Schmidt praises Larmour and Conway's 'contagious' enthusiasm
The duo are tipped to breathe new life through the Ireland ranks.
Sep 20, 10:09
Sam Johnson "confident" Scotland can topple Ireland
The Glasgow midfielder has been bowled over by the hospitality in Nagasaki and Tokyo.
Sep 19, 07:12
Finn Russell: 'We are ready to show the real Scotland at World Cup'
Gregor Townsend's team open their campaign against Ireland on Sunday.
Sep 17, 13:07
Rhys Ruddock: 'Bundee Aki looks like an Irishman now'
New Zealand-born Bundee Aki has been criticised for chasing a Test career with Joe Schmidt's squad.
Sep 17, 10:03
Rob Kearney now a fitness doubt for Ireland
The full-back has a calf injury.
Sep 16, 17:09
Joey Carbery in line for "incredible" recovery for Ireland
The Munster fly-half is on track to be fit in time to face Scotland.
Sep 15, 08:30
Joe Schmidt admits Robbie Henshaw "likely" to miss World Cup opener
Will Addison has not been called out to Japan as a replacement.
Sep 15, 08:26
Robbie Henshaw a doubt for Ireland's World Cup opener
Garry Ringrose could benefit from Henshaw's injury for the group stages opener in Chiba.
Sep 14, 17:03
Warren Gatland insists Rhys Patchell will be fit for World Cup
The fly-half suffered concussion during the defeat to Ireland in Dublin.
Sep 7, 18:14
Ireland defeat Wales to go top of world rankings
Injury concerns for Warren Gatland's side ahead of the Japan tournament.
Sep 7, 17:07
Ben Toolis suffers head injury as Scotland swat aside Georgia
Toolis' condition will now require assessing after the 27-year-old was taken for concussion tests.
Sep 6, 21:40
Joe Schmidt dismisses Agustin Pichot's criticism of Devin Toner omission
Ireland boss issues stinging rebuke to World Rugby chief.
Sep 3, 19:04
Brian O'Driscoll bemused by Devin Toner World Cup omission
Former Ireland skipper O'Driscoll questions decision to omit Devin Toner from World Cup squad.
Sep 3, 18:57
Devin Toner a shock omission from Ireland's World Cup squad
Devin Toner has started 50 of Joe Schmidt's 67 Test matches in charge of Ireland.
Sep 2, 17:34
Ireland players to discover World Cup fate on Monday
The Munster wing expects a nervous wait on Sunday.
Sep 1, 11:02
Joe Schmidt expects "horrible couple of days" finalising World Cup squad
Ireland will submit their 31-man World Cup squad to World Rugby on Monday.
Aug 31, 19:07
Cory Hill a major doubt for Wales at World Cup after breaking leg
The Dragons lock has been an important part of the Wales set-up.
Aug 31, 19:04
Joe Schmidt discusses "awkward" Felix Jones situation
Former Munster full-back played a part in 2017 summer tour.
Aug 30, 07:42
Joe Schmidt hits out at "unfair" criticism of Rory Best
Joe Schmidt defends under-fire Ireland captain Rory Best after Twickenham rout
Aug 29, 16:07
Joe Schmidt plays down questions over Rory Best captaincy
Ireland will announce their final 31-man World Cup squad on September 8, with boss Schmidt insisting places are still up for grabs.
Aug 27, 17:55
Sexton, Henshaw in line to return for Ireland against Wales
The pair's return would hand Ireland a pre-World Cup boost.
Aug 25, 12:28
Joe Schmidt challenges Jean Kleyn to earn World Cup spot
Munster's South Africa-born lock tasked with stepping up another level.
Aug 23, 17:53
Joe Schmidt backs Ross Byrne to seize World Cup chance against England
The Leinster fly-half has been named in Ireland's starting XV for the match at Twickenham.
Aug 22, 18:00
Murphy: 'Ireland fully prepared despite Schmidt absence'
Ireland still expect to motor on, even if head coach Schmidt takes a back seat on Saturday.
Aug 9, 13:13
Jean Kleyn to get Ireland debut against Italy on Saturday
The South Africa-born second-rower only became eligible for his adopted homeland on Thursday.
Aug 8, 14:26
Rory Best: 'Ireland hungrier than ever ahead of World Cup'
The captain has called on his side to hit back to top form.
Aug 7, 14:16
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt returns to New Zealand following family bereavement
The Ireland head coach is expected to return before Saturday's clash with Italy.
Aug 6, 17:03
Mike Catt to join Ireland as attack coach after World Cup
Catt has been appointed as Ireland's attack coach on a four-year contract.
Jun 23, 20:50
Six Nations summary - how the teams fared
Wales clinched the Grand Slam with highly-fancied England and Ireland having to settle for second and third place.
Mar 17, 16:32
Joe Schmidt expects Ireland to be back on top form for Rugby World Cup
Ireland suffered a heavy defeat in Cardiff as their Six Nations title defence ended.
Mar 16, 18:08
Schmidt perplexed by Wales roof request
Ireland's agreement is needed under Six Nations rules for the Principality Stadium roof to be closed for Saturday's decider.
Mar 14, 16:03
Schmidt delighted as Ireland underline World Cup credentials in France victory
Ireland delivered a dominant display against France.
Mar 10, 19:28
5 talking points ahead of Ireland's clash with France in Dublin
The defending champions are third in the standings after winning two of their three matches so far in this season's Six Nations.
Mar 8, 15:49
Schmidt believes Ireland have been marked men after 2018 success
Ireland boss has pointed to the All Blacks as a side able to cope with the pressure of their status in world rugby.
Mar 8, 15:19
Sexton and Murray upset with personal form for Ireland
Joe Schmidt admitted the duo were angry and grumpy following the 26-16 victory in Italy.
Feb 24, 19:25
Ireland boss Schmidt expects Cronin to grasp chance in Best's absence
The Leinster hooker will fill in against Italy on Sunday.
Feb 22, 15:29
Ireland went back to basics to recapture edge - Conan
Joe Schmidt's side are aiming to reap the benefits of some fine-tuning in Rome.
Feb 21, 12:21
Brian O'Driscoll wary of Ireland's Rugby World Cup chances
Former Ireland centre Brian O'Driscoll believes that Joe Schmidt's side should first focus on reaching the quarter-finals of the World Cup rather than winning it.
Feb 18, 22:56
Farrell 'proud and privileged' to be named as Schmidt's successor
Andy Farrell expects the toughest test of his career in stepping up to Ireland's top job later this year.
Feb 15, 15:39
Joe Schmidt plays down Sexton head injury
British and Irish Lions fly-half was replaced by Joey Carbery.
Feb 9, 18:05
