Robert Baloucoune

Leinster v Ulster: Rob Baloucoune is back in action and raring to go far

After a season disrupted by injury, the Ulster wing hopes to make his mark in Saturday’s Champions Cup clash and serve a reminder of his Ireland credentials

Thu Mar 30 2023 - 23:00

Antoine Dupont has the final say as champions Toulouse pip Ulster

French aristocrats show their mettle to secure one-point aggregate win

Sat Apr 16 2022 - 22:32

Ulster must stay on the front foot when Toulouse come to town

The defending champions have shown before in Belfast how dangerous they can be

Fri Apr 15 2022 - 12:25

Warwick and Ulster braced for task of countering enormous Toulouse pack

But stats show McFarland’s side possess the backs to thwart the champions again

Fri Apr 15 2022 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Ulster must improve again to claim a massive European scalp

Full-strength Toulouse will travel to Belfast in expectation, not simply hope

Wed Apr 13 2022 - 06:00

Owen Doyle: Unacceptable face of rugby was on full show over the weekend

Gibson-Park should’ve seen red as too many brutal collisions went far beyond legal limits

Tue Apr 12 2022 - 06:00

‘We’re playing bloody Toulouse in Toulouse’ - McFarland not focused on bigger haul

Ulster’s lead heading into the second leg could have been more if not for Ntamack

Mon Apr 11 2022 - 01:00

Ulster get the most out of frustrating interpro against Leinster

Losing bonus point keeps Leinster on top of the table after Belfast defeat

Sat Mar 12 2022 - 22:21

Ulster aim to complete the double on Leinster in top-of-the-table clash

Win could potentially see McFarland’s side leapfrog Leinster into pole position

Sat Mar 12 2022 - 01:00

Dave Heffernan replaces injured Rob Herring in Ireland squad for France game

Connacht hooker called up but Keith Earls continues to rehab a hamstring injury

Mon Feb 07 2022 - 14:07

Six Nations: Andy Farrell finding treasure in pool of uncapped Irish talent

Irish coach’s promise to bring emerging players into the squad yielding rewards

Mon Feb 07 2022 - 06:00

Ulster enjoy bonus-point win as Robert Baloucoune grabs double against Connacht

Connacht’s hopes hit by two yellow cards as poor run continues for Andy Friend’s side

Fri Feb 04 2022 - 22:44

Could Connacht’s Mack Hansen be Andy Farrell’s back three wildcard?

James Lowe injury leaves one obvious space to fill in an otherwise settled Ireland XV

Wed Feb 02 2022 - 12:00

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

Ulster maintain 100 per cent European start with Northampton win

Mikey Lowry player of the match as province books spot in Champions Cup knockouts

Sun Jan 16 2022 - 17:34

Champions Cup: After festive famine, January feast begins this weekend

Connacht hope to make history, Leinster seek vengeance, Ulster hit hard by injuries

Sat Jan 15 2022 - 09:30

Depleted Ulster braced for tough Northampton assignment

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

Fri Jan 14 2022 - 17:40

Jared Payne to leave Ulster ‘to pursue opportunities overseas’

John Cooney ruled out of Champions Cup match against Northampton Saints

Wed Jan 12 2022 - 19:15

Ulster looking to keep the pep in their step against against Northampton

Iain Henderson returns to captain side with Duane Vermeulen making home debut

Fri Dec 17 2021 - 06:00

Dan McFarland challenges Ulster to back up another famous win

Consistency key ahead of Northampton visit if Ulster want to fix up and down form book

Mon Dec 13 2021 - 06:00

Ospreys’ pack bring Ulster crashing back to earth in Swansea

Visitors dominated possession and territory but battle was lost up front

Sat Dec 04 2021 - 17:26

Ulster look well set to continue recent dominance over Ospreys

Jack McGrath set for return after over a year out while Craig Gilroy could win 200th cap

Sat Dec 04 2021 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: Successful Autumn Series augurs well for Ireland

Farrell delighted by way squad coped with disruptions to rout Argentina

Mon Nov 22 2021 - 06:00

Ryan Baird: ‘We are not afraid to say we want to win the World Cup’

‘Playing rugby like we are doing, how could you not enjoy it? It’s just great to be part of.’

Mon Nov 22 2021 - 05:00

Robert Baloucoune waits patiently as Ireland flex their muscles

Ulster flyer did nothing wrong but found chances to stretch his legs at a premium

Sun Nov 21 2021 - 17:24

Ireland need one more big performance to see off Argentina

Pumas will come to Dublin full of determination and intent on an upset

Sat Nov 20 2021 - 07:00

Strong Ireland selection set to reflect respect Argentina are held in

Robert Baloucoune could get a run on right wing outside new halfback pairing

Fri Nov 19 2021 - 06:00

The Offload: James Lowe glad to go on the defensive after dream night

Farrell set to shuffle pack against Argentina; Ireland send signed jersey to family of Sean Wainui

Mon Nov 15 2021 - 10:00

Connacht supply the fireworks on memorable night at the Aviva

Bonus-point win over Ulster sees Mack Hansen cross for two tries

Sat Oct 23 2021 - 19:46

Billy Dardis keen to make Olympic experience even better in Paris

‘Instead of qualifying, we want to push on and win a medal. That’s the goal from here’

Fri Oct 22 2021 - 06:00

Andy Farrell’s autumn Ireland squad falls along anticipated lines

Leinster duo Dan Sheehan and Ciarán Frawley the news names in squad of 38

Thu Oct 21 2021 - 06:00

Andy Farrell has plenty to ponder in naming Ireland’s autumn squad

Between injury issues and lack of game time for key players the head coach has a tough task

Wed Oct 20 2021 - 06:00

Ulster get injury boost after five return to training ahead of Lions clash

Jared Payne believes South African sides are growing into the competition

Mon Oct 11 2021 - 17:41

Ulster should have too much for improving Benetton in Belfast

Despite injury problems Dan McFarland’s side have started season in fine form

Thu Oct 07 2021 - 17:05