Probables v Possibles on paper shows good options for Farrell
5 years ago by Irish IndependentApart from today's 'A' fixture between Ulster and Leinster, there are no rugby matches on the island of Ireland this weekend. We do have Munster v Leinster to look forward to next Saturday, but perhaps...
'It would defeat the entire ethos of the Lions' - Willie John McBride warns against ‘disgrace’ of home tour
5 years ago by Irish IndependentThe board of the Lions has been warned that the heritage and ethos of the tourists will be "damaged for ever" if the tour of South Africa this year is switched to the UK and Ireland.
Henderson welcomes O'Connell to Ireland fold as O'Toole gets 'A' shot
5 years ago by Irish IndependentPaul O'Connell has already reached out to the leading lineout figures in the Ireland squad to begin his work as forwards coach.
Liam Williams to miss Wales vs Ireland in Six Nations
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScarlets' Liam Williams is set to miss the first round of Wales’ Six Nations campaign after being banned for three games following his red card while playing for the Scarlets against Cardiff...
Rugby Rant: Give props their due in World Rugby awards
5 years ago by Rugby WorldIt’s time bigger blokes got awards nods from the game's governing body, writes Russ PettyBig engine: Ireland prop Tadhg Furlong (Inpho)Rugby Rant: Give props their due in World Rugby awards HOW MANY...
Lions star Williams out of Wales' Six Nations opener against Ireland
5 years ago by Irish IndependentLions full-back Liam Williams has been suspended for three weeks meaning he'll miss Wales' Six Nations opener against Ireland.
'It's great to have Paulie on board' – Iain Henderson says Paul O'Connell is already working on fixing Ireland's lineout issues
5 years ago by Irish IndependentPaul O’Connell has already reached out to the leading lineout figures in the Ireland squad to begin his work as forwards coach.
Kieran Campbell replaces Noel McNamara as Ireland U20 coach
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Ulster and Ireland scrumhalf Kieran Campbell is set to replace Noel McNamara as Ireland U20 head coach. McNamara will be focussing his full attention on the Leinster Academy from now on,...
Rugby Stalwart Honoured At Volunteers In Sport Awards
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsRugby’s Aidan Farrell will receive nationwide recognition for his dedicated work with Creggs Rugby Football Club this week, as he has been awarded the Roscommon award at the virtual 2020 Federation of...
Kieran Crowley to leave Benetton a year early
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks World Cup winner Kieran Crowley will exit PRO14 club Benetton a year earlier than planned, the Italian club has confirmed. Benetton have lost all nine of their Pro14...
