The Irish Times

Gerry Thornley: Munster still have the belief they can change the narrative

Van Graan is leaving, their games are a hard watch, but they’re still in an enviable position

Sat Jan 22 2022 - 10:30

Victor Matfield sheds light on Johann van Graan frustrations

The two are close friends since Munster coach’s time as assistant with the Boks

Wed Jan 12 2022 - 20:19

South African sides make new dawn one of promise for United Rugby Championship

Leinster and Munster both open with games against the newcomers this weekend

Sat Sept 25 2021 - 06:00

Van Graan’s holistic approach already paying rich dividends at Munster

South African’s strong bond with outhalf Joey Carbery shows key mentoring skills

Sat Mar 30 2019 - 06:00

Perfection the standard set for Munster and Johann van Graan

Province are evolving under the 38-year-old South African but still have a long way to go

Sat Dec 15 2018 - 06:00

Springbok great Bryan Habana to retire at the end of the season

‘The inevitable moment has come knocking on my door and I’ve welcomed it in for a drink’

Tue Apr 24 2018 - 15:00

James Ryan shows all the signs of becoming a true locking lord

Young Leinster player evinces traits of a young Ian Jones or even Victor Matfield

Sun Feb 04 2018 - 15:57

Allister Coetzee says Ireland face a ‘solid’ Springboks defence

Three changes made to side that lost to All Blacks by a point in Rugby Championship

Fri Nov 10 2017 - 06:00

Allister Coetzee hails Ireland as the ‘New Zealand of Europe’

Springboks coach highlights pairing of Murray and Sexton in build up to first Test

Tue Nov 07 2017 - 06:00

Johann van Graan set for two-week build up to first Munster game

Coetzee says Van Graan is seen as a technically astute and very hard working coach

Tue Nov 07 2017 - 05:00

Rassie Erasmus: ‘There is a great character coming to Munster’

Erasmus gives seal of approval to the province’s new head coach Johann van Graan

Mon Oct 16 2017 - 05:00

Leinster brace for meeting financial monster Montpellier

Sean O’Brien and Isa Nacewa likely to be available for the Champions Cup opener

Mon Oct 09 2017 - 06:00

Johann van Graan is the new Munster Director of Rugby

Hotly-tipped Dave Wessels has taken up a position with Melbourne Rebels in Super Rugby

Fri Sept 29 2017 - 01:00

Jared Payne set to start at 15 in much-changed Ireland side

Joe Schmidt to choose between Henderson or Dillane to partner Toner at secondrow

Thu Jun 09 2016 - 01:06

Saracens know time has come to show what they can do

Maro Itoje’s performance in defeat of Wasps epitomises new confidence in team

Sun Apr 24 2016 - 23:15

South African rugby still a black and white issue

Pressure mounts on coach Allister Coetzee to give more black players a chance

Tue Apr 12 2016 - 20:53

South Africa name Allister Coetzee as new Springbok coach

Former assistant to Jake White begins reign with three home tests against Ireland in June

Tue Apr 12 2016 - 10:36

World Cup review: Blossoms set tone for feast of rugby

‘Irish Times’ team looks back at an eventful tournament and pick their highs and lows

Mon Nov 02 2015 - 12:56

The All Blacks and the blessings of telling it straight

IRFU and Schmidt could learn a lesson from way world champions have dealt with media

Sat Oct 31 2015 - 01:02

Heyneke Meyer backed to carry on as South Africa’s coach

Duane Vermeulen declares players want their boss to carry on in current role

Fri Oct 30 2015 - 09:18

Kiwis edge out Springboks in epic gladiatorial battle

Two tries prove the difference as All Blacks secure place in Rugby World Cup final

Sun Oct 25 2015 - 18:45

New Zealand wrestle South Africa into submission

Defending champions show all their rugby nous to hold off game Springboks

Sat Oct 24 2015 - 21:33

Heyneke Meyer plots downfall of ‘best team of all time’

Springbok coach has enjoyed only one win in seven attempts against All Blacks

Thu Oct 22 2015 - 01:01

South Africa making most out of worst situation

After the debacle against Japan, Springboks’ attitude has greatly changed

Fri Oct 16 2015 - 01:00

South Africa's Heyneke Meyer putting faith in young guns

Team to face Wales in quarter-final includes five key players all under 24 years of age

Thu Oct 15 2015 - 11:33

No Victor Matfield but JP Pietersen returns to face Wales

Bryan Habana looks to surpass Jonah Lomu’s RWC try tally for South Africa

Wed Oct 14 2015 - 11:51

Heyneke Meyer with a lock dilemma ahead of Wales showdown

Etzebeth and de Jager have impressed in the absence of veteran Victor Matfield

Mon Oct 12 2015 - 17:58

Mike Ross still Mr Reliable when squeeze comes on

Ireland will need tighthead to be his usual durable self if they hope to fulfil ambitions at tournament

Sat Oct 03 2015 - 01:00

South Africa’s need to win to provide cutting edge over Scotland

Scotland accused of fielding weakened team with an eye on final pool match against Samoa

Fri Oct 02 2015 - 18:30

Liam Toland: England and Robshaw let down by decisions off pitch

Stuart Lancaster may come to regret omitting Steffon Armitage from squad

Mon Sept 28 2015 - 08:30

Heyneke Meyer wants intense pressure to create new Springbok diamonds

South Africa get World Cup back on track with victory over Samoa but injuries mount up

Mon Sept 28 2015 - 01:01

South Africa’s Jean de Villiers ruled out of the World Cup

Springboks captain sustained fractured jaw during 46-6 win over Samoa at Villa Park

Sun Sept 27 2015 - 12:32

Bokke back with a bang after Villa Park show of strength

Gavin Cummiskey gauges the mood as Springboks roar back to life against Samoa

Sun Sept 27 2015 - 11:34

Samoa in the firing line as Springboks plan powerful response

South Africa to rely on traditional game to banish memories of defeat to Japan

Sat Sept 26 2015 - 01:00