Irish & International Sports News, Fixtures & Results

Smith has been player of the match in both of England's Six Nations wins

No ceiling - Smith has proven himself at every level

If Marcus Smith was to get fed up and retire from rugby next week, the box-score of his career would probably top the majority of players, despite him only turning 23 last month.

Rugby • 11 Mar 22

'The future is bright' - Sexton hails Casey and Baird

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says the "future is bright" after 21-year-olds Craig Casey and Ryan Baird made their international debuts against Italy.

Rugby • 28 Feb 21

England captain Owen Farrell practises his drop-kicks as Jonny Wilkinson looks on

Wilkinson gives Farrell drop-goal advice for showdown

Jonny Wilkinson offered drop-goal guidance to Owen Farrell as England put the finishing touches to preparations for Saturday's World Cup final against South Africa.

Rugby World Cup 2019 • 01 Nov 19

Jonny Wilkinson: 'All I can do is thank everyone in the group, the coaches, it's incredible to explain, it's just a pleasure'

Wilkinson signs off in style with Top 14 win

Jonny Wilkinson guided Toulon to Top 14 glory in his last game before retirement as the French side claimed their second trophy of the season with an 18-10 victory over Castres.

Rugby • 01 Jun 14

A person of his stature will undoubtedly bring something more in the frame, says Bernard Laporte

Wilkinson may join Toulon coaching staff

Jonny Wilkinson is set to be added to Toulon's coaching staff next season, according to reports.

Rugby • 28 May 14

Jonny Wilkinson in action against Jonny Sexton and Jamie Roberts

Wilkinson would welcome England coaching role

Jonny Wilkinson would consider a future coaching role with England - a possibility that also interests current Red Rose boss Stuart Lancaster.

Rugby • 20 May 14

Wilkinson to retire at the end of the season

Jonny Wilkinson has announced that he will retire from rugby at the end of this season in a statement published on Toulon's official website.

Rugby • 19 May 14

Last year's winner, Jonny Wilkinson (centre) is nominated again, but there is no place for Paul O'Connell (left)

No Irish player on ERC shortlist

The ERC European Player of the Year shortlist is composed entirely of representatives of Heineken Cup finalists Saracens and Toulon.

Rugby • 30 Apr 14

Jonny Wilkinson injured his hamstring playing against Leinster

Toulon say Wilkinson should be fit to face Munster

Toulon hope Jonny Wilkinson will be fit for their Heineken Cup semi-final against Munster following injury in their 29-14 victory over Leinster.

Rugby • 06 Apr 14

Jonny Wilkinson is congratulated by teammate Rudi Wulf after kicking a sensational drop goal for Toulon

Toulon defeat Saracens to reach Heineken Cup final

England World Cup winner Jonny Wilkinson marked his probable Twickenham farewell by kicking Toulon into their first Heineken Cup final with a 24-12 win over Saracens.

Rugby • 28 Apr 13