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Irish Rugby TV: Jared Payne Looks Forward To His Ireland Debut

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

A 'very proud' Jared Payne gives his thoughts ahead of his debut for Ireland against South Africa on Saturday. He will partner Robbie Henshaw in a new-look centre partnership.

Ulster's men can be at the heart of Ireland's green machine

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

It had hardly been a well-kept secret that Joe Schmidt was going to try out a wholly new-look midfield for the first game up in the three Test autumn series, but the Ireland coach still found himself defending...

Ulster Bank League: Division 1A Previews

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

The derby matches are coming thick and fast in the top flight. Three all-Dublin duels are scheduled for tonight along with the crunch clash of Leeside rivals Dolphin and Cork Constitution at Musgrave Park.

Eastmond to seize second chance

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Five months ago Kyle Eastmond shouldered the blame for England's implosion in the final Test in New Zealand by enduring the dishonour of being replaced at half-time.

Rokoduguni aims to take his chance

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Semesa Rokoduguni has revealed a traumatic incident experienced while serving with the British Army in Afghanistan taught him an invaluable lesson that has underpinned his rise into the England team.

In Pics: Ireland Training At Carton House

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

With both teams now selected, Saturday's eagerly-awaited GUINNESS Series match between Ireland and South Africa is edging ever closer. Check out some photos of Ireland's training session at Carton House...

Gatland: Wales must beat big guns

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Warren Gatland accepts that Wales need to "get across the line" in their pursuit of a major rugby prize that has eluded them for six years.

Cronin sees vital role for Ross

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Sean Cronin believes Ireland will need to draw on fit-again tighthead prop Mike Ross "big-time" against the powerful Springboks.

Kearney: South Africa “the form team in the world” because of Pollard

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Rob Kearney says fly-half Handré Pollard is the driving force behind South Africa’s recent successes.

Kearney: Pollard makes South Africa “the form team in the world”

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Rob Kearney says fly-half Handré Pollard is the driving force behind South Africa’s recent successes.