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Former Ireland international named new Munster attack coach
Done deal. Munster Rugby have announced the appointment of Jared Payne as Assistant Coach on a two-year deal. The province have also announced that Mossy Lawler has signed an extension...
Reason for Shaun Edwards’ France departure emerge in local media
Exit door. Shaun Edwards’ expected departure from the French coaching set-up appears to be about far more than a simple backroom reshuffle. The legendary defence coach, who has helped transform...
The real reason James Lowe’s contract negotiations broke down has emerged
No deal. The real reason for James Lowe’s departure from Leinster and Ireland has emerged after the winger confirmed his exit this week. Lowe’s contract negotiations have been drawn out...
James Lowe posts emotional statement confirming his future
Goodbye. James Lowe has confirmed that his time with Leinster and Irish rugby is coming to an end, with the winger posting an emotional farewell message on social media on...
Ireland and Leinster winger James Lowe agrees deal with new club
Done deal. James Lowe is set to bring his nine-year spell in Irish rugby to an end after agreeing a move to Japanese side Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath, according to The...
Springboks dealt major injury blow ahead of key run of fixtures
Sidelined. The Stormers have been dealt a huge blow ahead of their URC semi-final against Leinster, with Springbok star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu ruled out after suffering an ankle injury in last...
Ireland international James Lowe makes decision on his future at Leinster
No deal. Ireland international winger James Lowe has made a decision on his future at the province, with his contract up in the summer. Lowe is yet to agree a...
Ultimate Sevens set to bring rugby to the short-form generation
Some of the UK’s most popular sports have realised that if they don’t adapt to changes in society, they’re at risk of losing support in the long run. Cricket is...
Munster Rugby table ambitious bid for All Blacks star
Wanted man. Munster Rugby have made a move for All Blacks tighthead Tyrel Lomax following the 2027 Rugby World Cup as the province looks to strengthen a problem position under...
Former Ireland & Leinster star tears into Sam Prendergast following latest slip-up
“You can’t hide someone like that.” Luke Fitzgerald has delivered a damning assessment of Sam Prendergast’s defending after the Leinster playmaker endured another difficult moment in contact during their win...
Springbok handed 18-month ban for doping offence
Banned. South African rugby has been rocked after Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye was handed an 18-month doping ban. The 27-year-old Lions front rower was informed of the suspension by the...
Clayton McMillan confirms Munster in pursuit of ‘world-class tighthead prop’
Tighthead. Head coach Clayton McMillan has confirmed that Munster are in the market for a world-class tighthead prop. The province have struggled with their front-row stocks this season, with Oli...
What Munster’s independent governance review is set to cost the province
Review. Munster’s independent governance review could end up costing the province a significant sum, with similar exercises across Irish sport and media running from tens of thousands into six figures,...