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jack crowley
'It’s a big occasion and we need big players, he’s certainly one of them'
2 Feb
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Preview
Ireland sense opportunity as a new era kicks off in France
Andy Farrell’s side face a testing Six Nations opener in Marseille tonight.
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Reports from Marseille
2 Feb
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stepping up
Peter O'Mahony: 'Destructive' Joe McCarthy is ready for Marseille mission
1 Feb
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Analysis
Alldritt v Doris will be a blockbuster battle in Marseille
The two number eights have the ability to be game-changers for their team.
1 Feb
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Opening Night
Gibson-Park determined to end long wait for win against France
1 Feb
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marseille mission
Farrell wants Ireland to be 'more ruthless' as France lie in wait
1 Feb
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Top 10
Jack Crowley: The late starter who won race to succeed Johnny Sexton
Friday’s game against France will be Crowley’s first Six Nations start.
31 Jan
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the joe show
'He's a young fella on a mission' - Farrell backs McCarthy to deliver against France
31 Jan
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Team news
McCarthy and Nash start against France as Ringrose misses out with injury
Andy Farrell has opted for a 6:2 bench split.
31 Jan
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locked in
'I’ve had to work hard to get into this position' - Beirne enjoying competition in Ireland squad
31 Jan
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decisions decisions
'He brings energy to everything he does' - Farrell weighs up McCarthy call for France
16 hrs ago
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Selection
The Ireland team we’d like to see start against France
Andy Farrell faces some big calls ahead of Wednesday’s team announcement.
29 Jan
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RELATED
'The belief we have is sky-high' - Ireland feeling confident ahead of French test
29 Jan
No injury concerns for Ireland ahead of Six Nations opener with France
29 Jan
robbie henshaw
'The belief we have is sky-high' - Ireland feeling confident ahead of French test
29 Jan
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gameweek
No injury concerns for Ireland ahead of Six Nations opener with France
Andy Farrell’s side take on France in Marseille on Friday night.
Ciarán Kennedy
Reports from Quinta do Lago
29 Jan
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andy farrell
'If you can't get excited about what's coming up, you shouldn't be in this job'
29 Jan
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Concussion
Ulster's Angus Curtis retires at 25 on medical advice
26 Jan
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Comment
Fresh start in France can reinvigorate Farrell after constant abuse took its toll
23 Jan
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Pole Position
Leinster get the job done on weekend of detours and disruptions
Leo Cullen’s side will have home advantage in the Champions Cup round of 16 but have yet to fully hit their stride.
22 Jan
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locked and loaded
'Joe's been excellent' - McCarthy furthers case for place in Ireland team
21 Jan
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Setback
Leinster and Ireland await update on Harry Byrne ankle injury
20 Jan
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Report
Leinster leave it late to claim bonus-point win at Leicester
Joe McCarthy, Jordan Larmour, Dan Sheehan and Caelan Doris scored the tries at Welford Road.
Ciarán Kennedy
Reports from Welford Road
20 Jan
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Preview
Prime time for Byrne but Pollard versus Nienaber a fascinating subplot at Welford Road
20 Jan
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Team news
Harry Byrne starts at 10 as Leinster go strong for Leicester trip
19 Jan
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finding form
'I feel like I’ve gone up another level' - McCarthy feeling benefits of run in Leinster team
19 Jan
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looking sharp
'Timing is everything' - Lowe back up and running ahead of Ireland's Six Nations opener
18 Jan
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Skipper
O'Mahony the right choice as Ireland captain despite uncertain future
17 Jan
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Analysis
Why Garry Ringrose could play on the wing for Ireland against France
The Leinster centre has performed well when covering the position previously.
16 Jan
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Ambition
Leinster's Goodman on why he 'couldn’t turn down' Ireland attack role
16 Jan
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Leader
'It feels different when Pete’s around' - O'Mahony's return proves timely for Munster
15 Jan
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Leading The Way
Munster's young guns step up on a special day in Toulon
There were a number of impressive individual displays as Munster powered to a famous win at the Stade Felix Mayol.
14 Jan
6.8k
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Reaction
'This is a huge competition for us. I’m immensely proud of the lads'
13 Jan
7.0k
6
Report
Munster save their Champions Cup season with brilliant bonus-point win in Toulon
Alex Nankivell, Simon Zebo, Tom Ahern and Calvin Nash scored the tries in a 29-18 win.
Ciarán Kennedy
Reports from the Stade Felix Mayol
13 Jan
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Preview
Munster must summon something special to topple star-studded Toulon
13 Jan
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In form
'My best is good enough to play at any level' - Zebo eyes Ireland recall
The Munster fullback feels he could still do a job for Andy Farrell’s team.
12 Jan
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RWI Awards
'I feel like I have given everything that I could do to Ireland' - Fryday
11 Jan
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Bundee
'I certainly believe I can offer more' - Aki still ambitious after statement season
11 Jan
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Best of the best
Aki and Fryday the big winners at Rugby Writers Ireland awards
10 Jan
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Sailing
Irish teenager McMahon secures qualification for Paris Olympics
10 Jan
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zebo
'From an Irish squad point of view, he’s definitely put himself up for discussion'
10 Jan
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Shopping around
'We’ll see what’s out there' - Munster to weigh up options for Carbery replacement
10 Jan
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