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Team of the Weekend

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

1. Gregory Fichten - Montpellier   The French loosehead prop was one of the standout performers in an impressive Montpellier forward pack this weekend as his side secured victory over...

Schmidt explains Tadhg Beirne absence from Irish squad

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has explained his reasons for leaving out Scarlets lock Tadhg Beirne from his 36-man squad for the upcoming Six Nations. Beirne has been shortlisted for the European Player of...

Champions Cup Highlights: Montpellier vs Leinster

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leinster confirmed their top seed status with a spirited away win at Montpellier. Leinster got off to a great start with a brilliant team try after 5 minutes from Ross Byrne. A Byrne penalty gave Leinster...

Carbery Returns As Leinster Make Six Changes For Montpellier Clash

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has announced his team to play Montpellier at the Altrad Stadium in their final Champions Cup pool game on Saturday (kick-off 2pm local time/1pm Irish time).

Leinster name team for clash with Montpellier

6 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Johnny Sexton has been rested for Leinster's game against Montpellier in France tomorrow. 

Champions Cup Round 5 Tips & Preview

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The January games in the Champions Cup are definitely my favourite, simply because everyone has something to play for. Every team is desperate for victory - The pool leaders are seeking vital for bonus...

Champions Cup Team of the Week - Round 5

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Some cracking rugby this weekend which blew the race for a quarter final spot wide open. From Scarlets cracking win away at Bath to Racing's nail biting win at Munster, we have the tough task of picking...

Crunch Champions Cup Clashes

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Champions Cup Rugby makes its debut in 2018 this weekend with only two rounds left in the pool stages of the competition.   We take a look at what we think is the biggest match from each pool.    Pool...