Rugby
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January 2026
when it rains it pours
Aki's ban, Farrell's big call at 15, and Ireland's disruption
Andy Farrell has plenty to ponder after more setbacks ahead of the Six Nations.
Verdict
Connacht and Ireland's Bundee Aki banned for four games
The 35-year-old centre was dropped from Andy Farrell’s Six Nations squad today.
Setback
Aki dropped from Ireland's Six Nations squad due to disciplinary issue
The 35-year-old centre is not with Andy Farrell’s squad at their training camp in Portugal.
Challenge
'I can't wait to get into camp. I love my job' - Farrell looks to lift Ireland again
There are questions around his team but the Ireland head coach is relishing a new Six Nations campaign.
Back in Blue
Selfies and soundbites as returning Dupont is star attraction at Six Nations launch
The France captain was in high demand in Edinburgh.
PodcastRugby Weekly ExtraLeinster edge a bigtime occasion at Connacht, and Berch's picks in key Irish positional battles
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Update
Ireland add 20-year-old Connacht prop Billy Bohan to Six Nations squad after Jack Boyle setback
Rugby
Joshua Brennan - son of Trevor - called up to France squad ahead of Ireland Six Nations opener
Comeback
'A doctor said, 'What team would want a blind player?' That stuck with me'
Skerries RFC man Mark Mulcahy has a remarkable story of resilience.
cracker
Leinster spoil Connacht's party but major concerns over Boyle
The Dexcom Stadium was unveiled on a cracking occasion that ended in upset for the home side.
lock
Roscommon man Murray going places with Connacht and Ireland
The 24-year-old starts against Leinster today and will link up with Andy Farrell’s squad next week.
