Ireland captain Peter O’Mahony rues costly errors but is upbeat after defeat
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland captain Peter O’Mahony rues costly errors but is upbeat after defeat

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Ireland produce late comeback to end autumn campaign with win over Australia
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ireland produce late comeback to end autumn campaign with win over Australia

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Andy Farrell wants Ireland to be at their best against Australia
4 months ago

Andy Farrell wants Ireland to be at their best against Australia

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Heimir Hallgrimsson says Ireland must improve to qualify for 2026 World Cup
4 months, 1 week ago

Heimir Hallgrimsson says Ireland must improve to qualify for 2026 World Cup

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Ireland keen to prove a point against Pumas after All Blacks nightmare
4 months, 1 week ago

Ireland keen to prove a point against Pumas after All Blacks nightmare

Associated Press  

Argentina rolling into Dublin this week hasn’t come fast enough for Ireland. “You don’t become a bad side in one game,” Ireland coach Andy Farrell says. “In his own mind, he’d probably thought he’s been ready for quite some time because he’s that kind of kid, a confident kid.” Healy equals ‘BoD’ It will also be a milestone game for …

England suffer double injury blow before South Africa test
4 months, 2 weeks ago

England suffer double injury blow before South Africa test

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Ireland made to pay for error-strewn performance as All Blacks end run of Dublin dominance
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland made to pay for error-strewn performance as All Blacks end run of Dublin dominance

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Ireland v New Zealand talking points: Andy Farrell’s side keen to right wrongs
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland v New Zealand talking points: Andy Farrell’s side keen to right wrongs

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Ireland confirm new captain and Mack Hansen returns for Autumn Nations Series
5 months ago

Ireland confirm new captain and Mack Hansen returns for Autumn Nations Series

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Andy Farrell: Ireland’s first-half display in South Africa ‘as good as it gets’
8 months, 1 week ago

Andy Farrell: Ireland’s first-half display in South Africa ‘as good as it gets’

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Ireland snatch remarkable win over South Africa as Ciaran Frawley slots dramatic last-minute drop goal
8 months, 1 week ago

Ireland snatch remarkable win over South Africa as Ciaran Frawley slots dramatic last-minute drop goal

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Last-gasp Frawley drop goals give Ireland stunning win over Springboks
8 months, 1 week ago

Last-gasp Frawley drop goals give Ireland stunning win over Springboks

Associated Press  

DURBAN, South Africa — Ireland stunned world champion South Africa 25-24 with a drop goal by Ciaran Frawley in the last second of a ferociously epic contest at Kings Park on Saturday. The Irish, playing their 15th and last test of a super-long Rugby World Cup season, rallied yet again and, as the match clock ticked into red, Frawley let …

Ciaran Frawley delivers drama in Durban – and proves Ireland-South Africa rivalry is here to stay
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ciaran Frawley delivers drama in Durban – and proves Ireland-South Africa rivalry is here to stay

The Telegraph  

Hello and welcome to Telegraph Sport’s live coverage of the second Test between Ireland and South Africa, from Kings Park Stadium in Durban. Ireland, who have made four changes to their starting XV, have not lost consecutive Test matches since round two of the 2021 Six Nations and head coach Andy Farrell hopes to see significant room for improvement from …

Caelan Doris: Ireland have belief and extra edge ahead of South Africa clash
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Caelan Doris: Ireland have belief and extra edge ahead of South Africa clash

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Ireland bench captain O’Mahony and rule out Aki for 2nd Springboks test
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland bench captain O’Mahony and rule out Aki for 2nd Springboks test

Associated Press  

DURBAN, South Africa — Ireland benched captain Peter O’Mahony and ruled out injured center Bundee Aki from the lineup to face South Africa in the second test on Saturday at Kings Park Stadium. Tadhg Beirne has moved from lock to the blindside flank vacated by O’Mahony, and former captain James Ryan moves into the second row after his impact off …

Ireland will not dwell on South Africa frustrations – Ronan Kelleher
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ireland will not dwell on South Africa frustrations – Ronan Kelleher

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Andy Farrell excited by chance to pit Ireland against ‘best’ side South Africa
1 year ago

Andy Farrell excited by chance to pit Ireland against ‘best’ side South Africa

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Andy Farrell: Falling short of Grand Slam is ‘best thing’ for developing Ireland
1 year ago

