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Ulster Bank League: Division 1B Previews

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

The last round of Division 1B action in November sees leaders Galwegians host bottom side Belfast Harlequins, Ballymena and Shannon meet for the first time in five years and second-placed Garryowen are...

Irish Rugby TV: Rhys Ruddock Ready For 'Big Challenge'

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Speaking ahead of Saturday's clash with Australia, Ireland flanker Rhys Ruddock said: "We need to bring the defensive physicality we had against South Africa, as Australia have threats all over the park....

Irish Rugby TV: Joe Schmidt Previews The Australia Game

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Experienced duo Rory Best and Gordon D'Arcy will start for Ireland against Australia on Saturday. Head coach Joe Schmidt talks to Irish Rugby TV about the final GUINNESS Series game.

Cheika to be honest with Beale

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Michael Cheika has vowed not to play "social worker" to controversy-plagued Australia utility back Kurtley Beale.

McCaw the All Black's greatest-ever, coach believes

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen believes that captain marvel Richie McCaw is “probably our greatest rugby player ever”.

Humphreys aims to get back on track

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Gloucester director of rugby David Humphreys has urged his players to bounce back from successive defeats as they continue to negotiate a challenging period of the Aviva Premiership season.

Zebo: I wasn't left out in the cold

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Simon Zebo is adamant that he never felt left out of the Ireland squad and said his sole focus when playing for Ireland against Australia on Saturday is to get the win.

Edwards hails Welsh back row

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Shaun Edwards has hailed Wales' back-row of "model professionals" as they prepare to make Welsh rugby history.

Schmidt has faith in Henshaw at centre

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Joe Schmidt has admitted he cannot “ask too much more” of Robbie Henshaw as the Connacht centre wrestles with Brian O’Driscoll’s legacy.

Schmidt backs Henry to return

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Joe Schmidt has backed Chris Henry to make a full recovery from his brain injury, and maybe even stake a claim for Ireland action in the Six Nations.