Sexton 'honoured' to captain much-changed Ireland
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJohnny Sexton says he is honoured and proud to captain Ireland for the first time and is now determined to lead a much-changed side to a crucial win against Russia. World Rugby Player of the Year...
Irish hopes high for Henshaw fitness
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyGarry Ringrose could be pressed into a third successive World Cup start this Thursday after Ireland’s midfield stocks were reduced by a concussion for Chris Farrell.
Sexton And Easterby – Squad Update
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsSimon Easterby and Johnny Sexton were on media duty today as the Ireland squad arrived in Kobe ahead of Thursday’s Pool A clash with Russia. The injury update from Easterby was generally positive...
Ireland player ratings vs Japan
6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Cian Healy - 5 Conditions tough for the loose head. 2. Rory Best - 4 Ireland captain Rory Best pays tribute to Japan and says his team made unforced errors and fell on...
Rugby World Cup 2019: Japan v Ireland
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJack Carty has the full backing of Joe Schmidt to impress at fly-half when Ireland face Rugby World Cup hosts Japan on Saturday. The top-ranked nation will rest World Rugby player of the year...
Carty to feature for Ireland against Japan with Sexton out
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJack Carty will replace Johnny Sexton at fly-half in one of four changes made by Ireland coach Joe Schmidt for the encounter with Rugby World Cup hosts Japan. Reigning World Rugby Player of the...
Kilcoyne And Farrell On Scotland And Japan
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsChris Farrell and David Kilcoyne reflect on their Rugby World Cup debut against Scotland and look forward to the game against Japan. The post Kilcoyne And Farrell On Scotland And Japan appeared first on...
Moving Day With Chris Farrell, Cian Healy and Ger Carmody
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsFrom the bright lights of Yokohama via the Shinkansen bullet train to the zen calm of Katsuragi – take a look at moving day for the team with Head of Operations Ger Carmody, Ireland centre Chris...
Winners & Losers: Ireland vs Scotland
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland managed to take charge of pool A after their bonus point victory against Scotland on Sunday. The Irish, who scored four tries and conceded none against the Scots, lead the group on points...
Ireland player ratings vs Scotland
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland player ratings from their comprehensive win over Scotland. 1. Cian Healy - 7 Strong in the scrum as Ireland's front row all looked on point. Some big carries too. 😳 #IREvSCO...
