The Irishman making the most of his Indian summer
1 decade ago by The TimesMike Ross began 2009 uncapped and unloved. He was 29, an Irishman abroad, unheard of back home and fearful that...
White desperate to build on World Cup debut
1 decade ago by Connacht Rugby OfficialConnacht's Nathan White admits it was a relief to make his Rugby World Cup debut against Canada over the weekend - and the prop has vowed to keep up the challenge on Mike Ross for the No.3 jersey.
Ireland’s skewed schedule puts scrum under the spotlight at Twickenham
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Schmidt: ‘England know we stay up and we’ll stay square’• Mike Ross predicts ‘baptism of fire’ for Furlong against EnglandIt might not help Joe Schmidt’s cause on Saturday that Ireland...
VIDEO: Mike Ross backs Tadhg Furlong to succeed at loosehead
1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyMike Ross backed Leinster teammate Tadhg Furlong to show the versatility coach Joe Schmidt is looking for from his players.
Mike Ross back Tadhg Furlong to handle Twickenham 'baptism of fire'
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentTadhg Furlong can handle his "baptism of fire" at loosehead prop against England at Twickenham on Saturday, according to Mike Ross.
5 Rugby World Cup bolters
1 decade agoWith just under 15 days until the start of the Rugby World Cup in England, we take a look at some of new names in international rugby who look to feature on the World's biggest stage.Tadhg Furlong (Ireland)Furlong,...
Ireland announce 31 man World Cup squad
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland have announced their 31 man squad with injured prop Cian Healy included in the group. Full squad is as follows:Forwards (17)Rory Best (Banbridge/Ulster) 84Sean Cronin (St. Mary's College/Leinster)...
Ireland come through Scotland clash unscathed
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland’s medical staff have reported no major injuries following Saturday’s win over Scotland in Dublin.That news is very welcome considering the aftermath of their warm-up against Wales,...
Schmidt: We didn't learn enough against Wales
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentMike Ross aside, Joe Schmidt has named an entirely new starting XV to face Scotland and he is hoping his fresh contenders get more of a test than the men they are replacing in the green jersey.
Ireland announce squad to face Scotland
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Ireland coaching team have announced the squad which will take on Scotland in the first Test at the Aviva Stadium this Saturday. There is one new cap as Jack Conan is set for his international...
