Stay to play or stray and play?
Danny Brosnan It’s been there for quite a few years. Not exactly officially but always used. The “no province, no call up” rule. Why I get it has it’s merits and disadvantages. It’s seems to have suited us well in certain regards. Obviously there are people who would rather see the rule abolished completely and […]
O’Shea shines as Munster hold off the Bulls.
Sportsdesk Editor Charlie O’Shea announced himself on the senior stage in spectacular fashion as Munster overcame the Bulls 26–22 at Thomond Park to claim their first United Rugby Championship victory of the season. The 20-year-old Cork out-half, making his first competitive start for the province, produced a performance of maturity and composure well beyond his […]
Ulster share the spoils in Glasgow.
Pic credit Getty images Sportsdesk Editor Ulster surrendered a 12-point second-half lead before battling back to snatch a dramatic 33–33 draw against Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun. Ulster made a flying start when Bryn Ward crossed inside the opening five minutes, but Glasgow responded through Josh McKay and Kyle Rowe to establish a 14–12 advantage. Two […]
LEINSTER FIGHT BACK BUT SHARKS POWER PROVES TOO MUCH IN DURBAN.
Pic Credit RTE Tommy McLoughlin – New Ross RFC Leinster will return from South Africa still searching for their first win of the new BKT United Rugby Championship season after going down 26–20 to the Sharks at Hollywoodbets Kings Park in Durban. Leo Cullen’s side had their opportunities and briefly led 15–14 during the second […]
Connacht show true character to win in Italy.
Pic credit to RTE James Grennan Connacht secured a dramatic 22-19 away victory over Benetton Rugby at the Stadio Comunale Monigo in Italy, escaping with a maximum haul of 5 points. Frankly, the westerners were incredibly lucky to come away with a bonus-point win. The Italian outfit completely dominated the set-piece, weaponising a ferocious scrum […]
A win for Ireland and a record breaker.
James Grennan at the Dexcom Highly entertaining game in the Dexcom Playing in front of a roaring Galway crowd, hometown hero Béibhinn Parsons cemented her status as an all-time great by becoming the all-time record try scorer for the Ireland women’s game. The local winger put on a spectacular masterclass, scoring two breath taking tries […]
GUNNE HAT-TRICK NOT ENOUGH AS LIONS EDGE LEINSTER IN JOHANNESBURG.
Tommy McLoughlin – New Ross RFC Leinster’s defence of their BKT United Rugby Championship title began with the narrowest of defeats as the Lions edged a dramatic 27–26 contest at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. A youthful Leinster side gave themselves every chance of opening the new campaign with an impressive away victory, with Fintan Gunne scoring a […]
A tough opening night for Connacht.
Photo credit to RTE. James Grennan at the Dexcom Connacht suffered a bitterly disappointing 29-15 defeat against the DHL Stormers on the opening night of the URC here in Dexcom Stadium. Despite the heavy scoreline, the boys showcased incredible resilience in their defensive game, marked by a stunning, last-ditch defensive effort from Hansen the opening […]
USA stun Ireland with a second half comeback.
Peter Burke – Tallaght Stadium I said to my colleague at half time – ‘The USA 1-8 are a big threat’. Ireland women’s long-awaited homecoming to Tallaght Stadium produced a Test match that had everything except the ending the home crowd wanted. For almost an hour, Ireland looked to be cruising towards a memorable victory. […]
A Comprehensive Victory for Connacht Rugby
James Grennan live from the Dexcom Connacht Eagles secured a comprehensive 59-0 victory over Ulster following a dominant attacking performance. The match began as a cagey affair, with both teams struggling to find a breakthrough during a scoreless opening 15 minutes. Connacht centre Sean Walsh opened the scoring by crossing for the first try, which out-half […]