Cian Ducrot set to perform Irish and French national anthems at Six Nations clash
Les Bleus take on The Boys In Green in Dublin on Saturday. Grammy Award-winning singer Cian Ducrot will sing both Ireland and France’s national anthems ahead of Saturday’s Six Nations tie at the Aviva. The IRFU announced the news today with a post on social media captioned: “We’re excited to have Grammy Award-winning artist Cian […]
1 year ago
Former Ireland rugby star retires on medical advice
The 33-year-old has taken the decision to “prioritise his mental wellbeing”. Ex-Ireland and Ulster prop Marty Moore has announced his retirement from professional rugby after receiving medical advice to do so. The 33-year-old earned 10 international caps during Joe Schmidt’s tenure as coach of Ireland, and was a member of the Six Nations winning sides […]
1 year ago
Leinster announce RG Snyman signing as astronomical salary details reported
“I want to stay on in Ireland if possible.” RG Snyman will switch provinces, from Munster to Leinster, starting in the 2024/25 season. The double World Cup-winning Springbok forward has been with Munster since 2020 but two knee injuries and a shoulder issue have restricted him to just 10 matches [268 minutes] since then. He […]
2 years ago
“It would be mad to say no to him” – Johnny Sexton linked with swift Ireland return
“I don’t think ROG would like that, kind of second-hand, but it might be a way to get back in with Ireland.” Ronan O’Gara and Johnny Sexton dicing for another prime position in Irish rugby? We’ve been here before. Back in 2017, Ronan O’Gara was invited to join Joe Schmidt during an end-of-season tour to […]
2 years ago
IRFU confirm one player from each province can be selected for Olympics Sevens squad
Things just got interesting… IRFU Performance Director David Nucifora has confirmed that a player from each of the provinces can be selected for Sevens duty, next year, with an eye on the 2024 Olympics. The summer games will take in Paris, next year, and Sevens rugby is on the roster of events. Ireland have qualified […]
2 years ago
Andy Farrell signs on until after 2027 World Cup, but will need a new attach coach
Smart piece of business from the IRFU. Andy Farrell has signed a contract extension with the IRFU and will remain on as Ireland head coach until the conclusion of the 2027 World Cup. The union made the announcement this afternoon (December 14) while Performance Director, David Nucifora has confirmed that attack coach Mike Catt will […]
2 years ago