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Johnny Holland Forced To Retire

9 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Munster have today confirmed that Johnny Holland will retire from professional rugby with immediate effect. The young out-half, who initially sustained a hamstring injury while playing for Munster 'A'...

Tolofua relishing prospect of Saracens move

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

France hooker Christopher Tolofua is convinced playing for Saracens will help take his game to the next level after joining the English club on a two-year deal from the beginning of next season.

IRFU Statement On Ruan Pienaar Contract

9 years ago by Irish Rugby News

In response to a number of media queries following Ulster Rugby's announcement regarding Ruan Pienaar this morning, the following statement has been issued by the IRFU.

Munster Set Sights On Scarlets

9 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Munster continue preparations for this weekend's GUINNESS PRO12 opener away to the Scarlets, with director of rugby Rassie Erasmus meeting with the media following this morning's pitch session at UL.

GUINNESS PRO12: Round 1 Preview

9 years ago by Irish Rugby News

The road to the GUINNESS PRO12 final in Dublin on May 27, 2017, begins this weekend as a new season opens up with Connacht defending their title which they won against Leinster just three months ago.

Connacht Issue Injury Update Ahead Of PRO12 Opener

9 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Ahead of Saturday's GUINNESS PRO12 opener against Glasgow Warriors at the Sportsground, the Connacht medical team provided the following update.

Marmion keen to challenge Murray for Ireland shirt

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

Kieran Marmion is adamant he needs to step up his game if he is challenge Conor Murray for the Ireland scrum-half jersey this season.

Henshaw And O'Brien 'Making Good Progress' - Cullen

9 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen says that Robbie Henshaw and Sean O'Brien are 'making good progress' and that Jonathan Sexton is 'a couple of weeks away' from making a return to action for the province.

Laidlaw backs Cotter to fight for success in final year

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

Greig Laidlaw believes Vern Cotter will be desperate to leave his Scotland post on a high after the 2017 RBS 6 Nations.

Munster Enjoy Seven-Try Success Against Worcester

9 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Munster will enter the competitive season off the back of a comprehensive 52-21 triumph over Worcester Warriors, with James Cronin, Simon Zebo, Darren Sweetnam, Ronan O'Mahony, Ian Keatley and Cian Bohane...