John Ryan banned for Munster's Champions Cup clash with Northampton Saints
Munster prop John Ryan has been suspended for the province's Investec Champions Cup clash against Northampton on Sunday and their next two games.
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Bernard Jackman: Steven Kitshoff departure could work out for Ulster
Bernard Jackman believes Steven Kitshoff's potential Ulster departure may not be as damaging to the province as initially feared.
Denis Leamy expects 'white smoke' soon on Peter O'Mahony's future
Munster defence coach Denis Leamy says he expects a decision to be made around Peter O'Mahony's future "very soon", as the Ireland captain contemplates whether or not to sign a new deal.
Conor Murray to remain at Munster after agreeing new contract
Conor Murray will remain at Munster next season, after the province confirmed he has signed a one-year deal.
RTÉ Rugby podcast: Looking after the ball, impressive Leinster, and Ulster dilemma
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Fiona Coghlan on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast.
Connacht boosted by Bundee Aki and Finlay Bealham availability
Connacht are set to be boosted by the return of both Bundee Aki and Finlay Bealham for this Sunday's Challenge Cup Round of 16 trip to French side Pau.
Ulster could see the benefit of South African trip
Ulster earned a losing bonus point away to the Stormers last weekend in a performance that ran out of steam towards the end of the third quarter.
Host of Leinster regulars in fitness race for Tigers tie
Leinster are sweating on the availability of a number of front-line players ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup clash with Leicester.