Andy Farrell: Falling short of Grand Slam is ‘best thing’ for developing Ireland

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Peter O’Mahony provides update on Ireland future after Six Nations title
1 year ago

Peter O’Mahony provides update on Ireland future after Six Nations title

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Peter O’Mahony keen for Ireland to avoid ‘torture’ of waiting on England result
1 year ago

Peter O’Mahony keen for Ireland to avoid ‘torture’ of waiting on England result

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Ireland will have no problem bouncing back from loss to England – Andy Farrell
1 year ago

Ireland will have no problem bouncing back from loss to England – Andy Farrell

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Flawless Ireland have just one question left to answer in England showdown
1 year ago

Flawless Ireland have just one question left to answer in England showdown

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Captain Peter O’Mahony says Ireland’s current crop is best he has played with
1 year ago

Captain Peter O’Mahony says Ireland’s current crop is best he has played with

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France given warning after ‘masters’ Ireland expose deeper issues
1 year, 1 month ago

France given warning after ‘masters’ Ireland expose deeper issues

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Two bruised beasts braced for battle: New-look Ireland and depleted France out to erase World Cup pain in Six Nations opener for the ages
1 year, 1 month ago

Two bruised beasts braced for battle: New-look Ireland and depleted France out to erase World Cup pain in Six Nations opener for the ages

Daily Mail  

The first hint of springtime in Marseille. A trace of blue above the breathtaking architecture of the stadium where Europe's two outstanding rugby union nations will each try to put desolation behind them, as they open the Six Nations on Friday night. Ireland go into a Six Nations without Johnny Sexton for first time in 14 years O'Mahony could not …

Ireland eschew drastic changes for Six Nations defence after World Cup setback
1 year, 2 months ago

Ireland eschew drastic changes for Six Nations defence after World Cup setback

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Peter O’Mahony: Being named Ireland captain one of proudest moments of my life
1 year, 2 months ago

Peter O’Mahony: Being named Ireland captain one of proudest moments of my life

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Peter O’Mahony proud despite Ireland’s World Cup disappointment
1 year, 5 months ago

Peter O’Mahony proud despite Ireland’s World Cup disappointment

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O’Mahony set for 100th test and Ireland glad he’s on their side at Rugby World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

O’Mahony set for 100th test and Ireland glad he’s on their side at Rugby World Cup

Associated Press  

PARIS — The low-down on Peter O’Mahony is he’s a dream to play with and a nightmare to play against. Present teammate and Leinsterman James Lowe can vouch for that: ”You definitely hate to play against him but love to have him in your team.” O’Mahony follows Best to 100 tests for Ireland on Saturday in the decisive Rugby World …

Johnny Sexton insists Ireland are looking no further than crucial Scotland clash
1 year, 6 months ago

Johnny Sexton insists Ireland are looking no further than crucial Scotland clash

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Simon Easterby says Ireland ‘can get better’ than South Africa performance
1 year, 6 months ago

Simon Easterby says Ireland ‘can get better’ than South Africa performance

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Ireland’s grit sees it pass acid test at the Rugby World Cup. Title credentials are now undeniable
1 year, 6 months ago

Ireland’s grit sees it pass acid test at the Rugby World Cup. Title credentials are now undeniable

Associated Press  

Like every contact sport, rugby sometimes demands more than skill, power, pace or a smart gameplan to win. Top-ranked Ireland, the best team in the world, faced an acid test of its desire more than its ability at the Rugby World Cup on Saturday against defending champion and three-time winner South Africa. The real value, he said, was the lessons …

Johnny Sexton demands Ireland ‘make it count’ after win over South Africa
1 year, 6 months ago

Johnny Sexton demands Ireland ‘make it count’ after win over South Africa

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Ireland defuses South Africa bomb squad to edge Rugby World Cup epic
1 year, 6 months ago

Ireland defuses South Africa bomb squad to edge Rugby World Cup epic

Associated Press  

PARIS — Ireland’s 5-3 trumped South Africa’s 7-1. But seven minutes later, Porter bested Malherbe right in front of referee Ben O’Keeffe for a penalty in front of the South Africa posts that Jonathan Sexton nailed for 10-8 with a quarter to go. That was Malherbe’s last action, and when hooker Bongi Mbonambi was replaced by part-timer Deon Fourie in …

