The Irish Times

Joe Schmidt named World Rugby’s high performance director

‘We are delighted to appoint a person of Joe’s calibre, expertise and global credibility’

Thu Oct 08 2020 - 13:02

Rugby in a pandemic: Welcome to the season from the edge of oblivion

The return of supporters is seen as vital to the future of the professional game

Sat Oct 03 2020 - 06:00

Australia in pole position to secure 2027 Rugby World Cup

Russia also intends to bid to host the tournament

Thu Aug 13 2020 - 15:43

Pro 14 chief Anayi ‘really confident’ that season will finish

Ideal eight-week schedule would initially see derbies being played behind closed doors

Thu Apr 16 2020 - 06:00

Philip Browne: ‘The key is to get the high-value matches played’

Ireland could play seven Test matches in a short time span when rugby starts again

Fri Apr 10 2020 - 19:08

Matt Williams: All Blacks about to blow Ireland’s house down

Schmidt’s side are blunt in attack but New Zealand could fall foul of new tackle laws

Fri Oct 18 2019 - 15:11

Women’s rugby ‘revolution’ promised at Dublin event

Rugby dignitaries hear of global campaign ahead of crunch Nations Championship talks

Tue May 21 2019 - 20:30

Gordon D’Arcy: Absence of a proper global calendar the root of world rugby’s problems

So many difficulties to address before a World League should even be considered

Wed Mar 06 2019 - 06:00

Bill Beaumont to convene Dublin meeting on World Rugby League

Proposals have drawn widespread criticism from players on grounds of player welfare

Mon Mar 04 2019 - 14:46

The Offload: Brett Gosper must be held to account for what he says

Jack McGrath is seemingly Ulster bound next season, and it could open the floodgates

Mon Mar 04 2019 - 12:36

Gerry Thornley: World League proposal has more holes than a soup strainer

World Rugby has managed to antagonise all the stake-holders in the game that matter

Fri Mar 01 2019 - 06:30

Six Nations countries a long way from backing World League

Sexton says the issue of player load needs to be properly understood in any talks

Fri Mar 01 2019 - 06:00

Rugby’s proposed World League - all you need to know

What’s happening with the proposed new ’League of Nations’ and how will it impact on Irish rugby?

Thu Feb 28 2019 - 14:51

Gerry Thornley: 'World League' could seriously devalue the Six Nations

Subsuming tournament in a new ‘World League of Nations’ would be fraught with danger

Tue Jan 29 2019 - 01:00

Sleeping giant: US rugby ready for its great awakening

As USA prepares to play Ireland this weekend, the US eyes up hosting World Cup 2027

Fri Nov 23 2018 - 06:00

Autumn Series: Friendly fire will be as keenly felt as ever

There will be plenty at stake for both teams and players with a World Cup looming

Sat Oct 27 2018 - 06:00

Cards best way to change player behaviour, says World Rugby

Greater consistency needed from referees when issuing red cards, says WR chief

Sun Sept 23 2018 - 15:21

RWC 2019: natural disaster could be a real threat in Japan

September brings about chaotic weather - but World Cup organisers are braced for it

Thu Sept 20 2018 - 11:54

Rugby World Cup could be extended from 20 teams to 24

Rugby does not have the global depth of football but World Rugby is keen to expand

Tue Sept 11 2018 - 08:04

Australian media in no doubt ‘Ireland were the better team’

Following Ireland's series win there are calls for World Rugby to offer clarity on aerial duels

Sun Jun 24 2018 - 15:19

Rugby World Cup bid: Quiet deals outmanoeuvred Ireland

Inexperienced Irish bid refused to wade into murky waters and instead played by the rules

Sat Nov 18 2017 - 06:00

John Robbie: 2023 World Cup can be catalyst for change in South Africa

Former Ireland scrumhalf says tournament would be ‘marvellous’ for adopted nation

Sat Nov 11 2017 - 07:30

World Rugby disappointed at criticism of South Africa RWC bid

SA Rugby points to lack of serious crime at country’s soccer and cricket World Cups

Thu Nov 09 2017 - 06:00

IRFU question South Africa RWC bid in letter to World Rugby

Letter, which has been seen by The Irish Times, shows misgivings on evaluation report

Wed Nov 08 2017 - 02:00

New Zealand scorch past Wales to send out early warning

Black Ferns’ back-three of Woodman, Winiata and Wickliffe a sight to behold at UCD

Wed Aug 09 2017 - 18:18

Fun bus delivers Ireland’s Rugby World Cup bid

Detailed submission for 2023 delivered to World Rugby offices in Dublin

Thu Jun 01 2017 - 17:33

World Cup 2023: Bidding process will come down to the wire

A recommendation from World Cup Technical Review Group will be crucial

Sat Mar 25 2017 - 10:00

Irish diaspora a major plus in Ireland 2023 World Cup bid

Broadening the appeal of rugby in North America and Canada a potential selling point

Thu Mar 23 2017 - 12:56

RWC 2023: France and South Africa bids have issues to sort out

Both Irish rivals have a lot in their favour in terms of infrastructure and stadiums

Tue Nov 15 2016 - 20:00

Ireland camp is best in my time as manager, says Mick Kearney

Squad prepare for second All Black clash with no new injury worries after Canada win

Tue Nov 15 2016 - 01:00

Three-year eligibility rule to be reviewed, says World Rugby

Chairman Bill Beaumont says it’s needs to be looked at and all unions will be consulted

Mon Nov 14 2016 - 15:15

Success of Women’s Rugby World Cup will help 2023 bid

Ireland is competing with France and South Africa to host men’s tournament

Fri Nov 11 2016 - 01:00

Ireland land in tough pool for Women’s Rugby World Cup

Draw starts ball rolling for tournament to be held in Dublin and Belfast next August

Thu Nov 10 2016 - 01:00

Southern Hemisphere ballast helps steady Ireland’s ship

Jared Payne and CJ Stander were facilitated by the disputed three-year residency rule

Fri Nov 04 2016 - 20:00