'If everyone wants to write us off, great' - Hansen Mack Hansen says Ireland have "nothing to lose" as they seek to end their long wait for an away win against the All Blacks in … Rugby • 08 Jul
Mack Hansen returns in only change for second Test Ireland and New Zealand have both made one change apiece to their teams for Saturday's second Test at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin. Rugby • 07 Jul
Joe Schmidt joins NZ after Covid fells Kiwi coaches Joe Schmidt has been rushed into the New Zealand set-up after Covid-19 felled the side's coaching stocks on the eve of Ireland's tour, while Mack … Rugby • 27 Jun
New three-year contract for Mack Hansen at Connacht Mack Hansen has signed a new long-term contract with Connacht, to keep him at the Sportsground until the summer of 2025. Rugby • 11 May
United Rugby Championship: Lions 30-33 Connacht recap Look back on how Connacht earned a first Irish win in South Africa this season, beating the Lions 33-30 in a gripping game in Johannesburg Rugby • 23 Apr
'Refreshed' Hansen acting like he belongs in Test rugby Just under eight weeks ago, Mack Hansen had no problems admitting he was as surprised as anybody at his rapid rise to Test rugby. Rugby • 19 Mar
Finn Russell call won't change Irish approach - Farrell Andy Farrell says he's slightly surprised that Scotland have dropped Finn Russell for this Saturday's Six Nations finale at the Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 17 Mar
Dream debut for Lowry as Ireland ease past 13-man Italy Ireland recorded a facile 57-6 win over 13-man Italy at the Aviva Stadium, with Michael Lowry helping himself to two tries on his international bow. Rugby • 27 Feb
Ireland's call on Lowe versus Hansen 'intriguing' James Lowe's recall to the Ireland squad has set up an intriguing selection conundrum for head coach Andy Farrell. Rugby • 22 Feb
Player of match Hansen: I'm so proud to be Irish today Mack Hansen enjoyed a debut to remember as he was named player of the match after Ireland's thumping 29-7 win over Wales in their Guinness … Rugby • 05 Feb
Farrell backs Hansen for big impact on his Irish debut Andy Farrell says Mack Hansen is fully deserving of his Ireland debut, as the Connacht wing prepares to step up to Test rugby. Rugby • 03 Feb
Debut for Mack Hansen in Ireland's Six Nations opener Connacht's Mack Hansen will make his Ireland debut this Saturday, after being picked in the starting XV for the Six Nations opener against Wales. Rugby • 03 Feb
Hansen still 'lost for words' after Ireland call-up When Connacht announced the signing of Mack Hansen in April of last year, the reaction from Down Under indicated they had pinched a real prospect … Rugby • 29 Jan
Hansen ruled out of Connacht's showdown with Leicester Connacht will be without leading try scorer Mack Hansen for Saturday's Heineken Champions Cup meeting with the Leicester Tigers at the Sportsground. Rugby • 11 Jan
Friend: Hansen 'seems to just glide past defenders' Mack Hansen is making a huge impression just six games into his Connacht career. Rugby • 27 Nov 21
Hansen earns Ireland call-up ahead of Japan clash Connacht's Mack Hansen has been called up to the Ireland squad ahead of Saturday's clash with Japan at the Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 01 Nov 21
'Hungry' Mack ready for more after great Connacht start With four tries in five games, Mack Hansen is fast becoming a cult hero out west. Rugby • 25 Oct 21
Friend delighted after 'crucial' Connacht win Connacht head coach Andy Friend says his side showed what they are capable of after a resounding 36-11 win against Ulster at the Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 23 Oct 21
Connacht's Mack Hansen on his 'unbelievable' home debut Not even howling wind and sideways rain could take away from Mack Hansen's mood last night after his man of the match display for Connacht. Rugby • 02 Oct 21
Connacht give debut to Hansen in season opener Mack Hansen will make his Connacht debut in tomorrow night's United Rugby Championship opener away to Cardiff. Rugby • 23 Sep 21
Mack Hansen Hansen links up with Connacht for the 2021/22 season, having joined from Australian Super Rugby side the Brumbies. Connacht • 14 Sep 21
Connacht sign Australian prospect Mack Hansen Ireland-qualified Australian Mack Hansen has signed for Connacht ahead of the 2021-22 season. Rugby • 21 Apr 21
Late Hansen penalty snatches win for Brumbies over Reds Mack Hansen kicked an 83rd-minute penalty to secure a 22-20 win for the Brumbies against the Queensland Reds and extend their unbeaten run in Super … Rugby • 01 Aug 20