The Irish Times

Captain Iain Henderson and Stuart McCloskey declared fit for Ulster

Both Ulster and the Sharks can copperfasten a last-eight tie in front of their own supporters should they win

Thu May 19 2022 - 17:23

Antoine Dupont has the final say as champions Toulouse pip Ulster

French aristocrats show their mettle to secure one-point aggregate win

Sat Apr 16 2022 - 22:32

Ulster must stay on the front foot when Toulouse come to town

The defending champions have shown before in Belfast how dangerous they can be

Fri Apr 15 2022 - 12:25

‘We’re playing bloody Toulouse in Toulouse’ - McFarland not focused on bigger haul

Ulster’s lead heading into the second leg could have been more if not for Ntamack

Mon Apr 11 2022 - 01:00

‘It’s fun hitting people and getting hit’: Conor Oliver gets stuck into Connacht story

Flanker back on track after frustrating spell at Munster and enjoying his best season yet

Sat Mar 26 2022 - 06:00

Ulster aim to complete the double on Leinster in top-of-the-table clash

Win could potentially see McFarland’s side leapfrog Leinster into pole position

Sat Mar 12 2022 - 01:00

Ulster enjoy bonus-point win as Robert Baloucoune grabs double against Connacht

Connacht’s hopes hit by two yellow cards as poor run continues for Andy Friend’s side

Fri Feb 04 2022 - 22:44

Ulster survive a nervous finale to reach their goal

McFarland’s side on course for the chance of a home quarter-final in Belfast

Sun Jan 23 2022 - 14:55

Ulster looking to finish off impressive pool performance when Clermont come calling

Forwards coach Roddy Grant expects another fierce physical test against French side

Wed Jan 19 2022 - 06:00

Outhalf and secondrow main concerns as Farrell prepares to name Ireland squad

James Ryan and Iain Henderson have both been sidelined of late

Wed Jan 19 2022 - 06:00

Jacob Stockdale admits his season could be over after ankle surgery

Ulster and Ireland winger has not played since opening game of the season

Tue Jan 18 2022 - 15:16

Depleted Ulster braced for tough Northampton assignment

Absence of influential trio Cooney, Henderson and McCloskey may tilt balance

Fri Jan 14 2022 - 17:40

Jared Payne to leave Ulster ‘to pursue opportunities overseas’

John Cooney ruled out of Champions Cup match against Northampton Saints

Wed Jan 12 2022 - 19:15

Gordon D’Arcy: Pecking order at outhalf is of national interest given Carbery's injury woes

Interpros vital in assessing Farrell’s options for Ireland squad

Wed Dec 29 2021 - 06:00

Dan McFarland praises ‘matured’ James Hume ahead of Connacht clash

Ulster centre capable of burnishing growing reputation in much-anticipated tie

Tue Dec 21 2021 - 06:00

Ulster secure bonus-point win despite never shaking Saints off their tails

Stuart McCloskey and Iain Henderson both forced off with injury for home side

Fri Dec 17 2021 - 22:30

Ulster looking to keep the pep in their step against against Northampton

Iain Henderson returns to captain side with Duane Vermeulen making home debut

Fri Dec 17 2021 - 06:00

Dan McFarland challenges Ulster to back up another famous win

Consistency key ahead of Northampton visit if Ulster want to fix up and down form book

Mon Dec 13 2021 - 06:00

Ospreys’ pack bring Ulster crashing back to earth in Swansea

Visitors dominated possession and territory but battle was lost up front

Sat Dec 04 2021 - 17:26

Gordon D’Arcy: Andy Farrell’s conservative Ireland squad is a big chance missed

Planning for Japan and the All Blacks rather than France 2023 is a short-sighted choice

Wed Oct 27 2021 - 06:00

Connacht supply the fireworks on memorable night at the Aviva

Bonus-point win over Ulster sees Mack Hansen cross for two tries

Sat Oct 23 2021 - 19:46

Andy Farrell’s autumn Ireland squad falls along anticipated lines

Leinster duo Dan Sheehan and Ciarán Frawley the news names in squad of 38

Thu Oct 21 2021 - 06:00

Andy Farrell has plenty to ponder in naming Ireland’s autumn squad

Between injury issues and lack of game time for key players the head coach has a tough task

Wed Oct 20 2021 - 06:00

Ulster should have too much for improving Benetton in Belfast

Despite injury problems Dan McFarland’s side have started season in fine form

Thu Oct 07 2021 - 17:05

Ulster know there’s plenty of room to improve after Zebre win

Sterner tests await but there are plenty of positives to take from the trip to Parma

Mon Oct 04 2021 - 01:00

Ulster secure bonus-point win but fall over the line in the end

Dan McFarland’s side get off to winning start in the United Rugby Championship

Fri Sept 24 2021 - 22:03

Ulster looking to bring the flare as Kingspan gets ready to roar again

A crowd of 15,000 is allowed for Friday’s United Rugby Championship opener

Thu Sept 23 2021 - 15:15

Andy Farrell pleased with development of Ireland’s squad depth

Finishing the campaign with five successive wins tilts ledger towards positive

Mon Jul 12 2021 - 06:00

Rónan Kelleher to the four as try-happy Ireland finish season with a smile

Andy Farrell’s side cut loose after Riekert Hattingh’s red card at the Aviva Stadium

Sat Jul 10 2021 - 21:56

Ireland 71 USA 10: How the Irish players rated

John O’Sullivan hands out the marks on the final day of a long season for Ireland

Sat Jul 10 2021 - 21:34

Ireland blood four new caps as team named for USA clash

Andy Farrell has made seven changes to the starting XV for Saturday match against USA

Thu Jul 08 2021 - 13:28

Andy Farrell surprised by speed of James Ryan’s recovery

Injury had seemingly ruled James Ryan out of Lions call-up

Thu Jul 01 2021 - 17:54

James Ryan and Joey Carbery in Ireland side to face Japan

Andy Farrell selects strongest side at his disposal for match in Dublin

Thu Jul 01 2021 - 14:32

Sexton excused as 11 uncapped players in Ireland squad

Harry Byrne, Carbery and Burns are the three outhalves selected for summer series

Mon Jun 14 2021 - 11:33