Preview: Ireland's World Cup depth to be tested by Fiji
As mind games go, Vern Cotter doesn't get top marks for originality.
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Easterby dismisses Cotter's 'training session' remark
Ireland insist they will afford Fiji the same respect as South Africa and Australia following provocative comments from their coach Vern Cotter.
'I knew I would be back' - Baloucoune ready to take his chance
Robert Baloucoune says he's a patient man, and you'd be inclined to believe him.
Munster boosted by return of Emerging Ireland crop
Munster's Emerging Ireland contingent look set to be available for the province in this weekend's crucial BKT United Rugby Championship meeting with Bulls on Saturday.
Dogged display sees Ireland end South African tour unbeaten
Cheetahs 14-21 Emerging Ireland
Simon Easterby's Emerging Ireland XV named for Cheetahs encounter
Simon Easterby has named his Emerging Ireland line-up for their clash with the Cheetahs on Sunday in Bloemfontein (kick-off 2pm Irish time), with the visitors bidding to wrap to a perfect trip to South Africa after earlier victories against the Griquas and the Pumas.
Emerging Ireland made to work for second tour victory against Pumas
Emerging Ireland 28-24 Pumas
Sevens recruit Smith hoping to emerge against the Pumas
It's just over three weeks ago since Andrew Smith was picking up a bronze medal in Cape Town, the Leinster academy winger having been part of the Ireland side who surprised many with a third place finish at the World Cup Sevens.