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Ronan O’Gara described Sam Prendergast as ‘the master of control.’ Had a look back at Prendergast’s performance against Scotland to see what exactly ROG meant:
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The Breakdown: How 21-year-old Sam Prendergast is already becoming the ‘master of control’ for Ireland
Sixty-seven seconds into Sunday’s game at Murrayfield, Scotland hooker Dave Cherry left his shoulder on Sam Prendergast.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/the-breakdown-how-21-year-old-sam-prendergast-is-already-becoming-the-master-of-control-for-ireland/a1282835229.html?errorCode=0
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Simon Easterby: There is an opportunity to create history – but we've got to prepare in the right way for Wales Reaction from Ireland’s bonus point win at Murrayfield:
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Simon Easterby: There is an opportunity to create history – but we've got to prepare in the right way for Wales
Interim head coach Simon Easterby insists Ireland will not get carried away following a pivotal Six Nations weekend that ended with his side’s destiny in their own hands.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/simon-easterby-there-is-an-opportunity-to-create-history-but-weve-got-to-prepare-in-the-right-way-for-wales/a1793288135.html
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Ireland secure bonus-point victory against Scotland to keep Grand Slam dream alive Report from Murrayfield:
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Ireland secure bonus-point victory against Scotland to keep Grand Slam dream alive
Ireland have inflicted some serious pain over Scotland recently, and this latest chapter of an increasingly one-sided rivalry resulted in another dark day for the hapless Scots.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/ireland-secure-bonus-point-victory-against-scotland-to-keep-grand-slam-dream-alive/a1547969693.html
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A piece on Johnny Sexton the coach and what exactly his evolving role with Ireland entails. Fascinated to see what comes next.
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Working with Ireland squad makes Johnny Sexton seem destined to kick on as a coach
It didn’t take long for the doubts to creep in. Shortly after he arrived home to Dublin following Ireland’s latest World Cup quarter-final defeat in Paris, Johnny Sexton began to face up to the realit...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/working-with-ireland-squad-makes-johnny-sexton-seem-destined-to-kick-on-as-a-coach/a2060657671.html
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James Lowe interview: ‘You’ve got to learn hard and fast, it’s sink or swim, especially in professional rugby’
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James Lowe interview: ‘You’ve got to learn hard and fast, it’s sink or swim, especially in professional rugby’
There is an infectious effervescence to James Lowe — which is great as part of your team, but a complete nightmare when he’s against you.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/james-lowe-interview-youve-got-to-learn-hard-and-fast-its-sink-or-swim-especially-in-professional-rugby/a1825746514.html
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Caelan Doris backs ‘class’ Calvin Nash to fill Mack Hansen void for Ireland’s clash with Scotland
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Caelan Doris backs ‘class’ Calvin Nash to fill Mack Hansen void for Ireland’s clash with Scotland
Ireland captain Caelan Doris has backed Calvin Nash to seize his opportunity after the Munster winger was drafted into the starting team for tomorrow’s Six Nations clash with Scotland at Murrayfield
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/caelan-doris-backs-class-calvin-nash-to-fill-mack-hansen-void-for-irelands-clash-with-scotland/a289212141.html
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BREAKING | Mack Hansen misses out on Six Nations clash with Scotland as Calvin Nash comes into team
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Mack Hansen misses out on Six Nations clash with Scotland in major blow for Ireland
Ireland have been dealt a late blow ahead of tomorrow’s Six Nations clash with Scotland at Murrayfield, as Mack Hansen is ruled out with a hamstring injury.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/mack-hansen-misses-out-on-six-nations-clash-with-scotland-in-major-blow-for-ireland/a511915216.html
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Hopefully there are no delays en route to Murrayfield 😜
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Thomas Clarkson has quietly been one of the big success stories for Ireland over the last few games. Here’s a piece on his journey from Wicklow RFC, Blackrock College, Trinity, Leinster and a memorable Ireland-20s Grand Slam winning campaign.
