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Ireland’s Post-Match Press Conference

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

A bonus point win to kick off Rugby World Cup 2019; Joe Schmidt and 80 minute man Rory Best give us their reaction to Ireland’s victory. The post Ireland’s Post-Match Press Conference appeared...

Gregor Townsend: "They're one of the best teams in world rugby"

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Gregor Townsend confessed it "doesn't look good" for Hamish Watson after admitting the Scotland flanker's World Cup might be over already.

Schmidt: Ireland will have to punch above weight in potential South Africa tie

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Joe Schmidt believes Ireland will have to punch above their weight to knock out South Africa in what is now a likely quarter-final match-up at the World Cup in Japan.

Stockdale happy to put critics on the defensive

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Jacob Stockdale says he was spurred on by criticisms of his defensive abilities ahead of Ireland’s opening World Cup encounter with Scotland here in Japan.

England surge past Tonga in Pool C clash

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

England proved too much for Pacific Islanders, running out convincing 35-3 winners

O'Mahony, Aki may have to sit out Japan fixture

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Peter O’Mahony and Bundee Aki face a race against the clock to prove their fitness for Ireland’s meeting with World Cup hosts Japan this Saturday following failed Head Injury Assessments in...

Rugby World Cup Match Stats: Ireland 27 Scotland 3

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

A look at the official Rugby World Cup match statistics from Ireland’s 27-3 bonus point success against Scotland at the International Stadium in Yokohama. IRELAND: Scoring – Tries: 4 Conversions:...

The Daily Donal: Post-match reaction from Ireland's win over Scotland

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Donal Lenihan reflects on Ireland's opening performance and looks ahead to next weekend from Yokohama.

All Blacks make a statement in the duel that was 'coming forever'

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

There was a point on Saturday night in Yokohama when Kieran Read gathered his troops about him and told everyone to just take five.

Conor O'Shea's Italy power past Namibia

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Italy scored seven tries as they launched their Rugby World Cup campaign with a straightforward 47-22 win over Namibia in Higashiosaka.