France sense New Zealand weakness in match for the ages
All Blacks look to bounce back in Paris but resurgent Les Bleus keen to pounce on any fatigue
John Plumtree says All Blacks will channel ‘hurt and anger’ into France game
New Zealand coaches scale back training by ‘10 to 15 per cent’ after toll of effort against Ireland
New Zealand’s North-South match returns after eight-year hiatus
The fabled clash is between composite sides representing the country’s two main islands
Wales embracing Wayne’s world and doing it the Pivac way
Kiwi coach has an attacking philosophy which could help re-route European rugby
All Blacks captain Read back for Crusaders’ important clash
Canterbury face joint-leaders Wellington Hurricanes in a key Super Rugby tie
Pitfalls aplenty in Ireland’s World Cup 2019 schedule
Joe Schmidt’s side faces Scotland in their opener and then Japan just six days later
Brilliant Belvedere too savvy and too good for Roscrea
Last year’s losing finalists go one better at the RDS and lift Leinster Schools Senior Cup
Simon Easterby’s thirst for knowledge keeps driving Ireland forward
Ireland coach brings kind of attention to detail that makes him a good fit for Schmidt
Marco Caputo resigns as Leinster scrum coach
Decision likely influenced by last month’s decision to fire head coach Matt O’Connor
Unassuming Simon Easterby much more than a lucky charm
The former international is playing a big role again for Ireland as forwards coach
Ireland’s second string eventually puts Georgia away
Homeside ran in six tries in the second half after struggling to break down Georgia before the break
Dave Kilcoyne prepared for physical challenge of Springboks
Munster loosehead has bided his time early in his international career
Simon Easterby happy to be wearing the green once again
The chance to work with Ireland coach Joe Schmidt was a huge factor in him accepting the position of forwards’ coach
Nigel Davies backs Simon Easterby to excel with Ireland
‘It was very clear, very early on that he had all the qualities and abilities to make a top coach’
Simon Easterby named Ireland forwards coach
Former flanker will start his new role under Joe Schmidt in October
Ireland romp to victory over Uruguay
The emerging Irish side have won their opening two matches in Bucharest
David Humphreys’ departure came as major shock to Ulster players
‘It’s bitterly disappointing for us but you have got to wish him all the best’ says Rory Best
Chris Henry determined to keep Ireland run going
Ulster backrow expects torrid encounter with rugged Argentinian pack
O'Connell anxious that Ireland hit the ground running in Argentina
Schmidt’s men busy straight away as as Saturday’s first Test looms
Paul O’Connell says Ireland are well prepared for Argentina Tests
Upcoming departure of forwards coach John Plumtree will not impact on tour
Plumtree tells Ireland squad he’s leaving
Forwards coach returning to New Zealand after tour of Argentina to take Hurricanes job
John Plumtree to leave Ireland role
Forwards coach will return to New Zealand with Wellington Hurricanes after summer tour of Argentina
Durable Devin Toner taking his game to new heights
Leinster lock’s offloading game, as well as his tackling, has consistently improved
Mike McCarthy has plenty to play for at club and country
Leinster secondrow looking forward to Friday night’s game at the RDS and an opportunity to get back to winning ways
Go-to line breaker Healy eyes World Cup
Having produced an astounding performance against the All Blacks, Cian Healy motored through the entire Six Nations
Ireland show they can compete with the best but Schmidt feels there’s a lot to do
Head coach warns against complacency as he prepares to face Italy
Ireland becoming complete side - Stuart Lancaster
England coach praises John Plumtree's influence and Joe Schmidt's tactical management
Wales buckle under onslaught from relentless Irish pressure
Ireland maintain focus to come out on top in collisions and breakdown
‘Savage’ work ethic key to Ireland win: Peter O’Mahony
‘At the end of the day we wanted it more than they did, that was evident by the end of it’
Brilliant Ireland make Wales suffer at the Aviva
Twickenham Triple Crown attempt next up for Joe Schmidt’s side
Devin Toner ready to stand tall again
Ireland secondrow happy with the way things panned out against Scotland
Plumtree can’t speak highly enough of O’Connell
“I’ve been around a long time, and Paul’s right up there in terms of the professional rugby players I’ve been involved with”
Ireland management remain coy on injured trio
Difficult to gauge whether Brian O’Driscoll (calf), Rob Kearney (ribs) and Johnny Sexton (hamstring) will face New Zealand
Jamie Heaslip counts on a real battle with his New Zealand opposite number
Leinster man knows he’s up against it in the battle of the number eights
Ireland still waiting on injured trio ahead of New Zealand match
Rob Kearney back in training but Brian O’Driscoll and Jonathan Sexton sit session out
Plumtree backs Toner to take fight to Australia
Forwards coach believes Leinster lock can trouble Wallabies at Aviva
Seán O’Brien ready to lead the charge against Australia
Forwards coach Plumtree ranks flanker among the very best in the world
Chris Henry ruled out of remainder of series with hamstring tear
Shane Jennings called up as replacement while Luke Fitzgerald covers for Bowe
Undercooked Ireland needed this warm-up
Joe Schmidt says his side have to improve after untidy showing against Samoa
Joe Schmidt era begins with comfortable win over Samoa
Replacements play key roles in impressive second half performance from the homeside
Back to his Best after the worst of days
Ulster hooker bounces back from Lions tour with spring in his step for autumn Tests
Jamie Heaslip first among equals when it comes to captaining Ireland against Samoa
Injuries mean Leinster man should get the nod as doubts surround Paul O’Connell and Johnny Sexton
Joe Schmidt’s plans up in the air again
Jonathan Sexton sits out training while Paul O’Connell has restricted role
Doubts remain over Paul O’Connell’s fitness
Lock resumed training after a calf strain, but Jonathan Sexton sat out session at Carton House
Payne’s 13 start for Ulster well worth tracking
Cave the loser as Kiwi lines out at outside centre against Cardiff in Belfast
O’Connell makes return as Munster see off Dragons
Tries from Cronin and O’Mahony help secure win at Musgrave Park
Time to pull on the green jersey as Irish rugby faces a challenging 12 months
Future of professional game’s health depends on national team being successful
Plumtree refutes suggestion that new scrum laws will reduce the importance of props
New Irish forwards coach says technically good props and a scrummaging hooker still going to prove crucial figures
Plumtree Schmidt’s pick for Ireland job
The former Natal Sharks coach will take on the Irish forwards’ coaching role this season
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