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The Latest Breaking News from Irish Rugby

Andy Farrell excited about Ireland potential after signing new deal to 2031

The Englishman has overseen two Six Nations triumphs including one Grand Slam and four Triple Crowns in five years.

The Independent UK

Tom Farrell hailed for ‘resilience’ as Munster centre prepares for Ireland bow

The 32-year-old centre has been selected as part of eight changes to Ireland’s starting XV.

The Independent UK

Dan Sheehan excited to continue Ireland rivalry with New Zealand in Chicago

Ireland famously recorded a first victory over the All Blacks – winning 40-29 – when the sides previously clashed at Soldier Field in 2016.

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Caelan Doris in ‘great nick’ to return from the bench for Ireland – Andy Farrell

Leinster back-rower Doris is poised to return to action from the bench at Soldier Field.

The Independent UK

Dan Sheehan confident in Ireland’s emerging talent after retirement of key trio

Cian Healy, Peter O’Mahony and Conor Murray retired after the final Six Nations match in Rome.

The Independent UK

Caelan Doris says Ireland sloppiness was due to forcing issue in title pursuit

England’s resounding 68-14 victory against Wales ended Ireland’s pursuit of a third consecutive championship crown.

The Independent UK

Ireland skipper Caelan Doris fit to face Six Nations title rivals France

Doris will win a 50th Test cap.

The Independent UK

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Mack Hansen and Joe McCarthy sign new contracts with Irish Rugby Football Union

The pair are preparing for Saturday’s pivotal Six Nations showdown with title rivals France.

The Independent UK

Cian Healy, Conor Murray and Peter O’Mahony to retire from Ireland duty

Ireland face France and Italy in the final two rounds of the 2025 Guinness Six Nations.

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Cian Healy, Peter O’Mahony and Conor Murray to retire from Ireland duty

Ireland face France and Italy in the final two rounds of the 2025 Guinness Six Nations.

The Independent UK

Ireland match-winner Sam Prendergast ‘the perfect man’ for Cardiff situation

The Ireland fly-half saw his team to victory in gripping Cardiff clash.

The Independent UK

Dan Sheehan insists Ireland need to stick to basics against Wales

Ireland will clinch the Triple Crown if they beat Wales in Cardiff..

The Independent UK

Ireland lock down Tadhg Beirne and Garry Ringrose to new contracts

Beirne’s two-year deal runs until the 2027 Rugby World Cup while Ringrose’s new terms run until the end of the 2027-28 season.

The Independent UK

Ireland forward Tadhg Beirne signs two-year contract extension with the IRFU

Beirne has 58 international caps after helping his country begin their Guinness Six Nations title defence with victories over England and Scotland.

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Mack Hansen ruled out of Ireland’s clash with Scotland due to hamstring issue

The Connacht wing is replaced by Munster’s Calvin Nash.

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He’s left no stone unturned – Jack Conan hails Dan Sheehan after injury return

Replacement hooker Sheehan claimed Ireland’s crucial fourth try against England.

The Independent UK

Ireland captain Caelan Doris ready for ‘ultimate test’ against England

Underdogs England – World Cup semi-finalists in 2023 – lost seven of 12 Tests in 2024.

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Ireland aim for Six Nations history under stand-in boss Simon Easterby

Ireland are bidding to become the first country to claim three consecutive Six Nations titles.

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Caelan Doris says Ireland must keep improving to retain Six Nations title

Ireland begin their championship title defence at home to England on Saturday, February 1.

The Independent UK

Bundee Aki and James Ryan commit to Ireland by signing new deals

Aki has signed a one-year deal while Ryan has agreed a three-year extension.

The Independent UK

Cian Healy has no plans to stop after making Ireland history

The 37-year-old made his Test debut against Australia in 2009.

The Independent UK

Joe McCarthy sets sights on a place in Andy Farrell’s Lions tour squad

The 23-year-old Ireland lock has impressed during his international rugby breakthrough year.

The Independent UK

Caelan Doris confident he will ‘continue to grow’ as Ireland captain

The 26-year-old claimed the second of Ireland’s three tries in a narrow win over Australia.

The Independent UK

Ireland produce late comeback to end autumn campaign with win over Australia

Gus McCarthy’s try helped the hosts narrowly come out on top against former head coach Joe Schmidt.

The Independent UK

Ireland captain Caelan Doris credits Cian Healy’s longevity to cold showers

Veteran prop Healy is poised to move ahead of Brian O’Driscoll as Ireland’s most-capped player.

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