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Brian O’Driscoll focused on the here and now

Brian O’Driscoll focused on the here and now

In his final season, the Ireland great is just concentrating on finishing with some silverware

Tue Jan 28 2014 - 14:47
Leinster confirm they will be taking full quota of tickets for Toulon fixture

Leinster confirm they will be taking full quota of tickets for Toulon fixture

Stade Félix Mayol holds only 15,400 but under ERC rules travelling fans are entitled to purchase 25 per cent of the capacity (3,841)

Tue Jan 28 2014 - 01:00
Ireland calls once again for returning Luke Fitzgerald

Ireland calls once again for returning Luke Fitzgerald

The 26-year-old knows far too much about rehab but he’s only looking ahead

Tue Jan 28 2014 - 01:00
UCD offers 60 point top-up  to attract  elite athletes

UCD offers 60 point top-up to attract elite athletes

Only Trinity of top Dublin colleges shuns extra points for scholarship students

Wed Jan 22 2014 - 09:43
Top Leinster schools rugby players tog out for Jack Kavanagh Trust

Top Leinster schools rugby players tog out for Jack Kavanagh Trust

Charity match: Leinster Jesuit Schools v Leinster Spiritans (Holy Ghost) Schools, Donnybrook, March 20th, 6.30pm

Wed Jan 22 2014 - 01:00
New dreams for Newbridge

New dreams for Newbridge

Every so often one of the lesser lights of Leinster schools rugby threatens to shine brightest. In 2014 that could undoubtedly be Newbridge College

Wed Jan 22 2014 - 01:00
Jason Harris-Wright ’s winding road to Connacht

Jason Harris-Wright ’s winding road to Connacht

From Bray to Galway, via Blackrock and Bristol, young forward’s move to the frontrow was the most significant journey of all

Wed Jan 22 2014 - 01:00
UCD shows its true colours with extra points

UCD shows its true colours with extra points

UCD’s elite athlete academy, its 60-point Leaving Cert top-up and proximity to Leinster HQ are attracting the cream of schoolboy talent

Wed Jan 22 2014 - 01:00
It’ll take  one  hell of a team to stop Rock

It’ll take one hell of a team to stop Rock

But the strong list of contenders means the favourites won’t have it easy

Wed Jan 22 2014 - 01:00
Mike Ruddock names squad capable of challenging for Six Nations under-20 title

Mike Ruddock names squad capable of challenging for Six Nations under-20 title

“The potential is there, they look very good, they look very competitive”

Thu Jan 16 2014 - 01:00
Paul O’Connell and Munster march on to revenge mission

Paul O’Connell and Munster march on to revenge mission

Munster next face Edinburgh at Thomond needing tries to ensure home quarter-final

Mon Jan 13 2014 - 01:00
Munster front up in Gloucester to move into quarter-finals

Munster front up in Gloucester to move into quarter-finals

Tries from Earls and O’Mahony and an O’Connell masterclass secure win at Kingsholm

Sat Jan 11 2014 - 20:24
Return of Muller and Best gives Ulster much-needed impetus

Return of Muller and Best gives Ulster much-needed impetus

Victory over weakened Montpeller vital as group winners showdown with Leicester Tigers looms

Fri Jan 10 2014 - 01:00
Seán O’Brien could sign for Toulon this weekend

Seán O’Brien could sign for Toulon this weekend

Leinster flanker and Heaslip could still be club team-mates next season – in France

Wed Jan 08 2014 - 07:37
Leinster set to gain in battle for number 10 shirt

Leinster set to gain in battle for number 10 shirt

Statistics favour Ian Madigan but Jimmy Gopperth’s impact has become a genuine weapon

Tue Jan 07 2014 - 01:00
With Varley absence, hooker problems mount for provinces and Ireland

With Varley absence, hooker problems mount for provinces and Ireland

Varley set for time on sidelines but Best returns

Tue Jan 07 2014 - 01:00
Head coach Pat Lam hopes Connacht can raise their game against Pro12 champions Leinster

