All Blacks focused on finding best form, not 'putting on a show'
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentNew Zealand have gone out of their way to embrace the North East this week.
Le Roux primed to target old pal Sexton's 'weak points'
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThere is something refreshing about dipping your toe out of the Ireland camp for a day to gauge the mood of the weekend's opponents.
The Big Interview: Jordan Coghlan - 'I miss the Leinster lads but I'm a lot happier down here'
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThere's no room for sentiment in professional sport - the Munster and Leinster rivalry is arguably the biggest on these shores, but the divide has been diluted.
Once in a lifetime opportunity for youngsters at Aviva Stadium
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentOver 300 young rugby players will get a once in a lifetime opportunity to run out and play at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday.
Foley: We're ready for marathon
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster will regroup next week to embark on a marathon run of 16 games in a row as Anthony Foley's men bid for glory on two fronts.
Failure to pick Sam Burgess exposes muddled logic of England management
1 decade ago by The TimesAnd so England named their final match-day squad for their World Cup. Uruguay, battered by Fiji on Tuesday night without...
England’s top coaches turn up heat on Stuart Lancaster
1 decade ago by The TimesStuart Lancaster was criticised by Aviva Premiership coaches yesterday for failing to accommodate a range of characters in his England...
Bryan Habana on brink of eclipsing his idol
1 decade ago by The TimesTwenty years ago Bryan Habana chased Jonah Lomu around a hotel in search of an autograph. Having got his name,...
Wales call up Justin Tipuric for battle of the breakdown
1 decade ago by The TimesWarren Gatland believes that he has concocted the perfect back-row recipe to thwart David Pocock, Australia’s breakdown specialist, and ensure...
Australia daunted by task of outwitting ‘genius’ Warren Gatland
1 decade ago by The TimesTo listen to Australia’s players and coaches sizing up their latest opposition, they feel the biggest threat provided by Wales...
