The Irish Times

AIL final: ‘Covid has reconnected many clubs to their communities’

The crowds are on board for the All-Ireland League as Clontarf meet Terenure in the final

Sat Apr 30 2022 - 06:00

Johnny Sexton reports clean bill of health ahead of Italy encounter

Iain Henderson ruled out of game after testing positive for Covid-19

Wed Feb 23 2022 - 15:20

TV View: No need to feel sorry for England, but if it was any other team

Like a dog with a bone, Roy Keane never lets a grudge go - this time it was Matt Doherty

Sun Feb 28 2021 - 20:15

Ian McKinley pitches up as backs coach at Rainey Old Boys

Derry club to enjoy the benefit of Irish-born Italian outhalf in Division 2A of AIL

Fri Aug 28 2020 - 06:00

Ian McKinley's refusal to accept defeat inspires

Role of his wife and family key in helping outhalf return from losing the sight in one eye

Fri May 15 2020 - 06:00

Ian McKinley: ‘You do take for granted the simple things in life’

Under lockdown in Treviso, the Benetton and Italy outhalf is getting used to the new normal

Sat Mar 28 2020 - 07:00

2019-20 Champions Cup pool-by-pool guide

Gavin Cummiskey looks at the contenders ahead of the first round of Champions Cup games

Fri Nov 15 2019 - 12:11

Gerry Thornley: Storm brewing as Samoa bid to take anger out on Ireland

Gluey slugfest with bristling Pacific Islanders is the last thing Joe Schmidt’s side need

Mon Oct 07 2019 - 15:15

Connacht overrun Benetton to notch first win

Andy Friend’s side bounce back from defeat to Scarlets

Sat Oct 05 2019 - 22:02

Ardie Savea to be first to wear goggles in Rugby World Cup

All Blacks forward discovered several years ago the vision in his left eye was deteriorating

Tue Oct 01 2019 - 12:08

Gerry Thornley: Birthplace has no bearing on right to play for Ireland

The notion that a player’s birthplace should influence World Cup selection is plain daft

Tue Sept 17 2019 - 06:22

Ian McKinley misses out in numbers game as Italy name World Cup squad

Conor O’Shea names two outhalves in 31-man panel; Springboks lose Ulster backrow Marcel Coetzee to injury

Mon Aug 19 2019 - 18:18

Ireland v Italy: Carbery injury leaves fans facing agonising wait

Outhalf was the star turn for 49 minutes, but concern now is his wellbeing for World Cup

Mon Aug 12 2019 - 06:00

Joey Carbery injury overshadows facile Italy win

Outhalf a concern for World Cup after suffering injury at the Aviva Stadium

Sat Aug 10 2019 - 16:25

Farrell open-minded over Ireland World Cup squad selection as warm-ups begin

Task of narrowing down squad will be ‘really difficult’, says incoming Ireland head coach

Sat Aug 10 2019 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: Opportunity knocks for World Cup hopefuls

Warm-up clash against Italy a chance to press their case for a place in 31-man squad

Fri Aug 09 2019 - 06:00

Ian McKinley welcomes World Rugby decision to allow goggles at all levels

‘It’s a massive day for kids as well if they need goggles from the protective side of things’

Tue May 28 2019 - 16:37

Conor O’Shea to stay with Italy until after Six Nations at least

Reports had suggested Italy coach would be replaced after World Cup later this year

Tue May 14 2019 - 18:34

'We want to be one of the great clubs in Europe' - Benetton's journey

Italian side has emerged as viable contender for the Pro14 play-offs in Conference B

Sat Apr 06 2019 - 07:00

Connacht taking no chances against in-form Benetton

Coach Friend includes three internationals in squad for important Pro14 test

Fri Mar 22 2019 - 06:00

Ireland pull it out of the fire to avoid leaving Rome in ruins

Joe Schmidt’s side limp home with bonus point after poor performance at the Stadio Olimpico

Sun Feb 24 2019 - 17:42

Ireland look for cohesion and continuity in Rome

Joe Schmidt looking for an improved overall performance against plucky Italians

Sat Feb 23 2019 - 06:00

The Offload: it’s time to stop the penalty try double-whammy

Guy Noves’ France tribunal begins, eventful London Irish bow for resilient Ian Keatley

Mon Feb 18 2019 - 11:00

Ulster rescue a draw with last play to deny Benetton

Italian side denied first win in Belfast since 2011 by penalty try

Fri Jan 25 2019 - 21:52

Robert Baloucoune retains his place as Ulster take on Benetton

Dan McFarland’s side can leapfrog Italians as they bid for top-three finish in Conference B

Thu Jan 24 2019 - 12:54

Sale Sharks say no compensation paid to Cillian Willis

News round-up: Leinster register Conor O’Brien; changes afoot in Munster

Tue Jan 08 2019 - 19:32

Ian Keatley set to join Benetton Rugby next season

Outhalf has not started a game for Munster this season

Tue Jan 08 2019 - 14:57

Larmour bags hat-trick as Ireland win phoney war at Soldier Field

Second-half blitz helps Joe Schmidt’s side run up a half-century of points in Chicago

Sat Nov 03 2018 - 22:32

McKinley’s unquenchable spirit ensures he is living the dream

Despite losing the sight in his left eye, the former Leinster player has gone on to play for Italy

Sat Nov 03 2018 - 07:00

Schmidt expecting Carbery and McGrath to continue progress

Despite the experimental line-ups, there is plenty at stake for players on both sides

Sat Nov 03 2018 - 06:00

The Offload: Is this the moment rugby finally eats itself?

Ian McKinley set for landmark moment; IRFU educates on concussion protocols

Mon Oct 29 2018 - 01:00

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

Ian McKinley in line to play against Ireland in Chicago

Former Leinster outhalf named on bench for game at Soldier Field

Wed Oct 24 2018 - 16:58

Conor O’Shea makes ‘difficult decision’ to omit Ian McKinley

'This setback will only steel him to put more pressure on the guys ahead of him'

Thu Feb 08 2018 - 19:17