Ryan returns from concussion as McCarthy takes 'huge step up' for Leinster
The 21-year-old is highly rated by both Leinster and Ireland.
The 21-year-old is highly rated by both Leinster and Ireland.
Ryan Baird has unique athleticism and a unique view of his career in rugby.
The 26-year-old has only made one appearance for the southern province so far this season.
Jamison Gibson-Park retains his spot at scrum-half after impressing against Japan.
The 25-year-old Leinster and Ireland second row is aiming to push on as a player.
The second row started playing rugby in Brighton.
The ex-Ireland captain also believes Johnny Sexton should have been called up.
Wales lock Adam Beard has impressed since getting a late call-up to the Lions tour.
The 31-year-old will join from Grenoble this summer to replace Quinn Roux.
21-year-old Ryan Baird made his Ireland debut last weekend and looks set for further Six Nations involvement.
The Munster lock was superb as Ireland came up short against Wales last weekend.
The Munster lock has been in excellent form in recent months.
The 23-year-old was formerly part of the Ulster academy.
The 28-year-old second row has been in strong form for Ulster in recent seasons.
The Connacht lock is hopeful he has done enough to keep his place against England.
The Munster man showed he can win the gainline against France last weekend.
The Racing 92 second row had been cited for allegedly striking Wales’ Alun Wyn Jones.
Andy Friend has reshuffled his team for tomorrow’s visit to Edinburgh in the Pro14.
The 22-year-old Bantry man was quietly impressive alongside the Ireland international last weekend.
Stephen Larkham says the province won’t look for a short-term signing with Jean Kleyn also sidelined.
RG Snyman will remain an important part of South Africa’s plans moving forward.
21-year-old Ryan Baird will be hoping for opportunities when rugby gets back underway.
The 27-year-old has agreed to a two-year deal with Vannes.
Waterford native Thomas Ahern made a big impression for the Ireland U20s this year.
The 20-year-old second row has featured for Connacht in the Pro14 and Champions Cup.
Second row Aly Muldowney will retire from professional rugby this summer.
The 20-year-old Leinster second row possesses remarkable athleticism.
33-year-old Devin Toner was warmly received by Ireland fans on his return.
23-year-old James Ryan is already on his way to being an Ireland great.
The Irish second rows were superb as Joe Schmidt’s side bullied Scotland.
Joe Schmidt has pushed his Ireland squad hard at their training camp in Portugal.
The South African native will be eligible in time for the World Cup warm-up games.
26-year-old Jerry Sexton has earned a contract in the Pro14 with the Southern Kings.
Quinn Roux delivered a busy performance for Ireland in Edinburgh.
Ireland’s forwards were hammered in the tackle last weekend against England.
The Connacht second row is in line to start after Devin Toner was ruled out.
The 29-year-old second row has won 14 caps for Australia.
Joe Schmidt has to plot for England without Tadhg Beirne and Iain Henderson.
The 33-year-old has been a consistent and reliable performer for Munster for years.
Towering Connacht lock Gavin Thornbury has been involved in Ireland training under Joe Schmidt.