Ireland

Erasmus focusing on light at the end of the tunnel

Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus is electing to stay positive in the wake of two losses from as many encounters during their Autumn Nations Series campaign thus far.   The Boks kicked off the tour...

Dan Sheehan and Caelan Doris FULL pre-match press conference | Ireland v Australia

Last time they faced off: Ireland vs Australia (2018)

Ireland completed an outstanding 2017-18 season with a series win in Australia, edging the third and final Test 20-16 at Allianz Stadium.   Joe Schmidt's side claimed a Six Nations Grand...

Leinster Injury Update: Frawley to miss 3-4 months after knee procedure

Leo Cullen has issued an injury update ahead of Friday’s Friendly between Leinster Rugby and Chile in Energia Park (KO: 2.00pm).   It has already been confirmed that entry to the game is free...

Andy Friend to depart Connacht Rugby at end of the season

Connacht Rugby can confirm Director of Rugby Andy Friend will depart the club when his contract expires at the end of the season.   Andy Friend has released the following statement:   "My...

Carbery and Henshaw unavailable for Aus clash

Ireland will have to contend with Australia without the services of Joey Carbery and Robbie Henshaw who have both been ruled out of the fixture through injury.   Flyhalf Carbery will be required...

Latest World Rankings: Italy close in on the Top 10, Australia and Scotland fall

Italy's historic first-ever win over Australia has seen them move into 11th place in the World Rankings.    The Azzuri moved up ahead of Fiji to record their highest ranking since...

Nominees unveiled for World Rugby Awards 2022

World Rugby is unveiling the shortlists for the prestigious World Rugby Awards 2022, which will be presented in Monaco on Sunday, 20 November.     Following a stellar year for international...

Autumn Nations Series Team of the Week - Round Two

  Another thrilling weekend of the Autumn Nations Series has come to an end, with the Northern Hemisphere claiming huge scalps.   Ireland defeated Fiji 35-17 at the Aviva, but at the same...

Feinberg-Mngomezulu replaces injured Fassi in SA ‘A’ squad

Utility back Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu will travel to Bristol in England on Sunday with South Africa ‘A’ head coach Mzwandile Stick as backline cover for their clash against the Bristol Bears...