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Peter O'Mahony will play his final Munster game in his native Cork

Munster unchanged for crucial Benetton meeting

Munster interim coach Ian Costello is doubling down for Friday's must-win United Rugby Championship meeting with Benetton, naming an unchanged matchday squad for the visit of the Italians to Cork.

Rugby • 15 May

Hansen in action for the Brumbies in 2021

Plenty of 'free spirits' - Fardy hails Hansen impact

It's not just Mack Hansen's game that has come on in leaps and bounds since he made the switch to Connacht and Ireland, says Scott Fardy.

Rugby • 22 Nov 23

Finlay Bealham played almost an hour on his return

Bealham boot just a 'precaution', says Connacht's Fardy

Connacht have not ruled anyone out of Saturday's URC clash with the Bulls and say Finlay Bealham's protective boot is just a precaution.

Rugby • 20 Nov 23

New 'rugby perspectives' to freshen up Connacht

Connacht will benefit from fresh "rugby perspectives" as they kick off their URC campaign with a new coaching ticket, says Pete Wilkins.

Rugby • 21 Oct 23

Scott Fardy's playing career came to an end with Leinster in 2021

Fardy lands defence coach role at Connacht

Connacht have appointed former Leinster and Australia forward Scott Fardy as their new defence coach on a two-year deal.

Rugby • 17 Apr 23

'I look forward to having people in the stadium and having a real atmosphere'

Fardy glad Leinster goodbye will be in front of fans

As his retirement looms, Scott Fardy is grateful that his final run-out for Leinster this weekend against Dragons will take place in an RDS with a limited number of spectators returning.

Rugby • 08 Jun 21

Scott Fardy has spent the final years of his career with Leinster

Leinster's Fardy confirms retirement at end of season

Leinster forward Scott Fardy has announced he will retire from rugby at the end of this season.

Rugby • 15 Apr 21

"There's a huge opportunity to send those guys off as winners"

Fardy aims to give departing squad-mates a big send-off

Leinster's Scott Fardy is eager to ensure the likes of Sean O'Brien and Jack McGrath get a winning send-off in Saturday's Guinness Pro14 final.

Rugby • 23 May 19

Scott Fardy has highlighted Glasgow's threats out wide and also at the ruck

Fardy aims to keep Leinster mistakes to a minimum

Scott Fardy says Glasgow Warriors have threats all over the pitch ahead of Saturday's Guinness Pro 14 final (kick-off 6.30pm) at Celtic Park.

Rugby • 22 May 19

Scott Fardy has committed his future to Leinster

Leo Cullen hails Scott Fardy's 'amazing' influence

Leo Cullen has hailed the enormously positive impact Scott Fardy has had on the side after the Aussie second-row agreed a contract extension until the end of next season.

Rugby • 01 Mar 19

Scott Fardy has been named as captain for the first time

Fardy to captain Leinster against Southern Kings

Scott Fardy will captain Leinster for the first time in a competitive fixture as they face the Southern Kings in the NMU Stadium on Sunday.

Rugby • 02 Nov 18

Scott Fardy: 'You should be competing for trophies.'

Crunch time for Fardy in pursuit of Leinster glory

Australian Scott Fardy is desperate to taste success with Leinster.

Rugby • 19 Apr 18

Conor Murray has been recognised as the stand-out Munster man, receiving a nomination for the 2018 award

Leinster quartet, Murray and Beirne nominated for award

Five Ireland-based players have been nominated for the 2018 European Player of the Year, including four Leinster players and Munster's Conor Murray.

Rugby • 24 Jan 18

Scott Fardy scored two of Leinster's eight tries as a poor Glasgow were put to the sword

More highs than Lowes as Leinster secure home quarter

Leinster vindicated their favourites tag with a dazzling attacking display against a weakened Glasgow, but head coach Leo Cullen will have questions about defence.

Rugby • 14 Jan 18