Finlay Bealham boot just a 'precaution', says Connacht defence coach Scott Fardy
Connacht have not ruled anyone out of Saturday's BKT URC clash with the Bulls and say Finlay Bealham’s protective boot is just a precaution.
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Jim Crawford not concerned by Andrew Moran debate as Italy visit Cork for crucial Under-21 qualifier
Republic of Ireland Under-21 manager Jim Crawford insists he is unconcerned by the argument over whether Andrew Moran should have been promoted to the senior side last week.
United Rugby Championship round five team of the week: Hanrahan and Keenan among stand-outs
It was a clean sweep for the Irish provinces in round five of the United Rugby Championship.
'If it's my last game, so be it' - Stephen Kenny still playing waiting game ahead of New Zealand clash
"If it is my last game, so be it," said Stephen Kenny as he faced the media for the pre-match press conference at the FAI headquarters in Dublin on Monday morning.
Former Springbok World Cup winner Strydom dies in car accident
Former Springbok lock Hannes Strydom has died in a car accident, South African Rugby confirmed on Monday, the fifth player from their victorious 1995 World Cup team to pass away.
Jury sworn in as Limerick hurler Kyle Hayes charged with assault
A jury was sworn in this afternoon to hear a trial of three men, including five-time All-Ireland winning Limerick hurler Kyle Hayes, who are charged with violent disorder and assault causing harm to a man at a nightclub in Limerick city.
Exeter Chiefs apologise after Monye reports racism from fan
Exeter Chiefs issued an apology to former England international Ugo Monye after he accused a supporter of racist abuse at Sunday's match against Gloucester.
Bravemansgame set for Betfair Chase with Daryl Jacob on board
Daryl Jacob has been handed the plum spare ride aboard Bravemansgame in the Betfair Chase, with Paul Nicholls confirming his Cheltenham Gold Cup runner-up is likely to line up at Haydock on Saturday.