Jonny Holland

Former Munster fly-half and current Cork Con head coach

'They have certainly built a game around their variety and distribution'

Connacht the standout performer of Irish provinces

There might be some improvements needed in their breakdown and from kick off receipts, but Connacht have certainly built a game around their variety and distribution, according to Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 01 Oct 24

'Saturday's URC opener was a good reminder of what Tector can do'

Tector offers reminder of potential in crucial year

One player that rose to the challenge for Leinster in their URC opener against Edinburgh was Charlie Tector, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 24 Sep 24

'The beginning of a new league campaign will bring opportunities for younger players to break through, particularly in a year where internationals will be managed after coming off the back of an extended season last year'

Opportunity knocks for youth despite big signings

Our columnist looks ahead to the new United Rugby Championship season, which may see some of the provinces playing with smaller hands than usual.

Rugby • 20 Sep 24

A long season has ended and Jonny Holland takes a look back

Winners and losers from Ireland's South Africa trek

Ireland finished off their long season with a remarkable Test victory over South Africa, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 16 Jul 24

'I'm not sure if Ireland expected this type of attacking structure from South Africa, either way they were forced into making poor decisions in defence, as Peter O' Mahony alluded to in his post-match comments'

Attack tweaks could make Springboks unstoppable force

The Springboks are in the early days of their offensive transformation under Tony Brown, but if he gets it right Jonny Holland believes they could be an unstoppable force.

Rugby • 09 Jul 24

'At openside, Van Der Flier is the probable selection, but I'd go with Nick Timoney'

Brave selection calls can deliver exciting Irish side

Ireland are loath to enact wholesale changes but the South African tour is a great opportunity for the younger crop of players, writes Jonny Holland

Rugby • 02 Jul 24

Glasgow victory signals strength of Scottish rugby

Glasgow Warriors were crowned the URC champions after a gutsy performance away to The Bulls.

Rugby • 25 Jun 24

'The talk will be about how Leinster didn't show up, but the Bulls ensured that they couldn't'

Rampaging Bulls did not allow Leinster find a rhythm

It always felt that Leinster, while never out of reach against the Bulls in the BKT URC semi-final, were always chasing the game.

Rugby • 18 Jun 24

'Hugo Keenan gets Leinster out of a lot of trouble because of his engine and ability to cover space'

Bulls battle can help Leinster springboard to title

The carrot of a shot at revenge against Munster or a home tie against Glasgow can give Leinster extra motivation in South Africa, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 11 Jun 24

'When Ulster get their set piece right they have a maul that would threaten any defence'

Leinster's grief and desperation will end Ulster's run

Ulster are aiming to complete a hat-trick of wins over Leinster, but their opponents carry enough carrying grief and desperation to carry them to victory

Rugby • 04 Jun 24