Leinster left with plenty to ponder following entertaining rollercoaster
It took the likes of RG Snyman and Doris to lead from the front for Leo Cullen’s men after Bath had initially caused the home side lots of problems
Jacques Nienaber
South African rugby coach
‘I have a bit of intel there’ - Bath’s Ross Molony says he doesn’t know Leinster lineout calls
Set-piece expert is a tag the former Leinster lock embraces as he looks forward to meeting with former team-mates
Jacques Nienaber wary of the threat Bath can pose for Leinster
‘Premiership leaders versus URC leaders. It’s going to be a proper Test match-intensity game’ says Leinster’s senior coach
Jacques Nienaber’s redesigned Leinster defence key to victory over La Rochelle, says James Ryan
Province’s defence held firm against French side that snatched victory with a last-minute try in the 2022 Champions Cup final
Leinster v La Rochelle: New arrivals add spice to a rivalry like no other
It’s doubtful Leinster have ever picked a bench as strong as the one selected for Sunday’s big Champions Cup showdown
Are Leinster becoming more like the Springboks?
Leinster’s focus on defence, set-pieces, and their kicking game has left them looking remarkably similar to South Africa
Leinster should try to extract the absolute maximum from Jordie Barrett in chase of fifth star
Irish province appear to have struck gold, for as well as being a quality player, he’s clearly a quality bloke
Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber hails contract extension for James Ryan
Retention of accomplished backrow forward ‘excellent’ and positive reflection on the province’s set-up
Jacques Nienaber: ‘It was never the case that Rassie and I didn’t enjoy Munster or Ireland’
Former South Africa coach on his future, the danger of only reading headlines, and how good players can challenge a coach
Leinster’s Jacques Nienaber enjoying ‘more creative’ club game since switch from Test rugby
South African plans to remain in club game beyond end of current Leinster contract
‘We wanted to feed the crowd’: Leinster captain Caelan Doris relishes ‘special’ Croke Park win over Munster
Doris praises team’s fast start in game where his exceptional breakdown work and defensive efforts shone through
RG Snyman could make Leinster debut against Benetton in Treviso this weekend
Jacques Nienaber warns of ‘clunky’ reintroduction of international players
How Tyler Bleyendaal’s subtle changes can make all the difference to Leinster’s attack
Evidence from the innovative attack coach’s record at Hurricanes suggests incremental tweaks can sharpen Leo Cullen’s side’s cutting edge
Ridicule less - remember that your sporting heroes are human
Not having an Irish team in the URC decider could be a good thing
Vast expanses of Croke Park pitch may add to challenge for Leinster’s rush defence
Leinster’s rushing defence system will be tested on the vast expanses of Ireland’s historic stadium by a highly-skilled Northampton team
Owen Doyle: I have a growing sense of unease around ‘pick and drive’ tries
Referee Karl Dickson was very much centre stage but there was no disputing Leinster’s superiority against La Rochelle this time around
French media hail Jamison Gibson-Park ‘the new boss of Leinster, a worthy successor to Sexton’
The Offload: Jacques Nienaber’s influence seen as crucial in ending La Rochelle’s European reign
La Rochelle never panic but their up-and-down form gives Leinster reason to believe
Jacques Nienaber could help concoct a plan for Leinster to finally oust Ronan O’Gara’s team from the Champions Cup when the sides renew their rivalry on Saturday
Barges, line speed and shitfights: Is Leinster’s defence better under Jacques Nienaber?
With plenty of players still finding their feet under the senior coach, a knockout game is going to be decided by individual moments
Jacques Nienaber aims to bring South African knockout secrets to Leinster’s formula
Rugby World Cup-winning coach is planning for accuracy in execution against La Rochelle
James Lowe: ‘The only way you measure a season is trophies’
Having developed into one of the world’s leading all-round wingers, the Leinster man aims to improve an irritating European record
England v Ireland: Blitz defence is all the rage, but who first came up with the idea?
Six Nations: Andy Farrell, Warren Gatland and Shaun Edwards have their claims but all roads lead back to the Springboks
RG Snyman says Jacques Nienaber played ‘big role’ in decision to join Leinster
Munster lock said former Springbok and current Leinster coach is a ‘special guy’
Jacques Nienaber’s Irish-tinged coaching tree growing in global influence
The Offload: Success for Irish teams in the Celtic Challenge; Why is the TMO bunker anonymous?
Josh van der Flier - ‘Jacques Nienaber inspires you, I’d be going into a game wanting to defend for him’
Leinster backrow responds to being left out for La Rochelle victory with player-of-the-match display vs Sale
Gerry Thornley: Nienaber’s influence all over Leinster’s interest in RG Snyman
Munster will now fear that history will repeat itself after Snyman’s injuries
Jacques Nienaber: ‘Hopefully I can add value, but there is no silver bullet’
One-time physio turned strength and conditioning coach hopes to add to Leinster’s defence after settling down with family in Dublin
Gordon D’Arcy: In the week of Jacques Nienaber’s arrival, was Leinster’s bench split a mere coincidence?
My belief is that Cullen and Nienaber would have discussed aspects of Leinster’s set-up over the last few weeks
Mary Hannigan: Katie Taylor under no illusions heading into Saturday’s ‘must-win’ fight
Vikki Wall continues to show off her many talents; Andrew Porter on World Cup pain; Mickey Harte and Derry like Ferguson managing Liverpool
Is Jacques Nienaber impacting Leinster sooner than anticipated?
Sean O’Brien has been moulding Leinster's defence in his own image while in conversation with Jacques Nienaber
Leinster prepare for Munster duel without delayed Jacques Nienaber
South African coach unlikely to play much role in preparations for Saturday’s match at the Aviva
‘I hope to see it again’ - Leinster coach Robin McBryde likes the look of a 7-1 bench split
World Cup winning coach Jacques Nienaber is expected to arrive in Leinster next week before they play Munster in their URC derby match
Leo Cullen and Leinster ‘flexible’ on when Jacques Nienaber joins coaching staff
Leinster boss says Nienaber should ‘savour the moment’ after winning a second World Cup on Saturday
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