Fears grow over Cian Healy's World Cup participation
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentSpeculation is mounting that Cian Healy is struggling in his race to be fit in time for the World Cup.
Australia's Quade Cooper apologises for social media rant
1 decade ago by The TelegraphAustralia fly-half Quade Cooper posted an expletive-laden response to being criticised for his display in win over Argentina
Outburst from Cooper mars impressive Australia win
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentJust hours after Australia had seen off Argentina to set up a Rugby Championship showdown against New Zealand, question marks were again raised about the squad’s unity after a bizarre tweet from Quade...
Leinster set to confirm Cullen as coach
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAs reported in last Thursday’s Irish Independent, Leo Cullen is set to be confirmed as Leinster’s new head coach on a full time basis.
Video: This haymaker of a punch could prove very costly for Australia and Michael Hooper
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIn the aftermath of Australia’s bonus point 34-9 win over Argentina last night, Wallabies coach Michael Cheika must have allowed himself a moment of satisfactory reflection as his side will now host...
Australia star Quade Cooper posts foul-mouthed Twitter rant after Argentina win
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMichael Cheika’s Australia side won their second straight Rugby Championship game after beating Argentina away last night, but it looks like at least one squad member isn’t entirely happy at the moment.
Leo Cullen set to be handed the head coach role at Leinster - reports
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentLeo Cullen is set to replace Matt O'Connor as Leinster head coach, according to reports.
New Zealand still Rugby Championship favourites, says Michael Cheika
1 decade ago by The TimesNew Zealand are a long way ahead of their Southern Hemisphere rivals, according to the Australia coach, Michael Cheika, who...
Wallabies set up Rugby Championship decider with All Blacks with win over Pumas
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAustralia set up a Rugby Championship showdown against New Zealand as they routed Argentina 34-9 in a bonus point victory in Mendoza.
Ireland's leading light is happy to be limbo dancing under the radar
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAt only 26 - and a bit -there's a decent chance Conor Murray will still be around the Ireland squad for 2019 when Rugby World Cup breaks new ground and goes to Japan. And if he is, you know that in his...
