Ireland escape to victory as Wallabies almost spoil the party
It was a case of second gear, second best for the most part and almost a second defeat of the Autumn Nations Series for Ireland.
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Canadian women lose twice but advance to quarterfinals at Dubai 7s
Canada's women defeated Brazil but lost to Japan and New Zealand on Day 1 of the Emirates Dubai Sevens in Dubai, the opening event of World Rugby's 2025 HSBC SVNS series.
Saturday Sport: Ireland face Joe Schmidt's Australia, Leinster hurling and football finals
Jack Crowley says competition for the Irish rugby 10 shirt will push him and Sam Prendergast to become better players.
Preview: Ireland Aussie clash perfect for party time
One former ruler returns, another takes his leave, a genuine out-half battle that looks set to run for years, a Lions sub-plot, and there's the small matter of a 150th birthday party.
Cian Healy's career comes full circle ahead of record Test against the Wallabies
Given how significant Australia has been in the ups and downs of Cian Healy's career, it’s quite appropriate that the loosehead prop will put his name into the Irish rugby record books against the Wallabies this afternoon.
Jack Crowley: Out-half competition 'a sign of a good thing'
When Jack Crowley addressed the media on Tuesday afternoon, the assumption in the room was that the Munster out-half would be restored to the starting line-up this weekend, for Ireland's final Test of 2024.
Leinster march on with bonus-point win at Ulster
Leinster made it seven wins from seven in the United Rugby Championship as they beat Ulster 27-20 at the Kingspan Stadium.
'Big man, just lives for the scrums' - Leinster captain Jack Conan hails Rabah Slimani
Captain Jack Conan hailed the impact of Rabah Slimani after Leinster dug out a hard-fought victory over Ulster in the URC.