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‘He is incredibly grounded and just really humble’ – Rising Ireland prop star Thomas Clarkson ready to take next step
If there is a rugby equivalent of a ‘cold, rainy night in Stoke’, then Colwyn Bay on a bleak Friday night is tough to top.
https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/he-is-incredibly-grounded-and-just-really-humble-rising-ireland-prop-star-thomas-clarkson-ready-to-take-next-step/a1776559807.html
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How Ireland’s pack plan to ‘dismantle’ Scotland in Murrayfield ‘war’
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Cian Tracey: How Ireland’s pack plan to ‘dismantle’ Scotland in Murrayfield ‘war’
There has already been plenty written and said about the obvious threat that Finn Russell and the Scotland back-line pose this week, but, in reality, Sunday’s Six Nations clash at Murrayfield will be ...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/cian-tracey-how-irelands-pack-plan-to-dismantle-scotland-in-murrayfield-war/a1812924113.html
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Here’s a piece on Ireland’s selection issues this week. What changes would you make for Scotland on Sunday?
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Stick or twist for Simon Easterby? The big Ireland selection issues for Murrayfield clash with Scotland
When the Ireland squad reconvened this week, they will have done so with a pep in their step, safe in the knowledge there’s plenty of scope for improvement following last weekend’s bonus-point win ove...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/stick-or-twist-for-simon-easterby-the-big-ireland-selection-issues-for-murrayfield-clash-with-scotland/a1187924451.html
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Breakdown: How Ireland’s bench press clinched priceless bonus-point win
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Cian Tracey’s Breakdown: How Ireland’s bench press clinched priceless bonus-point win
Simon Easterby hit the nail on the head in his post-match press conference on Saturday night when he pointed to the strong foundation that had been laid by Ireland’s starting team before the bench cam...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/cian-traceys-breakdown-how-irelands-bench-press-clinched-priceless-bonus-point-win/a1862529794.html
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'The change at 10 was pretty significant’ – England boss Steve Borthwick hails Jack Crowley's impact
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'The change at 10 was pretty significant’ – England boss Steve Borthwick hails Jack Crowley's impact
Steve Borthwick believes Ireland’s experience was the deciding factor of their opening Six Nations win at the Aviva Stadium, as the England head coach singled out Jack Crowley for having a major impac...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/the-change-at-10-was-pretty-significant-england-boss-steve-borthwick-hails-jack-crowleys-impact/a1957265298.html
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Ireland clear first hurdle in Six Nations title defence as second-half blitz sees off England Report from an enthralling game at the Aviva Stadium:
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Ireland clear first hurdle in Six Nations title defence as second-half blitz sees off England
Ireland’s Six Nations title defence is up and running and with it, their shot at history has been significantly enhanced.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/ireland-clear-first-hurdle-in-six-nations-title-defence-as-second-half-blitz-sees-off-england/a1118138880.html
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Saturday is a big opportunity for Ryan Baird to stake his Ireland claim. Fascinated to see how the clash of back-row styles match up.
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Cian Tracey: Clash of styles awaits as Ryan Baird looks to make his mark for Ireland
Steve Borthwick wasted no time in beginning the mind games last weekend when the England head coach not so subtly urged Ben O’Keeffe, the referee for tomorrow’s Six Nations game, to ensure Ireland’s a...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/cian-tracey-clash-of-styles-awaits-as-ryan-baird-looks-to-make-his-mark-for-ireland/a397158450.html
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Simon Easterby reveals Joe McCarthy’s absence for Six Nations opener is due to ‘nasty blow’ to the head
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Simon Easterby reveals Joe McCarthy’s absence for Six Nations opener down to ‘nasty blow’ to the head
Ireland interim head coach Simon Easterby has revealed that Joe McCarthy suffered a “nasty blow” to the head in training yesterday, which has ruled the Leinster lock out of Saturday’s Six Nations open...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/simon-easterby-reveals-joe-mccarthys-absence-for-six-nations-opener-down-to-nasty-blow-to-the-head/a164294981.html
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Had a look at the form of each one of the 37 players in Ireland’s Six Nations squad. Lots playing well for their provinces, which bodes well for the next few weeks.
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Who’s hot and who’s not in Irish rugby – A player-by-player form guide for Simon Easterby’s Six Nations squad
With one major enforced change at the helm, consistency of selection has been the name of the game for Ireland interim head coach Simon Easterby.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/whos-hot-and-whos-not-in-irish-rugby-a-player-by-player-form-guide-for-simon-easterbys-six-nations-squad/a428208456.html
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Sam Prendergast is set to start Ireland’s Six Nations opener against England on Saturday. Ryan Baird is also in line to start. More here:
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Sam Prendergast to get nod at out-half for England opener with Joe McCarthy in line for surprise bench role
Sam Prendergast is set to make his Six Nations debut from the start in Ireland’s opener against England at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday (4.45), as interim head coach Simon Easterby considers shaking ...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/sam-prendergast-to-get-nod-at-out-half-for-england-opener-with-joe-mccarthy-in-line-for-surprise-bench-role/a9953434.html
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Dan Sheehan joined the Ireland squad in Portugal yesterday. He has declared himself ready to face England on Saturday if called upon - expect him to be involved after Saturday’s successful comeback.
