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Opinion: Andy Farrell looking to solve the England equation

Ireland and England face off at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin this weekend with the Guinness…

Late Sexton penalty secures Ireland win at Murrayfield

24-27. A test match which ebbed and flowed throughout that Ireland won late after looking set…

Tough draws for Connacht and Ulster as European Rugby Challenge Cup quarter final revealed

This is a competition which I am conflicted with. Perhaps, it is because the massive landslide…

Tricky assignments for Leinster and Munster as road to Heineken Champions Cup quarter final stage revealed

A mundane March afternoon for yours truly until the EPCR draw. The Heineken Champions Cup last…

Ireland’s potential offloading game starts to emerge in Rome win

For Andy Farrell and backroom staff, this 10-48 away win in Rome yesterday was probably greeted…

French flashes of brilliance enough to see off misfiring Ireland

The good news yesterday was that the weather opened up just enough to ensure some quality…

Wales win but Ireland can take positives

The Sunday matinee did not disappoint. Early drama with the early red card for Peter O’Mahony…

Opinion: Is Andy Farrell ready to plan for RWC 2023?

Andy Farrell has his feet under the international head coach table. The season just past was…

More harsh lessons for Munster Rugby to digest as Leinster Rugby strike late to win at Thomond Park

We have been here before Munster Rugby. Leinster Rugby winning their fifth consecutive fixture against Munster…

Part One – Rainbow Cup: South African franchises overview

The bold and exciting news from Guinness Pro14 of the inclusion of the four former South…