07:00

Wales embracing Wayne’s world and doing it the Pivac way

Kiwi coach has an attacking philosophy which could help re-route European rugby

Sat Feb 08 2020 - 06:00

Beating Wales was a tonic for the troops, but the big battles lie ahead

Solid performance in Cardiff has restored Ireland’s feel-good factor – almost

Mon Sept 02 2019 - 06:35

Ireland get green machine back on the road

Joe Schmidt’s side withstand late rally to defeat Wales in Cardiff warm-up

Sat Aug 31 2019 - 17:05

Scarlets keep Munster at bay thanks to defensive masterclass

Johann van Graan’s side dominate possession but can only manage losing bonus point

Sat Mar 02 2019 - 20:20

Munster can maintain momentum as Scannell set for landmark appearance

Pro14 preview: Scarlets v Munster, Parc y Scarlets (5.0, live on TG4, Premier Sports 2)

Fri Mar 01 2019 - 15:04

Wales survive Tonga rally to score seven tries unanswered

The teams were level 24-24 in the second half before the hosts opened up in 10-try romp

Sat Nov 17 2018 - 16:47

Leicester bounce back with bonus-point win over Scarlets

Geordan Murphy’s side run in five tries at Welford Road to put Ulster defeat behind them

Fri Oct 19 2018 - 22:03

McFadden the great survivor is back for rendezvous with Scarlets

Leinster back hoping to leave injury woes behind and focus on Pro14 tasks ahead

Thu Sept 06 2018 - 06:00

Leinster secure historic double to cap greatest ever season

Late tries flatter Scarlets as they are well beaten in Pro14 final at the Aviva Stadium

Sat May 26 2018 - 20:52

Leinster have game to seal record fifth title and historic double

European champions out to finish season on a high against reigning Pro14 champions

Sat May 26 2018 - 06:00

Irrepressible Leinster storm into Champions Cup final

Leinster make hay in Dublin sunshine as Scarlets blown away

Sat Apr 21 2018 - 17:51

Scarlets overcome nervy start to end La Rochelle’s European dream

Welsh side will be away to the winners of the Leinster v Saracens quarter-final

Fri Mar 30 2018 - 19:48

Scarlets will pose a major test for depleted Munster

Absence of a string of big names puts additional pressure on Van Graan’s charges

Sat Mar 24 2018 - 06:00

Rugby Stats: Irish numbers stack up individually and collectively

Schmidt’s players top a host of categories at the end of a phenomenal 12 months

Thu Mar 22 2018 - 08:46

George North seals bonus-point win for Wales against Italy

Azzurri on course for the Wooden Spoon while Wales could finish in second place

Sun Mar 11 2018 - 17:45

Matt Williams: Pack can ensure Irish victory but don’t underestimate Scotland

If Ireland repeat their impressive possession stats it will set the platform for a home win

Sat Mar 10 2018 - 07:00

Matt Williams: Ireland relying on attack as best form of defence

Everyone in the Six Nations is playing running rugby but Ireland need to get their defence right

Sat Mar 03 2018 - 06:00

Anscombe’s Hail Mary keeps Ireland’s Grand Slam dream alive

Joe Schmidt’s side came a rare moment of Welsh profligacy away from a galling defeat

Mon Feb 26 2018 - 09:30

Ireland young guns grasp chance to seize moment on big stage

Johnny Sexton shows mental strength with outstanding all-round game to secure bonus-point victory over Wales

Mon Feb 26 2018 - 05:00

Gerry Thornley: Ireland have work to do before Scottish showdown

Joe Schmidt frets over defensive frailty against Wales that may be exposed by Scots

Mon Feb 26 2018 - 05:00

Ireland 37 Wales 27: the kids are alright, and the old timers too

There’s so much to admire in Ireland’s win, despite white line fever and narrow defence

Sun Feb 25 2018 - 12:34

Ireland fight fire with fire against Wales to win thriller

Grand Slam dream remains on course - but only just after epic battle in Dublin

Sat Feb 24 2018 - 16:39

Ireland face toughest Six Nations test yet against Wales

Joe Schmidt’s men will have to stay focused to overcome a confident Welsh team

Sat Feb 24 2018 - 01:00

Dan Biggar’s recall illustrates Wales planning for physical game

Warren Gatland admits Johnny Sexton and Conor Murray will be put under pressure

Tue Feb 20 2018 - 19:27

Warren Gatland says Wales must target Murray and Sexton

Gatland also points out stopping running power of CJ Stander as key to success

Tue Feb 20 2018 - 16:44

Gerry Thornley: Dublin visit holds no fears for Wales

Back to full strength, Gatland’s underdogs will be confident they have Ireland’s measure

Tue Feb 20 2018 - 07:00

Luke McGrath likely to miss Wales encounter with knee injury

George North, Liam Williams and Leigh Halfpenny look set to be fit for visitors

Mon Feb 19 2018 - 06:00

Precedent everything when it comes to contentious TMO decisions

Unshackled Wales look set to pose Ireland problems when the Six Nations resumes

Thu Feb 15 2018 - 12:08

Warren Gatland names unchanged Wales team to face England

Only switch is among replacements, where fit-again wing George North returns

Tue Feb 06 2018 - 13:22

Wales put Scotland in the Halfpenny place

Warren Gatland’s side open Six Nations campaign with comfortable win

Sat Feb 03 2018 - 18:14

George North left out of Wales squad for Six Nations opener

Rhys Patchell will take up outhalf role in place of injured Dan Biggar for Scotland clash

Tue Jan 30 2018 - 12:39

Paul Asquith’s late try saves Scarlets’ blushes against Benetton

Anthony Belleau’s late try helps Toulon to victory over Bath

Sat Dec 09 2017 - 16:37

All Blacks snuff out Welsh resistance in Cardiff

Wales’ long wait for a victory over New Zealand continues

Sat Nov 25 2017 - 19:34