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Rugby

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Schmidt feels the pressure but stresses optimism for Ireland's future
'Losing to Argentina would have really hurt Ireland and I think it's still affecting them'
'I’m never going to be an Irishman, but I can try my best' - Stander
Ireland U20s forced into late scrum-half change but Ulster wing returns for Italy clash
We'll Leave It There So: Payne game, Gentleman Jim passes away and all today's sport
'Wales scrummage terribly illegally!' Eddie Jones is back playing mind games
'Shit happens, you just have to get on with it': Forward the only focus for McGrath
Goal-kicking, versatility and running threats: Schmidt explains his bench calls
Quiz: Can you recognise these rugby stars from their school days?
Multi-talented Lindsay Peat handed first start for Ireland Women against Italy
Joe Schmidt: 'We haven't trained with Jared at 15'
Unpopular Payne call, bench selection and more Ireland team talking points
Major blow for Italy as captain ruled out of Ireland clash
Schmidt restores Payne to 13 shirt as Zebo named at fullback for Italy clash
England unchanged for Wales clash - but big Manu Tuilagi is back on the bench
English-born but Irish-qualified, Brett Connon shows value of Exiles system
Seagulls be warned: Mike Ross ready for a 'street fight' against tough Italian pack
We'll Leave it There So: Irish cricket heartbreak, Jared Payne set to return and all today's sport
Payne set to return at 13 for Ireland with Zebo ready to replace Kearney
In-form England hooker George could be sidelined until May with ruptured bicep tendon
The Jes and Codyre steal spotlight as Marist fall short in Connacht semi-final
Analysis: Italian scrum had a meltdown against Scotland, and Ireland can take advantage
5 thorough Irish beat-downs on Italy to fill you with confidence this weekend
New deal will keep ROG at Racing Metro until 2019
Comeback trail boost as Connacht scrum-half Cooney extends contract
The42 Six Nations Show: Lynne Cantwell joins Murray Kinsella to discuss winning strategies
'Being part of Connacht is amazing at the moment' - Kerins looking up
Schmidt's Ireland look to balance experience and 'aggressive' youth for Italy
Kearney injury may open door for McCloskey to continue in midfield
Tuilagi returns to England squad after two-year exile
42 of the most talented current Irish female athletes
'Pissed off' Payne putting injury frustration behind him
Cian Healy keeping focus on the future while protecting Ireland's home record
'My body is telling me to stop': Ulster's Humphreys to retire at end of season
Rob Kearney a doubt for Ireland's clash with Italy as Payne moves into contention for fullback slot
'The Fastest Man in Rugby' wants to run the Olympic 100m in Rio
James Haskell wants to stop showing slo-mo replays of foul play on stadium screens
Ian Madigan pays tribute to the men and women of 1916 with these neon green boots
Ulster's brilliant late break, Connacht's epic night in Edinburgh and more Pro12 highlights
Poll: Should tackling be banned in youth rugby?