URC teams: Dan Sheehan to lead Leinster as five internationals return
Leinster welcome back five members of Ireland's World Cup squad for their BKT United Rugby Championship clash against Dragons on Sunday (1.15pm).
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Ringrose and Ryan named as Leinster co-captains
Garry Ringrose and James Ryan have been named as new Leinster co-captains.
Leinster set to welcome back Ireland players for Dragons
Leinster will welcome back a number of their Ireland internationals for Sunday's clash with the Dragons but the World Cup contingent will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Osborne sets sights on more 'big games' with Leinster
Jamie Osborne's taste of competitive action in the big games last season has given him an appetite for more of the same as Leinster get their season up and running.
Andy Farrell named World Rugby Coach of the Year
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has been named World Rugby Coach of the Year, while Ardie Savea was crowned Men's 15s Player of the Year at the World Rugby Awards in Paris.
Player ratings: Aki battles hard as Ireland outplayed
Ireland fell at a familiar fence at the World Cup again, going out 28-24 to New Zealand.
Good early start key for All Blacks to 'turn the dial back' against Ireland, says McCaw
Ex-New Zealand captain Richie McCaw said his former side have to start well against Ireland in Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarter-final if they hope to upset the odds.
Hansen 'all good' after Ireland captain's run
Mack Hansen had his right calf heavily strapped but took a full part in the Ireland captain's run ahead of tomorrow’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand.