Aki to miss Springbok visit after eight-week ban Bundee Aki could miss all three of Ireland's games in the Autumn Nations Series, after receiving an eight-week ban following his red card against the … Rugby • 12 hrs
Leinster's future is uncertain after years of stability With plenty of changes both on and off the pitch at Leinster in the next year, the province have some crucial decisions to make about … Rugby • 27 Sep
Conan driven by NZ tour regrets as RWC countdown begins While the majority of Ireland players arrived back from New Zealand on a high, Jack Conan was experiencing mixed emotions. Having played his part in … Rugby • 21 Sep
RTÉ Rugby pod: Emerging Ireland doubts, plus URC return In episode 1 of the new RTÉ Rugby podcast season, Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Hayes as we run the microscope … Rugby • 16 Sep
Ireland A to face New Zealand XV in November The IRFU have confirmed Ireland A will face a New Zealand XV at the RDS on 4 November. Rugby • 13 Sep
Ireland demolish SA to reach 7s World Cup semi-final Ireland booked a place in the Rugby World Cup Sevens semi-finals after a convincing 24-14 over hosts South Africa in Cape Town. Rugby • 10 Sep
Murphy Crowe bags brace as Ireland storm into quarters Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe crossed for two tries as Ireland ground out a 24-12 victory over Brazil in their Rugby World Cup Sevens opener. Rugby • 09 Sep
Ireland beat England to reach Sevens World Cup quarters Ireland are through to the quarter-finals of the Rugby World Cup Sevens after a 17-5 victory against England in Cape Town. Rugby • 09 Sep
One year out: Irish rugby braced for its biggest season In just under 12 months, Ireland's Rugby World Cup campaign will be up and running. Rugby • 16 Sep
Henderson opens up on 'very dark times' last season Ulster captain Iain Henderson says last season's injury-ridden campaign saw him go through some 'very dark times', as he looks to return from his latest … Rugby • 07 Sep
Flood confident Ireland can kick on at Sevens World Cup Ireland have enjoyed their best season on the Sevens circuit but Stacey Flood believes the best is yet to come. Rugby • 08 Sep
Conway targets October return after knee surgery Ireland and Munster wing Andrew Conway is targeting a return to action in October as he continues his recovery from knee surgery. Rugby • 06 Sep
Dardis proud of Ireland's rise to World Cup contenders They once resided in the "basement of Europe" but Billy Dardis says Ireland's Rugby Sevens team are targeting the world's summit in Cape Town this … Rugby • 08 Sep
Easterby to lead Emerging Ireland on South African tour The IRFU have confirmed Simon Easterby will lead an Emerging Ireland squad for a three-match South African tour this autumn. Rugby • 31 Aug
Ireland beaten by New Zealand in LA Sevens quarters Ireland were beaten 29-14 by New Zealand in the quarter-finals of the Los Angeles Sevens as their season ended in disappointing fashion. Rugby • 29 Aug
Fryday: Japan tour my proudest moment as captain Ireland captain Nichola Fryday said Saturday's defeat to Japan failed to take the gloss off one of her best experiences as a player. Rugby • 28 Aug
'We'll learn from today' - McWilliams staying positive Ireland head coach Greg McWilliams says the positives of their summer tour to Japan far outweigh the negatives, despite falling to a 29-10 defeat in … Rugby • 27 Aug
Leinster 'need to hold onto the hurt' of last season Hugo Keenan says Leinster's trophyless finish to last season will motivate them further in the coming campaign. Rugby • 29 Aug
'You're going to see Charlie Ngatai light it up' - Lowe James Lowe says he expects Leinster's latest recruit Charlie Ngatai to "light it up" when the United Rugby Championship kicks off in three weeks time. Rugby • 27 Aug
Japan v Ireland, second Test - All You Need To Know Kick-off time, coverage details, team news and everything else you need to know ahead of Ireland's second Test with Japan in Tokyo Rugby • 26 Aug
'It's next level' - Japan tour a taste full-time life Ireland captain Nichola Fryday says their tour of Japan has given the wider squad an ideal window into what life is like as a professional … Rugby • 26 Aug
Three changes for Ireland as Brown makes debut v Japan Former England international Jo Brown is set to make her Ireland debut in Saturday's second Test against Japan in Tokyo. Rugby • 25 Aug
Ireland to face Wales in 2023 Six Nations opener Ireland will kick off the 2023 TikTok Women's Six Nations against Wales in Cardiff on 25 March, a game that will be screened live on … Rugby • 24 Aug
McKee eyes improvement as Ireland seek winning finish John McKee says Ireland must clinch back-to-back victories against Japan in Tokyo on Saturday if they wish to rank their historic tour as 'really successful'. Rugby • 22 Aug
New role for Friend in Connacht coaching restructure Andy Friend has been promoted to Connacht director of rugby with Peter Wilkins taking over as head coach as part of a coaching restructure ahead … Rugby • 24 Aug
