Van Graan insists Munster looking at bigger picture after pre-season defeat
8 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyJohann van Graan made no apology for Friday’s pre-season loss to Exeter Chiefs as he exposed his wider squad to the rigours of the 2018/19 campaign ahead.
Top 14: Simon Zebo and Paul O’Connell enjoy winning starts
8 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyThe Irish in Paris were the big winners in France on the opening weekend of the Top 14 with both Simon Zebo and Paul O’Connell enjoying big away wins in their first competitive games.
'I Was Pleased With The Second Half Response' - Friend
8 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsConnacht continued their impressive pre-season form with a 14-12 victory over Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate on Friday. They head into the first round of the GUINNESS PRO14 on the back of three wins and...
Addison Buoyed By 'Competitiveness And Ambition' In Ulster Squad
8 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsTwo tries in the final quarter against Wasps, coupled with new head coach Dan McFarland's arrival in Belfast, have given Ulster a timely boost ahead of next Saturday's GUINNESS PRO14 opener at home to...
Van Graan Rues Missed Chances As Munster Held Scoreless By Exeter
8 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsA strong Exeter Chiefs side overcame Munster at Irish Independent Park on Friday night, with first half tries from Olly Woodburn and Harry Williams securing a 12-0 away victory.
Beauden Barrett scores record four tries as New Zealand thump Australia
8 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyBeauden Barrett scored a record four tries as New Zealand routed Australia 40-12 at Eden Park to retain the Bledisloe Cup.
Ronan O’Gara tips Paulie to pass coaching test in Paris
8 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyRonan O’Gara believes former Munster and Ireland team-mate Paul O’Connell is testing the water for a career in coaching with his first full-time job as a forwards coach at Stade Francais.
Club legend Shane Horgan: Carbery exit could cost Leinster
8 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyLeinster’s selection issues at fly-half underline just how important Joey Carbery was to the double winners, Shane Horgan believes.
Exeter Chiefs stun depleted Munster in Champions Cup dress rehearsal
8 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyMunster’s squad depth ahead of the new campaign was given a stern test by English heavyweights Exeter Chiefs as Johann van Graan’s team was well beaten in Cork last night.
Rona O’Gara tips Paulie to pass coaching test in Paris
8 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyRonan O’Gara believes former Munster and Ireland team-mate Paul O’Connell is testing the water for a career in coaching with his first full-time job as a forwards coach at Stade Francais.
