Murray backs Ireland fans to have Aviva 'hopping' Conor Murray has no doubt Aviva Stadium will be "hopping" for Ireland v France, even if the blockbuster clash has been given matinee status. Rugby • 05 Mar
Murray backs Ireland fans to have Aviva 'hopping' Conor Murray has no doubt Aviva Stadium will be "hopping" for Ireland v France, even if the blockbuster clash has been given matinee status. Rugby • 05 Mar
Osborne: We have to be at best to beat Les Bleus Jamie Osborne's ability to put an early set-back against Wales behind him is testament to the 'next-moment-focussed' mentality in the Ireland squad. Rugby • 06 Mar
Osborne: We have to be at best to beat Les Bleus Jamie Osborne's ability to put an early set-back against Wales behind him is testament to the 'next-moment-focussed' mentality in the Ireland squad. Rugby • 06 Mar
Numbers add up for France as Ireland brace for impact Ireland will have to brace themselves for the most fired-up France side imaginable when the sides clash in the fourth round of the Six Nations on Saturday. Rugby • 05 Mar
Numbers add up for France as Ireland brace for impact Ireland will have to brace themselves for the most fired-up France side imaginable when the sides clash in the fourth round of the Six Nations on Saturday. Rugby • 05 Mar
Doris making 'positive strides' ahead of France clash Ireland captain Caelan Doris is making "positive strides" as he continues his recovery from a knee injury, while Rónan Kelleher and Tadhg Furlong will be assessed during the week to determine if they will be fit to face France on Saturday. Rugby • 03 Mar
Doris making 'positive strides' ahead of France clash Ireland captain Caelan Doris is making "positive strides" as he continues his recovery from a knee injury, while Rónan Kelleher and Tadhg Furlong will be assessed during the week to determine if they will be fit to face France on Saturday. Rugby • 03 Mar
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
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
'More to come' says McCarthy as he signs IRFU deal Joe McCarthy has signed a three-year central contract that will keep him with Ireland and Leinster until the end of the 2027/28 season. Rugby • 03 Mar
'More to come' says McCarthy as he signs IRFU deal Joe McCarthy has signed a three-year central contract that will keep him with Ireland and Leinster until the end of the 2027/28 season. Rugby • 03 Mar
Hansen signs two-year deal with Irish Rugby Mack Hansen has committed his immediate future to Ireland and Connacht Rugby by signing a new two-year central contract. Rugby • 03 Mar
Hansen signs two-year deal with Irish Rugby Mack Hansen has committed his immediate future to Ireland and Connacht Rugby by signing a new two-year central contract. Rugby • 03 Mar
Cullen defends Ringrose and says centre was 'available' Leo Cullen reckons Garry Ringrose was unlucky to have been red-carded against Wales and cited Jack Boyle's involvement for Leinster against Cardiff as an example of why the Ireland centre's ban included the URC fixture. Rugby • 01 Mar
Cullen defends Ringrose and says centre was 'available' Leo Cullen reckons Garry Ringrose was unlucky to have been red-carded against Wales and cited Jack Boyle's involvement for Leinster against Cardiff as an example of why the Ireland centre's ban included the URC fixture. Rugby • 01 Mar
Warrior O'Mahony 'at peace' with end of road in sight Peter O'Mahony, who on Thursday announced he will retire from rugby at the end of the season, is "at peace" with his decision. Rugby • 02 Mar
Warrior O'Mahony 'at peace' with end of road in sight Peter O'Mahony, who on Thursday announced he will retire from rugby at the end of the season, is "at peace" with his decision. Rugby • 02 Mar
Ringrose suspended but could still return for 6N finale Garry Ringrose could be available for Ireland's final Guinness Six Nations game against Italy next month, despite picking up a suspension following his red card against Wales last Saturday. Rugby • 28 Feb
Ringrose suspended but could still return for 6N finale Garry Ringrose could be available for Ireland's final Guinness Six Nations game against Italy next month, despite picking up a suspension following his red card against Wales last Saturday. Rugby • 28 Feb
I 'lived the dream' - Murray prepares to step away Conor Murray says he has "lived the dream" as he prepares to move on to the next chapter of his rugby career. Rugby • 28 Feb
I 'lived the dream' - Murray prepares to step away Conor Murray says he has "lived the dream" as he prepares to move on to the next chapter of his rugby career. Rugby • 28 Feb
Murray coy on next step but 'lifestyle change' awaits Conor Murray remained coy on his post-Munster future but hinted that he will play one more season in a new environment "for his family". Rugby • 27 Feb
Murray coy on next step but 'lifestyle change' awaits Conor Murray remained coy on his post-Munster future but hinted that he will play one more season in a new environment "for his family". Rugby • 27 Feb
O'Connell wary of 'unstructured' France France's "unstructured game" will be the biggest threat to Ireland when the sides meet in a Six Nations showdown on Saturday week, according to Paul O'Connell. Six Nations • 28 Feb
