Heaslip picks three Leinster men who improved Lions hopes on Saturday
“We talk about Lions watch.” Nobody, including in replacements, had a bad game for Leinster as they demolished Harlequins 62-0 at Croke Park on Saturday. Everybody ate. Three player in particular, however, reigned supreme, with each of them putting in their best performances of the season for the province. All three also share something in […]
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Stephen Jones backs Ireland star for Lions start despite subpar Six Nations
“He is a Test centre to his bootlaces when running free.” Given his form for Leinster heading into the Six Nations, fans would have expected more from Ireland’s Garry Ringrose during the tournament. However, the outside centre will have been disappointed with his performances. After a first-half red card against Wales cost his side dearly […]
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A clever move from Simon Easterby reportedly saved Garry Ringrose’s Six Nations
Well played from the head coach When Garry Ringrose received a two-game ban after his red card against Wales for a head-contact hit on Ben Thomas, there was criticism from all corners due to what they felt were double standards from World Rugby. This was because France’s Romain Ntamack, who was shown a red card […]
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France seek explanation from World Rugby over controversial Garry Ringrose ban
“We were very surprised when we learned of the decision of SNRL” Garry Ringrose received a red card against Wales last Saturday, for a head-contact tackle on Ben Thomas. A potential six-game ban was halved due to his guilty plea, with another game taken off if he completes World Rugby’s ‘tackle school’. Leinster’s win over […]
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Three winners and losers for Ireland after the first two rounds of the Six Nations
There is fierce competition right now for a place in the Ireland match-day squad After Six Nations wins over England and Scotland, we have taken a look at who we think who has enhanced their reputations and who has fallen behind for Ireland. Winners Sam Prendergast The obvious candidate in the ‘winners’ category. Leinster’s out-half […]
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Jordie Barrett singles out the two Leinster players who have helped him settle in
“I was actually chomping at the bit to get an opportunity with Leinster.” Jordie Barrett made his long awaited debut for Leinster on the weekend, and looked a class above most in his 40 minutes on the field. The 27-year-old All Black came on at half-time, and showed a range of skills as the Irish […]
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