Jared Wright 26 Jun 2025 British and Irish Lions team: Winners and losers as Andy Farrell copies Warren Gatland’s template as forward’s stocks ‘soar’ Following the announcement of Andy Farrell's team to face the Western Force, we pick out or winners and losers. British and Irish Lions
Lawrence Nolan 23 Jun 2025 Why Ellis Genge’s ‘riposte to the doubters’ has thrown down the Lions ‘gauntlet’ Former England fly-half Stuart Barnes has claimed that Andrew Porter had “the gauntlet” thrown down to him by Ellis Genge last Friday in Dublin. British and Irish Lions
Jared Wright 14 Jun 2025 Leinster player ratings: ‘Sensational’ Jordie Barrett enters ‘highest echelons’ of greats as Andrew Porter achieves ‘rare feat’ against Springboks powerhouse How we rated the Leinster players in the United Rugby Championship Final against the Bulls. Leinster
Jared Wright 19 May 2025 British and Irish Lions Watch: How Andy Farrell’s 38 fared this weekend as ‘brilliant’ Marcus Smith and Finn Russell impress We update you on the fitness and performances of the 38 players Andy Farrell has selected for the British and Irish Lions. British and Irish Lions
Jared Wright 08 May 2025 British and Irish Lions squad in numbers as Leinster dominate and milestone awaits Maro Itoje A break down of the British and Irish Lions squad. British and Irish Lions
Adam Kyriacou 06 May 2025 England legend slams ‘arrogant’ Leinster and Jordie Barrett decision after Northampton left them ‘shellshocked’ England legend Ben Youngs believes that Leinster came into their Investec Champions Cup semi-final with Northampton with an air of "arrogance". Leinster
Jared Wright 02 Apr 2025 Tadhg Beirne hits out at online abuse after rugby ‘incident’ injures Antoine Dupont Tadhg Beirne offered his sympathy to Antoine Dupont and hit out at the online abuse. France
Louis Chapman Coombe 26 Mar 2025 Ireland dominate fans’ British and Irish Lions XV with just two English players named Six Nations fans have picked their British and Irish Lions XV British and Irish Lions
James While 17 Mar 2025 British and Irish Lions: Our 37-man squad following the Six Nations as Maro Itoje emerges as the ‘clear’ captain We pick our 37-man British and Irish Lions squad tour Australia. British and Irish Lions
David Skippers 12 Mar 2025 ‘I knew what I did’ – Andrew Porter’s blunt reaction to his involvement in Antoine Dupont injury Ireland front-row Andrew Porter has opened up about his involvement in the incident which France captain Antoine Dupont suffered ruptured cruciate ligaments in his right knee during Saturday's Test at the Aviva Stadium. Ireland
Colin Newboult 12 Mar 2025 France coach claims World Rugby ‘tolerating’ Ireland’s ‘dangerous’ breakdown tactics while ‘Bomb Squad’ future is discussed France appeared surprised by World Rugby's response after questioning Ireland's tactics at the contact area. Ireland
Colin Newboult 10 Mar 2025 ‘Shocked’ France chief takes aim at referee’s ‘disturbing’ actions over Antoine Dupont injury as Ireland trio escape punishment France remain angry after Antoine Dupont suffered a serious injury in the Six Nations victory over Ireland. France
David Campese 09 Mar 2025 David Campese slams ‘horrendous’ Antoine Dupont clear-out and believes Ireland ‘have form’ in this area Wallabies great David Campese makes his views known about the horrendous clear-out incident that saw Antoine Dupont leave the field in Dublin. Six Nations
Jared Wright 08 Mar 2025 Jarring footage emerges of Antoine Dupont injury as furious France boss promises citings Fabien Galthie has stated that France will report three Ireland players to the citing commissioner. France
Jared Wright 08 Mar 2025 Ireland player ratings v France: Sam Prendergast’s ‘mare’ and a ‘brainless’ tackle ends Grand Slam bid in dismal fashion Our Ireland player ratings following their Six Nations defeat to France. Ireland
