Sexton ruled out of Italy clash, Ryan named captain
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton has been ruled out of Saturday's Guinness Six Nations match with Italy (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player) due to injury.
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BHA's new whip referral committee issues sanctions
A total of 20 riding suspensions were incurred during the first week under the British Horseracing Authority's revised whip regulations, with one serious breach resulting in disqualification.
Ireland to play two friendlies against the USA in April
The Republic of Ireland will play the world No 1-ranked United States in two friendlies in Texas and Missouri this April.
RTÉ Rugby podcast: Wales saga, Italy v Ireland and Connacht confirm coach
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Ian Keatley as we break down the major talking points heading into Round 3 of the Guinness Six Nations.
'We want to play to the space' - Cooney eyes up Italy
Ahead of their round-three Under-20s Six Nations clash with Italy, Ireland centre Hugh Cooney says the team is learning as they go and can see improvements all the time.
John O'Shea joins Kenny backroom team as assistant coach
Former Republic of Ireland captain John O'Shea has been added to Stephen Kenny's management team a month away from the beginning of the Euro 2024 qualification campaign.
Dan McKellar leaves Wallabies to take over as Leicester Tigers head coach
Leicester have appointed Dan McKellar as their new head coach, with the former Australia assistant set to begin work in July. It was announced on Wednesday that the 46-year-old had left his role with the Wallabies after two years in order to take up a post overseas.
Portugal, Haiti seal spots in Women's World Cup
Portugal sealed a 2-1 victory over Cameroon, while Haiti defeated Chile 2-1 in the final qualifying playoffs in New Zealand on Wednesday, securing berths for both at the Women's World Cup. Portugal will be in Group E at the World Cup alongside defending champions United States, Vietnam and the Netherlands, while Haiti will be in Group D with England, Denmark and China.