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# Josh Van der Flier

Last week
12th March 2023 - 18th March 2023
# that winning feeling
'It's an unbelievable feeling, just so much pride to play for this country'
Ireland’s Josh van der Flier and Mack Hansen reflect on a special day at Aviva Stadium.
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Sat 9:09 PM
# jvdf
'They've taken me training since I was five... it’s nice to have them there'
World Rugby player of the year Josh van der Flier makes his team-mates look good.
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# Milestone
'He's goal-kicking this weekend' - Van der Flier set to hit 50 mark
The Ireland flanker made his debut against England back in 2016.
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Mar 17th 2023, 6:30 AM
# Darts
'When I was in the academy, I was given out to for doing hooker throws'
Josh van der Flier took on lineout throwing duties with aplomb in Murrayfield yesterday.
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Mar 13th 2023, 6:00 AM
This year
2023
# Work to do
'We need to improve all the time' - Scrum and maul high on Leinster's agenda
The province are unbeaten this season but have had issues around the setpiece.
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Jan 23rd 2023, 7:15 AM
Last year
2022
# book extract
'I bring my passion for sport and connect that with my passion for God'
In this book extract, Irish rugby star Josh Van Der Flier talks about faith and sport.
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Dec 29th 2022, 5:00 PM
# Analysis
Mr Reliable: Why Josh van der Flier won World Player of the Year
Ciarán Kennedy breaks down some of Van der Flier’s standout moments in green this year.
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Nov 25th 2022, 3:00 PM
# proud province
'He's taken it to the next level' - Leinster praise for world's best JVDF
Luke McGrath, Scott Penny and Robin McBryde wax lyrical about Josh van der Flier.
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Nov 22nd 2022, 6:30 AM
# POTY
'Two years ago, I wasn't getting picked for some Irish games' - World POTY van der Flier
Josh van der Flier is now the World Rugby men’s player of the year.
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Nov 21st 2022, 8:20 AM
# passing it on
World Player of the Year nominee Josh van der Flier continues to grow as a leader for Ireland
The flanker says he has become increasingly focused on trying to help players around him improve.
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Nov 16th 2022, 7:00 PM
# Injuries
Henshaw and Carbery ruled out of Ireland's clash with Wallabies
Johnny Sexton, James Ryan, Andrew Porter, Josh van der Flier, and Hugo Keenan hope to return.
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Nov 14th 2022, 3:04 PM
# jvdf
'If you're at the top, everyone wants to knock you down' - Van der Flier
Josh van der Flier was named the Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland men’s player of the year.
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Oct 27th 2022, 6:00 AM
# big game player
Tadhg Beirne went to a phenomenal place to help Ireland seal the series
The Munster man delivered some massive moments in the endgame.
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Jul 16th 2022, 11:42 AM
# Take a Bow
Leinster's Josh van der Flier wins European rugby player of the year award
The Ireland back-row forward follows in the footsteps of Sean O’Brien (2011) and Rob Kearney (2012).
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May 28th 2022, 11:37 PM
# standouts
Leinster trio make shortlist for European player of the year
Grégory Alldritt and Antoine Dupont have also been nominated.
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May 17th 2022, 3:00 PM
# contact skills
'He has been brilliant' - VDF hails the impact of Denis Leamy in Leinster
The former Munster man became Leinster’s contact skills coach last summer.
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Apr 14th 2022, 6:00 AM
# Work to do
'We needed to be a lot more clinical' - Van der Flier acknowledges room for improvement
Ireland looked off-colour despite running up a big score against 13-man Italy.
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Feb 27th 2022, 8:00 PM
# Boost
Josh van der Flier signs new contract with Leinster
It was announced earlier today that both Ed Byrne and Ciarán Frawley were also extending their stays.
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Feb 17th 2022, 6:32 PM
# Chip off the old block
'My grandfather used to cycle from Waterford to Kilkenny to play rugby - it is in the blood'
Josh van der Flier’s work ethic is renowned across the rugby world – but given his background, no one should be surprised.
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Feb 4th 2022, 6:55 AM
# Ban
Dakuwaqa gets three-week suspension for his reckless tackle on Van der Flier
The Fijian was sent off in Montpellier’s 89-7 drubbing to Leinster.
