The Irish Times

Kanye West formally applies to change name to Ye

Musician aims to shorten full name from Kanye Omari West, citing ‘personal reasons’

Wed Aug 25 2021 - 10:46

USA could use NFL stadiums as part of a Rugby World Cup bid

USA rugby hoping to host the event in 2027 or 2031 and women’s tournament in 2029

Thu Jun 10 2021 - 18:01

Six Nations rugby needs to be protected for terrestrial TV

Competition is not included in Broadcasting Act’s ‘listed’ events, which needs updating

Wed Apr 01 2020 - 07:43

The sporting decade that was: Ireland finally slay Goliath

After 111 years of waiting, history is written on a crisp Chicago afternoon

Sat Dec 28 2019 - 12:00

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

Rugby World Cup - Ireland v New Zealand: Irish kick-off time, TV channels and more

It could be a game for the ages. Here is everything you need to know

Thu Oct 17 2019 - 09:15

Ross Byrne: Understudy ready to step into a central role for Leinster

The 23-year-old will need all his quiet calm if he dons the Number 10 shirt on Saturday

Fri Jan 04 2019 - 05:00

Sports Review 2018: Lock, stock and barrel for a special Irish team

Win over New Zealand was even more memorable than the one in Chicago

Tue Dec 25 2018 - 15:00

Joe Schmidt bracing for 'tight game' against the USA

Opportunity knocks for Addison, Conway and Cooney in Ireland’s final Test

Sat Nov 24 2018 - 06:00

Isa Nacewa: Black magic no longer casts a spell on Ireland

I’ve been telling everyone in New Zealand that we now have a real, sustainable rivalry

Sat Nov 24 2018 - 06:00

Joe Schmidt: latest All Blacks victory surpasses Chicago

‘It’s a bit special at home and it was special because of what happened in 2013’

Mon Nov 19 2018 - 06:30

View from NZ press: All Blacks expecting a real challenge

“This was always going to be this year’s pinnacle assignment”

Fri Nov 16 2018 - 17:12

The Offload: Evidence not compelling in Lawes offside call

Stander says he never witnessed doping problems at Craven Week national trials

Mon Nov 12 2018 - 11:40

Gerry Thornley: Schmidt's Ireland 2.0 taking shape

Argentina clash will be a good barometer of coach's attempt to grow Ireland's depth

Tue Nov 06 2018 - 06:00

Jordan Larmour: ‘Sky is the limit for this Ireland team’

Larmour’s exploits overshadow other landmarks, including Ross Byrne's debut

Mon Nov 05 2018 - 05:00

Larmour bags hat-trick as Ireland win phoney war at Soldier Field

Second-half blitz helps Joe Schmidt’s side run up a half-century of points in Chicago

Sat Nov 03 2018 - 22:32

Schmidt expecting Carbery and McGrath to continue progress

Despite the experimental line-ups, there is plenty at stake for players on both sides

Sat Nov 03 2018 - 06:00

McGrath relishing competition with Healy for club and country

Most of the Irish squad that don’t travel to the US likely to start against Argentina

Tue Oct 30 2018 - 07:13

The Offload: Is this the moment rugby finally eats itself?

Ian McKinley set for landmark moment; IRFU educates on concussion protocols

Mon Oct 29 2018 - 01:00

Steve Hansen suggests Conor Murray could face All Blacks

“Is Conor really going to be out or is it an Irish trick? Or is it the truth?”

Sun Oct 28 2018 - 19:43

Irish influence helps USA overcome Scotland in Houston

AJ MacGinty, John Quill, Paul Mullen and Dylan Fawsitt all involved in USA squad

Sun Jun 17 2018 - 19:29

Joe Schmidt probably isn’t ‘worst coach in Irish rugby history’

Success against the other top nations is a standout feature of his time in charge

Thu Nov 30 2017 - 06:35

Gordon D’Arcy: The All Blacks of Europe? We can be better

Ignore empty cliches – Ireland have plenty beneath the surface to make us unbeatable

Wed Nov 22 2017 - 07:00

Jordi Murphy amazed at just how quickly things can change

Ireland player to win cap number 18 since his debut at Twickenham in 2014

Fri Nov 17 2017 - 07:08

Schmidt’s first panel will have a bolter - Max Deegan perhaps

Hard to read Ireland coach’s mind as he prepares to choose squad against Springboks

Thu Oct 05 2017 - 07:00

Let the games begin: celebrating being well and thanking a donor

Transplant Team Ireland member Ron Grainger from Castleknock, Co Dublin, is a retired urologist and kidney transplant recipient. This week he will compete at the World Transplant Games in Spain

Sun Jun 25 2017 - 09:00

Rhys Ruddock expecting Ireland to maintain high standards

Squad fully prepared for whatever the US Eagles can muster in New Jersey

Sat Jun 10 2017 - 07:00

Ireland arrive in New Jersey with clean bill of health for latest US mission

Simon Easterby: ‘There’s a lot of excitement with some of the youngsters involved’

Tue Jun 06 2017 - 16:40

Bono visits George W Bush at his Texas ranch

The former US president describes the U2 frontman as ‘the real deal’

Sat May 27 2017 - 09:54

Conor Murray named as players’ player of the year

Tadhg Furlong is also voted supporters’ player of the year by 'Irish Times' readers

Wed May 10 2017 - 23:36

Gordon D'Arcy: Leinster’s centres of excellence a class apart

Robbie Henshaw and Garry Ringrose forging a truly exciting midfield partnership

Wed Jan 11 2017 - 07:30

Chicago Cubs’ joy and an unforgettable moment for Ireland

Sports review of 2016: Green becomes the colour at end of historic week in Windy City

Sat Dec 24 2016 - 17:00

Neighbourhood chic in Chicago

Where to shop, eat and hang out in the Windy City

Sat Dec 10 2016 - 06:01

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

Sat Nov 26 2016 - 09:00