The Irish Times

Leinster provide Dan Kelly first-hand view of what might have been

England international represented Ireland U20s before committing to country of birth

Thu May 05 2022 - 06:00

Six Nations 2021: English based players putting Wales at a disadvantage

Clive Woodward backs his compatriot, Simon Zebo explains Finn Russell’s nickname

Tue Feb 02 2021 - 09:00

Ireland’s clash against Georgia will be an important audition

All roads point to an England-France ‘final’ as Autumn Nations Cup enters its endgame

Sat Nov 28 2020 - 06:27

Geordan Murphy leaves Leicester Tigers after 23-year association

Former Ireland fullback leaves director of rugby role a year before contract expires

Fri Nov 13 2020 - 15:02

Castrogiovanni remembers ‘beautiful battles’ with Ireland

Former tighthead prop believes Italy need to stick with a philosophy and stop changing

Tue Oct 20 2020 - 05:15

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

Geordan Murphy navigating Leicester Tigers through the Covid-19 storm

Manu Tuilagi has gone but director of rugby is positive about the future at Welford Road

Fri Aug 07 2020 - 06:00

Foreign fields not as promising for Irish rugby professionals

Less money and opportunity on offer as coronavirus impact becomes clearer

Tue Jul 21 2020 - 06:00

Geordan Murphy appointed Leicester Tigers director of rugby

Former Ireland international moves upstairs with Steve Borthwick named head coach

Mon Apr 13 2020 - 15:44

Gordon D’Arcy: Digging deep only recipe for Twickenham success

If Ireland do not match the home side physically, they are sure to be overwhelmed

Wed Feb 19 2020 - 06:00

Winning Triple Crowns: ‘Seeing Jack Kyle was a spiritual experience’

A history of Ireland’s wins throws up some mythical tales and unforgettable moments

Sat Feb 15 2020 - 06:00

Steve Borthwick to join Leicester as head coach after Six Nations

Former Ireland fullback Geordan Murphy moving to the role of director of rugby

Wed Jan 22 2020 - 15:50

Rugby Statistics: It’s time for change as Farrell puts his own shape on things

There is an average 5.4 selection changes between the final game of an Irish coach and the opener of his successor

Thu Dec 19 2019 - 06:15

The Offload: Wild geese finding that the grass isn’t always greener

Madigan struggling to make an impression at Bristol

Mon Dec 02 2019 - 11:30

Farrell open-minded over Ireland World Cup squad selection as warm-ups begin

Task of narrowing down squad will be ‘really difficult’, says incoming Ireland head coach

Sat Aug 10 2019 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: Hemispheres take different routes to global collision in Japan

Six Nations left Ireland with plenty to ponder as they prepare for their warm-up games

Sat Aug 03 2019 - 06:00

Leicester head coach Geordan Murphy receives three-match ban

Former Ireland fullback admitted he verbally abused a match official

Tue May 28 2019 - 17:48

Premiership player of the season Danny Cipriani eyes Tokyo

Gloucester’s controversial 10 is hoping for a place in England’s World Cup training squad

Thu May 23 2019 - 08:25

Gordon D'Arcy: Foreign signings put Irish provinces on European map

Fardy and Lowe following in proven footsteps of likes of Williams, Nacewa, Aki and Elsom

Wed May 01 2019 - 06:00

Leinster’s Noel Reid to join Geordan Murphy’s Leicester

Back made 120 appearances for the province but will join relegation threatened Tigers

Mon Apr 22 2019 - 11:46

Geordan Murphy recruits Mike Ford in a bid to save Leicester

Former Ireland and England defence coach brought in to help stave off relegation

Tue Apr 02 2019 - 22:33

Gordon D’Arcy: What it takes to be a successful rugby coach

It’s one thing to be a great rugby player, but to motivate players is another job altogether

Wed Mar 27 2019 - 06:00

Ulster on the threshold of joining European elite

Henderson’s return a timely fillip as they try to seal the deal against Murphy’s Leicester

Sat Jan 19 2019 - 06:00

Rugby statistics: History shows Munster finish pools in style

Leinster have a less impressive record in final Champions Cup pool game

Thu Jan 17 2019 - 06:20

Dan McFarland: Abusing players ‘totally unacceptable’

Simon Zebo suggested he was verbally abused by Ulster fans on Saturday

Mon Jan 14 2019 - 17:47

Geordan Murphy needs Tigers to wear hearts on sleeves

Former Ireland international was appointed Leicester’s full-time coach on Tuesday

Wed Dec 19 2018 - 18:52

Geordan Murphy made permanent Leicester head coach

Former Irish fullback has said club is at ‘their lowest ebb’ after run of eight straight defeats

Tue Dec 18 2018 - 19:10

How they stand: Gerry Thornley’s Champions Cup pools guide

Leinster and Munster best placed of the Irish provinces heading into pivotal rounds

Thu Dec 06 2018 - 17:37

The Offload: Competition looks fierce for 31 spots for Japan

Little rest forthcoming for England’s busy international contingent

Mon Dec 03 2018 - 10:45

Leicester bounce back with bonus-point win over Scarlets

Geordan Murphy’s side run in five tries at Welford Road to put Ulster defeat behind them

Fri Oct 19 2018 - 22:03

Scarlets and Leicester look to kickstart their campaign

No Welsh team has triumphed at Welford Road against the Tigers

Fri Oct 19 2018 - 06:00

Dan McFarland and Ulster relish the perfect tonic of victory

Head coach Dan McFarland admits his team have plenty of room for improvement

Mon Oct 15 2018 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: unbeaten start for provinces but things to get tougher

Munster’s 10-10 draw in Sandy Park against Exeter was the best result for the Irish sides

Mon Oct 15 2018 - 05:00

Ulster bring a little of the feel-good factor back against Leicester

Excellent second-half performance sees Dan McFarland’s side open with win

Sat Oct 13 2018 - 21:23