Keith Gleeson: ‘The fear is Super Rugby will fall in a few years’
The former Ireland player, who was reared in Sydney, discusses his concerns about the future of professional rugby in Australia and the ‘very special’ Andy Farrell
The former Ireland player, who was reared in Sydney, discusses his concerns about the future of professional rugby in Australia and the ‘very special’ Andy Farrell
Former Munster captain thinks move would suit the La Rochelle coach as the IRFU tend to promote from within
IRFU performance director spoke with the La Rochelle head coach in April about his future ambitions
Leinster man taking his opportunities in Nations Championship after injury struggles
The 31-year-old prop returns to his home province for a second spell
Andy Farrell places faith in Leinster fullback’s aerial work and left-footed kicking game for Wallabies clash
Former Munster outhalf is currently rehabbing a cruciate knee ligament injury sustained in February
Leinster man ‘excited’ about the atmosphere in Irish camp before Australia clash
Stuart Lancaster’s side to take on French heavyweights Toulouse and La Rochelle, while Munster face two-time reigning champions Bordeaux-Bègles
Leinster fullback puts injury woes behind him as he heads back Down Under
Cambridge-born Leinster and Ireland fan who was always fond of devilment fell head over heels in love with his adopted country
Nigel Carolan, who was head coach, and outhalf Bill Johnston recall that momentous day in June 2016
Speculation over a coach’s successor can destabilise the team unless the process is handled properly
Ronan O’Gara’s expiring La Rochelle contract would make for a smooth transition despite the Munster links, while former player Felipe Contempomi would be popular
Issue of 20-minute red card is central to future existence of the sport
The job at the Irish province should appeal to many good coaches
Former Ireland international will depart after 12 years in the role at the conclusion of 2026/27 season
Outhalf turns his focus to Ireland after a fine display for Leinster in the URC Grand Final
Dan Sheehan takes over captaincy for Nation Championship meetings with Australia, Japan and New Zealand
Caelan Doris to ‘see how it unfolds over the next 24 hours’ after picking up foot injury in win over the Bulls
Leo Cullen’s side eclipse last year’s victory in front of 39,184 fans in Croke Park
Impressive 36-7 victory for the Irish province to make it back-to-back titles in James Lowe’s final game
The South Africans came with a stunning set piece record but Leinster’s resolve was unyielding
Rieko Ioane played like an All Black, while Sam Prendergast showed lovely range in his game
The Nations Championship is an excellent concept in itself, but rugby’s fixture overload means players don’t have enough time for rest and recovery
Springbok-laden Bulls will take some beating, but home advantage could tip the balance if Leinster fans get behind their team
The sport may be shifting to suit teams like Leinster, but there’s no substitute for efficiency in possession
Tough days on the road bonded our Munster group — just like Bilbao will have gelled the Leinster lads
The Counter Ruck Podcast
Everything you need to know about the URC decider at Croke Park
Leo Cullen makes three changes for Croke Park showdown against the Bulls
Former captain Nacewa also reflects on James Lowe’s impending exit and the club’s changing identity
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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