After Ireland’s ‘shock’ defeat to Scotland in the opening round we analyse why it shouldn’t come as a surprise, what Ireland should change and what could unfold in the Six Nations in the next few weeks. Underrated Scotland Going into the first round no one could predict an Irish defeat, it was all about the Grand … More Shock To The System: What Happens Now?
So the quarterfinals are done and dusted in the Munster Schools Senior Cup and we’ve had some cracking contests across the 4 games. As you may not have gotten around to seeing every game, we’ve put together our panel of correspondents and assembled the team of the round with the help of our Snapchat fans! James … More SENIOR CUP TEAM OF THE WEEK: Quarterfinal
Aer Lingus, the official airline of the Irish rugby team is helping to bring the magic of #HomeAdvantage to Edinburgh this weekend with a special message delivered straight from the aircraft’s cockpit. The captain on flight EI3254, which departed Dublin Airport at 14:25 today, had a special welcome for rugby fans onboard as the plane … More Watch As ‘Fields Of Athenry’ Rings Out On Aer Lingus Flight To Edinburgh
Written by Conal Lane Come the day, Come the hour, Come the Six Nations and the annual test of provincial squad depth, this week more so due to a rescheduled fixture. A healthy (unlucky?) 13 Munster representatives in the Ireland squad this year, for the opening two rounds of the Six Nations means a debut … More BACK TO BUSINESS: Munster Vs Edinburgh Preview
Ronan Calvert reports from Bandon RFC Bandon have made it to their first ever Senior Cup semi-final, following their defeat of St Munchin’s College earlier today. Munchin’s lead after 15 minutes when outhalf Jason Kiely knocked over a penalty but Bandon would score the first try of the day. The home side had started to show … More SENIOR REPORT: Bandon Brush Munchins Aside To Make Senior Cup Semi-Finals
Denis Hayes reports from Clanwilliam Glenstal progress with a convincing win to reach just their second ever Senior Cup semi-final. Glenstal started the better of the sides as Ben Healy converting a penalty in the early stages. Rockwell’s Joe McCormack made some good runs down the wing in response but Glenstal later soon edged into … More SENIOR REPORT: Glenstal Get The Win In Clanwilliam
‘We beat the All Blacks, we can beat anyone’ Form The Six Nations is a championship. A test of consistency, one week to the next. Supporters remember 2016 for the two blockbuster performances. Defeating South Africa on their home turf for the first time and famously overcoming the All Blacks in Chicago What isn’t mentioned … More Hold Your Horses: Ireland Six Nations Preview
Our annual Top 10 Prospects is out and we’re braced to hear your opinions. Do you agree with our list? Who do you think is the biggest prospect in world rugby? If you have any issues with the video let us know and we will post the video to Facebook later today.
PBC Vs Crescent Presentation should overcome the hurdle of Crescent with relative ease and continue on their ways to Senior Cup silverware. Verdict: PBC by 15 CBC Vs Ardscoil Ardscoil are still hurting from there PBC thrashing in round one but they will relish this second opportunity following their bye to the quarters. The … More Senior Cup Quarter-Final Predictions
Ronan Calvert reports from the University of Limerick St Munchin’s have booked their spot in the Junior Cup quarter finals following a convincing win over Glenstal on Thursday afternoon. Right from the off, Munchin’s underlined their intentions. The Corbally schoolboys carried forward with purpose before passing the ball through the hands for the first time … More JUNIOR CUP REPORT: Munchin’s Make Light Work Of Glenstal
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