Connacht confirm signing of former Munster player JJ Hanrahan
Connacht have confirmed the signing of former Munster back JJ Hanrahan.
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Justin Tipuric calls time on Wales career months out from World Cup
Wales flanker Justin Tipuric has announced his retirement from international rugby with immediate effect months before the World Cup in France, a blow to coach Warren Gatland's plans to revive his side's fortunes.
O'Gara: We have fun but we've high standards
Ronan O'Gara has backed his La Rochelle team to rise to the challenge as they enter the Leinster 'lion’s den’ to defend their Heineken Champions Cup title.
'Pressure is a funny thing, isn't it?' - Leo Cullen embracing the nerves as Leinster go for fifth title
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen admits the pressure is on his side to deliver in tomorrow's Heineken Champions Cup final against La Rochelle (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player), but says it's a challenge they're more that willing to accept.
Justin Tipuric retires from international rugby with immediate effect: Live updates
Justin Tipuric has announced he is stepping away from international rugby with immediate effect.
Bok Test mode loading ... 'Players know what to expect,' says Nienaber after first Durban camp
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber is satisfied that they achieved their objectives in the first of two preparation camps that concluded in Durban on Friday.
James Lowe passed fit as Leinster make 12 changes for Champions Cup final
James Lowe has been passed fit to start for Leinster in Saturday's Heineken Champions Cup final against La Rochelle at the Aviva Stadium (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player).
Caolan Dooley and Michelle Claffey the big winners at AIL awards
Caolan Dooley and Michelle Claffey claimed the top prizes at the Energia All Ireland League awards on Thursday night.