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James Ryan (l) has been replaced as Leinster captain by Caelan Doris (r)

Ryan gives Doris 'full support' after captaincy change

Leinster's James Ryan has given his backing to Caelan Doris after the number 8 replaced Ryan and Garry Ringrose as the province's new captain.

United Rugby Championship • 12 Sep 24

Caelan Doris has played 83 times for Leinster since making his debut in 2018

Doris named new Leinster captain

Ireland back row Caelan Doris has been named Leinster captain ahead of the start of the 2024/25 season.

Rugby • 12 Sep 24

Ireland captain Caelan Doris embraces Josh van der Flier after the final whistle

Doris delights in Irish composure against Springboks

Caelan Doris says Ireland went from one extreme to the other in Saturday's comeback win against South Africa, before showing composure when it was needed in the final minute of the game.

Rugby • 15 Jul 24

Caelan Doris will captain Ireland in Saturday's second Test

Doris: Ireland have their 'edge' back for Boks rematch

Succession-planning hasn't always been the greatest strength of Irish rugby, but when it comes to the current captaincy, there appears to be a roadmap for this World Cup cycle.

Rugby • 12 Jul 24

Ireland's Caelan Doris and South Africa's Pieter-Steph du Toit speak to referee Luke Pearce during Saturday's first Test

Easterby backs Doris over referee communication

Simon Easterby has given his backing to Caelan Doris, after the Ireland vice-captain's communication issues with referee Luke Pearce last week.

Rugby • 11 Jul 24

Caelan Doris echoed his head coach Andy Farrell in his frustration with Ireland's start

Doris sure Ireland can turn things around against SA

Caelan Doris says Ireland are good enough to turn things around quickly and get a victory against world champions South Africa next weekend.

Rugby • 07 Jul 24

Caelan Doris: 'It's class, it is an iconic stadium for Irish culture'

Doris: Croke Park 'an iconic stadium for Irish culture'

Caelan Doris says Leinster feel very fortunate to get a chance to play in the "iconic" Croke Park.

Rugby • 03 May 24

Jamison Gibson-Park, Dan Sheehan, James Lowe and Caelan Doris have all been nominated

Four Leinster players nominated for European POTY

Four Leinster players have been nominated for the EPCR's Investec Player of the Year, with Leo Cullen's side dominating the shortlist.

Rugby • 18 Apr 24

Caelan Doris celebrates at the final whistle

Doris delight as Leinster finally sink La Rochelle

Leinster captain Caelan Doris reflected on "a great feeling" after his team stormed into the Investec Champions Cup semi-finals with a 40-13 victory over holders La Rochelle.

Rugby • 15 Apr 24

Doris is expected to start for Leinster at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday

Doris: Pool win gives Leinster belief v La Rochelle

Leinster may have seen their Champions Cup hopes ended by La Rochelle in each of the last three seasons, but December's pool stage win over the defending champions has given them belief that Ronan O'Gara's side can be beaten.

Rugby • 12 Apr 24

Caelan Doris says there is plenty to improve on ahead of next weekend's showdown

Doris can't wait to 'tear' into La Rochelle prep

Leinster skipper Caelan Doris says he can't wait to get to work on Monday as his side begin their preparation for the Champions Cup rematch against La Rochelle.

Rugby • 06 Apr 24

Caelan Doris: 'Hopefully we can finish on a good note'

Doris eyes swift response after 'gutting' late loss

Caelan Doris urged Ireland to pick themselves up off the canvas quickly after a "gutting" Grand Slam-busting defeat to England at Twickenham.

Rugby • 09 Mar 24

Caelan Doris: 'Twickenham is a pretty exciting place to go, you always get a good atmosphere

Title within touching distance but Doris expects battle

Ireland can claim another Six Nations title if they beat England and Caelan Doris is expecting another tough battle.

Rugby • 07 Mar 24

Frawley starts as Ireland name team to face Wales

Ciarán Frawley will make his first Ireland start this weekend, with the Leinster man named at full-back in Andy Farrell's team to take on Wales at the Aviva Stadium.

Rugby • 07 Mar 24

Caelan Doris sat out this morning's training session

Easterby eases Doris injury fears ahead of Wales clash

Simon Easterby has eased fears that Caelan Doris is an injury doubt for Ireland's Guinness Six Nations meeting with Wales on Saturday.

Rugby • 20 Feb 24

There were noticeable lulls among the crowd last Sunday

'A few more pints as well would be no harm' - Doris

The atmosphere at the Aviva Stadium might benefit from dedicated student sections where fans are "encouraged to have a few more pints", says Caelan Doris.

Rugby • 16 Feb 24

Hugo Keenan came off injured against Italy

Doris confirms housemate Keenan is 'rehabbing away'

Caelan Doris reckons Ireland have plenty of options to play at full-back if Hugo Keenan fails to recover in time for Saturday week's Six Nations clash against Wales.

Rugby • 14 Feb 24

Doris 'speech before the game was outstanding'

Man of the match James Lowe hailed the performance of Caelan Doris after the Leinster forward led Ireland for the first time against Italy.

Rugby • 12 Feb 24

Caelan Doris at the captain's run in Dublin on Saturday morning

Doris excited by new-look Ireland ahead of Italy clash

Skipper Caelan Doris says he's excited about a new-look Ireland team and wants to "back up" the opening Six Nations win over France.

Rugby • 10 Feb 24

Paul Willemse will miss France's next two Six Nations games

Willemse suspended for games with Scotland and Italy

France lock Paul Willemse will be suspended for Les Bleus' Guinness Six Nations games with Scotland and Italy after he was handed a four week ban for his red card against Ireland.

Rugby • 06 Feb 24

Doris scored two tries against Stade de France on Saturday

Doris distances himself from Irish captaincy role

If Caelan Doris is indeed named as the new Ireland captain by Andy Farrell this week, the Leinster man certainly hasn't been given the news yet. Either that or he has a mighty poker face.

Rugby • 15 Jan 24

Caelan Doris is one of 14 changes to the Leinster side

Leinster's Doris excited for New Year's Day derby

Caelan Doris can't wait to get back into action as Leinster host Ulster in the United Rugby Championship

Rugby • 01 Jan 24

Snyman to Leinster, Champions Cup & Doris interview

Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on the RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we discuss the burning issues of the week in Irish rugby.

Rugby • 20 Dec 23

Doris 'delighted' with new Ireland and Leinster deal

Caelan Doris says he's "delighted" to sign a new deal with Ireland and Leinster after the IRFU announced a central contract until 2027 for the back row forward.

Rugby • 18 Dec 23

Caelan Doris (r) and Johnny Sexton at Leinster training in 2022

Leinster have leaders but 'definitely not like Johnny'

Caelan Doris says a number of Leinster players are capable of filling the leadership void left by 'unique' Johnny Sexton after the Ireland captain's retirement.

Rugby • 21 Nov 23