Joe Schmidt looks on the bright side despite errors in Russia winIreland coach says maul could have worked better but reiterates conditions were toughThu Oct 03 2019 - 17:49
Rugby World Cup: Ireland backrow faces further blow with Jordi Murphy injuryMurphy called in to replace Jack Conan but came off in first half with rib injuryThu Oct 03 2019 - 15:52
Rugby World Cup: Ireland make heavy weather of Russia winJoe Schmidt’s side secure their bonus point in imperfect victory over minnows in KobeThu Oct 03 2019 - 13:11
Rugby World Cup: Ireland need statement victory in no-win game against RussiaPsychological pick-me-up and vital bonus point are there for the taking in KobeWed Oct 02 2019 - 17:21
Andy Farrell points to history as Ireland prepare to prove a pointIn 2007, 2011 and 2015 Rugby World Cups, teams responded to setbacks in the poolWed Oct 02 2019 - 11:03
John Ryan: ‘I’ve had to wait like no other man in the team’He becomes Ireland’s oldest Rugby World Cup debutant at this tournamentWed Oct 02 2019 - 09:22
Schmidt: Sexton captaining Ireland 'a deserved honour'World Player of the Year delighted to finally fulfil a childhood dreamWed Oct 02 2019 - 01:00
Schmidt insists his faith in Ireland squad undiminished by Japan defeatCoach says players determined to get things right in two games before ‘monumental’ quarter-finalWed Oct 02 2019 - 01:00
Rugby World Cup: Sexton starts as Ireland make 11 changes for RussiaOuthalf Johnny Sexton to lead side in Kobe; Jordi Murphy straight into the sideTue Oct 01 2019 - 07:00
Rugby World Cup: Preparation drives Japan’s perfect coupUnlike four years ago, favourable schedule in the pool will now suit the Brave BlossomsTue Oct 01 2019 - 06:00
Rugby World Cup: Scotland bounce back with a bonus-point victoryRelieved Townsend now looking ahead to key clashes against Russia and JapanTue Oct 01 2019 - 06:00
Rugby World Cup: Ireland close off training session to public for a second timeTuesday’s session against the Kobelco Steelers was due to be an open eventMon Sept 30 2019 - 16:00
CJ Stander now crucial as backrow cupboard becomes thinner‘There’s a few places where we can fix-up, just look after the ball a bit more’Mon Sept 30 2019 - 06:48
Rugby World Cup: Japan pitch perfect as Ireland strike bum noteHost nation take full advantage as Ireland let standards drop in ShizuokaMon Sept 30 2019 - 06:00
Rugby World Cup: Sexton eager to get back down to businessOuthalf ready to lead team against Russia as they bid to recover from ‘hurt’ of shock defeatMon Sept 30 2019 - 06:00
Rhys Ruddock looking to kick on after getting his chanceIreland player says he has been impressed with Russia so far ahead of Thursday’s clashMon Sept 30 2019 - 01:00
Johnny Sexton ready to ride to Ireland’s rescue once againIreland outhalf takes the positives from Japan defeat ahead of return against RussiaSun Sept 29 2019 - 12:46
Rugby World Cup: Joe Schmidt counts cost of loss but remains coy on Angus GardnerRob Kearney failed a HIA and could miss out on upcoming clash with Russia on ThursdaySat Sept 28 2019 - 12:56
Rugby World Cup: Japan’s rising sons leave Ireland under a cloudHost nation pull off shock victory in Shizuoka to leave Joe Schmidt’s men reelingSat Sept 28 2019 - 10:09
Rugby World Cup: Mixed messages on high tackles doing rugby no favoursReferees are taking the brunt but coaches and players must accept responsibility alsoSat Sept 28 2019 - 06:00
Rugby World Cup: Ireland must be wary against a Japan side under very little pressureHosts can swing from the hip with opportunities to come against Samoa and ScotlandFri Sept 27 2019 - 06:00
Rugby World Cup: Jack Carty keen to put his own stamp on Ireland’s No 10 shirt‘I suppose pressure is what you make of it yourself and I’ve good fellas around me’Fri Sept 27 2019 - 01:00
Rugby World Cup: Jack Carty replaces Johnny Sexton for Japan clashBest starts and Kearney and Earls return as Schmidt summons frontliners for JapanThu Sept 26 2019 - 05:00
Record-breaker Keith Earls still in full flight three World Cups onAware this could be his last World Cup, the Irish winger is out to enjoy his time in JapanThu Sept 26 2019 - 01:00
Kearney expects Japan to pose bigger threat than ScotsIreland fullback full of praise for deputy Larmour as sights turn to tackling hostsWed Sept 25 2019 - 01:00
