Recap: Derby spoils for Leinster and Munster Read how it all unfolded as Leinster and Munster recorded Pro12 wins over Ulster and Connacht respectively Rugby • 01 Jan 17
Big guns return for Leinster, 11 Munster changes Leo Cullen has recalled a number of Ireland internationals to the Leinster team for their Pro12 clash with Ulster on Saturday, while Francis Saili is … Rugby • 30 Dec 16
Ward backing Munster win away to Connacht Tony Ward is tipping Munster to buck the away trend in tomorrow's interprovincial derby against Connacht, but believes Leinster will prove too strong for Ulster … Rugby • 30 Dec 16
Bealham & Poolman add to Connacht injury woes Finlay Bealham and Danie Poolman are facing a race against time to make Connacht's New Year's Eve derby date with Munster after sustaining head injuries … Rugby • 27 Dec 16
O'Mahony says Munster intensity beat Leinster Munster try-scorer Ronan O'Mahony admitted that the intensity of Monday's top-of-the table Pro12 clash with Leinster at Thomond Park was an eye-opener. Rugby • 27 Dec 16
Munster dominate Leinster to move clear in Pro12 Munster defeated an under-strength Leinster 29-17 at Thomond Park to extend their lead at the top of the Guinness PRO12 to five points. Rugby • 27 Dec 16
Provinces looking for local bragging rights After a fortnight of European action, Pro12 rugby returns to centre stage between now and the end of the year. Rugby • 26 Dec 16
Ulster ease past Connacht in Pro12 derby Ulster moved into the Pro12 top four following a 23-7 win over Connacht at Kingspan Stadium, though they missed out on the chance of a … Rugby • 23 Dec 16
Aki 'over-reacted' to Lam leaving Connacht Bundee Aki has admitted he initially 'over-reacted' to news of Pat Lam's impending departure from Connacht but he insists he has gotten over his disappointment. Rugby • 22 Dec 16
IRFU chief lays out plan to choose Lam successor A brains trust will analyse exactly the type of figure Connacht require to take the reins from Pat Lam next summer to ensure the province … Rugby • 22 Dec 16
Nucifora calls for patience on Sexton fitness IRFU Performance Director David Nucifora has said Johnny Sexton will be given all the time he needs to fully recuperate and is confident a patient … Rugby • 22 Dec 16
Triggs: Leinster the best club I've played for Leinster's Hayden Triggs has described the province as "the best club I've ever been to" as he gets ready to lock horns with Munster in … Rugby • 20 Dec 16
Trimble back to boost Ulster ahead of derby clash Andrew Trimble will return to the Ulster fold for their Friday night Pro12 derby clash with Connacht. Rugby • 19 Dec 16
McCartney signs new Connacht deal, Ili sidelined Connacht have tied down Kiwi hooker Tom McCartney until the summer of 2020 on the same day the province revealed Stacy Ili will be out … Rugby • 19 Dec 16
Ref's mistake doesn't take from magic win - Ward Tony Ward doesn't believe that the controversial circumstances surrounding Connacht's decisive try against Wasps takes away from what was a 'magical' day at the Sportsground. Rugby • 19 Dec 16
Carbery sidelined for up to eight weeks Leinster's exciting fly-half Joey Carbery could be out of action for up to eight weeks, according to reports, after undergoing surgery to address an ankle … Rugby • 15 Dec 16
Lenihan: UK press surprised by Lancaster impact Donal Lenihan has hailed the impact that Stuart Lancaster has made in his short time with Leinster. Rugby • 13 Dec 16
Jackman interested in speaking to Connacht Former Ireland international and current Grenoble head coach Bernard Jackman has revealed that he'd be interested in talking to Connacht about becoming Pat Lam's successor. Rugby • 08 Dec 16
Family was key in Lam's decision to join Bristol Pat Lam has revealed that the death of Anthony Foley focused his mind on his responsibilities to his family and contributed to his decision to … Rugby • 07 Dec 16
Lenihan: Connacht must go for top coach Connacht must appoint a coach of "equal or higher standing" than Pat Lam, according to former Ireland manager Donal Lenihan. Rugby • 06 Dec 16
'Pride and honour' at heart of Munster - Erasmus Slowly but surely Johan Erasmus is learning what 'To the brave and faithful, nothing is impossible' means in Munster. Rugby • 06 Dec 16
Lam exit no excuse to lose focus - Connacht CEO Connacht face a crucial Champions Cup tie on Sunday and "sure as hell" won't be using Pat Lam's departure news as an excuse not to … Rugby • 06 Dec 16
Connacht have list drawn up to replace Pat Lam Pat Lam was tempted away by a 'significant and compelling' offer from Bristol but Connacht already have a list of replacements drawn up. Rugby • 05 Dec 16
Connacht job will attract huge interest - Corcoran RTÉ Rugby commentator Michael Corcoran believes the reality of competing with English clubs has come to the fore again for Irish provinces again following the … Rugby • 05 Dec 16
Pat Lam to quit Connacht for Bristol next year Connacht head coach Pat Lam has announced he will be leaving the province to join English side Bristol next summer. Rugby • 05 Dec 16
