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Gareth Steenson stars as Exeter edge Harlequins in thriller

1 decade ago by The Times

Exeter Chiefs clung on to second place with an absorbing victory over Harlequins at Sandy Park to increase the belief...

Brilliant Connacht win in Munster for first time in 29 years

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

BUNDEE AKI beat his chest in defiance after his try settled an entertaining derby in Connacht’s favour to create history for Connacht as they won in Limerick for the first time since 1986.

Saracens 48 Worcester 18, match report: Scintillating Sarries put Worcester in their place

1 decade ago by The Telegraph

Saracens 48 Worcester 18: Saracens win with a commanding six-try victory to extend their unbeaten run to ten matches

Ulster Bank League: Division 1A Review

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Connacht squad member Shane O'Leary made the most of his late inclusion in the Galwegians team as his 18-point haul helped them beat bottom side Ballynahinch 33-16 at Crowley Park in Ulster Bank League...

Ulster Bank League: Division 1B Review

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Shannon are up to fifth in Ulster Bank League Division 1B after coming from behind to beat Munster rivals Dolphin 30-19 in difficult weather conditions at Coonagh.

Chris Ashton leads the way as Saracens make it a magnificent seven

1 decade ago by The Times

Saracens continued their rampant start to the season, with Chris Ashton scoring two tries in a clear win over Worcester...

Best agrees new contract with Ireland and Ulster

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Rory Best has spoken of his honour in representing his country after agreeing a new dual contract with Ireland and Ulster Rugby.

Ex-Lions coach backs fiery Dylan Hartley as new England captain

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

Ian McGeechan believes recently-appointed England coach Eddie Jones should make the irascible Dylan Hartley his new captain.

Thousands turn out to pay final respects to Jonah Lomu

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

The world of rugby united to say one final farewell to All Blacks legend Jonah Lomu.

'It was a massive call to leave home - you can't go half-hearted'

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

This afternoon, Bundee Aki will be 36,543 kilometres from home but his midfield battle with Francis Saili will be a familiar affair.