The Irish Times

Dragons boss says cutting number of regions would damage Welsh rugby

Report commissioned by Professional Rugby Board also reportedly to be suggesting merger between Scarlets and the Ospreys

Thu May 05 2022 - 19:28

All eyes on Byrne brothers as Leinster clash with Ospreys

Leo Cullen focused on season amid questions about when head coach will leave province

Sat Feb 19 2022 - 05:00

Depleted Ulster braced for tough Northampton assignment

Absence of influential trio Cooney, Henderson and McCloskey may tilt balance

Fri Jan 14 2022 - 17:40

Connacht looking to get back into their stride against Ospreys

Connacht’s Ireland squad members get chance to remind Farrell of their quality

Fri Nov 26 2021 - 01:00

Munster bracing for South Africa jaunt just before Champions Cup

Province to play Bulls and Lions, then comes trip to Wasps and Castres at home

Tue Oct 19 2021 - 05:00

Stephen Larkham: ‘It could have been a lot worse so there’s a lot of relief’

Australian talks of relief that fire pit incident did not have more serious consequences

Wed Jun 09 2021 - 06:00

Van Graan expecting a tough test from Ospreys

Welsh side are familiar opponents for Munster

Sat Nov 14 2020 - 01:00

One step forward for Ulster, but uphill climb lies ahead

Skills coach Dan Soper feels a change of mindset in squad prior to Ospreys game

Tue Oct 06 2020 - 06:47

JJ Hanrahan remains a 'slight possibility' for Munster's European opener

Johann van Graan: 'We’ll give him every chance possibly for this weekend'

Wed Nov 13 2019 - 06:00

Connacht withstand Ospreys comeback to win again

Irish province secure their first at Liberty Stadium since their Pro12 winning title year

Sat Nov 02 2019 - 19:48

Connacht face strength-in-depth test against Ospreys

Pro14 preview: Saturday – Ospreys v Connacht, Liberty Stadium 5.15pm, TV: TG4, Premier Sports 1

Fri Nov 01 2019 - 14:40

Jed Holloway to make first Munster start against struggling Ospreys

Former Australian underage international one of five changes in team that lost to Cheetahs

Thu Oct 24 2019 - 18:06

Gareth Anscombe to leave Cardiff Blues for Welsh rivals Ospreys

Outhalf’s decision means he will still be eligible to represent Wales

Mon Apr 15 2019 - 19:20

Proposed merger between Ospreys and Scarlets is off

Ospreys cried foul once they realised they would effectively be consumed by Scarlets

Wed Mar 06 2019 - 13:41

Connacht to bring in their heavy hitters for ‘season shaper’

Win over Ospreys could see province potentially move into top two of their Pro14 table

Wed Oct 24 2018 - 06:00

Leinster eye historic double as Ulster salvage season

Late trademark intercept try by Jacob Stockdale puts paid to an Ospreys’ comeback

Mon May 21 2018 - 01:00

Ulster can overcome all the distractions

Ulster v Ospreys preview: Kingspan stadium, Sunday (3.05, live on BBC 2)

Sat May 19 2018 - 05:48

Ulster’s Best asset a doubt for Champions Cup play-off

Concerns over captain adds to challenges Jono Gibbes faces in final game with province

Thu May 17 2018 - 01:00

Ulster minds firmly focused on Ospreys showdown

Morale-boosting victory in Edinburgh brings some welcome optimism back into camp

Wed Apr 11 2018 - 01:00

Leinster get the reality check they need in defeat to Ospreys

Leo Cullen views loss as eye-opener for his side ahead of huge challenge next weekend

Mon Mar 26 2018 - 06:00

Johann van Graan in the deep end as Munster enter Tigers’ lair

New coach preparing side for a ‘different’ type of game to last Saturday’s victory

Thu Dec 14 2017 - 05:45

Johann van Graan ready for tough test in weeks ahead

Province prepares for Champions Cup game against Leicester Tigers with Ospreys victory

Mon Dec 04 2017 - 07:00

Rhys Webb puts Wales future in doubt with Toulon move

Gatland only permitted to select two players from clubs outside of Wales from 2019

Thu Oct 05 2017 - 12:04

Miserly Munster ensure Dublin will be red as they reach Pro 12 final

Province set up Scarlets showdown after dismissing Ospreys at Thomond Park

Sat May 20 2017 - 20:46

Liam Toland: Murray’s drive likely to see him edge out Webb

Ireland players can improve Lions chances by overcoming Welsh rivals in Pro12 semi-finals

Fri May 19 2017 - 12:47

Andrew Conway on achieving his ambitions and getting greedy

Munster winger has been included in Ireland squad for summer tour but wants Pro12 title

Wed May 17 2017 - 06:15

Rassie Erasmus wary of Ospreys’ capabilities

Munster coach says Welsh outfit well able to raise their game when everyone fit and firing

Wed May 10 2017 - 06:00

Munster determined to unleash hounds on Saracens

Peter O’Mahony’s relaxed attitude bodes well for province ahead of European semi-final

Mon Apr 17 2017 - 06:00

Anything possible if Connacht take early lead

Connacht may have along afternoon as they face Alun Wyn Jones and Justin Tipuric

Fri Jan 06 2017 - 16:44

Connacht’s Ultan Dillane ruled out for at least five weeks

No sign of an improvement in current injury crisis for coach Pat Lam

Wed Jan 04 2017 - 01:00

Pro12 round-up: Tipuric helps Ospreys take back second spot

Welsh side respond to Munster and Leinster wins, as Scarlets enjoy derby spoils

Sun Jan 01 2017 - 19:47

Ulster should maintain perfect start to season against Ospreys as Best returns

Pro12 Preview: Ulster Rugby v Ospreys rugby, Kingspan Stadium – 6.30pm, Sky Sports

Fri Sept 30 2016 - 19:55

Leinster need cutting edge to clip wings of Welsh high-flyers

Sexton, Healy and Furlong return as Cullen names strong side to face in-form Ospreys

Fri Sept 23 2016 - 12:10

Isa Nacewa highlights key role of Leinster leaders on the pitch

Johnny Sexton is back against the Ospreys to replace the impressive Joey Carbery

Fri Sept 23 2016 - 06:00