Glasgow get the better of a spirited Connacht.
Pic Credit BBC Sport. James Grennan Glasgow Warriors made the most of their distinct home advantage, turning what should have been a competitive clash into a highly frustrating night for all of us as they ran out 36-19 winners. The evening actually began with immense promise for our boys, who built sustained early pressure 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 […]
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 […]
A Double header for Connacht rugby.
James Grennan Dexcom Stadium in Galway is set for a massive rugby double-header this Saturday, 5 September 2026, offering fans a full day of action as squads finalize their preparations for the upcoming season. Connacht Eagles v Ulster ‘A’ (2:00 PM k/o) The afternoon kicks off with a developmental showcase as the Connacht Eagles host […]
Leinster weakened for 2026/7 season.
Frank Schnittger With the club season finally over, the time has come to turn our attention to next year’s squad for each of the provinces, starting with Leinster for what will be Leo Cullen’s final season in charge. On the face of it, Leinster’s squad for next season looks significantly weaker with Rieko Ioane (Blues), […]
LEINSTER RETAIN URC TITLE WITH CROKE PARK MASTERCLASS AGAINST BULLS
Tommy McLoughlin – New Ross RFC Leinster’s season ended with silverware at Croke Park as they overwhelmed the Vodacom Bulls 36–7 to secure a second successive United Rugby Championship title. Before 39,184 spectators, Leo Cullen’s side ran in five tries and turned early Bulls indiscipline into a lead the South African visitors could not recover […]
Gibson-Park helps seal Leinster’s place in a Croke Park final.
Tommy McLoughlin – New Ross RFC Leinster are back in the BKT United Rugby Championship final after battling their way past a stubborn DHL Stormers side 20–11 at the Aviva Stadium. In front of 15,346 supporters, Leo Cullen’s side did enough to book a return to Croke Park, where they will meet the Bulls in […]
Leinster respond in style as Lowe breaks the record in Lions rout.
Tommy Mc Loughlin – New Ross RFC Leinster put the disappointment of Bilbao firmly behind them with a commanding 59–10 win over Fidelity SecureDrive Lions in tonight’s United Rugby Championship quarter-final at the Aviva Stadium. In front of a modest attendance of 9,493, Leo Cullen’s side delivered the kind of response that was badly needed […]
A review of the last round of the URC.
Frank Schnittger The last round of the URC went about as well as could have been hoped for the Irish provinces. Leinster had a facile win over a game Ospreys side to secure home knock-out matches up to the final. You have to feel for the constant humiliation of Welsh fans. Connacht and Munster had […]
Leinster warm up for Bilbao with a ten try Ospreys rout.
Tommy Mc Loughlin – New Ross RFC A week on from travelling to Swansea with New Ross RFC on our club tour, where we played two teams from the Ospreys region and then took in Ospreys v Scarlets, I had a little extra interest in seeing the Welsh side come to Dublin. Unfortunately for the […]