Central contracts key to Irish success - Lenihan RTÉ rugby analyst Donal Lenihan believes the IRFU's policy of centrally contracting players gives Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt a major advantage over other teams … Rugby • 19 Mar 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
Five alternative moments when the Grand Slam was won Here we look back at some moments that didn't make the headlines but are worth remembering in the tale of 2018 Six Nations Grand Slam … Rugby • 23 Mar 18
Stock control - The rapid rise of Ireland's try machine Yet to reach double figures in appearances for Ireland, Jacob Stockdale has been a revelation for Ireland since his first cap less than 12 months … Rugby • 19 Mar 18
Schmidt: Eight second-half minutes paved way for glory Joe Schmidt told his Ireland team at half-time yesterday that the 20 minutes after the break would be key. As it transpired, it was the … Rugby • 18 Mar 18
Rugby homecoming cancelled due to weather conditions The homecoming for the Six Nations and Grand Slam champions Ireland has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions. Rugby • 23 Mar 18
Larmour: I was just hoping to play for Leinster A After just a handful of provincial and international appearances, Larmour has already won a Grand Slam with Ireland. Rugby • 18 Mar 18
10-year chase ends for Sexton and his general insanity Johnny Sexton admits he feared his chance of winning a Grand Slam had passed him by, and has urged the young crop of players to … Rugby • 17 Mar 18
Grand Slam champions set for Aviva Stadium homecoming Irish rugby fans will get the opportunity to show their appreciation to their Grand Slam heroes after the homecoming was confirmed at the Aviva Stadium … Rugby • 17 Mar 18
Schmidt says 'class and courage' was the Grand Slam key Ireland head coach compliments the young players that stepped into the breach for Ireland at Twickenham. Rugby • 23 Mar 18
Grand Slam as Ireland dominate England in Twickenham Joe Schmidt's team make history, winning Ireland's third Grand Slam in history, and their third title in five years, courtesy of a 15-24 win over … Rugby • 23 Mar 18
Some positives but Ireland ultimately well beaten Despite producing their best defensive performance of the tournament, Ireland Women proved no match for England when going down by 33-11 in their final Six … Rugby • 16 Mar 18
Have England & Ireland created a two-tier Championship? With Ireland and England carving up the last five titles, Declan Whooley looks at why the two countries have pulled clear of the chasing pack. Rugby • 17 Mar 18
Clean sweep beckons against Eddie Jones' dirty broom Ahead of Saturday's Twickenham finale, Ireland have to enter as favourites against an England side struggling in the back row and giving up penalties at … Rugby • 16 Mar 18
'The occasion got to me' - Kearney recalls 2009 slam Full-back Rob Kearney has urged his team-mates to learn from his previous experience and not let the grand slam occasion inhibit their performance on Saturday. Rugby • 16 Mar 18
Alias Schmidt and Jones: Bosses a class apart Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt and his England counterpart Eddie Jones have contrasting styles and similar contrasting fortunes this season, writes Micil Glennon. Rugby • 16 Mar 18
World Rugby replace touch judge for Ireland-England World Rugby have replaced Marius van der Westhuizen as assistant referee for Saturday's Six Nations meeting of England and Ireland after the South African attended … Rugby • 15 Mar 18
Hartley returns as England switch seven for Ireland England have recalled captain Dylan Hartley and dropped George Ford among seven changes for their NatWest 6 Nations clash with Ireland at Twickenham. Rugby • 15 Mar 18
Big hitters return as Wales chase second spot Warren Gatland has made seven changes to his starting XV as Wales go in search of second spot in the NatWest 6 Nations against France. Rugby • 15 Mar 18
What price a Grand Slam? About €15,000 per man Having already earned up to €60,000 for winning a third Championship in five years, Joe Schmidt's players can earn a €15,000 bonus if they complete … Rugby • 15 Mar 18
Hayes: Ireland will perform, it's all about England John Hayes is confident that Ireland will perform on Saturday but warns that England will play with something to prove. Rugby • 15 Mar 18
No substitute for Schmidt's 80-minute winning machine As Ireland prepare for a Grand Slam clash with England, coach Joe Schmidt has seen an improvement in how the replacements fit into the game, … Rugby • 14 Mar 18
Simmonds wants Slam-buster revenge against Ireland England back rower Sam Simmonds believes a chance to avenge last year's Six Nations defeat at Ireland is the perfect incentive for the outgoing champions … Rugby • 14 Mar 18
Hartley and Daly still in England contention Dylan Hartley and Elliot Daly remain in contention for England's Six Nations clash with Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday. Rugby • 14 Mar 18
Jack McGrath takes edge from 'knowing the enemy' Jack McGrath believes Ireland have a major advantage for their mouthwatering Twickenham battle this Saturday afternoon: "knowing the enemy" Rugby • 13 Mar 18
