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Rugby

McMillan’s message, Lowe’s contract, and a big derby
'It would be great to have James here next year... It's still playing out'
Ryan captains much-changed Leinster side for Lions clash
Aki and Ioane return in Connacht team to face Munster
IRFU wants McMillan to remain as Munster boss into next season
'We want to fill stadiums' - Ireland excited as Aviva ticket sales hit 26,000
'Other people might make a decision around whether I’m here next year' – McMillan
'It has been my whole life essentially': Luke McGrath hoping Leinster farewell will be laced with silverware
Yesterday
7th May 2026
The play-off permutations for the provinces ahead of the penultimate weekend of the regular season
It promises to be quite the finale.
'I'd be lying if I said I wasn't disappointed around the decision' - McMillan on Randle U-turn
Jack Crowley ruled out as Munster make five enforced changes for Connacht derby
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James Tracy on Leinster's win, narratives, and a huge inter-pro derby
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'We're a different animal' - Ireland have chance to finish Six Nations strong
Ulster and Stormers name teams for URC clash
Ireland bring Higgins into midfield for Wales clash in Belfast
'To be involved with Ireland in any way is an honour and I'm buzzing to be here'
Tuesday
5th May 2026
McNamara extends Bordeaux Bègles contract until 2029
How 13-man Leinster dominated 15-man Toulon for 3 crucial minutes
Leinster’s assertive defence and patient, potent shortside attack were crucial.
Wales rugby great Leigh Halfpenny announces retirement
'I genuinely don't think the media have been really hard on Leinster'
Forde and Victory to miss rest of Connacht's season, but Ioane returns for Munster clash
'To be in the position to challenge on both fronts is without question a goal of ours'
'Munster is such a big club, it's always in the media. That's outside noise'
Cullen's comments, Leinster's victory, and Ulster make a final
Beirne, Farrell, Jager, Kleyn and Nash all ruled out of Munster's trip to Connacht
Blow for Ulster as Stockdale to see surgeon, McCloskey a doubt for Challenge Cup final
Hugo Keenan signs two-year contract extension for Leinster and Ireland
RFU backs Steve Borthwick to lead England into 2027 World Cup after review
Connacht sign Leinster prop Jerry Cahir in next stop on remarkable pro rugby journey
'It hasn’t been a straight road, but we want to give ourselves the best chance to win both'
This week
3rd May 2026 - 8th May 2026
Denis Buckley to leave Connacht after 17 years
Robbie Henshaw to miss Leinster's clash with Lions
'People think I’m talking nonsense but it’s a challenge' - Cullen
Brilliant Bordeaux clean out Bath to set up Champions Cup final with Leinster
Connacht conquerors Montpellier set up Challenge Cup final against Ulster
Leinster hope to muster the spirit of 2018 as they head to Bilbao
Hugo Keenan and co will be watching closely as Bordeaux host Bath today.
Last week
26th April 2026 - 2nd May 2026
'We stuck in the fight really well' - Murphy rejoices as Ulster prepare for crack at Europe
Brilliant Ulster beat Exeter to reach Challenge Cup final
'You guys love throwing the boot into us, don't you? Whatever sells' - Cullen
Conan 'bullish' as Leinster give update on injuries against Toulon