Ireland huff and puff but it’s not enough as France winRónan Kelleher’s try gave home side hope but any title hopes are now dead in the waterSun Feb 14 2021 - 17:36
Six Nations: Wounded Ireland can deliver against FranceIt is sink or swim for Andy Farrell’s side - they can keep themselves afloat on SundaySat Feb 13 2021 - 06:00
Thriving Brennans a testament to model French underage systemDaniel, Josh and Bobby following in the footsteps of their dad – ex-Toulouse star TrevorSat Feb 13 2021 - 06:00
Billy Burns named at outhalf with Sexton and Murray ruled outJames Ryan also sidelined for Sunday’s game against France as Andy Farrell reveals teamFri Feb 12 2021 - 11:58
Ireland v France: Henderson set to replace Ryan with Ruddock to startRuddock to come in for first Six Nations start in place of suspended Peter O’MahonyThu Feb 11 2021 - 19:33
Johnny Sexton questions timing of intervention by French doctorsIreland outhalf’s former neurologist regrets talking of 30 concussions in initial interviewThu Feb 11 2021 - 06:00
Johnny Sexton ‘saddened and shocked’ over concussion comments from French medicsDr Jean-François Chermann expresses regret over comments about former patientWed Feb 10 2021 - 14:52
Rhys Ruddock in line for his first Six Nations start against FranceJack Conan called into squad as cover after Peter O’Mahony is given three-match banWed Feb 10 2021 - 06:00
Peter O’Mahony to miss Ireland’s next three games following red cardFlanker will only be eligible to return for closing encounter against England in DublinTue Feb 09 2021 - 18:57
Ireland expecting Sexton and Ryan to be fit to face FranceDefence coach Simon Easterby says the Irish management expect them to be availableTue Feb 09 2021 - 14:07
Gerry Thornley: France may learn it’s a bad week to run into this Ireland teamDespite the defeat to Wales there was much to admire in the Irish performance in CardiffTue Feb 09 2021 - 06:00
O’Gara advises Burns to dust himself down and get ready to go againLa Rochelle coach expects Sexton to be fit to face a France guided by dangerman DupontTue Feb 09 2021 - 01:30
Andy Farrell backs Ireland players to put things right against FranceHead coach believes set piece will be vital against French in Aviva clashTue Feb 09 2021 - 01:00
Ronan O’Gara: Ireland would have beaten Wales by 10 points with 15 playersLa Rochelle coach admits it is difficult to know how to tackle breakdown issuesMon Feb 08 2021 - 14:09
Peter O’Mahony likely to miss France and Italy games after sending-offSix Nations: Flanker facing disciplinary hearing over foul during defeat to WalesMon Feb 08 2021 - 06:00
Six Nations: 14-man Ireland’s goose is cooked in CardiffAfter losing half-time lead, last hope shattered as Billy Burns penalty misses touchMon Feb 08 2021 - 01:00
Ireland fall short against Wales after Peter O’Mahony’s red cardVisitors left with a mountain to climb as Six Nations campaign starts with bruising lossSun Feb 07 2021 - 18:09
Ireland’s outhalf succession plan: Who will take Johnny Sexton’s place?Issues including injuries, exile and lack of experience could leave Ireland wantingSat Feb 06 2021 - 06:45
Six Nations: Big moment for Ireland as they face battle-hardened Wales in openerFarrell sees performance as something to take pride in but says victory is ultimate goalSat Feb 06 2021 - 06:00
Justin Tipuric: The quiet Welsh backrow with Croatian rootsThe 31-year-old has become a key player for Wales but prefers to shirk the limelightFri Feb 05 2021 - 05:00
James Lowe and Hugo Keenan in line to start for Ireland against WalesBig issue is lack of game time as Ireland manager unveils his matchday 23 against WalesThu Feb 04 2021 - 21:30
Veteran Johnny Sexton still motivated by biggest challengesIreland captain and outhalf relishes the pressure of his 12th Six Nations campaignThu Feb 04 2021 - 05:45
Six Nations: England very short-priced favourites to retain their crownBookies rate France as second favourites to win with Ireland third most likely winnersThu Feb 04 2021 - 01:00
Josh Adams suspended by Wales for breaching Covid rulesWinger will miss the Six Nations clash with Ireland in Cardiff on Sunday afternoonWed Feb 03 2021 - 18:37
Six Nations: Johnny Sexton fit for Ireland’s clash with WalesOuthalf fully aware that Ireland go into Cardiff clash as the slight underdogsWed Feb 03 2021 - 17:45
