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‘Focused’ Easterby the right fit for Ireland

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Simon Easterby boasts the “ruthless focus” to thrive in Joe Schmidt’s Ireland set-up, according to his Scarlets coaching mentor Nigel Davies.

Preview: Ulster v Newport Gwent Dragons

1 decade ago by Guinness Pro12 news

Ulster's single loss in the Guinness PRO12 this season came in round 4 against Zebre in Parma, whilst the Ulstermen have been defeated just once in Belfast in the tournament in their last 13 matches: 20-22...

Toulon’s Taofifenua cited after Ulster clash

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Toulon forward Romain Taofifenua has been cited for allegedly kicking an opponent in the head.

Preview: Cardiff Blues v Munster

1 decade ago by Guinness Pro12 news

Cardiff Blues have won successive matches in the European Challenge Cup, but their only victory in the Guinness PRO12 so far this campaign came in round 1 at Zebre.

Preview: Glasgow Warriors v Benetton Treviso

1 decade ago by Guinness Pro12 news

Glasgow Warriors' solitary defeat so far this season in any tournament was 9-29 at Ulster in round 6 of the Guinness PRO12.

Preview: Ospreys v Connacht

1 decade ago by Guinness Pro12 news

Ospreys have won all six Guinness PRO12 encounters this season and another victory this weekend will see them equal their best ever start to a PRO12 campaign, set in 2004/05.

Preview: Leinster v Edinburgh

1 decade ago by Guinness Pro12 news

Leinster's only defeat in their last five matches in all competitions was to Munster at the Aviva Stadium in the Guinness PRO12 on 4th October.

Munster skipper impressed by Foley ability

1 decade ago by Guinness Pro12 news

For some the step up to international rugby can be huge but Munster skipper Peter O'Mahony has no doubt that Dave Foley is ready to make the leap.

Dragons sign centre Rhys Williams on loan

1 decade ago by Guinness Pro12 news

Newport Gwent Dragons are pleased to confirm that they have signed Carmarthen Quins centre Rhys Williams on a month's loan.

James set for Ospreys return

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Wales international prop Paul James will rejoin the Ospreys next season from Aviva Premiership club Bath.