The Irish Times

England bring in fresh faces but Tuilagi cannot be ignored

Sale man the most significant inclusion in Eddie Jones’ England squad

Tue May 17 2022 - 15:03

Kiwi duo Gibson-Park and Lowe pushing Leinster to fresh heights

In-form scrumhalf’s head-to-head with Dupont at the Aviva an enticing prospect

Wed May 11 2022 - 06:00

Scotland’s clarity of thought shows the way for confused England

Clear game plan comes up trumps in contrast to England who hauled off Marcus Smith

Mon Feb 07 2022 - 05:17

England boss Eddie Jones rolling with the punches after testing Six Nations build-up

Captain Owen Farrell ruled out of tournament and will have surgery on ankle injury

Wed Jan 26 2022 - 22:00

Lawes and May concerns add to England’s injury woes

Skipper Farrell confirmed to miss opener as Ford, Daly and Isiekwe are called up as cover

Tue Jan 25 2022 - 07:00

The Offload: John O’Sullivan’s order of merit for 2021

The players, the try, the tackle and the moments of the rugby year

Mon Dec 27 2021 - 15:30

England extend winning run against Australia to eight matches

Eddie Jones’s side forced to dig deep against Wallabies at Twickenham

Sat Nov 13 2021 - 20:01

Owen Doyle: Japan win was refreshing but All Blacks will bring the heat

The intensity brought by New Zealand in Saturday’s Test will be off the Richter scaler

Tue Nov 09 2021 - 06:00

England’s Jonny May happy to risk burnout in drive for success

Winger outlines relentless focus on preparation as he chases down tryscoring record

Mon Nov 08 2021 - 19:00

What should Gatland do? Our rugby writers pick their Lions squads

It’s nearly decision time for the Lions coach - who should make the South Africa tour?

Sat May 01 2021 - 09:00

England’s Ellis Genge avoids citing for Johnny Sexton altercation

Footage showed prop appearing to run his elbow across the Ireland captain’s head

Mon Mar 22 2021 - 14:26

Ireland v England: Key head to head battles

John O’Sullivan looks at three of the key battles that’ll decide this Six Nations clash

Sat Mar 20 2021 - 07:00

Irish aerial bombardment would make May’s day at the Aviva

Gloucester winger happy that his technique will stand up under the high ball

Tue Mar 16 2021 - 22:00

Six Nations: England won’t lodge a complaint over Pascal Gauzere

Eddie Jones’s side slumped to a record defeat to Wales in Cardiff on Saturday evening

Sun Feb 28 2021 - 12:17

Six Nations Miscellany: Talisman Ryan feeling great and ready to roll in Rome

Townsend gets wish; Gloucester match-up to savour; By the numbers; Word of mouth

Thu Feb 25 2021 - 06:21

Six Nations magic shouldn’t be hidden behind a paywall

The likes of Louis Reez-Zammit can spark the imagination of the casual observer

Mon Feb 15 2021 - 11:44

Nigel Owens says May’s try should have been disallowed

Six-try display gets stung England’s Six Nations challenge back on track at Twickenham

Sun Feb 14 2021 - 17:40

Finn Russell’s wizardry gives Scotland a magic show to remember

First Twickenham win in 38 years was deserved. Any other result would have been a travesty

Sun Feb 07 2021 - 22:30

Six Nations: A bluffer’s guide to England

Eddie Jones’s formidable side are the team to beat in this year’s competition

Fri Feb 05 2021 - 06:30

Rugby stats: Jacob Stockdale boasts Ireland’s best try-scoring strike rate

His footwork, pace, strength and ability to beat defenders make him a potent finisher

Thu Feb 04 2021 - 06:00

Six Nations: England very short-priced favourites to retain their crown

Bookies rate France as second favourites to win with Ireland third most likely winners

Thu Feb 04 2021 - 01:00

Six Nations 2021: England have the firepower to retain their title

Preparation hasn’t been ideal but Eddie Jones has plenty of winners at his disposal

Fri Jan 29 2021 - 10:00

Billy Burns leads Ulster as they attempt raid on his former side Gloucester

Ulster enjoy an excellent record against English Premiership sides

Sat Dec 19 2020 - 06:00

Andy Farrell set to name strongest Ireland selection for Scotland playoff clash

Skipper Johnny Sexton will return to lead side for Aviva stadium clash

Wed Dec 02 2020 - 20:30

Defence dominated Nations Cup has failed to lift spirits

Rugby union has become harder to watch as more teams favour contact over creativity

Mon Nov 30 2020 - 11:09

Ireland’s work-ons: Four things Andy Farrell needs to address

Gerry Thornley looks at four key areas in need of improvement ahead of the Six Nations

Sat Nov 28 2020 - 06:00

Rugby Stats: Blame game at lineout time is on the whole team

What might simply look like a poor throw is more often than not a deeper system failure

Thu Nov 26 2020 - 06:52

James Ryan blames the collective for Ireland's lineout struggles

Ireland’s captain defends Kelleher and refuses to stew over misses opportunities

Wed Nov 25 2020 - 15:54

England’s ferocious defence sets them apart from the rest

Ireland had plenty of ball but no answers to hosts’ John Mitchell-inspired rearguard

Mon Nov 23 2020 - 09:37

England 18 Ireland 7: How the Irish players rated

John O’Sullivan hands out the marks after Ireland's latest defeat at Twickenham

Sat Nov 21 2020 - 18:25

Ireland avoid a whitewash but white wall proves a tough nut to crack

England’s brilliant defensive performance secures fourth straight win over Ireland

Sat Nov 21 2020 - 17:43

Twickenham test likely to prove a little too severe again for Ireland

Improved performance from February defeat could prove vital come next year’s Six Nations

Sat Nov 21 2020 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley’s Six Nations team of the tournament

Our rugby correspondent looks at the players who impressed in this year’s fractured tournament

Mon Nov 02 2020 - 19:00

Exeter secondrow Jonny Hill named in England team

Eddie Jones has named his XV to face Italy in Saturday’s final round of the Six Nations

Thu Oct 29 2020 - 11:50