The Irish Times

Leinster sign Crusaders tighthead prop Michael Alaalatoa

29-year-old Samoan frontrow is a three-time Super Rugby champion

Mon Apr 12 2021 - 20:00

Leinster set sights on topping Pool A after win over Northampton

With five teams on two wins out of two in Pool A, there is little room for error

Mon Dec 21 2020 - 05:30

Leinster set to keep the foot down as Saints make maiden RDS trip

Leo Cullen brings in six Irish internationals but warns against complacency

Sat Dec 19 2020 - 06:00

Oli Jager: ‘For sure I have thought about putting on a black jersey. It would be cool’

Taking his father’s advice to head to New Zealand he's worked hard for his opportunities

Mon Jun 15 2020 - 06:00

Irishman Oli Jager sets his mind on All Blacks frontrow spot

24-year-old tighthead prop signs new deal with Canterbury Crusaders until 2022

Tue Jun 09 2020 - 22:51

Chris Boyd says Leinster are operating at a far superior level to vast majority

‘They play a completely different way, they pose a different problem’, says Saints coach

Mon Dec 09 2019 - 06:30

Matt Williams: intriguing European tests for Leinster and Munster

Franklins Gardens is always a tough trip and Saracens could be fully locked and loaded

Fri Dec 06 2019 - 07:36

Cian Healy not taking anything for granted in frontrow battle

Leinster prop prepared for tough Northampton contests as season kicks up a gear

Thu Dec 05 2019 - 19:30

Northampton without Courtney Lawes for Leinster clash on Saturday

England lock only 50-50 for return game in Dublin; Dan Biggar trying to shake off toe injury

Tue Dec 03 2019 - 22:00

2019-20 Champions Cup pool-by-pool guide

Gavin Cummiskey looks at the contenders ahead of the first round of Champions Cup games

Fri Nov 15 2019 - 12:11

Liam Toland: Set piece and breakdown two areas where Ireland can target All Blacks

Variety in point of attack is also crucial to unleashing Ireland’s potent backline

Fri Oct 18 2019 - 07:34

Rugby World Cup quarter-final: Ireland v New Zealand - All Blacks player profiles

Patrick Madden looks at the side Steve Hansen has picked to face up against Ireland

Fri Oct 18 2019 - 06:00

Schmidt v Hansen Part V: something’s got to give in Rugby World Cup quarter-final

Ireland and New Zealand have shared two wins apiece since 2013. That will change on Saturday

Thu Oct 17 2019 - 16:30

Schmidt confident there’s a good balance in his World Cup squad

Coach stresses the need for versatility given the challenging conditions in Japan

Wed Sept 04 2019 - 06:00

Back in Black: New Zealand’s 36-0 win leaves Wallabies thunderstruck

All Blacks were on a highway to hell, but their World Cup outlook is now a whole lotta rosy

Tue Aug 20 2019 - 07:00

Gerry Thornley: Uneasy lies New Zealand’s World Cup crown

Losing to Australia will give All Blacks a jolt, but will it be enough to keep them on top?

Tue Aug 13 2019 - 14:46

Hope springs eternal as Australia take on New Zealand

Wallabies have had little to shout about in this fixture in recent years

Fri Aug 09 2019 - 16:20

Hansen backs ‘three best’ loose forwards to fire for All Blacks

Australia’s James O’Connor completes his return from international exile

Thu Aug 08 2019 - 20:17

Rugby Championship 2019: Preview, squads, fixtures

Surprises in store as World Cup casts shadow over the upcoming Rugby Championship

Tue Jul 16 2019 - 14:34

Tadhg Furlong's farming strength has him in good Irish frontrow company

John Hayes and Mike Ross were as durable as tree trunks, and Furlong is showing same signs

Sat May 25 2019 - 06:00

O’Mahony’s finest hour as he attends to unfinished business

Ex-Lions captain soared to banish any lingering disappointment over the 2017 tour

Mon Nov 19 2018 - 06:30

Another Schmidt coup as Ireland savour historic success

Massive defensive effort proves key as first home win over the All Blacks is finally secured

Mon Nov 19 2018 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: My part in the greatest Irish victory that never was

Schmidt’s side have grown since and Chicago 2016 changed the narrative for Irish rugby

Wed Nov 07 2018 - 06:00

Kieran Read returns as All Blacks look to avenge South Africa loss

Rassie Erasmus recalls Francois Louw for Pretoria encounter

Thu Oct 04 2018 - 12:38

New Zealand wrap up Championship in style

All Blacks show ominous strength in depth one year from World Cup

Sun Sept 30 2018 - 11:31

Sonny Bill Williams returns as All Blacks make seven changes

Uncapped prop Ta’avao on bench as Sam Whitelock captains side to face the Pumas

Thu Sept 27 2018 - 12:20

Rugby Championship: team news and everything you need to know

New Zealand v Argentina and Australia v South Africa both underway on Saturday

Thu Sept 06 2018 - 10:09

Jordie Barrett and Laumape named in revamped New Zealand backline

All Blacks forced into changes after injuries to Ryan Crotty and Rieko Ioane

Wed Aug 22 2018 - 21:29

Hansen stands by his man after All Blacks win

Michael Cheika unhappy with Brodie Retallick incident during New Zealand’s 35-29 win

Sun Aug 27 2017 - 17:21

Lions draw series after gritty performance in final All Blacks Test

Steve Hansen’s side will walk away with more regrets after thrilling finale at Eden Park

Sun Jul 09 2017 - 22:00

New Zealand 15 Lions 15: All Blacks player ratings

Aaron Smith remains the best scrumhalf in world rugby while Retallick and Whitelock immense

Sat Jul 08 2017 - 12:36

Lions carve out their own piece of history with drawn series

Warren Gatland’s side weather ferocious All Blacks storm to earn a 15-15 draw in Auckland

Sat Jul 08 2017 - 11:33

‘Biggest game ever’ for Lions as immortality beckons

New Zealand media’s treatment of Warren Gatland is disgraceful, says coach’s assistant

Fri Jul 07 2017 - 22:00

New Zealand press react: SBW ban sparks rare selection debate

Kiwi media address Hansen’s midfield quandry with Gatland the weekend winner

Mon Jul 03 2017 - 07:00