Andy Farrell comes to Sam Prendergast’s defence as he highlights outhalf’s qualities
‘I think Sam’s ability as a flyhalf far outweighs a work-on within his game’
Sam Prendergast
Ireland reminded naysayers they haven’t gone away with dismantling of Australia
‘We’re a very good side,’ said Andy Farrell after win, but he knows South Africa will provide much stiffer test
Five things we learned from the rugby weekend: Crafty Jamison Gibson-Park had Ireland purring
World Rugby is now facing an escalating officiating crisis; both Irish outhalves impress
Ireland player ratings v Australia: Mack Hansen and Ryan Baird stand out
Jamison Gibson-Park was back in form as Ireland dismantled the Wallabies
Ireland look to prove they are still one of the best teams in the world against wounded Wallabies
History has taught us to beware of any Australian side rebounding from a defeat, but the Wallabies look weary as well as wounded
Showtime for Farrell and Schmidt, but don’t try reading that from public face of players
Australia and Ireland players stayed on message. In taking that approach, they belied the high stakes of Saturday night for Farrell and Schmidt
Sam Prendergast: ‘Getting bogged down by outhalf rotation is selfish’
Shared ambitions leave no room for bad blood between Leinster outhalf and Munster’s Jack Crowley
Jack Crowley: ‘I don’t think I was hard done by’
Outhalf’s tackle count in Croke Park victory against Leinster pointed to an added intensity in his game
Gordon D’Arcy: Back where it all began, Ireland need the same spark that first saw them topple the All Blacks
Nine years on from the historic win in Chicago, Ireland return to Soldier Field to face New Zealand
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
Munster prove mindset can still decide matches
Sam Prendergast needs time to adjust to the extra attention coming his way from the opposition
Simon Zebo’s persistent interjections distracting for Leinster v Munster viewers
TV View: Bernard Jackman’s doubts were well-founded
Sam Prendergast v Jack Crowley: media-stoked outhalf rivalry is about to get real
The main protagonists for the Irish number 10 will finally face off for the first time as Leinster meet Munster in Croke Park
Gerry Thornley: Not even slow ticket sales can take shine off Leinster v Munster clash
Perhaps novelty value of Blues hosting matches at Croke Park is wearing off
How are Leinster and Munster stacking up ahead of their first meeting of the season?
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Lions’ star man Tadhg Beirne ready for return to action for Munster’s clash with Leinster
Munster defence coach Denis Leamy expects Jack Crowley to be restored to team for Croke Park encounter
How many Ireland jerseys are up for grabs ahead of the Autumn Nations Series?
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Paul O’Connell impressed by Ireland’s ability to adapt to conditions in seeing off Georgia
Sam Prendergast secures flawless 14 points from the tee as six players make Ireland debuts in Tbilisi
Paul O’Connell excited to see how Irish players react to Georgia pressure
Tommy O’Brien and Darragh Murray will win first caps, while others are poised to do so from the bench
Felipe Contepomi on Leinster success, Johnny Sexton’s coaching and ‘unlucky’ Sam Prendergast
Pumas head coach announces his team for Friday night’s encounter against the Lions at the Aviva Stadium
Leinster v Bulls preview: If Leinster are on it, they’re good enough to win
URC Grand Final: Aerial contest promises to be worth the entry money alone and could well prove pivotal
Tyler Bleyendaal hails Sam Prendergast as one of Leinster’s game drivers
Leinster coach doesn’t believe young outhalf’s workload this season is an issue
‘We’ve reached that tipping point’: More than a place in the final at stake for Leinster, says Ian Madigan
Former outhalf believes province can’t afford to sign off on another season without silverware
Lions Tour 2025: The winners and losers as Andy Farrell names squad
Mack Hansen returns home as a Lions player but Sam Prendergast will have to bide his time
Lions Tour 2025: Caelan Doris ‘devastated’ to miss out through injury
Andy Farrell said Irish forward was ‘in the mix’ to be captain as England lock Maro Itoje was given captaincy at event in London
RG Snyman and Linda Djougang named Leinster Players of the Year
Sam Prendergast and Robyn O’Connor receive Young Player of the Year awards
Fin Smith meets Sam Prendergast in latest test of young outhalves under constant scrutiny
Both players will have big says in the outcome of the Champions Cup semi-final between Leinster and Northampton
Rhapsody in blue as Leinster attack finally fires on all cylinders
Tyler Bleyendaal can take a lot of credit for the lovely shape and potency of Leinster’s attacking display
Sam Prendergast’s duel with Marcus Smith could define Lions hopes for both
When the two outhalves meet at Croke Park, the result could weigh heavily on Andy Farrell’s selection
Sam Prendergast signs new deal with Leinster
Ireland and Leinster outhalf has nailed down starting number 10 jersey with province this season
If Jack Crowley leaves Ireland, the IRFU won’t make the same exception they did with Johnny Sexton
Crowley hasn’t achieved as much at 25 as O’Gara and Sexton, but the Munster squad he’s part of bears no comparison to the teams they were surrounded by
How Ireland came dangerously close to a rare defeat to Italy
As Leonardo Marin raced up the touchline, thoughts of just a second Six Nations win for Italy in 26 meetings against Ireland flashed before our eyes
Jack Crowley’s patience rewarded as Ireland go in search of Rome revival against Italy
The return of Mack Hansen, James Lowe and Garry Ringrose gives Ireland more variety in attack
Six Nations: Where did it all go wrong for Ireland against France and should Irish fans panic?
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Ireland v France build-up: Latest Six Nations news ahead of decisive game
Team news, expert analysis and everything else you need to know ahead of this weekend’s Six Nations action
Matt Williams: France have the power and unpredictability to put Ireland in a spin
Ireland, including their replacement forwards, must perform at their best to prevail in what promises to be a belting Six Nations clash
Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley are at the centre of a rugby culture war
Both outhalves have their loyal backers but Ireland are fortunate to have the pair to choose from
Are France better than Ireland at developing young rugby players?
Fabien Galthié's senior squad is sprinkled with young stars, but let’s talk about the definition of success
Brian O’Driscoll reflects on his sensational hat-trick against France, 25 years on
It’s 25 years since a young Irish centre felled France with a sensational hat-trick, and Les Bleus are more formidable now than they were then - but so are Ireland
Ireland have switched focus to the art of kicking and it’s paying dividends
Kicking prowess of Sam Prendergast, Jamison Gibson-Park and James Lowe adds another string to Ireland’s bow
Sam Prendergast is both enthralling and enraging and everything else we learned from Ireland’s win over Wales
Ireland maintain ability to grind out win; the intimidating Principality Stadium; Van der Flier’s tackling stats; quick scrum decisions improve spectacle
Wales 18 Ireland 27 FT as it happened: Ireland come back in second half and win the Triple Crown
Tries from Jack Conan and Jamie Osborne and 17 points from the boot of Sam Prendergast see Simon Easterby’s side home
Gerry Thornley: Wales match to be a special day for the Prendergast family
As Sam makes great start to the Six Nations, Cian has been included in Ireland’s matchday squad
Andrew Porter a unicorn in the Irish front row − Aled Walters
Head of athletic performance unconcerned about the Irish squad’s current age profile
Cullen calls for patience as he oversees Prendergast’s rise to prominence
Leinster coach fully aware of the game’s vagaries and the rocky road ahead for all aspiring outhalfs
Ireland spoilt for choice but major shake-up unlikely for trip to Wales
Simon Easterby says Ireland ‘very fortunate’ to have players fit and eager to perform
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