Dr Barry O’Driscoll believes rugby’s concussion protocols not fit for purpose‘We are damaging players’ brains again and again’ says former World Rugby medical adviserThu Feb 11 2021 - 06:00
Specialist believes Johnny Sexton has had 30 concussionsSexton following return to play protocols after head injury against WalesTue Feb 09 2021 - 18:01
‘We’ve got to start playing like the team we can become’Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones and head coach Wayne Pivac happy to win uglyMon Feb 08 2021 - 01:00
Billy Burns couldn’t perform his basics under mind numbing pressure‘He is trying to get every single last inch out of that ball. He slightly overcooked it’Mon Feb 08 2021 - 01:00
The Offload: No credit from Pat Kenny on Newstalk Six Nations segmentEx-England captain John Pullin will be remembered for bravery during the TroublesMon Feb 08 2021 - 01:00
Wales 21 Ireland 16: 10 minutes that changed the gameTen first half minutes which proved crucial for both Wales and Ireland in CardiffSun Feb 07 2021 - 17:57
Ruddock family ties keep Ireland and Wales connectedMike Ruddock, father of Rhys and Ciarán, is waiting for the day when families can reuniteSat Feb 06 2021 - 10:30
Chasing Itoje: James Ryan runs the risk of being broken before his primeSecondrow’s lineout calling needs to improve. That’s where Paul O’Connell can helpSat Feb 06 2021 - 06:00
Wales v Ireland: Andy Farrell opts for James Lowe after ‘seamless return’Garry Ringrose also returns to the fold with Hugo Keenan at fullback in strong lineupFri Feb 05 2021 - 11:10
Six Nations: Joe Schmidt is back, coaches and captains bewareJosh Adams suspension sends a warning jolt through every Six Nations campFri Feb 05 2021 - 10:00
Super Maro set to be England’s shining light – and rugby’s blazing superstarWith players out due to injury or Covid, Eddie Jones will need the best lock on the planetFri Feb 05 2021 - 06:00
Six Nations: Italy need Paolo Garbisi to be Dominguez and Baggio rolled into one20-year-old represents Azzurri’s best chance of ending their Championship droughtTue Feb 02 2021 - 06:00
Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell has aura, work ethic and humility few can matchFormer Lions captain is tailor-made for Irish forwards coaching roleTue Feb 02 2021 - 06:00
The Offload: Australia is here to help the Lions tour and moreBernard Jackman’s criticism of Pro14 referees was not rant, he provided the examplesMon Feb 01 2021 - 07:00
Six Nations: French government give green light for teams to travel to FranceScotland and Wales are due to travel to Paris with seven-day isolation rule to be waivedThu Jan 28 2021 - 21:03
IRFU cancel men’s and women’s All-Ireland LeaguesDecision a big blow for amateur game; touch rugby could be offered as an alternativeThu Jan 28 2021 - 18:11
Tadhg Furlong set to return for Leinster against ScarletsTighthead prop expected to join up with national squad if he comes through game unscathedTue Jan 26 2021 - 01:00
Stuart Lancaster expects playoffs if Rainbow Cup is cancelledRainbow Cup was set to see South African sides face Pro14 teams in new competitionTue Jan 26 2021 - 01:00
The Offload: Ireland’s succession issue at 10 on show once moreSix Nations could be a Covid timebomb; The Offload’s Ireland XV to take on WalesMon Jan 25 2021 - 10:46
The Offload: Ronan O’Gara more than willing to take a punt on Jack CrowleyTackling concussion . . . Zebo clear on Folau’s possible return to union . . . Word of mouthMon Jan 18 2021 - 10:00
‘I realised the book had helped people and that has been part of the healing’Iconic sports books revisited: John Leonard on his story Dub Sub ConfidentialMon Jan 18 2021 - 06:15
O’Callaghan says secret of seamless tradition down to Farrell’s respect for players‘He fostered a relationship with a lot of lads where there was compassion and care’Thu Jan 14 2021 - 06:00
Gearóid Hegarty’s All-Ireland hurling final: ‘It was like an out-of-body experience’The PwC Player of the Month on tweeting and his man-of-the-match turn for LimerickThu Jan 14 2021 - 06:00
The Offload: Let five-team tournament fill the void if shutdown occursIreland and the four provinces could take advantage of a unique opportunityMon Jan 11 2021 - 10:01
