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Crowley takes 10 slot as Emerging Ireland side named
Emerging Ireland head coach Simon Easterby has opted for a half-back pairing of Nathan Doak and Jack Crowley for the opening game of their South African tour against the Griquas in Bloemfontein on Friday evening.
Pete Wilkins: South Africa tour gives Connacht chance to regroup in United Rugby Championship
Pete Wilkins said the two-game tour of South Africa is a "perfect scenario" for Connacht as they look to regroup following their opening-round mauling by Ulster.
Five talking points ahead of the new URC season
A new BKT United Rugby Championship season is upon us, with all four Irish provinces in action on Saturday.
Easterby wary of 'compromises' over Emerging Ireland
Simon Easterby says he's wary of the compromises that the four Irish provinces have had to make for his upcoming Emerging Ireland tour to South Africa.
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.
Andy Farrell: Ireland will be motivated by past failures in Triple Crown bid
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell believes tales of past failures focus minds as his players bid to create their own piece of history.