The Irish Times

Uncapped Leicester flanker Reffell named in Wales squad for South Africa tour

He is joined by uncapped Cardiff number eight James Ratti in 33-man group for three Tests against Springboks in July

Wed May 18 2022 - 17:51

Johnny Sexton remains controller-in-chief of Ireland’s attacking game

He may no longer be front of house in the back line, but he brings order and composure

Mon Feb 07 2022 - 06:00

Andy Farrell admits Aviva full house ‘makes us tick’ ahead of Wales opener

Head coach named strong side for Six Nations opener against defending champions

Fri Feb 04 2022 - 08:08

‘Significant’ injury to RG Snyman overshadows outstanding Munster showing

Johann van Graan ‘pretty worried’ after South African lock goes off with knee injury

Sun Oct 10 2021 - 17:26

All eyes on Tadhg Furlong as Leinster travel to Llanelli

Ireland and Lions tighthead makes return against the Scarlets on Saturday night

Sat Jan 30 2021 - 06:00

Jack Willis hoping for opportunity against Ireland after impressive England debut

Wasps flanker earned memorable first cap but faces stiff competition in Jones’s backrow

Tue Nov 17 2020 - 01:00

Robbie Henshaw offers timely reprise of his versatility and class

Leinster centre proved more than a handful for the Welsh midfield for 44 minutes

Mon Feb 10 2020 - 06:00

Ireland weather the storm to see off Wales

A much improved performance is rewarded with a bonus point win in Dublin

Sat Feb 08 2020 - 18:22

Saracens centre Nick Tompkins to start for Wales against Ireland

Wayne Pivac makes one change to his XV with George North reverting to the wing

Thu Feb 06 2020 - 12:29

Wales kick Six Nations off with five try win over Italy

Hosts cruise to bonus point victory as Italians fail to register a score in Cardiff humbling

Sat Feb 01 2020 - 16:20

Five uncapped players in Wales’ Six Nations squad

There’s a recall for Rhys Webb who last played Test rugby just over two years ago

Wed Jan 15 2020 - 11:39

Parc strife continues as Connacht go down to Scarlets in opener

Andy Friend’s side fail to break duck at Welsh venue as they come home empty handed

Sat Sept 28 2019 - 19:42

Munster can maintain momentum as Scannell set for landmark appearance

Pro14 preview: Scarlets v Munster, Parc y Scarlets (5.0, live on TG4, Premier Sports 2)

Fri Mar 01 2019 - 15:04

Leinster do just enough not to lose in low-key encounter

Leo Cullen says Jack McGrath and Rob Kearney will benefit from game time

Fri Jan 25 2019 - 22:40

Scarlets jump above Ulster after convincing win

Dan McFarland’s side struggled up front against Welsh side

Fri Nov 23 2018 - 21:41

Scarlets and Leicester look to kickstart their campaign

No Welsh team has triumphed at Welford Road against the Tigers

Fri Oct 19 2018 - 06:00

Andy Friend already looking like a good find for Connacht

Head coach’s positivity has translated to the pitch with Carty taking greater responsibility

Fri Sept 28 2018 - 06:00

Connacht hold their nerve for home win over Scarlets

Centre Bundee Aki is man of the match yet it could easily have been outhalf Jack Carty or scrumhalf Kieran Marmion

Sun Sept 23 2018 - 15:04

Aki and Carty lead Connacht to impressive win over Scarlets

Returning Ireland centre impresses as outhalf knocks over 18 points at Sportsground

Sat Sept 22 2018 - 19:53

Sexton’s masterclass ensures Nacewa bows out on a perfect note

Leinster prove their status as the best team in Europe with a swashbuckling display

Mon May 28 2018 - 05:45

Leinster secure historic double to cap greatest ever season

Late tries flatter Scarlets as they are well beaten in Pro14 final at the Aviva Stadium

Sat May 26 2018 - 20:52

Isa Nacewa starts as Leinster name Pro14 final team

Ross Byrne drops out of squad as Leinster and Scarlets name their XVs for Aviva clash

Fri May 25 2018 - 12:26

Warriors will need to take a clinical approach against Scarlets

Defending Pro14 champions won’t be cowed by hostile venue, but Scots could shade this

Fri May 18 2018 - 06:00

Scarlets set on ‘creating history’ in Aviva showdown

After 11-year wait to be European semi-finalists they aim to be first Welsh winners

Fri Apr 20 2018 - 15:09

Scarlets embracing Wayne’s world to good effect

Pivac has added defensive solidity and nous to a side with an impressive running game

Sat Apr 14 2018 - 06:00

Depleted Scarlets represent an opportunity for Ulster

If visitors’ pack can establish a suitable platform, backline have the nous to capitalise

Sat Feb 24 2018 - 01:00

Lowe puts on another show as Leinster step past Scarlets

Tadhg Beirne again impresses for Welsh side as they claim late bonus point

Sat Feb 17 2018 - 17:36

Scarlets’ chances against Bath dented after loss of Halfpenny and McNicholl

Welsh side already without key players ahead of pivotal Champions Cup fixture

Thu Jan 11 2018 - 20:49

Ulster time late run to claim dramatic win on emotional night

Tributes paid on fifth anniversary of Nevin Spence’s death before kick-off

Fri Sept 15 2017 - 22:16

Munster gobbled up and spat out by breathtaking Scarlets

Rassie Erasmus’s side blitzed by four tries in the first half by electric Welsh outfit

Sat May 27 2017 - 21:52

Munster and Scarlets will give Pro12 the finale it deserves

Decider may not pack Aviva to the rafters, but it will bring two in-form teams together

Sat May 27 2017 - 12:51

Munster and Scarlets name unchanged sides for Pro 12 decider

Conor Murray to make 100th Munster appearance; Donnacha Ryan signs off on 167 caps

Sat May 27 2017 - 10:36

Scarlets leave Leinster’s season once again doused in regret

Welsh side deserve their place in final as thoughts turn to injured Irish Lions players

Fri May 19 2017 - 22:13

Pivac: Ending Leinster’s home record a massive challenge

Scarlets coach hopeful Leinster castaway Tadhg Beirne will shine in Pro12 semi-final

Fri May 19 2017 - 06:30