Rory Best
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A look at Ireland's previous Rugby World Cup quarter-finals
Sports Mole takes a look back at Ireland's previous Rugby World Cup quarter-finals ahead of Saturday's clash with New Zealand.
1 year ago
Wales' Ken Owens fires warning to England ahead of Six Nations clash
Wayne Pivac's side are in the hunt for Grand Slam glory after wins over Ireland and Scotland.
4 years ago
Johnny Sexton looking to follow Alun Wyn Jones captaincy example
Ireland host Grand Slam champions Wales on Saturday.
5 years ago
Wayne Pivac off to winning start as Wales boss
Wales scored six tries in an entertaining contest.
5 years ago
Justin Tipuric named as Wales captain for Wayne Pivac's first match
Warren Gatland is head coach of the Barbarians.
5 years ago
Eddie Jones refusing to discuss England future
The head coach has a contract with the RFU until 2021.
5 years ago
What next for Ireland after another World Cup quarter-final exit?
Joe Schmidt's side were beaten by New Zealand.
5 years ago
Luke McGrath confident Ireland World Cup exit will not taint Joe Schmidt legacy
Captain Rory Best also suffered defeat to New Zealand in his final game for the national side.
5 years ago
Ireland see off Samoa to book quarter-finals spot
Bundee Aki was sent off in the first half but Johnny Sexton helped himself to 18 points in the rout.
5 years ago
Simon Easterby backs Ireland forwards to respond to Japan defeat
Ireland's front-line stars are expected to be restored for the Samoa clash.
5 years ago
Chris Farrell: 'Johnny Sexton sees things unfolding before they happen'
Coach Joe Schmidt is confident the fly-half will be fit and firing for the match.
5 years ago
Rory Best admits Ireland confidence knocked by Japan loss
Joe Schmidt's men are currently the highest-ranked side in rugby.
5 years ago
Ireland to remain patient with Jordi Murphy over rib injury
Victory over Samoa will see Ireland into the quarter-finals.
5 years ago
Johnny Sexton excited for "massive honour" of Ireland captaincy
The fly-half will take the armband as Ireland rest captain Rory Best.
5 years ago
Ireland's CJ Stander declares himself fit for Russia clash
The Irish side suffered a shock defeat to Japan on the weekend.
5 years ago
Andrew Conway: 'Ireland refused to panic after England mauling'
Munster wing hails Ireland for sticking to their guns.
6 years ago
Brian O'Driscoll: 'Rory Best has been underestimated'
Ireland's most-capped player has thrown his weight behind skipper Rory Best.
6 years ago
Tadhg Furlong: 'Ireland will go anywhere and back for Rory Best'
Best will win his 121st cap at his fourth World Cup when Ireland square up to Scotland on Sunday.
6 years ago
Schmidt praises Larmour and Conway's 'contagious' enthusiasm
The duo are tipped to breathe new life through the Ireland ranks.
6 years ago
Rory Best: 'Losing to England was a kick in the teeth'
Ireland were beaten 57-15 by England.
6 years ago
Rory Best "very happy" after receiving standing ovation in Dublin
The captain was boosted for his side's Japan bid with a special Dublin send-off.
6 years ago
Ireland defeat Wales to go top of world rankings
Injury concerns for Warren Gatland's side ahead of the Japan tournament.
6 years ago
Rob Kearney defends "undervalued" Rory Best captaincy
Best is retiring after the World Cup and will make his final appearance on home soil against Wales on Saturday.
6 years ago
Joe Schmidt hits out at "unfair" criticism of Rory Best
Joe Schmidt defends under-fire Ireland captain Rory Best after Twickenham rout
6 years ago
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.
6 years ago
Sexton, Henshaw in line to return for Ireland against Wales
The pair's return would hand Ireland a pre-World Cup boost.
6 years ago
Joe Schmidt challenges Jean Kleyn to earn World Cup spot
Munster's South Africa-born lock tasked with stepping up another level.
6 years ago
Rory Best: 'Ireland hungrier than ever ahead of World Cup'
The captain has called on his side to hit back to top form.
6 years ago
Ireland captain Rory Best announces plans to retire after World Cup
The 36-year-old Ulster hooker has been capped 116 times by his country.
6 years ago
Best backs Ireland youngster Ryan to come of age up against Wales talisman Jones
22-year-old Ryan takes on the vastly-experienced Jones in Cardiff.
6 years ago
Ireland fly-half Sexton aiming to halt Wales' winning run
The star playmaker is confident Ireland can topple Wales in Cardiff.
6 years ago
Ireland impress to beat France and sustain slender Six Nations title hopes
Rory Best, Johnny Sexton, Jack Conan and Keith Earls all crossed for Joe Schmidt's side.
6 years ago
Ireland captain Rory Best to hang up his boots after 2019 World Cup
Ireland captain and stalwart Best expects the 2019 World Cup to prove his Test swansong.
6 years ago
Rory Best: Ireland took big step forward with win over Scotland
The Ireland captain was relieved in victory, but still demanding improvements.
6 years ago
Ireland skipper Rory Best laments loss of Devin Toner
The lock is out of the remainder of the tournament.
6 years ago
Schmidt keeping Ireland grounded, insists Rory Best
Ireland are the Six Nations favourites after a stunning 2018.
6 years ago
Ireland skipper Best backs Sexton to keep dominating world rugby
Fly-half Johnny Sexton was named World Rugby player of the year in November.
6 years ago
Best convinced Schmidt would lead Lions to South Africa tour triumph
The Ireland coach is taking a break from rugby after the 2019 World Cup.
6 years ago
Best backs Farrell to succeed as Ireland coach
Andy Farrell will take over from current Ireland coach Joe Schmidt after next year's World Cup in Japan.
6 years ago
The major talking points ahead of Ireland's clash with New Zealand in Dublin
The All Blacks are ranked number one in the world rankings with Joe Schmidt's side second.
6 years ago
