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May
May 2024
History
NIQs, projects, and IQs: A decade of Irish rugby signings from abroad
There has been good, bad, and ugly business in the international transfer market.
Point of Pride
Setting their Thomond Park record straight next on Munster's agenda
Graham Rowntree’s side haven’t been at their best in Limerick so far this season.
stepping up
Ulster set to appoint Murphy as head coach on permanent basis
It’s understood a two-year deal is on the cards.
Analysis Scramble
The frenetic last 5 minutes when Leinster sealed their final spot
Leinster needed a big defensive effort to deny Northampton a late score.
zebo
'When I'm smiling and happy, that's when I play my best rugby'
Simon Zebo breaks down some of his big plays for Munster in South Africa.
On the rise
Academy products and smart plan bring Saints to Champions Cup top table
Northampton won the Heineken Cup back in 2000 but hadn’t been competitive in recent years.
April
April 2024
Best Laid Plans
Boosted by returning big guns, Munster had a brilliant tour of South Africa
Graham Rowntree’s men flew home with a maximum 10 points.
saints
Leinster are 13-point favourites but this is a fine Northampton side
Sam Vesty’s creative attack should pose problems for the Irish province.
Moose
'Because of my name, I always felt connected to Ireland'
Kiwi back row Shamus Hurley-Langton has made a strong impression for Connacht.
West's awake
Exciting prospects and redeveloped stadium at heart of Connacht's plan
Work continues on Dexcom Stadium in Galway.
Wise Head
'It's a tough place, a rugged place on the west coast. It's different country'
Scott Fardy and his family have happily settled into life with Connacht.
Central contracts
National deals, PONIs, and Irish rugby's contracting
The IRFU could make a tweak to the national contracts system as early as next season.
Big name
Leinster make huge statement with signing of world-class Barrett
The 27-year-old will join after the 2024 November Tests and boost Leinster’s trophy credentials.
Analysis championship minutes
How the brilliant Baird try showed Leinster's mettle against La Rochelle
Having conceded just before the break, Leo Cullen’s side were composed early in the second half.
Analysis gainline
14 weeks later: Can Nienaber's defence carry Leinster past La Rochelle?
The South African was brought in to help with the big games like Saturday’s.
Leader
Ireland-capped centre Hume's influence continues to grow in Ulster
The 25-year-old was slowed up by a groin injury in 2022 but has returned to strong form.
Selection
The case for Leinster to pick Connors and a 6/2 bench
Leo Cullen and Jacques Nienaber have important decisions to confirm on Friday afternoon.
The Future
So what next for Munster after their Champions Cup exit?
Graham Rowntree and co. are convinced the best is yet ahead for the province.
Analysis sickened
Munster had little luck but regrets in Northampton feel too familiar
Errors allowed Northampton to prosper, while sickness-hit Munster struggled in the final quarter.
down and out
Munster's Champions Cup campaign ended as Saints go marching on
Northampton finished strongly to advance into the quarter-finals.
