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• What did the South Africans ever do for us?
82 times capped Girvan Dempsey will retire at the end of Leinster's play-off campaign, having made 174 appearances for his province since his debut in 96. In that time he has won the Celtic League and Magners League titles as well as the Heineken Cup. Dempsey will be inducted into the Irish Rugby
A war of words has raged this week with dangerous amounts of Celtic passion passing back and forth. Unfortunately Wales had little platform and no drive to win this. Ireland were solid under pressure and even entertaining in places, this was a low-octane game compared to last years Grand Slam game!
Ireland have dropped to fifth in the IRB World Rankings after their defeat against France, a win would have seen them move third in the world. France have now beaten Ireland six times in a row at home and move up to fourth in the rankings. England rank sixth. IRB World Rankings: 1(1) NEW ZE
Team: 15-Rob Kearney, 14-Tommy Bowe, 13-Brian O'Driscoll (captain), 12-Gordon D'Arcy, 11-Keith Earls, 10-Ronan O'Gara, 9-Tomas O'Leary; 8-Jamie Heaslip, 7-David Wallace, 6-To be confirmed, 5-Paul O'Connell, 4-Leo Cullen, 3-John Hayes, 2-Jerry Flannery, 1-Cian Healy. Replacements
This week marks the second test in the exciting British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa. It is clear from the first test that this is going to be a trying game and both teams want to ensure that they put their best foot forward when they meet at Loftus Versfeld this weekend. From the South A
The most meaningful praise anyone can get is from those that are in the same position as the one honoured. They truly understand all of the issues that this person has faced and the things that they have had to do to overcome them. It makes it extra special to be recognized by colleagues and friends
The Irish Women’s team continues to show a great performance in their 6 Nations and this week their game against Scotland saw them chalk up yet another victory. This means it is the third in a row for the fairer Irish rugby team. Their Scottish opponents were unable to match their pace and skil
The Irish continue their 6 Nations campaign this week against Scotland as they continue to hope that the Grand Slam is at last within their sights. Gordon D’Arcy rejoins the side in a move that was welcomed by captain Brian O’Driscoll. The center partnership between these two players is oft
The Ireland Sevens team is currently in Dubai as they wrap up the IRB World Sevens Series. Today saw the opening day of the competition and Ireland took on Samoa. The Irish scored a try in the second minute of the game thanks to the efforts of Brain Tuohy and no doubt they thought this might be a
Declan Kidney has named the same side for the Italy game (including replacements) as that which defeated France 30-21 at Croke Park. Paddy Wallace's position was thought to be under threat after Gordon D'Arcy's return (and try!) during Saturday's match. Wallace left the pitch covered in blood but
