Leinster's Jack Conan called into Ireland squad as France prep continues
Gavin Coombes has returned to Munster.
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Gavin Coombes has returned to Munster.
The 31-year-old was sent off for making contact with the head of Tomas Francis.
A home defeat to les Bleus would leave Ireland staring at a miserable Six Nations campaign.
The Leinster man’s performance was discussed on today’s episode of The42 Rugby Weekly Extra.
The Ireland out-half missed touch with the final kick of yesterday’s game – ending Ireland’s hopes of a sensational come-from-behind win.
An opening-round defeat away to Wales has Ireland on the back foot.
Johnny Sexton and Andy Farrell stressed that Billy Burns didn’t cost Ireland the game in Cardiff.
The Munster captain was sent off in the 14th minute in Cardiff.
Josh van der Flier says he and the seven-man pack felt ‘comfortable’ at half-time, but errors allowed Wales win back control.
CJ Stander credits his team mates for giving Wales a massive fright today.
2021 got off to a rough start for Andy Farrell’s side.
Andy Farrell’s men racked up a big error count in the second half as they came up short.
The back row was sent off with just 13 minutes on the clock in Ireland’s Six Nations campaign.
Ireland kick off their Six Nations campaign with a 21-16 defeat to Wales after Peter O’Mahony gets red carded.
The Welshman has had success against Ireland in the past.
We look at the big issues as Andy Farrell’s Ireland kick off their 2021 campaign in Cardiff.
Wales take on Ireland tomorrow after slumping to seven defeats from 10 games in 2020.
Noel Mannion is best remembered for his iconic try against Wales in 1989 – but his fondest memories come from crossing the border to play in Ulster.
Andy Farrell says criticism of Welsh team is unfair.
Andy Farrell has opted for five Leinster backs in his starting XV while Josh Van Der Flier gets selected at openside.
The tournament starts this weekend in Rome, London and Cardiff.
The 27-year-old is set to team up with CJ Stander and Peter O’Mahony.
We’re kicking off a new series ‘Hear The Roar’ with our Six Nations coverage sponsor William Hill.
The 25-year-old was the top try-scorer at the 2019 World Cup.
The 35-year-old has recovered from a hamstring issue.
The Munster man is often tasked with holding width in Ireland’s attacking shape.
Quinn Roux has also picked up an injury, while Gavin Coombes and Ryan Baird join the squad.
An RFU spokesperson said a bid with Ireland, Scotland, and Wales was being considered.
The Ireland boss will feel many of his key men are in good form coming into this Six Nations.
The proposal caused outcry on both sides of the Irish Sea.
The 18-year-old heads to Ipswich Town after his Millwall spell was cut short.
Craig Casey is eager to earn his first Ireland cap.
The Munster lock has been in excellent form in recent months.
Adam Griggs’ side are yet to qualify amidst uncertainty due to the pandemic.
The head coach believes he has named a strong squad even if several players are short of game time
The 35-year-old believes Ireland are in good condition to make a dent in 2021.
The 25-year-old has been crucial at tighthead for Leinster and Ireland in the past six months.
The Wales captain has not played since December.
Taylor’s win over Delfine Persoon was voted the most memorable sporting moment.
Ireland suffered a 36-run loss in the third one-day international in Abu Dhabi today.