Namibia slow down All Black juggernaut
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThere were nine tries for the All Blacks, including two each for the wings Nehe Milner-Skudder and Julian Savea, but as World Cup routs go, it could have been an awful lot worse for Namibia, the lowest-ranked...
Keen student Healy seeking extra edge in bid to reclaim No 1 shirt
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAfter a week spent in the serene surrounds of St George's Park, the Ireland squad will today up camp and rejoin to the World Cup party in London.
Chisholm aims to make mark
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentNew Munster signing Mark Chisholm is hopeful he can make an impact with the Reds over the next two seasons.
Saili settling into new surroundings
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAll Black centre Francis Saili says he has bedded in well to the Munster way of life.
A positive start, now let's really kick on
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentI was engrossed in the opening weekend of the Rugby World Cup, and Ireland's win over Canada was arguably the most clinical performance of all.
Over 17,000 turn out to see Leicester
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentLeicester Tigers are the only one of Munster's opponents in action this week as the leagues around Europe continue on their break for the World Cup.
Fingerprints of Andy Farrell all over replacing artistry with aura against Wales
1 decade ago by The TimesBattle lines have been drawn up in England this week. Since it leaked that George Ford was to be dropped...
Mind the gap: unfair schedule aids mighty and hinders minnows
1 decade ago by The TimesAt the 2003 World Cup, Italy, who had recently graduated to the status of a Tier 1 nation, were allocated...
When giants collide . . . how rivals measure up
1 decade ago by The TimesEngland 1 Joe MarlerAge 25 Caps 34 Club Harlequins Height 6ft 1in Weight 18st 8lb Taught a lesson by the...
Scotland the bold give crowd plenty to cheer
1 decade ago by The TimesSafety first? Not with this Scotland team. One of the things that coaches and supporters like about the present side...
