What positions are up for grabs in Joe Schmidt's team? It has been an incredible year for Irish rugby, but looking ahead to next year's World Cup, what positions are still up for grabs in ... Rugby • 24 Jun 18
Murray: This Ireland team can win a series Down Under Conor Murray is confident that the winning mentality Ireland have forged in recent seasons can lead them to a rare Southern-Hemisphere Test series victory this ... Rugby • 21 Jun 18
Replacement Murray inspires Munster to victory Replacement Conor Murray scored a try and kicked what turned out to be the match-winning penalty from inside his own half as Munster fought from ... Rugby • 13 Apr 18
Four Irish on shortlist for 6N Player of the Tournament Four of Joe Schmidt's Grand Slam winning team have been included in the six-man shortlist for the 2018 Six Nations Player of the Tournament. Rugby • 23 Mar 18
10 Irish in our Six Nations Team of the Tournament Our selection compromises of 10 Grand Slam winners, two Scots and a representative each from Italy, Wales and France. Rugby • 23 Mar 18
'These are the weeks you dream of' Conor Murray is dreaming of a St Patrick's day Slam and savouring every second of the build-up. Rugby • 12 Mar 18
'It was too little, too late' - Alun Wyn Jones As the dust settled in Dublin, both sides reflected on a thrilling, relentless collision that was studded with quality - and mistakes. Rugby • 24 Feb 18
Player ratings: Murray the man in first-half demolition Conor Murray was the standout performer as Ireland racked up an unassailable lead in the first half before allowing Italy in for three tries. Rugby • 11 Feb 18
Schmidt set to reshuffle pack for Italian visit Joe Schmidt is poised to make up to four changes in the pack for Saturday's Natwest Six Nations clash with Italy at the Aviva Stadium, ... Rugby • 08 Feb 18
Murray says not to forget the forwards Conor Murray hailed Johnny Sexton for keeping his cool for the match-winning drop-goal but was eager to point out that it wouldn't have been possible ... Rugby • 06 Feb 18
'He's done it all' - Murray & O'Mahony bow to Bowe The Munster pair chime in with their tributes to the retiring Ireland winger. Rugby • 16 Jan 18
Monday Review: In-form McGrath puts pressure on Murray Luke McGrath has been a shining light in Leinster's swashbuckling season to date and is now putting his hand up for a place on the ... Rugby • 15 Jan 18
Murray: Players don't talk about contract discussions Conor Murray says that players don't openly discuss their contract negotiations, but is hopeful that captain Peter O'Mahony will remain with the province for next ... Rugby • 05 Dec 17
Five talking points ahead of Ireland v Fiji Will Rob Kearney's full-back position come under threat? Can the new half-back pairing build up a better understanding? Will there be enough brawn to match ... Rugby • 17 Nov 17
Conor Murray named Irish Player of the Year Munster, Ireland and Lions scrum-half Conor Murray has been named Player of the Year at the Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland Awards in Dublin. Rugby • 31 Oct 17
Not a Racing certainty - Zebo destination unconfirmed Simon Zebo will depart Munster at the end of the season but his destination in France has not yet been confirmed. Rugby • 27 Oct 17
Murray: Offers from foreign clubs 'head-turning' Conor Murray admits that he could follow Munster team-mate Simon Zebo in moving abroad when his contract with Ireland expires after the 2019 World Cup. Rugby • 26 Oct 17
'The cool heads came to the party' Rassie Erasmus hailed Munster's gutsy performance after their 14-7 victory over Racing 92 in Thomond Park. Rugby • 21 Oct 17
Munster much changed as leading lights return Munster welcome back their Lions contingent of Conor Murray, Peter O'Mahony and CJ Stander for Saturday's Pro14 clash with Cardiff at Thomond Park. Rugby • 29 Sep 17
Pro14 preview: Turbulent Munster looking for stability After a roller-coaster season of emotions, Munster will be hoping to build on last year's progress, but the departure of Rassie Erasmus will be a ... Rugby • 01 Sep 17
Murray: Lions have gained respect Ireland and Lions scrum half Conor Murray says that the tourists have gained greater "respect" from the rugby public following their drawn series with New ... Rugby • 08 Jul 17
Murray expecting fierce response from All Blacks Conor Murray has no doubt that world champions New Zealand will be "hurting" heading into next Saturday's Test series decider against the Lions. Rugby • 01 Jul 17
Hansen hits back at 'desperate' Gatland Steve Hansen has reacted angrily to Warren Gatland's demand that referees clamp down on New Zealand's "dangerous" targeting of Conor Murray by phoning a radio ... Rugby • 26 Jun 17
Referees need to protect Murray, insists Gatland Warren Gatland will ask the referees to clamp down on the All Blacks' "dangerous" harassment of Conor Murray's kicking game. Rugby • 25 Jun 17
Conor Murray believes Lions can storm Eden Park Conor Murray believes that if any team can end the All Blacks' 23-year unbeaten run at Eden Park it is the British and Irish Lions ... Rugby • 23 Jun 17
