# Team-sheets

Ulster make 6 changes with Ireland internationals away in Portugal camp

The Scarlets visit Kingspan Stadium in Belfast tomorrow night.

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Jan 27th 2022, 12:21 PM

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# playmakers

Russell and Ntamack return for Six Nations finale

The Six Nations will finally be decided by Friday night’s postponed game.

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Mar 24th 2021, 1:51 PM

Munster and Leinster name locked-and-loaded teams for Thomond Park clash

Both provinces have impressive matchday 23s for the Guinness Pro14 meeting.

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Jan 22nd 2021, 12:12 PM

Ulster speedster Sexton in line for debut in Edinburgh

John Cooney and Ian Madigan fill the half-back roles in Murrayfield.

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Nov 29th 2020, 1:04 PM

Rob Kearney at 15 for Leinster as Madigan starts for Ulster

Both sides are qualified for the Pro14 semi-finals, but the players involved will be keen to stake a claim.

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Aug 28th 2020, 12:21 PM

Leinster and Munster name locked-and-loaded teams for tomorrow

Ireland internationals, Springboks, and promising young players will all feature in Dublin.

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Aug 21st 2020, 12:07 PM

Cruden on the bench as Chiefs and Highlanders name a debutant each

Warren Gatland and Aaron Mauger have named their teams for the return of rugby union.

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Jun 11th 2020, 10:42 AM

# winter-pros

O'Connor brothers fill Ulster's second row for RDS clash with Leinster

Alan will make his 100th appearance for his adopted province while younger brother David earns his first start.

10.5k

Dec 19th 2019, 12:16 PM

7s Olympian Porch given first start as Connacht travel to take on Dragons

The Australian is included ahead of Stephen Fitzgerald in the only change to the side who beat Benetton last time out.

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Oct 10th 2019, 12:20 PM

# plenty in reserve

Mako back in Jones' squad as Pumas prepare for war with 'boring' England

“We believe our scrum can be a real weapon,” says Eddie Jones, “so hang on to your seats!”

6.5k

Oct 3rd 2019, 9:49 AM

# Pool D

AWJ reaches record caps haul as Cheika changes his playmakers

The brilliant second row eclipses Gethin Jenkins record as he prepares to run out for a 130th international appearance.

10.5k

Sep 27th 2019, 9:33 AM

# RWC2019

Ntamack and Dupont start as France opt for youth against Argentina

Stade Francais out-half Nicolas Sanchez starts for the Pumas in Tokyo.

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Sep 19th 2019, 3:01 PM

# RWC2019

Erasmus names unchanged Springbok side to take on New Zealand in World Cup opener

Pool B begins with an absolute blockbuster.

9.2k

Sep 18th 2019, 7:56 AM

Molony captains Leinster while Penny makes return from injury

Penny has recovered from a shoulder operation.

10.9k

Sep 11th 2019, 12:56 PM

Irish provinces name teams for second round of Celtic Cup action

A host of academy and Ireland U20 stars will be on show across the weekend.

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Aug 30th 2019, 3:37 PM

# Super 8s

James Horan rings the changes for Mayo's battle Royal

The Connacht side have shown their cards ahead of Sunday’s clash.

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Jul 19th 2019, 10:23 PM

Clarke in attack for Armagh as 4 debutants named while Cavan bring in two newcomers

Armagh play Down on Sunday while Cavan take on Monaghan tomorrow.

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May 17th 2019, 2:13 PM

# Inter-pro

Sexton on the bench as Van der Flier returns for Leinster v Munster

Rob Kearney and Sean O’Brien will not be involved against Munster.

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May 17th 2019, 12:10 PM

# Starting XVs

Leinster and Munster name 'A' teams for Stateside Cara Cup game

The provinces face each other in Massachusetts tonight.

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Apr 10th 2019, 6:32 PM

# starting XV

Robb returns, Fitzgerald brothers start for Connacht in Glasgow

Conor Fitzgerald starts at out-half alongside the 150-cap Kieran Marmion.

