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Rugby
Last year
2025
Irish Abroad
'I'm very proud of my time in Leinster but I needed something different'
Ross Molony is thriving in his first season with Johann van Graan’s Bath.
United Rugby ChampionshipHurley-Langton returns as Connacht make four changes for season finale against Zebre
PodcastThe 42 Rugby WeeklyAnger, frustration, and sadness as the Ireland's men's sevens programme is shut down
34m
Sacrifice
This is a sad end to the Ireland sevens' exciting, emotional journey
The IRFU’s decision has been met with anger and frustration.
succession planning
How will Munster deal with the exits of POM, Murray, and Archer?
Their experience is impossible to replace but the southern province must move on next season.
versatile
Who is new Connacht signing Sam Gilbert?
The 26-year-old can play at fullback, wing, centre, and out-half.
room for improvement'We're not where we want to be' - Richie Murphy on difficult first season at Ulster
On The 42Selection
'I wouldn't have been shy in saying I wanted to be a Lion. I was absolutely gutted'
On The 42in it to win it
'There's many hungry teams trying to win the URC. We don’t feel entitled or anything'
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