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

Gerry Thornley: Opportunity knocks for World Cup hopefuls

Warm-up clash against Italy a chance to press their case for a place in 31-man squad

Ian McKinley welcomes World Rugby decision to allow goggles at all levels

‘It’s a massive day for kids as well if they need goggles from the protective side of things’

Conor O’Shea to stay with Italy until after Six Nations at least

Reports had suggested Italy coach would be replaced after World Cup later this year

'We want to be one of the great clubs in Europe' - Benetton's journey

Italian side has emerged as viable contender for the Pro14 play-offs in Conference B

Connacht taking no chances against in-form Benetton

Coach Friend includes three internationals in squad for important Pro14 test

Ireland pull it out of the fire to avoid leaving Rome in ruins

Joe Schmidt’s side limp home with bonus point after poor performance at the Stadio Olimpico

Ireland look for cohesion and continuity in Rome

Joe Schmidt looking for an improved overall performance against plucky Italians

The Offload: it’s time to stop the penalty try double-whammy

Guy Noves’ France tribunal begins, eventful London Irish bow for resilient Ian Keatley

Ulster rescue a draw with last play to deny Benetton

Italian side denied first win in Belfast since 2011 by penalty try

Robert Baloucoune retains his place as Ulster take on Benetton

Dan McFarland’s side can leapfrog Italians as they bid for top-three finish in Conference B

Sale Sharks say no compensation paid to Cillian Willis

News round-up: Leinster register Conor O’Brien; changes afoot in Munster

Ian Keatley set to join Benetton Rugby next season

Outhalf has not started a game for Munster this season

Larmour bags hat-trick as Ireland win phoney war at Soldier Field

Second-half blitz helps Joe Schmidt’s side run up a half-century of points in Chicago

McKinley’s unquenchable spirit ensures he is living the dream

Despite losing the sight in his left eye, the former Leinster player has gone on to play for Italy

Schmidt expecting Carbery and McGrath to continue progress

Despite the experimental line-ups, there is plenty at stake for players on both sides

The Offload: Is this the moment rugby finally eats itself?

Ian McKinley set for landmark moment; IRFU educates on concussion protocols

Autumn Series: Friendly fire will be as keenly felt as ever

There will be plenty at stake for both teams and players with a World Cup looming

Ian McKinley in line to play against Ireland in Chicago

Former Leinster outhalf named on bench for game at Soldier Field

Conor O’Shea makes ‘difficult decision’ to omit Ian McKinley

'This setback will only steel him to put more pressure on the guys ahead of him'

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