Pic: Luke Fitzgerald finds solution to lonely World Cup nights
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentDonnacha Ryan didn't enjoy his day out at Alton Towers as much as Luke Fitzgerald who was photographed with a giant teddy bear alongside him in his bed.
Donnacha Ryan: Alton Towers was torture; Devin Toner couldn't fit on most of the rides either
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentDonnacha Ryan is catching up on lost time on the international scene but after a run-out against Romania, is ready for bigger challenges at the World Cup.
Relieved Ryan taking everything in his stride after lengthy spell out
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentDonnacha Ryan admits that he is in bonus territory. There were times during his 13 months out of the game that people on the streets were wishing him well in his 'retirement'.
Ireland announce 31 man World Cup squad
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland have announced their 31 man squad with injured prop Cian Healy included in the group. Full squad is as follows:Forwards (17)Rory Best (Banbridge/Ulster) 84Sean Cronin (St. Mary's College/Leinster)...
Ireland squad announced for Wales clash
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Ireland coaching group have announced the team to take on Wales in the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.Paul O'Connell returns to captain the side in his last international on home soil and is partnered...
Ryan's ready for his international return
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsDonnacha Ryan returns to the Ireland starting line-up for the first time in almost two and a half years and the second-row admits he is not putting much pressure on himself to impress straight away.
Irish Rugby TV: Ireland Team Announcement Press Conference
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsWatch highlights of the Ireland team announcement press conference as Joe Schmidt reveals the side to face Wales and lock Donnacha Ryan talks about his long-awaited return to international rugby.
Ryan: There were times when I felt I would never return
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWhile most of his team-mates are focused on remaining in the running for World Cup selection, Donnacha Ryan is just content to be merely running again.
Ryan & Schmidt On Countdown To Cardiff
1 decade ago by Munster Rugby NewsFollowing the successful rehabilitation of a right foot injury that side-lined him for almost a year, Munster second row Donnacha Ryan discusses his delight at returning to the Irish jersey, while Head...
Ireland choose largely reserve team for World Cup warm-up against Wales
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Keith Earls and Donnacha Ryan back for their first Test in two years• Jamie Heaslip will captain Ireland from No8 in CardiffIreland have followed Wales in choosing a largely reserve team for Saturday’s...
