Johnny Sexton: ‘The attitude was different and that was my first real taste of Test rugby I think’
Set to win his 100th cap on Saturday, the Ireland outhalf looks back on his first few
Winning Triple Crowns: ‘Seeing Jack Kyle was a spiritual experience’
A history of Ireland’s wins throws up some mythical tales and unforgettable moments
Supporters club may protest over handling of Jackson and Olding
Paddy Wallace and Neil Best highlight ill-feeling among fans about club’s response to trial
Ulster Rugby ‘needs to explain’ why it revoked Jackson and Olding contracts
Former-Irish player Paddy Wallace says fans feel they have been ‘left in dark’ over decision
Grand Slam winners 2009 - where are they now?
Nine years from Ireland’s second Grand Slam, Gavin Cummiskey looks at the class of 2009
Gerry Thornley: Avoiding injuries is critical for Ireland’s Six Nations
Recent history shows the more settled an Irish side, the more likely they will be contenders
Rory Best recalls his six standout matches in an Ireland jersey
As the Ireland captain earns his 100th cap against Australia he outlines why these particular matches are special
Being Paulie: The rugby evolution of Paul O’Connell
Keith Duggan talks to the former Ireland and Munster lock as he opens up about his career
So who should we expect to graduate from the class of 2016?
John O’Sullivan looks back at the Irish Under-19 and Under-21 teams of 1998 and 2004
Stuart Olding determined to seize day with Ireland
Centre eager to play his part in the Ulster resurgence in Irish backline
Ulster complete stunning comeback win against Oyonnax
European hopes still alive as second-half replacements turn game around
Ian Humphreys in stronger position after playing abroad
Ulster outhalf thinks Ireland side can be improved by players moving elsewhere
Andrew Trimble set to become Ulster’s most-capped player
Paddy Wallace’s record to fall when province take on Treviso in Pro 12
Andrew Trimble to become the most capped Ulster player
Felix Jones captain a Munster side containing eight changes for Glasgow visit
Ulster v Munster preview: Ravenhill roar can inspire home side to victory
Home semi-final the likely reward for winners of pivotal Pro12 clash
Topic of concussion raises its head again after opening weekend
Ireland wait on Rory Best but no return to training until protocol fulfilled
Eden Park tailors for Ireland’s fashion-conscious rugby stars
Simon Zebo, Jamie Heaslip and Chris Henry are as competitive off the field as on it
Ulster in right place for Champions Cup after summer turmoil, says Tommy Bowe
Province have good record against Leicester and travel with optimism
UCD shows its true colours with extra points
UCD’s elite athlete academy, its 60-point Leaving Cert top-up and proximity to Leinster HQ are attracting the cream of schoolboy talent
Ulster quartet could come back to face Munster
Paddy Wallace out but Luke Marshall, Andrew Trimble, Darren Cave and Rob Herring on the mend
Zebre tie more about getting more game time for returning Wallace and Macklin
Five-point victory almost guaranteed against group whipping boys but plenty to examine in Ulster line-up
Paddy Wallace to make Ulster comeback
Ireland international to make first appearance in nine months against Zebre tomorrow night
Return of Johann Muller and Ruan Pienaar offsets loss of Tommy Bowe and Rory Best
Anscombe wary of Italian opposition for what he calls a ‘must win’ game
Ulster should prove too strong for Scarlets
Chris Farrell gets a chance at number 12 following long-term injury
Seán Cronin called up for Ireland’s tour to USA and Canada
Leinster hooker elevated following Rory Best’s selection for the Lions
IRFU sack Kidney to end five-year Ireland reign
Coaching duties end today with Les Kiss to take interim position for US tour
Boost for injury-ravaged Ireland as Sexton is cleared to return
IRB protocols for concussion to be adhered
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