The 31-year-old Connacht man gets his first Six Nations start for Ireland on Saturday.

Andy Farrell’s squad to tour New Zealand includes five uncapped players, while Connacht senior coach Pete Wilkins will also join the travelling party.

The province have been hit hard by injuries but can still trouble the Chiefs at Sandy Park today.

The Munster player will start at out-half against Argentina on Sunday.

Katie McCabe on Clare Shine’s return to the Ireland squad, and life at Arsenal.

The Ireland head coach has also backed Josh van der Flier to step up in the absence of Caelan Doris.

The Corkman needs a loan move away from Liverpool to accumulate experience, says Andy Lonergan.

Diane Caldwell will again lead the Girls In Green’s defence against Montenegro this afternoon.

Clare Shine has starred for Glasgow City in her second coming.

Clare Shine was instrumental for the Scottish kingpins last night.

The Spaniard believes the conditions are perfect for his former Chelsea team-mate to succeed in Madrid.

Clare Shine has re-signed for Glasgow City FC.

‘It’s a massive opportunity for me. Everyone has a point to prove whenever you pull on a green jersey, none more so than myself.’

The Leinster centre wants to break back into Joe Schmidt’s plans and needs to make a fast start to the new season.

The winger is set to be involved in the Pro14 inter-pro tomorrow.

He’ll captain the Barbarians in Sydney next month.

McCarthy will turn 27 next month, but his future for both club and country is at a vague and insecure point.

Clare Shine on her move back to Cork City FC from Glasgow, the Ireland WNT and her career-threatening injuries.

Clare Shine makes the move back to the Women’s National League from Glasgow City FC.

The Bournemouth midfielder is attempting to play his way into Martin O’Neill’s first XI.

JJ Delaney expects a big performance from Galway.

Former minor captain “wasn’t fit enough” for 2015 league panel, manager Anthony Cunningham said.

We can’t wait to see this sextet in action

The striker is relishing the chance to prove himself with a regular run in the Lilywhites team — starting at home to Longford Town tonight.

Expect this lot to make their fair share of headlines over the next 12 months.

After a nervous wait for squad selection, the Ulsterman is ready to get down to business.

McGahan names full-strength squad for Saturday’s semi-final against Ospreys.

Three-time Augusta champion reckons the young Ulsterman could spring a surprise.