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Seven uncapped players in Ireland squad for Six Nations
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt names seven uncapped players in his provisional 44-man squad for the upcoming Six Nations.
Jan 14, 17:28
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Triple injury boost for Ireland
Jonny Sexton, Brian O'Driscoll and Rob Kearney are fit for Ireland's Autumn International against New Zealand in Dublin on Sunday.
Nov 23, 03:06
Italy's Simone Favaro tries to tackle Ireland's Peter O' Mahony during their Six Nations match on March 16, 2013
Les Kiss challenges young squad
Ireland coach Les Kiss challenges his young team ahead of the meeting with US Eagles in Houston on Saturday.
Jun 5, 11:10
Leinster's Ian Madigan scores a try against Stade Francais during the Challenge Cup Final on May 17, 2013
Leinster take Pro12 crown with Ulster win
Leinster take the Pro12 crown with 24-18 win over Ulster.
May 26, 17:52
Leinster Rugby head coach Joe Schmidt on February 25, 2013
Joe Schmidt eyes Leinster double
Leinster coach Joe Schmidt wants his side to seal a European double following Friday's European Challenge Cup triumph over Stade Francais.
May 18, 00:39
Leinster's Luke Fitzgerald scores a try against Scarlets on January 12, 2013
Matt O'Connor agrees Leinster deal
Leinster confirm that Leicester Tigers boss Matt O'Connor will take charge of the Irish outfit at the end of the season.
May 6, 14:57
Leinster Rugby head coach Joe Schmidt on February 25, 2013
Joe Schmidt 'feels sorry' for Declan Kidney
Newly-appointed Ireland boss Joe Schmidt believes that injuries have played a part in the nation's recent poor form.
Apr 30, 11:20
Ireland's Brian O'Driscoll in action against France on March 10, 2013
Joe Schmidt hints at Brian O'Driscoll persuasion
Joe Schmidt says that he will try to persuade Brian O'Driscoll not to retire from the game.
Apr 30, 07:37
Leinster Rugby head coach Joe Schmidt on February 25, 2013
Joe Schmidt excited by Ireland challenge
Joe Schmidt says that he has taken on a "super challenge" after being named as Ireland's head coach.
Apr 30, 07:21
Ireland's Jamie Heaslip scores a try in the Six Nations match with France on March 9, 2013
Joe Schmidt appointed Ireland head coach
New Zealander Joe Schmidt is appointed head coach of the Ireland Rugby Union team.
Apr 29, 11:27
Leinster Rugby head coach Joe Schmidt on February 25, 2013
Leinster coach confident of Ireland job
Joe Schmidt hopes that he will be named as the new coach of the Ireland national side.
Apr 24, 07:25
Leinster Rugby head coach Joe Schmidt on February 25, 2013
Joe Schmidt to hold Ireland talks
Leinster coach Joe Schmidt reveals that he will hold talks with the IRFU over the vacant Ireland job later this week.
Apr 17, 23:20
Isa Nacewa scores for Leinster
Isa Nacewa to retire at end of season
Leinster wing Isa Nacewa will retire at the end of the coming season.
Mar 20, 12:32
Leinster's Jonathan Sexton gets past Clermont Auvergne's Morgan Parra on December 15, 2012
Joe Schmidt wants Jonny Sexton extension
Leinster coach Joe Schmidt is hopeful that Jonny Sexton will commit his future to the club this week.
Jan 21, 12:10
Leinster's Brian O'Driscoll scores a try in the game against Exeter on January 19, 2013
Joe Schmidt: 'No Leinster celebrations yet'
Joe Schmidt says that Leinster will not celebrate their win over Exeter unless they make it out of the pool stage of the Heineken Cup.
Jan 20, 12:13
Brian O'Driscoll
Brian O'Driscoll ready for Six Nations
Brian O'Driscoll is ready to make his comeback for Leinster following an ankle injury.
Dec 29, 15:29
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Brian O'Driscoll returns to training
Brian O'Driscoll is nearing a return for Leinster and Ireland.
Dec 18, 13:14
Heineken Cup
Joe Schmidt: 'We need a miracle to make knockout stages'
Joe Schmidt believes that Leinster will need a miracle to progress from their Heineken Cup Pool after two losses.
Dec 16, 17:22
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Joe Schmidt hails Exeter Chiefs display
Leinster head coach Joe Schmidt hails the performance of today's Heineken Cup opponents Exeter Chiefs.
Oct 13, 18:40
Heineken Cup
Joe Schmidt refusing to get carried away
Leinster coach Joe Schmidt refuses to consider the possibility of his side retaining the Heineken Cup.
Oct 10, 18:23
Luke Fitzgerald
Luke Fitzgerald signs new Leinster deal
Leinster's Luke Fitzgerald ends speculation over his future with the club by signing a 12-month contract extension.
Jul 11, 12:08
Brian O'Driscoll
Brian O'Driscoll set to return for Leinster
Brian O'Driscoll is set to return for Leinster after missing all of Ireland's Six Nations campaign.
Mar 21, 08:50
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Joe Schmidt praises "best" opening 40 minutes
Joe Schmidt believes that his Leinster side produced their best 40 minutes of the season in a clinical first-half display against Glasgow Warriors earlier today.
Nov 20, 20:30
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Who will be the next manager of England?
Following Martin Johnson's decision to resign from his position as England coach, Sports Mole reveals five of the current leading contenders to take the job.
Nov 16, 13:11