Andy Farrell: 'Ronan Kelleher is coming on a treat'
The Leinster hooker was making just his fifth Test start.
Jul 10, 23:38
Ireland's James Ryan eyes "best performance of our season" against USA
Andy Farrell's men secured a series of third-placed finishes during 2020-21.
Jul 9, 14:38
Andy Farrell hoping to unearth Ireland "gems" ahead of new season
Andy Farrell has named eight uncapped players in his 23-man group for Saturday's season finale.
Jul 9, 12:33
Andy Farrell: 'Ireland players must put team needs first'
Head coach Andy Farrell has made eight changes to the team which began last weekend's 39-31 win over Japan.
Jul 8, 17:45
Andy Farrell names four uncapped Ulster players to face USA
Head coach Andy Farrell has also included four uncapped players among the replacements.
Jul 8, 14:12
Mike Catt issues warning to Ireland rookies ahead of US showdown
The Irish have 12 players pushing for Test debuts.
Jul 6, 15:46
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Jul 5, 21:22
Ireland release Chris Farrell, Jordan Larmour and Peter O'Mahony from squad
Head coach Andy Chris Farrell has retained a 35-man group for the USA's visit to Dublin.
Jul 5, 14:28
Andy Farrell pays tribute to "dynamic" Japan after Ireland win
Andy Farrell's side were lacklustre in the first half at the Aviva Stadium in front of 3,000 spectators.
Jul 3, 17:50
Jacob Stockdale aiming to take out Lions frustration on Ireland Tests
Jacob Stockdale was sidelined for most of the Six Nations because of a knee injury.
Jul 2, 10:52
James Ryan cleared to lead Ireland against Japan
The second row was tipped to replace the injured Alun Wyn Jones with the Lions.
Jul 1, 19:28
Caolin Blade will not be "a passenger" in Ireland's Dublin matches
The 27-year-old spent time in the Irish camp during the 2019 Guinness Six Nations.
Jun 24, 16:51
Robert Baloucoune reflects on "weird journey" to Ireland debut
The 23-year-old is among 12 uncapped players in Andy Farrell's squad.
Jun 23, 17:08
Andy Farrell insists "great option" Simon Zebo must prove himself
Andy Farrell opted against including the 31-year-old in his 37-man summer Test squad.
Jun 15, 12:59
Andy Farrell hopes Johnny Sexton benefits from missing summer Tests
Johnny Sexton, who turns 36 next month, will have to wait until at least the autumn to claim a 100th Ireland cap.
Jun 14, 15:38
Ireland recall Caelan Doris and Joey Carbery for summer Tests
James Ryan will captain the 37-man group in the absence of veteran fly-half Johnny Sexton.
Jun 14, 13:00
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May 10, 22:35
Ireland cancel summer tour to Fiji over coronavirus concerns
The IRFU said it would be speaking to other Unions with regard to arranging alternative Test matches during the July international window.
Apr 30, 19:25
Warren Gatland insists he has assembled the best Lions coaching team available
Scotland boss Gregor Townsend will mastermind the attack and his international colleague Steve Tandy will oversee the defence.
Apr 13, 14:24
Warren Gatland announces new coaching team for Lions' South Africa tour
The head coach will be supported by Gregor Townsend, Steve Tandy, Robin McBryde and Neil Jenkins this summer.
Apr 13, 09:44
Bundee Aki hit with four-match ban for Billy Vunipola tackle
Bundee Aki became the first Irish player in history to receive two red cards at Test level.
Mar 23, 19:05
On This Day: Andy Farrell completed Saracens transfer
Andy Farrell had enjoyed 13 trophy-laden years with Wigan.
Mar 23, 08:24
England boss Eddie Jones to learn fate next week
Bill Sweeney must decide whether recent results represent permanent stagnation or a temporary slide that Eddie Jones is equipped to reverse.
Mar 22, 20:02
Andy Farrell: 'Ireland players will be in Warren Gatland's mind'
The British and Irish Lions coach was in Dublin to watch Ireland outclass England.
Mar 21, 15:34
Eddie Jones: 'England still know where they are going'
England will finish fifth for only the second time since 2000 to intensify scrutiny of Eddie Jones.
Mar 20, 21:49
Jacob Stockdale excited to unleash new-look physique on England
Jacob Stockdale feared he would miss the entire Championship having suffered a problematic knee injury.
Mar 20, 09:03
Andy Farrell insists Ireland must have "courage" to beat England
Ireland have not beaten England since their Grand Slam success of 2018.
Mar 19, 09:39
Ireland keen to send CJ Stander out in style
South Africa-born back-row CJ Stander is set to win his 51st and final cap for his adopted country.
Mar 18, 18:08
Jacob Stockdale, Bundee Aki recalled for Ireland
Jacob Stockdale has been preferred to James Lowe, while Bundee Aki replaces the injured Garry Ringrose.
Mar 18, 16:39
Johnny Sexton admits CJ Stander retirement news "shocked" him
South Africa-born CJ Stander is set to pull on the Irish jersey for the final time on Saturday against England.
Mar 16, 16:16
Gregor Townsend frustrated by defeat to Ireland
Johnny Sexton's late penalty was the difference between the sides.
Mar 14, 19:33
Stuart Hogg insists Scotland are "chomping at the bit" to face Ireland
The Dark Blues have not played for a month after their clash with France was postponed.
Mar 13, 16:45
Five talking points ahead of Scotland's Six Nations clash with Ireland
Ireland have won nine of the past 10 meetings between the countries.
Mar 13, 14:28
Andy Farrell urges Ireland to nullify Finn Russell and Stuart Hogg
Fly-half Finn Russell and captain Stuart Hogg have been central to Scotland's recent resurgence.
Mar 13, 11:18
Ireland boss Andy Farrell talks up "top class" Jamison Gibson-Park
Fit-again Conor Murray starts on the bench for the clash with Scotland.
Mar 12, 15:02
Ireland's Jamison Gibson-Park preferred to Conor Murray for Scotland clash
Conor Murray returns to the bench following a hamstring injury.
Mar 12, 12:11
Iain Henderson hoping Scotland will be rusty this weekend
Scotland's round-three fixture was postponed due to a coronavirus outbreak in France's squad.
Mar 11, 15:43
Johnny Sexton: 'British and Irish Lions places and Ireland honour on the line'
The Lions are scheduled to take on South Africa in July and August.
Mar 10, 12:00
Paul O'Connell expecting to face "best Scottish team" in Six Nations
Scotland stunned England 11-6 at Twickenham to kick-start the Six Nations.
Mar 9, 15:33
Andy Farrell fully focused on Ireland job amid British and Irish Lions talk
The Lions are scheduled to tour South Africa this summer.
Mar 4, 15:22
