Stuart McCloskey considered Ulster exit while in Ireland exile
Stuart McCloskey had to wait seven years between his first and second Six Nations appearances and the Ireland centre revealed he considered moving abroad during his international exile.
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In-form Garry Ringrose has become the centre of attention for Ireland
While there was plenty of discussion this week about which player would don the No 12 jersey for Ireland in Cardiff, who started alongside them wasn't even up for debate.
Ringrose a potential future Ireland captain - Jackman
Bernard Jackman believes Garry Ringrose has the makings of the next Ireland captain when Johnny Sexton retires.
Ireland at near full strength for Six Nations push
DUBLIN : Ireland named a near full-strength squad for the Six Nations on Thursday, with just one uncapped player among the 37 selected and captain Johnny Sexton included as expected as he bids to return to fitness for the Feb. 4 opener in Wales.
Will Connors among Leinster returnees ahead of Racing clash
Leinster flanker Will Connors could make his first appearance since October against Racing 92 on Saturday but Johnny Sexton and Tadhg Furlong remain unavailable due to injury.
James Lowe finding form after frustrating spell on sidelines
James Lowe freely admits he is not a good spectator, even if it was something he had to get used to during the opening months of the season.
Robbie Henshaw ruled out until January after wrist surgery
Robbie Henshaw has been ruled out of action until January after undergoing surgery on a wrist injury.
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.