43 h. ago Matt Williams: Unless Leinster’s defence wake up they will be left dreaming of what might have been

Deeper commitment to physical processes of defending is needed if they are to lift this year’s URC title

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3 d. ago R360: Rugby’s Bold New Frontier or a Distraction Doomed to Fail?

🌍 R360: Rugby’s Bold New Frontier or a Distraction Doomed to Fail? Talk of a rugby revolution is rarely far from the headlines, but for once, there’s substance behind the speculation. The proposed ‘R360’ franchise league—led by former England centre Mike Tindall—is no mere fantasy. It’s backed by serious investors, fronted by familiar names, and […] The post R360: Rugby’s Bold New Frontier or a Distraction Doomed to Fail? appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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4 d. ago Stuart Lancaster Appointed Connacht Head Coach in Biggest Signing in Club’s History

🟢 Stuart Lancaster Appointed Connacht Head Coach in Biggest Signing in Club’s History — A New Era Dawns as Lancaster Also Takes Over Defence Portfolio Connacht Rugby and the IRFU have pulled off a seismic coaching coup with the appointment of Stuart Lancaster as Head Coach of Connacht Rugby on a two-year deal. The move, […] The post Stuart Lancaster Appointed Connacht Head Coach in Biggest Signing in Club’s History appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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6 d. ago 'It's a forever thing' Irish entrepreneur announces engagement to rugby player

'It's a forever thing' Irish entrepreneur announces engagement to rugby player  EVOKE

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8 d. ago Matt Williams: Irish rugby should value the URC above the faltering Champions Cup

Many cling to memories of an era that has now passed, wrongly obsessed with the bisected remains of a once-great competition

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9 d. ago Bemand Names Ireland’s Women’s Rugby World Cup Preparation Squad

Bemand Names Ireland’s Women’s Rugby World Cup Preparation Squad  Irish Rugby

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1 week ago Three Irish teams to compete in International Gay Rugby Cup in Oslo

45 teams from 10 countries will battle it out for the title of Europe's number one International Gay Rugby team.

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1 week ago Jackman and Heaslip address the underlying issue threatening to dismantle Irish rugby

Jackman and Heaslip address the underlying issue threatening to dismantle Irish rugby  Planet Rugby

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2 w. ago 'Sod that, that's bull' – Willie John McBride slammed for comments about foreign

'Sod that, that's bull' – Willie John McBride slammed for comments about foreign-born British and Irish Lions players  Planet Rugby

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2 w. ago 2025/26 Irish Rugby Transfers – Full List of Ins and Outs Across All Four Provinces

2025/26 Irish Rugby Transfers – Full List of Ins and Outs Across All Four Provinces Author: Joe Naughton Published: May 2025 Introduction: Changing of the Guard in Irish Rugby The 2025/26 season is ushering in a major transitional period for Irish provincial rugby. Between high-profile retirements, international signings, and academy reshuffles, the four provinces — […] The post 2025/26 Irish Rugby Transfers – Full List of Ins and Outs Across All Four Provinces appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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2 w. ago Final Thoughts on Connacht’s 2024/25 Season – and Looking Ahead

Final Thoughts on Connacht’s 2024/25 Season – and Looking Ahead There’s a lot changing at Connacht — and not all of it is on the pitch. The brand-new, world-class stand at the Sportsground is a genuine game-changer, a sign that the province is thinking bigger and building for the long term. There’s also a fresh […] The post Final Thoughts on Connacht’s 2024/25 Season – and Looking Ahead appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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2 w. ago Ireland and Australia Rugby Rivalry: A Modern Test of Grit On and Off the Field

Despite not being popular worldwide, there are countries that choose rugby as one of their major sport, embracing its competitive spirit and camaraderie. Countries like Ireland and Australia have both been captivated by rugby, a fundamentally team sport. Considering that winning a rugby game requires the full dedication of a team, emotions run high as […] The post Ireland and Australia Rugby Rivalry: A Modern Test of Grit On and Off the Field appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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3 w. ago Matt Williams: Lions would do well to remember that in rugby, as in war, past difficulties often repeat themselves

Andy Farrell’s men will have their work cut out in Australia

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3 w. ago Irish Rugby: Ireland men's sevens cut 'nothing short of a disgrace'

Irish Rugby: Ireland men's sevens cut 'nothing short of a disgrace' - Terry Kennedy  BBC

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3 w. ago Irish Rugby Sevens programme to be discontinued over player development shortfalls

The women’s Sevens programme is set to remain operational as the IRFU said it still is a ‘vital’ part of development.

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3 w. ago Irish Rugby: IRFU to cease men's sevens programme because of financial constraints

Irish Rugby: IRFU to cease men's sevens programme because of financial constraints  BBC

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3 w. ago Irish Rugby: Players' body 'immensely disappointed' as men's sevens team cut because of financial constraints

Irish Rugby: Players' body 'immensely disappointed' as men's sevens team cut because of financial constraints  BBC

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4 w. ago Matt Williams: Ugly sense of entitlement has seeped into Irish rugby fan culture

Leinster’s Champions Cup exit has led to mob-like criticism of the team and their coach

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4 w. ago Ugly sense of entitlement has seeped into Irish rugby fan culture

Leinster’s Champions Cup exit has led to mob-like criticism of the team and their coach

Sport

4 w. ago Connacht Rugby Sign Versatile New Zealand Back Sam Gilbert from Highlanders

Connacht Rugby Sign Versatile New Zealand Back Sam Gilbert from Highlanders Connacht Rugby have confirmed the exciting signing of New Zealand back Sam Gilbert from Super Rugby franchise the Highlanders, ahead of the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship season. The 26-year-old arrives with a proven pedigree from the southern hemisphere, having made 56 appearances in Super […] The post Connacht Rugby Sign Versatile New Zealand Back Sam Gilbert from Highlanders appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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