Easterby wary of 'compromises' over Emerging Ireland
Simon Easterby says he's wary of the compromises that the four Irish provinces have had to make for his upcoming Emerging Ireland tour to South Africa.
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Jackman: Emerging Ireland Tour a 'terrible' idea
RTÉ Rugby analyst Bernard Jackman has branded the upcoming Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa as a "terrible idea", citing both the timing of the venture and the poor quality of the opposition involved.
RTÉ Rugby podcast: Emerging Ireland doubts, and the URC returns
In episode 1 of the new RTÉ Rugby podcast season, Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Hayes as they run the microscope over all four Irish provinces for the new campaign.
Leo Cullen: Last season's near misses have sharpened focus
Leinster were left with a hollow feeling following the disappointing conclusion to last season but Leo Cullen said it has "sharpened the focus" as they prepare to return to competitive action.
Leinster's Hugo Keenan and James Lowe to miss start of United Rugby Championship season
Leinster duo Hugo Keenan and James Lowe will miss the opening rounds of the new UTK United Rugby Championship season due to injury.
One year out: Irish rugby braced for its biggest season
In just under 12 months, Ireland's Rugby World Cup campaign will be up and running.
URC chief allays fears over Emerging Ireland tour
United Rugby Championship chief Martin Anayi has played down concerns that the Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa later this month will dampen the competitiveness of the Irish sides in the URC.
URC chief allays fears over Emerging Ireland tour
United Rugby Championship chief Martin Anayi has played down concerns that the Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa later this month will dampen the competitiveness of the Irish sides in the URC.