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‘I was sick of watching everyone else play and wanted that nervous feeling of getting back on the pitch’ – Dan Sheehan
Dan Sheehan started the day pacing around his apartment, not knowing where to look as the nervous energy that had been building all week reached boiling point.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/i-was-sick-of-watching-everyone-else-play-and-wanted-that-nervous-feeling-of-getting-back-on-the-pitch-dan-sheehan/a937029794.html
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Thankfully a positive update on Luke McGrath after that awful looking injury tonight.
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‘He’s in the dressing room fine’ – Leo Cullen allays injury fears over Luke McGrath after Leinster win
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has allayed fears over Luke McGrath after the scrum-half was stretchered off in a neck brace just before half-time in his side’s 36-12 bonus point win over the Stormers ...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/united-rugby-championship/hes-in-the-dressing-room-fine-leo-cullen-allays-injury-fears-over-luke-mcgrath-after-leinster-win/a522315710.html
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Leinster blow Stormers away for their 14/14 win this season. Dan Sheehan and James Lowe were excellent on their return from injury – both will surely feature for Ireland in next weekend's Six Nations opener against England. Report from the Aviva:
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Leinster blow Stormers away as Dan Sheehan scores two tries during comeback
For Leinster, the objective here was two-fold: One, maintain their unbeaten season by racking up their 14th consecutive win, and two, ensure that Dan Sheehan and James Lowe came through it unscathed.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/united-rugby-championship/leinster-blow-stormers-away-as-dan-sheehan-scores-two-tries-during-comeback/a567914141.html
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Siya Kolisi made it back from an ACL injury after 119 days. Dan Sheehan will make his return from an ACL injury after 203 days tomorrow evening. Here’s a piece on the latest remarkable recovery from such a serious injury.
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How Springbok Siya Kolisi inspired Dan Sheehan to make a miraculous ACL recovery
Eleven minutes after he tore the ACL in his left knee, Dan Sheehan tackled Siya Kolisi, who, as it turned out, would soon point the way in terms of his miraculous recovery from a similarly serious inj...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/united-rugby-championship/how-springbok-siya-kolisi-inspired-dan-sheehan-to-make-a-miraculous-acl-recovery/a1391525713.html?errorCode=0
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Billy Dardis had a great sevens career but it ended on a sour note. Had a really honest chat about the fallout from his Paris Olympics snub, not getting another shot at 15s, being bullied in school, and why he wants to help the next generation.
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‘Although I was bitter, I did well to hold it together’ – Ex-sevens captain Billy Dardis rues Olympics snub
There is a certain irony to how Billy Dardis’ career ended where he had spent much of his playing days – in the shadows, far away from the glitz and the glamour of rugby’s bright lights.
https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby/although-i-was-bitter-i-did-well-to-hold-it-together-ex-sevens-captain-billy-dardis-rues-olympics-snub/a761430043.html
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Controversial 20-minute red card among new law trials to feature in the Six Nations Thoughts? In favour/not in favour?
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Controversial 20-minute red card among new law trials to feature in the Six Nations
Tournament organisers have confirmed that 20-minute red cards will feature in this year’s men’s, women’s and Under-20s Six Nations.
