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July 2026
Exit
'We are very disappointed to see James leave the Irish system'
9 Jul
9
performance director
IRFU's Humphreys on Munster, Randle and the 'Leinster tax'
The union’s performance director spoke about the project of improving Connacht, Ulster and Munster.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
9 Jul
17
Head Coach
'He'll be a candidate' - O'Gara in frame for Leinster job, says Humphreys
9 Jul
34
Irish Abroad
'People like Joe Schmidt and Andy Friend are so generous with their time'
8 Jul
2
AnalysisCONNECTION
What was going on in the Irish defence as the Wallabies cut loose?
The data underlines how uncharacteristically disconnected Ireland were.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
8 Jul
15
job
'I don't mind where I play. I'm pretty comfortable in any of them'
8 Jul
7
Stick or Twist?
Farrell's Ireland selection for Japan will be particularly interesting
8 Jul
5
GPs
Inside the prestigious Newington College, one of Sydney's top rugby schools
Director of rugby Ben Herring spent a year playing with Mullingar RFC before his professional career.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
7 Jul
3
front row union
'There's a reason they're here' - Illo and Bohan impressing Ireland
7 Jul
15
stones
'I was pretty calm' - Prendergast on his game-clinching conversion
7 Jul
2
Irish Abroad
The two Munster men playing in magnificent Manly in Sydney
Cian Hurley and Jack Stafford are part of the Shute Shield club.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
6 Jul
4
Talent
'We were blown away by him' - 20-year-old Billy Bohan's rapid rise
The Connacht loosehead prop is in line for his Ireland debut this weekend.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
6 Jul
5
New Era
Ireland's delight in Sydney as Nations Championship makes exciting start
The new second-tier Nations Cup also kicked off last weekend.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
6 Jul
1
Prop Stocks
Loughman ruled out of Japan game, with Bohan in line for Ireland debut
6 Jul
8
'We were about 50 points ahead when I scored my last try' - Clarkson
6 Jul
1
Selection
Baloucoune set to return for Japan clash as Farrell considers changes
6 Jul
8
AnalysisSwing
The resilient, incisive and fluid 5 minutes that won Ireland the game
Hugo Keenan’s try-saving tackle and Jamison Gibson Park’s try were pivotal against the Wallabies.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
5 Jul
12
brothers
'I'm delighted for Sam. Some set of stones on him to slot the kick'
5 Jul
1
Leader
'That was special' - Ireland skipper Sheehan revels in Wallabies win
4 Jul
Pride
'There were special moments like Hugo's try-saving tackle and Sam's calmness'
4 Jul
11
Drama
Farrell's Ireland grab dramatic win after wild battle with Wallabies
The Wallabies had a chance to win it with the very last kick of the game but missed.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Allianz Stadium, Sydney
4 Jul
71
Blow
O'Brien starts for Ireland as Baloucoune ruled out of Wallabies clash
4 Jul
10
Australia
Huge Irish crowd expected as Ireland target fast start against Wallabies
4 Jul
1
Full Circle
'I grew up in Ireland and Australia, but the green jersey is most important'
Tom O’Toole is back in the country where he spent 10 years of his youth.
Murray Kinsella
3 Jul
1
Letter from Australia
Ireland get Saturday night Aussie limelight amid staggering competition
3 Jul
3
Captain
'I got the call from Faz on day two of the URC celebrations'
3 Jul
3
brothers
Mullets, maul laws and a special trophy lift - Joe McCarthy's world
3 Jul
Character
This is what Andy Farrell had to say about James Lowe's exit
3 Jul
17
New Deal
'Family was the only thing... it was an absolute no-brainer' - Farrell
3 Jul
3
Say it Ain't Joe
'Leinster have my son working for them, I don't think they need the whole family'
2 Jul
5
left wing
Farrell asks Osborne to switch again as post-Lowe era begins
2 Jul
1
playmaker
'Sam has earned the right' - Farrell backs Prendergast at 10
2 Jul
24
Team news
Osborne starts on the left wing for Ireland against Australia
Sam and Cian Prendergast are both in the starting XV for the clash in Sydney.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
2 Jul
34
leftfield
Wallabies spring surprise with Campbell picked at 15 against Ireland
2 Jul
2
Friends
'It's definitely a bit quieter. You miss Big Jimmy around the place'
2 Jul
5
Irish Abroad
Inside the Sydney Swans' stunning HQ with Cobh man Shane Lehane
The Irishman is head of athletic performance for the leading Aussie Rules club.
Murray Kinsella
1 Jul
6
AnalysisFuture
Farrell's coaching team is settled but post-2027 will be interesting
1 Jul
4
Family
Hugo doing high-achieving Keenans proud as he returns for Ireland
1 Jul
3
Options
'It's very competitive' - Ireland get set to name first XV of tour
1 Jul
June
June 2026
Memories
'Sexton wanted me to enjoy it. I thought that was a quality moment'
The 42 catches up with ex-Connacht and Scotland out-half Dan Parks in Sydney.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sydney
30 Jun
2
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