Saint-Andre's men are unpredictable but very dangerous, warns ex-Munster coach Mannix
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFormer Munster backs coach Simon Mannix says the French public has no idea what to expect from their country going into the World Cup.
Lam braced for 'enormous test'
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentPat Lam reckons an "enormous challenge" awaits Connacht this evening (7.35) against Glasgow Warriors but his side will be full of confidence after starting their campaign with a win last weekend.
Ulster signing Piutau joins Wasps
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentUlster's marquee signing Charles Piutau will spend this season at Wasps on loan before linking up with the province.
Players get kitted out with new suits
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFormer Connacht star Gavin Duffy - now the province's business development executive - is delighted that Anthony Ryan's Menswear has become the official formal wear supplier to the senior squad.
Time to end Glasgow hoodoo
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentConnacht will bid to end a seven-match losing run against Glasgow Warriors when they take on the champions at Scotstoun this evening.
Eddie O'Sullivan on way out of Biarritz job after disastrous start to new season
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFormer Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan is understood to have parted company with Biarritz Olympique after a disappointing start to their Pro D2 campaign.
Galwegians aim to make winning return to top flight
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentNewly-promoted Galwegians open their Ulster Bank League Division 1A campaign at home to Cork Con at Crowley Park tomorrow (2.30) as top-flight rugby returns to the west.
Brive stumble to second defeat
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentBrive picked up a bonus point when falling to their second defeat in the opening three games of the Top 14 when they lost 21-18 away to La Rochelle.
Falvey hails his heroines' work-rate as Munster retain title
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentA hard-fought win for the Munster Women in their final game of the interprovincial series sealed their 11th Championship title.
Underage competitions get revamp
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster clubs at U-16 and U-18 level will take part in a restructured competition format this season.