O'Connell wary of 'unstructured' France France's "unstructured game" will be the biggest threat to Ireland when the sides meet in a Six Nations showdown on Saturday week, according to Paul O'Connell. Six Nations • 28 Feb
Doris 'in with a shout' to face France, Furlong absent Caelan Doris and Rónan Kelleher both trained with Ireland on Thursday morning but Tadhg Furlong was absent. Rugby • 28 Feb
Doris 'in with a shout' to face France, Furlong absent Caelan Doris and Rónan Kelleher both trained with Ireland on Thursday morning but Tadhg Furlong was absent. Rugby • 28 Feb
Some Irish fans need to 'take hard look' at themselves Brian O'Driscoll is in no doubt that arrogance is creeping into the Irish rugby fanbase and that many supporters need "to have a good hard look" at themselves. Rugby • 27 Feb
Some Irish fans need to 'take hard look' at themselves Brian O'Driscoll is in no doubt that arrogance is creeping into the Irish rugby fanbase and that many supporters need "to have a good hard look" at themselves. Rugby • 27 Feb
O'Driscoll: 'Out of control' speed may cost Ringrose Brian O'Driscoll reckons Garry Ringrose won't change much about his tackle technique even if he faces a ban that will rule him out of the remainder of the Six Nations. Rugby • 26 Feb
O'Driscoll: 'Out of control' speed may cost Ringrose Brian O'Driscoll reckons Garry Ringrose won't change much about his tackle technique even if he faces a ban that will rule him out of the remainder of the Six Nations. Rugby • 26 Feb
Ringrose to learn Six Nations fate on Thursday Garry Ringrose will learn on Thursday if he is able to play any further part in Ireland's Guinness Six Nations title bid after being sent off against Wales. Rugby • 26 Feb
Ringrose to learn Six Nations fate on Thursday Garry Ringrose will learn on Thursday if he is able to play any further part in Ireland's Guinness Six Nations title bid after being sent off against Wales. Rugby • 26 Feb
Boyle buzzing and hungry for more after Ireland bow Ireland's latest international Jack Boyle is thankful to senior props Cian Healy and Andrew Porter but wants to push his own claims for a starting berth. Rugby • 25 Feb
Boyle buzzing and hungry for more after Ireland bow Ireland's latest international Jack Boyle is thankful to senior props Cian Healy and Andrew Porter but wants to push his own claims for a starting berth. Rugby • 25 Feb
Ireland to 'wait and see' about Ringrose red Simon Easterby is hoping that Garry Ringrose may be available for the final round of the Guinness Six Nations but may have to plan without the experienced centre. Rugby • 25 Feb
Ireland to 'wait and see' about Ringrose red Simon Easterby is hoping that Garry Ringrose may be available for the final round of the Guinness Six Nations but may have to plan without the experienced centre. Rugby • 25 Feb
Job done for Ireland but November echoes a worry Ireland secured victory over Wales but the manner of the win will cause concern for head coach Simon Easterby. Rugby • 26 Feb
Job done for Ireland but November echoes a worry Ireland secured victory over Wales but the manner of the win will cause concern for head coach Simon Easterby. Rugby • 26 Feb
Beirne: Some Irish media didn't help Tadhg Beirne says Ireland's cause wasn't helped by certain comments made in Irish media in the build-up to the Six Nations win over Wales. Rugby • 23 Feb
Beirne: Some Irish media didn't help Tadhg Beirne says Ireland's cause wasn't helped by certain comments made in Irish media in the build-up to the Six Nations win over Wales. Rugby • 23 Feb
Not a 'vintage performance' but Crown pleases Conan Jack Conan admitted Ireland didn't produce a "vintage performance" against Wales but was delighted as the team picked up the Triple Crown. Six Nations • 23 Feb
Not a 'vintage performance' but Crown pleases Conan Jack Conan admitted Ireland didn't produce a "vintage performance" against Wales but was delighted as the team picked up the Triple Crown. Six Nations • 23 Feb
Easterby: We dug ourselves out of a hole Simon Easterby cut a relieved figure in the aftermath of Ireland's victory in Wales but said he was proud of his players after getting out of a "bit of a hole". Rugby • 23 Feb
Easterby: We dug ourselves out of a hole Simon Easterby cut a relieved figure in the aftermath of Ireland's victory in Wales but said he was proud of his players after getting out of a "bit of a hole". Rugby • 23 Feb
Slam dream alive as Ireland survive Wales scare Wales gave Ireland an almighty scare in Cardiff but the champions dug deep to earn a 27-18 victory in round three of the Guinness Six Nations. Rugby • 23 Feb
Slam dream alive as Ireland survive Wales scare Wales gave Ireland an almighty scare in Cardiff but the champions dug deep to earn a 27-18 victory in round three of the Guinness Six Nations. Rugby • 23 Feb
No lack of incentive as Ireland bid to add to Wales woe A Triple Crown, keeping the Grand Slam alive, the bonus of playing for an unprecedented three-in-a-row of Six Nations titles, Ireland will not lack for motivation against Wales Rugby • 22 Feb
No lack of incentive as Ireland bid to add to Wales woe A Triple Crown, keeping the Grand Slam alive, the bonus of playing for an unprecedented three-in-a-row of Six Nations titles, Ireland will not lack for motivation against Wales Rugby • 22 Feb
