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Ulster and Munster’s European defeats show the importance of power in Champions Cup

Ulster labour to victory over Zebre and miss out on bonus point

Two second-half yellow cards for the Italian side prove crucial on a dreadful night in Belfast

Munster make four changes as Connacht target first win

New Ulster signing Bill Johnston makes his competitive debut against Toyota Cheetahs

Gerry Thornley’s end of term report: Did Ireland's peaks come too early?

Rugby correspondent runs the rule over the season for Ireland and the four provinces

Nucifora sets Ireland target of at least a semi-final in Rugby World Cup

IRFU performance director says outgoing coach Schmidt very focused on final task

Gordon D'Arcy: Innovation and clarity key to Munster's progress

Lacking sheer physicality, Johann Van Graan’s men need to build a new playing style

Ulster sign ‘very exciting young prospect’ Bill Johnston from Munster

He was on the Ireland team that reached the 2016 U20 World Championship final

The Offload: Who is running Munster rugby right now?

Munster coaches depart for pastures new. Plus: anatomy of a Champions Cup defeat

Bill Johnson set to move to Ulster as Munster opportunities dry up

Former Ireland U20 international expected to join up with Dan McFarland’s side

Van Graan has total faith in Bleyendaal’s fitness for the big stage

Munster coach and fellow players united in appreciation of the outhalf’s leadership skills

Munster make 11 changes to their team for Benetton clash

Three academy players are included in the squad for Friday’s trip to Stadio Monigo

Scarlets keep Munster at bay thanks to defensive masterclass

Johann van Graan’s side dominate possession but can only manage losing bonus point

Munster can maintain momentum as Scannell set for landmark appearance

Pro14 preview: Scarlets v Munster, Parc y Scarlets (5.0, live on TG4, Premier Sports 2)

Bleyendaal impressed with young Munster side’s ability to dig out win

Victory completes strong Christmas and new year run for Johann van Graan’s side

Jean Kleyn’s second-half try sees Munster edge out Dragons

Johann van Graan’s side go back top of Conference A after low-key win

Under-20 class of 2016 making rapid strides towards the top of senior game

Leinster v Ulster clash will feature several of the young stars from World Junior final

Minimal changes and momentum give Ulster the edge

Darren Sweetnam, Jean Kleyn, Conor Oliver and Tommy O’Donnell are back for Munster

JJ Hanrahan delivers in first start as Munster outhalf

‘Hanrahan is a big game player and it’s been great to have him back,’ says O’Mahony

Conor Murray is back in the Munster squad for Italian job

Munster and Ireland scrumhalf set to make his return for Sunday’s trip to take on Zebre

JJ Hanrahan moves to fullback as Carbery retains 10 jersey

CJ Stander to make first Munster appearance of the season against Cardiff Blues

Gerry Thornley: Wherever Joey Carbery goes it's a win for Ireland

The 22-year-old is on the horns of a dilemma and has no guarantees with Leinster or Ulster

Carbery rejects Ulster move as possible Munster deal looms

Ulster still seeking permission to sign an established international outhalf

Gordon D’Arcy: Attitude and discipline key to Munster

Multitalented Toulon relaxed for one vital moment and Conway made them pay

Paul Boyle ready to lead injury-hit Ireland under-20s to Georgia

No playing survivors remain from the side beaten in last year’s World Cup final

Ireland fight to the last as England claim Under-20 Grand Slam

Fullback Jordan Larmour tops a list of impressive Irish performances at Donnybrook

John Foley to make U-20s debut against England

Ireland make two changes as they seek to bounce back after Wales defeat

Ireland Under-20s have their own Grand Slam party to spoil

Nigel Carolan’s side saw title dreams ended in Wales but can stop England clean sweep

Wales end brave Irish fightback as U20 title hopes die

England retain their title with victory over Scotland

Opportunity knocks for Ireland under-20 fringe players

Injuries force coach Nigel Carolan’s hand for crunch game against France

Carolan rings the changes for French exam

Ireland coach names his Under-20s side to face France on Friday night

Rassie Erasmus denies special treatment for Jaco Taute

Decision to extend Springbok’s contract based on injuries in backline, says coach

Munster’s Erasmus looks at options following Francis Saili’s injury

Province hope to replace the centre from in-house but may have to look elsewhere

Cillian Gallagher latest injury worry for Ireland Under-20s

Nigel Carolan puts Matthew Cosgrove on standby ahead of semi-final with New Zealand

Ireland Under-20s lose Bill Johnston to shoulder injury

Outhalf ruled out for remainder of world championships after Baby Blacks win

Spirited Ireland fight back to down Grand Slam champions Wales

Nigel Carolan’s side were 17-0 down in first half of opening match

Ireland under-20s prepare for tough opener against Wales

Manchester City venue should help team prepare for toughest pool since 2008

Ireland Under-20s can call upon a physically imposing pack in 2016

Nigel Carolan says last year’s talisman Garry Ringrose needs to be given time to develop

Francis Saili injury mars Munster victory over London Irish

New Zealander scores first try for province but leaves field in neck brace

Rockwell claim 26th Munster Senior title as Ardscoil wait goes on

Tipperary school prove too strong for Limerick rivals at Thomond Park

Ardscoil Rís aim to pick up title at third attempt against Rockwell

Outhalf Conor Fitzgerald has been key to the Limerick school’s Munster Senior Cup run

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