# November internationals

This year

2023

# findings

Seven out of 10 rugby fans would not support Aviva alcohol ban, according to research

The research was carried out during two of Ireland’s November internationals.

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# test review

November Report Card: How the world's top 10 are shaping up for Japan 2019

We take a closer look at how the runners and riders fared 10 months out from the World Cup.

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Nov 27th 2018, 5:09 PM

# Magnifique

Brilliant scenes in Paris as sublime Fiji earn historic win over France

The Stade de France was left stunned.

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Nov 24th 2018, 10:33 PM

# On a Roll

Jenkins guides Wales past Springboks to extend winning streak

Warren Gatland’s side completed a November clean-sweep in Cardiff.

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Nov 24th 2018, 7:53 PM

# Report

Spirited Ireland test England but run out of steam at Twickenham

Adam Griggs’ side scored three tries but suffered a 37-15 defeat in their second November international.

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Nov 24th 2018, 7:48 PM

# November Tests

Eddie Jones' England end the year on a high with win over Wallabies

Owen Farrell scored 22 points at Twickenham.

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Nov 24th 2018, 5:32 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Ireland v USA, November Tests

Joe Schmidt’s side were bidding to end a momentous year with one final victory.

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Nov 24th 2018, 5:30 PM

# November Tests

Laidlaw's boot and Maitland try help Scotland to season-ending Pumas win

It was one for the purists at a wet Murrayfield.

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Nov 24th 2018, 4:39 PM

# route 66

10-try All Blacks rebound from Dublin defeat by cutting loose against Italy

The world champions hammered Conor O’Shea’s Azzurri in Rome, with Jordie Barrett scoring four tries.

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Nov 24th 2018, 4:12 PM

# back in the mix

'I was carrying all this excess weight and was quite lethargic in stuff I was doing'

After falling out of Joe Schmidt’s plans, Finlay Bealham had a hard look at himself in the mirror and has returned fitter and leaner.

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Nov 23rd 2018, 8:25 AM

# Stay or Go?

Emotional Schmidt prepares to make decision on Ireland future with his family

‘It is tough for me, to be honest. I cannot believe the support we have had here as a family.’

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Nov 23rd 2018, 1:01 AM

# starting roster

Exiles Mullen and Quill named in USA team for Aviva Test

Gary Gold has also included former Blackrock hooker Dylan Fawsitt on his bench.

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Nov 22nd 2018, 3:48 PM

# Mix it up

Ringrose retained as Schmidt makes wholesale changes for final November Test

A number of players have a chance to stake their claim in Saturday’s clash against USA.

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Nov 22nd 2018, 2:05 PM

# November internationals

Hartley dropped by England but Tuilagi named on the bench for Wallabies Test

Eddie Jones has announced his starting XV for Saturday’s game against Australia at Twickenham.

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Nov 22nd 2018, 1:21 PM

# Back in black

All Blacks make 11 changes for final November Test against Italy

Ardie Savea, Kieran Read, Beauden Barrett, and Damien McKenzie are the only players to keep their places.

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Nov 22nd 2018, 9:32 AM

# Team news

Griggs makes six changes for Ireland's trip to face England at Twickenham

Captain Ciara Griffin has been ruled out of Saturday’s November international through injury.

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Nov 21st 2018, 1:55 PM

# new heights

Schmidt's Ireland hit highest-ever World Rugby ranking points total

They’re just 1.37 ranking points behind the All Blacks.

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Nov 19th 2018, 7:05 PM

# TV Ratings

Over 1 million people watched the nail-biting conclusion of Ireland's All Blacks win

It was the second most-watched sports broadcast on RTÉ this year.

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Nov 19th 2018, 3:11 PM

# World Class

'He's always there to carry, always there to tackle': James Ryan continues to soar

Rory Best and Devin Toner are no longer surprised by what the 22-year-old produces on the big stage.

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Nov 19th 2018, 11:45 AM

# Long Time Coming

France claim first win in nine months by beating Argentina in Lille

Teddy Thomas crossed twice as the hosts secured an important victory.

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Nov 17th 2018, 11:01 PM

# talisman

Pollard stars as South Africa down Scotland at Murrayfield

The 24-year-old kicked 13 points and notched a try during Saturday’s game.

