The Irish Times

Uncapped Leicester flanker Reffell named in Wales squad for South Africa tour

He is joined by uncapped Cardiff number eight James Ratti in 33-man group for three Tests against Springboks in July

Wed May 18 2022 - 17:51

Owen Doyle: Not even South Africa could've resisted England's illegal scrum

Real question now for James Ryan is how many serious knocks to the head are enough

Tue Mar 15 2022 - 06:00

Biggar steps into the limelight to land late winning drop goal for Wales

For Scotland a stirring victory followed by dispiriting defeat is a pattern all too familiar

Sun Feb 13 2022 - 22:15

Scotland suffer more misery in Cardiff as Wales reignite Six Nations challenge

Scottish losing streak in Cardiff grows to 11 as they fail to build on Calcutta Cup win

Sat Feb 12 2022 - 16:47

Liam Williams ready to create fresh Lions memories

Welsh winger initiated one of the British and Irish Lions’ greatest tries four years ago

Wed Jun 23 2021 - 17:53

What should Gatland do? Our rugby writers pick their Lions squads

It’s nearly decision time for the Lions coach - who should make the South Africa tour?

Sat May 01 2021 - 09:00

Wales secure bonus-point against Italy after just 30 minutes

Italy’s 31st Six Nations defeat in a row saw them offer little resistance at Stadio Olimpico

Sat Mar 13 2021 - 17:03

Six Nations miscellany: Jonathan Davies can provide the glue for Wales

Centre’s return could be key as North wins cap 100; one day at a time for Dave Kilcoyne

Fri Feb 26 2021 - 06:00

Six Nations magic shouldn’t be hidden behind a paywall

The likes of Louis Reez-Zammit can spark the imagination of the casual observer

Mon Feb 15 2021 - 11:44

Wales will have to make at least four changes for Scotland trip

Wayne Pivac weighs options after injuries mount up following Ireland win

Tue Feb 09 2021 - 16:47

Six Nations 2021: A bluffer’s guide to Wales

John O’Sullivan takes a look at Ireland’s opponents ahead of Sunday’s opener

Mon Feb 01 2021 - 09:03

Wales finally pull clear of Italy’s grip in another lacklustre display

Wayne Pivac’s side ran three tries in the final 22 minutes in Llanelli

Sat Dec 05 2020 - 19:22

Alun Wyn Jones to become rugby’s most capped international

Wales secondrow named in Wayne Pivac’s team for Six Nations clash with Scotland

Thu Oct 29 2020 - 12:22

Scarlets expecting ‘full-blooded’ contest with Munster in Pro14 clash

Van Graan’s men up against it as they travel to Parc y Scarlets to face in-form Welsh side

Sat Oct 03 2020 - 06:00

Pro 14 preview: Future uncertain but for now Leinster remain the team to beat

Gerry Thornley’s team-by-team guide as the new season gets underway

Fri Oct 02 2020 - 06:00

Van Graan doesn’t regret Munster tactics in loss to Leinster

Head coach says ‘currently we are not good enough at knockout rugby at this stage’

Wed Sept 30 2020 - 06:00

Worst sporting moment: Wales beat Ireland in Wellington - the one which really got away

Sexton left out as golden generation miss the chance of a lifetime in 2011 Rugby World Cup

Tue Aug 25 2020 - 06:00

Former Wales centre Matthew J Watkins dies aged 41

He won 18 caps between 2003 and 2006 before being diagnosed with pelvic cancer

Sat Mar 07 2020 - 12:21

Tiger Roll on course to bid for Grand National history

Gordon Elliott’s charge is a 7-1 favourite to emulate legendary stayer Red Rum to win world’s richest jumps race for third time

Wed Jan 29 2020 - 18:46

Six Nations 2020: Wayne Pivac’s Wales sure to challenge again

Warren Gatland has gone but the defending champions have plenty of strength in depth

Mon Jan 27 2020 - 17:00

Five uncapped players in Wales’ Six Nations squad

There’s a recall for Rhys Webb who last played Test rugby just over two years ago

Wed Jan 15 2020 - 11:39

Gloucester’s teenage winger Louis Rees-Zammit in line for Wales call-up

18-year-old has scored nine tries in 10 games for the English club this season

Tue Jan 14 2020 - 17:26

Wales’ Patchell and Davies to undergo surgery after World Cup exploits

Both will miss Wales v Ireland in the 2020 Six Nations at the Aviva on February 8th

Tue Nov 12 2019 - 12:32

Rugby World Cup 2019: Gerry Thornley’s team of the tournament

Players from six countries are represented, with five of the XV from South Africa

Mon Nov 04 2019 - 13:29

South Africa muscle past Wales to tee-up final against England

Rassie Erasmus’s Springboks break Welsh hearts as they take a physical last four tie

Sun Oct 27 2019 - 13:28

Springboks' power game looks like too much for Wales to handle

Warren Gatland could be taking charge of Wales for a final time against South Africa

Sat Oct 26 2019 - 07:00

Rugby World Cup: Final four set to make a splash as rain returns in force

Tokyo witnessed a downpour that never relented on Friday ahead of the semi-finals

Fri Oct 25 2019 - 19:25

Wales fullback Williams ruled out of World Cup semi-final against Springboks

BBC report Saracens player is also a doubt for Wales’ final game in the tournament

Thu Oct 24 2019 - 18:12

Blow for Wales as injury ends Josh Navidi’s World Cup

Backrow will miss Springboks semi-final after injuring hamstring during France win

Mon Oct 21 2019 - 12:58

Dan Biggar and Jonathan Davies in Wales XV for France clash

Outhalf Biggar passes return to play protocols with as Gatland names strongest side

Fri Oct 18 2019 - 06:24

Rugby World Cup: Mixed messages on high tackles doing rugby no favours

Referees are taking the brunt but coaches and players must accept responsibility also

Sat Sept 28 2019 - 06:00

Christian Lealiifano dropped as Wallabies and Wales name XVs

Michael Cheika hits out at World Rugby following Reece Hodge’s three-match ban

Fri Sept 27 2019 - 08:03

Wales restore some calm after the storm to bat away Georgia challenge

Warren Gatland’s side fly out of the blocks before a second-half battle in Toyota City

Mon Sept 23 2019 - 15:14

Well-scripted send-off that ticked all the right boxes for Ireland

Applause for Rory Best and Joe Schmidt’s last home game felt even sweeter with a win

Mon Sept 09 2019 - 05:00