Ross Byrne doesn’t regret Leinster exit, but shoots down ‘narrative’ about his shortcomings
Expectations are more modest at Gloucester, where the outhalf is still chasing a first victory
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Matt Williams: Ireland’s ageing profile is a concern ahead of Autumn Internationals
Against Munster, we saw signs that members of this wonderful generation of Leinster and Irish players are nearing their end
Jack Conan confident Ireland can put it up to All Blacks despite rustiness
Leinster’s mauling by Munster has made for useful lesson before Autumn Internationals opener
Irish Book Awards: Brenda Fricker, Leo Varadkar, Manchán Magan and Andy Farrell shortlisted
Awards ‘remain the cornerstone of Ireland’s literary calendar’ and will be held on November 27th in Dublin
Ireland captain Caelan Doris could return for All Blacks clash
Number 8 has not featured since undergoing shoulder surgery in May
The Only Way I Know by Andy Farrell: An absorbing insight into the mind of a leader
Fascinating on family and drive, not so forthcoming about Ireland’s recent successes and failures
Several Ireland players in race to make Tuesday’s flight to Chicago after bruising weekend
Mack Hansen left Dexcom Stadium in a moon boot on Friday, while Jack Conan and Tommy O’Brien missed Leinster’s loss to Munster
Paddy McCarthy is match-sharp and ready if called upon for Ireland debut against Japan
Leinster prop was an unused member of Ireland’s summer team, but he should set that right in November
Andy Farrell goes for tried and tested with Paddy McCarthy only uncapped call-up
Late bloomer Tommy O’Brien will get Ireland fresh option for Autumn Internationals
Ireland’s autumn squad set to have familiar look with some summer springers set for inclusion
Caelan Doris set to make a return although doubts remain over fitness of Joe McCarthy after foot injury picked up on Lions tour
How are Leinster and Munster stacking up ahead of their first meeting of the season?
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Cloud Nine by Conor Murray: Rugby’s quiet man has lots to say on the decline of Munster
The quiet man of Irish rugby has lots to say in his criticism of the province
Andy Farrell interview: From timid boy to leader of men, his secret is leaning into discomfort
Ireland head coach also places a high value on personal authenticity, as readers of his new memoir will discover
How many Ireland jerseys are up for grabs ahead of the Autumn Nations Series?
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How will the Lions tour impact Ireland’s rugby philosophy?
Andy Farrell returns to work as Ireland coach with a deeper understanding of his players
Matt Williams: Never mind the naysayers, the Lions tour of Australia was a big success
This Lions tour is subject to a false narrative, but the numbers don’t lie
Conor Murray: After sharing their playbook with the Lions, now it’s time for Ireland to evolve
The Lions is an exercise in sharing knowledge, but Ireland shouldn’t let that come back to bite
Australian rugby could be off life-support thanks to Wallabies’ Test win over Lions
‘Genial’ Joe Schmidt did the impossible by building a squad able to compete against the Tourists in first place
Gordon D’Arcy: Far from a letdown, Lions’ defeat in third Test added texture to a compelling story
Expectations of a whitewash were unrealistic, as Australia proved either side of Sydney storms
Gerry Thornley: Australia silenced all who doubted their place in the Lions’ touring schedule
Wallabies may feel hard done by with the Lions' series win, but it may add fuel to the fire for things to come
Lions had special moments but lacked consistency needed to be ranked among greats
Andy Farrell’s team deserve place in history after a 2-1 series win but return from Australia nursing nagging regrets
Andy Farrell in ‘very strong position’ to be Lions coach in 2029
Lions favour continuity and winning series impressed CEO Ben Calveley
TV View: Sky Sports require ingenuity to hype up Lions game amid storm delay
Pundits were struggling more often than not simply to keep their umbrellas from flying away in biblical conditions
Wallabies fight back to deny the Lions series whitewash
Lions vs Australia second-half was delayed by lightning in Sydney
Ireland to play Australia and New Zealand next summer as part of new Nations Championship
Ireland to take part in inaugural Nations Championship in summer 2026
Ringrose’s big call and questionable officiating: Five things we learned from the Lions’ tour of Australia