Six Nations postponement now a real possibilityFrench government sceptical that new protocols cans stop spread of Covid-19Mon Jan 11 2021 - 01:00
Almost all of Munster’s internationals back for clash with ConnachtGame may come down to which of Hanrahan or Carty is the most composed place kickerSat Jan 09 2021 - 06:00
European rugby facing shutdown over French fears on new strain of Covid-19Decision to be announced on Saturday could have repercussions for Six NationsFri Jan 08 2021 - 15:36
Motivated Leinster ready to put the record straightChampions back to full strength for important Ulster clashFri Jan 08 2021 - 10:00
Prendergast plotting to foil old pal O’Gara’s high-fliersRacing 92’s attack coach looking forward to clash with Top 14 leaders La RochelleFri Jan 08 2021 - 06:46
Leinster’s clash with Northampton under threat due to Covid outbreakSaints have seen their Premiership match against Leicester Tigers postponedWed Jan 06 2021 - 13:45
Ulster coach Dan McFarland rejects suggestion that Leinster are vulnerable‘Winning away in Dublin, in and of itself, is something that you would aspire to’Wed Jan 06 2021 - 06:00
Earlier testing will prevent French sides from boycotting Champions CupNew protocols will see sides visiting France tested within 72-hour windowTue Jan 05 2021 - 19:53
Stuart Lancaster impressed with Munster’s trajectoryPostponement means sides will now have to wait to match up against each otherSat Dec 26 2020 - 06:00
Scannell and Tracy both looking to push on with international ambitionsMunster and Leinster hookers in line for St Stephen’s Day meeting at Thomond ParkThu Dec 24 2020 - 06:00
Andy Friend backs Connacht skipper Paul Boyle after scrum callCoach also offers a little social media advice to his playersWed Dec 23 2020 - 06:00
Van Graan praises De Allende for belief and calmness he brings to MunsterWorld Cup winner played key role in turning things around against ClermontWed Dec 23 2020 - 06:00
Stuart Lancaster sees positives as senior internationals line up Christmas breakAcademy players are getting opportunities that they wouldn’t have in past seasonsTue Dec 22 2020 - 06:00
Ulster expect to play on without crowds in BelfastTraining for elite sports can continue under new Northern Ireland restrictionsMon Dec 21 2020 - 18:49
Garry Ringrose to miss Munster game after suffering jaw knock in Northampton winCentre who suffered a broken jaw in October clashed heads with Jimmy O’BrienMon Dec 21 2020 - 15:25
The Offload: Rejoice in the leadership of David NuciforaAll Irish rugby needs next year is a messianic figure to lead them to unknown placesMon Dec 21 2020 - 09:00
Relentless Munster provide unforgettable night in FranceVisiting side’s young and old refused to fade when faced with Clermont in full flowMon Dec 21 2020 - 06:00
JJ Hanrahan still leading the way for Munster outhalvesStephen Larkham hails number 10’s ability to handle pressure after win in FranceMon Dec 21 2020 - 01:00
John Muldoon’s return to the West reawakens tribal memoriesAs the Pat Lam circus rolls into the Sportsground, Muldoon is savouring coming homeSun Dec 20 2020 - 08:00
Munster stage remarkable comeback win to raid Clermont fortressJohann van Graan’s side overturn 19-point deficit to keep up unbeaten start to the seasonSat Dec 19 2020 - 20:24
The Offload: No Eddie, rugby is not a safer sportWorld Cup schedule shouldn't be about strongest handicapping the weakestMon Dec 14 2020 - 10:00
Rhys Ruddock the dominant force in Leinster’s bonus-point victoryThe brightest note of all was Dan Leavy’s return to the Champions CupMon Dec 14 2020 - 06:00
Leinster impress in European opener as pack set the tone early in MontpellierFive-try victory for Irish province sees Dan Leavy secure the bonus point in FranceSat Dec 12 2020 - 19:43
The Offload: Is David Nucifora’s long-term plan at sixes and Sevens?Gavin Cummiskey’s weekly look at the world of rugby at home and abroadMon Dec 07 2020 - 11:00
Johnny Sexton’s drive to take Ireland back to the top won’t diminishIreland captain uses media chiding as motivation and that can be increasingly seenMon Dec 07 2020 - 05:30
Johnny Sexton points to the positives but admits top tier still a way offIreland captain praises ‘incredible’ Caelan Doris after number eight’s show against ScotlandSat Dec 05 2020 - 18:23
