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Did Jacques Nienaber Just Drop The Biggest Hint Yet About His Leinster Future?
Jacques Nienaber sparked debate after admitting he does not feel valued at Leinster and revealing uncertainty over his future. Could the South African's comments be the first sign that his time in Dublin may not last until 2027?

Sam Broderick
2 days ago3 min read


Angus Bell's Ulster Spell Shows Why Irish Rugby Should Embrace More Short-Term Signings
Angus Bell's six-month spell at Ulster may have been short, but the Wallaby loosehead made a significant impact whenever he took the field. Could his successful stint provide a blueprint for more Southern Hemisphere stars to spend time in Irish rugby?

Sam Broderick
2 days ago3 min read


Ross Byrne Set For Early Gloucester Departure
Less than a year after leaving Leinster for Gloucester, Ross Byrne could already be on the move again. With French side Perpignan reportedly closing in on a deal, we take a look at what went wrong in England and what could come next for the former Ireland international.

Sam Broderick
3 days ago3 min read


Has The Pressure Finally Started To Show On Leo Cullen?
Leo Cullen has faced growing scrutiny in the wake of Leinster's latest Champions Cup final defeat. We examine the criticism, questions surrounding the coaching setup, the Ciarán Frawley debate and whether the pressure is finally beginning to show on Leinster's head coach.

Sam Broderick
3 days ago4 min read


James Lowe Expected To Leave Leinster After Rejecting New Contract Offer
James Lowe's nine year spell at Leinster appears to be coming to an end after reports emerged that the Ireland international rejected a new contract offer. With Northampton Saints and several French clubs interested, we break down the latest developments and what they could mean for Leinster and Ireland.

Sam Broderick
3 days ago4 min read


Shaun Edwards set to be axed by French Rugby with immediate effect
France’s defence coach Shaun Edwards Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/James Crombie Reports in France suggest that Shaun Edwards is set to leave his role as defence coach of the French national team with immediate effect. According to French outlet L'Equipe, Edwards could be replaced by Gérald Bastide, who previously held the position between 2015 and 2017 during Guy Novès' tenure as head coach. Multiple French media outlets have since echoed the reports, with some claiming Edwards ha

Sam Broderick
4 days ago1 min read


Match Info: Exeter Chiefs v Munster
All the key details ahead of Exeter Chiefs v Munster, including kick-off time, TV channel, venue and match officials.

Sam Broderick
Apr 11 min read


Match Info: Connacht v Sharks
All the key details ahead of Connacht v Sharks, including kick-off time, TV channel, venue and match officials.

Sam Broderick
Apr 11 min read


Matchday Info: Leinster v Edinburgh
All the key details ahead of Leinster v Edinburgh, including kick-off time, TV channel, venue and match officials.

Sam Broderick
Apr 11 min read


Match Info: Ulster v Ospreys
All the key details ahead of Ulster v Ospreys, including kick-off time, TV channel, venue and match officials.

Sam Broderick
Apr 11 min read


RG Snyman ruled out for the season after ACL rupture
Leinster have been dealt a major blow ahead of their Champions Cup clash with Edinburgh, with RG Snyman ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering an ACL injury.

Sam Broderick
Mar 311 min read


Munster to return to Páirc Uí Chaoimh for Champions Cup clash
Munster are planning a return to Páirc Uí Chaoimh for next season’s Champions Cup, with the province set to seek GAA approval if they qualify.

Sam Broderick
Mar 301 min read


IRFU target Australia’s rising star as Massimo De Lutiis weighs potential switch
Massimo De Lutiis is weighing up a potential switch to Ireland, with the IRFU understood to have made a significant offer for the highly rated Australian prop.

Sam Broderick
Mar 301 min read


Leinster overcome slow start to beat Scarlets
Leinster recovered from a slow start to secure victory over the Scarlets, growing into the game and taking control as it went on.

Sam Broderick
Mar 282 min read


RG Snyman’s Leinster season likely over after injury blow
RG Snyman is expected to miss the remainder of the campaign following a suspected ACL injury, dealing a significant blow to Leinster.

Sam Broderick
Mar 271 min read


Leinster name strong side as Cullen rings the changes for Scarlets clash
Dan Sheehan scores a try for Leinster in the Champions Cup quarter-final win against La Rochelle. Pic: INPHO/Dan Sheridan Leinster have named a strong side as they look to bounce back from defeat to the Glasgow Warriors, with Leo Cullen showing no hesitation in his team selection ahead of the clash with the Scarlets. Cullen has brought in a whole new front row, consisting of the returning Andrew Porter, who lines up alongside his Ireland international teammates Dan Sheehan an

Sam Broderick
Mar 262 min read


Jack Carty to retire at end of season
©Sportsfile 5 May 2023; Jack Carty of Connacht during the United Rugby Championship Quarter-Final match between Ulster and Connacht at Kingspan Stadium in Belfast. Photo by Harry Murphy/Sportsfile 13 years and counting, but not for much longer. Connacht Rugby outhalf Jack Carty today confirmed his plans to retire from professional rugby at the end of the season. Carty established his name in the west after making his Connacht debut in 2012 against Glasgow Warriors. Over the c

Sam Broderick
Mar 251 min read
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