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Iain Henderson: returned to the Ireland squad as a replacement against England following his recuperation from a hip injury. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Reduced 17-man Ireland squad prepare in Belfast for Wales encounter

International
Gavin Cummiskey
March 5, 2015, 01:00

Luke Marshall and Roger Wilson cited after Ulster’s defeat of Scarlets on Friday

Newbride’s Jake Howlett is tackled by Tim Foley of Cistercian College Roscrea during the Leinster Schools Senior Cup semi-final at Donnybrook. Photograph: Cathal Noonan/Inpho

Roscrea and Newbridge must do it all again after Donnybrook stalemate

Rugby
Gavin Cummiskey
March 4, 2015, 20:15

Keith Kavanagh’s second-half try squares things up in senior semi-final

Rockwell’s Lee Molloy is tackled by Glenstal’s George O’Hara during the Munster Schools Senior Cup semi-final at Thomond Park. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Second-half tries earn Rockwell a place in Munster Schools Senior final

Rugby
March 4, 2015, 19:10

Lee Molloy and Bryan McLoughlin touch down for Tipperary school

Sam Warburton the captain of Wales accepts the applause from the French players as he hobbles off after his side’s 20-13 victory - he expects to play against Ireland. Photograph: Michael Steele/Getty Images

Sam Warburton expects to face Irish thanks to ‘Game Ready’ icing device

International
March 4, 2015, 18:59

Wales captain: ‘Ireland the most difficult side to play against’

Conor Murray: “You do have a game plan and, under any coach, there’s a game plan that you try and follow it as best you can.” Photograph: Inpho

Ireland not expected to play in robotic style, says Conor Murray

International
Johnny Watterson
March 4, 2015, 01:00

Game plan and orders critical but team not machine-like, says scrumhalf

Donnacha Ryan could return after 12 months out in Munster’s clash with Ospreys. Photograph: Donall Farmer/INPHO

Anthony Foley says provinces are under no extra pressure in Wales

Pro12
John Fallon
March 4, 2015, 01:00

Munster coach believes Six Nations showdown has no impact on Pro 12 matches

Jack Clarke of Belvedere College celebrates at the end of the game. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho.

Leinster Schools Senior Cup: Belvedere complete rollercoaster ride to final

Rugby
Gavin Cummiskey
March 3, 2015, 22:10

Brave Clongowes comeback falls just short in an enthralling semi-final

France’s Pascal Pape is shown a yellow card during their Six Nations rugby union match against Ireland at the Aviva stadium in Dublin last month. Photograph: Cathal McNaughton/Inpho

French lock Pascal Pape loses appeal against 10-week ban

International
March 3, 2015, 18:53

Experienced forward cracked vertebrae in Jamie Heaslip’s back with his knee

Andrew Trimble has signed a two year contract extension with Ulster. Photograph: Darren Kidd/Inpho

Andrew Trimble signs two year Ulster contract extension

Pro12
Eamon Donoghue
March 3, 2015, 17:06

Luke Marshall, Roger Wilson and Ben Te’o facing disciplinary charges

Ireland’s Robbie Hensaw: the try scorer and man of the match in Sunday’s Six Nations match with England will see out his contract with Connacht. Photograph: Brian Lawless/PA Wire

Robbie Henshaw at Connacht till 2016 despite growing interest

International
Gavin Cummiskey
March 3, 2015, 01:00

Leinster, Munster and several European clubs expected to want to sign Ireland centre

Morgan Parra of France cuts a dejected figure after the defeat to Wales at the Stade France at the weekend. Photograph Michael Steele/Getty Images

Saint-André under fire as Parra and Fofana ruled out

International
March 3, 2015, 01:00

Injuries come on the back of a wave of criticism from media, ex-players and coaches

Paul O’Connell takes a lineout during Ireland’s win over England. The match clock appeared to stop accidentally after Ireland’s try. Photograph: Paul Ellis/AFP/Getty Images

Six Nations: Timekeeping controversy in Ireland’s match with England

International
Gerry Thornley
March 3, 2015, 17:35

More than two extra minutes may have been played by the TMO at the Aviva Stadium

Ireland’s women’s rugby team: Indications from within World Rugby appear to make Ireland favourites to host the 2017 World Cup ahead of England and South Africa. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Ireland now looks favourite to host 2017 Women’s World Cup

International
Gavin Cummiskey
March 2, 2015, 22:21

IRFU proposes that pool matches be played in UCD with knockout stages in Belfast

Isa Nacewa may be returning to Leinster next season with talk of his signing a year-long contract in a player/coach role. Photograph: Dan Sheridan /Inpho

Return of Isa Nacewa still a possibility for Leinster

Pro12
John O'Sullivan
March 2, 2015, 20:30

Leo Cullen says squad needs to be bolstered, especially with players going to World Cup

Wales say Sam Warbuton will return to training this week despite concerns over a knee injury. Photograph: Michael Steele/Getty Images

Wales say duo Sam Warbuton and Dan Biggar will be fit to face Ireland

International
March 2, 2015, 19:42

Alex Cuthbert and Justin Tipuric among 12 players released back to the regions

Ulster’s Paddy Jackson will return to training on Tuesday. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Paddy Jackson returns to training and will be back before April

Pro12
Eamon Donoghue
March 2, 2015, 19:12

Robbie Diack will be available for the Guinness PRO12 match against Dragons

Leinster say Zane Kirchner contract talks are at an advanced stage. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Leinster contract extension for Zane Kirchner imminent

Pro12
John O'Sullivan
March 2, 2015, 16:03

Isa Nacewa return in player/coach capacity is ‘miles off’ say province

Johnny Sexton and Rory Best watch the closing stages of Sunday’s win over England from the bench. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Johnny Sexton injury said to be ‘minor’

International
March 2, 2015, 15:50

Unclear if Ireland outhalf will be made available for Racing Metro this weekend

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Six Nations: Ireland 19 England 9

England's Billy Twelvetrees is tackled by Ireland's Tommy O'Donnel. Photograph: Cathal McNaughton/Reuters

6 Nations 2015: Ireland 19 England 9

Ireland outhalf Jonathan Sexton tackles France centre Mathieu Bastareaud during the Six Nations match at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photograph: Franck Fife/AFP/Getty Images

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<b>Wales 16-21 England:</b>The light show at the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff ahead of the opening game of the 2015 Six Nations. <br>
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Six Nations 2015

Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	PD	Pts
Ireland	3	3	0	0	63	23	+40	6
England	3	2	0	1	77	52	+25	4
Wales	3	2	0	1	62	57	+5	4
France	3	1	0	2	39	46	-7	2
Italy	3	1	0	2	42	92	-50	2
Scotland	3	0	0	3	50	63	-13	0

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Pro12

Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	BP	Pts
Munster	16	11	1	4	390	249	7	53
Glasgow	16	12	0	4	371	260	4	52
Ulster	16	11	1	4	380	244	6	52
Leinster	16	9	2	5	358	244	9	49
Ospreys	16	10	1	5	358	258	5	47
Connacht	16	9	1	6	317	267	4	42
Scarlets	16	6	3	7	324	294	6	36
Edinburgh	15	7	1	7	261	286	3	33
Dragons	15	4	0	11	237	316	6	22
Cardiff	15	4	1	10	299	389	4	22
Treviso	16	3	1	12	236	490	4	18
Zebre	15	2	0	13	175	409	2	10

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