IRFU insists finances 'robust' despite €4.2m deficit Irish Rugby chief executive Kevin Potts believes the IRFU is in a "robust" financial position, despite reporting a deficit of €4.2m for the 2024/25 season. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
IRFU insists finances 'robust' despite €4.2m deficit Irish Rugby chief executive Kevin Potts believes the IRFU is in a "robust" financial position, despite reporting a deficit of €4.2m for the 2024/25 season. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
O'Brien: Sexton's 'nuggets' improving Irish kick game Ireland dominated the skies against Australia on Saturday, and if they're to claim a big win against the world champions South Africa in Dublin this weekend, they will need a repeat performance. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
O'Brien: Sexton's 'nuggets' improving Irish kick game Ireland dominated the skies against Australia on Saturday, and if they're to claim a big win against the world champions South Africa in Dublin this weekend, they will need a repeat performance. Rugby • 20 Nov 25
Smit: Physicality should not dictate 10 selection Former South Africa captain John Smit doesn't believe Ireland's coaches should be fixated on "physicality" in selecting their side for this weekend's Quilter Nations Series meeting with the Springboks at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
Smit: Physicality should not dictate 10 selection Former South Africa captain John Smit doesn't believe Ireland's coaches should be fixated on "physicality" in selecting their side for this weekend's Quilter Nations Series meeting with the Springboks at Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
Ryan 'couldn't believe' Ireland heroics in Budapest The Ireland rugby team are looking to take more inspiration from the heroics of the Boys in Green, with James Ryan hailing Troy Parrott's incredible hat-trick. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Ryan 'couldn't believe' Ireland heroics in Budapest The Ireland rugby team are looking to take more inspiration from the heroics of the Boys in Green, with James Ryan hailing Troy Parrott's incredible hat-trick. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Smit and Jackman preview Ireland v Springboks Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined by South Africa's 2007 World Cup winning captain John Smit ahead of this week's game between Ireland and the Springboks. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Smit and Jackman preview Ireland v Springboks Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined by South Africa's 2007 World Cup winning captain John Smit ahead of this week's game between Ireland and the Springboks. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
'Proud' Lion Ryan ready for Springboks Ahead of Saturday's November international against South Africa, Ireland lock James Ryan was happy to reflect on his successful summer tour with the British and Irish Lions. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
'Proud' Lion Ryan ready for Springboks Ahead of Saturday's November international against South Africa, Ireland lock James Ryan was happy to reflect on his successful summer tour with the British and Irish Lions. Rugby • 19 Nov 25
Unlike Wallabies, Springboks will punish ill-discipline While the attacking performance against Australia will please Andy Farrell, he will be aware South Africa will pose bigger questions on Saturday. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Unlike Wallabies, Springboks will punish ill-discipline While the attacking performance against Australia will please Andy Farrell, he will be aware South Africa will pose bigger questions on Saturday. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Henshaw finds form after unwanted lay-off After enduring a disappointing end to last season, Robbie Henshaw feels he's getting the benefit of some unwanted time off. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Henshaw finds form after unwanted lay-off After enduring a disappointing end to last season, Robbie Henshaw feels he's getting the benefit of some unwanted time off. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Etzebeth: Irish coaches now part of Springboks 'family' Eben Etzebeth admitted he couldn't hide his delight when he heard that Felix Jones was rejoining the South Africa set-up and says that the former Ireland full-back and Jerry Flannery are part of the Springbok family. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
Etzebeth: Irish coaches now part of Springboks 'family' Eben Etzebeth admitted he couldn't hide his delight when he heard that Felix Jones was rejoining the South Africa set-up and says that the former Ireland full-back and Jerry Flannery are part of the Springbok family. Rugby • 18 Nov 25
McCloskey out as Van der Flier, Ringrose return Stuart McCloskey has been ruled out Ireland's final November international against South Africa on Saturday after suffering a recurrence of a groin injury. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
McCloskey out as Van der Flier, Ringrose return Stuart McCloskey has been ruled out Ireland's final November international against South Africa on Saturday after suffering a recurrence of a groin injury. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Springboks claim unfair treatment over red cards South Africa are hoping to have both Franco Mostert and Lood de Jager available to face Ireland on Saturday with both locks facing disciplinary action, while assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says he belives the Springboks are being treated unfairly. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Springboks claim unfair treatment over red cards South Africa are hoping to have both Franco Mostert and Lood de Jager available to face Ireland on Saturday with both locks facing disciplinary action, while assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says he belives the Springboks are being treated unfairly. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Ireland face All Blacks and SA in Nations Championship Ireland will play Australia, Japan and New Zealand next summer in rugby's new-look Nations Championship, while November will see Tests against Argentina, Fiji and South Africa. