‘You’ve got to get out of your pool. We did the hard work and we’re into a quarter-final’

Joey Carbery’s late penalty secures tense win as Munster qualify for record 18th quarter-final

Henderson’s return a timely fillip as they try to seal the deal against Murphy’s Leicester

O’Mahony’s return the ideal boost as Exeter attempt to storm the Limerick citadel

The 24-year-old made the move to Munster with big games like today's against Exeter in mind

All four Irish provinces could qualify for European quarter-finals for a first time

Secondrow says partnership with Tadhg Beirne is flourishing ahead of showdown

Schmidt embraces green energy with Jack Carty, Tom Farrell and Caolin Blade selected

‘We’re under no illusions as to what waits for us on Saturday,’ admits Munster centre

Connacht scrumhalf looks like he will be included when Joe Schmidt names his 38

Injured captain’s chances of playing in Saturday’s Pool 2 showdown ‘50-50 at best’

Provinces place far greater trust in youngsters to help them punch above their weight

Munster head coach knows they will need the Thomond Park energy in Exeter showdown

Full extent of rib cartilage injury will only become clearer after the results of a scan

Toulouse succumb to home side’s remorseless carrying and recycling

Four Irish provinces on top of their European pools, although all still need one more win to make sure of qualification

Leinster will top Pool 1 in Champions Cup with a win over Wasps next weekend

Former stalwarts like ex-Bandon RFC coach Sonnes helping club reclaim its old identity

Dan McFarland recalls 13 players following last week's Pro14 loss to Leinster

Munster skipper replaced early in second half of emphatic Champions Cup win at Gloucester

Outhalf scores 26 points as Johann van Graan’s side make a huge statement

Continental drama kings must do things the hard way again as they travel to Kingsholm

Former flanker says X factor players can emulate Cup-winning class of ’06 and ’08

A slow burner could be about to catch fire heading into the final two rounds of pool fixtures

Vital month coming up for all four provinces before England come calling at the Aviva

Van Graan’s men feeling better about themselves after ticking boxes against Connacht

Munster’s response to tries conceded at the start of each half proved key to success

Munster have used interpros effectively, and win over Connacht sets them up for Europe

Johann van Graan’s side move top of Conference A after clash to remember out west

Backs coach finds job ‘relentless’ but is happy to be playing key role in shaping province

Rarely has a clash between these two provinces carried such major significance

Van Graan expects another ‘big battle’ as Munster visit in-form Connacht

‘We’ve shown we can beat a full-strength Leinster with a full-strength Munster’

Visitors' ill-discipline proves the crucial factor as eager Munster record a much-needed victory

Van Graan asks for consistency after game in which visitors see Healy and Furlong binned

James Lowe is sent off as Johann van Graan’s side go unbeaten at Thomond in 2018

The advent of professionalism raised the old interprovincial rivalry to a new level

Win over New Zealand was even more memorable than the one in Chicago

Leinster ultimately rewarded for their stubborn refusal to throw in the towel

Leinster braced for trip to Munster while stung Connacht target an Ulster ‘double’

Connacht had their 29-12 lead evaporate in dramatic final dozen minutes at the RDS

Province miss out on opening up big gap at top of Pool 2 after failing to finish off Castres

Ulster secondrow set for 10 weeks out with torn ligament

Leo Cullen’s side display their dominance as recalled players make an impact

Munster’s loss to Castres is in stark contrast to wins by Leinster, Ulster and Connacht

Veteran hooker backs up his influential role off the bench in win over Cardiff

‘I thought the guys were very clinical in terms of taking some of the opportunities’

Leo Cullen’s side keep up chase of Toulouse in Pool 1

Profitable games at headquarters making a significant contribution to province’s finances

English visitors remain full of intent after last week’s narrow defeat at the Rec

Champions Cup quarter-final place now a real prospect for Dan McFarland’s side

Province can take a massive step towards securing a place in the knockout stages

Two-year extension will likely see outhalf finish his glittering career at Leinster

For the first time ever the two provinces will kick off simultaneously this weekend

Ulster have demonstrated there is quality in their ranks and a palpable spirit

‘Hanrahan is a big game player and it’s been great to have him back,’ says O’Mahony

Concerns for Leinster as Johnny Sexton suffers injury in victory over Bath on Saturday

Province take control of Pool Two after a victory to forget against Top14 champions

Superb form for Scarlets sealed a move to Munster and a coveted chance to play for Ireland

Friend’s squad in confident mood following the successive victories in South Africa

The historic rivalry between these two sides in Europe has dissipated in recent years

Munster’s season largely dependent on result against French champions

Leinster and Munster best placed of the Irish provinces heading into pivotal rounds

Johann Van Graan highlights specific threats posed by current French champions

Keith Earls admits he dreams of achieving the same successes every day

Renewed contracts come ahead of Champions Cup meetings with old foes Castres

Increasing signs that losing opening two Champions Cup matches need not be fatal

Schmidt now set to prepare for defence of the Six Nations – then comes the hurdle of World Cup

Kiwi to take indefinite break from game after World Cup as Farrell named as his successor

Andrew Conway underlines his try-scoring quality with a hat-trick

Addition of Lancaster to coaching ticket also on the cards as IRFU look for seamless transition

Eagles land with a bang as Joe Schmidt’s fringe run up a half-century of points

The Ireland outhalf would be a worthy winner but faces competition from the likes of Beauden Barrett

‘He’s keeping everyone in the right frame of mind and everyone on their toes’

Opportunity knocks for Addison, Conway and Cooney in Ireland’s final Test

Johnny Sexton is up for the main Player of the Year award but what other gongs could Irish rugby collect on Sunday?

Ireland coach expected to confirm his decision within the next few days

Bealham, Cooney and Carbery among 14 changes made to side that beat All Blacks

Johnny Sexton facing competition from Beauden Barrett, Faf de Klerk, Rieko Ioane and Malcolm Marx for Sunday's player of the year (...)

‘I’ve beaten myself up enough over this decision. I’m probably going to be the most pleased of anyone when it’s finally made’

Outhalf honoured for his pivotal role in a memorable season for Leinster and Ireland

Ireland outhalf has had an outstanding year, capped by Saturday’s win over the All Blacks

Joe Schmidt looks like he will make a full 15 changes for the final November Test match

Plenty of fringe players are expected to be given game-time in what is the final Test

Joe Schmidt's side have already gone where the previous Golden Generation could not

Ireland’s win over the All Blacks will give the squad a healthy internal rivalry boost

Details of injury weren’t initially released as a host of Ireland players return to provinces

‘It’s a bit special at home and it was special because of what happened in 2013’

Massive defensive effort proves key as first home win over the All Blacks is finally secured

Joe Schmidt's Ireland secure a first ever win on home soil in 113 years of the fixture

With Barrett and McKenzie in their ranks, the All Blacks still look the more potent outfit

‘He can score tries, he tackles, he poaches, he’s stealing lineouts, he’s winning lineouts’

‘The All Blacks can put the most points on you in the shortest space of time’

English referee has presided over 10 Irish defeats and just five wins - do numbers tell a story?

‘I mightn’t be the flashiest scrummager, but I feel like I can do a job there,’ he says

Gerry Thornley’s team prediction: Joe Schmidt looks like reverting to tried and trusted

Defence coach Farrell insists ‘we want to play them as much as we possibly can’

Pair missed Saturday’s win over Argentina but are available for clash with All Blacks

Our writers pick the Irish sides they want to see take on the mighty All Blacks

Meeting with All Blacks could influence next year but it can also stand on its own two feet