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Jan 20th 2022, 1:19 PM
# workrate
Van der Flier continues to shine in Leinster's all-action back row
The flanker had a typically productive outing against Montpellier on Sunday.
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Jan 18th 2022, 8:47 AM
All time
# levelling up
How Josh van der Flier became a more explosive ball-carrier
The Leinster flanker has worked hard on improving his carrying game.
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Dec 8th 2021, 7:30 AM
# back row
Doris and van der Flier complete outstanding autumn series for Ireland
Meanwhile, Andy Farrell was pleased with Joey Carbery’s impact.
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Nov 22nd 2021, 6:00 AM
# Analysis
Lowe's tackle, Ringrose and Conway's save, and Gibson-Park's rescues
Some of Ireland’s big defensive plays against the All Blacks will live long in the memory.
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Nov 15th 2021, 7:59 PM
# dynamic
Hard work paying off as Josh van der Flier grows as an attacking option
The flanker says Ireland will look to play with the same attacking intent on display against Japan when New Zealand visit Dublin this weekend.
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Nov 8th 2021, 7:00 AM
The making of Josh van der Flier, the newest member of Leinster's 100 club
The flanker is set to win his 100th cap for the province when they play the Dragons on Sunday.
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Oct 2nd 2021, 7:00 AM
# VDF
'He was exceptionally good and picked up where he left off'
Josh van der Flier was named player of the week on The42 Rugby Weekly Extra podcast.
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Sep 27th 2021, 7:00 PM
# putting in the work
'I'm definitely aware that I need to take every chance I get' - Van der Flier
The Ireland flanker has made an effort to improve his ball carrying threat.
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Jul 8th 2021, 7:00 AM
# Impact
Van der Flier outstanding for Ireland after missing out on Lions call-up
Ireland boss Andy Farrell praised the openside’s contribution against Japan.
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Jul 4th 2021, 7:30 AM
# Victory
'Shizuoka was a bit of a motivation for us' - Ryan's delight at Ireland win
Josh van der Flier was named man of the match in Dublin.
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Jul 3rd 2021, 3:38 PM
# doubt
Warburton: Injury struggles could hurt Sexton's Lions chances
The two-time Lions captain thinks a spot in the starting team may be too big an ask for the out-half.
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Apr 22nd 2021, 7:00 AM
# Awards
Leinster quartet nominated for European Player of the Year
Robbie Henshaw, Tadhg Furlong, Josh van der Flier and Hugo Keenan make the 15-strong list.
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Apr 14th 2021, 5:09 PM
# form
Has Josh van der Flier played himself into the Lions conversation?
The Leinster openside’s form was discussed on today’s episode of The42 Rugby Weekly Extra.
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Apr 12th 2021, 3:36 PM
# Impact
Lancaster and POC encourage Van der Flier's ball-carrying progress
The Leinster flanker will hope to show his quality against Toulon tomorrow.
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Apr 1st 2021, 8:32 AM
# the next step
Ireland's win was impressive but they need to back it up to leave a legacy
Great teams are defined by championships not one-off victories.
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Mar 22nd 2021, 6:45 AM
# toto
'In France they say: 'Il pue le rugby'... Dupont stinks of rugby'
Ireland are coming up against arguably the world’s form player in Antoine Dupont on Sunday.
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Feb 13th 2021, 10:00 AM
# stepping up
'Every time I go out I have something to prove' - Van der Flier making most of latest opportunity
The flanker also discussed the need for accuracy at the breakdown following Peter O’Mahony’s red card against Wales.
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Feb 11th 2021, 6:30 AM
# Time to shine
'There’s a hunger there' - Farrell confident Ireland can make progress in Six Nations
The Ireland head coach has also backed Josh van der Flier to step up in the absence of Caelan Doris.
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Feb 6th 2021, 7:00 AM
# back row
Van der Flier set to start for Ireland in Six Nations clash with Wales
The 27-year-old is set to team up with CJ Stander and Peter O’Mahony.
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Feb 4th 2021, 9:55 PM
# appreciation
Recalling schooldays admiring Kearney's prowess, and 'frustrating' Leinster selection battles
Josh van der Flier pays tribute to Rob Kearney as he prepares to join Australian side Western Force.
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Sep 29th 2020, 10:54 PM
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