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Cian Tracey: Wild speculation will continue until Leinster publicly address player pay The Irish Independent02:34
Leinster strongly deny reports regarding their playing budget The Irish Independent02:34
Jackman: I've 'lost confidence' in Leinster resilience RTE16:55
Stuart Lancaster offers serious hope for a return to Irish rugby Sports JOE15:40
Rieko Ioane embraces the hate as All Blacks star breaks silence on controversial Leinster move Planet Rugby10:46
Eben Etzebeth tussle was 'bit of fun' but Edinburgh need that attitude on Friday The Scotsman22:09
The results Cardiff and Scarlets need on URC final day to pull off unlikely Welsh success Wales Online11:03

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In the last 5 minutes

'Yellow card didn't help' - but Adam Hastings looks forward to Glasgow Warriors' Dublin return The Scotsman07:09

In the last hour

Win or go home attitude for crucial Munster clash RTE06:43

Adam Hastings out to right Dublin wrongs as Glasgow Warriors fight to regain form Scotland Rugby News06:18

In the last 2 hours

Ulster and Connacht players have opportunity to show they can deliver The Irish Times06:03

‘Getting the top two inches ready’ - How important is sports psychology to breaking a losing habit? The Irish Times06:02

In the last 6 hours

Cian Tracey: Wild speculation will continue until Leinster publicly address player pay The Irish Independent02:34

‘I didn’t think I’d play as much as I have’ – Signing of the season Tom Farrell exceeding his… The Irish Independent02:34

Leinster strongly deny reports regarding their playing budget The Irish Independent02:34

Earlier today

Tom Farrell: 'At Connacht, on the outside looking in at Munster, I was a bit envious of the big days' Irish Examiner01:03

Munster have won two of their last five Urc games - they need to get this right Irish Mirror00:04

In the last 8 hours

Play-off place would be reward for Edinburgh Rugby progress, says Sam Skinner Scotland Rugby News23:37 14-May-25

WRU seek expressions of interest from potential investors Cardiff Rugby - Official Site23:30 14-May-25

Yesterday

Ulster 'devastated' to miss URC play-offs - Doak BBC22:55 14-May-25

Ulster ace on why there’s plenty of competition after John Cooney’s exit as he aims to make the … Belfast Telegraph22:39 14-May-25

Motivated Nathan Doak aware every Ulster game 'so special' as Urc campaign ends in Edinburgh News Letter22:35 14-May-25

Eben Etzebeth tussle was 'bit of fun' but Edinburgh need that attitude on Friday The Scotsman22:09 14-May-25

Former Ulster and Ireland out-half Ian Madigan backs Richie Murphy’s Ulster vision despite ‘disappointing season’ The Irish News21:08 14-May-25

Nathan Doak says Ulster players feeling hurt after missing play-offs The Irish News21:08 14-May-25

Cancelliere's departure would be "big loss" Glasgow Warriors20:21 14-May-25

Wales star moved to another level after personal 'wake-up call' from Gatland Wales Online19:38 14-May-25

Edinburgh confirm star-studded list of 12 leavers, including Lions Test starter and Los Pumas… Planet Rugby18:44 14-May-25

‘Leinster should win the Urc but I’ve lost all confidence’ – Bernard Jackman’s brutal… Planet Rugby18:44 14-May-25

Leinster’s Rory McGuire makes move north as Ulster ‘delighted’ to confirm addition of two props … The Irish Independent18:27 14-May-25

Crean and McGuire set to join Ulster Rugby The Irish News18:06 14-May-25

Marr High School win SP Energy Networks Championship 2024/25 Glasgow Warriors - Official Site18:00 14-May-25

'He Knows Who He Is': Hansen Points Finger At Leak For Fake Injury Report Balls.ie17:27 14-May-25

Stormers is a must-win game, says Sherratt Cardiff Rugby - Official Site17:24 14-May-25

2024/25 leavers announced Edinburgh Rugby - Official Site17:21 14-May-25

Ulster Add Props Crean And McGuire To Squad Irish Rugby - Official Site17:16 14-May-25

Edinburgh braced to lose 8 internationals in 12-strong exit list RugbyPass17:12 14-May-25

Sam Crean to join Ulster Saracens - Official Site17:02 14-May-25

Jackman: I've 'lost confidence' in Leinster resilience RTE16:55 14-May-25

Edinburgh Rugby bid farewell to 12 including Emiliano Boffelli and seven other full… The Scotsman16:34 14-May-25

Wales legend denied a final Urc appearance before his retirement Planet Rugby16:32 14-May-25

