Tadhg Beirne

New Munster captain Tadhg Beirne to lead by example like those before him

Being a captain in rugby has specific responsibilities, from talking to referees to leading the team and setting tone

Graham Rowntree dismisses ‘innuendos’ about Munster captaincy after confirming Tadhg Beirne’s appointment

Munster head coach addresses rumours of a falling-out with Peter O’Mahony

Tadhg Beirne takes over as full-time Munster captain from Peter O’Mahony

Graham Rowntree selects the 32-year-old Irish lock to lead province for the new season

Tadhg Beirne on how he almost quit rugby: ‘I was thinking about going into real estate’

The Ireland player on how Wales revived his career, coping with constant pressure, and how he feels about retirement

Tadhg Beirne undaunted by the prospect of taking on the world’s best

Facing South Africa away is one of the toughest assignments in world rugby but Tadhg Beirne and Ireland are up for the challenge

Ridicule less - remember that your sporting heroes are human

Not having an Irish team in the URC decider could be a good thing

After a full year on the go, is Irish rugby running on empty?

Irish players went into World Cup camp a year ago this week and they have not stopped playing since

Five players from Irish provinces make URC team of the season

Jack Crowley named URC’s Next-Gen Player of the Season for 2023/24

No sick note excuses as Munster take European exit ‘on the chin’

Graham Rowntree and captain Tadhg Beirne don’t blame defeat to Northampton on bug in the camp

Richie Murphy leaves fine Under-20 legacy as he departs for Ulster interim post

The Offload: Popular Scottish doctor calls time after 33 years; Nash takes opportunity in his stride

From pricey Aviva tickets to refereeing gaffes: Five things we learned from the final Six Nations weekend

Popular Tadgh Beirne; Italy’s impressive tournament; pricey tickets at Aviva; Ireland lineout trusted; referee gaffe

‘We love beating each other’: Tadhg Beirne relishes Ireland-Scotland rivalry as he aims for personal milestone

Munster lock says Ireland must correct indiscipline that cost them dearly against England

Five things we learned from Ireland’s 31-7 Six Nations win over Wales

Sheehan keeps record in sight; captaincy culture; Piardi makes history; Twickenham target; Ireland’s first-half dominance continues

Business as usual for relentless Ireland as they subdue Welsh challenge

Record-extending 18th consecutive home win signals another major step towards Grand Slam

Tadhg Beirne first among equals on the strength of Marseille

Beirne’s talent has been evident from his days with the Scarlets to his homecoming at Munster that enabled a Test match career

Tadhg Beirne and Ireland braced for daunting Marseille Test

Experienced Munster lock Tadhg Beirne is looking forward to the challenge as Ireland face France in their atmospheric southern citadel Marseille

Lost leads leave wet-behind-the-ears Munster searching for answers

Province’s latest defeat followed a pattern that has become uncomfortably familiar

Peter O’Mahony’s early Thomond departure a concern ahead of Six Nations campaign

Munster head coach Graham Rowntree says new Ireland captain ‘got a couple of little bangs’ in Northampton loss

Gordon D’Arcy: Players have seen that if they take the chance given by Andy Farrell, he will be fiercely loyal

Joe McCarthy is one big reason why Ireland look in good shape as the Six Nations approaches

Graham Rowntree: ‘We’re giving teams presents - have another one, Merry Christmas!’

‘You know what this tournament means to our club, we’ll be gunning for qualification’ says Munster head coach after defeat to Exeter

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