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January
January 2024
'One good game doesn't make me Ireland's future No 10. I've got to back it up'
Ulster out-half Billy Burns hasn’t given up hope of playing his way back into Andy Farrell’s plans.
3 Jan
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Shamrock Rovers complete loan signing of Darragh Burns from MK Dons
2 Jan
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'We need to be able to execute better' - Leinster rue inaccuracy after Ulster defeat
2 Jan
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'There was some high-quality kicking, Billy is one of the best in the game at that'
1 Jan
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Burns masterclass steers Ulster to one-point win over Leinster
Ulster edged a brilliant URC derby 22-21 in Dublin.
Ciarán Kennedy
Reports from the RDS
1 Jan
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Last year
2023
The key questions facing Andy Farrell as Ireland head into 2024
The Ireland coach has plenty to ponder ahead of the new season.
Selecting Ireland's new captain
The out-half question
Building greater squad depth
30 Dec 2023
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The 42's Best of 2023: Andy Farrell, the ordinary kid who had to win
Ciarán Kennedy travels to Wigan to meet the coaches and players that shaped Ireland’s head coach.
28 Dec 2023
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'Joe is getting better all the time' - McCarthy continues to impress for Leinster
28 Dec 2023
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Munster to consider short-term cover as injury count rises
28 Dec 2023
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Munster's squad left looking light as Leinster bench makes big impact
27 Dec 2023
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'It’s an Achilles. It doesn’t look good' - Edogbo latest injury concern for Munster
26 Dec 2023
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Leinster edge Munster after gripping battle at Thomond Park
26 Dec 2023
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Leinster edge Munster after gripping battle at Thomond Park
26 Dec 2023
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The potential risks and rewards of Leinster’s swoop for RG Snyman
The South African lock has the potential to be a game-changer or an expensive gamble for Leinster.
19 Dec 2023
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Leinster confirm signing of Munster's RG Snyman
19 Dec 2023
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Leinster confirm signing of Munster's RG Snyman
19 Dec 2023
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'He really inspires you' - Nienaber striking right notes with Leinster squad
The South African coach has quickly impressed at his new club.
19 Dec 2023
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Felipe Contepomi named new Argentina head coach as Michael Cheika departs
18 Dec 2023
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'I believe the best is yet to come' - Caelan Doris signs three-year IRFU central contract
18 Dec 2023
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Co-captains approach causing issues for Leinster and match officials
18 Dec 2023
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Leinster on course for home advantage in Europe but have plenty room for improvement
17 Dec 2023
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Leinster relieved to overcome 'sluggish' start against Sale
16 Dec 2023
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Strong second-half display sees Leinster overcome stubborn Sale at RDS
The home side trailed at half-time but crossed for four second-half tries.
16 Dec 2023
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IRFU finalise World Cup review as Nucifora era hits home stretch
Performance director David Nucifora held his annual briefing in Abbotstown yesterday.
15 Dec 2023
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14 Dec 2023
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14 Dec 2023
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15 Dec 2023
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IRFU: One player per province could join Ireland Sevens squad for Paris Olympics
14 Dec 2023
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Nucifora: IRFU would be 'ecstatic' if Farrell led Lions in 2025
14 Dec 2023
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6
Andy Farrell signs new four-year contract as Ireland head coach
Farrell commits to Ireland until after the 2027 World Cup.
New deal a "significant coup" for Irish rugby
Mike Catt set to step down as attack coach next summer
14 Dec 2023
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Beirne: Munster have 'no choice' but to win in Exeter
12 Dec 2023
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'We’ve got form on the road' - Bayonne draw puts pressure on Munster ahead of trip to Exeter
11 Dec 2023
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'We weren't clinical at all' - Blunt attack a sore point for Munster
10 Dec 2023
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'It just wasn’t a good enough version of us' - Rowntree
9 Dec 2023
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Bayonne strike late to steal famous draw on frustrating night for Munster
9 Dec 2023
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Harry Byrne must seize opportunity against La Rochelle as Leinster 10 debate rumbles on
The out-half will earn his first Champions Cup start against La Rochelle tomorrow.
9 Dec 2023
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Youthful Munster can kick-off Champions Cup campaign on a high against Bayonne
9 Dec 2023
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3
Connacht fall flat as impressive Bordeaux silence The Sportsground
8 Dec 2023
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'There's a lot I feel I haven’t accomplished both with Leinster and Ireland'
8 Dec 2023
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Connacht seek big performance to keep Bordeaux's French stars quiet
8 Dec 2023
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3
Shane Keegan steps down as Cobh Ramblers manager
7 Dec 2023
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British and Irish Lions to visit Dublin in 2025 for historic first fixture in Ireland
7 Dec 2023
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