Six Nations: Older, fitter, stronger, Matthieu Jalibert’s time has comeThree years after Test debut against Ireland, the outhalf could be vital for France’s title bidWed Feb 03 2021 - 06:00
Ireland forwards coach job too good an offer for Paul O’Connell to turn downEx-Ireland captain believes his recent playing experience will help him make an impactWed Feb 03 2021 - 01:00
Six Nations: Paul O’Connell ready to make an instant impact with IrelandNew forwards coach says experience is key when it comes to dominating the lineoutTue Feb 02 2021 - 15:22
Mike Catt excited as Paul O’Connell’s arrival adds more ballast to coaching ticketAttack coach mulling over the composition of Ireland’s back three for Cardiff testTue Feb 02 2021 - 07:46
Gerry Thornley: France primed to end Six Nations droughtLast year fresh in the memory with Ireland best placed to threaten England and FranceTue Feb 02 2021 - 06:00
Tadhg Furlong back in action and ready to join Ireland squadProp back in the frame after a year’s absence following successful comebackMon Feb 01 2021 - 06:00
Leinster showcase their supreme strength in depth at ScarletsLeo Cullen says comprehensive win was good opportunity to give players a chanceMon Feb 01 2021 - 05:30
Craig Casey living the dream as he claims a place with Ireland’s eliteEbullient young scrumhalf steeped in the rich rugby heritage of Shannon and MunsterSat Jan 30 2021 - 06:15
All eyes on Tadhg Furlong as Leinster travel to LlanelliIreland and Lions tighthead makes return against the Scarlets on Saturday nightSat Jan 30 2021 - 06:00
Life in a bubble: Ireland players make the best of strict regime in the new normalIRFU leave nothing to chance as they seek to preserve Covid-free environment for squadSat Jan 30 2021 - 06:00
Munster seek quick return to winning waysVan Graan makes 13 changes from Leinster defeat for the trip to TrevisoSat Jan 30 2021 - 01:00
Little substance in CJ Stander to Bordeaux-Bègles rumoursIreland number eight among players whose contracts are up for renewal this seasonFri Jan 29 2021 - 20:01
France yet to receive approval to travel to Ireland for Six Nations clashAndy Farrell focused on getting Ireland back to tournament-favourites levelThu Jan 28 2021 - 01:00
Johnny Sexton sees Tom Brady’s lengthy NFL career as inspiringIreland captain hoping to reach ‘pretty special’ milestone of 100 Tests in Six NationsThu Jan 28 2021 - 01:00
Six Nations still waiting on green light from French governmentOrganisers are waiting to hear back from French government for the go-aheadWed Jan 27 2021 - 19:24
Tadhg Furlong could be fit for Ireland’s Six Nations opener against WalesJohnny Sexton also confident he will be fit after injuring hamstring against MunsterWed Jan 27 2021 - 13:18
Contract future still unclear for many of Ireland’s rugby prosMunster’s Billy Holland among those still unsure what will happen in the summerWed Jan 27 2021 - 01:00
Graham Rowntree backs Paul O’Connell to shine in Ireland coaching roleMunster forwards coach says province have faith in young guns in Test players’ absenceTue Jan 26 2021 - 15:42
Gerry Thornley: Without crowds, matches are just upgraded training sessionsIt’s impossible to expect the matches to be of the same quality with no supporters presentTue Jan 26 2021 - 06:00
Six Nations 2021: Jack Carty among the faces that just don’t seem to fitAndy Farrell picks tried and trusted squad but in some areas they look thin and rustyTue Jan 26 2021 - 01:00
Tadhg Furlong and Rhys Ruddock return to Ireland squadJacob Stockdale misses out as Andy Farrell names two uncapped players in squadMon Jan 25 2021 - 10:13
Regrets for Munster as Leinster find a way, againHome advantage was diluted by the absence of fans as conditions played their partMon Jan 25 2021 - 07:00
Déjà vu for Munster as they pick the bones out of latest Leinster defeatSaturday night’s derby will have given Andy Farrell food for thought as Six Nations loomsMon Jan 25 2021 - 06:00
Leo Cullen: Johnny Sexton withdrawal was ‘precautionary’Ireland outhalf left the field during the second-half of Pro14 victory over MunsterSat Jan 23 2021 - 23:05
Leinster and Larmour leave it late to break Munster heartsJohann Van Graan’s side are getting closer but champions prevail in a baltic LimerickSat Jan 23 2021 - 22:04
