Potential not in short supply, but Farrell needs more With standards in the provinces improving all the time, there is still plenty of time to turn the potential into success for Ireland at the ... Rugby • 23 Feb
Tactical kicking approach possible with strong lineout Jonny Holland pinpoints where he feels Ireland are falling short and why he isn't overly concerned at this juncture in the team's development. Six Nations • 16 Feb
Carty the perfect 10 to freshen up predictable defence There were plenty of positives to take from Ireland's defeat in Cardiff and with the prospect of Jonny Sexton being sidelined for the next Six ... Rugby • 09 Feb
Cardiff showdown to make or break Ireland's Six Nations If Ireland start well against Wales this could be a fruitful and successful spring. But if they lose, it's going to be a long few ... Rugby • 07 Feb
Contract delays leaving players in an unfair limbo The contract situation in Ireland is dragging on for too long - it must be sorted as soon as possible, writes Jonny Holland. Rugby • 02 Feb
Failure to finish off Leinster will haunt Munster minds Munster have definitely taken another step towards improvement and overcoming Leinster, but this should have been an actual, rather than moral victory, writes Jonny Holland. Rugby • 26 Jan
Academy graduates face future dilemmas Jonny Holland doesn't envy the decision rising stars must make on whether to commit to their home provinces or look further afield. Rugby • 22 Jan
Leinster display 'uncharacteristic trends and errors' Leo Cullen's side got back on track against Ulster but there are aspects that need much improvement if they're going to continue their dominance in ... Rugby • 12 Jan
Ulster show inter-pro intent as Covid disrupts games Ulster showed their intent with a determined victory against Connacht, but the threat of Covid-related postponements looms, threatening the Irish province's momentum, writes Jonny Holland. Rugby • 29 Dec 20
Great European fare, but unique festive season beckons Jonny Holland watched on with interest as John Cooney and JJ Hanrahan were central figures for their respective provinces as Ulster and Munster enjoyed contrasting ... Rugby • 23 Dec 20