Former Ireland international Andrew Trimble says his compatriots take no pleasure in seeing the struggles of their Welsh counterparts and are instead "extremely concerned" about events on the ...

France staved off an Ireland fightback to win 27-15 in the opening match of the 2025 Women's Six Nations in Belfast on Saturday. Both teams scored three tries apiece but while France's Morgane ...

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Ireland’s Six Nations campaign began with a defeat on Saturday afternoon in Belfast. But there were clear signs that Scott Bemand’s side are closing the gap on the top sides in Europe.

Keep an eye out for mentions of something called the "Green Wave" in the next few weeks and months. From the ashes of a wooden spoon in the Guinness Women's Six Nations in 2023, Ireland have ...

Image: Emilie Boulard (second right) celebrates with her team-mates as France held off a second-half Ireland fightback in the Women's Six Nations France held off a second-half Ireland fightback to ...

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Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Leinster lost their 2024/25 unbeaten record in heart ...

Ulster's Robert Baloucoune has yet to make an appearance this season Ulster head coach Richie Murphy says Robert Baloucoune is looking "really sharp" as he prepares to make his comeback from injury.

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Ulster survived a huge scare against the Dragons to win 34-30 and keep their hopes of a top-eight finish in the United Rugby Championship alive. The Dragons, who have only one win to their name ...

Cian Healy has opened up about his retirement from the Ireland squad for the first time since the news was announced. The Dublin native rarely opens up about his personal life but took time to reflect ...