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Republic of Ireland rugby team winger Simon Zebo

Ireland barely beats American Eagles 15-12 in Texas rugby match

Ireland beats US in first match of North American tour

Ireland star Zebo called up as cover by Lions after Tommy Bowe breaks bone in his hand

Ulster winger could be fit for first test as Munster man leaves US tour

Sports Digest: Brian O’Driscoll is ready to roar leading out the Lions in Australia

Dricco ready to lead Down Under

Lions captain Paul O’Connell plans to continue playing rugby until World Cup 2015

Veteran rugby player Paul O’Connell has recently said that despite coming back from an injury, he has a goal to play until World Cup 2015. O’Connell will be filling in for captain for the Lions in the match against Australia in Ho ...

by IrishCentral Staff Writers 0

Leinster’s Leo Cullen celebrates with the trophy after the Rabo 12 final win.

Sports Digest: Leinster stars Joe Schmidt, Jonathan Sexton and Isa Nacewa say farewell with a win against Ulster

The Three Amigos said their goodbyes and left Leinster with not one but two crowns to remember them by at the RDS on Saturday night. ...

by CATHAL DERVAN 0

Ireland and US rugby teams battle it out

US men’s national rugby team The Eagles gear up to host Irish national rugby team in Texas

Ireland’s rugby team is set to face off against the American rugby team The Eagles this June in Houston, TX. This will be the third time the two teams have met. ...

by KERRY O'SHEA 3

Rugby Digest: Les Kiss will helm Irish rugby team’s summer tour including US and Canada

Joe Schmidt has asked interim Ireland coach Les Kiss to stay on board as part of the national team’s new management set-up after they work together on the American and Canadian tour this summer. ...

by CATHAL DERVAN 0

Rugby ace Ronan O’Gara makes us proud to be Irish

Ronan O'Gara celebrates with his Man of the Match medal after the Scotland vs. Ireland Six Nations match in ... ...

by Cathal Dervan 0

A look at what's happening on the rugby pitches in Boston

Lansdowne Rugby draws with New York despite strong start

Last Saturday, in a lively encounter, Lansdowne managed a result after New York seemed to grab control in the second half of the match. ...

by RICHIE PRICE 1

Irish fans elated as Brian O’Driscoll signs on for one more year with Leinster rugby team

The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has signed a new one-year contract with former Ireland captain Brian O’Driscoll to play for Leinster. ...

by IrishCentral Staff Writers 1

Lansdowne are back to their winning ways after victory over Connecticut Yankees

Lansdowne returned to winning ways with an impressive victory over a well drilled and much improved Connecticut Yankees team, prevailing by a score of 17 points to 12 in a lively encounter last weekend in Westport, Connecticut. ...

by CONOR WATERS 0

USA Rugby advert representing Ireland as a Leprechaun receives a cold and confused reception online - VIDEO

Ireland a Latino Leprechaun and Todd Clever the representative for USA RugbyIf you thought the Lucky Charms adverts of old were a little racist then maybe this USA Rugby clip isn't for you.To promote the Eagle's game against the I ...

by IrishCentral Columnists 0

Sports Digest: Leinster rugby team heads for Amlin Cup Final following Biarritz game

Leinster destroyed Biarritz with a five star and five try performance on their way to a 44-16 Amlin Cup semifinal win at the RDS last Saturday. ...

by CATHAL DERVAN 0

Leinster boss Joe Schmidt to take over from Declan Kidney as Irish rugby team gaffer

Joe Schmidt replaces Declan Kidney as Ireland's new rugby coach

Schmidt will join the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) on 1st July on a contract that will see him lead Ireland until after the 2016 RBS Six Nations. ...

by PATRICK COUNIHAN 1

Leinster boss Joe Schmidt expect to replace Declan Kidney as Irish rugby team head coach

The Irish Rugby Football Union are poised to announce that Joe Schmidt will succeed Declan Kidney as head coach. From New Zealand, Schmidt is currently calling the shots for Leinster and doing it well as his team captured a Heinek ...

by MATT KEOUGH 1

Rugby hero Tommy Bowe not planning ahead for Lions tour in Australia

Fit again Tommy Bowe is unconvinced he is a contender for the Lions tour to Australia this summer despite his return to action with Ulster after knee surgery. ...

by CATHAL DERVAN 1

Lansdowne Rugby edged in the Poconos - visitors lose a tight one by 13-12

Last weekend, Wilkes Barre fought past visiting Lansdowne in a competitive battle. Early in the match, Lansdowne demonstrated some good control. ...

by ROB JOHNSTONE 0

Taoiseach Enda Kenny photographed with the Rugby League World Cup Trophy, the oldest trophy in world rugby.

Rugby League World Cup Trophy, the sports oldest trophy, lands in Ireland

Taoiseach Enda Kenny officially marked the arrival in Ireland of the Rugby League World Cup Trophy, the oldest trophy in world rugby. ...

by JANE WALSH 2

Lansdowne rugby team remain unbeaten after Rockaway Fishead game

Last weekend home team Lansdowne beat an undermanned, but valiant Rockaway Fishead side by 50-38. ...

by RICHIE PRICE 0

Lansdowne Rugby open spring season with win over Manhattanville College

Last Saturday Lansdowne traveled to Manhattanville College for the spring opener. The game was played in 3 halves (thirds) so as to give all players as much playing time as possible. ...