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September 2023
# Options
Temperature rises in Tours as Farrell finalises team for Ireland's opener
The selection for the World Cup clash with Romania could prove important down the line.
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Sep 1st 2023, 5:27 PM
This year
2023
# depth chart
Which players have played the most for Ireland under Andy Farrell?
The Ireland boss has handed out 30 debuts since his tenure began in 2020.
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Jan 22nd 2023, 8:00 AM
Last year
2022
# Squad
The Connacht depth chart: Back three boost and arrivals from Leinster
The western province had hoped to sign a new tighthead prop ahead of this season.
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Sep 15th 2022, 4:54 PM
# Bouncing Back
The Leinster depth chart: Jenkins adds size and is Frawley a 10?
Charlie Ngatai has come in to provide another experienced option in midfield.
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Sep 13th 2022, 8:11 PM
# Options
The Munster depth chart: Fekitoa's impact and Snyman's second return
Graham Rowntree has interesting options in the halfback positions.
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Sep 11th 2022, 7:00 AM
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Martial remains an absentee as Ten Hag mulls over Antony's inclusion against Arsenal
Martial has been ruled out with an Achilles injury since an impressive second-half impact against Liverpool.
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Sep 2nd 2022, 2:09 PM
# Analysis
Beirne's break, Sexton's subtle touches, and Ireland's shape key to superb start
Ireland delivered 156 seconds of excellent rugby to send themselves on the way to making history.
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Jul 11th 2022, 7:30 PM
# Options
Bradley confirms Rovers are examining free-agent list from Ukraine and Russia
“If there is something that really jumps out that we think will improve us, it is something we will bring to the board.”
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Mar 10th 2022, 11:10 AM
# Blow
Hooker Kelleher ruled out of the rest of Ireland's Six Nations campaign
The 24-year-old suffered a shoulder injury in Paris last weekend.
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Feb 18th 2022, 12:00 PM
# playmaker
'It definitely helps us that we're not just relying on our 9s and 10s to run it'
Robbie Henshaw is happy to step up as a distributor for Leinster and Ireland.
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Jan 25th 2022, 7:51 PM
All time
# Options
All indications are that Munster's clash with Wasps will go ahead as scheduled
The bulk of Johann van Graan’s senior squad are still in South Africa.
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Nov 29th 2021, 4:56 PM
# Squad
The Ulster depth chart: A World Cup winner and the thrilling back three
Dan McFarland’s men are aiming to be in trophy contention this season.
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Sep 17th 2021, 8:00 PM
# pipeline
The Leinster depth chart: Three Test tightheads and another back row battle
Leo Cullen’s squad features plenty of midfield options and some exciting young talent.
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Sep 16th 2021, 8:00 PM
# Squad
The Connacht depth chart: A new Tongan lock and dealing with Buckley injury
Andy Friend has a 43-man senior squad coming into the new season.
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Sep 15th 2021, 8:01 PM
# Options
The Munster depth chart: Zebo's return and the promising young guns
Johann van Graan has seen five senior forwards depart during the summer.
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Sep 14th 2021, 10:30 PM
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Harrington weighing up big decision on future amid offers to turn professional
The Olympic champion says her next move must suit her partner, Mandy Loughlin, as well as her family.
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Aug 17th 2021, 1:21 PM
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Paris, the pros, or peace and quiet: What might be next for Kellie Harrington?
Gavan Casey explores three potential avenues for Ireland’s third Olympic boxing champion, all of which may appeal to her for different reasons.
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Aug 9th 2021, 9:24 PM
# Options
Kellie Harrington has ability to be 'very successful' in pro ranks, says Barry McGuigan
And a mega fight with Katie Taylor would be ‘massive’.
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Aug 9th 2021, 9:57 AM
# Options
Gatland looks certain to mix up Lions selection for third Test decider
The back three looks set for changes after a tough night against the Springboks.