Yamanaka and Japan eager to grasp once in a lifetime opportunityFullback hoping to win a starting role for crucial clash against Ireland on SaturdayWed Sept 25 2019 - 01:00
Gerry Thornley: Ireland forwards a match for any pack in the worldRyan-Henderson shaping up as one of the great Irish secondrow partnershipsTue Sept 24 2019 - 06:10
Rugby World Cup: Ireland enjoy splendid isolation as they prepare for Japan testRemote hotel an ideal location for Schmidt and his squad to hone their game planTue Sept 24 2019 - 01:00
Rugby World Cup: Healy and Ireland back in the bubble as thoughts turn to JapanAll talk of prospective quarter-final against the Springboks parked ahead of meeting with hostsTue Sept 24 2019 - 01:00
Rugby World Cup: All Blacks recast their game to devastating effectDual playmakers Mo’unga and Barrett give defending champions buckets of optionsMon Sept 23 2019 - 06:00
Rugby World Cup: Questioning of the back three gives Conway added motivationJames Ryan delighted with pack’s lineout work and the try scored off a rolling maulMon Sept 23 2019 - 00:01
Rugby World Cup: Ireland make a loud statement of intent against ScotlandJoe Schmidt’s well-oiled machine was back to its brilliant best in a sodden YokohamaSun Sept 22 2019 - 23:00
Rugby World Cup: Ireland now on a collision course with South AfricaSix-day turnaround before Japan may be cutting it fine for Aki and O’MahonySun Sept 22 2019 - 20:00
Rugby World Cup: Ireland burst out of the blocks to crush ScotlandOnly black spots in Yokohama were Peter O’Mahony and Bundee Aki coming off injuredSun Sept 22 2019 - 10:42
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen pragmatic after Springboks winNew Zealand coach praises beaten South Africa after ‘titanic struggle’ in YokohamaSat Sept 21 2019 - 14:40
New Zealand hit the ground running with win over South AfricaRugby World Cup: Defending champions weather Boks’ storm to take charge of Pool BSat Sept 21 2019 - 13:43
Rugby World Cup: Schmidt inspired by Ireland’s calm ahead of Celtic battleIreland at full strength up front for World Cup opener with James Ryan the influential forceSat Sept 21 2019 - 07:04
Rugby World Cup: One last chapter of Best intentionsFrom childhood rugby days to captaining Ireland, Best recalls his ‘special’ journeySat Sept 21 2019 - 06:00
Rugby World Cup: Springboks ready to bring the fight to All BlacksKiwis the only side to never lose a pool match, South Africa can threaten that recordFri Sept 20 2019 - 18:00
Gerry Thornley: Memories of covering six Rugby World CupsWith the vagaries of a knock-out format for the final eight, the best team does not necessarily winFri Sept 20 2019 - 10:00
Rugby World Cup: Conway and Larmour named in Ireland side for Scotland clashSchmidt rearranges back three for Yokohama opener as Rob Kearney and Earls ruled outFri Sept 20 2019 - 07:06
Rugby World Cup: Finally, it's here - the most open tournament beginsGerry Thornley’s preview: All Blacks remain the team to beat but they’re not invincibleThu Sept 19 2019 - 17:00
Gerry Thornley in Japan: How many journalists does it take to get the train to Tokyo?Japan seems uber-efficient and productive, yet it’s safe, and personal space is not invadedThu Sept 19 2019 - 05:00
Rugby World Cup: Farrell says Ireland’s defence is key against ScotlandIrish back three will likely consist of Larmour and Stockdale on wings, with Conway at fullbackThu Sept 19 2019 - 01:01
Rugby World Cup: Kleyn ready to do a job for adopted country‘Three years of hard work has paid off. Hopefully I can do Ireland proud now,’ says second-rowThu Sept 19 2019 - 01:00
A new World Cup lights up the Land of the Rising SunWelcome to bullet trains, sake, sushi and karaoke. And there will be some rugby as wellWed Sept 18 2019 - 14:00
All Blacks primed for Rugby World Cup clash of the titansNo team has rattled the All Blacks’ cage throughout the years quite like the SpringboksTue Sept 17 2019 - 13:34
Gerry Thornley: Birthplace has no bearing on right to play for IrelandThe notion that a player’s birthplace should influence World Cup selection is plain daftTue Sept 17 2019 - 06:22
Rob Kearney to resume running but is a doubt for Scotland openerIreland management are hopeful full-back will be back running later this weekTue Sept 17 2019 - 05:22
Kearney latest doubt with Henshaw out of World Cup openerIreland’s resources stretched for Scotland tie with question marks over Earls’ fitness alsoTue Sept 17 2019 - 00:01
