# Leinster

Last week

29th January 2023 - 4th February 2023

# Wonderkid

'He would do things that would just make you say, ‘Wow!''

Naas RFC man Jamie Osborne has risen swiftly through the ranks into the Ireland squad.

39.9k

Feb 1st 2023, 8:00 PM

Last month

January 2023

# strength in depth

Under-strength Leinster outclass Cardiff in bonus point victory

Without their frontline internationals, Leinster still delivered a dominant victory.

21.1k

Jan 28th 2023, 7:13 PM

# last 16

Leinster-Ulster knockout Champions Cup clash confirmed for Aviva Stadium

Munster face Sharks on the same day.

8.1k

Jan 26th 2023, 10:40 AM

# URC

McBryde acknowledges Leinster have areas to improve ahead of Cardiff test

Leinster will be without their huge international contingent for Saturday’s URC fixture.

3.9k

Jan 24th 2023, 8:00 AM

# Talking Points

Porter leads Leinster, Ulster impress, Connacht stumble and Munster will miss Ryan

The42 writers look back on the weekend’s action for the province.

14.6k

Jan 23rd 2023, 8:05 PM

# Style and substance

'It’s highlight reel stuff . . . but always the most effective way to a positive end'

Garry Ringose’s unflashy excellence was discussed on today’s Rugby Weekly Extra

7.0k

Jan 23rd 2023, 4:47 PM

# Talking Points

Leinster's Joe Show, Connacht's Aki call, Ulster's defining night and Kilcoyne's Munster aim

The42 rugby writers look ahead to a huge weekend for the four Irish provinces.

12.0k

Jan 21st 2023, 8:30 AM

# Team news

Kelleher, McCarthy and Conan start for Leinster against Racing

The backline remains unchanged as Leinster look to go four wins from four.

16.2k

Jan 20th 2023, 12:11 PM

# squad goals

Byrne: I've spent enough time over the years worrying about things that aren't in my control

The Leinster out-half says he is ‘in a good headspace’ ahead of tomorrow’s Six Nations squad announcement.

24.9k

Jan 18th 2023, 5:08 PM

# Talking Points

Leinster's setpiece, the good and the bad for Munster, Ulster's half-back dilemma

Plenty to digest after the weekend’s Champions Cup ties for the Irish provinces.

20.5k

Jan 15th 2023, 7:22 PM

# Hooked

'I don’t know where my life would be if I didn’t pick up the rugby ball'

Munster hooker Kate Sheehan’s life has revolved around rugby.

24.1k

Jan 12th 2023, 12:00 PM

# Analysis

Kinsella on rugby: How Leinster's '11' and '21' plays got them out of trouble in Swansea

The lineout attack was the key weapon for the province against Ospreys.

12.4k

Jan 10th 2023, 12:00 PM

# women's interpros

Tullow and Tullamore teens the stars as Leinster make winning start under Tania Rosser

Last season’s runners-up launched their challenge for interpro honours with a bonus-point triumph over Connacht.

4.9k

Jan 7th 2023, 5:14 PM

# jack the lad

'Leinster Rugby is all about winning trophies' - Conan insists current form counts for nothing

The eastern province aren’t getting ahead of themselves.

4.4k

Jan 6th 2023, 7:00 AM

# Leinster

O'Gara shoots 1-4 as Dublin claim early O'Byrne Cup victory over Wicklow

Baltinglass hosted tonight’s clash.

17.9k

Jan 4th 2023, 10:11 PM

# Starting Sides

Dublin and Kerry name teams ahead of 2023 football openers tonight

Dublin are away to Wicklow and Kerry travel to face Cork.

10.0k

Jan 4th 2023, 11:33 AM

Last year

2022

# Injury Update

Furlong could return for Leinster's St Stephen's Day clash with Munster at Thomond

Ed Byrne and Thomas Clarkson are facing stints on the sideline.

5.8k

Dec 20th 2022, 3:00 PM

# statement

'They're truly the favourites. The defeat to La Rochelle was positive for them'

Leinster showed the full array of their qualities in Le Havre yesterday.

45.6k

Dec 11th 2022, 9:28 PM

# Skipper

Cullen hails Ringrose's 'calm, composed' leadership after big Leinster win

The Leinster boss was pleased with how his players managed their long journey yesterday.

10.6k

Dec 10th 2022, 4:26 PM

# Allez les Bleus

Leinster show European credentials with ruthless hammering of Racing

Leo Cullen’s men scored six tries in a comprehensive performance on the road in France.