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Nov 17th 2018, 8:05 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Ireland v New Zealand, November Tests

We went minute-by-minute as Joe Schmidt’s Ireland bid to record a famous first home win over the All Blacks.

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Nov 17th 2018, 8:00 PM

# November internationals

Eddie Jones glad as 'seduced' England recover to beat Japan

Jones’ side trailed 15-10 at the break but managed to turn things around after the restart.

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Nov 17th 2018, 7:40 PM

# response

'When we play like that and we are not rewarded, I'm angry': O'Shea fumes at disallowed Italy try

Tito Tebaldi’s first-half try was ruled out as Italy came up short against Australia.

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Nov 17th 2018, 7:10 PM

# Close Call

Fiji-born Cokanasiga scores debut Test try as second-half surge sees England overcome Japan

England were 15-10 down at half-time and a shock looked to be on the cards.

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Nov 17th 2018, 5:29 PM

# Try-fest

Wales score 50 unanswered second-half points to put Tonga to the sword

That’s now eight straight wins for Warren Gatland’s side.

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Nov 17th 2018, 4:31 PM

# November Tests

Koroibete's double downs Italy as Wallabies get back to winning ways

Conor O’Shea’s Italy struggled to contain the visitors in Padova.

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Nov 17th 2018, 4:16 PM

# Showtime

Poll: Who do you think will win tonight's Ireland-New Zealand Test match?

Can Ireland repeat their heroics from 2016?

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Nov 17th 2018, 7:00 AM

# bundee ball

'I know he can’t wait to get out there and have a shot at these guys'

Kieran Marmion knows his room-mate and Connacht team-mate Bundee Aki will relish the challenge of the All Blacks on Saturday.

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Nov 16th 2018, 6:00 AM

# no ordinary joey

Carbery ready and waiting in the wings

The out-half is prepared to slot in and execute his job against the All Blacks whatever the situation demands.

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Nov 15th 2018, 7:10 PM

# man management

No concern over Leavy despite flanker missing training with 'full body soreness'

The Leinster back row will train at tomorrow’s captain’s run as Ireland manage his workload.

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Nov 15th 2018, 3:39 PM

# big calls

Schmidt's late decisions, Toner restored and more Ireland team talking points

The head coach has reverted to the tried and trusted for the All Blacks clash.

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Nov 15th 2018, 2:51 PM

# starting XV

Kearney and Ringrose return, Toner starts as Schmidt names team for All Blacks

The Ireland head coach has made four changes for Saturday’s much anticipated meeting with the world champions.

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Nov 15th 2018, 1:50 PM

# Mixed memories

'It was a stupid thing, a rush of blood to the head really. I was so riled up'

From the low of being sent off in New Plymouth, to the career-high of Chicago in 2016, Jamie Heaslip has mixed memories of playing the All Blacks.

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Nov 15th 2018, 10:23 AM

# focused on the job

'If you are too emotional, you'll miss a beat and against these guys it's seven points'

Peter O’Mahony is awaiting his first win over the All Blacks, but a personal agenda is not driving the Munster captain this week.

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Nov 14th 2018, 12:15 AM

# just another game

Going home to be a father keeps All Black challenge in perspective for Earls

The 31-year-old is set to face New Zealand for the fifth time on Saturday.

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Nov 13th 2018, 5:27 PM

# the ultimate test

Sexton: 'Every chance you get to play the All Blacks is a very special thing'

The out-half will face the world champions for the 12th time on Saturday, and is determined to help drive Ireland to new heights.

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Nov 13th 2018, 7:00 AM

# Man in the Middle

'We’ve been penalised a lot by him so need to be wary of our discipline'

Wayne Barnes is the man in the middle for Saturday’s Test against the All Blacks.

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Nov 13th 2018, 1:01 AM

# one versus two

'You can't lie about it and say it's just another game': Sexton eyes more history

The out-half knows what it takes to beat the All Blacks, and wants this Ireland team to seize their moment on Saturday.

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Nov 12th 2018, 5:01 PM

# Move On

Sexton backs 'smart' call to plan for All Blacks showdown without Murray

The out-half says playing alongside Kieran Marmion or Luke McGrath won’t alter the way Ireland play.

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Nov 12th 2018, 3:14 PM