Wales won’t be distracted by uncertainty over regions, says Howley

Players met union during the week as talks between WRU and clubs have stalled

Murray and Sexton at 50: The inside story of Ireland's winning partnership

O'Driscoll and O'Gara on why you would not swap Ireland's halfback pairing for any in world rugby

Luke Morgan fast-tracked for wing debut for Wales

Former sevens star only made his first appearance for Ospreys two months ago

Hill and Wales aiming to seal first series win in Argentina since 1999

Gatland makes five changes for the second Test against the Pumas in Santa Fe

Edge between Schmidt and Gatland adds to rivalry

Ireland coach admits frustration over accusations attack lacks cutting edge

Leading coaches Warren Gatland and Schmidt to reach landmarks

New Zealander takes charges of Wales against Ireland for a record 100th Test match

Andy Farrell: Defensive slips against Italy actually leave Ireland in a good place

More expansive Wales style will be a threat despite familiarity of coaches on both sides

Ireland-France HIA decision was ‘wrong’, claims expert

Doctor says Dupont’s removal in Six Nations clash could raise questions over medics

Warren Gatland profile: former Ireland and Lions coach revealed

From club level up to Lions’ tours, Wales’ head coach has enjoyed substantial success

Chris Farrell in pole position to claim Ireland midfield spot

Managing midfield permutations nothing new for coach Joe Schmidt in his 52-game reign

World Rugby confirm they made a mistake over Wales try

‘Warren Gatland spoke to Alain Rolland, and they confirmed the TMO made a mistake’

Moments of the year: Sweet night in Dublin as England’s train derailed

O’Mahony and Sexton heroic as Ireland end old rivals’ long unbeaten Test run

Absence of ball carriers exposes weakness in Wales squad

Manner of victory over South Africa suggests Welsh will tackle Six Nations unburdened by expectation

Warren Gatland says Sean O’Brien regrets his comments

The Tullow backrow questioned Gatland’s preparation leading into the first Lions Test

Howley lets bygones be bygones after Sean O’Brien criticism

‘It’s tomorrow’s fish and chip paper, isn’t it? It will soon be forgotten’

Shane Jennings gradually adjusting to real life after rugby

‘The key was to be part of a winning culture. And then just leave it’ says ex-Leinster man

Warren Gatland reveals hurt at Seán O’Brien’s public criticism

Lions head coach: 'I don’t know what planet he’s on but I was on a different tour to him . . . '

Champions Cup rugby to award Irish free-to-air rights by November

One match in every Champions Cup round will be broadcast free-to-air next season

Gerry Thornley: Was Seán O’Brien right to speak out?

Notion that Lions should have whitewashed All Blacks flies in the face of history

‘Biggest game ever’ for Lions as immortality beckons

New Zealand media’s treatment of Warren Gatland is disgraceful, says coach’s assistant

Width is key for Lions in stopping unfamiliar All Blacks style

Touring players far from used to the southern hemisphere attacking style they will face

Lions embracing chaos as they look to get up to speed

Backs coach Rob Howley says tourists must adapt to frantic pace of southern hemisphere

Paul O’Connell: Lions hamstrung by taxing schedule

An extra week after the end of the season would have made all the difference

Inside a serene Carton House for fierce Lions training

Static bikes, cryotherapy and Billy Vunipola’s absence dominate proceedings in Maynooth

Gordon D’Arcy: No steeper rugby incline than a Lions tour

And facing the All Blacks in New Zealand is the ultimate test for any rugby team

Rhys Webb’s scrumhalf duel with Conor Murray reaches climax

Ospreys star will face down opposite number in Pro12 before becoming Lions rivals

Conor Murray ready to make up for lost time in Munster run-in

Returning scrumhalf sets sights on Pro12 and Lions success after injury frustration

Warren Gatland deflects questions of perceived Welsh bias

‘Selection is a matter of opinion at end of the day. That’s what makes it interesting’

What lies ahead for . . . Lions coach, captain, squad balance, and strategy

If Gatland plays both Sexton and Owen Farrell, Lions look a little thin at outhalf

Launchbury and Joseph set to miss out on Lions squad

Outhalf George Ford could also not be selected by Gatland for New Zealand tour

Six Nations to probe late French replacement in Wales win

Replacement of Uini Atonio by Slimani referred to Untoward Incident Review Group

Yoann Maestri faces misconduct charge after Wayne Barnes comments

‘Anglo-Saxon referees talk about fair play but the reality is they think we’re cheats’

Murky end to Paris finale leaves France with questions to answer

Guy Noves’s side worthy of victory but tactics at the death against Wales raised eyebrows

Stade de Farce! France claim win in 20th minute of stoppage time

Les Bleus ensured that Ireland remained in top tier for World Cup draw, even before Aviva win

Too predictable? In what way asks Joe Schmidt

‘It was going at 100 miles an hour and then when it got into the 22s it started to chug’

Roof falls in on Irish hopes as England loom on horizon

Eddie Jones’s side could arrive in Dublin with title and chasing Grand Slam

Vindicated Rob Howley pays testament to Welsh defence

George North one of a number of players who silenced the critics after defeat to Scotland

Wales 22 Ireland 9: Wales player ratings

John O’Sullivan runs the rule over a victorious Welsh side at the Millennium Stadium

‘Pace, power and precision’: Welsh press look ahead to Ireland visit

Superior try-scoring record gives Schmidt’s side the upperhand in Cardiff showdown

Principality Stadium roof closed for Ireland’s clash with Wales

Meanwhile, Sam Warburton is well aware that Wales have a point to prove on Friday

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