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Aug 1st 2021, 6:00 AM
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Henshaw primed to play a central role in a dangerous Lions backline
20-year-old Louis Rees-Zammit has been included among the Lions’ back three options.
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Jun 19th 2021, 7:30 AM
# Halfbacks
Murray strives to keep number nine shirt as Biggar battles to lead from 10
Owen Farrell can’t be discounted as a key man in this Lions squad.
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Jun 18th 2021, 3:04 PM
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Beirne, Henderson and Conan looking to force way into Lions Test spots
The second row and back row combination will be pivotal for Warren Gatland’s side.
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Jun 17th 2021, 5:40 PM
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Tadhg Furlong set to be a key man in the Lions front row again
Warren Gatland will have some big calls to make at loosehead prop and hooker.
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Jun 16th 2021, 7:30 PM
# Options
Connacht happy with depth for next season but Buckley injury a concern
Mack Hansen and Leva Fifita will join the province this summer.
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Jun 3rd 2021, 6:45 AM
# Injury Update
Cooney and Stockdale ruled out of Ulster's final game of season
Eric O’Sullivan has also been ruled out of the clash with Edinburgh.
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Jun 1st 2021, 3:44 PM
# Options
European Super League considering steps 'to reshape project' as six English clubs withdraw
Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool, Tottenham, Arsenal and Chelsea all withdrew from the project on Tuesday night.
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Apr 21st 2021, 8:09 AM
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Leinster scrum-half Osborne set for move to Munster at end of season
The 24-year-old Kildare man initially earned his place in the pro game by impressing in the AIL.
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Mar 9th 2021, 9:02 PM
# Selection
Farrell's 23-man squad indicates a settled Ireland side for Scotland clash
The retention of Ryan Baird suggests he could be involved again in Edinburgh.
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Mar 1st 2021, 7:30 PM
# Options
Doris injury leaves Ireland with crucial call in the back row for visit to Wales
Head coach Andy Farrell has a range of skillsets to choose from for his side’s Six Nations opener.
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Feb 2nd 2021, 7:00 PM
# open thread
What should happen with the 2021 British and Irish Lions tour?
There appear to be three options as Lions bosses meet in the next month.
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Jan 13th 2021, 11:19 AM
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POM provides Ireland back-up but van der Flier 'doing nothing wrong'
Will Connors will make his Test debut at openside flanker against Italy on Saturday.
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Oct 21st 2020, 5:29 PM
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Leinster and Munster with some key selection decisions to confirm
The reigning champions have options in their back three, while Johann van Graan could make a back row change.
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Sep 1st 2020, 1:00 AM
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Gatland says he would coach Chiefs for free if 2021 Lions tour is cancelled
South Africa is struggling to contain coronavirus.
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Aug 7th 2020, 2:55 PM
# beefed up
The Munster depth chart: Big-name signings and fascinating selection battles
Johann van Graan’s 43-man senior squad looks well set to push on this season.
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Jul 30th 2020, 9:00 PM
# Building
The Ulster depth chart: Madigan and Mathewson add experience
Dan McFarland has some exciting young players in his squad.
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Jul 29th 2020, 9:50 PM
# STrength
The Leinster depth chart: How do you pick from those back row options?
Leo Cullen’s men will be looking to pick up where they left off when rugby resumes.
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Jul 28th 2020, 8:06 PM
# Options
The Connacht depth chart: Andy Friend's 43-man senior squad
The western province have several new faces in their squad ahead of next month’s restart.
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Jul 27th 2020, 7:00 PM
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What kind of shape are Andy Farrell's Ireland in as they look towards next season?
Ireland were due to face Australia in Brisbane today.
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Jul 4th 2020, 7:00 AM
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Inter-provincial series among possibilities for any return of rugby
‘That sort of scenario is a possibility of playing out due to the travel issues.’
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Apr 15th 2020, 1:04 PM
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Garcia sets sights on Pacquiao and Spence after seeing off Vargas
The American was back at welterweight after last year’s loss against Errol Spence Jr.
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