South Africa, Fiji and New Zealand qualify for Rio 2016
1 decade ago by IRBSouth Africa, Fiji and New Zealand have qualified for the men’s rugby sevens competition at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Retiring Strokosch excited by Scotland's future
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsBack-row Alasdair Strokosch says he is leaving behind the most talented Scotland team he has known, after announcing his international retirement.
LIVE: Watch 'real-life superhero' Paul O'Connell become a doctor
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe University of Limerick will this afternoon award an Honorary Doctor of Science to former Ireland rugby captain Paul O’Connell.
Kearney, Kirchner and Madigan return as Leinster make 15 changes for Scarlets visit
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentRob Kearney will make his first start of the season for Leinster when they host the Scarlets at the RDS tomorrow evening in the Guinness PRO12.
Lions Announce Canterbury As Official Partner
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe British & Irish Lions today announced Canterbury as the Official Apparel Partner for the 2017 tour of New Zealand. To celebrate the partnership, Canterbury have created 1,959 limited edition commemorative...
Los Teros fall out of rankings top 20
1 decade ago by IRBUruguay’s preparations for Rugby World Cup 2015 suffered a setback on Saturday when they were beaten 30-15 by Chile in the final round of the South American Championship.
Henshaw Returns At Full-Back For Connacht
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsIreland international Robbie Henshaw will start in the full-back position for Connacht's GUINNESS PRO12 clash with Benetton Treviso at the Sportsground on Friday (kick-off 7.30pm).
First Leinster Starts For Tracy And Kelleher
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsAfter the Captain's Run this morning, Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has announced the team to take on the Scarlets at the RDS on Friday night (kick-off 7.35pm).
Lions set to name Canterbury as kit manufacturer for New Zealand tour
1 decade ago by The TimesThe Lions are expected to announce today that Canterbury will replace adidas as the kit manufacturer for the 2017 tour...
Pool B: Australia boosted by Super Rugby and sevens experience
1 decade ago by IRBFresh from finishing as Oceania Rugby Junior Championship runners-up, Australia name their squad for the World Rugby U20 Championship in Italy.