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Ireland face All Blacks and SA in Nations Championship Ireland will play Australia, Japan and New Zealand next summer in rugby's new-look Nations Championship, while November will see Tests against Argentina, Fiji and South Africa. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Prendergast and McCarthy savour big game atmosphere When Caelan Doris spoke on Friday about wanting rugby at the Aviva Stadium to sound a bit more like it did for the soccer team on Thursday night, they weren't empty words. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Prendergast and McCarthy savour big game atmosphere When Caelan Doris spoke on Friday about wanting rugby at the Aviva Stadium to sound a bit more like it did for the soccer team on Thursday night, they weren't empty words. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Farrell: Ireland need to be better against the Boks Andy Farrell couldn't hide his delight at the ruthless nature of Ireland's 46-19 win against Australia on Saturday, but says they will have to be better again if they're to beat the Boks. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Farrell: Ireland need to be better against the Boks Andy Farrell couldn't hide his delight at the ruthless nature of Ireland's 46-19 win against Australia on Saturday, but says they will have to be better again if they're to beat the Boks. Rugby • 17 Nov 25
Conan can't wait for 'best in the world' Springboks Back-rower Jack Conan believes Ireland's record win over Australia is a "brilliant launchpad" for a shot at toppling back-to-back world champions South Africa. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Conan can't wait for 'best in the world' Springboks Back-rower Jack Conan believes Ireland's record win over Australia is a "brilliant launchpad" for a shot at toppling back-to-back world champions South Africa. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Springboks call up front row duo ahead of Ireland Test South Africa have called up hooker Bongi Mbonambi and prop Ntuthuko Mchunu for their final two Autumn International series matches against Ireland and Wales. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Springboks call up front row duo ahead of Ireland Test South Africa have called up hooker Bongi Mbonambi and prop Ntuthuko Mchunu for their final two Autumn International series matches against Ireland and Wales. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Ratings: Plenty of standouts as Ireland finally click Here's how we rated the Ireland players in their 46-19 win against Australia. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Ratings: Plenty of standouts as Ireland finally click Here's how we rated the Ireland players in their 46-19 win against Australia. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Upbeat Farrell pleased as Ireland give 'good account' Andy Farrell admitted he was really pleased after Ireland's comprehensive record victory over Australia. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Upbeat Farrell pleased as Ireland give 'good account' Andy Farrell admitted he was really pleased after Ireland's comprehensive record victory over Australia. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Hansen: I love this team and this feels like home Mack Hansen says he was extra determined to impress against Australia after missing out on the opening autumn Tests. Rugby • 15 Nov 25
Hansen: I love this team and this feels like home Mack Hansen says he was extra determined to impress against Australia after missing out on the opening autumn Tests. Rugby • 15 Nov 25
Hansen hits hat-trick as Ireland rout Australia Ireland full-back Mack Hansen lit up Aviva Stadium with a stunning first-half hat-trick that paved the way for a record 46-19 win over Australia. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Hansen hits hat-trick as Ireland rout Australia Ireland full-back Mack Hansen lit up Aviva Stadium with a stunning first-half hat-trick that paved the way for a record 46-19 win over Australia. Rugby • 16 Nov 25
Autumn Nations Series: Ireland 46-19 Australia - recap Look back on our minute by minute coverage as Ireland powered to an impressive win against Australia. Rugby • 15 Nov 25
Autumn Nations Series: Ireland 46-19 Australia - recap Look back on our minute by minute coverage as Ireland powered to an impressive win against Australia. Rugby • 15 Nov 25
Ireland U20s fall short against Baby Boks in Cork Three maul tries and a tap-and-go trick play saw South Africa overcome Ireland 32-22 in an U20 international which delivered entertainment despite the constant rain at Virgin Media Park in Cork. Rugby • 14 Nov 25
Ireland U20s fall short against Baby Boks in Cork Three maul tries and a tap-and-go trick play saw South Africa overcome Ireland 32-22 in an U20 international which delivered entertainment despite the constant rain at Virgin Media Park in Cork. Rugby • 14 Nov 25
'Irish rugby owes such admiration and respect to Joe' Even six years on from leaving, Joe Schmidt remains intrinsically linked with Irish rugby. Rugby • 15 Nov 25
'Irish rugby owes such admiration and respect to Joe' Even six years on from leaving, Joe Schmidt remains intrinsically linked with Irish rugby. Rugby • 15 Nov 25
Doris hoping his side can feed off famous Portugal win Barely 12 hours after the Republic of Ireland defeated Portugal at Aviva Stadium, Caelan Doris was leading the Irish rugby team out for their captain's run ahead of tomorrow's Quilter Nations Series clash with Australia. Rugby • 14 Nov 25
Doris hoping his side can feed off famous Portugal win Barely 12 hours after the Republic of Ireland defeated Portugal at Aviva Stadium, Caelan Doris was leading the Irish rugby team out for their captain's run ahead of tomorrow's Quilter Nations Series clash with Australia. Rugby • 14 Nov 25
Baird defends O'Connell: 'I won't have a bad word said' Ryan Baird won't hear a bad word about Paul O'Connell and insists it's up to the Ireland players to fix their lineout woes. Rugby • 15 Nov 25
Baird defends O'Connell: 'I won't have a bad word said' Ryan Baird won't hear a bad word about Paul O'Connell and insists it's up to the Ireland players to fix their lineout woes. Rugby • 15 Nov 25
