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New Zealand coach defends decision to play flanker Jerome Kaino as lock against Ireland

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Steve Hansen has defended the decision to parachute flanker Jerome Kaino in at lock for New Zealand's first-ever defeat to Ireland.

Irish Rugby TV: Ireland v New Zealand Post-Match Reaction

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland captain Rory Best, head coach Joe Schmidt and 70-cap star Rob Kearney gave us their reaction on the pitch in the minutes after the historic 40-29 victory over New Zealand at Soldier Field.

Byrne fires Leinster into top spot with bonus point victory

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

There may have been 13 Leinster players in action in Chicago for Ireland last night, but Leo Cullen still had more than enough in his armoury to secure a bonus point win in Italy yesterday evening.

Leinster return to top spot

1 decade ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Adam Byrne's hat-trick helped fire Leinster back to the top of the Guinness PRO12 table with a 33-10 win at Zebre.

Irish Rugby TV: Ireland Post-Match Press Conference

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt and captain Rory Best spoke to the media following the team's superb 40-29 win over New Zealand at Soldier Field in Chicago.

In Pics: Ireland 40 New Zealand 29

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Relive all the excitement, drama and elation of Ireland's hugely memorable performance and result against World champions and Rugby Championship winners New Zealand. Check out our bumper match photo gallery...

Leinster have a new hero as Adam Byrne bags hat-trick in win over Zebre

1 decade ago by Irish Independent

Adam Byrne's hat-trick helped fire Leinster back to the top of the Guinness PRO12 table with a 33-10 win at Zebre.

Ulster Bank League: Division 1A Review

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Dublin University's loss to Lansdowne, combined with Young Munster's thrilling bonus point success at St. Mary's, has the Cookies at the top of the pile in Ulster Bank League Division 1A.

Ulster Bank League: Division 1B Review

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Buccaneers' fifth and most significant win of the league season has moved them to the top of Ulster Bank League Division 1B, while struggling Shannon got off the mark by beating Munster rivals Dolphin...

Ulster Bank League: Results Round-Up

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Division 2B leaders Armagh now stand as the only club left with a 100% record in this season's Ulster Bank League. Some thrilling matches have seen Young Munster and Buccaneers move to the top of the table...