Lions Watch: Outhalfs
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn out next installment of Lions Watch, we take a look at Warren Gatland's options at 10. Jonathan Sexton The favourite to start against New Zealand at Eden Park for the 1st...
5 players that impressed this weekend
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWe look at 5 players that impressed from the PRO12 and Aviva Premiership. Matt Banahan Bath were forced into a dog fight on Friday night, in a game full of broken play....
WATCH - Johnny Sexton exonerates 'immense' Garry Ringrose for embarrassing first half blunder
9 years ago by Irish IndependentLeinster’s man of the match Jonathan Sexton claimed there is more to come from his side as they face into a Champions Cup double header following an easy 25-14 win against Munster at the Aviva Stadium.
Top 5 players in the modern era: Ireland
9 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Brian O'Driscoll The second most capped international player and higest capped Irish international, O'Driscoll is a household name in world rugby and is regarded as one of the best...
Lions Watch: Scrum Halfs
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith Warren Gatland now intensely thinking about his starting XV against the All Blacks, we analyse the options Gatland has at disposal at 9. Conor Murray - Ireland The...
Johnny Sexton to skipper Leinster away to Cardiff as lock Ian Nagle is handed his debut
9 years ago by Irish IndependentJonathan Sexton will captain Leinster from out-half for tomorrow’s Pro 12 clash away to top-of-the-table Cardiff Blues, while head coach Leo Cullen has handed a competitive debut to lock Ian Nagle.
Leinster 31-19 Ospreys - Who impressed?
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAn impressive first half performance from Leinster was enough to see of a resiliant Ospreys side. The big names made a massive difference to the Irish provence as they produced a home performance to be...
Sexton eager to prove his fitness as All Blacks loom into view?
9 years ago by Irish IndependentIreland out-half Jonathan Sexton gets the first chance to prove his fitness after summer shoulder injury when he faces off against prospective Lions rival Dan Biggar.