Confidence of Jones' new-look squad can fuel ambition
5 years ago by Irish IndependentInternational rugby, as Danny Cipriani reflected last week, has become a war of attrition and territory, a physical grind that repudiates risk and makes for dull viewing. All that threatens to be unpredictable...
Guinness PRO14 Preview: Connacht v Ospreys
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsWith Munster losing last night, Connacht have an opportunity to close the gap on the Conference B leaders when they host the Ospreys in today’s rearranged Guinness PRO14 fixture in Galway. GUINNESS...
Relief for Sexton as Cullen says he'll link up with Ireland after 'precautionary' withdrawal
5 years ago by Irish IndependentLeinster coach Leo Cullen says his decision to take Johnny Sexton off early in the second-half of tonight's win over Munster was "precautionary" which will come as a great relief for Ireland coach Andy...
Munster Let Lead Slip As Larmour Strikes Decisive Blow
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsJordan Larmour’s 68th-minute try ripped the result out of Munster’s grasp as Leinster triumphed 13-10 in a real dogfight of a Guinness PRO14 derby at Thomond Park. Table-topping Munster had...
Six Nations teams need to show more adventure – but don't hold your breath | Paul Rees
5 years ago by The GuardianEmphasis on physicality and defensive kicking unlikely to provide much relief for viewers of this year’s championship International rugby, as Danny Cipriani reflected last week, has become a war of attrition...
Connacht Make Sevens Changes For Ospreys Game
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsA number of key players make a welcome return to the Connacht squad for Sunday’s rescheduled Guinness PRO14 clash with the Ospreys at the Sportsground (kick-off 3pm). In all there are seven changes...
Second Rows: Level Up Player Workshop Line Up Confirmed
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe line up for the Second Rows’ Level Up workshop on January 28th has been confirmed. Registration is now open all 8 planned events under the theme: Developing Positional Understanding Through Watching...
Crossing the divide - What is it like to swap the blue jersey for a red one or to make the big switch from Limerick to Dublin?
5 years ago by Irish IndependentFor Tony Ward, it was the sound of silence that encapsulated the difference. During his glittering Munster career, the Ireland out-half found the hush that descended on the old Thomond Park a comfort as...
Guinness PRO14 Preview: Munster v Leinster
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsChief amongst the rearranged Guinness PRO14 fixtures is tonight’s mouth-watering derby in Limerick. Leinster were the last away team to win at Thomond Park 13 months ago, although table-topping Munster...
Garrett Fitzgerald And Louise Galvin Among RWI Award Winners
5 years ago by Munster Rugby NewsFormer Munster Rugby CEO Garrett Fitzgerald and UL Bohemian club woman Louise Galvin were both honoured at this year’s Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland awards. Fitzgerald, who sadly passed away...
