Saturday Sport: Ireland take on Portugal in Lisbon, Irish provinces in URC action
The Republic of Ireland face a huge task to get their World Cup qualifying campaign back on track when they take on Portugal in Lisbon tonight.
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Tommy O'Brien and Darragh Murray to make Ireland debuts against Georgia
Leinster's Tommy O'Brien and Connacht's Darragh Murray are set to make their debuts for Ireland as Paul O'Connell named his starting 15 to take on Georgia on Saturday.
Cardiff v Munster live: Kick-off time, TV details and score updates
Cardiff are looking to take a big step towards the United Rugby Championship play-offs as they welcome Munster to the Arms Park on Friday night.
Munster confirm JJ Hanrahan return for third stint
Munster have confirmed that JJ Hanrahan will return for a third stint at the club at the start of next season.
Munster sign Leinster front row duo Michael Milne and Lee Barron
Munster have announced the signings of Leinster front rows Michael Milne and Lee Barron on two-year contracts.
Dan Sheehan and James Lowe set for timely Leinster returns ahead of Six Nations
Ireland internationals Dan Sheehan and James Lowe are set to make their returns from injury in Leinster's United Rugby Championship clash with Stormers on Saturday.
URC team news: Leinster changes; international trio back for Connacht
The Leinster team to take on Connacht in the URC on Saturday evening sees Alex Soroka make his first appearance of the season, while international trio Bundee Aki, Mack Hansen and Finlay Bealham all return for the visitors.
URC team news: Provinces go strong ahead of final round before Test window
Robbie Henshaw will make his first appearance of the season for Leinster in Saturday's BKT United Rugby Championship meeting with the Emirates Lions at the Aviva Stadium (Saturday, 5.15pm, live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player).