Gatland bemused by recent Quinlan criticism
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyWarren Gatland hit back at former Ireland international Alan Quinlan and insisted he was far from bitter about his Wales team’s defeat in Dublin.
Banker Bundee has rarely let Ireland down
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyRobbie Henshaw’s dodgy hamstring may be making all the papers but the real story when it comes to Ireland’s midfield options is Bundee Aki.
Why Schmidt threw his weight behind ‘monster’ Kleyn
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyWhether you think he is a monster or a perfect specimen, Jean Kleyn’s fellow Ireland forwards believe the Munster lock is the right type to have around for a World Cup campaign.
Wales train with ‘wet balls and baby oil’ ahead of World Cup opener
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyHumid conditions are anticipated throughout the tournament in Japan.
Down to business now, says Wales coach Warren Gatland
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyAdam Beard and Cory Hill are set to miss Wales’ opening World Cup match.
Jamie Ritchie set to miss Scotland’s World Cup clash with Ireland
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyScotland open their campaign next Sunday.
Easterby And Scannell Confident In Lineout Process
7 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsSimon Easterby and Niall Scannell spoke about some changes to the Ireland lineout and their confidence in the system. Asked about the absence of Devin Toner, Scannell commented, It is obviously disappointing...
We’re Hopeful On Henshaw – Schmidt
7 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsJoe Schmidt’s first official Rugby World Cup 2019 media session was an eventful one with the head coach confirming that Robbie Henshaw had suffered a ‘tightness’ in his hamstring. The...
Robbie Henshaw 'hopeful but not likely' for Scotland clash, says Schmidt
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyHenshaw, who played only 80 minutes during pre-season, in the final warm-up game against Wales in Dublin on September 7, was set to go for a scan this morning.
Conway And McGrath ‘Settling In Nicely’ In Japan
7 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsIt was a busy day at the first full Ireland media session of the Rugby World Cup. Andrew Conway and Luke McGrath spoke about settling in at the team hotel, recovering from the jet lag and adapting to the...
