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

Huge family support for centre on Australia tour – but getting tickets for them all will be tough

Dan McFarland looks a good fit for Ulster but the rebuilding job is a daunting proposition

Negotiations between the two parties expected to be finalised soon as New Zealander departs

Ex-Connacht coach is building a formidable side who are on way to returning to top flight

Dillane, Healy and Adeleokun in contention as Lam seeks response to heavy Munster defeat

Welsh side gain bonus-point win in Galway and will travel to play Leinster or Munster

Pat Lam excited about possibility of extending winning streak by taking a first win at Warriors

Conor McPhillips will take up a role as assistant coach at English Premiership side

‘He’s coming here to continue to drive the plan and he will fit in nicely’

Expect something new from Ireland and Joe Schmidt, something to ignite Ireland’s Six Nations

‘We’re very aware of where we are in this competition and what we need to do’

Connacht coach frustrated after side fail to make European quarter-finals

Captain’s decision to sign up for another year an ideal boost before Toulouse assignment

Les Kiss has a shortage of players available at scrumhalf, outhalf and in the frontrow

No sign of an improvement in current injury crisis for coach Pat Lam

Pro12 leaders enter crucial period of season with three Champions Cup matches in row

IRFU high performance director has had his doubters but ends year very much in credit

New Zealand-born hooker accepts playing for Ireland could become a future reality

Connacht outhalf has been at brunt of criticsm for missed kicks but he held his nerve