The Irish Times

The sporting decade that was: Ireland finally slay Goliath

After 111 years of waiting, history is written on a crisp Chicago afternoon

Sat Dec 28 2019 - 12:00

Schmidt v Hansen Part V: something’s got to give in Rugby World Cup quarter-final

Ireland and New Zealand have shared two wins apiece since 2013. That will change on Saturday

Thu Oct 17 2019 - 16:30

Toulon owner on Julian Savea: ‘I’m going to ask for a DNA test’

Former All Blacks winger responds after Boudjellal says he is no longer welcome at club

Mon Feb 18 2019 - 12:52

Edinburgh close in on last eight with victory in Toulon

Richard Cockerill’s team on the brink after earning memorable win in Stade Mayol

Sat Jan 12 2019 - 20:52

Signing All Blacks doesn’t guarantee success for European clubs

The likes of Lima Sopoaga haven’t always flourished after making the big money move

Thu Jan 03 2019 - 12:09

Ireland 16 All Blacks 9: Timeline of a historic victory

On a night of history at Lansdowne Road there were plenty of key moments

Sat Nov 17 2018 - 21:19

Ben Smith ignoring the stick and focusing on winning matches

All Black took four months away from game after five concussions and failed HIA

Thu Nov 15 2018 - 06:00

Backstabbers or boys done good: how do All Blacks view Celtic Kiwis?

Concept of scouring the world for players is one that is little loved in New Zealand

Mon Nov 12 2018 - 06:30

Gordon D’Arcy: My part in the greatest Irish victory that never was

Schmidt’s side have grown since and Chicago 2016 changed the narrative for Irish rugby

Wed Nov 07 2018 - 06:00

Lima Sopoaga: European money outweighs All Blacks jersey

Sopoaga has 16 New Zealand caps but signed lucrative two-year Wasps deal in January

Wed Sept 12 2018 - 13:04

Robbie Deans believes Barbarians represent ‘the essence of rugby’

Barbarians v New Zealand, Twickenham, 3pm : Cluttered calendar would appear to threaten the relevance of a team built on amateur ideals

Fri Nov 03 2017 - 18:54

Steve Hansen sees opportunities for All Blacks after tough year

Coach will use autumn games to blood some new players as World Cup cycle gears up

Fri Nov 03 2017 - 16:34

New Zealand 15 Lions 15: All Blacks player ratings

Aaron Smith remains the best scrumhalf in world rugby while Retallick and Whitelock immense

Sat Jul 08 2017 - 12:36

Midweekers look to lift Lions' morale and make Test case

Warren Gatland has shown that form will be recognised for New Zealand selections

Mon Jun 26 2017 - 18:22

Warren Gatland: All Blacks took cheap shots at Conor Murray

Lions coach concerned after scrumhalf targeted during first Test defeat in Auckland

Sun Jun 25 2017 - 22:00

Supremely confident Steve Hansen revels in victory

‘We’re not just a team that play fantasy rugby. We play down and dirty rugby too’

Sun Jun 25 2017 - 20:25

Rory Best to captain Lions again as XV named to face Hurricanes

Warren Gatland asks referees to clamp down on dangerous harassment of Conor Murray

Sun Jun 25 2017 - 12:33

Gerry Thornley: Lions will need a bigger boat. All Blacks rout Samoa

All Blacks issue warning with 78-0 win in preparation of first Lions Test on Saturday

Fri Jun 16 2017 - 11:20

Barrett trio to make history as All Blacks name XV to play Samoa

Fullback Ben Smith will lead the side for the first time in the absence of Kieran Read

Wed Jun 14 2017 - 21:02

Lions 2017: The Super Rugby sides waiting for a crack at the tourists

Warren Gatland’s side must face all five of New Zealand’s red hot domestic franchises

Mon May 29 2017 - 08:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Expect the unexpected from Ireland

Expect something new from Ireland and Joe Schmidt, something to ignite Ireland’s Six Nations

Wed Feb 22 2017 - 07:45

Liam Toland: Plenty to build on after All Blacks onslaught

Superb Ireland performances not enough to stop New Zealand team intent on revenge

Mon Nov 21 2016 - 07:47

Ireland 9 New Zealand 21: Ireland player ratings

Gavin Cummiskey gives his verdict on individual performances of Joe Schmidt’s side

Sun Nov 20 2016 - 10:12

Ireland 9 New Zealand 21 - All Blacks player ratings

They came with revenge on their mind and some of their big names were on top form

Sat Nov 19 2016 - 21:39

All Blacks to harness emotion as they remember missing brother Lomu

Beauden Barrett and team-mates won’t forget one-year anniversary of legend’s death

Fri Nov 18 2016 - 01:00

Sam Whitelock and Brodie Retallick return for All Blacks

Steve Hansen recalls fit again secondrows to beef up pack for rematch with Ireland

Thu Nov 17 2016 - 08:47

Gordon D’Arcy: Ruthless streak the best part of this victory

Ireland preyed on New Zealand’s inexperience to beat All Blacks at their own game

Wed Nov 09 2016 - 08:00

Ireland end 111 years of hurt to beat the All Blacks

Stunning performance by Irish rugby team in Chicago sees New Zealand finally beaten

Mon Nov 07 2016 - 09:12

High Five! The tries that saw Ireland topple the All Blacks

Joe Schmidt’s side went toe-to-toe with the world champions and outscored them

Sun Nov 06 2016 - 16:14

How the Irish players rated against the All Blacks

A perfect 10 for scrum half Conor Murray on a day all the Irish players excelled

Sun Nov 06 2016 - 13:23

Ireland 40 New Zealand 29: All Blacks player ratings

18 and out: Gaving Cummiskey rates Steve Hansen’s side after their first defeat of 2016

Sun Nov 06 2016 - 08:34

All Blacks paying Ireland plenty of respect

“You can’t be off on your game, because they’ll penalise you”

Thu Nov 03 2016 - 23:39

All Blacks name Jerome Kaino in secondrow for Ireland test

Flanker will make his first start at lock for New Zealand on Saturday

Thu Nov 03 2016 - 16:31

All conquering All Blacks break new ground

New Zealand will meet Ireland in Chicago next month

Sat Oct 22 2016 - 13:22