https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby/six-nations/controversial-20-minute-red-card-among-new-law-trials-to-feature-in-the-six-nations/a13443572.html
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Calvin Nash delivered a timely reminder of his quality against Northampton as he looks to force his way back into the Ireland team
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Cian Tracey: Calvin Nash delivers a timely reminder of his quality as he looks to force his way into Ireland team
Calvin Nash spent the month of November in Ireland camp without playing a single minute of any of the four Autumn Nations Series games.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/cian-tracey-calvin-nash-delivers-a-timely-reminder-of-his-quality-as-he-looks-to-force-his-way-into-ireland-team/a2056084177.html
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Indo Sport Rugby show with
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The Rugby Show | Jack Crowley reignites Ireland debate | Leinster 'frailties' exposed
Podcast Episode · Indo Sport · 20/01/2025 · 1h 1m
https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/indo-sport/id1770324019?i=1000684723098
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Boost for Leinster and Ireland as Dan Sheehan and James Lowe to make comeback in URC clash with Stormers
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Boost for Leinster and Ireland as Dan Sheehan and James Lowe to make comeback in URC clash with Stormers
Leinster and Ireland have been handed a major boost, as key duo Dan Sheehan and James Lowe are set to make their eagerly-awaited returns from respective lay-offs in Saturday’s URC clash with the Storm...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/united-rugby-championship/boost-for-leinster-and-ireland-as-dan-sheehan-and-james-lowe-to-make-comeback-in-urc-clash-with-stormers/a1874978586.html
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Massive blow for Scotland as captain Sione Tuipulotu has been ruled out of the Six Nations due to injury. Scotland say the centre is expected to return before the end of the season, which would mean he is fit for the Lions. Rory Darge and Finn Russell will co-captain Scotland.
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Peak Peter O’Mahony in the second season of Netflix’s Six Nations: Full Contact
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Leo Cullen insists ‘nobody is getting carried away’ as Leinster plot a familiar route to the Champions Cup final
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Leo Cullen insists ‘nobody is getting carried away’ as Leinster plot a familiar route to the Champions Cup final
Leinster are back in familiar territory. If everything goes according to plan, the next time they will play a Champions Cup game outside of Dublin will be in Cardiff for the final on May 24.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/champions-cup/leo-cullen-insists-nobody-is-getting-carried-away-as-leinster-plot-a-familiar-route-to-the-champions-cup-final/a980908816.html
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The ROG derby is the undoubted tie of the round of 16. What an occasion that will be. It’ll take a massive upset for Leinster not to make their fourth consecutive Champions Cup final - second in-a-row against Toulouse?! 👀
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How different Johann van Graan's time at Munster might have been if RG Snyman had been fit more often: "He's one of the best players in the world. People are only starting to see how good he really is now. "Fair play to Leinster for getting him. He'll make a big difference."
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79 minutes gone at the end of the frenetic game, Munster trailing by two points...Jack Crowley comes up with this break from deep. Like how Munster used Crowley as third receiver out the back of two playmakers Rory Scannell & Tony Butler. Questionable no wrapping of the arms.
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Leinster line up Croke Park for Champions Cup round of 16 clash as Leo Cullen hails qualification from ‘tough’ pool
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Leinster line up Croke Park for Champions Cup round of 16 clash as Leo Cullen hails qualification from ‘tough’ pool
Leinster are set to play their Champions Cup round of 16 clash at Croke Park after Leo Cullen's side overcame Bath in their final pool game this evening.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/champions-cup/leinster-line-up-croke-park-for-champions-cup-round-of-16-clash-as-leo-cullen-hails-qualification-from-tough-pool/a1805357837.html
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Leinster await Champions Cup knockout fate as quality shines through in win over Bath Report from the Aviva Stadium:
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Leinster await Champions Cup knockout fate as quality shines through in win over Bath
Leinster have put themselves within touching distance of guaranteeing home advantage throughout the Champions Cup knockout stages.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/champions-cup/leinster-await-champions-cup-knockout-fate-as-quality-shines-through-in-win-over-bath/a1433543501.html
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‘I hope he doesn’t come back to haunt us’ - Ross Molony’s journey from Leinster stalwart and unsung hero to plotting their downfall with Bath this evening (
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‘He has an understanding of what we do’ – Bath’s inside man Ross Molony now plotting Leinster’s downfall
When Rónan Kelleher prepares to throw the ball into Leinster’s lineout at the Aviva Stadium this evening, the hooker will see a familiar face staring down the barrel at him.
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/leinster-rugby/he-has-an-understanding-of-what-we-do-baths-inside-man-ross-molony-now-plotting-leinsters-downfall/a1448254273.html
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Here's the latest on Tadhg Furlong, Ryan Baird, Dan Sheehan and James Lowe.
