The Irish Times

Ulster face a closely fought contest against in-form Stormers

Dan McFarland makes six changes from side that beat Leinster for Cape Town clash

Sat Mar 26 2022 - 05:00

Ulster enjoy bonus-point win as Robert Baloucoune grabs double against Connacht

Connacht’s hopes hit by two yellow cards as poor run continues for Andy Friend’s side

Fri Feb 04 2022 - 22:44

Munster and Ulster announce yet more contract extensions

John Hodnett rewarded for recent good form while Jack McGrath extends his Ulster stay

Thu Jan 27 2022 - 16:59

Smarting Munster looking to extend Thomond Park run as Ulster come calling

Johann van Graan’s side will need a vastly improved performance after Connacht defeat

Sat Jan 08 2022 - 06:00

Dan McFarland thrilled as Ulster pass Leinster with honours

First victory over Leinster in Dublin since 2013 proves a timely boost ahead of hectic schedule

Mon Nov 29 2021 - 05:00

Ulster looking to bring the flare as Kingspan gets ready to roar again

A crowd of 15,000 is allowed for Friday’s United Rugby Championship opener

Thu Sept 23 2021 - 15:15

Leinster’s potent pack turn screw after break to help land bonus point

Bonus-point statement win has halved Ulster’s 10-point lead atop Conference A

Fri Jan 08 2021 - 22:23

Ulster score nine tries to obliterate Zebre and make it six from six

Backrow Marcell Coetzee used his power to touch down for four tries in Parma

Mon Nov 16 2020 - 20:22

Iain Henderson sees red as Ulster make it two from two

Ulster’s scrum and line-outs were superior to Ospreys and they could’ve won by more

Sat Oct 10 2020 - 20:26

Iain Henderson out for up to 10 weeks after hip surgery

He is in race against time to be fit for Ireland’s Six Nations return against Italy

Tue Aug 11 2020 - 10:26

Andrew Porter: Introducing contactless contact sessions

Training groups have been increased from six to 12 and we’ve began passing the ball

Fri Jul 03 2020 - 06:00

Gifts galore as Leinster go past 50 points again in 14-try bonanza with Ulster

Leo Cullen’s side run in eight tries before switching off mentally in closing stages

Fri Dec 20 2019 - 22:16

Munster make four changes as Connacht target first win

New Ulster signing Bill Johnston makes his competitive debut against Toyota Cheetahs

Fri Oct 04 2019 - 13:04

Jack McGrath to start for Ulster in Pro14 opener versus Ospreys

Craig Gilroy will make his first competitive outing in over 11 months on the wing

Thu Sept 26 2019 - 12:46

Club rugby is producing international stars of the future

There’ll be plenty to admire in Dublin and Cork this weekend in end of season playoffs

Thu Apr 25 2019 - 06:20

Ulster name their team to take on Zebre on Saturday night

Darren Cave set to move to second in Ulster’s all-time appearance list with 222nd cap

Fri Feb 22 2019 - 12:29

Michael Lowry gets a chance to prove himself against Benetton

Young Ulster player has come through a nine-month hiatus due to a groin injury

Thu Jan 24 2019 - 16:16

Leinster too strong for Ulster, but will they be too loose for Toulouse?

Coach Leo Cullen is keen to tighten up his squad for next week’s Champions Cup game

Mon Jan 07 2019 - 06:00

Under-20 class of 2016 making rapid strides towards the top of senior game

Leinster v Ulster clash will feature several of the young stars from World Junior final

Fri Jan 04 2019 - 06:00

Connacht and Ulster make four changes apiece for Sportsground showdown

Connacht change half their pack as they look to get over Leinster loss

Thu Dec 27 2018 - 12:46

Toughness allied to talent makes Jordan Larmour the real deal

O’Driscoll and Best are enthusiastic about ‘incredibly exciting’ fullback after hat-trick

Sat Nov 10 2018 - 07:00

Ulster give first start to Sevens star Baloucoune against Dragons

Centre pairing of Addison and McCloskey could play together for Ireland in November

Fri Oct 26 2018 - 06:00

Connacht the only Irish winners as Munster and Ulster beaten

Munster held scoreless by Exeter at Musgrave Park but Connacht beat Bristol

Fri Aug 24 2018 - 21:42

Rugby: Who’s in and who’s out at the Irish provinces

Leinster contemplate Contepomi as Munster look forward to Carbery’s influence

Wed Aug 01 2018 - 06:00

Ulster’s stunning second-half show breathes life into season

Munster were 17-0 up at the break but the sending off of Sam Arnold proves key

Mon Jan 01 2018 - 20:17

Connacht flying high on back of smart use of system

Influx of talent from other provinces and abroad can only strengthen Irish rugby

Sat Dec 30 2017 - 07:00

Leinster’s production line is rugby equivalent of Ajax in the 80s

Other Irish provinces now benefitting hugely from numbers going through the system

Sat Dec 16 2017 - 07:00

Jordi Murphy signs a two-year deal with Ulster

The 26-year-old backrow will make the move up north at the end of the current season

Wed Dec 06 2017 - 09:48

Greg Jones and Schalk van der Merwe set for first Ulster starts

Irish international trio Rory Best, Stuart McCloskey and Sean Reidy return to squad

Thu Nov 30 2017 - 12:35

Ireland U20s come up short as England power their way to title

Outhalf Harry Mallinder stars as host nation claim title for a third time in Manchester

Sat Jun 25 2016 - 21:32

Ireland face the kind of uphill battle they relish against England

Nigel Carolan’s side looking for one last push in bid for World U20 Championship

Fri Jun 24 2016 - 18:28

World U20 Championship: Ireland far too hot for Argentina as they make final

Nigel Carolan’s side will face hosts England in Saturday’s decider in Manchester

Mon Jun 20 2016 - 21:32

Ireland U20s make 12 changes for semi-final clash with Argentina

Influential skipper James Ryan returns to the secondrow after recovering from a thigh injury

Sun Jun 19 2016 - 15:10

Ireland U20s create history with victory over New Zealand

Nigel Carolan’s side became the first Irish international men’s side to beat All Blacks

Sat Jun 11 2016 - 15:32