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# The Big Gig

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The 10 heart-wrenching stages of missing out on a big gig

You didn’t get the tickets, and now you’re paying for it. In EMOTION.

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Mar 10th 2014, 9:30 PM

Joe Schmidt's 1st briefing as Ireland coach

The Kiwi literally had to take his Leinster hat off this afternoon. Instead, he wore a sharp suit.

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Apr 29th 2013, 3:31 PM

Aspects of Ireland job would suit family life, says 'flattered' Joe Schmidt

The Leinster coach will discuss a potential role as Ireland coach with the IRFU this week.

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Apr 16th 2013, 3:18 PM

Après Match: Who'll get the nod for the final?

It’s the old guard v the young pretenders. The A team take on the B team. The masters face their apprentices.

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Jun 30th 2012, 10:00 PM