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Ulster confirm signing of Matt Faddes

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Ulster Rugby has today confirmed the signing of Super Rugby star Matt Faddes for next season.     The 27-year-old has represented his home province Otago since 2011 and is currently playing...

Sevens Uncovered: Mothers Of The Sevens

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

What is it like to be a mother on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series? Ahead of this weekend’s action in Canada, Ireland Sevens physio Jo Montgomery features in an insightful video from World Rugby....

Aldi Play Rugby Festivals Promote Fun And Participation

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Over 40 schools took part in this year’s four Aldi Play Rugby provincial festivals with hundreds of children taking part in fun filled days around Ireland. Here’s a look at the festival held in Ashbourne...

Ireland Women’s 7s Finish in 11th Place At The Canada 7s

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

The Ireland Women’s 7s had a mixed second day at the Canada 7s in Langford and will be frustrated to have only finished in 11th place. Having finished in 3rd Place in Pool A yesterday, Ireland found...

Ireland Women’s 7s To Face China in Challenge Semi-Final At The Canada 7s

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

The Ireland Women’s 7s defeated Brazil 32-7 in their final game of their Pool games at the Canada 7s today in Langford, but earlier defeats to Australia and Canada means they find themselves in the Challenge...

Leinster Lose Out To Saracens In Bruising European Decider

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Defending champions Leinster fell at the final hurdle in Newcastle as Billy Vunipola’s 66th-minute try steered Saracens to a 20-10 win and their third Heineken Champions Cup title in four years....

Leinster Retain Junior Interprovincial Title

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Leinster retained the McGee Memorial Cup and picked up their sixth Junior Interprovincial title with a 28-20 win at home to Ulster in Dundalk. The four-try performance was enough to see them over take...

Heineken Champions Cup Final Preview: Leinster v Saracens

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Undoubtedly the two best teams of recent times in Europe face off in a fascinating Heineken Champions Cup final at St. James’ Park, as Leo Cullen’s Leinster strive for back-to-back titles against...

Leinster Captain’s Run At St. James’ Park In Newcastle

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

St. James’ Park in Newcastle is the venue for Saturday’s Heineken Champions Cup final between defending champions Leinster and Saracens. Leo Cullen’s men had their Captain’s Run...

Furlong To Reach 100-Cap Mark In Leinster’s Final Showdown With Saracens

6 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Leinster will field an unchanged team for their Heineken Champions Cup final clash with Saracens at St. James’ Park in Newcastle on Saturday evening (kick-off 5pm). Head coach Leo Cullen has stuck...