Gerry Thornley: Too old? Too Leinster? We’ll soon learn a lot about Andy Farrell’s Ireland
Key questions could be answered when Ireland take on four formidable opponents over the coming weeks
Andy Farrell
New Zealand coach Scott Robertson: ‘We expect the best out of the Ireland team’
The All Blacks look well placed to exploit any Irish rustiness when the teams meet at Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday
Ireland’s Caelan Doris available for New Zealand game as Irish squad declare clean bill of health
Positive news for the likes of Jack Conan and Craig Casey, who had been doubts through injury
Ireland v New Zealand: TV details, kick-off time, team news and more
Everything you need to know about the Autumn International game in Chicago
Changes must come in Ireland squad as Andy Farrell faces biggest challenge yet
Ireland cannot go to the next World Cup with the same side that starts against New Zealand on Saturday
Ross Byrne doesn’t regret Leinster exit, but shoots down ‘narrative’ about his shortcomings
Expectations are more modest at Gloucester, where the outhalf is still chasing a first victory
Matt Williams: Ireland’s ageing profile is a concern ahead of Autumn Internationals
Against Munster, we saw signs that members of this wonderful generation of Leinster and Irish players are nearing their end
Jack Conan confident Ireland can put it up to All Blacks despite rustiness
Leinster’s mauling by Munster has made for useful lesson before Autumn Internationals opener
Irish Book Awards: Brenda Fricker, Leo Varadkar, Manchán Magan and Andy Farrell shortlisted
Awards ‘remain the cornerstone of Ireland’s literary calendar’ and will be held on November 27th in Dublin
Ireland captain Caelan Doris could return for All Blacks clash
Number 8 has not featured since undergoing shoulder surgery in May
The Only Way I Know by Andy Farrell: An absorbing insight into the mind of a leader
Fascinating on family and drive, not so forthcoming about Ireland’s recent successes and failures
Several Ireland players in race to make Tuesday’s flight to Chicago after bruising weekend
Mack Hansen left Dexcom Stadium in a moon boot on Friday, while Jack Conan and Tommy O’Brien missed Leinster’s loss to Munster
Paddy McCarthy is match-sharp and ready if called upon for Ireland debut against Japan
Leinster prop was an unused member of Ireland’s summer team, but he should set that right in November
Andy Farrell goes for tried and tested with Paddy McCarthy only uncapped call-up
Late bloomer Tommy O’Brien will get Ireland fresh option for Autumn Internationals
Ireland’s autumn squad set to have familiar look with some summer springers set for inclusion
Caelan Doris set to make a return although doubts remain over fitness of Joe McCarthy after foot injury picked up on Lions tour
How are Leinster and Munster stacking up ahead of their first meeting of the season?
The Counter Ruck Podcast
Cloud Nine by Conor Murray: Rugby’s quiet man has lots to say on the decline of Munster
The quiet man of Irish rugby has lots to say in his criticism of the province
Andy Farrell interview: From timid boy to leader of men, his secret is leaning into discomfort
Ireland head coach also places a high value on personal authenticity, as readers of his new memoir will discover
How many Ireland jerseys are up for grabs ahead of the Autumn Nations Series?
The Counter Ruck Podcast
How will the Lions tour impact Ireland’s rugby philosophy?
Andy Farrell returns to work as Ireland coach with a deeper understanding of his players
Matt Williams: Never mind the naysayers, the Lions tour of Australia was a big success
This Lions tour is subject to a false narrative, but the numbers don’t lie
Conor Murray: After sharing their playbook with the Lions, now it’s time for Ireland to evolve
The Lions is an exercise in sharing knowledge, but Ireland shouldn’t let that come back to bite
Australian rugby could be off life-support thanks to Wallabies’ Test win over Lions
‘Genial’ Joe Schmidt did the impossible by building a squad able to compete against the Tourists in first place
Gordon D’Arcy: Far from a letdown, Lions’ defeat in third Test added texture to a compelling story
Expectations of a whitewash were unrealistic, as Australia proved either side of Sydney storms
Gerry Thornley: Australia silenced all who doubted their place in the Lions’ touring schedule
Wallabies may feel hard done by with the Lions' series win, but it may add fuel to the fire for things to come
Lions had special moments but lacked consistency needed to be ranked among greats
Andy Farrell’s team deserve place in history after a 2-1 series win but return from Australia nursing nagging regrets
Andy Farrell in ‘very strong position’ to be Lions coach in 2029
Lions favour continuity and winning series impressed CEO Ben Calveley
TV View: Sky Sports require ingenuity to hype up Lions game amid storm delay
Pundits were struggling more often than not simply to keep their umbrellas from flying away in biblical conditions
Wallabies fight back to deny the Lions series whitewash
Lions vs Australia second-half was delayed by lightning in Sydney
Ireland to play Australia and New Zealand next summer as part of new Nations Championship
Ireland to take part in inaugural Nations Championship in summer 2026
Ringrose’s big call and questionable officiating: Five things we learned from the Lions’ tour of Australia
Questionable officiating; Garry Ringrose’s right call; and a new lease of life for Australian rugby
‘That’s completely utter rubbish’: Andy Farrell denies Wallabies were better prepared for weather break
Heavy rain and a break in play due to lightening had a bearing on proceedings in Sydney
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