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Leo Cullen allays fears on Tadhg Furlong and Ryan Baird as duo ruled out of Leinster squad for Bath clash
Leo Cullen has allayed fears over Tadhg Furlong and Ryan Baird’s absence from Leinster’s matchday squad to take on Bath at the Aviva Stadium tomorrow evening, as the head coach revealed that both Dan ...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/champions-cup/leo-cullen-allays-fears-on-tadhg-furlong-and-ryan-baird-as-duo-ruled-out-of-leinster-squad-for-bath-clash/a1802418283.html
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‘It's exciting to go from two huge games in the Champions Cup and into an international against England at home’ Robbie Henshaw ready to switch from Leinster into Ireland mode again
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‘It's exciting to go from two huge games in the Champions Cup and into an international against England at home’
Quickly switching from club to international mode is part of being a top-level professional rugby player, but that doesn’t mean it’s an easy aspect of the job.
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Who are the winners and losers from Simon Easterby’s first Ireland squad?
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Cian Tracey: Who are the winners and losers from Simon Easterby’s first Ireland squad?
As expected, in what was his first Six Nations squad announcement as Ireland interim head coach, Simon Easterby stuck with the solid foundations laid by Andy Farrell rather than ripping up the script ...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/cian-tracey-who-are-the-winners-and-losers-from-simon-easterbys-first-ireland-squad/a509337875.html
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Leinster tighthead Rabah Slimani recalled to France squad for Six Nations
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Leinster tighthead Rabah Slimani recalled to France squad for Six Nations
Leinster tighthead Rabah Slimani has earned a shock recall to France’s Six Nations squad.
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Ireland have named their 36-man Six Nations squad. Dan Sheehan and James Lowe included. Caolin Blade replaces the injured Craig Casey. Jack Boyle the only uncapped player. Hugh Cooney, James McNabney, Ben Murphy and Cathal Forde named as development players.
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Ulster have added winger Rob Lyttle to their Champions Cup squad in place of the injured Ben Moxham. Lyttle left Ulster in 2023 and has been playing in the AIL with Banbridge before he was called in to train with Ulster recently as injury cover.
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‘We don’t always get the balance right but we work on it weekly’ Here’s Jacques Nienaber’s assessment of Leinster’s defence/overall game-plan 14 months after he began ‘rewiring the players’ brains’:
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Jacques Nienaber on Leinster’s quest for perfection: ‘We don’t always get our balance right, but we’re striving to’
Jacques Nienaber smiles as he is reminded of his assertion upon his arrival in Leinster that it would take 14 weeks for the players to “rewire their brains” in a bid to get up to speed with his ultra-...
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Ireland’s Six Nations squad is due to be named at 2pm tomorrow. Who would you like to see included?
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Big boost for Leinster and Ireland, as Dan Sheehan and James Lowe are stepping up their returns from injury in training this week. Will Connors and Tommy O'Brien are in a similar boat. Jordan Larmour has been ruled out of Saturday's game against Bath due to a hamstring injury.
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“They may as well wrap the nines up in cotton wool at this stage. It’s becoming ridiculous.” Strong stuff from Tadhg Beirne who is not a fan of rugby’s new laws.
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‘It’s becoming ridiculous’ – Tadhg Beirne fumes over new rugby laws
When the Ireland squad reconvene for the first time this year in Portugal next week, one imagines that captain Caelan Doris and Tadhg Beirne will be leading the support group for players feeling aggri...
https://m.independent.ie/sport/rugby/champions-cup/its-becoming-ridiculous-tadhg-beirne-fumes-over-new-rugby-laws/a962245030.html
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Boost for Munster with Peter O’Mahony expected to return for vital Champions Cup clash with Northampton Also confirmation that head of athletic performance Ged McNamara departed the province last month.
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Boost for Munster with Peter O’Mahony expected to return for vital Champions Cup clash with Northampton
Munster are hoping to have Peter O’Mahony fit and available for Saturday’s crucial Champions Cup trip to Northampton.
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The atmosphere in Thomond Park on Saturday night was excellent - a real throwback. Munster will be hoping for more of the same at home in the Champions Cup knockout stages.
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Ian Costello hails ‘real connection’ in Munster camp with trip to ‘lethal’ Northampton Saints looming
There was an unmistakable whiff of the old-school around Thomond on Saturday night – not just in terms of how Munster rolled up their sleeves to pull off their latest rescue act, but the atmosphere wa...
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Big hit from Garry Ringrose on Antoine Hastoy. Really knocked the stuffing out of the La Rochelle out-half, who had a ropey end to the game.
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Caelan Doris: 26 tackles 17 carries 39 metres made 4 turnovers 2 offloads Proper captain’s performance, leading from the front.
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