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URC clashes to provide Ireland 'A' hopefuls audition

The addition of an Ireland 'A' fixture has added a little extra spice to this weekend’s URC action with a number of fringe players looking to impress.

Tadhg Beirne signs new Ireland and Munster central contract

Tadhg Beirne has signed a new two-year central contract extension to remain with Ireland and Munster until 2027.

Calvin Nash scoffs at suggestion Ireland have hit top form

Despite an impressive start to the Guinness Six Nations, Calvin Nash has brushed away any suggestion that Ireland are near their peak.

Beauden back with the Blues for Super Rugby title defence

SYDNEY : Beauden Barrett played his first Super Rugby match way back in 2011 but the 33-year-old believes he's got a couple of years left in him yet as he embarks on another new season with the Auckland Blues this weekend.

Bernard Jackman would be 'shocked' if Wales land Simon Easterby

While many in Wales have called for their union to headhunt Simon Easterby to become their next head coach, Bernard Jackman says he would be "absolutely shocked" to see the Ireland interim boss leave the IRFU.