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February
February 2024
Analysis d
How is Felix Jones' England defence shaping up for Ireland?
The former Ireland fullback has implemented a new ultra-aggressive system.
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Munster promote academy trio while Casey, Ahern, and Loughman report for URC duty
Selection
Returning big names give Farrell's Ireland food for thought
Garry Ringrose and Hugo Keenan are set to come back into the mix.
Analysis On a Roll
Should Andy Farrell be pleased with Ireland's performance?
There was some excellent stuff in the win over Wales.
Analysis Bomb Squad
Ireland's beefy bench crucial to finishing the job in Dublin
The likes of Rónan Kelleher and Jack Conan made an impression against Wales.
Job Done
Ireland march on in Grand Slam bid after BP win over Wales
Tadhg Beirne’s late try ensured another five match points for Andy Farrell’s men.
Old Foes
'It's like doing your Leaving Cert with 60,000 people correcting it live'
Ireland expect Wales to bring ferocity and fight in Dublin today.
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This could be the most interesting chapter of O'Mahony's career
Andy Farrell says he’s open-minded about the duration of the Cork man’s captaincy of Ireland.
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More change on the way for Ulster after McFarland's exit
A group of senior players could leave the province this summer.
Team news
Frawley starts at 15 with Jager set for Ireland debut off bench
Peter O’Mahony returns to captain a strong Irish matchday 23.
deals
O'Mahony and Murray both offered new Munster contracts
The 34-year-old back row and scrum-half look likely to play on in Irish rugby.
Analysis dupont law
Six Nations shenanigans highlight why Super Rugby is tweaking the law
The Southern Hemisphere competition is closing the intriguing loophole.
New Look
Gatland's Wales side has totally transformed in the space of a year
Many of the old familiar faces have moved on as Gatland ushers in the new era.
Analysis Selection
Even with Keenan injury, Ireland have in-form players vying for places
Andy Farrell has strong options for his matchday 23 against Wales.
January
January 2024
New Era
No Sexton, Dupont, Farrell - This year's Six Nations will feel different
France are favourites for the title as they face Ireland at home in Marseille.
Not a New Start
'I don’t buy into the four-year cycle that comes around World Cups' - Farrell
The Ireland boss has moved on from the World Cup even if his team must learn from it.
Analysis Second best
How Munster succumbed to steely Saints in the second half
Graham Rowntree’s side had two strong winning positions but lost out.
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Rowntree's Munster limp into round of 16 after defeat to 14-man Saints
Graham Rowntree’s men gave up a prime winning position at Thomond Park.
Selection
Farrell has picked a squad he feels is fit for a Grand Slam defence
The Ireland head coach won’t be worrying about the 2027 World Cup yet.
Six Nations Squad
O'Mahony is the new Ireland captain as Farrell names 34-man squad
Oli Jager, Thomas Ahern, and Sam Prendergast will train with the squad in Portugal next week.
