Mike Prendergast: Munster must get a result against Ulster
Mike Prendergast says Munster's interprovincial derby with Ulster has taken on added importance as they bid to end a tough opening block of fixtures with a win.
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'What are we scared of?' - Andy Farrell calls on Ireland to go 'full-throttle' against Springboks
Ireland must embrace their status as rugby's world number one, according to head coach Andy Farrell.
Injured Ireland stars could play against Springboks
Ireland coach Andy Farrell said on Tuesday he had yet to rule out any of his squad's injured players from next week's November opener against world champions South Africa.
Libbok, Roos scoop top Stormers awards
Flyhalf Manie Libbok and No 8 Evan Roos were the big winners at the Wester Province Rugby awards evening on Tuesday.
Rugby-Australia's Kellaway says players must 'front up' against Scotland
(Reuters) - Australia back Andrew Kellaway said it was up to the players to show improved performances after nine defeats in 12 tests over the last year, and they could start by beating recent bogey side Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday.
Italy women's Rugby World Cup forward banned 12 weeks for biting
WELLINGTON: Italy second-row forward Sara Tounesi was on Tuesday (Oct 25) banned for 12 matches for biting an opponent in the women's Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.
Boks on notice ahead of Euro tour: Here's the half dozen with plenty to gain and lose
The Springbok end-of-year tour, where they will face Ireland, France, Italy, and England, may serve as a last-chance saloon for several Bok players.
Max Deegan delighted after meeting childhood hero Kieran Read
Max Deegan plans to use some of the "golden nuggets" of information gleaned from childhood hero Kieran Read when Leinster face the Scarlets on Friday.