See what happens when priority is put on developing core skills
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThat was as clinical a performance as I can remember for some time by the All Blacks. In terms of creating and finishing opportunities, it was close to perfection.
These Springboks geared to meet adversity head on
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFrom the depths of despair to within a glimpse of the summit, the Springboks' expedition has been led by the type of figures who will not be daunted by mere sporting challenge.
O'Leary rolls back the years to help Munster go top of table
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentTomas O'Leary rolled back the years with a superb second-half cameo to ensure Munster maintained their winning start to the season.
In Quotes: Disappointment mixed with pride as 'gulf in class shows'
1 decade ago by Irish Independent"You've done your country proud @IrishRugby. Just wasn't meant to be ... All credit to Argentina, immense all over the pitch today!" - golfer Rory McIlroy
Carnival of tears inside Dublin docklands' rugby big-top
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThey dreamed, cheered and cried together as Ireland's Rugby World Cup journey came to a bitter end.
It's a long journey home for downcast Irish fans
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentArgentina were being wished the "best of Irish luck" last night as fans digested another World Cup disaster.
George Hook: Ireland's players were willing, but ultimately they fell at the highest level
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentHistory will have to wait. Ireland's World Cup journey ended at the quarter-final stage in Cardiff yesterday, as it has done so many times before in this tournament.
Anthony Foley seeks improvement despite Munster comeback
1 decade ago by The TimesAnthony Foley believes his Munster side will need to step up a few notches if they are to extend their...
Scots rage after last-minute heartbreak
1 decade ago by The TimesScotland have been knocked out of the Rugby World Cup after a controversial late penalty handed a quarter final victory...
Referee controversy denies Scotland shock win over Australia
1 decade ago by The TimesScotland were denied a shock victory over Australia by a controversial decision from Craig Joubert, the referee, in the final...
