The Irish Times

A city in turmoil – Ray Burke on Nora Barnacle’s return to Galway in 1922

An Irishman’s Diary

Mon May 09 2022 - 20:24

TV View: Socially distanced trio left reeling as star attraction limps off

Tommy Bowe, Gordon D’Arcy and Peter Stringer full of excitement as rugby returns

Sun Aug 23 2020 - 15:00

The Offload: Tough afternoon for Ulster’s best 10 of the decade

Fergus McFadden does his talking on the pitch as high vis vests shine in Galway

Mon Dec 23 2019 - 10:00

Gifts galore as Leinster go past 50 points again in 14-try bonanza with Ulster

Leo Cullen’s side run in eight tries before switching off mentally in closing stages

Fri Dec 20 2019 - 22:16

Leinster complete stupendous comeback against Connacht

Connacht had their 29-12 lead evaporate in dramatic final dozen minutes at the RDS

Sat Dec 22 2018 - 22:19

Paul Boyle seals the deal as Connacht claim bonus in South Africa

Connacht up to second spot in Conference B on back of pack’s performance

Sun Nov 25 2018 - 16:47

Lansdowne bridge 87-year Bateman Cup gap

Cup specialists Cork Con as Lansdowne close in on double

Sat Apr 21 2018 - 15:24

Larmour suddenly becomes a contender for Six Nations squad

Leinster player boasts excellent speed but also possesses rare trait: sharp rugby brain

Mon Jan 08 2018 - 07:00

Ulster’s resolve to stiffen but Leinster should pip them

Leinster’s backrow injury list ensures an opportunity for promising Josh Murphy

Sat Jan 06 2018 - 01:00

Scarlets painting right pictures for Nigel Owens this season

Rassie Erasmus’s side have been penalised more than rivals Scarlets by Nigel Owens

Thu May 25 2017 - 07:00

Leinster stay top of the Pro 12 with narrow win over Cardiff

Ross Malony’s score helps his side edge an exciting encounter at sun-kissed RDS

Sat Mar 25 2017 - 17:14

Leinster name team for Cardiff visit and give injury update

The latest update from the province on Rob Kearney and Jamie Heaslip’s injuries

Fri Mar 24 2017 - 12:29

Referees appointed for opening Champions Cup rounds

Ireland’s John Lacey to take charge of marquee clash between Toulon and Saracens

Tue Sept 27 2016 - 16:53

Paddy Jackson orchestrates big Ulster win over Leinster

Les Kiss’s side put one foot in the Pro 12 play-offs with dominant win over rivals

Sat Apr 30 2016 - 18:07

Greater need and home advantage may tilt game towards Ulster

Pro12 clash has last four place for Ulster and home semi-final for Leinster riding on it

Sat Apr 30 2016 - 15:21

Leinster denied top spot in Pro12 as Glasgow show little bit extra

Leo Cullen’s men unable to find cutting edge in dull affair at Scotstoun

Fri Mar 18 2016 - 22:23

Impressive Connacht sustain momentum to stay at top of Pro12

Strong defensive effort secures victory and sends Ospreys home without bonus point

Sun Feb 28 2016 - 18:24

Leinster steadying the ship but Leo Cullen still faces big challenges

Coach will have to cope when mass Ireland call-ups weaken province

Sat Jan 02 2016 - 01:03

Leinster grind their way past Connacht at a sodden RDS

Josh van der Flier’s dubious try ends Pat Lam’s men’s resistance on miserable night

Fri Jan 01 2016 - 19:24

John Lacey and George Clancy awarded Six Nations matches

Officials announced for tournament include some new names to tournament

Wed Nov 11 2015 - 19:55

Georgia edge Namibia in error-strewn Sandy Park encounter

Captain Gorgodze’s try all but guarantees third place in Pool C and a spot at Japan ’19

Wed Oct 07 2015 - 22:34

Italy scrape past Canada thanks to Tommaso Allan’s boot

Canada claim losing bonus point with brave display at Elland Road

Sat Sept 26 2015 - 18:15

Wales worry over injuries to Rhys Webb and Leigh Halfpenny

Duo picked up knocks during victory over Italy in Cardiff

Sat Sept 05 2015 - 22:41

Rugby World Cup: Nigel Owens to take charge of Ireland v France

Ireland’s opener against Canada will see New Zealand’s Glen Jackson in charge

Wed Jul 01 2015 - 16:54

Jono Gibbes signs three-year contract extension with Clermont Auvergne

Munster confirm the departure of 11 players ahead of the new season

Thu Jun 04 2015 - 16:36

Rugby authorities must hold referees accountable for blunders

Connacht paranoia over getting sharp end of stick was certainly bolstered at Kingsholm

Tue May 26 2015 - 07:45

Connor Murray remains a major doubt for Pro12 final

Munster coach Anthony Foley staying ‘hopeful’ scrum-half will be fit for Glasgow clash

Mon May 25 2015 - 01:00

Munster claim final spot after dramatic win over Ospreys

TMO calls back last-minute try for Welsh side at Thomond Park

Sun May 24 2015 - 13:54

DTH van der Merwe’s late try sees Glasgow pip Ulster at Scotstoun

Touchline conversion from Finn Russell seals win for Scottish side

Sun May 24 2015 - 13:53

Owen Farrell returns to Saracens bench for Clermont match

Mark McCall intends to ‘make life difficult’ for French side in third meeting this season

Fri Apr 17 2015 - 20:35

Rugby World Cup: George Clancy and John Lacey on referee panel

No Irish among assistant referees or television match officials

Wed Apr 08 2015 - 01:00

Leinster strengthened by return of internationals

Scarlets should be overcome by Matt O’Connor’s side

Fri Mar 06 2015 - 15:59

Wooden spoon looming for Scotland after Italy victory

Irish referee George Clancy criticised for handling of ‘heavily regulated’ scrums

Sun Mar 01 2015 - 21:36

Vern Cotter says Scotland players not heeding his message

Coach takes blame as Wooden Spoon looms after third straight defeat

Sat Feb 28 2015 - 20:08