Ospreys players walked out of meeting over Cardiff plan Head coach Mark Jones revealed Ospreys players walked out of a meeting telling them of plans about the region's owners to buy rivals Cardiff. Rugby • 21 Jan
Ospreys players walked out of meeting over Cardiff plan Head coach Mark Jones revealed Ospreys players walked out of a meeting telling them of plans about the region's owners to buy rivals Cardiff. Rugby • 21 Jan
Prendergast: Connacht ready to rise to the occasion Connacht captain Cian Prendergast has called on his side to "lean into the occasion" as the province prepare for their new dawn on Saturday. United Rugby Championship • 21 Jan
Prendergast: Connacht ready to rise to the occasion Connacht captain Cian Prendergast has called on his side to "lean into the occasion" as the province prepare for their new dawn on Saturday. United Rugby Championship • 21 Jan
Barron: Munster can't afford to dwell on Euro exit Diarmuid Barron says Munster can't afford to dwell on their Champions Cup exit with Dragons on the horizon. Rugby • 21 Jan
Barron: Munster can't afford to dwell on Euro exit Diarmuid Barron says Munster can't afford to dwell on their Champions Cup exit with Dragons on the horizon. Rugby • 21 Jan
Lancaster hopeful of Bealham fitness for Six Nations Stuart Lancaster remains optimistic that Finlay Bealham will be available for Ireland's opening Six Nations clash with France in Paris, although the tighthead prop will miss the province's big Interpro with Leinster on Saturday. United Rugby Championship • 20 Jan
Lancaster hopeful of Bealham fitness for Six Nations Stuart Lancaster remains optimistic that Finlay Bealham will be available for Ireland's opening Six Nations clash with France in Paris, although the tighthead prop will miss the province's big Interpro with Leinster on Saturday. United Rugby Championship • 20 Jan
Resolute Leinster bid to bring winning form to URC Leinster defensive guru Jacques Nienaber hailed his side's resolve and comeback qualities as the immediate focus shifts from the Champions Cup to the URC, with Saturday's trip to Connacht the first in a block of five fixtures in the competition. Rugby • 19 Jan
Resolute Leinster bid to bring winning form to URC Leinster defensive guru Jacques Nienaber hailed his side's resolve and comeback qualities as the immediate focus shifts from the Champions Cup to the URC, with Saturday's trip to Connacht the first in a block of five fixtures in the competition. Rugby • 19 Jan
Cullen pleased with Leinster's out-half tandem With a Six Nations squad to be named on Wednesday, Saturday afternoon in Bayonne will serve as a perfect opportunity for Harry Byrne to catch the eye of Ireland head coach Andy Farrell. Rugby • 16 Jan
Cullen pleased with Leinster's out-half tandem With a Six Nations squad to be named on Wednesday, Saturday afternoon in Bayonne will serve as a perfect opportunity for Harry Byrne to catch the eye of Ireland head coach Andy Farrell. Rugby • 16 Jan
Munster's McMillan tight-lipped on All Blacks vacancy Munster head coach Clayton McMillan says he hasn't given any thought to the vacant New Zealand job, after Scott Robertson's shock sacking this week. United Rugby Championship • 16 Jan
Munster's McMillan tight-lipped on All Blacks vacancy Munster head coach Clayton McMillan says he hasn't given any thought to the vacant New Zealand job, after Scott Robertson's shock sacking this week. United Rugby Championship • 16 Jan
Updated New Ulster deals for Herring, Stewart and Crean Ulster have confirmed contract extensions for three of their key front row forwards, with Rob Herring, Tom Stewart and Sam Crean staying on at the province into next season. United Rugby Championship • 16 Jan
Updated New Ulster deals for Herring, Stewart and Crean Ulster have confirmed contract extensions for three of their key front row forwards, with Rob Herring, Tom Stewart and Sam Crean staying on at the province into next season. United Rugby Championship • 16 Jan
Bealham out for 'a couple of weeks' as injuries pile up Ireland's Six Nations preparations have experienced another hiccup, with Finlay Bealham the latest prop to pick up an untimely injury. Rugby • 13 Jan
Bealham out for 'a couple of weeks' as injuries pile up Ireland's Six Nations preparations have experienced another hiccup, with Finlay Bealham the latest prop to pick up an untimely injury. Rugby • 13 Jan
Savea's silly season rumour and prop stocks take a hit Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, where there is a packed schedule of transfer news and Champions Cup action to get through. United Rugby Championship • 14 Jan
Savea's silly season rumour and prop stocks take a hit Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, where there is a packed schedule of transfer news and Champions Cup action to get through. United Rugby Championship • 14 Jan
Benetton's Snyman to join Ulster next season Ulster have announced the signing of 29-year-old Benetton lock Eli Snyman on a two-year deal. Rugby • 14 Jan
Benetton's Snyman to join Ulster next season Ulster have announced the signing of 29-year-old Benetton lock Eli Snyman on a two-year deal. Rugby • 14 Jan
Will Ulster's form be rewarded in the Six Nations? Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson outline the case for more Ulster players in the Ireland Six Nations squad. United Rugby Championship • 07 Jan
Will Ulster's form be rewarded in the Six Nations? Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson outline the case for more Ulster players in the Ireland Six Nations squad. United Rugby Championship • 07 Jan
Leinster coast home at Aviva as Connacht crumble Charlie Tector and Tommy O'Brien scored two tries each as Leinster earned a comprehensive 52-17 victory over Connacht at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 03 Jan
