The Irish Times

Leinster ready to take derby day honours at the Aviva

There’ll be fever in the Aviva as Ulster travel south in hope of dislodging Leinster

Sat Mar 30 2019 - 06:00

Ulster aim to combine physicality and accuracy against Leinster

Northern province has managed just one victory over the Pro14 champions since 1999

Wed Jan 02 2019 - 06:00

Munster warm up for Leinster clash with nine-try rout of Ulster

Injury-hit Ulster suffer record defeat in low-key interpro derby at Thomond Park

Sat Sept 29 2018 - 21:50

Kernohan gets first start in competitive match for Ulster

The 19-year-old Ballymena wing is selected to play against Cheetahs

Thu Sept 20 2018 - 17:18

Connacht flying high on back of smart use of system

Influx of talent from other provinces and abroad can only strengthen Irish rugby

Sat Dec 30 2017 - 07:00

Provinces must juggle resources as November Test window looms

Leinster will be without most of of their 18-strong Ireland contingent for Glasgow tie

Mon Oct 30 2017 - 06:00

Leinster dish out a dose of the blues to Ulster

Home side well beaten at the Kingspan Stadium by Leo Cullen’s impressive side

Sat Oct 28 2017 - 21:12

Rory Best declares his fitness and desire to lead Ireland

Ulster captain hoping to be back in the frame for the clash against the Springboks

Wed Oct 25 2017 - 06:00

Iain Henderson to lead Ulster in European opener against Wasps

Les Kiss makes three changes for Friday's Champions Cup game in Belfast

Thu Oct 12 2017 - 12:21

Ulster braced for Clermont power surge but still unlikely to resist it

French league leaders will greet visitor’s pack with ruthless welcome party

Sat Dec 17 2016 - 12:01

Gerry Thornley: Residency ruling suits richer countries

Luke Fitzgerald and Ronan O’Gara not afraid to speak their minds on controversial rule

Tue Nov 01 2016 - 05:30

Ulster need to hold the centre for Bordeaux

Piutau, Marshall, Olding and Trimble in mix as Ulster seek positive Champions Cup start

Thu Oct 13 2016 - 00:00

Ulster backline expected to shine as Pro12 kicks off

Les Kiss expects Ruan Pienaar and others to front up against Newport Gwent Dragons

Fri Sept 02 2016 - 01:00

Victory over Italy in Six Nations vital for restoring self-belief

Doubts over Rob Kearney though Josh van der Flier and Ultan Dillane likely to feature

Wed Mar 09 2016 - 05:00

Ulster players to speak about faith at Belfast cathedral

Pienaar, Herbst and Paul Marshall to be interviewed at Church of Ireland service

Fri Jan 22 2016 - 19:21

Bowe and Trimble to line out for Ulster

World Cup hopefuls to get run out against Edinburgh in pre-season friendly this Friday evening

Thu Aug 27 2015 - 18:15

Ulster keep their powder dry with eye on semi-finals

Neil Doak rests some key players ahead of play-off push

Sat May 16 2015 - 01:00

Henderson ban could include first World Cup warm-up match

Home semi-final for Ulster in Pro 12 still possible if results elsewhere go their way

Wed May 13 2015 - 01:00

Ulster grab draw but Munster leave Ravenhill the happier

Anthony Foley’s men let lead slip as 14-man hosts hold onto unbeaten home record

Sat May 09 2015 - 17:23

Dominant Ulster lay waste to Leinster’s top four hopes

Matt O’Connor’s side fail to build on lightning start as hosts fight back at a soggy Ravenhill

Fri Apr 24 2015 - 22:22

Darren Cave grabs hat-trick as Ulster finish campaign with a smile

Leicester’s hopes of a quarter-final spot extinguished in Belfast

Sat Jan 24 2015 - 20:27

Stakes high as Leinster and Ulster frontliners return

Leinster are defending a run of 19 games undefeated at their Ballsbridge home

Sat Jan 03 2015 - 07:17

Paddy Jackson returns from injury for Ulster clash with Connacht

Outhalf one of seven changes while Connacht swap six for Ravenhill encounter

Wed Dec 24 2014 - 13:00

Nick Williams to miss Ulster’s trip to the Scarlets

Ulster number eight and Wiehahn Herbst ruled out with hamstring injuries

Tue Dec 09 2014 - 16:15

Ulster’s bonus-point win could come at a cost as injuries mount

Hopes remain alive of reviving European dream after victory over Scarlets in Belfast

Sat Dec 06 2014 - 22:22

Ulster show three changes for Warriors table top tussle

Ian Humphreys, Andrew Warwick and Nick Williams come into the starting team

Fri Oct 10 2014 - 12:34

Jared Payne returns from injury as Ulster make 10 changes

Connacht make eight changes for their Pro12 clash against Cardiff

Thu Oct 02 2014 - 13:10

Scarlets look to ensure Ulster’s new era begins with disappointment

New looks side have a tough challenge in Wales

Sat Sept 06 2014 - 01:00

Ulster sign Sharks’ tighthead Wiehahn Herbst on three-year deal

Province make plans for departure of John Afoa at end of season

Fri Mar 28 2014 - 14:53