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Leinster rugby stars surprise children at Christmas party

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Ian Madigan, Cian Healy and more of their Leinster teammates made Christmas come early for 30 children from three Irish charities today.

Castrogiovanni handed suspended ban

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Toulon's former Leicester prop Martin Castrogiovanni has received a suspended four-match ban after he admitted a misconduct complaint, European Professional Club Rugby has announced.

Armitage lands 12-week ban

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Toulon full-back Delon Armitage has been suspended for 12 weeks following a misconduct complaint lodged against him after his club's match against Leicester, European Professional Club Rugby has announced.

Ashley-Cooper to join Bordeaux

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

French club Bordeaux-Begles have announced the signing of Australia star Adam Ashley-Cooper.

Ireland to face England

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Ireland will conclude a busy World Cup warm-up schedule next year by tackling England at Twickenham.

Saints duo extend contracts

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

England forwards Dylan Hartley and Courtney Lawes have both signed new contracts with Aviva Premiership champions Northampton.

Harlequins Charlie Matthews facing a ban after clash with Leinster's Dominic Ryan

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Harlequins second row Charlie Matthews could be handed a lengthy ban after he was cited for allegedly making contact with the eye area of Leinster flanker Dominic Ryan during Saturday's European Champions...

Stephen Ferris: Irish rules are hurting Euro hopes

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Former Ireland and Lions flanker Stephen Ferris has blamed the IRFU rules in place to help the national team for the poor European showing by Ulster, Munster and Leinster.

North hails new fall-back option

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

George North believes Wales' overseas-based stars are "relieved" by the fall-back option provided by the new dual-contract system.

Goode: We want to be local heroes

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Andy Goode has promised Wasps want to unite the people of Coventry and vowed they are here to help.