42.5k

Dec 10th 2022, 2:54 PM

# On The Road

After their travel nightmare, Leinster must be close to best against Racing

Leo Cullen’s side weren’t able to do their captain’s run due to long delays on the journey to Le Havre.

33.2k

Dec 10th 2022, 8:00 AM

# Team news

Byrne starts at 10 for Leinster as Sexton and Furlong miss Racing clash

Dan Sheehan and Caelan Doris are back in the starting XV.

11.0k

Dec 9th 2022, 12:10 PM

# playmaker

Leinster set for Russell's 'full box of tricks' for Racing 92

Hugo Keenan is expecting a big challenge in the backfield this Saturday.

14.2k

Dec 7th 2022, 6:30 AM

# European adventure

Kinsella on rugby: Leinster the favourites as Champions Cup enters new era

Province should have won another European trophy since 2018 and will be determined to put it right.

7.8k

Dec 6th 2022, 3:52 PM

# Injury Update

Ngatai returns for Leinster but Sexton and Furlong remain doubts

The experienced out-half could miss out on the trip to France to face Racing 92.

7.6k

Dec 5th 2022, 3:28 PM

# Clutch

'There have been times where I thought I might never play for Ireland again'

Ross Byrne has reignited his Test career and continues to be a key man in Leinster.

32.5k

Dec 4th 2022, 8:00 AM

# Grassroots

Galway clubs land Connacht football titles, Leinster final wins for Wexford and Meath teams

Liatroim became the first Down club to win the Ulster intermediate hurling title today.

18.4k

Dec 3rd 2022, 6:02 PM

# Team news

Lowe returns for Leinster as Henderson starts at 6 for Ulster

The teams have been named for tomorrow night’s URC clash at the RDS.

9.9k

Dec 2nd 2022, 12:16 PM

# Good to go

Kelleher glad to be back and relishing competition after 'difficult time' out

The Leinster and Ireland hooker has endured a frustrating spell with injury.

4.6k

Dec 2nd 2022, 6:30 AM

# job

'I’ve Will telling me every time I go home I was crap so that'll keep my feet on the ground!'

Leinster’s Jimmy O’Brien won’t get carried away after a rollercoaster autumn in the green of Ireland.

27.9k

Dec 1st 2022, 12:00 PM

# Porridge

'It is a motivation, you want to get to that level and you're constantly trying'

Leinster and Ireland flanker Will Connors is not far off making his return to action.

8.6k

Nov 30th 2022, 6:45 AM

# Rugby

'He's in good form' - Henshaw upbeat despite injury setbacks as Leinster big games await

Henshaw will miss the upcoming interprovincial derbies with Ulster, Munster and Connacht.

5.1k

Nov 29th 2022, 6:00 AM

# Tune in

Munster, Connacht and Leinster club finals live in next weekend's GAA TV action

The Ulster club decider will be live-streamed on TG4′s YouTube channel.

8.1k

Nov 28th 2022, 9:00 AM

Leinster turn attention to Ulster as Cullen set to welcome international stars back

The eastern province consolidated their position as URC pace-setters in clinical style against Glasgow Warriors on Saturday

5.6k

Nov 28th 2022, 6:30 AM

# Brilliant Ballyhale

TJ Reid returns with 1-6 to fire Ballyhale past Naas and into Leinster senior club final

Ballyhale saw off Naas by 12 points.

10.1k

Nov 27th 2022, 3:31 PM

# Report

Academy star bags hat-trick as Leinster continue unbeaten start to URC

Leo Cullen’s men secured a comfortable bonus point triumph against Glasgow Warriors.

14.7k

Nov 26th 2022, 5:43 PM

# rematch

'I expect them to turn up with plenty of edge' - Leinster wary of Glasgow backlash

Glasgow lost 76-14 at the hands of Leinster in last season’s quarter-final.

5.8k

Nov 24th 2022, 7:00 AM

# proud province

'He's taken it to the next level' - Leinster praise for world's best JVDF

Luke McGrath, Scott Penny and Robin McBryde wax lyrical about Josh van der Flier.

6.4k

Nov 22nd 2022, 6:30 AM

# Tune in

Leinster hurling and Ulster football club games live in next weekend's GAA TV action

Plenty for GAA fans to enjoy this weekend.

9.9k

Nov 21st 2022, 3:56 PM

# URC

Johnny Sexton to miss visit of Glasgow Warriors to RDS

Harry Byrne back in contention for out-half spot as he returns from injury.

8.4k

Nov 21st 2022, 3:05 PM