Cian Tracey: Andy Farrell’s ‘pride’ is justified but worrying trends exist in this Irish team
The big questions are: Why were Ireland under the cosh for so long against South Africa? Why was…
Rúaidhrà O’Connor: Is Jacques Nienaber’s position within Irish rugby tenable after his come-and-get-me plea to Rassie Erasmus?
South African coaching duo are taking Irish rugby for a ride and so far nobody is staying stop…
‘Calling it a corporate day out is disingenuous’ – IRFU chiefs defend Aviva Stadium ticket prices as union reports €4.2m loss
IRFU chief executive officer Kevin Potts and chief financial officer Thelma O’Driscoll during a media conference at the…
Ireland v Australia predictions: Our rugby experts give their verdict on the big match
Can Irish produce the performance they crave or will tired Joe Schmidt side have one up their sleeves?…
Aoife Wafer admits frustration with French biting controversy: ‘I don’t know what came into her head’
Aoife Wafer with her Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland Women’s XV’s player of the year award. Photo: Ben…
Rúaidhrà O’Connor: Ireland look like faded force but may seek solution from within
Andy Farrell will avoid squad overhaul and trust his current troops to kickstart a stuttering season Andy Farrell…
Ireland v Japan: Why kick-off is so early at the Aviva Stadium, TV details and all you need to know
Here is all you need to know about Saturday’s clash. What time is kick-off? The action at the…
Rúaidhrà O’Connor: Andy Farrell is prioritising the here and now over the future
Combination of senior and ‘XV’ squads give us an insight into plans Andy Farrell On Saturday, 46 players…
Rúaidhrà O’Connor: Andy Farrell backing form and freshness to flip narrative around his Ireland team
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has opted for the in-form Jack Crowley at No 10 for Saturday’s match…
Cian Tracey: Toughest ever November awaits as Ireland start with a point to prove
Andy Farrell must reinstill confidence and belief on his return to helm following Lions sabbatical as focus shifts…
The November Jury – our writers assess the priorities and selection dilemmas facing Ireland boss Andy Farrell
Andy Farrell is back at the helm following his sabbatical with the Lions. Photo: Sportsfile Rúaidhrà O’Connor, Cian…
IRFU and other leading rugby unions to make players ineligible for international selection if they join R360 league
Rebel league responds to joint statement from Tier One nations as war of words escalates A general view…