Ciarán Frawley

Andy Farrell and Ireland aiming to end the year on a high

Lions-bound Ireland coach relishing the chance to celebrate the IRFU’s 150th anniversary by taking on Joe Schmidt’s Australia

Mon Nov 25 2024 - 06:00

Leicester Tigers and Montpellier among clubs looking to sign Leinster’s Ross Byrne

Andy Farrell warns of dangers of making too many changes for Ireland’s clash with Fiji

Mon Nov 18 2024 - 06:00

Jack Crowley gives reminder of his talent - and needs to keep doing so

Sam Prendergast did well off the bench but there’s little doubt who deserves to be Ireland’s first-choice pivot at present

Sun Nov 17 2024 - 19:00

All eyes on Sam Prendergast as he looks to settle outhalf question

Having decided against joining Connacht last summer, the 21-year-old has a chance on Saturday to strengthen his cases for leading roles with Leinster and Ireland

Sat Oct 26 2024 - 06:00

Ciarán Frawley’s availability for Ireland’s clash with All Blacks in doubt

Leinster outhalf limped out of Saturday’s win over Connacht; young hooker Gus McCarthy could come into frame

Sun Oct 20 2024 - 12:48

Cathal Forde no longer the quiet man for Connacht as young centre pushes for further recognition

Centre now understands the value of patience after advancing from grassroots rugby to prospect of an Ireland cap

Thu Oct 17 2024 - 06:00

Munster were arguably the better team for large parts of match against Leinster

Munster were arguably the better team for large parts of the game but accuracy let them down at key scoring moments

Wed Oct 16 2024 - 06:00

Top outhalf debate rolls on despite Leinster vs Munster Croke Park clash

Leinster’s versatile Ciarán Frawley stakes claim to number 10 jersey in blue and green while Munster counterpart Jack Crowley favourite to start against All Blacks

Tue Oct 15 2024 - 06:00

Ciarán Frawley set to get nod at outhalf for Leinster’s derby clash with Munster

Leinster’s choice of number 10 for this game was always likely to be one of the most significant selections early in the season

Tue Oct 08 2024 - 23:15

Gerry Thornley: If this isn’t Ciarán Frawley’s time to take the Leinster 10 jersey, you wonder when?

Outhalf conundrum likely to rumble on and on for Leinster and Leo Cullen

Tue Sept 24 2024 - 06:00

Ciarán Frawley starts new season with pep in his step – and hopes of playing at 10

Leinster and Ireland player says he has a ‘good springboard’ for the coming season

Fri Aug 23 2024 - 06:00

Rugby union power rankings: Ireland top after epic win over world champions

Australia show great improvement under Joe Schmidt, as England impress

Tue Jul 16 2024 - 15:54

Five things we learned from Ireland’s victory over South Africa

A confidence to back themselves was evident as the game counted down to Frawley’s kick

Sun Jul 14 2024 - 17:00

Ciarán Frawley savours best moment of his career after drop goal heroics

‘I‘ve had a few pints, so I feel good. It was unreal the way the match finished’

Sat Jul 13 2024 - 21:35

Ciarán Frawley the man of the hour as Ireland strike late to stun South Africa

Leinster outhalf slots a last-minute drop goal to level the series and end Ireland’s season on a high

Sat Jul 13 2024 - 19:16

England v Ireland: Andy Farrell to name fit-again Hugo Keenan at fullback for Six Nations clash

Six-two forwards split on the bench likely to be maintained with Ciarán Frawley set to beat out Garry Ringrose for a spot on the bench

Wed Mar 06 2024 - 20:23

Ireland’s Ciarán Frawley an emerging talent and team player keen to be involved

‘I probably have the ability to jump into other positions and do a job there. So, for me, it is understanding that and then knowing that it will get me into the big games’

Sat Mar 02 2024 - 06:00

Leinster assistant coach Goodman impressed by composure and calm of Frawley

Experimental Leinster side lose to Saracens but ‘a great experience for a lot of those lads’

Mon Feb 26 2024 - 20:29

Business as usual for relentless Ireland as they subdue Welsh challenge

Record-extending 18th consecutive home win signals another major step towards Grand Slam

Mon Feb 26 2024 - 06:00

Ireland 31 Wales 7 (Full-time) - as it happened

Text commentary from the Aviva Stadium as Andy Farrell’s side looks to keep their Grand Slam hopes alive

Sat Feb 24 2024 - 16:23

Mary Hannigan: Interminable, tempestuous day for the FAI

FAI began the day with an apology but things only went downhill from there; opportunity knocks for Frawley in the Six Nations

Fri Feb 23 2024 - 09:39

Opportunity knocks for Ciarán Frawley as Ireland’s big guns return for Welsh challenge

Ciaran Frawley becomes the fourth Irish player to make his first championship start in this year’s Six Nations as Farrell recalls experienced names for Welsh showdown

Fri Feb 23 2024 - 06:00

Ireland team named: Ciarán Frawley starts at fullback with Oli Jager on bench against Wales

Peter O’Mahony starts and captains as Ireland opt for six forwards among the replacements for third Six Nations match

Thu Feb 22 2024 - 13:58

Ireland v Wales: Ciarán Frawley set to be named at fullback in place of injured Hugo Keenan

Six Nations team prediction: Andy Farrell to revert to close to starting XV who played in opening win over France, with Stuart McCloskey on the bench

Wed Feb 21 2024 - 20:04

Gerry Thornley: Ciarán Frawley’s versatility may finally work in his favour as Ireland search for new fullback

Hugo Keenan is likely to be ruled out of Saturday’s game against Wales, and Frawley now looks best placed to fill in for his provincial team-mate

Tue Feb 20 2024 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Leinster won’t be bullied again and have the game to beat La Rochelle

If Leinster maintain their quick ruck speed they will get the tries they need to win

Wed May 25 2022 - 06:00

Munster set to take the long road in search of silverware

Johann van Graan’s side will not return to Thomond Park this season

Mon May 23 2022 - 06:00

Johann van Graan: ‘That’s the way the chips have fallen now’

Munster head coach says side were fully aware of permutations during endgame

Sat May 21 2022 - 23:24

Leinster’s accuracy proves key as they see off Munster in demolition derby

Munster will now travel to play Ulster in URC quarter-finals with Leinster hosting Glasgow

Sat May 21 2022 - 21:50

Leo Cullen managing Leinster’s bigger picture to perfection

Senior team are beneficiaries of good work which goes on at club and schools level

Sat May 21 2022 - 06:00

Cullen relishes ‘great challenge’ Leinster face in battle of European titans

Clash of competition’s most successful sides makes for match of season on Irish soil

Sat May 14 2022 - 06:00

Toulouse defy fixture congestion and injury list to reach semi-finals

Workload of French side’s star players considerably higher than that of hosts Leinster

Fri May 13 2022 - 17:00

Losing bonus point enough for Leinster to seal top spot in table

Leo Cullen’s side will enjoy home advantage through the URC playoffs despite defeat

Sat Apr 30 2022 - 19:41

URC preview: Difficult assignment ahead for Leinster away to Sharks

High-profile Springboks feature as Sharks know win would enhance playoff prospects

Fri Apr 22 2022 - 16:49