The Irish Times

Hanrahan set to leave Clermont and join Dragons in the summer

Former Munster outhalf to join Newport-based Welsh side on a three-year contract

Fri Jan 14 2022 - 06:28

Jared Payne to leave Ulster ‘to pursue opportunities overseas’

John Cooney ruled out of Champions Cup match against Northampton Saints

Wed Jan 12 2022 - 19:15

Dan McFarland praises ‘matured’ James Hume ahead of Connacht clash

Ulster centre capable of burnishing growing reputation in much-anticipated tie

Tue Dec 21 2021 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Few realistic pretenders yet to Sexton’s throne

If the current pecking order remains, Farrell will need the veteran outhalf for next World Cup

Wed Oct 13 2021 - 06:00

Nathan Doak displays maturity by grasping his Ulster opportunity with both hands

Young scrumhalf steps up to the mark with mature displays in Cooney’s absence

Tue Oct 12 2021 - 11:33

Ulster get injury boost after five return to training ahead of Lions clash

Jared Payne believes South African sides are growing into the competition

Mon Oct 11 2021 - 17:41

Farrell welcomes opportunity for new faces as Ireland embrace US challenge

Test debut beckons for Ulster quartet Baloucoune, Hume, O’Toole and Timoney

Sat Jul 10 2021 - 06:00

Six Nations permutations: What do Wales and France need this weekend?

Italy try to avoid worst ever season as Ireland and England audition for the Lions squad

Thu Mar 18 2021 - 06:00

Farrell’s early record as Ireland coach in shadow of Schmidt and Kidney

Ireland’s progress as a rugby nation has stalled since 2018, we’re now ranked seventh

Sun Mar 14 2021 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: Munster persist with a game they are only partially resourced to play

On- and off-field leadership lacking as province succumb to familiar failings

Wed Sept 09 2020 - 07:27

James Ryan could add to Leinster’s rich resources for final clash with Ulster

Felipe Contepomi praises secondrow after his recovery from a shoulder injury

Tue Sept 08 2020 - 06:00

Granny rule and Leinster schoolkids the way forward as Ireland look to add depth

With residency law set to be extended to five years, the IRFU have changed approach

Tue Aug 18 2020 - 06:00

Dan McFarland calls out Ulster’s naivety after loss away to Ospreys

Welsh side secure just their second win of the season at a rain-lashed Liberty Stadium

Mon Feb 17 2020 - 06:00

Bryn Cunningham guiding Ulster revival after tumultous start

Director and former fullback defends Leinster influx but is keen to develop talent

Sat Jan 11 2020 - 06:30

Gerry Thornley: In-form Stuart McCloskey on track for Six Nations promotion

Player beating at Andy Farrell’s door, but logjam at Ireland’s inside centre an obstacle

Tue Jan 07 2020 - 07:00

The sporting decade that was: Ireland finally slay Goliath

After 111 years of waiting, history is written on a crisp Chicago afternoon

Sat Dec 28 2019 - 12:00

Ulster need to be at their best to contain Clermont threat

The French side ooze quality but Ulster have had their measure before in Belfast

Fri Nov 22 2019 - 01:00

The Joe Schmidt era: Burnout the inevitable result of a regime based upon excessive control

Unexplained conservative strategy will forever taint the most important Schmidt season

Sat Nov 02 2019 - 07:05

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 aim to weather the storm in pivotal World Cup opener

Joe Schmidt is taking nothing for granted ahead of Pool A game against Scotland

Mon Sept 16 2019 - 01:01

Joe Schmidt at the Aviva Stadium: The pleasure, the privilege was ours

Today marks the end of an era with the Kiwi's last home game in charge of Ireland

Sat Sept 07 2019 - 07:10

Beirne and Addison both have chance to raise spirits and Japan hopes

Duo come into Joe Schmidt’s side for trip to Cardiff as Ireland look to brighten the mood

Thu Aug 29 2019 - 18:23

Gerry Thornley: Ireland's shambolic first Rugby World Cup steps

Michael Kiernan recalls Ireland’s preparation for the inaugural 1987 competition, an event the IRFU didn't want to enter

Sat Aug 10 2019 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley’s end of term report: Did Ireland's peaks come too early?

Rugby correspondent runs the rule over the season for Ireland and the four provinces

Sat Jun 01 2019 - 06:30

Gerry Thornley: Ireland’s initial World Cup squad follows predictable lines

The inclusion of uncapped Munster duo Kleyn and Haley the most eye-catching

Wed May 29 2019 - 06:39

Gerry Thornley: Ulster’s effort could signal the start of something

Once again Champions Cup quarter-finals provide richly entertaining fare

Tue Apr 02 2019 - 06:35

Leo Cullen knows ‘undercooked’ Leinster must improve

Coach admits side ‘not quite there’ after narrow win in Champions Cup quarter-final

Mon Apr 01 2019 - 06:00

Bundee Aki: The steady partner in Ireland’s version of 'Lanigan’s Ball'

Aki has only been ruled out by injury once, and today is his 14th start in last 17 Test matches

Sat Feb 09 2019 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: Henshaw deserves another game at fullback

There are issues to address after England defeat, but this Irish side deserves our faith

Tue Feb 05 2019 - 06:00

Robbie Henshaw named at 15 in Ireland’s team to face England

No place for Rob Kearney or Jack McGrath on the bench for Six Nations opener

Thu Jan 31 2019 - 13:33

Robbie Henshaw set to start at fullback against England

Leinster back expected to move to 15 with Bundee Aki likely to get the nod at inside centre

Wed Jan 30 2019 - 00:30

Simon Zebo not holding out much hope for an Ireland recall

Racing 92 winger admits Rugby World Cup hopes would likely hinge on an injury crisis

Mon Jan 28 2019 - 13:23

Ulster aim to combine physicality and accuracy against Leinster

Northern province has managed just one victory over the Pro14 champions since 1999

Wed Jan 02 2019 - 06:00

Ireland hit the scoring stakes hard in historic year

In 24 matches, 37 different individual players crossed the line for Joe Schmidt's side

Thu Dec 20 2018 - 06:28