Ireland coach Joe Schmidt plays down Johnny Sexton injury after Russia victory
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbySexton had declared himself fit to take on Russia after missing Ireland’s shock loss to Japan with a thigh complaint.
Ireland player ratings after bonus-point win over Russia
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyThis was a game that Ireland could not afford to labour in, but labour they did all the same.
Things we learned from Ireland's win over Russia
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbySexton is crucial to Ireland The Ireland captain ran the show in the first half, as Ireland raced into a 21-0 lead at half time. The Leinster out-half put Russia under the cosh with some lovely kicks...
Connacht Eagles team named for crucial Celtic Cup clash with Leinster
6 years ago by Connaght Domestic RugbyThe Connacht Eagles management have named their team for tomorrow’s crucial final Celtic Cup league game against Leinster A at The Sportsground (k/o 1pm). The Eagles go into the game knowing...
Ireland player ratings vs Russia
6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Dave Kilcoyne - 7 Strong in the scrum, showing great technique to win an eafly penalty at the scrum. 2. Niall Scannell - 6 Successfuly completed 5/6 of his line-outs . 3. John Ryan - 6 Good support...
Late change in Ireland squad as Murray replaces Carbery on bench
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyIreland’s preparations for Thursday’s World Cup pool clash with Russia were disrupted before kick-off when Joey Carbery was forced out of Joe Schmidt’s matchday squad.
They haven’t scrummed against us yet – Jones lays down challenge to Argentina
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyEngland face the toughest test of their World Cup campaign so far when they take on Argentina.
Fiji find their flair against Georgia
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyFiji finally found their flair as they bounced back from their shock World Cup defeat by Uruguay with a resounding 45-10 win over Georgia that sent a warning to their next opponents Wales.
Wales are in a good place – but we know we can do better – McBryde
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyUnbeaten Wales are wary of the threat of Fiji in their next World Cup game.
Bundee Aki believes increased pressure will help Ireland’s World Cup bid
6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyThe centre challenged Ireland to get their World Cup tilt back on track.
