The Irish Times

Owen Doyle: Japan win was refreshing but All Blacks will bring the heat

The intensity brought by New Zealand in Saturday’s Test will be off the Richter scaler

Tue Nov 09 2021 - 06:00

The Offload: Dan Sheehan to kick on after milestone of his own

Sexton marks the occasion with the boots to match; Healy and Crowley clash in AIL

Mon Nov 08 2021 - 09:26

Wily Welsh Ken Owens ready for his biggest Lions Test yet

Hooker has been called into Gatland’s first XV for Saturday’s Springboks decider

Thu Aug 05 2021 - 16:34

Opportunity knocks for Lions’ all-Celtic starting XV

Japan’s high-tempo brand of rugby has capacity to trouble Warren Gatland’s side

Sat Jun 26 2021 - 06:00

Owen Doyle: Bundee Aki is good but really needs to change technique

‘Matey’ Luke Pearce and ‘Barnesy’ Wayne Barnes were utterly irritating in Paris

Tue Mar 23 2021 - 06:00

Six Nations 2021: Gerry Thornley’s highs and lows

Our rugby correspondent looks back on this year’s tournament

Tue Mar 23 2021 - 06:00

Ireland’s ‘special’ win provides CJ Stander with a fitting finale

Farrell praises ‘magnificent’ team that ‘got the emotion right’ for big clash with rivals

Mon Mar 22 2021 - 06:00

Owen Doyle: Scotland will feel aggrieved at Poite’s breakdown penalties

Brace and Neville leave with heads held high after Twickenham thriller

Tue Mar 16 2021 - 06:00

Owen Doyle: Culture of ‘clip memory’ among modern referees not cutting it on the pitch

There’s nothing to beat knowing the laws when you step out on the pitch

Sat Mar 06 2021 - 13:30

Owen Doyle: Calamity in Cardiff is hard to get your head around

Ireland’s James Ryan lucky not to be punished for incident in Rome

Tue Mar 02 2021 - 06:00

Ireland find their clinical edge to put 48 points past Italy

Andy Farrell’s team win their first match against ragged and ill-disciplined hosts

Sat Feb 27 2021 - 17:27

Sports Review 2020: Year like no other serves up unforgettable moments

From Katie Taylor to Bryson DeChambeau there were plenty of memories made

Thu Dec 31 2020 - 06:00

Owen Doyle: Scrum a major issue World Rugby must address

Authorities also need to double down on their High Tackle Framework strategy

Tue Dec 01 2020 - 01:01

England see off stubborn Wales challenge to make Autumn Nations Cup final

Eddie Jones’s side likely to face France in decider after win in Llanelli

Sat Nov 28 2020 - 18:24

England v Ireland preview: Ireland’s revival to face its sternest test

If Ireland are to win at Twickenham then most likely it will be a white knuckle ride

Sat Feb 22 2020 - 06:00

Ireland wary of Peyper calling the tune as they head for Twickenham

John O'Sullivan: South African referee has made some controversial calls in the past

Thu Feb 20 2020 - 07:00

Owen Doyle: Breakdown a shambles in Murrayfield comedy of errors

Gauzere’s familiar French laissez-faire approach ensured that mayhem ensued

Thu Feb 13 2020 - 06:00

Johnny Sexton puts his body on the line in exceptional show

Ireland captain’s clear lines of communication on full show against Wales

Mon Feb 10 2020 - 06:00

Captain Johnny Sexton continues to lead from the front

Ireland captain refused to take a backward step in 24-14 win over Wales at the Aviva Stadium

Sat Feb 08 2020 - 18:39

Ireland weather the storm to see off Wales

A much improved performance is rewarded with a bonus point win in Dublin

Sat Feb 08 2020 - 18:22

Ireland v Wales: Celtic rivals braced for a stormy derby in Dublin

Stronger scrum and home advantage can help tilt the balance in Ireland’s favour

Sat Feb 08 2020 - 06:00

Johnny Sexton using experience when talking to referees

Ireland captain has checkered past with officials but now aims to get balance right

Fri Feb 07 2020 - 06:00

Men in Black: The referees for Ireland’s Six Nations games

Mathieu Raynal will take charge of Andy Farrell’s first game in charge this Saturday

Tue Jan 28 2020 - 05:00

Connacht come back from the dead against Gloucester

Connacht keep slim hopes alive with last-gasp win over Gloucester at the Sportsground

Sat Dec 14 2019 - 15:45

Rugby Statistics: Would it be feasible to stop the clock at scrum time?

Munster’s Saracens win would have lasted extra 21 minutes if clock was stopped

Thu Dec 12 2019 - 06:00

Munster’s Arno Botha suspended for three weeks

South African was sent off by Romain Poite at the death of European win over Saracens

Wed Dec 11 2019 - 15:37

Johann van Graan: ‘We’ll take a win against Saracens any day of the week’

Peter O’Mahony admits second-half weather meant it was better off not having possession

Sat Dec 07 2019 - 21:32

New Munster battle some old-school weather to hold off Saracens

Game of two halves sees Mark McCall’s side take bonus point away from Thomond Park

Sat Dec 07 2019 - 20:01

Butler returns to captain Connacht as they target first win against Gloucester

Andy Friend’s side in strong position to capitalise on opponent’s recent poor form

Sat Dec 07 2019 - 06:30

Jaco Peyper to take charge of Ireland’s Six Nations trip to Twickenham

South African referee missed out on World Cup semi-final after posing for photo with Welsh fans

Wed Dec 04 2019 - 16:24

Referee appointments confirmed for European double-header

French referees to take charge of six of the eight fixtures involving Irish sides

Wed Nov 27 2019 - 15:10

France’s Jerome Garces to referee Rugby World Cup final

Jaco Peyper will assist Wayne Barnes in third place play-off after quarter-final controversy

Tue Oct 29 2019 - 06:31

Referee Peyper snubbed for World Cup semis over Wales photo row

World Rugby condems photo of Peyper with Wales fans, Owens and Garces are selected

Tue Oct 22 2019 - 13:31

Rugby World Cup TV View: Tommy Bowe every bit as ruthless as the All Blacks

‘Kiwi commentary is the best commentary. The sense of superiority is constant and absolute’

Wed Oct 02 2019 - 18:31