Edinburgh Rugby centurion Mark Bennett among a dozen players to depart club Scotland Rugby News16:20 14-May-25

Leinster demolish Zebre in Urc Irish Echo16:15 14-May-25

Ulster confirm signing of props Sam Crean and Rory McGuire The4216:12 14-May-25

Off-field issues 'not a distraction' for Scarlets boss Peel BBC16:10 14-May-25

Ulster sign props Crean and McGuire BBC15:59 14-May-25

Ulster add to prop depth by bringing in familiar faces ahead of new season Belfast Telegraph15:52 14-May-25

Ulster sign fronts rows McGuire and Crean RTE15:44 14-May-25

Glasgow Warriors URC Quarter-Final to take place on Friday 30 May Scottish Rugby - Official Site15:43 14-May-25

Stuart Lancaster offers serious hope for a return to Irish rugby Sports JOE15:40 14-May-25

Retiring Lydiate to miss Dragons finale BBC15:39 14-May-25

Ulster bolster front-row reserves with two prop signings RugbyPass15:31 14-May-25

Edinburgh Rugby confirm new signing as 'quality operator' makes move Scotland Rugby News15:29 14-May-25

Will this young Ulster generation actually be good enough to compete? The4214:51 14-May-25

Lydiate ruled out of Bulls final clash Dragons - Official Site13:49 14-May-25

Injury denies Wales and Lions legend Lydiate denied one last game with Dragons South Wales Argus13:46 14-May-25

Ex-England prospect heads to ‘proper rugby city’ after Connacht exit Planet Rugby12:58 14-May-25

Munster's season on the line ahead of URC final round RTE12:51 14-May-25

All You Need To Know | Munster v Benetton Munster Rugby - Official Site12:45 14-May-25

Connacht's Piers O'Conor to join Edinburgh on two-year deal The4212:19 14-May-25

Casey Hails Murray's Influence Ahead Of Cork Send-Off Irish Rugby - Official Site11:59 14-May-25

Henry Pollock rubbishes ‘conspiracy theory’ about ‘pulse check’ celebration against Leinster Planet Rugby11:58 14-May-25

Munster Rugby star Craig Casey relishing crunch Benetton challenge Limerick Leader11:37 14-May-25

Edinburgh sign Piers O’Conor on two-year deal from Connacht The Irish Times11:08 14-May-25

The results Cardiff and Scarlets need on Urc final day to pull off unlikely Welsh success Wales Online11:03 14-May-25

Irish-qualified ex-England U20 centre Piers O'Conor in URC switch RugbyPass10:57 14-May-25

Edinburgh Rugby's new non-Scottish qualified signing is 'quality operator' who can bring out… The Scotsman10:48 14-May-25

Rieko Ioane embraces the hate as All Blacks star breaks silence on controversial Leinster move Planet Rugby10:46 14-May-25

Edinburgh sign ‘quality operator’ O’Conor on two-year deal Edinburgh Rugby - Official Site10:44 14-May-25

Former Scotland centre Matt Scott to retire at the end of the season RugbyPass10:06 14-May-25

Keenan: We Were Delighted When The Pair Of Us Got... Irish Rugby - Official Site09:56 14-May-25

Press Pass | Munster v Benetton Munster Rugby - Official Site09:51 14-May-25

Time to vote for your Supporters’ Player of the Season Scarlets - Official Site09:48 14-May-25

Marnus Maximus Readiness For Battle-Hardened Scarlets Dragon Sports09:27 14-May-25

‘There were a lot of distractions’ – Curious Lions’ journey of Leinster’s James Ryan comes full … The Irish Independent08:56 14-May-25

O’Mahony, an exceptional contribution to Irish rugby Limerick Post08:08 14-May-25

Leinster's James Ryan eager to make up for lost time Irish Examiner07:57 14-May-25

The Dragons' confirmed signings, who's set to sign and what’s on their wishlist South Wales Argus07:50 14-May-25

'The pressure is on' - Craig Casey says Munster have no choice but to seal Champions Cup spot in Cork Irish Examiner07:17 14-May-25

Glasgow Warriors' 'spiritual leader' can help heal mental scars The Scotsman07:04 14-May-25

Home-grown Munster star spells out why the province must be in the Champions Cup next season Irish Mirror06:15 14-May-25

Leinster told to 'soak it up' as the province gears up for vital Urc title charge Irish Mirror06:15 14-May-25

Gordon D’Arcy: Climbing that injury recovery mountain builds resilience and makes you stronger The Irish Times06:02 14-May-25

