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September
September 2024
Succession
'We want to have the best systems producing the best players for Munster'
Head of rugby operations Ian Costello outlines how the province are developing homegrown players.
Interim
Easterby gets the big gig for six months that could be crucial for Ireland
A big Six Nations title defence and an interesting tour of Romania and Georgia lie ahead.
Development
This Emerging Ireland squad is less controversial and more fitting
There is still an element of disruption for the provinces but it has been far more amicable this time.
chaos games
Munster still bringing the chaos into Year 3 of Rowntree's project
The southern province invited journalists to watch training in Limerick yesterday.
Leader
From missing out on Leinster's academy to becoming Connacht's captain
24-year-old Ireland international Cian Prendergast has made a huge success of his move west.
Analysis force
21-year-old Wexford woman Wafer already a totemic figure for Ireland
The clever, skillful flanker was impressive on both sides of the ball in a big win over Australia.
next chapter
'It's not as sad when you see your career more as, 'Wow, I did a lot''
Former Leinster man Rory O’Loughlin had to retire from rugby earlier this year due to injury.
FreeSquad
The Leinster depth chart: Barrett, Snyman, and a battle at 10
As ever, there is plenty of youthful talent for Leo Cullen and co. to call on this season.
Freesuftum
The Ulster depth chart: An IQ out-half and backing the youth
The lively South African wing Werner Kok will be an interesting addition to a talented backline.
FreeOptions
The Connacht depth chart: A new Kiwi 10 and Mack is back
There will be a good battle for back row places in Pete Wilkins’ team this season.
FreeSquad
The Munster depth chart: Backline additions and homegrown hopes
Graham Rowntree wants the likes of Billy Burns and Thaakir Abrahams to make an impact.
July
July 2024
Still Alive
Ireland 7s head into massive day two with everything to play for
The Irish side recovered from a bad start to show their class against South Africa.
Paris 2024
Ireland feel agony as Olympic dream ends for four more years
James Topping’s side came close to earning a semi-final but fell to Fiji.
Paris 2024
Ireland 7s to face back-to-back champs Fiji in Olympic quarter-final
James Topping’s men were edged out by New Zealand in their last pool game.
Paris 2024
Ireland 7s face into huge day two after a strong start in Paris
James Topping’s side will play in the Olympic quarter-finals this evening.
