Takeaways as Ireland-stacked bench saves hosts
Following a 24-20 triumph for Leinster over Ulster in the United Rugby Championship (URC), here’s our five takeaways…
Was Eben Etzebeth’s ban harsh? The 16 worst eye-gouging suspensions
Following the confirmation that Eben Etzebeth has been banned for 12 matches, we review previous eye-gouging bans and…
Munster’s unbeaten record ended as Stormers pull off dazzling comeback win – The Irish Times
URC: Munster 21 Stormers 27 Regrets, Munster will have a pocketful, not least a failure to score in…
Connacht looking to end losing streak as Sharks arrive in Galway – The Irish Times
URC: Connacht v Sharks, Dexcom Stadium, Saturday, 7.45pm – Live TG4 & Premier Sports 1 Although these two…
Leinster survive three cards to put Dragons to the sword – The Irish Times
URC: Dragons 10 Leinster 24 Another day, another officiating controversy. Leinster shipped three cards and arguably their worst…
Predictions, teams, kick-off times, how to watch
The United Rugby Championship (URC) season gets back underway on Friday with two games before there’s another six…
Josh Ericson in line for Leinster debut in URC return against Dragons – The Irish Times
Josh Ericson is set to become the latest Leinster debutant after being named on the bench for Friday…
Returning Ireland internationals strengthen Munster’s hand for URC clash with Stormers
Craig Casey during a Munster open training session at Rockwell College in Rockwell, Tipperary. Photo: Piaras Ó MÃdheach/Sportsfile…
Improvement needed on the pitch from Ireland
Stock photo. THERE was an honest air of worry on the part of coach Andy Farrell in his…
Connacht test Munster but home side hold on at Thomond Park – The Irish Times
URC, round five: Munster 17 Connacht 15 Munster snatched a win against Connacht at Thomond Park to preserve…
Leo Cullen’s Leinster are paying the price for their dominance – The Irish Times
What is the primary task of a provincial head coach such as Leo Cullen? Is it to win…
Leinster name two debutants in side for clash with Zebre – The Irish Times
Leo Cullen has named five debutants in Leinster’s matchday squad to face Zebre in the United Rugby Championship…