Leinster confirm Baird ruled out for up to three months Ireland forward Ryan Baird is a potential doubt for the 2026 Six Nations after suffering a suspected broken leg during Saturday's loss to South Africa with Leinster confirming the flanker will be out of action for up to three months. Rugby • 24 Nov
Leinster confirm Baird ruled out for up to three months Ireland forward Ryan Baird is a potential doubt for the 2026 Six Nations after suffering a suspected broken leg during Saturday's loss to South Africa with Leinster confirming the flanker will be out of action for up to three months. Rugby • 24 Nov
Stats don't paint full picture of Irish scrum problems The numbers would suggest that Ireland gave up six penalties from South Africa's 16 scrums, but the reality is considerably worse. Rugby • 24 Nov
Stats don't paint full picture of Irish scrum problems The numbers would suggest that Ireland gave up six penalties from South Africa's 16 scrums, but the reality is considerably worse. Rugby • 24 Nov
Erasmus relieved to get Irish monkey off SA backs South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus was pleased his team could get a monkey off their back by winning in Dublin for the first time in 13 years and start to tip the scales of the sides' recent rivalry away from Ireland. Rugby • 22 Nov
Erasmus relieved to get Irish monkey off SA backs South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus was pleased his team could get a monkey off their back by winning in Dublin for the first time in 13 years and start to tip the scales of the sides' recent rivalry away from Ireland. Rugby • 22 Nov
Farrell proud despite 'stupid errors' against Boks Andy Farrell said "stupid errors" cost his side in Saturday's 24-13 defeat to South Africa, but the Irish head coach insisted his main emotion was pride despite the humbling defeat to the world champions. Rugby • 23 Nov
Farrell proud despite 'stupid errors' against Boks Andy Farrell said "stupid errors" cost his side in Saturday's 24-13 defeat to South Africa, but the Irish head coach insisted his main emotion was pride despite the humbling defeat to the world champions. Rugby • 23 Nov
Farrell: Ireland 'more up to speed' as Boks arrive This is week five of Ireland's camp, and Andy Farrell says he always believed their performances would come together. Rugby • 21 Nov
Farrell: Ireland 'more up to speed' as Boks arrive This is week five of Ireland's camp, and Andy Farrell says he always believed their performances would come together. Rugby • 21 Nov
Farrell defends Prendergast over defensive 'work-on' Andy Farrell has issued a staunch defence of his out-half Sam Prendergast, ahead of Saturday's Quilter Nations Series meeting with South Africa. Rugby • 20 Nov
Farrell defends Prendergast over defensive 'work-on' Andy Farrell has issued a staunch defence of his out-half Sam Prendergast, ahead of Saturday's Quilter Nations Series meeting with South Africa. Rugby • 20 Nov
Farrell: Ireland need to be better against the Boks Andy Farrell couldn't hide his delight at the ruthless nature of Ireland's 46-19 win against Australia on Saturday, but says they will have to be better again if they're to beat the Boks. Rugby • 17 Nov
Farrell: Ireland need to be better against the Boks Andy Farrell couldn't hide his delight at the ruthless nature of Ireland's 46-19 win against Australia on Saturday, but says they will have to be better again if they're to beat the Boks. Rugby • 17 Nov
Upbeat Farrell pleased as Ireland give 'good account' Andy Farrell admitted he was really pleased after Ireland's comprehensive record victory over Australia. Rugby • 16 Nov
Upbeat Farrell pleased as Ireland give 'good account' Andy Farrell admitted he was really pleased after Ireland's comprehensive record victory over Australia. Rugby • 16 Nov
Hansen: I love this team and this feels like home Mack Hansen says he was extra determined to impress against Australia after missing out on the opening autumn Tests. Rugby • 15 Nov
Hansen: I love this team and this feels like home Mack Hansen says he was extra determined to impress against Australia after missing out on the opening autumn Tests. Rugby • 15 Nov
Farrell: Lions has given Hansen 'bit between his teeth' Andy Farrell can't wait to see Mack Hansen in action after handing the Connacht man a first ever international start at full-back against Australia. Rugby • 14 Nov
Farrell: Lions has given Hansen 'bit between his teeth' Andy Farrell can't wait to see Mack Hansen in action after handing the Connacht man a first ever international start at full-back against Australia. Rugby • 14 Nov
'We're expecting better', says Farrell Andy Farrell has challenged his Ireland team to show their true selves against Australia tomorrow night (8.10pm). Rugby • 14 Nov
'We're expecting better', says Farrell Andy Farrell has challenged his Ireland team to show their true selves against Australia tomorrow night (8.10pm). Rugby • 14 Nov
Bench boost eases Farrell's All Black blues Ireland had to rely on a second-half surge to pull away from a tricky Japan side on Saturday with Andy Farrell left to thank his impressive bench. Rugby • 09 Nov
Bench boost eases Farrell's All Black blues Ireland had to rely on a second-half surge to pull away from a tricky Japan side on Saturday with Andy Farrell left to thank his impressive bench. Rugby • 09 Nov
Farrell voices his frustration after sloppy Irish win Andy Farrell made his frustrations clear with another sluggish Irish display, despite a final quarter flourish seeing them ease past Japan at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 08 Nov