Head coach Pat Lam hopes Connacht can raise their game against Pro12 champions Leinster

21-year-old Jack Carty is handed his first start for tonight’s eagerly-awaited clash

Sat Jan 04 2014 - 01:00
Ulster can get show back on  the road against Munster

Ulster can get show back on the road against Munster

Mark Anscombe expects a better attitude and a positive response from his players

Fri Jan 03 2014 - 13:09
Heenan the major injury concern for Connacht in advance of Leinster clash

Heenan the major injury concern for Connacht in advance of Leinster clash

Both sides expected to name their strongest line-ups

Fri Jan 03 2014 - 01:00
Delay in contract talks queried by Jono  Gibbes

Delay in contract talks queried by Jono Gibbes

Leinster forwards coach says players want clarity as early as possible

Tue Dec 31 2013 - 01:00
Sean O’Brien to miss Six Nations after surgery on shoulder

Sean O’Brien to miss Six Nations after surgery on shoulder

Usual recovery time after shoulder surgery is five to six months

Tue Dec 31 2013 - 01:00
Jordi Murphy makes the most of Jamie Heaslip’s absence

Jordi Murphy makes the most of Jamie Heaslip’s absence

Leinster head coach Matt O’Connor feels at the age of 22, he has plenty of time to specialise

Mon Dec 30 2013 - 01:00
Leinster to reveal extent of Seán O’Brien’s injury today

Leinster to reveal extent of Seán O’Brien’s injury today

If surgery on shoulder is required he could miss rest of season

Mon Dec 30 2013 - 01:00
Leinster win marred by Sean O’Brien injury

Leinster win marred by Sean O’Brien injury

Ireland international facing lengthy spell on the sidelines after dislocating his shoulder

Sat Dec 28 2013 - 20:42
Jamie Heaslip meets French clubs after IRFU talks stall

Jamie Heaslip meets French clubs after IRFU talks stall

Leinster star in France for talks with Toulon and Montpellier

Sat Dec 28 2013 - 06:34
Jamie Heaslip is now a serious flight risk to France

Jamie Heaslip is now a serious flight risk to France

Both Toulon and Montpellier are circling to sign up the Leinster and Ireland star

Sat Dec 28 2013 - 03:00
Imminent changing of the Leinster guard bound to offer opportunities

Imminent changing of the Leinster guard bound to offer opportunities

Jordi Murphy poised to fill No 8 slot if Jamie Heaslip heads for France

Sat Dec 28 2013 - 03:00
Sean O’Brien’s return likely to help Leinster past Ulster

Sean O’Brien’s return likely to help Leinster past Ulster

Visitors look too depleted to engineer a victory at the RDS

Sat Dec 28 2013 - 01:03
Leinster victory looks a journey slightly out of reach

Leinster victory looks a journey slightly out of reach

Province’s entire pack is changed from the Northampton Saints defeat

Fri Dec 20 2013 - 15:46
Zebre tie more about getting more game time for returning Wallace and Macklin

Zebre tie more about getting more game time for returning Wallace and Macklin

Five-point victory almost guaranteed against group whipping boys but plenty to examine in Ulster line-up

Fri Dec 20 2013 - 01:00
Jamie Heaslip’s goal is to get back on the horse and go

Jamie Heaslip’s goal is to get back on the horse and go

Goal ambassador says Leinster need to learn from Northampton Saints defeat

Wed Dec 18 2013 - 01:00
Leinster facing a taxing Heineken Cup schedule

Leinster facing a taxing Heineken Cup schedule

Five-day turnaround between rounds five and six will make it difficult to earn a home quarter-final

Wed Dec 18 2013 - 01:00
Leinster face five-day turnaround for final Heineken Cup pool matches

