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19th October 2026
AnalysisClass
Majestic effort from Prendergast and JOB tops Leinster's 7-try haul
The forwards will take pride in delivering a scrum penalty try in Clermont-Ferrand.
Murray Kinsella
14 hrs ago
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Naming
Munster hope to see Brian Gleeson getting Ireland's call
19 Oct
27
Challenge
'It's an international side' - Munster turn focus to Leinster clash in Dublin
19 Oct
8
This week
18th October 2026 - 20th October 2026
Analysispromise
Exciting O'Shea and Munster's young guns have their say
18 Oct
39
Last week
11th October 2026 - 17th October 2026
Axel
'10 years on and to still be in that circle, it was very emotional'
17 Oct
8
Tense
Casey seals hard-fought win for Munster over Racing in Cork
Clayton McMillan’s got up and running with a victory at Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Páirc Uí Chaoimh
17 Oct
40
ExclusiveBOD
'I had a Munster jersey when I was growing up, and it would annoy my mum'
21-year-old scrum-half Ben O’Donovan has proven to be a shrewd signing for Munster.
Murray Kinsella
17 Oct
8
SUAF
Munster must build on optimism and honour Axel at the Páirc
17 Oct
Team news
20-year-old O'Shea starts at 10 for Munster against Racing
16 Oct
12
fast start
Munster determined to muscle back into Champions Cup knock-outs
16 Oct
12
Contract
'I have a clause' - Evergreen Munster skipper Beirne still rolling strongly
15 Oct
7
10 years on
Munster eager to honour Axel on another night at the Páirc
14 Oct
43
Update
20,000 tickets sold for Munster's clash in Cork, while Edogbo returns to training
13 Oct
22
Analysisheavy duty
Warlike hooker Van der Merwe makes potent start for Munster
The Springboks international has shown his power and edge early on this season.
Murray Kinsella
12 Oct
13
understanding
Leinster aim for cohesion ahead of visit to the 'cauldron' in Clermont
12 Oct
1
In form
Prendergast starts strongly as he pushes on from 'mixed bag' season
12 Oct
25
AnalysisKeep it clean
The two dangerous tackles World Rugby is clamping down on
Discussions about a lower tackle height in professional rugby have also continued.
11 Oct
13
This month
October 2026
home comforts
'It's amazing we've sold out today, we'd love that to be the norm now'
10 Oct
5
Up and Running
Leinster have a happy return to Laya Arena as Prendergast shines
The Ireland out-half was at the heart of a bonus-point win over Cardiff.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Laya Arena
10 Oct
33
At long last
Leinster's delight to return home to Laya Arena as Cardiff visit Dublin
10 Oct
3
Kindred Spirits
It's a thrilling Connacht backline, but they must improve up front in Glasgow
9 Oct
4
Analysisgood fit
CEO appointment looks like a step in the right direction for Munster
8 Oct
13
Incoming
'I've connected with Peter O'Mahony... I've spoken to Tadhg Beirne'
8 Oct
12
Young Guns
'Josh Ericson has been impressive... Todd Lawlor is very exciting'
7 Oct
6
hot shots
Exciting young talent and Leinster's 4/4 bench add intrigue to Sharks clash
3 Oct
25
AnalysisDeparture
Flanagan's Munster exit is no shock. Next CEO appointment is crucial
The Cork man will leave at the end of this month following a tumultuous period.
Murray Kinsella
1 Oct
31
Last month
September 2026
AnalysisMack Is Back
Farrell will be excited to welcome Hansen into Ireland's back three
The 28-year-old was on the left wing for Connacht against the Stormers.
Murray Kinsella
30 Sep
3
July
July 2026
AnalysisBack to Work
A huge World Cup season is already underway for Irish rugby
The provincial pre-season work started before Ireland’s last game in Auckland.
Murray Kinsella
25 Jul
18
AnalysisSloppy
What hurt Ireland most was how their errors played into All Blacks' hands
Andy Farrell’s men were inaccurate with the ball at Eden Park last weekend.
Murray Kinsella
23 Jul
14
outstanding
The 42's dream XV from the opening Nations Championship window
22 Jul
11
State of Play
Exciting rugby means Nations Championship got off to a promising start
There were tries aplenty, with New Zealand, South Africa and France setting the pace.
Murray Kinsella
21 Jul
23
In the clear
All Blacks back row Jacobson avoids citing after Ireland game
21 Jul
46
lock
'We're not at the level we want to be. We've all got to get better'
21 Jul
11
Unfazed
Conan: 'The occasion and all that is bulls**t really'
20 Jul
7
future view
Farrell optimistic in believing Ireland can be the best team in the world
20 Jul
20
Ka kite anō
Four years on, Ireland leave New Zealand with a different feeling
Andy Farrell’s men were ranked number one in the world at this stage in 2022.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Auckland
19 Jul
31
Big Joe
McCarthy's excellent display a positive for Ireland in Auckland
19 Jul
1
Captain
'A bit too desperate' - Ireland skipper Sheehan frustrated at Eden Park
18 Jul
21
Reaction
Farrell rues 'uncharacteristic' Irish mistakes but skirts yellow card call
18 Jul
13
the fortress
Error-strewn Ireland come up well short as All Blacks win at Eden Park
The Kiwis had too much athleticism and skill for Andy Farrell’s visitors in Auckland.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Eden Park
18 Jul
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