Joe Schmidt set for job with New Zealand as All Blacks legend steps away
The former Leinster and Ireland coach is back in New Zealand and already making his presence felt. Joe Schmidt is set to join the All Blacks as one of their selectors, replacing rugby legend Grant Fox in the role. The former Ireland head coach, who led them to three Six Nations titles, including a 2018 […]
4 years ago
Ireland call-up for Adam Byrne as Will Addison ruled out of Italy match
A 34-man squad was named but that will be paired down to 23 for the weekend trip to Rome Ireland’s squad for their Guinness Six Nations game with Italy has confirmed that Will Addison, Garry Ringrose and Rhys Ruddock will not be involved, but there is some good news for Joe Schmidt’s side. Chris Farrell has […]
7 years ago
England dominate Ireland in Dublin to lay down Six Nations marker
England came into the game as underdogs, but emerged as genuine contenders for the Six Nations title On a day when all eyes were on the reigning champions, Eddie Jones’ England side blew away the tournament favourites in their own backyard; Ireland’s first defeat at home since losing to New Zealand in 2016. Not a […]
7 years ago
Eddie Jones had a few interesting words for Joe Schmidt at the Six Nations launch
Let the games begin The Hurlingham Club in London is hosting the 2019 Guinness Six Nations launch on Wednesday and we will soon be inundated with quotes, predictions, platitudes and fitness updates in the coming hours. The days are often heavy going for the head coaches and captains of the six countries involved. They have […]
7 years ago
Joe Schmidt to leave Ireland role next year, will be replaced by Andy Farrell
Confirmation arrived from the IRFU this morning Ireland have confirmed that Joe Schmidt will leave his post as head coach after next year’s World Cup. Schmidt will be replaced by current defence coach, Andy Farrell, after Ireland’s involvement in Japan 2019 comes to an end. Farrell has been with the Irish team since 2016 and […]
7 years ago
Johnny Sexton wins World Rugby Player of the Year award in Monaco
A fitting reward, and award, for a remarkable 2018 Johnny Sexton has had some fine calendar years, but this year tops the lot. In 2018, Sexton has: Kicked 99 points, including that 42-metre drop goal against France that put Ireland on course for the Grand Slam Won all nine Test matches he has started Won the Six […]
7 years ago