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.
Oct 13, 16:13
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.
Feb 20, 22:10
Johnny Sexton looking to follow Alun Wyn Jones captaincy example
Ireland host Grand Slam champions Wales on Saturday.
Feb 7, 08:49
Wayne Pivac off to winning start as Wales boss
Wales scored six tries in an entertaining contest.
Nov 30, 18:11
Justin Tipuric named as Wales captain for Wayne Pivac's first match
Warren Gatland is head coach of the Barbarians.
Nov 28, 11:45
Eddie Jones refusing to discuss England future
The head coach has a contract with the RFU until 2021.
Nov 13, 19:10
What next for Ireland after another World Cup quarter-final exit?
Joe Schmidt's side were beaten by New Zealand.
Oct 20, 12:51
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.
Oct 20, 11:08
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.
Oct 12, 14:26
Simon Easterby backs Ireland forwards to respond to Japan defeat
Ireland's front-line stars are expected to be restored for the Samoa clash.
Oct 8, 11:03
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.
Oct 5, 06:40
Rory Best admits Ireland confidence knocked by Japan loss
Joe Schmidt's men are currently the highest-ranked side in rugby.
Oct 4, 08:37
Ireland to remain patient with Jordi Murphy over rib injury
Victory over Samoa will see Ireland into the quarter-finals.
Oct 4, 08:33
Johnny Sexton excited for "massive honour" of Ireland captaincy
The fly-half will take the armband as Ireland rest captain Rory Best.
Oct 1, 12:39
Ireland's CJ Stander declares himself fit for Russia clash
The Irish side suffered a shock defeat to Japan on the weekend.
Sep 30, 08:48
Andrew Conway: 'Ireland refused to panic after England mauling'
Munster wing hails Ireland for sticking to their guns.
Sep 23, 06:14
Brian O'Driscoll: 'Rory Best has been underestimated'
Ireland's most-capped player has thrown his weight behind skipper Rory Best.
Sep 21, 10:41
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.
Sep 20, 11:58
Schmidt praises Larmour and Conway's 'contagious' enthusiasm
The duo are tipped to breathe new life through the Ireland ranks.
Sep 20, 10:09
Rory Best: 'Losing to England was a kick in the teeth'
Ireland were beaten 57-15 by England.
Sep 14, 12:34
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.
Sep 11, 05:36
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
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.
Sep 6, 13:40
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
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 captain Rory Best announces plans to retire after World Cup
The 36-year-old Ulster hooker has been capped 116 times by his country.
Apr 18, 10:44
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.
Mar 16, 04:30
Ireland fly-half Sexton aiming to halt Wales' winning run
The star playmaker is confident Ireland can topple Wales in Cardiff.
Mar 12, 16:05
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.
Mar 10, 17:08
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.
Mar 9, 13:32
Rory Best: Ireland took big step forward with win over Scotland
The Ireland captain was relieved in victory, but still demanding improvements.
Feb 10, 10:26
Ireland skipper Rory Best laments loss of Devin Toner
The lock is out of the remainder of the tournament.
Feb 8, 15:53
Schmidt keeping Ireland grounded, insists Rory Best
Ireland are the Six Nations favourites after a stunning 2018.
Feb 1, 14:19
Ireland skipper Best backs Sexton to keep dominating world rugby
Fly-half Johnny Sexton was named World Rugby player of the year in November.
Jan 10, 15:58
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.
Dec 17, 12:38
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.
Nov 26, 22:01
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.
Nov 16, 16:33
