Joe McCarthy ready for first Thomond Park experience
If you knew about Joe McCarthy 12 months ago, it's likely you were either a die-hard Leinster supporter or a regular follower of the Energia All Ireland League.
Joe Maccarthy Sport News
URC teams: Porter set for 100th Leinster cap, Munster make two changes
Andrew Porter will win his 100th cap for Leinster in their BKT United Rugby Championship interpro clash with Munster on St Stephen's Day.
Sexton to return for Leinster, Aki back for Connacht
Johnny Sexton will make his return from a calf injury for Leinster in tomorrow night's Champions Cup Pool A clash with Gloucester at the RDS (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player), however Tadhg Furlong once again misses out.
Cullen: Internal competition will drive Leinster
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is calling on his players to use tomorrow's meeting with Glasgow Warriors (live on RTÉ1 and RTÉ Player) to drive their own "internal competition", ahead of a busy block of games.
Andy Farrell: Joe McCarthy has 'earned the right' for his debut
Andy Farrell says Joe McCarthy's potential Test debut this week is a just reward for his work in recent months.
Sexton back as Ireland change seven for Australia visit
Ireland flyhalf Johnny Sexton has been recalled as one of seven changes for the autumn international against Australia in Dublin on Saturday, with uncapped lock Joe McCarthy named among the replacements.
Sexton starts v Australia with McCarthy set for debut off bench
Ireland's injury worries have cleared up ahead of Saturday's final Test of the Autumn Nations Series against Australia at the Aviva Stadium.
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton a doubt for Australia as injuries mount
Ireland are facing an out-half injury crisis ahead of Saturday's autumn finale against Australia with captain Johnny Sexton doubtful and Joey Carbery ruled out.