Challenging times for Ulster and Connacht
Irish rugby doesn't have a deep and meaningful relationship with the Challenge Cup but with two provinces in the mix it may be a route to salvaging something from the season.
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Former Wallabies captain Hooper overcomes nerves in successful Sevens debut
HONG KONG : Former Australia captain Michael Hooper admitted he still has to adapt his game to have an impact on the sevens stage after making his international debut at the Hong Kong Sevens in his bid to secure a spot at the Olympic Games.
Wallaby Beale signs short-term contract with Western Force
Australia international Kurtley Beale has joined Western Force until the end of the current Super Rugby Pacific season, the Perth-based outfit announced on Saturday.
Ulster confirm Steven Kitshoff's early departure
Ulster have confirmed that World Cup-winning prop Steven Kitshoff is to be granted early release from his contract at the end of the season.
Eight Irish named on Six Nation team, as Bundee Aki misses out on top award
Ireland lead the way with eight players named on the official Six Nations team of the championship, with Bundee Aki losing out to Italy centre Tommaso Menoncello in the player of the tournament category.
Cliodhna Moloney recalled to Ireland squad after two-year exile
Cliodhna Moloney has been recalled to the Ireland squad for the first time since November 2021.
Irish provinces in Europe: All you need to know
The European action gets back under way this weekend with all four Irish provinces in action.
Italy's Menoncello voted player of Six Nations
Italy centre Tommaso Menoncello was named the player of the 2024 Six Nations Championship on Friday, after winning 33 per cent of the votes cast by 146,000 rugby fans.