The Irish Times

Saracens know time has come to show what they can do

Maro Itoje’s performance in defeat of Wasps epitomises new confidence in team

Sun Apr 24 2016 - 23:15

South African rugby still a black and white issue

Pressure mounts on coach Allister Coetzee to give more black players a chance

Tue Apr 12 2016 - 20:53

South Africa name Allister Coetzee as new Springbok coach

Former assistant to Jake White begins reign with three home tests against Ireland in June

Tue Apr 12 2016 - 10:36

World Cup review: Blossoms set tone for feast of rugby

‘Irish Times’ team looks back at an eventful tournament and pick their highs and lows

Mon Nov 02 2015 - 12:56

The All Blacks and the blessings of telling it straight

IRFU and Schmidt could learn a lesson from way world champions have dealt with media

Sat Oct 31 2015 - 01:02

Heyneke Meyer backed to carry on as South Africa’s coach

Duane Vermeulen declares players want their boss to carry on in current role

Fri Oct 30 2015 - 09:18

Kiwis edge out Springboks in epic gladiatorial battle

Two tries prove the difference as All Blacks secure place in Rugby World Cup final

Sun Oct 25 2015 - 18:45

New Zealand wrestle South Africa into submission

Defending champions show all their rugby nous to hold off game Springboks

Sat Oct 24 2015 - 21:33

Heyneke Meyer plots downfall of ‘best team of all time’

Springbok coach has enjoyed only one win in seven attempts against All Blacks

Thu Oct 22 2015 - 01:01

South Africa making most out of worst situation

After the debacle against Japan, Springboks’ attitude has greatly changed

Fri Oct 16 2015 - 01:00

South Africa's Heyneke Meyer putting faith in young guns

Team to face Wales in quarter-final includes five key players all under 24 years of age

Thu Oct 15 2015 - 11:33

No Victor Matfield but JP Pietersen returns to face Wales

Bryan Habana looks to surpass Jonah Lomu’s RWC try tally for South Africa

Wed Oct 14 2015 - 11:51

Heyneke Meyer with a lock dilemma ahead of Wales showdown

Etzebeth and de Jager have impressed in the absence of veteran Victor Matfield

Mon Oct 12 2015 - 17:58

Mike Ross still Mr Reliable when squeeze comes on

Ireland will need tighthead to be his usual durable self if they hope to fulfil ambitions at tournament

Sat Oct 03 2015 - 01:00

South Africa’s need to win to provide cutting edge over Scotland

Scotland accused of fielding weakened team with an eye on final pool match against Samoa

Fri Oct 02 2015 - 18:30

Liam Toland: England and Robshaw let down by decisions off pitch

Stuart Lancaster may come to regret omitting Steffon Armitage from squad

Mon Sept 28 2015 - 08:30

Heyneke Meyer wants intense pressure to create new Springbok diamonds

South Africa get World Cup back on track with victory over Samoa but injuries mount up

Mon Sept 28 2015 - 01:01

South Africa’s Jean de Villiers ruled out of the World Cup

Springboks captain sustained fractured jaw during 46-6 win over Samoa at Villa Park

Sun Sept 27 2015 - 12:32

Bokke back with a bang after Villa Park show of strength

Gavin Cummiskey gauges the mood as Springboks roar back to life against Samoa

Sun Sept 27 2015 - 11:34

Samoa in the firing line as Springboks plan powerful response

South Africa to rely on traditional game to banish memories of defeat to Japan

Sat Sept 26 2015 - 01:00