URC review: Blockbuster battles come at a cost
A record-breaking crowd, weather gods playing ball and more than one intriguing sub-plot had everyone set for a blockbuster.
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Leinster's Josh van der Flier ready to go after 'mentally' exhausting season
Josh van der Flier would want to be careful.
Bok lock Snyman close to return to action for Leinster: 'Hopefully the medics give us all-clear'
Springbok lock RG Snyman is close to returning to action from injury for Irish giants Leinster in the United Rugby Championship.
Leinster look set to unleash RG Snyman for debut against Benetton
Leinster look set to hand RG Snyman a debut this weekend when they take on Benetton in the BKT URC.
Ireland's Dan Sheehan on course for Six Nations, says Jacques Nienaber
Leinster senior coach Jacques Nienaber has issued a positive update on Dan Sheehan, saying he expects the hooker to be fit for Ireland's Six Nations campaign.
Honest and direct Erasmus key to Springboks success, Kolisi says
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said the honest environment created by coach Rassie Erasmus and his willingness to try new things were key to their success after the Springboks thumped Australia in their Rugby Championship opener on Saturday.
IRFU appoint Aled Walters as athletic performance coach
The IRFU have landed a major coup, as they confirmed the appointment of Aled Walters as the new Head of Athletic Performance with the senior men's team.
Tony Brown: Jerry Flannery's Irish insight invaluable for the Boks
New South Africa attack coach Tony Brown believes Jerry Flannery's insights on Ireland could have a major impact on the upcoming Test series between the sides.