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18th April 2026
destructive
Wafer back to her best in powerful performance for Ireland
22 hrs ago
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Dominant
Parsons bags three as Ireland batter Italy on glorious Galway day
Scott Bemand’s side scored seven of their nine tries in a thrilling first-half display.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Dexcom Stadium
18 Apr
2
home comforts
Ireland must show true selves on record-breaking day in Galway
18 Apr
2
Last week
12th April 2026 - 18th April 2026
task at hand
Munster have to overcome off-pitch distractions for URC run-in
17 Apr
Munster
'A family man that I trust unequivocally' - McMillan on Randle appointment
16 Apr
attack coach
Munster say 'due diligence' was carried out before Randle appointment
It’s understood that there have been some internal issues in Munster regarding the deal.
16 Apr
Underdogs
Toulon will love their crack at Leinster in Dublin semi-final
15 Apr
9
Succession
Munster looking into a new era without their tighthead stalwarts
John Ryan will follow Stephen Archer into retirement at the end of this season.
Murray Kinsella
14 Apr
9
Italian Job
Munster get welcome injury boost ahead of trip to face Benetton
14 Apr
20
Analysisplaymaker
Byrne delivers another assured showing in Leinster's 10 shirt
The 26-year-old is enjoying a strong season.
Murray Kinsella
13 Apr
11
This month
April 2026
big challenge
Montpellier trip is the biggest ask of Connacht's impressive run
11 Apr
5
AnalysisTit for tat
Leinster's attack mixes the slick with the sloppy against Edinburgh
There was some excellent work in transition from Leo Cullen’s side again.
Murray Kinsella
8 Apr
2
New Addition
Ulster sign Irish-qualified out-half Jamie Benson from Quins
8 Apr
26
onto the next
Connacht and Ulster keep their good times rolling in Challenge Cup
7 Apr
Sole Focus
'We still have an opportunity of a trophy' - Munster look to save season in URC
6 Apr
34
Regrets
Munster's shortcomings play into ruthless Exeter's hands
5 Apr
20
down and out
'If you’re down 31 points, it’s going to be hard to come back' - McMillan
4 Apr
29
campaign over
Munster crash out of Challenge Cup after Exeter's first-half blitz
Clayton McMillan’s men were taken apart by the Chiefs in the opening 40 minutes.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sandy Park
4 Apr
76
Leaders
'When you run out with Tadhg, it lifts everyone. He's world-class'
The Munster captain has been making turnovers since the beginning of his career.
Murray Kinsella
4 Apr
9
SUAF
'We've got some really good talent' - McMillan believes as Munster face Exeter
4 Apr
3
big job
'We've had a lot of interest' - McMillan's Munster seek attack coach
The Munster head coach doesn’t believe the financial challenges will hit his plans.
Murray Kinsella
3 Apr
22
Familiar faces
'I love it over in Exeter. I'm still in touch with a good few of the lads'
3 Apr
5
Team news
Beirne returns as skipper in much-changed Munster XV for Exeter
2 Apr
58
Last month
March 2026
Stand up and fight
The Challenge Cup is simply not where Munster want to be
The southern province have always had big ambitions to compete at the highest level.
Murray Kinsella
31 Mar
35
Update
Izuchukwu back but Ulster have out-half worries for Ospreys clash
31 Mar
5
Setback
Snyman's season over as Leinster confirm ACL rupture
31 Mar
26
routes
All roads lead to beautiful Bilbao for the Irish provinces
The Challenge Cup and Champions Cup knock-outs swing into life in the next fortnight.
Murray Kinsella
30 Mar
2
Changes
Munster add Kiwi scrum-half to squad ahead of Challenge Cup clash
30 Mar
16
IQ
'He definitely has an offer' - IRFU look to lure Aussie prop to Ireland
30 Mar
92
Combines
'There are athletes who have maybe missed that opportunity in rugby'
28 Mar
3
worries
Munster Rugby offers voluntary redundancies amid financial challenges
25 Mar
147
Analysisfront up rise up
Bundee's belligerence typifies Connacht's quality in Ulster
Stuart Lancaster’s men made 229 tackles in their impressive win over Ulster.
Murray Kinsella
23 Mar
21
On the Move
Ex-Munster man Ben Healy joins Newcastle on loan
23 Mar
20
trophy hunt
As dust settles on Six Nations, exciting times ahead for Irish provinces
18 Mar
9
reinforcements
Return of four Ireland internationals boosts Ulster for Connacht clash
18 Mar
2
On a Roll
'28 and the Rising Star, I'm getting slagged for it already!'
17 Mar
9
AnalysisRugby
How Ireland sealed the Triple Crown in style
Murray Kinsella analyses the tactical battle and key stats that underpinned Ireland’s brilliant Triple Crown victory against Scotland.
Murray Kinsella
17 Mar
15
Updates
Porter close to Leinster return but Connacht lose Gilbert to injury
16 Mar
8
faz
'I love this' - Farrell in a strong position for contract talks with IRFU
The Ireland head coach is happy about his team’s trajectory towards the 2027 World Cup.
16 Mar
21
on a high
Ireland denied the title but Farrell's men finish with complete display
France are Six Nations champions but Ireland earned their Triple Crown in style.
Murray Kinsella
15 Mar
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