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Head-To-Head: Ireland v England

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

A statistical preview of Saturday's Rugby World Cup warm-up match between Ireland and England at Twickenham (kick-off 2.30pm).

GUINNESS PRO12: Round 1 Preview

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

The GUINNESS PRO12 launches back into action in style this weekend with three games on the opening Friday night. Last season's beaten semi-finalists, Ulster and the Ospreys, face each other in Belfast,...

Jim Hamilton quits international rugby after missing Scotland World Cup squad

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

Scotland lock Jim Hamilton has announced he is quitting Test rugby - 24 hours after missing out on the Dark Blues' World Cup squad.

Ireland veteran Donncha O’Callaghan to leave Munster

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Munster rugby supporters face another shock in the next day or two when news of Donncha O’Callaghan’s departure will be made official.

In Pics: Ireland Training At Carton House

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Carton House was a hive of activity on Tuesday as the Ireland Rugby World Cup squad was officially announced and the selected players trained ahead of next Saturday's final warm-up game against England.

Ulster Select Herring As Stand-In Captain

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Ulster hooker Rob Herring has been named as the province's captain during the Rugby World Cup period.

Barritt Returns To England Midfield

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Saracens centre Brad Barritt returns to the England starting line-up for Saturday's final Rugby World Cup warm-up match against Ireland at Twickenham Stadium (kick-off 2.30pm).

Irish Rugby TV: Darren Cave On His RWC Selection

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland centre Darren Cave spoke to Irish Rugby TV about his delight at making the Rugby World Cup squad, his focus on the next game and his thoughts for those players that did not make the final 31.

Irish Rugby TV: Ireland's Rugby World Cup Squad Press Conference

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Head coach Joe Schmidt spoke to the assembled media today about the difficult selection decisions for Ireland's Rugby World Cup squad, as the 31-man panel was officially confirmed for England 2015.

Players Picked Are 'All Quality Contributors' - Schmidt

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Joe Schmidt said telling players they have missed out on Rugby World Cup selection is the 'brutal reality' of what international coaches have to do. Read on for his thoughts on some of the 'big calls'...