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June
June 2024
trip
Emerging Ireland tour to South Africa confirmed for October
11 Jun
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Aerial
How Ulster tried to expose Leinster but got stung on the counter
John Cooney’s contestable kicking caused stress but Ulster didn’t quite get the rewards.
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10 Jun
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Impact
'You almost burrow through like a mole' - McCarthy excels for Leinster
The 23-year-old lock was at his destructive best against Ulster.
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10 Jun
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4
Travelling Party
Conan and Ringrose to travel with Leinster to South Africa
10 Jun
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12
End of the road
'We showed great character, kept fighting right to the end'
8 Jun
4.0k
7
On The Road
'The bags are packed' - Leinster set for South Africa trip in URC semis
8 Jun
5.8k
17
highveld hopes
Leinster to visit the Bulls in URC semis after 6-try win over Ulster
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Reports from the Aviva Stadium
8 Jun
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home comforts
Munster's momentum should be too much for Ospreys in Limerick
Graham Rowntree’s side face into the URC play-offs in a different place to last year.
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7 Jun
2.4k
3
jvg
Ex-Munster boss van Graan on brink of first trophy with Bath
6 Jun
3.8k
5
rugby values
Rugby following the trend if €940m deal with Qatar goes ahead
It has been reported that Doha could host the Nations Championship finals weekend from 2026.
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6 Jun
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Cruel
Kennedy and Dardis back soon but Ireland 7s hit by two ACL injuries
5 Jun
4.6k
2
KNOCKOUTS
Munster v Leinster final in Thomond possible but pathway is dangerous
Ulster visit the Aviva Stadium in this weekend’s quarter-finals.
4 Jun
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playmaker
Prendergast set to stay with Leinster, who make move for Slimani
4 Jun
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May
May 2024
Off To A Flyer
Stunning last-gasp try wins it for Ireland 7s on Keenan's return
31 May
13.0k
8
Team news
Munster make 6 changes as Ulster go same again for Thomond Park
31 May
10.0k
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dreaming big
Bid for Olympic glory heats up for Ireland 7s in Madrid
Hugo Keenan, Andrew Smith, and Katie Corrigan join the fold for Madrid.
30 May
3.5k
5
on the arm
The confusing rugby law hack that may soon be totally outlawed
Leinster and Toulouse both tried playing the scrum-half’s arm in the Champions Cup final.
30 May
4.2k
10
In Demand
Sam Prendergast at 10 for Leinster against Connacht
30 May
9.4k
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GOAT?
Dupont's display against Leinster was mesmeric and majestic
The Toulouse scrum-half was the difference between the teams in London.
Murray Kinsella
29 May
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4
Final Chapter
Leinster and Ireland back row Rhys Ruddock announces retirement
28 May
6.3k
26
X Factor
Munster set to sign South African flyer Thaakir Abrahams
28 May
8.2k
57
decisions
Should Leinster have kicked at goal more often against Toulouse?
The two sides’ approach to penalties was notably different in the Champions Cup final.
Murray Kinsella
27 May
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11
go again
'We’ll bounce back' - Leinster still chasing that elusive fifth star
27 May
3.5k
33
Visits
Leinster's inability to convert in the 22 central to Toulouse defeat
The Irish province had 18 visits into the Toulouse 22 but only managed one try.
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Reports from London
26 May
6.6k
21
new ground
Leinster fans out in force on remarkable occasion at Spurs' home
25 May
4.0k
14
Second best
'The changing room is devastated... It hurts. It hurts a lot'
25 May
10.6k
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after extra time
Agony again for Leinster as Toulouse claim their 6th Champions Cup crown
The French side won a thrilling, wild final in extra time.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
25 May
11.6k
175
Magic Pill
'He's a bit of a character' - Time for the Nienaber Effect to take flight
The South African senior coach has had a huge influence on Leinster this season.
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Reports from London
25 May
2.2k
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finale
Leinster's showdown with Toulouse promises to be thrilling, tense affair
25 May
1.3k
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Analysis
Baird backed at lineout as Leinster look for major 6/2 impact
24 May
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decisions
'Ross Molony is incredibly unlucky' - Cullen on Leinster's selection
24 May
5.3k
16
Team news
Jenkins and Connors start for Leinster with Ryan on the bench
24 May
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Big Joe
Explosive lock McCarthy can be a point of difference for Leinster
24 May
4.3k
19
Selection
Leinster set to start Connors in Champions Cup final against Toulouse
23 May
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33
DNA
'Toulouse are about something bigger than just the rugby match'
The French aristocrats take pride in their playing identity and homegrown players.
Murray Kinsella
22 May
3.8k
12
Gold Hopes
Hugo Keenan to return to Ireland 7s set-up ahead of the Olympics
6 hrs ago
14.5k
39
Central contracts
IRFU confirms change to central contracting model
7 hrs ago
11.2k
62
main man
Leinster have always had faith in Ross Byrne's ability to deliver
The 29-year-old out-half has built plenty of experience with his province.
Murray Kinsella
13 hrs ago
2.1k
9
strengths
'It’s easy to forget who's playing in blue' - Leinster's cause for confidence
21 May
3.5k
6
Plus ça change
What has changed for Toulouse since last year's loss to Leinster?
Blair Kinghorn joined in December, while 21-year-old centre Paul Costes has broken into the team.
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19 May
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