The Latest Breaking News from Leinster

Rugby World Cups aren’t adding up for major unions and there is no easy fix

South Africa no longer see hosting as viable and World Rugby is under pressure to deliver for its members

The Guardian - UK · Apr 15, 2025

Northampton’s growing list of Lions contenders sparkle in Castres thrashing

Northampton 51-16 Castres: The Saints set up a Champions Cup semi-final date with Leinster that could prove crucial to Andy Farrell’s final selection

The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2025

Northampton set up Leinster rematch after Henry Pollock batters Castres

The Champions Cup quarter-final finished Northampton 51-16 Castres after Henry Pollock dazzled with two tries in the second half

The Guardian - UK · Apr 12, 2025

The Saracens decision that shows how the Champions Cup has lost its lustre

None of the club’s England stars will travel to Toulon this weekend, placing player workloads and a flawed competition back in the spotlight

The Independent UK · Apr 4, 2025

Marcus Smith’s duel with Sam Prendergast could define Lions hopes

When the two fly-halves meet at Croke Park, the result could weigh heavily on Andy Farrell’s selection

The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2025

Who are the British and Irish Lions assistant coaches and why have they been appointed?

Andy Farrell’s staff for the tour of Australia has been revealed

The Independent UK · Mar 26, 2025

Robot rugby may be a way off but art of coaching is making way for science

As data reshapes coaching and tactics at club and international level, the numbers are increasingly king

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2025

Heading to Dublin for St Patrick's Day? The best places to eat, drink and stay

Grab a pint at Toner’s, enjoy St Patrick’s Day events at the Storehouse and sing along to Irish folk at O’Donoghues. Maddy Mussen has your guide to spending time in Ireland’s largest city

Evening Standard · Mar 13, 2025

‘Really smart rugby brain’ – Jamie Osborne backed to shine in unfamiliar role

Osborne will line up on the right wing for Ireland against title rivals France.

The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2025

Ireland’s Caelan Doris shows ‘positive strides’ in his race for fitness

The Leinster back-rower missed his country’s win away to Wales because of a knee issue.

The Independent UK · Mar 3, 2025