Old guard the key component of historic series success As the dust settles on Ireland's greatest achievement in their rugby history – winning a series against the All Blacks in New Zealand – it's … Rugby • 19 Jul
History made so now look to future with team selection Ireland have recorded a historic first Test victory against the All Blacks on New Zealand soil, so Jonny Holland believes Andy Farrell should use third … Rugby • 11 Jul
Positives for Ireland but early chances must be taken Ireland will be physically and emotionally fatigued after the effort that went into Saturday morning's loss to the All Blacks in Auckland. Rugby • 05 Jul
Nuanced approach required in assessing Ireland tour Ireland will face the All Blacks this week to start off the summer series. It will be preceded by a return to midweek games, with … Rugby • 28 Jun
As Ireland head on tour, others bid poignant farewells The Irish team have landed in New Zealand for the summer tour and have more than likely finished reflecting on a disastrous finish for the … Rugby • 21 Jun
Form players may force Farrell's hand Ireland's touring squad for the trip to New Zealand will be revealed later on today and for the first time in Andy Farrell's time in … Rugby • 14 Jun
Leinster and Ulster displays add to Farrell's options The displays of Leinster and Ulster in reaching the last four of the URC will have given Andy Farrell much to ponder when picking his … Rugby • 07 Jun
Emphasis on Leinster losing physical battle not right Jonny Holland says the narrative around Leinster's defeat to La Rochelle has been oversimplified. Rugby • 31 May
Munster crying out for purpose, clarity and a system Graham Rowntree needs to bring knowledge and tactical clarity to Munster so they can start consistently performing like the proud club they are. Rugby • 24 May
Finding Zen - The ball, the kicking tee and the posts While Munster lost out on a place in the Heineken Champions Cup semi-final at the weekend, it reminded me just how addictive an art form … Rugby • 10 May