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Munster targeting home triumph in the Limerick World Club 7s this weekend

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

MUNSTER are gunning for the Limerick World Club 7s title on home turf this weekend and captain Alex Wootton believes the event can be a springboard to XVs success.

New Signing Browne To Start For Ulster

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Ulster head coach Neil Doak has named an extended panel of 33 players for Friday night's pre-season game against Leinster at Kingspan Stadium (kick-off 7.30pm).

Philippe Saint-Andre rings the changes for France’s return match with England

1 decade ago by The Times

England will face a much-altered France side at Stade de France in the World Cup warm-up match on Saturday after...

Jonny Sexton announced as joint president of International Rugby Players Association

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

Ireland's Jonathan Sexton and All Black legend Richie McCaw have been named the inaugural President’s for North and President South respectively.

Connacht And Munster Teams Named For Pre-Season Tie

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Pat Lam has named a 26-man squad to face Munster in Connacht's third and final pre-season clash before the start of the GUINNESS PRO12 in two weeks' time. The Thomond Park fixture kicks off at 7.45pm on...

What time is France vs England on Saturday and what TV channel is it on?

1 decade ago by The Telegraph

Match preview: Full details of the Rugby World Cup warm-up match at Stade de France, including kick-off time, TV schedule, team news and prediction

Munster's O'Donoghue Determined To Build On Debut Season

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

As he approaches completion of his first pre-season in the senior ranks, Jack O'Donoghue plans to build on last season's experiences in challenging for a regular position in the Munster starting line-up.

Leo Cullen: This was too good an opportunity to miss

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

LEINSTER'S new coach Leo Cullen concedes that he didn’t plan on taking over as head coach so soon after retiring but says he couldn’t turn down the chance to lead his beloved Blues.

McLaughlin To Captain Leinster During World Cup Period

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Kevin McLaughlin has this afternoon been confirmed as Leinster's captain during the upcoming Rugby World Cup period.

France vs England: five issues causing Stuart Lancaster concern in Rugby World Cup warm-up

1 decade ago by The Telegraph

France vs England: Burrell at centre, Cipriani's last chance and Brown's fitness are all big questions for England coach Stuart Lancaster