He has a point. After their shock win over Leinster in the semi-finals of the Champions Cup, Northampton fell just short in final against Bordeaux, losing 28-20. Nonetheless, it was further proof of the ability and potential of what is a side packed full of young English talent, some of whom are going on the […]

10 months ago

“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 […]

1 year ago

Jamie Heaslip looked forlorn in the RTÉ studio. Jamie Heaslip represented Leinster fans everywhere after Saturday’s 31-22 Champions Cup final defeat to Toulouse. To lose any cup final is a kick in the teeth, but to lose a second and then a third in as many seasons is enough to leave any fan speechless. This […]

1 year ago

“We have a championship to win, next week.” Andy Farrell spoke very well, in the aftermath of his side’s 23-22 defeat to England, and defended his decision t only place two backs on the bench. Ireland looked set to record a come from behind victory, after trailing 20-15 in the second half, but a late […]

2 years ago

“That’s a daily thing – people slating me.” Jamie Heaslip put his hand up [the other was holding an RTÉ microphone] at Twickenham but was not exactly glowing about the victors. England defeated Ireland 23-22 after a late Marcus Smith drop goal. It denied Ireland a chance to clinch the title, one game early, and […]

2 years ago

The former Munster and Ireland star took a cut off the IRFU for allowing such a move to take place. RTÉ aired a fantastic five-minute discussion about RG Snyman and his impending move from Munster to Leinster, ahead of Tuesday night’s United Rugby Championship clash between the sides. Donncha O’Callaghan spoke with the most passion […]

2 years ago