Champions Cup without Munster is ‘inconceivable’, says Craig Casey ahead of important Benetton showdown The Irish Times06:02 14-May-25

Balance key in homegrown push, says Glasgow Warriors coach as another star nears exit Scotland Rugby News05:54 14-May-25

Shane Byrne reveals unexpected new career as he opens up about life after rugby Irish Mirror05:14 14-May-25

‘There were a lot of distraction’ – Curious Lions’ journey of Leinster’s James Ryan comes full… The Irish Independent02:40 14-May-25

Mick Clifford: The N20 Cork-Limerick road is a 'torturous bastard' we've been accepting for decades Irish Examiner01:08 14-May-25

Craig Casey: 'I’ve become a way better player from working with him' Irish Examiner01:00 14-May-25

Sione Tuipulotu Glasgow Warriors return confirmed and Jack Dempsey update Scotland Rugby News00:02 14-May-25

In the last 7 days

Cancelliere set to return home Glasgow Warriors23:22 13-May-25

'Time to hang up the boots' - Edinburgh Rugby centurion Matt Scott set for retirement Scotland Rugby News23:13 13-May-25

Scotland star among back-row trio to sign new Edinburgh Rugby deals Scotland Rugby News23:13 13-May-25

'Pride is a lot to play for' - Richie Murphy's Ulster rally cry for final league test News Letter22:38 13-May-25

Fan Appreciation Night playlist: Submit your tracks Edinburgh Rugby - Official Site22:32 13-May-25

April Scottish Building Society POTM nominees Edinburgh Rugby - Official Site22:32 13-May-25

Sebastián Cancelliere would be big loss to Glasgow Warriors as Scottish Rugby changes direction The Scotsman22:05 13-May-25

Ulster’s critics aren’t seeing the great work being done, insists boss Richie Murphy Belfast Telegraph20:44 13-May-25

Scotland Rugby World Cup star and English title winner hangs up his boots The Scotsman20:43 13-May-25

Munster will face probably the best Benetton side that has ever set foot on an Irish ground The Irish Times20:28 13-May-25

Inisi: Let's make our fans proud Dragons - Official Site19:29 13-May-25

Ireland Caelan Doris out for 4-6 months after shoulder surgery ESPN.co.uk19:09 13-May-25

'Fans will be fans': Ioane on joining Leinster amid Irish rivalry New Zealand Herald19:06 13-May-25

"It's A Cup Final For Us" Munster Coach Denis Leamy Previews Benetton Clash FloRugby18:53 13-May-25

'We're not where we want to be' - Richie Murphy on difficult first season at Ulster The4218:44 13-May-25

Ulster head coach Richie Murphy optimistic for next season as “tough” United Rugby Championship campaign comes to an end The Irish News18:31 13-May-25

'We can see a plan beyond this year' - Murphy BBC18:23 13-May-25

Andy Goode Says One Leinster Player 'Very Lucky' To Be Included In Lions Squad Balls.ie17:38 13-May-25

Dobie voted McCrea Financial Services Warrior of the Month for April Glasgow Warriors - Official Site17:22 13-May-25

Connacht line up friend-turned-foe in head coach hunt RugbyPass17:19 13-May-25

Cullie Tucker calls on Connacht to ‘finish strong’ despite disappointing season The Irish Times16:43 13-May-25

Who is the Welsh club signing eyeing a Springbok call-up? The South African16:27 13-May-25

Loose Pass: Reasons to fret over ‘Leinsterfication’ of the British and Irish Lions and why the… Planet Rugby16:26 13-May-25

Club centurion Crosbie pens capital extension Edinburgh Rugby - Official Site16:16 13-May-25

Everything To Know About Northampton Saints Rugby FloRugby16:10 13-May-25

Ospreys star in tears over 'beautiful' girlfriend's death as heartbreaking video emerges Wales Online16:07 13-May-25

Scotland flanker Luke Crosbie headlines triple back-row deal at Edinburgh RugbyPass16:06 13-May-25

Ospreys return to farm mired in £4.25m controversy Caerphilly Observer15:30 13-May-25

WRU name price for Cardiff Rugby and set deadline for potential buyers Wales Online15:21 13-May-25

Dodd pens new two-year deal Edinburgh Rugby - Official Site15:15 13-May-25

Charlie Shiel keeps play-off dream alive - now Edinburgh Rugby must finish the job Scotland Rugby News15:06 13-May-25

URC, Round 18 - referee appointments Rugby 36515:05 13-May-25

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