Ireland vs Wales: Nick Timoney to start and Tommy O'Brien misses out
Andy Farrell has named his matchday squad for Friday night’s Guinness Men’s Six Nations clash against Wales at the Aviva Stadium.
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Brilliant France too strong for Ireland in Six Nations opener
PARIS, Feb 5 : France launched the defence of their Six Nations title in emphatic fashion, sweeping Ireland aside 36-14 at the Stade de France on Thursday, dominating play for long stretches before easing off once the bonus point was secured.
Henshaw joins growing Irish injury list for start of Six Nations
DUBLIN, Jan 21 : Robbie Henshaw will miss the start of the Six Nations, bringing to ten the number of Irish players ruled out for at least the tournament's opening games as Andy Farrell named a depleted squad on Wednesday.
Harry Byrne included in Ireland squad for Six Nations
Leinster fly-half Harry Byrne has been included in the Ireland squad for the opening rounds of the Six Nations.
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.
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.