Champions Cup primer pool best preparation for latest Leinster bid
There's no such thing as perfection in sport but Leo Cullen will be well pleased this Monday morning after establishing a firm base at the foot of the Champions Cup mountain.
County Clermont Sport News
Bath fighting talk ahead of crucial Aviva clash
Johann van Graan says it is "all to play for" after Bath put themselves firmly in the mix for a Champions Cup last-16 place ahead of a trip to Aviva Stadium.
Provinces focus turns to Europe after weekend off
The Irish provinces return to action in Europe after a rare New Year's weekend off.
La Rochelle's Teddy Thomas banned for Leinster showdown
La Rochelle will be without Teddy Thomas for their Champions Cup clash with Leinster after the centre was suspended for an incident in a Top 14 game.
Loose Leinster do just enough to beat Clermont
Two first-half tries and a second-half penalty were just about enough for Leinster to claim their second Investec Champions Cup win, against Clermont, but it was a performance that will give Leo Cullen plenty to ponder.
Jordie Barrett set for first Leinster start against Clermont, Zac Ward handed Ulster debut
Jordie Barrett will get his first Leinster start against Clermont in tomorrow's Champions Cup tie, while Sam Prendergast retains the out-half shirt.
Will Connors aims for Ireland return ahead of busy run with Leinster
Leinster back-row Will Connors is hoping a run of form with his province can put him back in the mix with Ireland.
Rugby union-Wales centre Davies retires from professional rugby
Wales centre Jonathan Davies announced his retirement from professional rugby on Sunday after the 36-year-old had taken a break since leaving Scarlets at the end of last season.