URC team news: Harry Byrne makes first Leinster start of season
Robert Baloucoune will make his 50th appearance for Ulster when they visit Benetton on Saturday.
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URC team of the week: Leinster and Munster impress in round 11
There was further derby drama in the BKT United Rugby Championship on either side of the New Year celebrations.
McFarland slams 'terrible' Ulster after late collapse against Munster
Dan McFarland said Ulster have a "big issue" when it comes to closing out games after they fell to a last-gasp loss to Munster.
Ben Healy scores last-gasp winner as Munster stun Ulster
Ben Healy scored a try from the final play as a much-changed Munster began 2023 with a stunning victory over Ulster in Belfast.
Predicting Ireland's Six Nations starting XV
The dust has only settled on Ireland’s autumn campaign but thoughts are already turning to next year’s Six Nations and what Andy Farrell’s starting side will be when they travel to Cardiff in 10 weeks’ time.
Irish reinforced as Sexton returns for Aussie Test
Johnny Sexton returns along with several other regular first choice players to Ireland's starting line-up for Saturday's Autumn Series match with Australia at Lansdowne Road with the hosts seeking a record-equalling 12th successive home Test win.
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.
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton a doubt for Australia as injuries mount
Ireland are facing an out-half injury crisis ahead of Saturday's autumn finale against Australia with captain Johnny Sexton doubtful and Joey Carbery ruled out.