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

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 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

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

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

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