Ireland player ratings: Iain Henderson immense in the second row against the Italians
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentA mixed bag from Ireland today in their 16-9 win over Italy, but there were some huge displays from the likes of Iain Henderson, Conor Murray and Tommy Bowe.
Ireland name XV for Italy clash
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyJoe Schmidt has named his side for Ireland's Pool D clash against Italy, with Ireland welcoming back Robbie Henshaw from injury. Jared Payne misses out with a foot injury and Rob Kearney is fit but...
Bowe and Henshaw start for Ireland
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsTommy Bowe will start in Ireland's World Cup game against Italy on Sunday as fit-again Robbie Henshaw is recalled.
Bowe backs Payne to silence critics as Kearney doubts grow for Italy showdown
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentTommy Bowe has launched a strong defence of his Ireland team-mate Jared Payne, who came in for stinging criticism from former Leinster coach Matt Williams on Sunday.
Ireland 44-10 Romania: Five Things we learnt
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldTommy Bowe finds some form, Simon Zebo starts to fit the 15 role, Devin Toner to keep the support role and Richardt Strauss does a passable impression of Rory BestTheatre of dreams: Ireland packed out...
Bowe ready to bounce back for Ireland
1 decade ago by Ulster Rugby NewsUlster wing Tommy Bowe is in a fight to reclaim the starting No.14 jersey for Ireland at this World Cup but after a two-try showing against Romania on Sunday, his confidence is returning.
Irish Rugby TV: Squad Update With Michael Kearney & Tommy Bowe
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsIreland team manager Michael Kearney gives an update on the injuries sustained by players against Romania, while Tommy Bowe talks about his try-scoring return to the right wing.
Bowe: Huge Competition For Places Is Driving Us On
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsAfter a disappointing recent performance against England, Tommy Bowe was back with a bang in yesterday's Rugby World Cup pool match against Romania as his two tries helped Ireland to a 44-10 bonus point...
'I'm fighting to get back in the number 14 jersey' - Tommy Bowe relishing selection battle
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIt’s been a difficult few weeks for Tommy Bowe but yesterday’s performance suggested that he is nearing a return to his best form.
Ireland ease to bonus point win over Romania in front of packed Wembley
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpIreland scored six tries to beat Romania 44-10 in front of the record crowd at Wembley on Sunday. It was their second bonus point victory of the tournament so far, as they build towards what should be...
