Irish provinces boast new arrivals
Munster and Leinster have been boosted by the arrival of southern hemisphere players CJ Stander and Michael Bent over the last week.
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O'Driscoll has 'no plans' to head Down Under
Brian O'Driscoll has clarified his stance on a move to Super 15, saying he has no plans to head for Australia when his current contract with the IRFU ends in June.
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Connacht record first away Heineken Cup victory
Connacht got their Heineken Cup campaign off to a winning start with a scrappy victory away to tournament newcomers Zebre in Parma.
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Munster defeated by Racing in Paris
A late Olly Barkley penalty helped give Racing Metro an unlikely Heineken Cup victory over Munster at a wet and soggy Stade de France.
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As it happened: Heineken Cup Saturday
Leinster began their defence with victory over Exeter, while Munster threw away a late lead against Racing, and Connacht recorded their first-ever away win against Zebre. Relive it all here.
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Elwood to step down as Connacht coach
Connacht rugby coach Eric Elwood is to step down at the end of the season after three years in charge at the Sportsground.
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Doug Howlett takes over Munster captaincy
Munster have confirmed that Doug Howlett will captain the squad for the coming season.
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Paul O'Connell to step aside as Munster captain
Paul O'Connell admits he is likely to step down as Munster captain after six years leading the province.
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Leinster bolster squad with two new signings
Leinster have announced the double signing of South African second row Quinn Roux and New Zealand-born utility back Andrew Goodman on one-year deals.
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Connacht sign Poolman from Stormers
Connacht Rugby have bolstered their squad for next season by signing exciting centre Danie Poolman from the Stormers.
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