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Sunday 24 March 2019

Conor Murray has struggled for form since returning from injury. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Neil Francis: 'Comfort blanket of provinces can save Ireland and our underperforming players'

In 2018 Ireland won the Grand Slam, beat New Zealand and won a Test series in Australia.

Rory Best of Ireland during the Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championship match between Wales and Ireland at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

International Rugby

Brendan Fanning: 'The spine of Joe Schmidt's team is not up for debate - but it should be'

Change. Every other election in any country you choose has change as its theme for at least one of the parties involved.

Six Nations

Ireland fear Six Nations relegation could lead to 'financial ruin' as unions prepare to make Nations League decision

The company charged with selling the broadcast and sponsorship rights to World Rugby's proposed Nations League has warned the Six Nations unions concerned about the financial impact of...

Champions Cup

Ian McGeechan: 'Irish players can rediscover their best form in Champions Cup'

I remember the feeling of coming back from international matches as a player. I always enjoyed those first few games back. You felt so fit after being in camp with your international team-mates. The club game was a yard or two slower, giving you that bit more time and space.

Rhys Marshall of Munster, supported by team-mate Alby Mathewson, scores his side's second try despite the tackle of Mattia Bellini of Zebre during the Guinness PRO14 Round 18 match between Munster and Zebre at Thomond Park in Limerick. Photo by Diarmuid Greene/Sportsfile

Munster Rugby

Munster overcome spirited Zebre to secure crucial bonus point win

Munster kept in touch with Glasgow Warriors in the race for a home semi-final in the Guinness PRO 14 after a hard-fought 31-12 bonus point win over Zebre.

PRO14

Ulster warm up for Leinster with a five-try victory over the Southern Kings

Marcell Coetzee marked his comeback for Ulster with one of their five tries in a 33-19 Guinness PRO14 win over the Southern Kings.

Ronan O'Gara. Photo: Diarmuid Greene/Sportsfile

Rugby World Cup

Speculation builds in France over O'Gara World Cup role

There is increasing speculation in France that Ronan O'Gara could be recruited to Jacques Brunel's backroom team for the Rugby World Cup in Japan.

Ireland's Jonathan Sexton. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

International Rugby

The other parents at swimming lessons asked if I was OK after loss - Sexton

Fly-half Johnny Sexton knew he was facing heavy criticism in the days after Ireland's Six Nations loss to Wales because of the reaction of other parents when he brought one of his children for swimming lessons, he told the Sunday Independent.

Connacht's Jack Carty celebrates after becoming the province's top scorer. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

PRO14

Carty becomes top scorer in priceless Connacht win

Jack Carty marked his return to the Sportsground after his Irish breakthrough by becoming the province's top scorer.

'Everything will be fed into Joe Schmidt’s computer as he processes the data and works his way towards finalising his 31-man squad for the World Cup.' Photo: PA

Rugby World Cup

Rúaidhrí O'Connor: 'Six Nations has clouded Schmidt's Japan picture'

The dust has now settled on Ireland's damaging Six Nations campaign and the clean-up begins with the provinces this weekend. For the coaching staff, there is room now to review the action and digest the performances. Everything will be fed into Joe Schmidt's computer as he processes the data and...

International Rugby

Alan Quinlan: 'No need for an overhaul - turbulent form can be corrected with tweaks, focus on combativeness and a dash of cynicism'

The nosedive in a pressurised environment has been alarming, the stalling notable, and the angle of approach appears to be in need of correction, but that's where the similarities end. This is no...

The Left Wing: Why Irish fans shouldn't lose faith and how Joe Schmidt can turn things around for the World Cup

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[TICON-A VIDEO] 'It's all b******t' - Alan Quinlan hits back at Irish critics who 'just want to feel important'

[TICON-A VIDEO] Rúaidhrí O'Connor: 'Improve the attack, reduce the number of rucks and rebuild belief - but Schmidt may need outside help'

Outclassed women need level playing field - Griggs

'It didn’t help with preparations' - Joe Schmidt criticises Irish media over team news coverage

Wales dominate Six Nations Player of the Year shortlist while Irish players miss out after tournament to forget

Tony Ward: 'Pillars of Schmidt’s team should fear for their World Cup places after woeful Cardiff no-show'

Under-20s Six Nations

15 March 2019; Ireland celebrate with the cup after winning the U20 Six Nations Rugby Championship match between Wales and Ireland at Zip World Stadium in Colwyn Bay, Wales. Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

Under-20s Six Nations

Future looks bright as Ireland young guns clinch Grand Slam with grandstand finale in Wales

A grandstand finish fitting for the Grand Slam champions.

Ireland U-20s eye Grand Slam after clinching Six Nations title

Josh Wycherley immense as Ireland clinch U20 Six Nations with thrilling victory over France

As it happened: Ireland U20 31 France U20 29 - Ireland win U20 Six Nations - relive all the action

French stakes his claim with match-winning display for Con

Grand Slam still on cards for U20s after Craig Casey brace helps dispatch Italy

Joy Neville to take charge of first Six Nations Under-20 clash this evening when Scotland host Wales

Under-20s Six Nations

Jack O'Sullivan (left), Angus Curtis (centre) and Michael Silvester (right).

