July internationals Team of the Week: Ireland dominate after superb series win over the All Blacks
Ireland lead the way with five players in our XV after their victory over New Zealand, while South Africa are next best with three representatives.
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ISL: Bengaluru FC sign Fiji international striker Roy Krishna
Roy Krishna, which will add more firepower to their frontline. The 34-year-old Krishna, who captains Fiji and has the most goals and appearances for his country, has previously turned out for ATK FC and ATK Mohun Bagan in the Indian Super League. "I had conversations with the coach (Simon Grayson) when I was in the early stages of negotiations and he really convinced me that I would have an impact at the club," said Krishna following the completion of formalities on his deal.
Ireland yet to hit their peak, and have France to thank
In the week between Ireland's first and second ever wins against the All Blacks in New Zealand, a lot of questions were asked of Ireland.
'Something wrong': All Blacks greats question coach Foster's future
Former All Blacks great Wayne "Buck" Shelford on Monday increased the pressure on beleaguered coach Ian Foster saying it was clear there was "something wrong" after back-to-back Ireland defeats.
The sporting weekend in pictures
Cameron Smith produced a superb final round to win the 150th Open Championship at St Andrews after finishing one shot ahead of America’s Cameron Young and two clear of third-placed Rory McIlroy.
Ireland deserve No 1 spot but World Cup contenders are enticingly spread
Rugby union is not renowned as a perfect science but the symmetry of this month’s north v south contests has been striking. Four tours by Ireland, England, Wales and Scotland, four narrow 2-1 outcomes, six Test wins apiece for each hemisphere and a collective points aggregate of 280 v 282. The margins across global rugby have never been tighter.
Sexton wary of complacency as Ireland reach top of world rankings
Captain Johnny Sexton has warned Ireland against complacency ahead of next year's World Cup following a momentous series win in New Zealand.
All Blacks: New Zealand Rugby boss says Ireland series loss is ‘not acceptable’
New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson has voiced his displeasure at the All Blacks’ 2-1 series defeat to Ireland and described the three-time world champions’ recent performances as “not acceptable”.