Ireland

Ireland

Ireland

Ireland celebrating against the All Blacks in Chicago, and Leinster-bound Rieko Ioane (inset).
Colin Newboult

Rieko Ioane move exposes New Zealand’s ‘weird obsession’ with Ireland as All Blacks great makes Leinster promise

These are some interesting claims after Rieko Ioane's short-term Leinster deal was announced on Wednesday.
International
Johnny Sexton while coaching Ireland and British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell (inset).
Colin Newboult

Lions boss Andy Farrell confirms significant Johnny Sexton appointment as Ireland legend makes big call on coaching future despite previous reservations

Johnny Sexton will be part of the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia.
British and Irish Lions
Rieko Ioane and Johnny Sexton during the 2023 Rugby World Cup, and ex-All Blacks star Israel Dagg (inset).
Colin Newboult

Israel Dagg thought Rieko Ioane deal was an ‘April Fool’ after X-rated outburst from Leinster’s ‘favourite son’

Rieko Ioane's switch has shocked everyone, including former All Blacks star Israel Dagg.
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