Jonny Holland

Former Munster fly-half and current Cork Con head coach

'The scrum battle can change the complexion of a game if the dominant team are given the opportunity'

Unpredictable France pose preview problems for Ireland

There will be many challenges to overcome if Ireland are to take the more difficult route to Six Nations success, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 20 hrs

Lancaster has ingredients for Connacht success

With new and improved facilities, top quality coaching and talent development, Connacht have the ingredients to show the tangible benefits expected under Stuart Lancaster, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 27 Jan

'Did Munster rely too heavily on that psychological factor getting them over the line too?'

Munster placed too much stock in European aura

Things might have fallen in Munster's favour a bit more, although they didn't look after what was in their control, writes Jonny Holland

Rugby • 20 Jan

Leinster-La Rochelle has developed into one of the classic matchups in European rugby

Teams will take note of La Rochelle's attack plan

Leinster edged La Rochelle in a thrilling encounter at Aviva Stadium on Saturday evening, but La Rochelle's attacking strategy is one that future opponents may seek to replicate against Leo Cullen's side.

Rugby • 13 Jan

Champions Cup games are a natural step towards the intensity of a Test match

Six Nations a chance for Ireland to blood new players

Ireland could use the Six Nations as a chance to blood new players, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 06 Jan

Defence trumps attack as Leinster learn valuable lesson

While attacking rugby was in short supply, Leinster's gritty win over Munster at Thomond Park was born out of a ferocious defensive effort.

Rugby • 30 Dec 25

'Leo Cullen's men are still the yardstick by which most teams are measured'

Leinster double could elevate Munster season

Munster's latest clash with URC champions Leinster can have a huge say on how the rest of their season plays out, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 23 Dec 25

Familiar return to domestic bliss over festive season

European rugby will take a break for the festive period before action returns again in early January.

Rugby • 16 Dec 25

'Sport is fascinating because what is written on paper is partially irrelevant to how the game plays out'

Leinster hampered by lack of quality time together

Most teams that win a Champions Cup game 45-28 while scoring seven tries along the way would be happy with their day's work. Not Leinster, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 09 Dec 25

Champions Cup still has the collisions to pack a punch

The Champions Cup returns this weekend, and while the newer format provides less jeopardy, there are hugely exciting fixtures across the competition.

Rugby • 02 Dec 25