Ireland

How the Springboks could line up against New Zealand

The Rugby Championship kicks off next weekend with old rivals South Africa and New Zealand getting the tournament underway in Nelspruit.   The Springboks head into the fixture off the...

The last time the Springboks beat the All Blacks in South Africa

Under-fire All Blacks head coach Ian Foster will be looking to defend an impressive away record against Springboks.   New Zealand suffered a home series defeat to Ireland, a first in...

Andy Farrell Signs Ireland Rugby Contract Extension

Ireland Men’s Head Coach Andy Farrell has signed a two-year contract extension that will see him remain in his position until at least August 2025.   In his address to Council Kevin Potts,...

Every TOP14 Clubs New Signing Ahead Of The 2022/23 Season

Montpellier will be looking to defend their maiden TOP 14 title in 2022/23.     We take a look at their new signings as well as all the other new arrivals in the league ahead of...

RANKED: Current Tier 1 coaches' win ratios

Ahead of the 2022 Rugby Championship, we look at the win ratios for the current tier 1 test head coaches.     Argentina and South Africa secured Series victories in July, while...

Every United Rugby Championship Clubs New Signing Ahead Of The 2022/23 Season

The United Rugby Championship sides have kicked off the pre-season ahead of the second season of the competition with some new faces in the squads.   We run you through every signing...

Legends of the Game | Brian O'Driscoll

IRFU to issue women players with professional contracts

The IRFU are set to hand out 40 professional contracts amongst the women’s 15s and 7s squads.    It will be a move a significant progress as the Women’s 15s representatives...

Leinster Rugby and IRFU Announce Appointment of New CEO

Leinster Rugby and the IRFU have this morning announced the appointment of Shane Nolan as CEO of Leinster Rugby, in succession to Mick Dawson who is retiring after 21 years in the role.   Shane...

Steve Hansen weights in on All Black coaching controversy

Former All Black boss Steve Hansen has weighed in on the saga which has gripped New Zealand rugby since the All Blacks’ series loss to Ireland close to a fortnight ago.    In the wake...