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Feb 21st 2019, 1:00 PM

O'Mahony leads international contingent bolstering Munster for Edinburgh clash

The southern province meet Richard Cockerill’s side in Cork tomorrow.

10.0k

Nov 29th 2018, 12:00 PM

7s flyer Baloucoune to make Ulster debut at home to Dragons

Dan McFarland has been able to recall Henry Speight to Ulster’s back-line after the Wallaby was sidelined with a knee injury.

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Oct 25th 2018, 12:58 PM

Marmion back from injury as fully-loaded Connacht go to Ospreys

The scrum-half has shaken off an ankle injury for the crucial Conference A clash.

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Oct 25th 2018, 12:39 PM

19-year-old Kernohan starts as 5-day turnaround brings 6 changes for Ulster against Cheetahs

The academy prospect scored his first senior try last weekend.

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Sep 20th 2018, 12:17 PM

Leinster and Munster name teams for winner-takes-all inter-pro showdown

The provinces go head-to-head at Donnybrook on Saturday evening for the 2018 title.

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Sep 13th 2018, 4:05 PM

# teams are in

Last four! Slight changes across the board as All-Ireland semi-finalists name sides

Holders Dublin face Galway while Donegal and Cork go head-to-head for coveted All-Ireland senior final spots.

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Aug 24th 2018, 12:22 PM

# defensive boost

Two changes to Kerry team for All-Ireland junior final as they bid for four in-a-row

The Kingdom face Galway in Ennis tomorrow afternoon.

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Jul 20th 2018, 10:56 AM

Derek McGrath drafts in Gleeson and Mahony for crunch Tipp showdown

And Bubbles gets the nod from Michael Ryan.

13.0k

Jun 1st 2018, 9:36 PM

Clare and Cork unveil teams for hotly anticipated Munster hurling opener

Páirc Uí Chaoimh plays host to the clash between the Banner and the Rebels this Sunday.

19.6k

May 18th 2018, 8:29 PM

Tadhg Beirne back at lock as Scarlets lay title on the line in Glasgow

A clash between two of the last three champions makes for a mouthwatering Friday night semi-final.

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May 17th 2018, 12:51 PM

# Champions Cup

Donnacha Ryan at the heart of Racing side showing just one enforced change from win over Munster

The Paris club have again opted to keep Dan Carter in reserve when they take on Leinster.

7.9k

May 11th 2018, 12:41 PM

Zebo at fullback for Thomond Park farewell against Edinburgh

Johann van Graan has handed the reins to JJ Hanrahan for the visit of an in-form Edinburgh side.

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May 4th 2018, 12:22 PM

# Back on the Horse

Arnold only man retained as Munster rest front-liners for Ulster clash

All but six members of Munster’s matchday squad in Bordeaux will rest up this weekend.

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Apr 27th 2018, 12:20 PM

# Champions Cup

Henshaw returns as Leinster go with JGP over Lowe for semi-final clash with Scarlets

Cullen and Lancaster have picked Scott Fardy and Jamison Gibson-Park as their two permitted ‘non-Europeans’.

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Apr 20th 2018, 12:09 PM

# staying sharp

No rest required for Furlong and Healy as they lead Leinster into Zebre clash

On the bench, the son of former Ireland and Lions centre Brendan Mullin is in line to make his provincial debut.

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Apr 6th 2018, 12:22 PM

Sean O'Brien to 8 as McKeon returns for Connacht's clash with in-form Edinburgh

Richard Cockerill’s men come to Galway looking to extend their five-match winning run in the Pro14.

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Mar 22nd 2018, 12:37 PM

# starting XV

Henderson at lock as Ulster grit their teeth for make-or-break clash with La Rochelle

Wiehahn Herbst was a late withdrawal from the squad, so Ross Kane has been drafted in from A duty to take a place among the replacements.

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Jan 12th 2018, 12:13 PM

Chris Farrell heads list of returning stars for Munster as Connacht rest Aki and Dillane

For the first time this season, Munster will play without Billy Holland.

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Jan 5th 2018, 12:29 PM