Rory O'Loughlin forced to retire on medical grounds
Former Leinster and Ireland back Rory O'Loughlin has announced his retirement from rugby on medical grounds.
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Iain Henderson out of Ireland’s tour of South Africa after toe surgery
Lock Iain Henderson has been ruled out of Ireland’s summer series against world champions South Africa after undergoing toe surgery.
Munster hopeful of Jack Crowley and Tom Ahern fitness
Munster have issued positive updates on both Jack Crowley and Ton Ahern ahead of Friday night's BKT United Rugby Championship trip to Edinburgh.
Iain Henderson ruled out of Ireland's summer tour of South Africa
Iain Henderson has been ruled out of action for three months and will miss Ireland's summer tour of South Africa.
South Africa captain Kolisi has greater ambition than winning World Cups
South Africa's double World Cup-winner Siya Kolisi has vivid memories of a tough upbringing which means no rampaging tight-head prop or 150kg lock can strike fear into him ahead of two tests against Ireland in July that may be his last as skipper.
Vunipola to leave Saracens at end of season
England number eight Billy Vunipola will end his 11-year spell with Saracens at the end of this season, the Premiership club announced on Tuesday.
Mack Hansen set to miss Connacht's crucial Stormers clash
Connacht's hopes of Investec Champions Cup qualification have been dealt a big blow, with Mack Hansen set to miss out on Saturday's must-win BKT United Rugby Championship meeting with the Stormers (live on RTÉ2).
Bundee Aki, Dan Sheehan and Jamison Gibson Park nominated at Rugby Players Ireland awards
Bundee Aki, Dan Sheehan and Jamison Gibson-Park have all been nominated for Men's XVs Players' Player of the Year at next week's Rugby Players Ireland awards.