Euro refixtures to hit Schmidt's plans
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentJoe Schmidt's preparations for the Six Nations could face some disruption after it was revealed that Munster and Ulster will face re-arranged Champions Cup action on the weekend of January 8/9/10.
Van der Flier grabs chance to shake up pecking order
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentAfter a humbling fortnight in Europe, these two teams came to the RDS in search of some light relief and, while there was no redemption in an 8-3 win for the superior home team, there were at least some...
Alan Quinlan: Lam's ever-improving troops have the ability to end their Thomond Park nightmare with victory over Reds
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIt must be near Christmas time when you see the Irish inter-pros coming thick and fast. And this afternoon's Munster versus Connacht tie at Thomond Park has the potential to be one of the most exciting...
Munster will provide stiff test of Connacht's credentials
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFor three weeks, Connacht have led the way atop the Guinness Pro12 but they will need to produce their best performance of the season to get a result in Thomond Park and stay there.
Tony Ward: Now or never for Madigan - he can be a top No 10 but he needs to leave Leinster
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentPush me to identify Ian Madigan's most effective position right now and I will struggle. If truly honest, I will say 'impact sub'. As he has shown time and again for Leinster and Ireland over the past...
Late Adam Ashe try spares blushes of struggling champions
1 decade ago by The TimesGlasgow Warriors face a big few weeks but there was nothing in this game that will worry any of the...
Eddie Jones allowed to take second job at a bank
1 decade ago by The TimesOnly a week after Eddie Jones was presented as the new England head coach, he was announced yesterday as a...
Dan Carter admits move to Paris worries family
1 decade ago by The TimesDan Carter arrived in Paris yesterday to begin his three-year contract as the best-paid player in world rugby and said...
Owen Slot’s guide to the Aviva Premiership weekend
1 decade ago by The TimesToday Sale Sharks v Newcastle Falcons (2.30pm) Newcastle have not won a game in this season’s Aviva Premiership. They give...
Connacht underdogs best placed to have their day
1 decade ago by The TimesEverything is stacked against Connacht tonight: Munster’s resources, the weight of history and, now, the weather forecast. Rain and strong...
