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'We all know who the favourites are' - Joe Schmidt plays down world rankings ahead of World Cup

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

The side's 19-10 defeat of Wales at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday afternoon secured the No.1 spot for the first time in the nations's history.

Ireland v Wales – Farewell Joe & Rory

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

An emotional farewell for Joe Schmidt and Rory Best on their last game in Aviva Stadium and a winning send off. The post Ireland v Wales – Farewell Joe & Rory appeared first on Irish Rugby.

In 60 seconds: Furlong and Ryan tries crucial as Ireland beat Wales to top world rankings

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Having trailed 10-7 at half-time, Ireland started the second period with intent with two tries before the hour mark

Australia hold off Samoa to complete World Cup warm-up with win

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Australia held off a late rally from Somoa to complete their World Cup warm-up with a 34-15 win in Parramatta.

Mako Vunipola and Jack Nowell to miss at least first two games of World Cup

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

England completed their preparations for the tournament with a 37-0 win over Italy.

Patchell upbeat after tough year

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Rhys Patchell admits that he has endured “a challenging year” ahead of his return to the Wales Test team.

A Dublin goodbye the final stop-off on Best’s farewell tour

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Rory Best has been struggling and, no, we don’t mean the line out.

Schmidt has treasure trove of memories

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Joe Schmidt makes his final trip to the Aviva Stadium this afternoon as he takes charge of Ireland on home soil for the 34th and last time.

GUINNESS Summer Series Preview: Ireland v Wales

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

The final home game for Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt and captain Rory Best coincides with the seasonal debuts of Jonathan Sexton, Robbie Henshaw and Keith Earls, as the GUINNESS Summer Series concludes...

Head-To-Head: Ireland v Wales

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

A statistical preview of today’s final GUINNESS Summer Series game between Ireland and Wales at the Aviva Stadium (kick-off 2pm). GUINNESS SUMMER SERIES MATCH: Saturday, September 7 IRELAND v WALES,...