President Michael D Higgins said the victory was an “outstanding and historic achievement”.

Aoibheann Reilly will make her Ireland 15s debut this weekend.

After making sense of what happened in Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations win over Italy, our panel are joined by the viral sensation to hear about his unheralded playing days.

Ulster defence coach Jared Payne believes ‘complete player’ James Hume is on the right track to more international recognition.

Zebo was a notable omission when a 50-man Ireland squad gathered last week.

The Ireland’s Call Initiative has raised just over €19,000 on GoFundMe.

Colin Bell has named his side for next month’s international friendly in Reggio Emilia.

Billy Scannell, Callum Reid, Ben Healy and Ronan Watters are hoping to win their first caps.

Joe Schmidt will unveil his squad for the Grand Slam defence tomorrow, but there is precious little room for new faces.

The full line up of 10 amateur dancers has been announced.

Cork City’s Conor McCormack believes there are League of Ireland players worthy of international recognition.

The Dubliner, who made his international debut against France on Monday, won’t be involved in the Hoops’ SSE Airtricity League Premier Division game tomorrow night.

How Pat Burke went from Tullamore to play with some of the biggest names in basketball.

He was rested in Connacht’s win, with Pat Lam doing ‘what’s best for Ireland, what’s best for Connacht and what’s best for Kieran Marmion.’

Trevor Ringland and Jim Glennon discuss what the anthem means to them.

The excellent Connacht hooker will qualify to play for Ireland next year.

Jersey on.

Munster man catches Joe Schmidt’s eye and earns call-up to Ireland training camp.

The GAA’s Rob Hennelly will also be a member of the new task force which is due to meet in November.

The Ireland assistant manager has been linked with a move to the KC Stadium.

The 27-year-old Dubliner trained with Joe Schmidt’s squad last month.

*holds miniature tricolour aloft*

The versatile back becomes eligible for Joe Schmidt’s side in 2017.

Saunders reign as Ireland captain was short-lived but eventful

Joe Kernan’s men won 56-52 against the visitors at Croke Park.

But is a Kit Kat really a biscuit we hear you cry…

The definitive results are in.

A Prime Special tonight looked at the issue of Irish Unity.

Tom has been to more matches than you, and PROUD OF IT.

Micheál Mac Donncha made the remarks on Facebook at the weekend.

The Villa boss said he had no idea if Roy Keane’s presence as Ireland’s assistant manager would have any impact on Grealish’s decision.

The Manchester United legend could have been one of the Boys in Green.

“I’m very happy with my decision. It means I can actually look forward to the Olympics now in a couple of years’ time.”

The Ireland assistant boss says Martin O’Neill isn’t closing the door on any player.

Even if you hate rugby, this will make you smile.

So, Gordon D’Arcy’s going to start against New Zealand then?

The IRFU have taken to playing music and anthems over the P.A system to drum up support.

The new coach’s tough decisions started today.