Leinster face five-day turnaround for final Heineken Cup pool matches

Matt O’Connor’s side face hectic schedule in bid to claim home quarter-final

Tue Dec 17 2013 - 16:27
Munster produce perfect end game to edge Perpignan

Munster produce perfect end game to edge Perpignan

JJ Hanrahan’s late try snatches a dramatic win

Sat Dec 14 2013 - 20:34
Zane Kirchner happy to make the cut for Leinster

Zane Kirchner happy to make the cut for Leinster

It’s a complete fresh start for the South African with Leinster . . . even his dreads have been shorn

Sat Dec 14 2013 - 01:00
Zane Kirchner pays moving tribute to Madiba

Zane Kirchner pays moving tribute to Madiba

Leinster’s newest foreign recruit thanks Nelson Mandela for having the vision

Sat Dec 14 2013 - 01:00
Munster have the wherewithal to maintain their momentum in Pool Six

Munster have the wherewithal to maintain their momentum in Pool Six

But threat of Perpignan in their own ground can’t be underestimated

Sat Dec 14 2013 - 01:00
Irish women’s fixture against Italy not yet confirmed for Aviva Stadium

Irish women’s fixture against Italy not yet confirmed for Aviva Stadium

Union release all but one of women’s Six Nations venues for 2014

Fri Dec 13 2013 - 01:00
Matt O’Connor says Leinster won’t fall into the complacency trap that Ulster did

Matt O’Connor says Leinster won’t fall into the complacency trap that Ulster did

Leinster well aware how dangerous a wounded animal like Northampton Saints can be

Fri Dec 13 2013 - 01:00
Dublin’s Jim Gavin wins Philips Manager of the Year award

Dublin’s Jim Gavin wins Philips Manager of the Year award

Football boss rewarded for a year that saw his team capture National League, Leinster and All-Ireland titles

Thu Dec 12 2013 - 01:00
Mark Anscombe can’t see history repeating itself this time for Ulster

Mark Anscombe can’t see history repeating itself this time for Ulster

Despite recruitment issues on the horizon, side are in better shape this year than last

Wed Dec 11 2013 - 01:01
Conor Murray signs new deal to stay at Munster

Conor Murray signs new deal to stay at Munster

Ireland scrumhalf had been linked with a move to the Top 14 in France

Tue Dec 10 2013 - 11:25
Heaslip and O'Brien rumours appear to be false

Heaslip and O'Brien rumours appear to be false

However, IRFU risk losing seven frontline internationals if they’re not offered market worth

Tue Dec 10 2013 - 09:25
It’s Blackrock College versus the usual suspects as Leinster schools draws made

It’s Blackrock College versus the usual suspects as Leinster schools draws made

Mon Dec 09 2013 - 23:00
Northampton flanker Tom Wood ashamed and embarrassed after Leinster mauling

Northampton flanker Tom Wood ashamed and embarrassed after Leinster mauling

‘To have fans call you an embarrassment as you leave the field is about as bad as it gets’

Mon Dec 09 2013 - 01:00
Glowing  Leinster display leaves shellshocked Northampton to rake over the ashes

Glowing Leinster display leaves shellshocked Northampton to rake over the ashes

Fitzgerald and O’Driscoll lead the rout for the visitors

Mon Dec 09 2013 - 01:00
Leinster lay down marker with stunning win

Leinster lay down marker with stunning win

Northampton blown away at Franklin’s Gardens by three-time European champions

Sat Dec 07 2013 - 20:32
Leinster to prevail if 14 returnees replicate All Black heroics

Leinster to prevail if 14 returnees replicate All Black heroics

Anything less than fierce will see Matt O’Connor’s side fall at Franklin’s Gardens

Sat Dec 07 2013 - 01:01
Connacht face a right mauling in the lion’s den of Toulouse

Connacht face a right mauling in the lion’s den of Toulouse

For the travelling players, now under the captaincy of Craig Clarke, this is why they play professional rugby

Sat Dec 07 2013 - 01:00
Joe Schmidt outlines challenges facing Ireland’s elite  playing group

Joe Schmidt outlines challenges facing Ireland’s elite playing group

Coach stresses need to grow from world-class hub into a wider group really competent in playing in Test arena

Fri Dec 06 2013 - 01:00
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