Jake White points to Springboks example after Fiji fall to Ireland
New Flying Fijians coach Jake White has raised some questions the team will need “to sit down and talk about."
Finn Morton
14 Nov 2026, 15:14
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Spooked Ireland fumble their way to win over Fiji as Boks loom large
Andy Farrell’s side endured an uncomfortable opening period before moving clear in the season half.
PA
14 Nov 2026, 14:43
Opinion
Ireland player ratings vs Fiji | Nations Championship 2026
Ireland player ratings: Having passed the Argentinian challenge a week ago with flying colours, Andy Farrell's outfit faced an alt…
Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2026, 14:19
Tadhg Beirne focused on his job as family prepare for emotional day in Dublin
Tadhg Beirne insists Ireland will not rest on their laurels as he prepares to captain his country in Dublin for the first time in …
PA
13 Nov 2026, 6:44
World Rankings: All eyes on Paris as All Blacks hope for French favour
A rare defeat for South Africa against France at the Stade de France on Friday night will open the door for New Zealand to replace…
Jon Newcombe
13 Nov 2026, 3:06
Andy Farrell hails 'phenomenal' story in defence of team selection
Farrell has made seven personnel changes and two positional switches to the starting XV which beat Argentina 42-12 last week.
PA
13 Nov 2026, 1:54
Analysis
How Nations Championship is changing shape of the game - but let’s keep a fair maul contest
The competition has more ball-in-play time, more points and more tries, but the ease of scoring from close-range lineout drives ma…
Nick Bishop
12 Nov 2026, 11:04
Jake White swings axe: Fiji superstar's return 1 of 9 changes for Ireland clash
Fiji have rung the changes ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Ireland, making nine alterations to the side that w…
Ian Cameron
12 Nov 2026, 9:04
Jamison Gibson-Park returns as Ireland start 36-year-old Bundee Aki against Fiji
Andy Farrell has recalled Jamison Gibson-Park and Bundee Aki to his Ireland side for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Fi…
Ian Cameron
12 Nov 2026, 6:15
Stuart McCloskey: 'So he’s sort of the eyes for me... makes me look good'
Stuart McCloskey says he is benefitting from fellow Ireland centre Robbie Henshaw, who “does all the work that makes me look goo…
PA
12 Nov 2026, 1:28
Harlequins tie down in-form ‘game driver’ on new deal
Harlequins have tied down in-form scrum-half Will Porter on a new deal after an impressive start to the season.
Josh Raisey
11 Nov 2026, 7:14
2003 World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson watches history being made
England's 2003 World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson was among a 2,000-strong crowd as Malta celebrated their 100th internation…
Jon Newcombe
10 Nov 2026, 6:56
Bristol coach Jordan Crane makes case for keeping key pathway alive
Bristol Bears defence coach Jordan Crane hopes there will always be a place for a cup competition for Gallagher PREM sides, as he …
Neil Fissler
10 Nov 2026, 5:34
Analysis
Gallagher PREM teams ranked in comparative form table after 5 rounds
Hit hard by injuries, particularly in the back three, and with new recruits still bedding in, Exeter are well off the pace compare…
Jon Newcombe
10 Nov 2026, 3:26
Interview
Ireland comeback kids hit their stride as flanker who’s never been away seizes chance
Ryan Baird and Hugo Keenan both excelled on their return to Ireland duty while Nick Timoney's patience has also paid off.
Pat McCarry
09 Nov 2026, 7:56
Ireland lose another No.8: Sean Jansen ruled out as injury toll adds up
Ireland's back-row resources have suffered another significant blow ahead of this weekend's Nations Championship clash with Fiji a…
Ian Cameron
09 Nov 2026, 3:31
