Jamie Osborne feels ready to challenge for Ireland starting place
Jamie Osborne is ticking off the boxes, bit by bit, and the 23-year-old is hoping to tick another in the next few days.
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Munster draft in pair of props on short-term contracts
Munster have made two additions to their front row stocks, with props Conor Bartley and Dian Bleuler both linking up with the province on short-term deals.
Walter Walsh enjoying return to rugby after stellar hurling career with Kilkenny
You might expect Walter Walsh to have a little more time on his hands, now that he has drawn the curtain on 12 years of inter-county hurling with Kilkenny.
David Campese says teams starting to 'rumble' Ireland and hits out at rugby league influence on game
Teams are starting to "rumble" Ireland and they will have to adapt quickly or else they will "fall apart", former Australia wing David Campese has warned.
South Africa expect desperate Wales to put up a fight in Cardiff
South Africa are braced for a fast start from desperate Wales in Saturday’s autumn international clash in Cardiff, but have plans in place to counter their hosts, according to returning Springbok lock Jean Kleyn.
Gatland keen to continue with Wales despite historic losing streak
A defiant Warren Gatland says he "absolutely" has the desire to continue in his role as Wales head coach.
Caelan Doris insists Ireland won't panic about penalty count
Last week, the big message coming from the Ireland camp was "intent", following the sluggish nature of their defeat to New Zealand.
Time right for Fiji to take down 'vulnerable' Ireland, says scrum-half Frank Lomani
The Flying Fijians believe their time is now and are not shy talking about their intentions to take Ireland down.