Colin Newboult 22 Feb 2025 Ireland player ratings: Jamison Gibson-Park gets his side ‘out of trouble’ as Andrew Porter exposed Ireland's player ratings following their 27-18 triumph over Wales in the Six Nations. Ireland
Jared Wright 01 Feb 2025 Ireland player ratings: ‘Outrageous’ James Lowe breaks the game open as Sam Prendergast ‘fails’ to put 10 debate to bed in unconvincing win over England Our Ireland player ratings following their victory over England in the Six Nations. Ireland
Adam Kyriacou 03 Jan 2025 L’Equipe reveals SHOCK Team of the Year with DOUBLE the number of French stars than Springboks French publication L'Equipe have named their Team of the Year. Internationals
Jared Wright 28 Dec 2024 Leinster boss reveals Springboks-inspired tactic in emphatic Munster victory Leo Cullen has revealed the pre-planned tactic with his replacements. Leinster
Adam Kyriacou 16 Dec 2024 Ireland and Leinster handed further boost as ‘outstanding world-class talent’ re-signs Leinster and Ireland fans have received a double boost as Tadhg Furlong's new deal was followed by news that Andrew Porter has inked an extension. Ireland
Jared Wright 11 Dec 2024 Greig Laidlaw’s current British and Irish Lions XV: ‘Faz’s boy’ starts with ‘one of Scotland’s best’ Greig Laidlaw has picked his British and Irish Lions XV based on current form. British and Irish Lions
Jared Wright 09 Dec 2024 Readers’ Team of the Year: Eben Etzebeth or Maro Itoje? Vote for your forwards following a ‘sensational’ 2024 Test season Cast your vote for the Team of the Year. Internationals
Jared Wright 08 Dec 2024 Bristol Bears v Leinster winners and losers: All Black produces a ‘blinder’ on debut despite teammates’ ’embarrassments’ We pick out our winners and losers from the Investec Champions Cup clash between Leinster and Bristol Bears. Champions Cup
Louis Chapman Coombe 30 Nov 2024 Ireland player ratings v Australia: Bench ‘spare Andy Farrell’s blushes’ after ‘underwhelming’ start while back-rowers ‘cement Lions spot’ Our Ireland player ratings following their 22-19 victory over Australia. Ireland
Louis Chapman Coombe 23 Nov 2024 Ireland player ratings v Fiji: ‘Barnstorming’ Bundee Aki showcases Lions credentials, while rookie recovers from ‘nightmare start’ Our player ratings from Ireland's solid win over Fiji. Ireland
Colin Newboult 08 Nov 2024 Ireland v All Blacks: Winners and losers as Scott Robertson’s side show ‘hallmarks’ of ‘great’ New Zealand teams while ‘livid’ Andy Farrell set for ‘brutal review’ Our winners and losers from the All Blacks’ 23-13 victory over Ireland at the Aviva Stadium on Friday. Internationals
Jared Wright 08 Nov 2024 Ireland player ratings v All Blacks: ‘Underwhelming’ performances as the bench’s ‘mare’ undoes back-rowers ‘brilliance’ Our Ireland player ratings after their defeat to the All Blacks at Aviva Stadium. Ireland
Jared Wright 07 Nov 2024 Ireland v All Blacks preview: Andy Farrell’s men to ‘exact revenge’ and maintain their winning record in rugby’s great ‘modern-day rivalry’ Our preview of the Autumn Nations Series clash between Ireland and the All Blacks at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Internationals
Colin Newboult 10 Oct 2024 Ireland star: ‘Bigger Viking’ RG Snyman is ‘bringing something very special’ to Leinster Springboks lock RG Snyman could make a huge impact for Leinster this season, according to a key Ireland forward. Leinster
James While 17 Sep 2024 François Cros: The Team of My Life including ‘respected’ Springbok and ‘the best rugby player I have ever seen’ François Cros has picked his Dream XV based on the players he's played with or against including his hero and mentor. France
