The Irish Times

Rory Best named as Fiji’s forwards coach for autumn tour to Europe

All players, coaches and management are based in the northern hemisphere

Tue Oct 19 2021 - 11:46

Potent twin threats give Scotland an exciting extra dimension

Hogg and Russell the most dangerous, X-factor backs Scottish rugby has produced in two decades

Sun Mar 14 2021 - 08:00

Six Nations: Any coach with a beating heart has to play Finn Russell

Return of Scottish outhalf greeted with giddy expectation, but his uniqueness can be fatal

Thu Feb 04 2021 - 06:14

Scotland and Fiji's Autumn Nations Cup match cancelled

Fiji have already seen their opening two matches against France and Italy called off

Fri Nov 20 2020 - 12:50

Stats show post-World Cup years throw up more debut opportunities

Deep dive into 2016-2019 stats shows young players right to hope for chance at test level

Thu Jan 23 2020 - 06:00

Formidable home fortress key to Munster conquering the French

Over the years Racing have been one of many French sides to fail the Thomond Park test

Sat Nov 23 2019 - 05:00

Clermont set for imposing staging post as they look to the top again

French club’s title credentials will be seriously examined by Ulster in Belfast

Fri Nov 22 2019 - 01:00

Pool D: Georgia out to emphasise their Six Nations credentials

Lelos have a rare chance to prove themselves against Tier One opposition in Japan

Sun Aug 04 2019 - 05:00

Trevor Brennan: passing the baton to the next generation

With his son playing for France Under-20s, the former Irish international’s story goes on

Sat Mar 09 2019 - 06:00

Six Nations 2019: consistency the key for Scotland the brave

Gregor Townsend’s side possess a frightening backline but have injuries up front

Thu Jan 31 2019 - 07:00

Edinburgh take down Montpellier to book home quarter-final

Result also confirms last eight spots for Leinster, Glasgow and Racing 92

Fri Jan 18 2019 - 22:12

Ireland’s Joe Schmidt: a complex yet paradoxically simple soul

Kiwi arrived in Ireland relatively unknown but leaves after shaping a rugby generation

Mon Nov 26 2018 - 18:36

European Rugby Previews

Forward power can help Castres pip Exeter in one of weekend’s most intriguing ties

Sat Oct 20 2018 - 06:30

Champions Cup: Gerry Thornley's club-by-club guide

A look at the 20 sides in the 2018-19 Heineken Cup who are bidding for the ultimate prize

Sat Oct 06 2018 - 05:41

France have been gifted a mighty and rare young Irish prop

‘Obviously I have my little Irish side but playing for France has always been clear’

Fri Jun 15 2018 - 12:11

No quarter given: Jamie Heaslip recalls Leinster's last-eight battles

Former number eight played in all of Leinster’s quarter-finals up until last year

Sat Mar 31 2018 - 06:00

Tom English: Scotland have a newfound hope and pride in their team

Under Townsend, side have rediscovered joy after close to 20 years of grinding failure

Sat Mar 10 2018 - 05:45

John Barclay: ‘We want it to be chaotic and uncomfortable in Dublin’

Breakdown king a threat to Ireland’s Grand Slam ambitions

Fri Mar 09 2018 - 06:00

Warren Gatland profile: former Ireland and Lions coach revealed

From club level up to Lions’ tours, Wales’ head coach has enjoyed substantial success

Sat Feb 17 2018 - 01:00

Daniel Brennan set for switch from Toulouse to Montpellier

Son of Trevor Brennan is set for play for France against Ireland in u-20 Six Nations

Wed Jan 31 2018 - 08:41

John Barclay excited by the expectation on Scotland to wow

‘They will not take us lightly this time’: captain ready for clash with ‘formidable’ Wales

Tue Jan 30 2018 - 06:00

Montpellier back in the game with bonus-point win in Glasgow

Yellow cards prove costly for Scottish side in Pool 3 clash

Fri Dec 08 2017 - 22:21

England’s looming loss: What will life after Eddie Jones look like?

Many of his trademark rasping quips are designed for short-term diversionary effect

Tue Nov 28 2017 - 11:24

Gerry Thornley: Leinster loss of Sexton a potential game-changer

Financial and physical juggernaut of Montpellier should prove very different challenge

Sat Oct 14 2017 - 06:45

Leinster brace for meeting financial monster Montpellier

Sean O’Brien and Isa Nacewa likely to be available for the Champions Cup opener

Mon Oct 09 2017 - 06:00

Spike in interest as Leinster and Munster prepare to lock horns

Some 44,000 tickets already sold for the big clash at the Aviva Stadium

Thu Oct 05 2017 - 06:00

Pro14 derby days ideal preparation for Champions Cup forays

Leo Cullen says Leinster-Munster clash always a game to whet the appetite of players and fans

Tue Oct 03 2017 - 01:00

Joe Schmidt in line for All Blacks job, says NZ rugby CEO

Chief Executive Steve Tew has said that the current Ireland coach will be considered

Wed Jul 05 2017 - 11:37

European rugby draws: Familiar faces and foes for Irish sides

Donnacha Ryan set for quick return to Thomond Park with Racing 92; Leinster paired with English champions Exeter

Thu Jun 08 2017 - 17:36

Clermont not interested in another glorious defeat

French club keenly aware of big games lost ahead of Champions Cup clash with Leinster

Fri Apr 21 2017 - 05:30

Jono Gibbes makes Ireland his port of call again

Former All Black will arrive at Ulster having thrived out of comfort zone at Clermont

Wed Apr 12 2017 - 06:30

All Blacks decide against adding England test

November international had been mooted but New Zealand stick with Barbarians date

Wed Mar 22 2017 - 17:08

Gerry Thornley: Six Nations defences still on top despite bonus points

Tournament of close contests was hardly vintage but compellingly tribal as ever

Tue Mar 21 2017 - 07:00

Conor O’Shea’s Italy get wooden spoon after Scotland trimming

Scots protect their fifth place in world rankings ahead of 2019 World Cup draw

Sat Mar 18 2017 - 15:13