Leinster coast home at Aviva as Connacht crumble Charlie Tector and Tommy O'Brien scored two tries each as Leinster earned a comprehensive 52-17 victory over Connacht at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 03 Jan
Ulster continuing impressive rebuild with 6N on horizon Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson on the first RTÉ Rugby podcast of 2026, as we look back on wins for Ulster and Leinster in the New Year Interpros. United Rugby Championship • 07 Jan
Ulster continuing impressive rebuild with 6N on horizon Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson on the first RTÉ Rugby podcast of 2026, as we look back on wins for Ulster and Leinster in the New Year Interpros. United Rugby Championship • 07 Jan
Leinster's composure under pressure pleases Cullen While Leinster easily brushed aside Connacht in the second half of their BKT United Rugby Championship Interpro at Aviva Stadium, the 52-17 win could have been very different had it not been for the final three minutes of the first half. United Rugby Championship • 03 Jan
Leinster's composure under pressure pleases Cullen While Leinster easily brushed aside Connacht in the second half of their BKT United Rugby Championship Interpro at Aviva Stadium, the 52-17 win could have been very different had it not been for the final three minutes of the first half. United Rugby Championship • 03 Jan
URC recap: Leinster 52-17 Connacht All the action, as it happened, as Leinster ripped apart Connacht at Aviva Stadium in their interpro derby. Rugby • 03 Jan
URC recap: Leinster 52-17 Connacht All the action, as it happened, as Leinster ripped apart Connacht at Aviva Stadium in their interpro derby. Rugby • 03 Jan
Murphy: Ulster 'buzzing' after statement win v Munster Ulster head coach Richie Murphy praised the patience of his side as they produced a brilliant second-half performance to hammer Munster 28-3 in Belfast. United Rugby Championship • 03 Jan
Murphy: Ulster 'buzzing' after statement win v Munster Ulster head coach Richie Murphy praised the patience of his side as they produced a brilliant second-half performance to hammer Munster 28-3 in Belfast. United Rugby Championship • 03 Jan
Ulster bully Munster to continue impressive season Affidea Stadium was a winter wonderland for Ulster as they continued their impressive season with a dominant 28-3 win against a poor Munster in Belfast. United Rugby Championship • 02 Jan
Ulster bully Munster to continue impressive season Affidea Stadium was a winter wonderland for Ulster as they continued their impressive season with a dominant 28-3 win against a poor Munster in Belfast. United Rugby Championship • 02 Jan
United Rugby Championship: Ulster 28-3 Munster - recap Follow our minute by minute coverage as Ulster and Munster meet in the first URC Interpro of 2026. Rugby • 02 Jan
United Rugby Championship: Ulster 28-3 Munster - recap Follow our minute by minute coverage as Ulster and Munster meet in the first URC Interpro of 2026. Rugby • 02 Jan
United Rugby Championship round 9: All you need to know Round nine of the United Rugby Championship serves up a double helping of derbies on the first weekend of 2026. United Rugby Championship • 02 Jan
United Rugby Championship round 9: All you need to know Round nine of the United Rugby Championship serves up a double helping of derbies on the first weekend of 2026. United Rugby Championship • 02 Jan
'Frustrating' Connacht set for make or break period In three weeks, the ribbon will be cut on Connacht Rugby's new and improved Dexcom Stadium, completing the three-year, €40m redevelopment of the Sportsground. United Rugby Championship • 02 Jan
'Frustrating' Connacht set for make or break period In three weeks, the ribbon will be cut on Connacht Rugby's new and improved Dexcom Stadium, completing the three-year, €40m redevelopment of the Sportsground. United Rugby Championship • 02 Jan
Henderson back for Ulster, Munster rest internationals Iain Henderson will make his first provincial appearance since October in Friday night's crucial BKT United Rugby Championship Interpro against Munster in Belfast. United Rugby Championship • 01 Jan
Henderson back for Ulster, Munster rest internationals Iain Henderson will make his first provincial appearance since October in Friday night's crucial BKT United Rugby Championship Interpro against Munster in Belfast. United Rugby Championship • 01 Jan
Sheehan returns for Leinster, five Connacht changes Dan Sheehan returns to the Leinster team with the hooker to captain his side for Saturday's BKT URC game with Connacht at Aviva Stadium (kick-off 7.45pm). Rugby • 02 Jan
Sheehan returns for Leinster, five Connacht changes Dan Sheehan returns to the Leinster team with the hooker to captain his side for Saturday's BKT URC game with Connacht at Aviva Stadium (kick-off 7.45pm). Rugby • 02 Jan
Connacht confirm Frawley signing on two-year deal Connacht have confirmed the signing of Ireland international Ciarán Frawley from Leinster on a two-year deal. Rugby • 29 Dec 25
Connacht confirm Frawley signing on two-year deal Connacht have confirmed the signing of Ireland international Ciarán Frawley from Leinster on a two-year deal. Rugby • 29 Dec 25
'Backwards' Irish thinking, west is best for Frawley It's Winterpro season on the RTÉ Rugby podcast, as Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman break down the key points from this week's URC Irish derbies. United Rugby Championship • 30 Dec 25
'Backwards' Irish thinking, west is best for Frawley It's Winterpro season on the RTÉ Rugby podcast, as Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman break down the key points from this week's URC Irish derbies. United Rugby Championship • 30 Dec 25
