Jonny Holland

Former Munster fly-half and current Cork Con head coach

'The identification of talent doesn't seem to be an issue. Utilising the talent can be a slower process'

Good time for Irish rugby to wipe slate clean

After a very underwhelming finish to the Six Nations defence, it feels like a good time for Ireland to go through an extended break, writes Jonny Holland

Rugby • 18 Mar

It's hugely frustrating that the shot at history has been lost

No need for panic but we need to see a response in Rome

The French backs ran riot in the second half but the victory was founded on physical dominance

Rugby • 11 Mar

'The training ground is something that feels like a necessity for O'Mahony'

France have potential to spoil trio's Aviva send-off

The Irish rugby landscape has changed dramatically in the last two decades. From wooden spoons to Grand Slam expectations, this weekend could be another monumental timestamp in the history of the country's success.

Rugby • 04 Mar

'If we are to make the game safer, then sometimes a player will suffer the consequences of their unintended actions'

Ridiculous 20-minute red card cost Wales famous win

Jonny Holland felt that mitigation could have been used in Garry Ringrose's red card against Wales, but once it was issued, it showed the frailties of the 20-minute red card.

Rugby • 26 Feb

'Wales will be a very sticky challenge this weekend, but I wouldn't expect them to give Ireland much of a fright either'

New-look Wales unlikely to frighten Ireland too much

While the changes in the Welsh camp will no doubt make Cardiff a trickier spot for Ireland to travel to in Round 3, Jonny Holland can still only see one outcome.

Rugby • 18 Feb

Jonny Holland: 'Scottish Rugby should be proud of their senior management team and the treatment of their players'

Townsend's actions a step forward for player welfare

Jonny Holland says Gregor Townsend's decision to keep out-half Finn Russell sidelined against Ireland, despite passing his HIA, was a major step forward for player welfare.

Rugby • 11 Feb

'Sam Prendergast is an incredible talent'

Trust the process, and trust our fine young out-halves

Ireland beat England with a powerful second-half display during the opening round of the Six Nations at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday evening, thanks in no small part to two out-halves who are offering their country some healthy and welcome competition.

Rugby • 04 Feb

'Ireland's focus now will be to get the danger back in their attack and solve some of the problems they faced in the Autumn Nations Series'

Ireland must rediscover attacking edge for England test

A historic third Six Nations championship quest begins at home to England on Saturday, but well-placed optimism can't give way to complacency, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 31 Jan

'The gulf between the top teams and the rest of the pack is more obvious than ever'

Champions Cup knockout stages look lopsided and diluted

Ulster are among the teams that really shouldn't be in the knockout stages of a competition that's supposed to about pitting the best of the best against each other, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 21 Jan

'Even small things can be problematic in coaching when you're not the one in control'

Challenges await as Easterby steps into Farrell's shoes

Simon Easterby is due to name his first full Irish squad on Wednesday amidst Andy Farrell's Irish sabbatical for his role with the Lions. How much autonomy does he have over the selection and how much is he playing to Farrell's tune, asks Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 14 Jan