Paul O'Connell: We can't be 'sometimes players' in the next two weeks
Paul O'Connell says he doesn't expect Ireland's squad to be "cramming", as they prepare to test their Grand Slam credentials against Scotland and England in the coming weeks.
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Ireland optimistic over Garry Ringrose, Stuart McCloskey and James Lowe
Ringrose withdrew on the eve of Saturday’s 34-20 Guinness Six Nations success over Italy due to a minor calf injury, while fellow centre McCloskey and wing Lowe sustained similar issues in Rome.
O'Connell allays fears over Lowe and Ringrose fitness
James Lowe and Garry Ringrose both sat out Ireland's open training session with the U20 squad at the Aviva Stadium this afternoon, but coach Paul O'Connell says he's confident both will be available for selection in next week's Guinness Six Nations trip to Scotland.
Farrell praises "outstanding" Irish pack after win against Springboks
DUBLIN : Ireland coach Andy Farrell praised his "outstanding" pack for emerging from one of the toughest tests in world rugby against the always physical Springboks with a 19-16 victory that added to the top-ranked team's growing momentum.
Kyriacou wants Muster pack to rediscover 'fear factor'
Andi Kyriacou only spent one season at Munster as a player, but it made a lasting impact.
Stuart McCloskey key to the cohesion as Ulster start brightly
Ulster were the big winners from the opening round of URC action.
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.
Simon Easterby to lead Emerging Ireland on South African tour
The IRFU have confirmed Simon Easterby will lead an Emerging Ireland squad for a three-match South African tour this autumn.