Fresh start. Leinster and Ireland lock Joe McCarthy has admitted the Aviva Stadium could feel “a bit empty” as the province prepares for its long-awaited homecoming — with the second-row...
Interim CEO. Munster Rugby and the IRFU today confirm the appointment of Avan Lee as Interim Chief Executive Officer following the departure of Ian Flanagan. One of the most experienced...
Frightening. Former England international Ugo Monye believes South Africa are clear favourites for the next Rugby World Cup — and has suggested their second team could be the closest challenger...
Ranked. Former England internationals Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have teamed up with Squidge Rugby to rank the biggest club sides in world rugby. The trio compiled their individual selections...
Snake. Brian O’Driscoll faced some of the finest centres in rugby during his career, but one opponent proved particularly difficult to handle. The former Ireland and Leinster captain singled out...
Transformation. Leinster and Ireland outhalf Sam Prendergast has bulked up over the summer, with the 23-year-old seemingly taking steps to address one of the biggest criticisms of his game. Prendergast’s...
Back in action. Ireland have been handed a significant injury boost ahead of next month’s Nations Championship fixtures, with Jamison Gibson-Park returning to training with Leinster. The Ireland scrumhalf missed...
Blue chipper. Munster head coach Clayton McMillan hailed a “phenomenal” performance from Charlie O’Shea after the young outhalf helped his side secure their first win of the new season. The...
Legend. Munster legend Keith Wood has reportedly been asked to take over as interim CEO following Ian Flanagan’s decision to step down. The province confirmed on Thursday that Flanagan will...
Round 2. Leinster take on the Sharks in Durban on Saturday as they look to secure their first win of the new United Rugby Championship season. Leo Cullen’s side suffered...
Round 2. Munster welcome the Bulls to Thomond Park on Saturday night as they look to get their first win of the new United Rugby Championship season. Clayton McMillan has...
Rugby on TV. The URC and PREM Rugby seasons continue this weekend, with all four Irish provinces in action across Friday and Saturday. Connacht travel to Benetton on Friday night....
Switch. Leinster have confirmed that both of their home pool games in this season’s Investec Champions Cup will be played at the newly redeveloped Laya Arena. The province will host...
