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best of 2023
The 42's Best of 2023: Andy Farrell, the ordinary kid who had to win
Ciarán Kennedy travels to Wigan to meet the coaches and players that shaped Ireland’s head coach.
On The 42the joe show
'Joe is getting better all the time' - McCarthy continues to impress for Leinster
clean sweep
The 42's Best of 2023: How did Ireland win the Grand Slam?
Murray Kinsella unpicks exactly how Andy Farrell’s Ireland won just the fourth Grand Slam in the country’s history.
On The 42suftum
Ulster hold out for single point win over bogey side Connacht
John Cooney’s accuracy from penalties enough to struggle through a scrappy second half.
Team newsEdogbo and Zebo start for Munster, while Leinster name Harry Byrne at 10 for Christmas derby
On The 42Connacht
Peter O'Mahony set to miss Munster v Leinster; Herring ruled out of Ulster v Connacht
Analysis
The potential risks and rewards of Leinster’s swoop for RG Snyman
The South African lock has the potential to be a game-changer or an expensive gamble for Leinster.
dotted line'There’s a lot more to come from me' - Caelan Doris 'delighted' to sign contract extension
Impact
'He really inspires you' - Nienaber striking right notes with Leinster squad
The South African coach has quickly impressed at his new club.
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