Nominees confirmed for Rugby Writers Ireland awards
A five-player shortlist has been confirmed for both the men's and women's XVs player of the year, ahead of this month's Guinness Rugby Writers of Ireland awards.
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Johnny Sexton creating ‘real positivity’ when mentoring Ireland fly-halves
Former captain Johnny Sexton has created “real positivity” in Ireland’s camp after returning to perform a part-time mentoring role.
Andes crash survivor talk 'inspirational' for Irish squad
The Irish rugby squad were given an "inspirational" speech by Nando Parrado, one of the Uruguayan rugby players who survived the 1972 Andes plane crash portrayed in the movie Alive.
Peter O'Mahony returns for Munster to start v All Blacks XV
Peter O'Mahony will return from a hamstring injury for Munster’s sold-out clash with an All Blacks XV at Thomond Park on Saturday, with Diarmuid Barron captaining the province in their first game since the departure of head coach Graham Rowntree.
Rónan Kelleher on course to return as Ireland ramp up preparations for All Blacks
Hooker Rónan Kelleher is on course to be fit for Ireland's Test match against New Zealand on Friday week.
Munster's Peter O'Mahony may feature against All Blacks XV with Ruben Love added to squad
Peter O'Mahony could make his Munster return against the All Blacks XV this weekend, while a number of players are unavailable due to international commitments.
Cian Prendergast signs new Connacht deal
Connacht captain Cian Prendergast has signed a three-year contract with the Westerners keeping him at the club until at least 2028.
Ireland and Leinster captain Caelan Doris determined to 'lead through actions'
Caelan Doris doesn't believe that double-jobbing as Leinster and Ireland captain will affect his game.