Gerry Thornley: Rugby at risk of losing fans if two-hour games become the norm
Next season will be interesting for Connacht after major revamp of coaching ticket
Next season will be interesting for Connacht after major revamp of coaching ticket
Officials get a very raw deal that no player would accept
World Rugby have recruited a special mind to safeguard players and enhance the sport
Rugby returns in 12 days and fans are keen to see Ryan Baird and Dan Leavy in action
An insight into Alain Rolland, Top 14 nears return and Crusaders’ home run ends
Former Ireland scrumhalf and long-serving Test match referee to move on from management role
Singer accepts 16-year-old Natasha Rolland’s request to join video chat on Sunday night
Mathieu Raynal will take charge of Andy Farrell’s first game in charge this Saturday
'Ordinary Joe' shows ex-coach’s restless mind and obsessive attention to detail
Photo fallout highlights the limited viable options for selecting officials in Japan
The referees don’t always get it spot-on, but everyone must adjust to new tackle laws
If a player merits a red card, then please don’t shoot the referee – he is but the messenger
Defending champions show what Ireland will need to produce against South Africa
Officials issue a statement per World Rugby after reviewing opening round of matches
The tournament is barely motoring and already refs are being targeted or lambasted
Ireland take a lot of credit against a Scotland side way off the pace required in opener
Scotland may be an old and manageable foe but danger lurks in Yokohama on Sunday
Officials chief say his refs are 100% clear about foul play, and will act to protect players
The 12 referees have gone through a long and arduous selection process
Van Graan expects another ‘big battle’ as Munster visit in-form Connacht
Analysis of video replays has ensured many more correct decisions than wrong ones
World Rugby take responsibility after assistant referee worked with England at training
England coach concedes that he will have to consider his public utterances in the future
From club level up to Lions’ tours, Wales’ head coach has enjoyed substantial success
Unshackled Wales look set to pose Ireland problems when the Six Nations resumes
World Rugby’s admission that TMO was wrong greeted with ire by England coach
‘Warren Gatland spoke to Alain Rolland, and they confirmed the TMO made a mistake’
Popular figure determined to end his period with Munster by claiming silverware
England look too strong for France in second World Cup semi-final at Kingspan Stadium
Penalties for reckless or accidental hits have increased since guideline was introduced
‘He’ll be a bit disappointed, but it’s best decision moving forward for Sam and Wales’
World Rugby has been forced to try to address rising prevalence of head injuries
Referee Appointments Administrator says safety of players is main concern
‘If you’re looking to leave a legacy somewhere, you don’t want to hit back at it’
“It’s something I will be dealing with Alain Rolland afterwards. And see if we can get something out of it. But I doubt it.”
GAA, soccer and rugby followers certainly have lots to choose from this Christmas
Rolland harshly sends off Welsh captain and Gatland’s men lose to France by a point
England winger’s score in 2007 final is disallowed as South Africa dethrone the holders
Secondrow is knocked out and sent off for his troubles in 1987 World Cup semi-final
Lions’ winger missed ten weeks due to three concussions he suffered last season
Warren Gatland says winger has been in great shape during training camps
Matt Giteau’s moment of magic lights up flat Heineken Cup finale
It won’t give them a second shot at Saracens, alas, but they owe it to the player, themselves and the game
Brian O’Driscoll has been a major player in his province’s evolution on French soil
Problem with officiating is so deep rooted it’s having impact on players' livelihoods
Munster skipper still struggling with injury, Donnacha Ryan almost certainly out of Toulouse clash
O’Driscoll marks his potentially final derby affair with game’s decisive try
Matt O’Connor upbeat about injured duo ahead of Heineken Cup quarter-final
Second-half try seals victory over Munster before injury forces him off
Leinster coach knows they will have to be “really, really good” to beat Munster at the Aviva Stadium
Irish official drafted in for Leinster’s meeting with Munster after Pascal Gauzere was injured
Irish provinces learn officials for their matches in the knockout stage
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices