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Rugby

Last month
October 2025
Top 14
43-year-old Ma'a Nonu on scoresheet in Toulon victory over Racing
19 Oct
2.4k
Caolin's Call
'Hungry' Caolin Blade isn't going to Ireland camp just to make up the numbers
19 Oct
2.5k
18
Top 14
Late Maximin try sends Pau top after shocking champions Toulouse
19 Oct
2.7k
pushing on
'It is a big statement win for us' - Ulster rejoice after bonus-point victory over Sharks
19 Oct
3.8k
16
poacher
Beirne shows his brilliance on the back of Munster's relentless defence
The Munster skipper credited others with giving him chances to cause carnage at the breakdown.
Murray Kinsella
19 Oct
6.5k
27
RELATED
'Why are these guys that bit hungrier than us?' - Leo Cullen
18 Oct
'The line in the sand has been drawn now, we've got to keep fighting to be at that level'
18 Oct
determination
'Why are these guys that bit hungrier than us?' - Leo Cullen
18 Oct
6.8k
52
Reaction
'The line in the sand has been drawn now, we've got to keep fighting to be at that level'
18 Oct
7.3k
71
statement
Beirne and Crowley immense as Munster rock Leinster at Croker
Clayton McMillan’s men were thoroughly deserved winners in Dublin.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Croke Park
18 Oct
12.3k
152
Boost
Ulster stun Sharks in South Africa
18 Oct
5.8k
41
Liveblog
Leinster 14 Munster 31, URC
Relive all the action as it happened at Croke Park.
18 Oct
29.5k
63
replacements
Leinster make two late changes for team to face Munster
18 Oct
8.2k
55
Heart on my Sleeve
'When we lost mum, my dad had to support three young kids'
Andrew Porter’s new autobiography is searingly honest.
Murray Kinsella
18 Oct
17.5k
5
Preview
Munster seek to keep the fire alive in Leinster rivalry
18 Oct
1.2k
Paarl Jam
'It was hard because I'm always the smallest guy on the team'
Thaakir Abrahams is looking to make a big impact in his second season with Munster.
Murray Kinsella
18 Oct
1.9k
5
Keep It Going
'The humidity is the real killer' - Ulster aim to continue winning run in Durban
18 Oct
1.1k
4
URC
Connacht buoyed by Lions but fall agonisingly short against Bulls
17 Oct
6.7k
96
Team news
Ulster make 5 changes as Sharks recall more internationals for Durban clash
17 Oct
2.7k
13
experience
'I'm after silverware' - Munster man Ryan still driven at the age of 37
17 Oct
2.3k
5
Derby
'They're going to be gunning for us' - Gibson-Park relishing Croke Park clash with Munster
17 Oct
1.5k
3
proud province
'Part of my motivation is getting more Munster players in the national side'
17 Oct
4.9k
19
Update
Munster boss McMillan eases concerns over Nash injury
16 Oct
5.5k
9
Team news
Edogbo and Gleeson return to beef up Munster pack for Croke Park clash
16 Oct
7.3k
70
reinforcements
Lions and Snyman return for Leinster's clash with Munster
16 Oct
6.8k
35
November Tests
Farrell looks to develop competition around Ireland's familiar core
The Ireland boss has opted for the usual continuity, but there are some fresher faces in the group.
Murray Kinsella
16 Oct
3.6k
7
URC
Connacht's Lions return for Bulls' visit
16 Oct
2.5k
18
Change
Rugby Championship shelved next year, back for 2027 in new calendar
16 Oct
4.8k
13
Loosehead
Ireland have another explosive prospect in 22-year-old McCarthy
The Leinster man was outstanding in a talented Ireland U20 team in 2023.
Murray Kinsella
15 Oct
8.1k
42
standards
'Sometimes I'm a little bit too demanding, but the players have been brilliant'
15 Oct
5.0k
named
Uncapped McCarthy included in Ireland squad for November
15 Oct
8.0k
71
PodcastRugby Weekly Extra
The Big Leinster-Munster Preview
tough stance
Ten-year ban for Australian rugby league players joining 'counterfeit' R360
15 Oct
4.4k
5
Rivalry
'I didn't realise it was a big deal but everyone was sending the memes'
15 Oct
9.1k
9
Comment
The Prendergast v Crowley circus rolls into town for another season
15 Oct
4.4k
36
Dates For Diary
Aviva Stadium to host Leinster's two Champions Cup home pool ties
14 Oct
3.5k
Stand up and fight
'Unless we’re able for this challenge, go and do something else'
14 Oct
3.9k
12
Interview
Van der Flier on Lions 'mixed emotions' and leading Leinster as captain
14 Oct
1.9k
5
Skipper
Major boost for Munster as Beirne brings intelligent edge
14 Oct
2.6k
5
Boost
Snyman in mix for Leinster's Croke Park meeting with Munster
14 Oct
2.4k
7
squad update
Henshaw to be assessed, while Larmour may return for Leinster's meeting with Munster
13 Oct
3.8k
28
Podcast
Stockdale or Osborne at 15, Cardiff & Connacht’s Fyre Festival & Leinster/Munster in Croker
13 Oct
241
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