Andy Farrell hails Ireland’s resilience in thrilling win over South Africa
1 year, 6 months ago

Andy Farrell hails Ireland’s resilience in thrilling win over South Africa

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Ireland beats South Africa 13-8 in titanic Rugby World Cup clash
1 year, 6 months ago

Ireland beats South Africa 13-8 in titanic Rugby World Cup clash

Associated Press  

PARIS — Top-ranked Ireland just edged the Rugby World Cup’s second clash of the titans, withstanding No. Right winger Mack Hansen scored Ireland’s try after 33 minutes — the first South Africa conceded in this tournament — and left winger Cheslin Kolbe replied with a try for the Springboks early in the second half of a gripping contest. “In a …

South Africa 8-13 Ireland: Johnny Sexton and Co make a huge statement in France as they beat the reigning World Cup champions in a Test for the ages
1 year, 6 months ago

South Africa 8-13 Ireland: Johnny Sexton and Co make a huge statement in France as they beat the reigning World Cup champions in a Test for the ages

Daily Mail  

The Irish line held firm, refusing to yield in the face of a physical threat the size of freight train, to emerge with a win for the ages. Mack Hansen scored for Ireland as they toppled South Africa at the Rugby World Cup The win meant Ireland put a big marker down in their bid to become world champions next …

Defusing the ‘Bomb Squad’ to reach quarter-finals – 5 talking points for Ireland
1 year, 6 months ago

Defusing the ‘Bomb Squad’ to reach quarter-finals – 5 talking points for Ireland

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Stuart Hogg: Facing South Africa makes you think ‘when is this going to stop’ but here’s how Ireland can win
1 year, 6 months ago

Stuart Hogg: Facing South Africa makes you think ‘when is this going to stop’ but here’s how Ireland can win

The Independent  

South Africa against Ireland could be the game of the tournament. If Ireland are able to get linebreaks early on, it’ll potentially make South Africa change things and not bring as much linespeed. But if South Africa come hard and get them early doors, it’s going to be a long old day, because the confidence and trust will build. open …

Ireland boss Andy Farrell shrugs off injury concerns in ‘clunky’ win over Italy
1 year, 7 months ago

Ireland boss Andy Farrell shrugs off injury concerns in ‘clunky’ win over Italy

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Ronan O’Gara reveals Ireland ambition after latest Champions Cup success
1 year, 10 months ago

Ronan O’Gara reveals Ireland ambition after latest Champions Cup success

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Ireland optimistic over quick return for Garry Ringrose after injury blow
2 years, 1 month ago

Ireland optimistic over quick return for Garry Ringrose after injury blow

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England collapse against 14-man South Africa as autumn ends in dispiriting rout
2 years, 4 months ago

England collapse against 14-man South Africa as autumn ends in dispiriting rout

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5 things we learned from the Republic of Ireland’s friendly double-header
2 years, 4 months ago

5 things we learned from the Republic of Ireland’s friendly double-header

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Ross Byrne calls match-winning kick against Australia the highlight of his Ireland career
2 years, 4 months ago

Ross Byrne calls match-winning kick against Australia the highlight of his Ireland career

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Ireland vs Australia: Talking points as Irish bid to sign off in style
2 years, 4 months ago

Ireland vs Australia: Talking points as Irish bid to sign off in style

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Ireland vs South Africa: Talking points as world’s best face world champions
2 years, 4 months ago

Ireland vs South Africa: Talking points as world’s best face world champions

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‘This means everything’: Ireland proud to advance at T20 World Cup with upset over West Indies
2 years, 5 months ago

‘This means everything’: Ireland proud to advance at T20 World Cup with upset over West Indies

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Johnny Sexton urges Ireland to kick on after toppling All Blacks
2 years, 8 months ago

Johnny Sexton urges Ireland to kick on after toppling All Blacks

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Ireland celebrate historic series win over the All Blacks
2 years, 8 months ago

Ireland celebrate historic series win over the All Blacks

The Telegraph  

Ireland face New Zealand in Wellington today with the series poised 1-1 and the visitors ready to inflict the All Blacks with their first Test series defeat in 28 years. Last Saturday a heroic Irish performance saw Andy Farrell's team win 23-12 and after tearing up the record books by securing the win, his Ireland team are looking to go …

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