#Centre of attention
# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 20 November, 2019
Friend keen on new deal for Aki 'but that's a decision that rests with the IRFU'
The Connacht head coach hopes the Ireland centre will join Kieran Marmion by signing a new contract.
# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 25 September, 2019
Ireland's Chris Farrell reaping the rewards from his 'shot in the dark'
The Munster centre made his World Cup debut as a first-half substitute in Sunday’s victory over Scotland.
# centre-of-attention - Monday 9 September, 2019
O'Driscoll backs 'luxury' defensive option Henshaw to take Ireland 13 shirt
Henshaw and Aki look to have formed a cohesive partnership as the World Cup looms.
# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 4 September, 2019
Marchant handed first England start despite exclusion from World Cup squad
The Harlequins centre’s selection raises doubts about the fitness of Jonathan Joseph and Henry Slade.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 6 August, 2019
Farrell feeling at home as he bids to 'heap more pressure' on other centres
The Munster back wants to prove he is ready to play at a World Cup if called upon.
# centre-of-attention - Saturday 13 July, 2019
Pogba impresses as Man United seal pre-season win over Perth Glory
The wantaway midfielder assisted Marcus Rashford’s opening goal in Australia.
# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 16 January, 2019
'I'd like to think I'm ready for the next step but it's up to the coaches to decide'
Tom Farrell is hoping to receive his first Ireland call-up when Joe Schmidt reveals his squad for Ireland’s Grand Slam defence today.
# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 12 December, 2018
Van Graan confident Sam Arnold can continue solving 'puzzles' for Munster's midfield
Chris Farrell’s absence will give the 22-year-old another big stage to perform on this weekend.
# centre-of-attention - Friday 26 October, 2018
McCloskey double caps bonus point win for Ulster over Dragons
Will Addison was on form again to help Dan McFarland’s men grab their first five-point success of the season.
# centre-of-attention - Thursday 4 October, 2018
Henshaw ready and waiting for Munster after missing out on Galway return
The Leinster centre has made his seasonal reappearance in this fixture over the last two years, but now feels in better shape than ever.
# centre-of-attention - Saturday 4 August, 2018
Harlequins snap up New Zealand-born former NFL player
Paul Lasike was part of the USA side that pulled off a victory over Scotland in Texas in June.
# centre-of-attention - Thursday 17 May, 2018
Munster's settled centre could hold the key in Pro14 semi
Fatigue may or may not be a factor for Leinster, but they will be without key personnel in their defensive setup.
# centre-of-attention - Saturday 17 March, 2018
Mentor and apprentice: Ringrose relishing battle with former team-mate Te'o
The 23-year-old will be the centre of attention at Twickenham later as he hopes to help Ireland to a third ever Grand Slam success.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 6 March, 2018
'When Ringer was being compared to Drico, I remember saying ‘oh God, that poor young fella’'
Keith Earls knows the weight that comes with a 13 jersey for Ireland, but it has become easier to slip new talents into the outside centre channel.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 20 February, 2018
Fit-again Ringrose available for the Kings, but Leinster wait to hear Schmidt's call
The centre has been called into Ireland’s Six Nations squad, but it remains to be seen who he’ll line out for this weekend.
# centre-of-attention - Friday 16 February, 2018
Cullen backs Ringrose to slot back in for Wales as centre returns to full training
The 23-year-old could come back into contention for Ireland selection next week.
# centre-of-attention - Friday 15 December, 2017
'You have to take everything with a pinch of salt': Stockdale keen to give the hype a wide berth
Ulster take on Harlequins tonight and the 21-year-old is having to tolerate all eyes on him after a fine autumn.
# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 22 November, 2017
New Zealand sevens star in line for earlier-than-expected Connacht debut
Pita Ahki has impressed in training and could feature against Cardiff Blues on Friday.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 24 October, 2017
Reid working hard to tighten up Leinster's midfield channel after 53 missed tackles
Leinster have enjoyed a perfect start to their European campaign, but defensively they have been exposed by Montpellier and Glasgow.
# centre-of-attention - Friday 15 September, 2017
Taute and Farrell's muscular midfield partnership gives Munster an added dimension
The pair are named to start again in tomorrow’s Pro14 trip to Ospreys.
