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'We're definitely going to come out swinging... That's what Munster do'

Niall Scannell is relishing going up against a heavyweight Toulouse pack on Saturday.

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Apr 1st 2021, 6:00 AM

Beirne shows up strongly alongside immense Ryan in Ireland's second row

The Munster man showed he can win the gainline against France last weekend.

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Nov 3rd 2020, 7:00 PM

Ireland look to show 'we haven’t gone away' as Schmidt calls for abrasive edge

A big win in Rome would help Ireland to build more momentum.

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Feb 23rd 2019, 7:20 AM

Quiet man Moore intent on generating platform and energy for Ulster

‘If someone does something well, we make sure that they know about it. ‘

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Dec 12th 2018, 6:00 AM

'I felt like I was at home here' - Aki and Dillane saw Connacht as best option

The centre and lock explain why they signed new contracts with the western province.

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Oct 25th 2016, 4:47 PM

Luke Marshall getting his groove back as competition for centre spots heat up

“The last couple of seasons I’ve been a bit more one-dimensional,” but the 23-year-old is hoping to let his instinctive skills loose again.

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Sep 24th 2014, 7:30 AM

Analysis: Munster match Toulon's fierce physicality but errors prove costly (Part 1)

Using GIFs and videos, we take a look at the excellence of Rob Penney’s men in the tight and with their restarts.

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Apr 28th 2014, 9:26 PM

'No wrath of Pat yet but he's capable of it' says Connacht's John Muldoon

Pat Lam is a laid-back guy, says the flanker, but he will have no problems invoking the Eric Elwood roar if needs be.

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Aug 23rd 2013, 9:41 AM

Elwood pays tribute to 'immense' McSharry ahead of Biarritz tilt

The Connacht backline is looking its most dangerous in recent memory.

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Dec 11th 2012, 6:59 PM