IRFU back South African teams to join expanded PRO14 as they want more competition
3 years ago by Rugby DumpThere are reports that South African teams could join an expanded Pro14 as early as the end of this month in an effort to boost the competition of the league.
Henshaw: We’re Just Keen To Get Back Out And Keep Building
3 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsAs he looks to make his return from a recent injury lay-off against Scotland this Saturday, Robbie Henshaw insists the mood within the Ireland camp remains upbeat. After sustaining an adductor strain in...
Pumas believe Matera's racist tweets were dug up in response to lack of respect for Maradona passing
3 years ago by Rugby DumpIn the wake of the shocking news that Argentina skipper Pablo Matera has been stood down and stripped of his captancy due to a number of racist tweets from almost ten years ago, a theory published by The...
Making The Jump – Hannah O’Connor
3 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsDespite the challenges of 2020, Hannah O’Connor is another player who can reflect on a positive 12 months on the rugby pitch. The number 8’s consistency with Blackrock College saw her named Energia...
Ireland Squad Update – Burns Ruled Out of Scotland Fixture
3 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsBilly Burns’ groin injury has ruled him out of the final Guinness Series fixture of the Autumn Nations Cup. Will Connors is proceeding through the graduated return to play protocols but the decision...
Andrew Hat-Trick Crowns Resounding Win For Ulster
3 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsJohn Andrew drove over for a hat-trick of tries as Ulster thumped Edinburgh 43-14 at BT Murrayfield to edge ahead of Leinster at the top of Conference A. Dan McFarland’s in-form side made it eight...
Unbeaten Munster Make Short Work Of Zebre
3 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsDamien de Allende, Sean French and Thomas Ahern scored their first Munster tries in a 52-3 Guinness PRO14 pummelling of Zebre at Thomond Park. In addition to a penalty try, Dan Goggin (7 minutes), de Allende...
David Nucifora Media Briefing
3 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsIRFU High Performance Director David Nucifora today held a virtual media briefing to provide an update on a range of subjects across Irish Rugby, including the challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic,...
Another foul play talking point as Bulls prop was sent off for debatable high shot in Currie Cup
3 years ago by Rugby DumpBulls loosehead prop Jacques van Rooyen found himself in hot water during the second half of their 22-20 victory over Western Province in South Africa's Currie Cup. The TMO spotted a dangerous tackle that...
Ryan Targets A ‘Top End’ Performance In Scotland Play-Off
3 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThey may have come away with a fifth home win of 2020 yesterday, but Ireland captain James Ryan is hoping for a much better performance against Scotland next Saturday. While Andy Farrell’s men did...
