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Rugby

Wales make three changes for Ireland clash
In-demand Brumbies head coach Stephen Larkham extends contract
The kick chase in Twickenham that summed Nick Timoney up
The Ulster man has been in fine form for Ireland in the Six Nations.
Yesterday
3rd March 2026
Dave Rennie appointed as New Zealand head coach until 2027 Rugby World Cup
Farrell set to make handful of changes for Ireland's clash with Wales
England make sweeping changes for Italy Six Nations clash
From Paris pain to Twickenham triumph: how Ireland turned their Six Nations around
Decisive attack, aerial wins, important tackles - Osborne shines at 15
O'Connell: 'Guys need experiences to learn what it takes'
Monday
2nd March 2026
Farrell looking for more of the same as Ireland welcome Wales
Six Nations trophy to be replaced due to fire damage
Costelow ruled out of Wales team for trip to face Ireland
'He's a brilliant personality to have around' - Ireland welcome Aki back into squad
Attack coach Rod Seib to depart Connacht, while Perpignan confirm signing of Luke McGrath
Ireland-Wales look-ahead and a magic moment for Connacht
Sunday
1st March 2026
Bundee Aki returns to Irish squad ahead of Wales game
Murphy looking for answers on Ulster's struggles in Wales
McMillan: Munster need to get prep right for South Africa trip after Zebre win
Mixed emotions for Connacht's Lancaster as he coaches against son for the first time
'It felt like every time I opened Instagram for two or three days, it was just my face'
Stuart McCloskey is enjoying his strong run of form in the Ireland team.
Last week
22nd February 2026 - 28th February 2026
Ulster fall short in Wales again as Ospreys edge tight contest
Munster produce strong second-half showing to shake off Zebre
Connacht snatch victory with 80th-minute try to end Glasgow’s winning run
'It was going to be difficult to attack – the ball was like a bar of soap'
'I don't even know if Jamo said anything to me. We just locked eyes and it was an instinct thing'
Leinster misfire in the Welsh rain as they fall to defeat
English Prem rugby to scrap promotion and relegation
Ulster start four Ireland squad members against Ospreys
Bundee Aki and Cian Prendergast on Connacht bench for Glasgow clash
'The game's in a good place' - No law changes after World Rugby talks
UNLOCKED: The best of this week's Rugby Weekly Extra
The IRFU will want to keep Farrell after the 2027 World Cup
The popular head coach has enjoyed remarkable success with the national team.
Even after a record-breaking day in Twickenham, Ireland see room for improvement
'He's taught me and he's always there to help' - Postlethwaite salutes Ireland star McCloskey
Munster to double down on McMillan's vision as Prendergast exits
The Limerick man was a key figure in the province’s URC success in 2023.
Blow for Ireland as James Lowe to miss rest of Six Nations through injury
Saracens 'categorically state' no offer made to Ireland head coach Andy Farrell
Business as usual for Ireland despite Farrell links to Saracens
Munster welcome back Ireland internationals for URC tie against Zebre
Munster confirm departure date for senior coach Mike Prendergast