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Monday 18 October, 2021

# Spreading The Load

Leinster will look to 'A' games and AIL during 'different' international window

Mon 7:00 AM 8,825 Views 4 Comments

The United Rugby Championship will break for a month following this weekend’s fixtures.

Sunday 17 October, 2021

# Packing A Punch

Forwards get the job done as Leinster continue to build towards bigger tests

Sun 7:30 AM 6,384 Views 9 Comments

The province had five different try-scorers against the Scarlets, all of them coming from the pack.

# Reds Issue

Shels are going up, and this time it feels different

Sun 7:00 AM 15,754 Views 2 Comments

Positive moves off the pitch have helped put the club on the right path again, but the Tolka Park issue still looms large.

Saturday 16 October, 2021

# Fingers Crossed

Cullen optimistic on Sexton injury with Ireland internationals looming

Sat 8:16 PM 9,500 Views 11 Comments

The out-half came off with a hip problem during the 50-15 win over Scarlets.

# Looking Sharp

Leinster turn on the style to put 50 points on Scarlets

Sat 7:17 PM 23,814 Views 27 Comments

Leo Cullen’s side delivered a performance full of power and skill as they welcomed back some big-hitters.

# Mixed News

Leinster welcome back Lions but doubts over Henshaw as centre misses out again

Sat 6:30 AM 6,622 Views 7 Comments

Leo Cullen’s side host the Scarlets at the RDS this evening.

Friday 15 October, 2021

# Mark Your Diary

New dates confirmed for a number of Premier Division fixtures

Fri 5:23 PM 2,963 Views 0 Comments

The rescheduled fixtures include four games which were originally due to be played on Friday, 8 October.

# Highs And Lows

'There was a little phase there when I was thinking, 'Yeah, this is no craic at all''

Updated Fri 8:32 AM 26,909 Views 24 Comments

Munster lock Jean Kleyn on enjoying his rugby again, Ireland ambitions and Anthony Foley.

Thursday 14 October, 2021

# Part Of The Team

Munster planning to keep Snyman involved with squad as lock faces another long spell out

Oct 14th 2021, 7:00 AM 7,979 Views 10 Comments

Defence coach JP Ferreira says Snyman will stay at Munster to complete his rehab.

Wednesday 13 October, 2021

# Open The Gates

Government ‘optimistic’ stadiums will return to full capacity from 22 October

Oct 13th 2021, 4:30 PM 8,705 Views 6 Comments

Remaining Covid-19 restrictions are set to be lifted at the end of the month.

# Support

'He’s one of the most mentally tough guys I've met' - Snyman backed to recover from latest setback

Oct 13th 2021, 2:43 PM 6,509 Views 5 Comments

Jean Kleyn says everyone at Munster would like to see RG Snyman extend his stay at the province following his latest injury setback.

# Pulling The Strings

Connacht hoping new system can 'empower' Jack Carty

Oct 13th 2021, 7:15 AM 6,071 Views 9 Comments

The out-half says he has held positive discussions with Ireland head coach Andy Farrell.

# Familiar Faces

'I’ve got a few good mates in there' - Gibson-Park hoping to get a shot at All-Blacks

Oct 13th 2021, 6:30 AM 9,057 Views 11 Comments

New Zealand play Ireland at the Aviva Stadium next month.

# More To Come

'He doesn't want that to be the peak of his career' - Aki determined to build on Lions experience

Oct 13th 2021, 6:00 AM 4,537 Views 0 Comments

The centre is in line to feature against Munster this weekend.

Tuesday 12 October, 2021

# One Step Closer

Anthony Eddy and Niamh Briggs to take part in Women's Lions feasibility study

Oct 12th 2021, 10:39 AM 3,153 Views 6 Comments

The group will be chaired by former British & Irish Lion Ieuan Evans.

# Talking 10s

Byrne, Sexton and Frawley – Felipe Contepomi discusses Leinster's options at out-half

Oct 12th 2021, 7:00 AM 6,539 Views 5 Comments

Harry Byrne is facing more time on the sidelines due to a hip injury.

Monday 11 October, 2021

# Update

Harry Byrne to miss Scarlets game as Leinster await news on hip injury

Oct 11th 2021, 2:19 PM 3,323 Views 0 Comments

The out-half limped off just 22 minutes into Saturday’s win over Zebre.

# Up And Running

'It felt like a first cap again' - Adam Byrne reflects on a dream return for Leinster

Oct 11th 2021, 7:05 AM 3,482 Views 1 Comment

The wing scored two tries in an encouraging display against Zebre.

Sunday 10 October, 2021

# Older And Wiser

'He really turned up on the big days' - What Simon Zebo learned at Racing

Oct 10th 2021, 10:00 AM 12,114 Views 12 Comments

Racing attack coach Mike Prendergast says Zebo brings a lot more to the table than just X-factor moments.

# Tale Of Two 10s

Sexton provides the quality on another frustrating day for Harry Byrne

Oct 10th 2021, 6:45 AM 8,341 Views 7 Comments

Leo Cullen is hopeful Byrne’s injury isn’t too bad after the 22-year-old was forced off against Zebre on Saturday.

