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Rugby

Last year
2024
Paul O'Connell remains an invaluable part of the Ireland set-up
The lineout work needs to improve but O’Connell still has a major influence.
'I've been in and around Irish squads and that disappointment is constantly there'
Jacob Stockdale signs new two-year deal with Ulster
Doris, Porter, and McCarthy started all 11 Ireland games in 2024
The likes of James Lowe and Josh van der Flier also racked up heavy workloads.
Ulster's bid to halt losing run rocked by injuries as Connacht challenge looms
'I have a lot more to give' - Robbie Henshaw says ambition is driving force behind new IRFU deal
'I don't agree with the way he did it, but I respect him also for being honest'
Injury-hit Munster set for brutal test from 'brilliantly boring' Leinster
Munster's Casey, Kleyn, and Abrahams ruled out for 4 months
Jamie Osborne in contention for Leinster return against Munster, McCloskey a doubt for Ulster
'Nobody is trying to get a Leinster player in trouble' - Wilkins backs Hansen over ref comments
Mack's gripe, Top 14 salaries, wins for Leinster and Munster
Robbie Henshaw signs new Leinster and Ireland contract
Connacht-Munster rugby game confirmed for Mayo GAA ground in Castlebar
Hastings Insurance MacHale Park will host the fixture on 29 March.
'Jordie gives confidence to the person beside him, which is invaluable'
Saracens move to third, Glasgow win historic rugby game at Hampden Park
'We had a bit of disruption with a couple of guys pulling out, so we're really pleased'
Hansen: 'We never get any calls, ever. I’ve been feeling this for years now'
Leinster hold off spirited Connacht rally to edge Aviva interpro
Leo Cullen’s side remain unbeaten this season.
Leinster v Connacht, URC
Leinster shuffle deck as Connacht bring big guns back for Aviva interpro
'It was about outcome tonight, us versus them' - Munster coach Ian Costello
Farrell the hat-trick try hero for Munster as they pinch the points away to Ulster
Late, late show for the visitors as they pulled victory out of the bag when all seemed lost.
Ulster v Munster, URC
Warren Gatland to stay as Wales coach but must ‘change fortunes on the pitch’
Tom Ilube resigns as RFU chairman amid pay controversy
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A Christmas compilation
The 42′s Gavan Casey looks back on some of the best conversations from the past week’s subscriber episodes of Rugby Weekly Extra. Bernard Jackman and Murray Kinsella talk Ireland’s lack of lineout culture, while James Tracy tells us why things aren’t as bad for Munster as some may fear.
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Michael Lowry signs three-year contract extension with Ulster
Jordie Barrett moves to 12 for Leinster while Connacht start internationals
'It’s our job to stop feeling sorry for ourselves'
Leinster's Tommy O'Brien hopes to have finally put injury woes behind him
Sevens star Zac Ward earns three-year Ulster deal
John Cooney handed Ulster start, O'Donoghue and Coombes return for Munster
'Powerhouse' Doris an ideal choice as British & Irish Lions captain - All Blacks legend Read
'The ball's in my court. They had a look at me and it's up to me to push'
'It makes or breaks your Christmas, so hopefully it will make it this week'
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Leinster's phase v transition attack, Munster's scrum misfortune & who backs up JGP for Ireland
James Tracy joins Gavan Casey to analyse Leinster’s victory over Clermont, to discuss why he feels Munster’s defeat to Castres wasn’t as bad as it appeared, and to debate which young Irish out-half should take Craig Casey’s place if he misses out on the Six Nations.
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Ulster centre Ben Carson pens three-year extension
‘What’s going on with Leinster’s lineout?’
'Cherish victories because there will come a time when you don't get them'