The heat is on in Marseille ahead of Leinster's big day
There's more than a hint of irony that the first thing the Leinster fans saw as they walked through the doors of Shannon Airport was the sight of three of Munster's finest.
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Leinster's final flourish - Four stars on a shirt
Leinster go in search of a fifth European Champions Cup title when they face La Rochelle at the Stade Velodrome later today.
Watch: Irish Star Paul Stirling Smashes 34 Runs Off One Over During Whirlwind Century In T20 Blast
Ireland opener Paul Stirling once again showcased his big-hitting abilities, smashing 119 runs off just 51 balls to help Birmingham Bears rout Northamptonshire by 125 runs (DLS method) in a T20 Blast match on Thursday. Apart from Paul Stirling, Sam Hain blasted 66 not out off 32 balls as Birmingham Bears posted 207 for three in 16 overs. During Stirling's assault on Northamptonshire, he took a liking to one particular bowler -- James Sales -- smashing him for 34 runs off one over. Stirling nearly matched the record of six sixes in an over, but on the last ball of the over, failed to clear the boundary.
Huddersfield Town defender Brodie Spencer urged to capitalise on surprise NI call-up
Huddersfield Town teenager Brodie Spencer has been urged to capitalise on his surprise call-up to the Northern Ireland senior squad.
Manchester City teenager Shea Charles is at home with Northern Ireland, insists Ian Baraclough
Ian Baraclough is confident Manchester City starlet Shea Charles has found a permanent international home with Northern Ireland.
NI boss Ian Baraclough delivers 'envious' message to Rangers as Steven Davis weighs up future
Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough says Rangers are in a privileged position to have the option to sign Steven Davis on a new deal at Ibrox.
NI manager Ian Baraclough has 'cross-channel' hope for Glentoran winger Conor McMenamin
Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough has told Glentoran winger Conor McMenamin that it's not too late for him to secure a cross-channel move to England or Scotland.
Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough warns player workload will lead to injuries
Ian Baraclough has warned of the dangers facing fatigued players as Northern Ireland prepare to play four Nations League games in the space of 10 days.