Neil Francis: 'Comfort blanket of provinces can save Ireland and our underperforming players'

Brendan Fanning: 'The spine of Joe Schmidt's team is not up for debate - but it should be'

Ireland fear Six Nations relegation could lead to 'financial ruin' as unions prepare to make Nations League decision

Ian McGeechan: 'Irish players can rediscover their best form in Champions Cup'

Munster overcome spirited Zebre to secure crucial bonus point win

Ulster warm up for Leinster with a five-try victory over the Southern Kings

Speculation builds in France over O'Gara World Cup role

The other parents at swimming lessons asked if I was OK after loss - Sexton

Carty becomes top scorer in priceless Connacht win

Rúaidhrí O'Connor: 'Six Nations has clouded Schmidt's Japan picture'

Alan Quinlan: 'No need for an overhaul - turbulent form can be corrected with tweaks, focus on combativeness and a dash of cynicism'

The Left Wing: Why Irish fans shouldn't lose faith and how Joe Schmidt can turn things around for the World Cup

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Neil Francis: 'Comfort of provinces can help put things right for misfiring halves'

Brendan Fanning: 'Fresh approach to personnel and tactics is all that's needed'

Rúaidhrí O'Connor: 'Six Nations has clouded Schmidt's Japan picture'

Alan Quinlan: 'No need for an overhaul - turbulent form can be corrected with tweaks, focus on

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Six Nations

Ireland fear Six Nations relegation could lead to 'financial ruin' as unions prepare to make Nations League decision

Welsh skipper Alun Wyn Jones named Six Nations Player of the Championship

Farrell to begin Ireland tenure with back-to-back home clashes

Five reasons why Ireland's Six Nations defence fell flat on its face

[TICON-A VIDEO] 'It's all b******t' - Alan Quinlan hits back at Irish critics who 'just want to feel important'

[TICON-A VIDEO] Rúaidhrí O'Connor: 'Improve the attack, reduce the number of rucks and rebuild belief - but Schmidt may need outside help'

Outclassed women need level playing field - Griggs

'It didn’t help with preparations' - Joe Schmidt criticises Irish media over team news coverage

Wales dominate Six Nations Player of the Year shortlist while Irish players miss out after tournament to forget

Tony Ward: 'Pillars of Schmidt’s team should fear for their World Cup places after woeful Cardiff no-show'

Under-20s Six Nations

Future looks bright as Ireland young guns clinch Grand Slam with grandstand finale in Wales

Ireland U-20s eye Grand Slam after clinching Six Nations title

Josh Wycherley immense as Ireland clinch U20 Six Nations with thrilling victory over France

As it happened: Ireland U20 31 France U20 29 - Ireland win U20 Six Nations - relive all the action

French stakes his claim with match-winning display for Con

Grand Slam still on cards for U20s after Craig Casey brace helps dispatch Italy

Joy Neville to take charge of first Six Nations Under-20 clash this evening when Scotland host Wales

The next generation: Five Ireland U20 stars who could make a big impact in professional rugby

Other Rugby

Ospreys-Scarlets merger ditched as Professional Rugby Board confirms the four Welsh regions will continue

Edwards open to offers despite Wigan deal

Byrne and Casey passed fit for Ireland U-20s

Munchin's keep defence alive despite late Castletroy scare

U-20s aim to rewrite history in Colwyn Bay

Energia set to come on board as new sponsor of the All-Ireland League

Griggs sees 'spots to exploit' despite daunting challenge

Ireland's Considine happy to pass on advice to AFL-playing sister

'I was in denial about it for a very long time' - Ireland star Sene Naoupu opens up on battle with eating disorder

'It'd be a fantastic opportunity' - Ronan O'Gara open to future role on All Blacks coaching staff

International Rugby

Brendan Fanning: 'The spine of Joe Schmidt's team is not up for debate - but it should be'

Ben Te'o and Billy Vunipola apologise to England team mates for late return following drinking session

Five Ireland players to watch following stunning U-20s Grand Slam success

Neil Francis: 'Ireland must box clever to rediscover killer punch - so much can happen in six months'

IRFU say claims made by former British intelligence officer in book involved 'extreme degrees of artistic licence'

'It has been an honour and a privilege' - Ireland legend Alison Miller calls time on her international career

Stuart Lancaster rules out role with Ireland's coaching team

World Rugby meet unions for crunch talks over Nations League - and say new tournament can earn countries over €5bn

Griggs staying positive despite 'tough' run

Iain Henderson hopes for a personal magnificent seven against Les Bleus

Champions Cup

Ian McGeechan: 'Irish players can rediscover their best form in Champions Cup'

Deegan eager to stake his claim for Champions Cup clash

Ulster sweat over Henderson fitness for Euro showdown

Ulster hopeful Iain Henderson will be fit for European showdown with Leinster

Stuart McCloskey scores crucial try on his 100th Ulster appearance as they edge out the Ospreys

EPCR rule that Champions Cup semi-finals could take place at clubs 'home' stadiums