Questionable officiating; Garry Ringrose’s right call; and a new lease of life for Australian rugby
‘That’s completely utter rubbish’: Andy Farrell denies Wallabies were better prepared for weather break
Heavy rain and a break in play due to lightening had a bearing on proceedings in Sydney
‘We’ll be having a reunion here in 12 years’ time’: Tadhg Beirne marks bittersweet end to ‘incredible journey’ Down Under
Andy Farrell doesn’t rule out leading the Lions for tour to New Zealand
Australia 22 Lions 12: Wallabies avoid series whitewash in Sydney – As it happened
Follow all the action in the third and final Test of the tour
Lions player ratings: Tadhg Beirne and Tom Curry best of the tourists in Sydney washout
Wallabies sharper in dreadful conditions to deny the Lions a series whitewash
Should this be his final Lions bow, Tadhg Furlong has signed his name among the greats
Furlong will make his ninth successive Test start of the Lions against the Wallabies in Sydney
Steely-eyed Lions look determined to complete series whitewash against downtrodden Wallabies
Andy Farrell shows continuing intend to leave Australia undefeated
Conor Murray: If Jac Morgan’s clear out was foul play, then rugby, as we know it, no longer exists
The last Lions group to go unbeaten on tour were Willie John McBride’s 'Invincibles'
Dan Sheehan’s father Barry: ‘We will spend the next week in Sydney celebrating our good fortune’
We will spend the next week in Sydney celebrating our good fortune to be here in Australia for the Lions tour
Jamison Gibson-Park’s numbers don’t lie – Ireland is a scrumhalf country
Andy Farrell’s ‘go-to man’ Jamison Gibson-Park shows value of halfbacks
Matt Williams: Lions’ incessant moaning has helped Australian rugby but it’s hard to see a home win in Sydney
Officiating errors have denied us the drama of a series decider in the third Test
Lions v Wallabies head-to-heads: James Ryan v Will Skelton
The Irishman is likely to be party to a plan to reduce the influence of the La Rochelle giant
Lions v Wallabies head-to-heads: Jamison Gibson-Park v Nic White
The Ireland scrumhalf has been one of the players of the series so far, whereas the Western Force player is set for his first appearance in the Tests
Wallabies are finding it hard to move on as Lions look to make history
As an organisation the Lions will not be remembered with much affection in Australia, but the players have been a credit to their sport
Joe Schmidt confirms Australia’s Carlo Tizzano received online abuse after second Lions Test
Flanker will not play in third Test with Wallabies coach saying ‘it’s better that he sits this one out’
Andy Farrell praises Josh van der Flier as he names nine Irish starters for third Test
Farrell describes Irish flanker as perfect Lions tourist despite his disappointment at missing out on Test series
Dan Sheehan on the Lions tour so far: ‘I’ve enjoyed absolutely every second of it’
Irish hooker praises environment created by Andy Farrell
Gordon D’Arcy: Australia got it all wrong by relying on two players to carry the team
Lions’ class came to the fore when it mattered most, but they were also aided by the Wallabies
Lions team news: Tadhg Furlong likely to start again as big Irish contingent expected for third Test
Joe McCarthy and Mack Hansen back in contention after injuries but Garry Ringrose heading home
Third Test: Ringrose out but McCarthy and Hansen in contention for selection
Tuipulotu recovers from hamstring injury, but Ringrose has further return-to-play protocol due to concussion symptoms
World Rugby says it backs officials over final-play decision in Lions win but fails to say if call correct
CEO Alan Gilpin disappointed with some of the post-Second Test comments from Australia coach Joe Schmidt
‘The incident’ a mere footnote from epic Test that pushed the Lions one step closer to immortality
Former players who predicted Wallabies would be walloped should have shown Joe Schmidt more respect
Owen Doyle: Why Jac Morgan’s clear out of Carlo Tizzano was not obvious foul play
No consistency in refereeing between the two hemispheres is causing problems
Lions land in Sydney with sore heads as Australia continue to fume over MCG endgame
Australian media take up the case as Lions celebrate late into the night in Melbourne
Hugo Keenan savours ‘special moment’ as his try clinches Lions series win
Andy Farrell admitted he had been imploring Keenan to pass to Conan
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