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Rugby

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2024
Farrell welcomes big guns back in an Ireland squad with lots of storylines
Andy Farrell is aiming for a clean sweep before he hands over the reins to Simon Easterby.
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Analysing Farrell's November squad, Sexton's return, and what it's like to get an Irish call-up
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Dublin-born Brennan named in France squad for November internationals
Doris named Ireland captain with two uncapped players in 35-man squad
Cormac Izuchukwu and Sam Prendergast will hope to make their debuts next month.
'It would be brilliant if he gets the opportunity' - Nienaber backs McCarthy for Ireland
Rowntree says Munster looking to recruit short-term cover at loosehead
RG Snyman returns for Springboks' November internationals
Fitzgerald signs three-month extension with Munster
Ireland to play Japan in 2025 Women's World Cup opener
League convert Suaalii in Wallabies squad for Europe, Skelton returns
'I like the stimulus I’m getting at club level' - Nienaber enjoying life at Leinster
Connacht head coach urges Ioane to 'be brave' in finding form
'If Lowe was ruled out, would you feel confident with Stockdale on Ireland’s left wing?'
Murray returns home and Casey back in training ahead of Sharks game
A brilliant Leinster win, Munster’s lineout shambles, and it's time to talk about Stockdale
Wales boss Warren Gatland calls up uncapped duo ahead of autumn internationals
Cullen set to sign new two-year deal as Leinster head coach
Henshaw available for selection while Leinster wait on fitness of Frawley and McCarthy
La Rochelle bounce back against Bordeaux-Begles
'It was a difficult time so we really appreciated the offer from Leinster'
RG Snyman was player of the match on Saturday night against Connacht.
Boost for Ireland as Connacht expect Mack Hansen back soon
Frawley injury a worry less than three weeks before All Blacks clash
Leinster make it 5 BP wins from 5 as Snyman shines against Connacht
'We killed ourselves in so many facets' - Rowntree left furious with Munster errors
Sloppy Munster come away empty-handed from Stormers defeat
Ireland and Ulster's Jacob Stockdale 'playing out of his skin'
South African tour may come at perfect time as Munster look to get show on the road
'An absolute pleasure to deal with' - Prendergasts doing Newbridge proud
Cian and Sam are among the professional players to have come through the Kildare school.
Stockdale stars as Ulster cruise to bonus-point win over depleted Ospreys
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The best of this week's Rugby Weekly Extra!
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IRFU come out against permanent adoption of 20-minute red card
Munster make five changes for Stormers test
Connacht v Leinster: Mack Hansen out, Rabah Slimani starts, and trio set for debut
Connacht's Josh Murphy handed four-week ban after red card against Ulster
Former Ireland player Sene Naoupu appointed as CEO of North Otago RFU
Ulster's midfield merry-go-round continues as Ospreys visit Belfast
James Culhane aiming 'to make some moves' at Leinster
'I’d like to fire into this weekend full metal jacket'
'The friendship is unbelievable. You're playing for your community'
Ireland drawn with New Zealand, Japan and Spain in Women's Rugby World Cup
Scott Bemand’s side will once again face the world champions in England next year.