Farrell voices his frustration after sloppy Irish win Andy Farrell made his frustrations clear with another sluggish Irish display, despite a final quarter flourish seeing them ease past Japan at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 08 Nov
Ireland look to recapture ruthless streak against Japan Neil Treacy looks ahead at Ireland's Quilter Nations Series meeting with Japan at Aviva Stadium this afternoon. Rugby • 08 Nov
Ireland look to recapture ruthless streak against Japan Neil Treacy looks ahead at Ireland's Quilter Nations Series meeting with Japan at Aviva Stadium this afternoon. Rugby • 08 Nov
Farrell challenges Ireland to 'stand for something' Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has publicly challenged his side to make a big response to last week's defeat to New Zealand, saying their final quarter at Soldier Field "wasn't one of fight". Rugby • 07 Nov
Farrell challenges Ireland to 'stand for something' Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has publicly challenged his side to make a big response to last week's defeat to New Zealand, saying their final quarter at Soldier Field "wasn't one of fight". Rugby • 07 Nov
Farrell on Farrell: New cap Tom '100% deserves a shot' It's less than two years since Tom Farrell got the news that his time at Connacht was up. At that stage, winning an international cap would have been the furthest thing from his mind. Rugby • 06 Nov
Farrell on Farrell: New cap Tom '100% deserves a shot' It's less than two years since Tom Farrell got the news that his time at Connacht was up. At that stage, winning an international cap would have been the furthest thing from his mind. Rugby • 06 Nov
Jackman: 'Ruthless' Farrell will make changes if needed Bernard Jackman expects Andy Farrell to be ruthless with his selections if performances don't improve during the Quilter Nations Series. Rugby • 05 Nov
Jackman: 'Ruthless' Farrell will make changes if needed Bernard Jackman expects Andy Farrell to be ruthless with his selections if performances don't improve during the Quilter Nations Series. Rugby • 05 Nov
Ireland need to 'come to the party' against All Blacks Andy Farrell has challenged his Ireland team to "come to the party" against New Zealand in Soldier Field. Rugby • 31 Oct
Ireland need to 'come to the party' against All Blacks Andy Farrell has challenged his Ireland team to "come to the party" against New Zealand in Soldier Field. Rugby • 31 Oct
Farrell excited to see 10s 'pushing one another along' Andy Farrell says he understands all the "noise" about the rivalry between out-halves Jack Crowley and Sam Prendergast but is looking forward to the pair pushing each other on throughout their careers. Rugby • 31 Oct
Farrell excited to see 10s 'pushing one another along' Andy Farrell says he understands all the "noise" about the rivalry between out-halves Jack Crowley and Sam Prendergast but is looking forward to the pair pushing each other on throughout their careers. Rugby • 31 Oct
Farrell: McCloskey deserves his shot against All Blacks Andy Farrell says Stuart McCloskey's start against New Zealand on Saturday is a long-overdue reward for the Ulster centre's patience. Rugby • 30 Oct
Farrell: McCloskey deserves his shot against All Blacks Andy Farrell says Stuart McCloskey's start against New Zealand on Saturday is a long-overdue reward for the Ulster centre's patience. Rugby • 30 Oct
Doris named in Ireland squad, call-up for McCarthy Caelan Doris is on track to make his return for Ireland next month after being included in Andy Farrell's 34-man squad for their meeting with the All Blacks in Chicago, as well as the Quilter Autumn Nations Series games. Rugby • 15 Oct
Doris named in Ireland squad, call-up for McCarthy Caelan Doris is on track to make his return for Ireland next month after being included in Andy Farrell's 34-man squad for their meeting with the All Blacks in Chicago, as well as the Quilter Autumn Nations Series games. Rugby • 15 Oct
Listen: Farrell on life, rugby, and moving to Ireland Ireland head coach Andy Farrell, who has just released his autobiography, 'The Only Way I Know', spoke at length to Brendan O'Connor on RTÉ Radio 1. Rugby • 11 Oct
Listen: Farrell on life, rugby, and moving to Ireland Ireland head coach Andy Farrell, who has just released his autobiography, 'The Only Way I Know', spoke at length to Brendan O'Connor on RTÉ Radio 1. Rugby • 11 Oct
Farrell in 'strong position' to coach Lions in 2029 Andy Farrell's credentials to remain British and Irish Lions head coach for the 2029 tour to New Zealand have been endorsed by chief executive Ben Calveley. Rugby • 03 Aug
Farrell in 'strong position' to coach Lions in 2029 Andy Farrell's credentials to remain British and Irish Lions head coach for the 2029 tour to New Zealand have been endorsed by chief executive Ben Calveley. Rugby • 03 Aug
Farrell left with mix of pride and frustration Andy Farrell was left to lament the Lions' poor game control as they missed the chance to complete a famous series whitewash against Australia. British and Irish Lions • 02 Aug
Farrell left with mix of pride and frustration Andy Farrell was left to lament the Lions' poor game control as they missed the chance to complete a famous series whitewash against Australia. British and Irish Lions • 02 Aug
Farrell hails Furlong's 'amazing' Lions milestone By Saturday night, Tadhg Furlong will be among esteemed British and Irish Lions company. British and Irish Lions • 31 Jul
Farrell hails Furlong's 'amazing' Lions milestone By Saturday night, Tadhg Furlong will be among esteemed British and Irish Lions company. British and Irish Lions • 31 Jul
