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This year
2023
While others ponder Munster's future, they have to get better right now
Graham Rowntree’s side repeatedly shot themselves in the foot against the Sharks.
Electric Dembele fires Barca past Real Sociedad to Copa semis
Manager Xavi celebrated his 43rd birthday with a 1-0 win in a pulsating cup clash.
Last year
2022
Donn McClean: Constitution Hill a strong Cheltenham contender after blistering run
The five-year-old produced a strong performance to win the Grade 1 Betfair Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle.
Celtics win 8th straight, while Warriors' away woes continue despite Curry's 50
It’s Golden State’s worst road start since they went 0-9 in 1989.
'He's due some big starts in big games... there's a real battle for 9'
Bernard Jackman feels Craig Casey is pushing Conor Murray harder than ever in Munster.
All time
PSG still waiting for Lionel Messi to find Ballon d'Or form
With Neymar set for a spell on the sidelines, the responsibility on the Argentine star’s shoulders has increased.
Irish-eligible winger continues rich vein of form
Marcus Harness scored his eighth goal in 12 appearances for Portsmouth this evening.
Has Josh van der Flier played himself into the Lions conversation?
The Leinster openside’s form was discussed on today’s episode of The42 Rugby Weekly Extra.
'If there was a Lions team picked now, he'd be the first name in the backline'
Robbie Henshaw delivered another outstanding display as Leinster won the Pro14 last weekend.
'Tadhg Beirne has cemented his spot... he's been a real bonus for Ireland'
Will Connors has excelled at openside over the last two weekends.
'His athleticism is ridiculous but he can also pack a scrum' - Beirne pushes for Ireland start
The Munster lock has been in excellent form in recent months.
Form of exciting young guns makes for lengthy Munster selection meetings
The likes of Craig Casey, Ben Healy, and Gavin Coombes have been putting their hands up.
Hat-trick for hooker Andrew as Ulster run away with bonus-point win in Edinburgh
John Cooney also scored a brace of tries as Ulster romped home in the Scottish capital.
'He's such a hard-working lad on and off the pitch' - Casey in fine form for Munster
The 21-year-old has started four consecutive games for the southern province.
'I think my game is coming along really nicely, to be honest' - Stockdale
The 24-year-old has been playing at fullback for Ulster in recent times.
More Benzema magic inspires Real Madrid toward two-point La Liga lead
The French striker produced a moment of genius to tee up Casemiro for Madrid’s winner at Espanyol.
Some surprise omissions but Farrell's 'dynamic' squad has plenty of form
The new Ireland head coach has made some big calls ahead of the Six Nations.
Munster satisfied with Murray's form as pressure comes on for Ireland spot
Johann van Graan says the scrum-half has been ‘really good’ in the red jersey recently.
Farrell: Door still open for Kearney, or any in-form player, to feature in Six Nations
“I’ve spoken to Rob but also other players who are not here and told them we will be watching them over this Christmas period.”
Connacht man Carty's rise brings him a World Cup start for Ireland
The 27-year-old Athlone man gets his chance to shine against Japan on Saturday.
'I wasn’t panicking' - Conor Murray unfazed by debate about his Six Nations form
Ireland’s scrum-half has been ignoring the debate around his form in the Six Nations.
'Conor is a world class player': Van Graan not concerned by Murray's form during Six Nations
The Munster head coach said massive standards are constantly expected of players like Conor Murray.
'Joey Carbery could play 10 for any of the teams in the Six Nations' - Jackman
Should Ireland use this year’s championship as a squad strengthening exercise?
Carbery shines for Munster in 'special performance' at Kingsholm
The 23-year-old out-half scored two tries and kicked at 100% for the third time in a row.
Denis Buckley focuses on Connacht form after featuring in Ireland camp
The 28-year-old was superb as Connacht’s pack took Zebre apart in the scrum on Saturday.
'I hate one-on-one drills with Sweets because he can make you look like a fool'
Munster will hope their exciting wing can make the difference away to Glasgow Warriors this evening.
Ireland's Dan Martin fourth as Geraint Thomas tunes up for Tour with Dauphine success
The 32-year-old Welsh rider registered probably the greatest success of his professional career.
O'Halloran and O'Brien doubts as Connacht bid to halt losing run
The western province have a single win in the last six games and will end their season against Glasgow and Leinster.
Beirne among four Irishmen nominated for European Player of the Year
Conor Murray, Tadhg Furlong and Johnny Sexton are also in the mix.
After a slow start to the season, former League of Ireland favourite Horgan is finding his rhythm at Preston
The ex-Dundalk winger has made 14 appearances for the club in total since the start of the campaign.
With less than 2 weeks until Denmark, here's how Ireland's key players are shaping up
Some of Ireland’s likely starting XI to face the Danes have fared better than others at club level in recent weeks.
First Dates Ireland is already looking for participants for series 2
Now’s your chance.
Schmidt faces 'selection headaches' after Bowe, Cave and Henry impress
Schmidt was pleased with the performance of his midfield pairing at Wembley.
Hurricanes pay respects to Collins as they claim top spot in Super Rugby
Chris Boyd’s side were superb in attack once again to secure a home semi-final.
Madrid should be worried about Ronaldo's form - Capello
The Italian suspects that injuries are taking their toll on the Portuguese attacker.
Liverpool have clicked into last season's form - Brendan Rodgers
The Merseyside club’s manager is delighted with the performances of Raheem Sterling.
Google receives 41,000 requests to delete search results in first four days
More than 12,000 requests were made on the first day alone as Google copes with the ruling made by the European Court of Justice.
This is what the new Local Property Tax form will look like...
The form will need to be completed before the LPT comes into effect on 1 July.
Mark your Card: your best bets for the St Stephen’s Day Super 6
Horse racing waits for no man – Declan Smyth picks the winners from a bumper day of Grade racing in Ireland and the UK.
Mark your Card: your best bets for today’s Grade racing
Declan Smyth picks us a winner from this afternoon’s three Grade races at Navan.