Fit-again Healy sure he can kick on from his lively comeback cameo
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThere's something about a packed Cardiff on a match day. It rarely disappoints and yet again on Saturday it delivered. More importantly, so too did Ireland.
Japan bask in glory as shocked Boks look for answers
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe staff and guests of the Brighton Hilton rolled out the red carpet, literally, for Japan when the team that shook up the World Cup returned to their city-centre hotel on Saturday night.
Injury blows for France and Italy overshadow forgettable encounter
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentA rather drab game, which France won so comfortably that they really should have secured a bonus point, was overshadowed by two tournament-ending injuries, with French wing Yoann Huget damaging cruciate...
Coffey makes impact as Terenure find winning groove
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentTerenure College produced a superior second-half display at Lakelands Park to beat Galwegians 32-21 and claim their opening win in Division 1A of the Ulster Bank League.
Fresh injuries leave Gatland cursing luck as England loom
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWarren Gatland has tried to push Wales' underdog status at every juncture leading up to the World Cup.
Samoa hail victory over USA but know wounded Boks will be back
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentSamoa coach Stephen Betham admitted his side were not at their best as they beat the USA 25-16 in their World Cup Pool B clash in Brighton.
Nervy All Blacks edge thriller
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIt's the hope that inevitably kills you. Just ask Ireland.
Army of Irish fans glad to avoid potential banana skin with Cup bid up and running
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThey came, they saw, they conquered. It wasn't Rome - but the sunshine and carnival atmosphere made it feel like a fiesta in a Mediterranean city. The streets around the Millennium stadium were one giant,...
5 things we've learned from opening World Cup games: Japan shock, rocky chariot and Irish fluency
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentBrave Blossoms send shockwaves around world as Ireland hit the ground running
Alan Quinlan: Iain Henderson stands tall in perfect start
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThat was almost the perfect way for Ireland to start their World Cup campaign. A convincing win, loads of tries, big individual and team performances, and a clean bill of health has ticked all the boxes.
