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# Update

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'Devastated but counting my blessings' - Brid Stack looking forward to recovery after neck injury
The All-Ireland winner suffered a neck fracture in a game in Adelaide on Sunday.
James McClean restored to Stoke City squad after accepting punishment for Covid-19 breach
The Ireland winger has reportedly been fined a week’s wages.
Knox ruled out but Kilcoyne and O'Donoghue set to be available for Munster against Leinster
The young tighthead is set for a spell on the sidelines but Munster aim to welcome back some heavy artillery for their rescheduled interpro.
Connacht hoping Aki recovers from knee issue for crucial Munster clash
The Ireland centre has been absent over the past two weekends.
Ulster assessing Stockdale injury as lengthy lay-off is confirmed for Reidy
The northern province are preparing to take on Leinster at the RDS on Friday night.
Elite sport continues but golf, tennis and gyms affected by new restrictions
The government has announced a return to Level 5 lockdown to combat the spread of Covid-19.
Munster move past Healy frustration as Carbery makes 'really good' progress
The 21-year-old out-half is set to be out of action for two to four weeks.
Sexton and Ringrose back in contention for Leinster ahead of Saints' visit to the RDS
Leinster say Ringrose is in the final stages of recovery from a broken jaw, while Sexton’s dead leg will be assessed further this week.
Dundalk appoint Giovagnoli as permanent head coach two days after FAI Cup success
The Italian remains at the helm, with Giuseppe Rossi and Shane Keegan also signing new deals.
'George is looking good' - England out-half Ford fit to face Ireland after Achilles injury
Eddie Jones names his team tomorrow morning.
Willett moves into Masters contention with second-round 66 as McIlroy battles back from worst-ever start
Tommy Fleetwood also took route 66 up the leaderboard at Augusta.
Furlong and Baird to step up training load as Leinster men continue injury recovery
Sean Cronin is in a similar position after his recent thumb injury.
Clean bill of health for Ireland in lead-up to Italy clash as Lowe remains with Farrell's squad
Peter O’Mahony and Chris Farrell have joined the squad following periods of self-isolation while five training invitees have returned to their provinces.
Ryan Baird ruled out of Ireland's remaining Six Nations fixtures
Ultan Dillane called up to Ireland squad, with O’Mahony and Farrell to link up with camp after completing isolation period.
Waterford GAA to continue investigation into Dungarvan Covid controversy at management exec meeting
A full meeting of the management executive of Waterford county board has been set for tomorrow night.
Sexton removal 'a precaution' but Leinster worried about Deegan knee injury
The out-half was replaced after just 23 minutes of the win against the Dragons.
World Rugby vice-chairman Bernard Laporte released from police custody
It comes amid an investigation into suspicions that the 56-year-old favoured Top 14 club Montpellier.
Ryan shines for Racing, Copeland's debut, and Kidney's Exiles struggle
Jeremy Davidson’s Brive are leading the Top 14 after the opening round.
Connacht lock Thornbury back on his feet after Sunday concussion
Head coach Andy Friend will continue with his plans to rotate through his squad for Sunday’s clash with Munster.
Munster academy player who tested positive for Covid-19 now asymptomatic
Six other players remain in self-isolation but have tested negative so far.
One positive case in latest round of Premier League testing
The identity of the individual and club was not revealed.
Pro14 season could still be restarted but will definitely be curtailed, say Scottish Rugby Union
An update from SRU chief operating officer Dominic McKay, who is a Pro14 board member.
Camogie Association still plan to complete 2020 competitions as staff set for 10% pay deferral
All camogie activity is suspended until 5 May after taking advice from relevant state authorities.
Munster Rugby doctor joins frontline fight against Covid-19 as remote training continues
In addition to his role with the southern province, Dr Jamie Kearns has just returned to work at University Hospital Galway.
Camogie Association extend suspension of activities to mid-April - at earliest
A fixture plan update amidst the Covid-19 crisis, with Congress also postponed.
Injury setback leaves Stevens doubtful for Ireland's play-off against Slovakia
The Sheffield United left-back has suffered a recurrence of a calf injury, according to his club’s manager.
Ireland without Brighton star for crucial Euro qualifiers, business as usual amid coronavirus fears
Another record crowd at Tallaght Stadium is expected for the Greece tie on Thursday night, with over 5,000 tickets gone.
Major blow for Ireland as star player Peat ruled out for remainder of Six Nations
An ankle injury has forced 39-year-old prop Lindsay Peat out.
Ireland without 18-year-old sensation for remainder of Six Nations due to Leaving Cert
Adam Griggs has named his squad to face England.
'By the state of his ankle it looks pretty serious' - Bad news for Ireland and Newcastle defender
Magpies boss Steve Bruce addressed Ciaran Clark’s injury after their defeat to Arsenal.
Estonian star into first Grand Slam quarter after illness and surgery, as Halep looms at Australian Open
An update from Down Under as the action heats up.
Lowry five off the lead at halfway mark in Dubai as Harrington squeezes inside cut
Eddie Pepperell is on eight-under at the top of the leaderboard.
Saracens told to comply with salary cap or be relegated from Premiership - report
The defending champions are facing relegation if they are found to have breached the salary cap again.
Addison and Moore in race against time for crunch weekend clash
Ulster full-back had been hoping for Six Nations call-up.
Camogie Association intervene in bid to keep Laois in 2020 adult competitions
Laois Camogie announced yesterday that the county would not field for the 2020 inter-county season due to ‘unavailability of players’.
Worcester second row Fatialofa to undergo surgery on neck injury
The New Zealander was injured against Saracens on Sunday.
Carbery 'fine' to face Ulster but concern for Munster over Hanrahan and O'Donnell
The southern province will look to return to winning ways when they travel to Kingspan Stadium this weekend.
Henry Slade emerges as a Six Nations concern for England
An injury sustained last weekend is expected to sideline the Exeter Chiefs centre for up to two months.
FAI 'unable to accept' Oireachtas invitation
The association say they want to prioritise ‘the refinancing package that will guarantee the future of the FAI and safeguard jobs’.
'Mentally strong' Staunton set for return to Australia as recovery from horror injury continues
After giving ‘the mind a rest,’ the 37-year-old returns to her AFLW base tomorrow.