The Irish Times

‘It’s just the series the All Blacks need:’ Dan Carter on Ireland tour of New Zealand

Former All Black to take on 24 hour kickathon for his own charity at Eden Park

Wed Apr 06 2022 - 11:21

Matt Williams: Every great outhalf requires a proper consigliere to really shine

The role of the inside centre is letting the No 10 flourish is one of the game’s key combinations

Sat Feb 05 2022 - 06:00

Visiting All Blacks can relate to relying on a supremely talented 10

Nick Evans one of a slew of gifted outhalves to be blocked off by dominant Dan Carter

Sat Nov 13 2021 - 06:00

O’Gara and Prendergast park friendship as La Rochelle and Racing 92 face off

O’Gara looking to take La Rochelle to a first Top 14 final against his former club

Fri Jun 18 2021 - 06:00

The Offload: John McClean questions can no longer be silenced

Dan Carter’s legacy? Harry Byrne and NFL comparisons, French Covid-19 mystery

Mon Feb 22 2021 - 10:00

Contract crux: Agents offering top Irish players to French clubs

‘We will have offers from clubs in France and the IRFU have not engaged or made any offers’

Fri Dec 04 2020 - 07:30

How family plays a crucial role in the making of elite athletes

New sports psychology book examines factors behind development of top-level athletes

Thu Dec 03 2020 - 06:00

Johnny Sexton nominated for World Rugby’s Player of the Decade

Ireland’s Jamie Heaslip and Alison Miller are also nominated for awards decided by fans

Thu Oct 15 2020 - 14:19

Rugby union still faces a myriad of challenges 25 years into professionalism

Questions remain around player protection and the futures of smaller clubs

Wed Aug 26 2020 - 06:00

Worst sporting moment: Wales beat Ireland in Wellington - the one which really got away

Sexton left out as golden generation miss the chance of a lifetime in 2011 Rugby World Cup

Tue Aug 25 2020 - 06:00

A lot on Hanrahan’s shoulders as Van Graan aims for a power game

With Carbery still out, Munster coach needs to field all his big weapons against Leinster

Thu Aug 20 2020 - 06:00

Dan Carter to return to Christchurch as an Auckland Blues player

One of Canterbury’s favourite sons could line up against his former side the Crusaders

Tue Jul 07 2020 - 08:08

Mature Ringrose keeping the ups and downs of rugby life in perspective

Current hiatus making Ireland and Leinster centre even more appreciative

Sat Jun 06 2020 - 06:00

Dan Carter reported to have signed short-term Auckland Blues deal

All Blacks legend could sign up as a short-term replacement for Aotearoa competition

Wed Jun 03 2020 - 19:18

Sporting Controversies: The tackle that ended Brian O’Driscoll’s 2005 Lions tour

Umaga and Mealamu got away with it but the incident tarnished All Blacks’ brilliant series win

Wed May 20 2020 - 06:00

Isa Nacewa: ‘Sport can go ahead and hopefully this is the blueprint to do it’

Leinster legend on the reopening of New Zealand and the return of rugby action

Fri May 15 2020 - 06:00

The Offload: James Cronin case not the first time we’ve heard of prednisolone

Old boys club set to remain in power at World Rugby; IRFU chef cooking up a storm

Mon Apr 27 2020 - 09:00

My favourite sporting moment: Les Bleus tear up formbook to stun New Zealand

I’ve never ever come across such shocked and crestfallen players as those All Blacks

Mon Apr 20 2020 - 06:00

Leaked: The disciplinary report on Saracens’ salary cap breach

A copy of the 103-page disciplinary report has been leaked to Sky News

Thu Jan 23 2020 - 13:32

Ian Foster extends All Blacks’ boot-room dynasty but who is he?

What are the major challenges the latest New Zealand rugby head coach is set to face . . .

Wed Dec 11 2019 - 09:24

It’ll be all black for a while but New Zealand will rise again

Steve Hansen fronts up and offers no excuses after crushing semi-final defeat to England

Mon Oct 28 2019 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Joey Carbery’s move to Munster showed Ireland’s failure to evolve

In absence of constant evolution, our game plan became the rock Ireland perished upon

Wed Oct 23 2019 - 05:00

Schmidt v Hansen Part V: something’s got to give in Rugby World Cup quarter-final

Ireland and New Zealand have shared two wins apiece since 2013. That will change on Saturday

Thu Oct 17 2019 - 16:30

Ireland and New Zealand welcome appointment of Owens

Welsh referee well accustomed to the demands of the big occasion

Wed Oct 16 2019 - 06:00

Rugby World Cup: Inhumane heat equals torture on the lungs under the Misaki dome

Ireland must endure purgatory of intense humidity during showdown with Russians

Wed Oct 02 2019 - 18:50

Captain Johnny Sexton confirms he is fit to kick at goal

The Misaki is like playing rugby inside a sauna and water breaks will be allowed

Tue Oct 01 2019 - 08:41

Rugby World Cup: Sexton starts as Ireland make 11 changes for Russia

Outhalf Johnny Sexton to lead side in Kobe; Jordi Murphy straight into the side

Tue Oct 01 2019 - 07:00

Rugby World Cup: Ireland close off training session to public for a second time

Tuesday’s session against the Kobelco Steelers was due to be an open event

Mon Sept 30 2019 - 16:00

Rugby World Cup: Jamie Joseph knows Japan must pile pressure on Jack Carty

‘There’s a lot less experience without him. Johnny Sexton is a key player’

Thu Sept 26 2019 - 12:32

Rugby World Cup - Japan v Ireland: Irish kick-off time, TV channels and more

All you need to know for Joe Schmidt's team's second pool game in Shizuoka

Thu Sept 26 2019 - 11:08

Japan’s Luke Thompson aiming to bow out on a high

Kiwi has proved a remarkable servant for Brave Blossoms and is looking forward to fourth RWC

Sun Sept 15 2019 - 19:00

RWC moments: The All Blacks leave it to Beaver

New Zealand win the 2011 Rugby World Cup thanks to penalty scored by back-up outhalf

Sat Sept 14 2019 - 14:00

Steve Hansen: 'I can’t be telling you Irish too much'

New Zealand coach playing cards close to his chest in quest for ‘threepeat’

Sat Sept 14 2019 - 12:52

Johnny Sexton’s World Cup redemption starts now

When it comes to the showpiece of the world game, Ireland’s outhalf remains mired in regret

Sat Sept 07 2019 - 06:30