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Rugby

Connacht
Lancaster makes case for the defence as he tightens the rearguard
1 hr ago
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MOVES AHEAD
Toulon confirm signing of Leinster prop Slimani
2 hrs ago
1.6k
10
Selection
Bemand backs Moloney-MacDonald to bring 'a bit of edge' in Twickenham
4 hrs ago
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Team news
Murphy and Stewart return in strong Ulster side to face depleted La Rochelle
4 hrs ago
1.8k
13
Ireland team named to play England in front of record-breaking crowd at Twickenham
7 hrs ago
1.3k
6
green wave
'We need to start turning over teams that are in the top two or top three'
11 hrs ago
2.8k
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locked in
'I just love that part of the game' - McCarthy keen to get his claws into Sale maul
12 hrs ago
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reflections
'I've just simplified everything in my head' - Stockdale on trusting the process
12 hrs ago
889
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Yesterday
8th April 2026
Tit for tat
Leinster's attack mixes the slick with the sloppy against Edinburgh
There was some excellent work in transition from Leo Cullen’s side again.
Murray Kinsella
22 hrs ago
1.1k
1
Ciao Sergio
Italy legend Parisse appointed as Azzurri forwards coach
8 Apr
1.8k
1
New Addition
Ulster sign Irish-qualified out-half Jamie Benson from Quins
8 Apr
4.9k
24
Fixture Details
Leinster's potential home Champions Cup semi-final set for Aviva Stadium
8 Apr
5.6k
15
Staying Put
In-demand prop De Lutiis rebuffs Ireland to commit to Australia
Ulster and the IRFU have been chasing De Lutiis, who has opted to remain in Australia for another three years.
8 Apr
4.9k
31
Impact
'He's got a point of difference' - Baird's impressive return is timely for Leinster
8 Apr
3.1k
12
Tuesday
7th April 2026
onto the next
Connacht and Ulster keep their good times rolling in Challenge Cup
7 Apr
1.9k
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Champions Cup
Biting ban leaves Sale facing hooker shortage for Leinster clash
7 Apr
3.5k
7
last push
Carty poised to play vital role in hunt for glory over final few weeks at Connacht
7 Apr
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4
Challenge Cup
Doak and Herring doubtful for Ulster's quarter-final clash with La Rochelle
7 Apr
1.8k
5
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PodcastRugby Weekly Extra
Leinster's progress, Munster's misery, wins for Connacht and Ulster
57m
u-turn
Veteran Courtney Lawes eyes England return after joining Sale
7 Apr
2.5k
3
Iceman
Former Wallabies out-half Bernard Foley to retire at end of season
7 Apr
2.2k
1
no room for error
Leinster need to shake loose play out of their system as Champions Cup heats up
7 Apr
2.4k
9
This week
5th April 2026 - 9th April 2026
Decision time
Stuart Lancaster hopeful Shamus Hurley-Langton will commit future to Connacht
6 Apr
5.7k
33
Sole Focus
'We still have an opportunity of a trophy' - Munster look to save season in URC
6 Apr
3.7k
34
Work to do
Leinster still searching for top form after shaky showing against Edinburgh
6 Apr
2.0k
9
Dates For The Diary
Fixture details and TV information for Champions Cup/Challenge Cup quarter-finals
5 Apr
5.0k
1
Reaction
'To give up three intercept tries, it's highly unusual' - Cullen
5 Apr
4.3k
13
emphatic
Champions Cup holders Bordeaux-Begles crush Leicester to reach last eight
5 Apr
3.6k
15
chaotic
7-try Leinster survive a scare in wild Champions Cup clash with Edinburgh
The Scottish side led early in the second half after capitalising on a series of Leinster mistakes.
Ciarán Kennedy
Reports from Aviva Stadium
5 Apr
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As it happened
Leinster 49-31 Edinburgh, Champions Cup, Round of 16
5 Apr
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Preview
Leinster step into Champions Cup knockouts still searching for best form
5 Apr
3.0k
7
Regrets
Munster's shortcomings play into ruthless Exeter's hands
5 Apr
3.1k
20
Last week
29th March 2026 - 4th April 2026
Boost
Ulster edge Ospreys to secure quarter-final spot
The Irish side will next meet La Rochelle in the Challenge Cup.
4 Apr
4.8k
43
Winning
Toulouse crush Bristol to move into Champions Cup quarters
4 Apr
7.7k
13
down and out
'If you’re down 31 points, it’s going to be hard to come back' - McMillan
4 Apr
5.3k
29
campaign over
Munster crash out of Challenge Cup after Exeter's first-half blitz
Clayton McMillan’s men were taken apart by the Chiefs in the opening 40 minutes.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Sandy Park
4 Apr
6.7k
76
knockout rugby
Exeter v Munster, Challenge Cup round of 16
4 Apr
16.6k
76
High praise
Lancaster: Connacht centre Forde has same attributes as Henshaw
4 Apr
3.7k
13
Leaders
'When you run out with Tadhg, it lifts everyone. He's world-class'
The Munster captain has been making turnovers since the beginning of his career.
Murray Kinsella
4 Apr
1.5k
9
history lesson
'It was very emotional' - Leinster take inspiration from trip to Kilmainham Gaol
4 Apr
2.5k
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