Ronan Kelleher will treat ‘biggest game of career’ like any other Ireland match
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland hooker Ronan Kelleher admits a “do or die” Rugby World Cup quarter-final with New Zealand is the stuff of dreams but plans to treat the biggest game of his career like any other. Andy...
Rookie Jimmy O’Brien ready to take on New Zealand if injuries bite for Ireland
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland have no concerns about potentially thrusting Test rookie Jimmy O’Brien into a World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand as they anxiously wait on the availability of first-choice wings...
Ireland defence coach Easterby - 'No bigger game than New Zealand in a RWC quarter-final'
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbySimon Easterby, defence coach On his reflections on the win over Scotland:“We were certainly delighted with the way we started the game. It couldn't have gone any better in terms of getting an early...
Discipline a World Cup focus for All Blacks
6 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks were understandably buoyant after a brilliant display in their 96-17 victory over Italy at the Rugby World Cup last week but one 10-minute patch of play has been the subject of some concern...
Former Ireland Fly-half Ian Madigan announces retirement
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Ireland international Ian Madigan has announced his retirement from professional rugby at the age of 34. The Ulster Fly-half steps away from the game after a 14-year professional career, during...
Johnny Sexton does not put personal glory ahead of an Ireland victory over Tonga
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbyJohnny Sexton believes none of his team-mates will care if he surpasses Ronan O’Gara as Ireland’s record points holder during Saturday’s clash with Tonga. Captain Sexton is on...
Ireland - All you need to know ahead of RWC2023
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbySome Quick Facts:1854 - Dublin University (Trinity College Dublin) was the first organised Rugby Football Club in Ireland 1875 - First International match played on 15th February 1875 (vs England) 1879...
Ireland boss Andy Farrell says ability to ‘roll with punches’ key for World Cup
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbyAndy Farrell believes Ireland must remain calm and “roll with the punches” to realise their potential at the Rugby World Cup. Former dual code international Farrell is preparing for his first...
No point turning up if we don’t believe we can win World Cup – Andy Farrell
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland have never progressed beyond the quarter-final stage of the sport’s premier competition. Ireland head coach Andy Farrell insists there is “no point turning up” to the Rugby World...
Conor Murray: Rugby World Cup is a different animal for in-form Ireland
8 months ago by Ultimate RugbyConor Murray acknowledges Ireland’s record-breaking winning run and impressive achievements under Andy Farrell will count for very little at the Rugby World Cup. Ireland travel to France...
