Bundee Aki set for three-match ban
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyConnacht centre Bundee Aki has been suspended for three matches following a misconduct complaint by referee Ian Davies during his side's clash with Leinster earlier this month. As a result, the 27-year-old...
Vote for your Irish Independent Connacht Rugby Try of the Year and win two tickets to this weekend's game
9 years ago by Irish IndependentVOTE FOR THE IRISH INDEPENDENT CONNACHT RUGBY TRY OF THE YEAR to be in with a chance of winning a pair of tickets to Connacht V Scarlets on Saturday 29th April at the Sportsground.
Rugby Players Ireland CEO to leave role
9 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyThe CEO of Rugby Players Ireland Omar Hassanein is to leave the organisation after six years in the role, writes Stephen Barry.
The Bateman Cup - A Brief History
9 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe Bateman Cup was first contested back in 1922 between Lansdowne and Cork Constitution. This weekend the Cork club are aiming for their fifth title in as many seasons. We take a look back at the history...
GUINNESS PRO12: Round 21 Preview
9 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsAll eyes return to the GUINNESS PRO12 Championship with four teams still fighting to join Leinster and Munster in the semi-finals. The Ospreys and Scarlets form the Welsh challenge, while Ulster have it...
Munster Switch Focus Back To Final Rounds Of PRO12
9 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe Munster squad regrouped at the High Performance Centre in UL yesterday as they switch their focus to the final two rounds of GUINNESS PRO12 action where they hope to secure a home semi-final at Thomond...
Tuesday Afternoon Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGary Gold commits to Worcester Warriors Warriors have confirmed that Gary Gold will become the Club's permanent Director of Rugby after signing a new contract to remain at Sixways until at least the summer...
Munster Announce Player Of the Year Nominees
9 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe 2017 Munster Rugby Awards, in association with the Irish Independent, will take place on Thursday, May 4 at the Maryborough Hotel in Cork, and the nominations for the Senior Player and Academy Player...
Contract Extensions For Connacht's McKeon And Leader
9 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsConnacht Rugby and the IRFU have confirmed contract extensions for two of the province's local players, Eoin McKeon and Darragh Leader.
Contract Extensions For Connacht's McKeon And Leader
9 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsConnacht Rugby and the IRFU have confirmed contract extensions for two of the province's local players, Eoin McKeon and Darragh Leader.
