Ireland Rugby

Ireland is one of the top rugby nations in the world.

  • Wednesday, 23. November, 2011
    O'Sullivan keen on England job

    O'Sullivan keen on England job

    Former Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan wants to replace Martin Johnson as England boss, his agent has disclosed.

  • Friday, 18. November, 2011
    Wallace facing lengthy lay-off

    Wallace facing lengthy lay-off

    Ulster and Ireland centre Paddy Wallace is expected to be sidelined for six to eight weeks following surgery to repair a thumb injury.

  • Tuesday, 8. November, 2011
    Injury setback for Earls

    Injury setback for Earls

    Munster have confirmed that Ireland back Keith Earls will be out of action for up to six weeks with a knee injury.

  • Monday, 7. November, 2011
    O'Driscoll out for six months

    O'Driscoll out for six months

    Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll will undergo shoulder surgery next week and is expected to be ruled out for up to six months.

  • Monday, 7. November, 2011

    O'Driscoll out for six months

    It has been confirmed that Brian O'Driscoll will undergo surgery next week for a trapped nerve in his shoulder, which is expected to rule the Ireland captain out for up to six months.

  • Saturday, 5. November, 2011

    O'Driscoll is not done yet

    Veteran Ireland skipper Brian O'Driscoll has brushed off suggestions that he will retire from international rugby soon as he eyes another chance to make history in New Zealand next year.

  • Monday, 31. October, 2011
    Murphy edging towards retirement

    Murphy edging towards retirement

    Geordan Murphy will make a final decision on his Ireland future before next year's Six Nations, but expects to announce his retirement.

  • Saturday, 29. October, 2011

    Plenty more left in BoD's Test tank

    There may be a clamour for him to join the growing list at the exit door after the World Cup, but Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll is not yet ready to step off the international stage.

  • Tuesday, 25. October, 2011
    Rankings slide for Wales

    Rankings slide for Wales

    Wales have dropped two places in the International Rugby Board's latest world rankings, despite their World Cup heroics.

  • Monday, 10. October, 2011
    England agree to 2015 changes

    England agree to 2015 changes

    England have agreed to play midweek matches when they host the 2015 Rugby World Cup after the leading nations backed proposals over fixtures.

  • Monday, 10. October, 2011
    Ferris backs Wales for glory

    Ferris backs Wales for glory

    Stephen Ferris is convinced Wales can win the Rugby World Cup after their 22-10 victory over Ireland in the quarter-finals.

  • Sunday, 9. October, 2011
    Best bemoans missing chance

    Best bemoans missing chance

    Rory Best admits heartbroken Ireland are tormented by their failed attempt to win a World Cup they will forever view as a missed opportunity.

  • Saturday, 8. October, 2011
    Bowe rues missed opportunity

    Bowe rues missed opportunity

    Tommy Bowe admits Ireland squandered a glorious chance to make history with their 22-10 defeat by Wales.

  • Saturday, 8. October, 2011
    O'Driscoll down after defeat

    O'Driscoll down after defeat

    Brian O'Driscoll spoke of the crushing disappointment of Ireland's World Cup exit, but accepted they had come up short against Wales.

  • Saturday, 8. October, 2011
    Warburton beaming after Wales win

    Warburton beaming after Wales win

    Sam Warburton hailed Wales' progression to the World Cup semi-finals as a "massive achievement" following their 22-10 success over Ireland.