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On This Day in 2018, Last-gasp Sexton drop-goal stuns France

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

On this day in 2018, there was late drama in Paris as Jonathan Sexton nailed a late drop-goal to hand Ireland a famous opening-round Six Nations win over France.   Jonathan Sexton spoiled Jacques...

Connacht Rugby & Bank of Ireland Launch For The Love of The Club Fundraiser

5 years ago by Connaght Domestic Rugby

By John O’Sullivan    Connacht Rugby and Bank of Ireland are pleased to announce the launch of For The Love of the Club fundraising initiative this coming St Patrick’s Day, March 17th, and...

Six Nations 2021: Ireland captain Johnny Sexton fit to face Wales

5 years ago by BBC Rugby News

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton is fit to play in his side's Six Nations opener against Wales this weekend having trained fully on Tuesday.

‘I trained fully today with the group, thankfully’ – Johnny Sexton declares himself fit for Six Nations opener

5 years ago by Irish Independent

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton has declared himself fit and available for selection ahead of Sunday's Six Nations opener against Wales.

Peter O’Mahony On ‘Huge Challenge’ Awaiting Ireland In Cardiff

5 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Peter O’Mahony says the Ireland squad are working hard to earn a ‘massive tone-setting’ victory in Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations opener against Wales in Cardiff. Andy Farrell‘s...

Peter O’Mahony On ‘Huge Challenge’ Awaiting Ireland In Cardiff

5 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Peter O’Mahony says the Ireland squad are working hard to earn a ‘massive tone-setting’ victory in Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations opener against Wales in Cardiff. Andy Farrell‘s...

World Rugby Highlight Concussion Return to Play Protocol Ahead Of Six Nations

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ahead of the 2021 6 Nations, World Rugby have moved to highlight and clarify the concussion return to play protocols and how it works.   Read the full statement and explanation below:   While...

O'Mahony: Ireland have depth to cover Doris loss

5 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Peter O'Mahony says Ireland must swiftly forget about the loss of the "exceptional" Caelan Doris and focus on executing a "seamless" back-row reshuffle.

Predicted: How England could line up in their Six Nations opener

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones' men head into the 2021 Six Nations as one of the favourites of the tournament.   The 2020 Six Nations and Autumn Nations Cup champions open their campaign in a Calcutta Cup clash with...

‘He's had a very positive effect’ - O'Mahony hails O’Connell’s impact on Ireland squad

5 years ago by Irish Independent

Ireland back-row Peter O'Mahony says Paul O'Connell has already had a big impact on the squad.