Toner admits he faces massive test against England
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentDevin Toner was perhaps the most uncomfortable spectator inside the Aviva Stadium last Saturday as he watched Iain Henderson put in a performance that reiterated just how close he is to a place in the...
Ulster Select Herring As Stand-In Captain
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsUlster hooker Rob Herring has been named as the province's captain during the Rugby World Cup period.
Barritt Returns To England Midfield
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsSaracens centre Brad Barritt returns to the England starting line-up for Saturday's final Rugby World Cup warm-up match against Ireland at Twickenham Stadium (kick-off 2.30pm).
Irish Rugby TV: Darren Cave On His RWC Selection
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsIreland centre Darren Cave spoke to Irish Rugby TV about his delight at making the Rugby World Cup squad, his focus on the next game and his thoughts for those players that did not make the final 31.
Irish Rugby TV: Ireland's Rugby World Cup Squad Press Conference
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsHead coach Joe Schmidt spoke to the assembled media today about the difficult selection decisions for Ireland's Rugby World Cup squad, as the 31-man panel was officially confirmed for England 2015.
Players Picked Are 'All Quality Contributors' - Schmidt
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsJoe Schmidt said telling players they have missed out on Rugby World Cup selection is the 'brutal reality' of what international coaches have to do. Read on for his thoughts on some of the 'big calls'...
Forward Trio Ruled Out Of Leinster's League Opener
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsAfter training in UCD today, Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has reported no major injury concerns from last Friday's pre-season game against Moseley RFC.
Forward Trio Ruled Out Of Leinster's League Opener
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsAfter training in UCD today, Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has reported no major injury concerns from last Friday's pre-season game against Moseley RFC.
Ireland Rugby World Cup Squad - Stats & Snippets
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsWho are the oldest and youngest members of the Ireland Rugby World Cup squad? Who is getting ready for his fourth World Cup and can you master our nicknames quiz? Read on for our stats piece on Joe Schmidt's...
Cian Healy and Tadhg Furlong named in Ireland’s Rugby World Cup squad
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Healy underwent neck surgery in May but has won his fitness battle• 22-year-old Furlong won first cap against Wales last weekend• Cave selected over D’Arcy while Jones and Trimble also miss outCian...
