The Irish Times

Head to head: Tadhg Furlong v Ellis Genge

Battle of the props an intriguing subplot in England v Ireland showdown

Sat Mar 12 2022 - 06:00

The Offload: Young Will Hickey making progress

George Taylor is latest player to retire from professional rugby due to brain injury

Mon Jan 17 2022 - 10:30

Running the rule over Rhule a masterstroke for O’Gara and La Rochelle

A suspect defence saw the winger’s South Africa career stall after seven caps in 2017

Fri Apr 30 2021 - 06:00

Rugby Stats: Josh Van der Flier’s versatility keeps him out ahead of his rivals

The Leinster and Ireland openside has always been a quick learner in his career

Thu Apr 15 2021 - 08:29

Ruddock family ties keep Ireland and Wales connected

Mike Ruddock, father of Rhys and Ciarán, is waiting for the day when families can reunite

Sat Feb 06 2021 - 10:30

‘I was kinda lost’ - Tom Daly on the call that changed everything

Centre owes a debt to Lansdowne and Mike Ruddock, after finding his feet out west

Thu Jan 07 2021 - 06:00

Sporting Cathedrals: Principality a bubbling cauldron of Welsh national pride

The famous ground in Cardiff is a fitting place of worship for more than Welsh rugby fans

Wed Jul 29 2020 - 06:00

Tadhg Furlong ‘happy out’ back on the farm, back in the centre of his universe

Leinster and Ireland prop is keeping busy getting back to basics in Wexford

Sat Apr 25 2020 - 07:00

Shaft of light amid Covid-19 gloom as Ringrose signs Leinster deal

Silky centre to stay with Leinster until end of 2021-22 season at least

Wed Apr 01 2020 - 00:00

Barry Daly due a break from fickle fate as he looks forward

Having recovered from his latest injury setback, winger prioritising a return to action with Leinster

Fri Mar 06 2020 - 06:05

Who is Max Deegan? Opportunity knocks for rare talent

Former Under-20 World Player of the Year is set to win his first Ireland cap on Saturday

Tue Feb 04 2020 - 17:00

Opportunity knocks for JJ Hanrahan as cards fall his way

Injuries give the former Ireland U-20 star chance to prove his worth as Munster outhalf

Sat Dec 14 2019 - 06:00

James Ryan: ‘First of all, I’d have to be selected as captain. It’s a lot of hearsay really’

Leinster lock ‘honoured’ to be considered for role many believe he is ideally suited for

Sat Dec 07 2019 - 06:00

Mike Ruddock leaves Lansdowne to take charge of Ospreys

Former player will take charge of struggling Welsh franchise after disastrous start to the season

Mon Dec 02 2019 - 18:59

Ruddock brothers swap Butlin’s for assault on Japan

S&C coach Ciarán and flanker Rhys add Welsh lilt to Ireland’s World Cup shout

Wed Sept 18 2019 - 07:00

Garry Ringrose: heir to O’Driscoll’s throne is world class in his own right

Leinster centre shows leadership and ‘is now starting to express himself’

Sat May 11 2019 - 05:00

Clontarf blow champions Lansdowne away with first-half onslaught

Andy Wood’s side through to All-Ireland League decider

Sat Apr 27 2019 - 19:07

Welsh fans expecting the incredible in Cardiff stronghold

Principality stadium has always been the place of Irish dreams and nightmares

Sat Mar 16 2019 - 05:00

Rory Best’s remarkable service all there in black and white

Rugby Statistics: Hooker has been a remarkably consistent figure in his 116 caps to date

Thu Mar 14 2019 - 06:46

Gerry Thornley: Gatland and Wales primed for red-letter day

The coach and his team are proven big-game performers and Ireland have it all to do

Tue Mar 12 2019 - 07:00

Paul Boyle relishing the challenge to prove what he’s capable of

Gorey-born forward and ex-U-20 Ireland star embracing his opportunity with Connacht

Sat Dec 22 2018 - 06:00

Johnny Sexton: ‘It’s incredible, I’ve had to pinch myself’

Outhalf honoured for his pivotal role in a memorable season for Leinster and Ireland

Thu Nov 22 2018 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: No such thing as a quiet week in Irish rugby

Dan McFarland looks a good fit for Ulster but the rebuilding job is a daunting proposition

Tue May 08 2018 - 07:00

Lansdowne look to have the final edge over Cork Con

For some it's a stepping stone to pro rugby, for others it’s an overdue reward for a punishing year

Sat May 05 2018 - 06:00

Lansdowne boss Ruddock still wary of the threat Cork Con pose

Lansdowne aiming to complete an excellent season by claiming Ulster Bank League title

Thu May 03 2018 - 06:00

Adam Leavy double keeps Lansdowne on course for double

Mike Ruddock’s side pull away from Garryowen in second half at the Aviva Stadium

Sat Apr 28 2018 - 20:38

Lansdowne bridge 87-year Bateman Cup gap

Cup specialists Cork Con as Lansdowne close in on double

Sat Apr 21 2018 - 15:24

Ireland debut beckons for tenacious Tadhg Beirne

Scarlets forward will be a targeted man in semi-final against Leinster, says Dan Leavy

Sat Apr 21 2018 - 05:00

‘Strong, smart, confident’: Dan Leavy is the young man for the big occasion

Since his Junior Cup days, the talented Ireland flanker’s ability on the field has stood out

Sat Mar 10 2018 - 06:00

Impressive Lansdowne surge 16 points clear at the top

Victory over Terenure makes it 12 victories in a row for Division 1A leaders

Sun Jan 28 2018 - 17:01

Liam Toland: To hell with precedent, Ireland need Zebo

There’s not a player in Irish rugby akin to Zebo and his case should stand on its own merits

Fri Nov 03 2017 - 07:00

Lansdowne’s Deasy bags 19 points to down former side Cork Con

Defending Ulster Bank League champions suffer second defeat of campaign

Sun Oct 08 2017 - 18:16

Rassie Erasmus: ‘Maybe this was just a step too far’ for Munster

Director of rugby believes his players have come a long way in turbulent season on and off pitch

Sat May 27 2017 - 21:54

Meet the Irish playing international rugby for the UAE

‘We can play the game we love at international level, representing our adopted nation’

Fri May 19 2017 - 14:01