# centre-of-attention - Thursday 20 July, 2017
Farrell targets silverware as debut season with Munster looms
The former Ulster centre has joined the southern province after three seasons in France.
# centre-of-attention - Thursday 30 March, 2017
Leaving Munster would have brought Taute to tears
The South African centre is enjoying his spell with the southern province, which was due to end in December.
# centre-of-attention - Monday 9 January, 2017
'I just feel lucky really': Ringrose still pinching himself as Leinster's centre of attention
Another dazzling performance on Friday night earned the 21-year-old the man-of-the-match award but his feet remain firmly on the ground.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 1 November, 2016
Ireland's 2013 tormentor Crotty looking forward to clash with old pal Jared Payne
The All Black centre says he’s been apologising to Irish supporters everywhere since denying Joe Schmidt’s men victory in Dublin.
# centre-of-attention - Friday 30 September, 2016
Ben Te'o one of seven uncapped players included in England squad
Eddie Jones’ side are preparing for Tests against South Africa, Fiji, Argentina and Australia.
# centre-of-attention - Sunday 8 May, 2016
Bundee Aki voted Player of the Year in Connacht, Ben Te'o takes Leinster gong
Josh van der Flier and Sean O’Brien picked up the equivalent prize for young players in their respective provinces.
# centre-of-attention - Thursday 10 March, 2016
Joe Schmidt: 'We haven't trained with Jared at 15'
Simon Zebo was always the head coach’s front-runner to replace Rob Kearney.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 8 December, 2015
Ben Te'o: 'I'm really enjoying rugby union and I probably want to stick around'
However, that doesn’t necessarily mean the Kiwi will choose to extend his time in Leinster.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 13 October, 2015
Inside the highly unusual hotel at the centre of every Budget
Buswells Hotel is an integral part of Irish political life. So much so that until a few years ago the Dáil voting bell used to ring out in the bar.
# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 30 September, 2015
Options options everywhere, but who should play alongside Robbie Henshaw?
A bruised foot for Jared Payne may force Joe Schmidt to look to a new partner for the Connacht star this weekend.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 29 September, 2015
Payne criticism 'not based on fact, I thought it was one of Jared's best games' -- Cave
Darren Cave won’t be joining the chorus of criticism for his team-mate and centre rival.
# centre-of-attention - Monday 25 May, 2015
Under 20 star Ringrose digs in to make sure feet don't leave the ground
The centre is adept at dodging the weighty comparison to Blackrock and Ireland’s most famous 13.
# centre-of-attention - Saturday 21 March, 2015
'Does this look like a dying movement?' - Tens of thousands protest in Dublin
It’s the fourth major ‘day of action’ on water charges.
# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 10 March, 2015
Henshaw not done tapping D'Arcy for tips while taking every chance to build Payne partnership
Ireland’s new centre partnership will sample the delights of the Millennium Stadium for the first time this weekend.
# centre-of-attention - Sunday 9 November, 2014
'I love a big hit': Henshaw more than comfortable in centre of the Test arena
The Connacht man had a little help from Gordon D’Arcy to prepare for his biggest Test to date.
# centre-of-attention - Thursday 6 November, 2014
Henshaw and Payne both start in midfield for Ireland's clash with the Boks
Mike Ross is fit to take his place at tighthead prop, as Simon Zebo gets the nod on the left wing.
# centre-of-attention - Monday 3 November, 2014
One World Trade Centre's first tenants are moving in today
Publishing giant Conde Nast will move 170 staff into “America’s most secure office” today.
# centre-of-attention - Friday 31 October, 2014
Henshaw taking centre stage as Kearney feels his way back to fitness
The Connacht man partnered Gordon D’Arcy in the centre at today’s open training session at the Aviva.
# centre-of-attention - Thursday 16 October, 2014
Bowe setting new PBs, but won't be turned into a centre any time soon
The wing stay the wing.
# centre-of-attention - Sunday 12 October, 2014
Doak delights in negating Glasgow as McCloskey provides heart of defensive effort
Ulster’s new head coach was behind Glasgow’s first loss of the season.