november internationals
Big guns back for Ireland as Andy Farrell names Autumn Series squad

Big guns back for Ireland as Andy Farrell names Autumn Series squad

A big November ahead. Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named his squad for Ireland’s Autumn Nations Series games against New Zealand, Japan, Australia, and South Africa. Farrell is back in charge after taking a sabbatical to focus on the Lions, following last year’s November games, with Simon Easterby stepping up for the Six Nations […]

5 months ago

The certainties and the outside shots for Ireland’s November international squad

The certainties and the outside shots for Ireland’s November international squad

The Irish provinces made a brilliant start in Europe last week with Leinster, Ulster and Connacht all edging out wins at home while Munster fought bravely in Exeter to snatch a draw against the Premiership leaders. Leinster led the line with a dominant 52-3 win over Wasps last Friday and Leo Cullen’s side look poised […]

8 years ago

Ryle Nugent to return to commentary booth for November internationals

Ryle Nugent to return to commentary booth for November internationals

RTE’s former head of sport Ryle Nugent will return to the commentary booth for Ireland’s November internationals next month. Nugent will lead Channel 4’s coverage of Ireland’s tests alongside former Ireland captain Jamie Heaslip. Channel 4 won the UK territory rights for the games from Sky Sports last month and will provide live coverage of Ireland’s […]

8 years ago