Foley thrilled to see Cronin back fit
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster coach Anthony Foley is delighted to see James Cronin back on the field and getting game time under his belt after his comeback from injury against Connacht.
New faces and fit bodies have Munster ready
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster have lost their two pre-season games in Thomond Park but there's no need for any hysteria just yet. It's still pre-season and the Treviso game in Limerick on September 5 will hold far more importance.
Hot prospect ready for leadership role as icon moves on
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe mural reads: 'Tall and proud, Munster to the bone, but Toulon don't forget, he's only on loan'. Occasionally, traces of his voice can still be heard around the gym in UL, but Munster must now plan...
Muldoon eyes early momentum
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentConnacht captain John Muldoon says that an explosive start to the new season is vital as five of their opening Guinness Pro12 games are at home.
New coaching set-up can bring us back to where we belong after lost years
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentSince the news broke that Leo Cullen had officially taken over as head coach, there has been plenty of discussion on how this will affect Leinster's chances of returning to the top.
Inter-pros head north
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMunster's Interprovincial Series kicks of next weekend with the U-20 and U-19 squads travelling to Queens University on Friday, September 4 to take on their Ulster counterparts.
George North makes return with warning over head injuries
1 decade ago by The TimesGeorge North will play his first game for five months when Wales face Ireland in Dublin tomorrow, but he has...
Henry Slade provides fresh options for head coach
1 decade ago by The TimesHenry Slade walked into his meeting with Stuart Lancaster, the England head coach, at 8 o’clock yesterday morning uncertain what...
England back Burgess to add firepower
1 decade ago by The TimesStuart Lancaster cut an emotional figure as he insisted that his decision to select Sam Burgess in England’s World Cup...
Vern Cotter facing decision day over Alex Dunbar
1 decade ago by The TimesScotland’s leading players will finally see some action after being picked to take on Italy at Murrayfield tomorrow in the...
