Dropped. Ulster scrumhalf John Cooney has admitted that we was surprised when Ireland decided to drop him from the World Cup training squad a fortnight ago. Cooney has been in...
Too good. Former World Player of the Year Brodie Retallick was named in New Zealand’s 31-man Rugby World Cup squad this morning despite being currently injured – but there’s a...
Sidelined. England prop Mako Vunipola picked up fresh injury concern in the win over Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday that is set to keep him sidelined once again. But the...
Back-to-back. Ireland take on Wales at the Principality Stadium this weekend in the first of two games against Warren Gatland’s side as they look to bounce back from Saturday’s disappoiting...
Road to Japan. Irish fans are still reeling from Saturday’s record defeat to old rivals England at Twickenham – but there’s been some positive news this week at least on...
On the mend. It hasn’t been a great few days for Irish Rugby following Saturday’s record defeat to England at Twickenham – but it’s not all doom and gloom for...
New gig. Former Munster coach Felix Jones has landed himself a World Cup coaching role with former boss Rassie Erasmus. The 32-year-old will be part of the South African coaching...
Defending champions. All Blacks boss Steve Hansen has named his 31-man World Cup squad for Japan – with a number of big names missing out on selection. Prop Owen Franks...
Midfield. Brian O’Driscoll is without doubt the greatest centre to have ever worn an Ireland jersey and was always going to be a tough act to follow when he retired...
Unacceptable. Ireland boss Joe Schmidt made a rare Tuesday match week appearance this afternoon following his side’s disappointing record defeat at the hands of England on Saturday. The New Zealander...
