The Irish Times

The Irish Times view on concussion in rugby

Group law suit by former players suffering from life-changing effects of brain trauma had come to seem inevitable

Fri Dec 11 2020 - 20:30

Irish rugby players to be part of concussion group lawsuit

Over 70 players will be part of litigation with IRFU expected to become involved

Wed Dec 09 2020 - 06:40

Coronavirus hits home decor firms with gaps in supply

Gaps emerging in supply for items including door magnets, plywood and bespoke furniture finishes

Thu Mar 05 2020 - 06:30

Gerry Thornley: Seán O’Brien had that rare quality of making others play better

Ireland have been dealt a significant blow in losing Tullow Tank in addition to Dan Leavy

Tue May 28 2019 - 07:00

The Wexford kitchen manufacturer making it worldwide

A family furniture business in Gorey has evolved into a supplier of luxury kitchens with an international clientele

Sat Apr 06 2019 - 05:30

How head injuries finished the rugby career of Cillian Willis

'Unless you have to be dragged off you wouldn’t leave a pitch. That’s the reality.'

Sat Mar 23 2019 - 06:22

Survey finds over a quarter of rugby players would hide head trauma

IRP findings show education on concussion is failing on substantial number of players

Thu Dec 06 2018 - 05:00

Rugby is playing roulette with welfare of brightest and best

Chris Henry’s retirement causes brief pause for reflection ahead of glamorous autumn Tests

Sat Nov 10 2018 - 09:00

Geordan Murphy: 'It’s a fickle world but it’s nice to be doing what you love'

Leicester coach knows the pressure is on at a club where the message is win, just win

Sat Oct 13 2018 - 08:00

Cillian Willis concussion case due before court next year

Willis first player to sue an English club and medics for negligence over brain injury

Wed Sept 19 2018 - 07:00

‘Rugby is too PC’ outburst shows battle at the heart of the game

Geordan Murphy’s remark on Leicester red card comes amid new focus on head injuries

Tue Sept 18 2018 - 01:00

The Irish Times view on concussion in sport: protect the players

Head injury prevention strategies in rugby should place emphasis on tackling lower-risk body regions

Sat Sept 15 2018 - 00:02

Gerry Thornley: Dominic Ryan has done a service for the sport he loves

Former rugby player illustrated how terrifying concussion and brain trauma can be

Tue Sept 11 2018 - 07:00

Conan and Lancaster saddened by Ryan’s retirement

‘Concussion is a hot topic at the moment within rugby circles,’ says Leinster backrow forward

Tue Sept 11 2018 - 06:00

Dominic Ryan: The terrifying concussions which have forced my retirement

Leicester flanker announces his retirement as head injuries take a career-ending toll

Sat Sept 08 2018 - 06:00

Ideal tour for Joe Schmidt as new green shoots appear

Tour to USA and Japan has helped to identify future leaders within the Irish squad

Sun Jun 25 2017 - 22:06

Leinster’s Dominic Ryan to join Leicester Tigers

Backrow will be reunited with former provincial boss Matt O’Connor at Welford Road

Thu Jun 01 2017 - 18:57

Sean Cronin a major doubt for Leinster’s clash with Scarlets

Sean O’Brien has returned to full training after a month out with a hamstring issue

Mon May 15 2017 - 14:19

Confident Leinster aiming to finish on a high

Pride the spur for Ulster who will bid a fond farewell to Ruan Pienaar and Roger Wilson

Fri May 05 2017 - 21:10

Roger Wilson and Ruan Pienaar both start Kingspan farewells

Only four from the team that accounted for Glasgow last weekend start for Leinster

Fri May 05 2017 - 12:28

Leinster planning without Heaslip and Kearney

Injured duo unlikely to feature again for Leinster this season

Sat Apr 29 2017 - 01:23

Rugby’s wild geese: the ups and downs of a life lived in exile

We speak to three players who departed Irish shores for the benefit of their careers

Sat Apr 08 2017 - 07:00

Leinster re-sign entire coaching ticket ahead of 2017/18 season

Stuart Lancaster signs two-year deal, backs coach Girvan Dempsey a one-year deal

Wed Apr 05 2017 - 17:45

Leinster confirm 13 contract renewals for 2017/18

Provinces release ticket details for Champions Cup semi-finals at Aviva and in Lyon

Wed Apr 05 2017 - 11:41

Dave Kearney returns with two tries in big Leinster win

Leo Cullen’s side claim bonus point against Treviso in Italy

Sun Feb 12 2017 - 18:17

Depleted Leinster facing a potentially tricky test at Treviso

Leo Cullen’s squad boosted by the return of likes of Dave Kearney, Mike Ross and Joey Carbery

Fri Feb 10 2017 - 17:45

Tipping Point: Fans sold a pup at sold-out Pro12 games

If the provinces’ stars are not playing, it is only fair that ticket-buyers know in advance

Mon Jan 02 2017 - 07:00

Seán O’Brien eyes Northampton after missing win over Wallabies

Leinster flanker glad to see van der Flier ‘keeping heat’ on well-stocked backrow

Fri Dec 09 2016 - 06:00

Leinster’s latest injury news ahead of Northampton trip

Robbie Henshaw and Rob Kearney trained non contact, they’ll be assessed later in week

Mon Dec 05 2016 - 12:59

Improving Scarlets a serious test for Leinster

Depth of Leo Cullen’s squad sure to be tested as visitors face difficult assignment in Wales

Fri Nov 25 2016 - 01:00

Leinster need cutting edge to clip wings of Welsh high-flyers

Sexton, Healy and Furlong return as Cullen names strong side to face in-form Ospreys

Fri Sept 23 2016 - 12:10

Leinster name their team for Pro12 opener against Treviso

Joey Carbery comes in for his first start at outhalf with Cian Healy starting at loosehead

Thu Sept 01 2016 - 12:42

Jack McGrath unwilling to give Boks an inch in case they take a mile

Leinster prop was a 19-year-old onlooker when Lions headed to South Africa in 2009

Thu Jun 09 2016 - 01:00

Rhys Ruddock sees CJ Stander as a big threat to Leinster

Flanker praises backrow opponent’s impressive ball carrying skills ahead of showdown

Wed Mar 30 2016 - 07:00