Saturday 9 October, 2021

# Back With A Bang

'He's delighted, it means so much to him' - Cullen full of praise as Byrne marks return in style

Oct 9th 2021, 4:32 PM 8,839 Views 2 Comments

Cullen also provided an update on out-half Harry Byrne, who was removed with a hip injury,

# Byrne Baby Byrne

Adam Byrne gets his moment in the sun as 7-try Leinster crush Zebre

Oct 9th 2021, 2:51 PM 22,764 Views 13 Comments

The wing scored two tries on his first apperance for the province since December 2019.

# Welcome Sight

Byrne told to 'back himself' as Leinster wing returns from 21-month lay-off

Oct 9th 2021, 8:45 AM 5,042 Views 7 Comments

Adam Byrne will make his first apperance for Leinster since December 2019 against Zebre today.

# Opportunity Knocks

New-look Leinster out to make a statement against Zebre

Oct 9th 2021, 7:45 AM 5,326 Views 0 Comments

A number of players will make their first apperance of the season at the RDS today.

Thursday 7 October, 2021

# Prop Life

'I'm loving my rugby at the moment' - Bealham looking to build on strong start to the season

Oct 7th 2021, 6:30 AM 4,865 Views 6 Comments

The Connacht tighthead feels he is yet to reach his prime.

Wednesday 6 October, 2021

# Torres

Spain end Italy's record unbeaten run to reach Nations League final

Oct 6th 2021, 10:02 PM 22,351 Views 9 Comments

Luis Enrique’s side will now face either France or Belgium in Sunday’s final.

# Take Your Pick

Tom Farrell's impressive return boosts Connacht's centre stocks

Oct 6th 2021, 7:30 AM 5,106 Views 2 Comments

The 28-year-old has impressed since returning from a long-term injury.

# Frustrated

'It happens too much' - Friend says Connacht deserve more respect

Oct 6th 2021, 6:00 AM 3,373 Views 5 Comments

The Connacht head coach has passionately defended the club following disparaging comments by Bulls boss Jake White.

Tuesday 5 October, 2021

# No Respect

'People look at Connacht down the end of their nose' - Friend responds to comments by Bulls boss

Oct 5th 2021, 3:00 PM 21,138 Views 23 Comments

The province have also confirmed the signing of Samoa international loosehead Tietie Tuimauga.

# Change At The Top

Mayo GAA chairman Liam Moffatt to step down from position

Oct 5th 2021, 9:20 AM 7,868 Views 0 Comments

The former Mayo footballer said his decision is based on business and personal reasons.

# Honest

'I wasn't a great person to be around' - Tyrone star Kilpatrick on gambling addiction

Oct 5th 2021, 8:39 AM 25,599 Views 16 Comments

The midfielder spoke about his struggle with a gambling addiction on RTÉ’s Claire Byrne Live.

Saturday 2 October, 2021

# Milestone

Irish defender Nathan Collins handed Premier League debut for Burnley

Oct 2nd 2021, 2:43 PM 5,023 Views 2 Comments

The 20-year-old joined the club from Stoke during the summer.

The making of Josh van der Flier, the newest member of Leinster's 100 club

Oct 2nd 2021, 7:00 AM 13,177 Views 4 Comments

The flanker is set to win his 100th cap for the province when they play the Dragons on Sunday.

Friday 1 October, 2021

# Opportunity

Connacht look to lay down a marker as Bulls come to town

Oct 1st 2021, 7:15 AM 4,395 Views 3 Comments

Andy Friend’s team welcome the South African side to the Sportsground this evening.

Thursday 30 September, 2021

# Out To Impress

Connacht's Tom Daly energised by first taste of Ireland camp

Sep 30th 2021, 6:00 AM 3,498 Views 4 Comments

The centre was part of Andy Farrell’s squad for the summer Tests, but didn’t get capped.

Wednesday 29 September, 2021

# Staying Put

John Kiely set for new two-year term as Limerick hurling manager

Sep 29th 2021, 7:37 PM 5,541 Views 7 Comments

Kiely has led the county to three All-Ireland titles since taking charge in 2016.

# New Face

'Enormously powerful' Leva Fifita backed to make big impact at Connacht

Sep 29th 2021, 6:30 AM 7,392 Views 0 Comments

Senior coach Pete Wilkins also discusses the challenges of his new role having moved from defence coach.

Sunday 26 September, 2021

# On The Mic

Damien Delaney talks punditry, Ronaldo and Stephen Kenny's Ireland

Sep 26th 2021, 7:30 AM 6,085 Views 1 Comment

The former Ireland and Crystal Palace defender says his new media career came as a surprise.

Friday 24 September, 2021

# Skinstad

'I know these teams want to win' - The South African view on the URC

Sep 24th 2021, 7:15 AM 3,648 Views 1 Comment

Former Springbok captain Bobby Skinstad says South Africans are optimistic about the new tournament.

Thursday 23 September, 2021

# Gamechanger

Will URC teams embrace the new 50:22 law?

Sep 23rd 2021, 7:15 AM 8,400 Views 8 Comments

Hugo Keenan, Felipe Contepomi and Rob Kearney offer their thoughts on the new law.

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