Life as a prison guard gives Fiji's Levani Botia perspective
Fiji star Levani Botia recalls his days as a prison officer if he ever feels that life on the rugby field is becoming tough.
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How Ireland-New Zealand could come down to sudden death or kicking competition
Ireland's clash with New Zealand on Saturday could be decided by sudden death and a 'golden score’.
Foot problem rules Luxembourg out of Ascot Champion Stakes
Aidan O'Brien has been forced to rule Luxembourg out of the Qipco Champion Stakes at Ascot on Saturday week.
International Olympic Committee executive board suspends Russian Olympic Committee
The Russian Olympic Committee has been suspended by the International Olympic Committee's executive board, but no decision has yet been taken on whether individual athletes from the country will be allowed to compete at next summer's Games in Paris.
US investment firm set to take over Drogheda United
Drogheda United are set to be taken over by US sports investment firm Trivela Group, owners of English League Two outfit Walsall.
Stephen Kenny clinging on in hope of a November showdown against the Netherlands
Stephen Kenny wants Ireland to secure six points from this week's double header against Greece and Gibraltar, as the Ireland manager clung onto the very slight chance that his side would have something to play for in November.
Kiwi trio key to Irish hopes, says Conor Murray
Conor Murray believes New Zealand's loss is Ireland’s gain as "world-class" trio Bundee Aki, Jamison Gibson-Park and James Lowe bid to give their native country serious cause for regret.
Ireland U21s' captain Joe Hodge targets loan move 'if things don't change' for him at Wolves
Republic of Ireland Under-21 captain Joe Hodge admits he will look to go out on loan if regular opportunities do not arise at Wolves between now and January but is fully focused on trying to break back into the first team picture at the Premier League club.