Preview: Ireland vs. Australia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Ireland and Australia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
154 days ago
Preview: Scotland vs. Australia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's friendly clash between Scotland and Australia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
160 days ago
Preview: Wales vs. Australia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's friendly clash between Wales and Australia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
167 days ago
Preview: England vs. Australia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between England and Australia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
175 days ago
Preview: Argentina vs. South Africa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Rugby Championship clash between Argentina and South Africa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
224 days ago
Preview: Argentina vs. Australia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Rugby Championship clash between Argentina and Australia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
238 days ago
Preview: Argentina vs. Australia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Rugby Championship clash between Argentina and Australia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
245 days ago
Preview: Australia vs. South Africa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Rugby Championship clash between Australia and South Africa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
259 days ago
Preview: Australia vs. South Africa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Rugby Championship clash between Australia and South Africa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
266 days ago
Preview: Argentina vs. France - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Argentina and France, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
294 days ago
Preview: Australia vs. Wales - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Australia and Wales, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
294 days ago
Preview: Australia vs. Wales - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Australia and Wales, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
301 days ago
Australia appoint Joe Schmidt as new head coach
Australia confirm the appointment of former Ireland boss Joe Schmidt as their new head coach until the end of the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour.
1 year ago
Andy Farrell signs new Ireland contract until 2027
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell signs a contract extension with the Six Nations holders until the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
1 year ago
Eddie Jones appointed Japan head coach for second time
Japan confirm the appointment of Eddie Jones as their head coach for the second time following the 63-year-old's departure from Australia.
1 year ago
A look at Ireland's previous Rugby World Cup quarter-finals
Sports Mole takes a look back at Ireland's previous Rugby World Cup quarter-finals ahead of Saturday's clash with New Zealand.
2 years ago
Preview: Wales vs. Ireland - prediction, team news, head to head
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Six Nations clash between Wales and Ireland, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
2 years ago
World Rugby publishes new contact training load guidance following global study
The recommendations are aimed at reducing injury risk and supporting short and long-term player welfare.
4 years ago
On This Day: Joe Schmidt appointed as Ireland head coach
Joe Schmidt officially began work on July 1 and remained at the Ireland helm until 2019.
4 years ago
The key talking points ahead of Ireland's showdown with Georgia
The Irish have never lost to Georgia.
4 years ago
John Fogarty urges Ireland to battle against "robust" Georgia team
The Irish are heavy favourites to return to winning ways in the Autumn Nations Cup.
4 years ago
James Ryan: 'We will learn from defeat to England'
Eddie Jones men ran out 18-7 winners with an impressive performance at Twickenham.
4 years ago
The big talking points ahead of Ireland's Six Nations finale against France
The half-back battle and Shaun Edwards' French defence may shape the contest in Paris.
5 years ago
On this day: Joe Schmidt appointed new Ireland coach
He would achieve great success.
5 years ago
On This Day: England's Grand Slam bid derailed by Ireland in 2017
The result set Ireland up for an all-conquering 2018.
5 years ago
Devin Toner: 'It means the world to be back in Ireland XV'
The giant Leinster lock was recalled after Iain Henderson left the squad following the birth of his son.
5 years ago
Farrell v Farrell: Comparing father and son ahead of Six Nations clash
Owen Farrell will captain England against an Ireland side coached by dad Andy.
5 years ago
Iain Henderson: 'Andy Farrell has brought different mentality to Ireland'
Ireland host defending Grand Slam champions Wales on Saturday.
5 years ago
Alan Quinlan: 'Ireland must not hit panic button'
Ireland have lost seven quarter-finals in nine World Cups.
6 years ago
Mealamu praises "pretty crazy" decision to move Barrett to full-back
New Zealand face England in the semi-final next weekend.
6 years ago
What next for Ireland after another World Cup quarter-final exit?
Joe Schmidt's side were beaten by New Zealand.
6 years ago
Luke McGrath confident Ireland World Cup exit will not taint Joe Schmidt legacy
Captain Rory Best also suffered defeat to New Zealand in his final game for the national side.
6 years ago
Cian Healy praises Greg Feek for improving Ireland's set pieces
Former All Blacks prop Feek joined Leinster as scrum coach in 2010 and stepped up to Ireland a year later.
6 years ago
Johnny Sexton confident Ireland on course to peak against New Zealand
The fly-half says the negativity around the country's World Cup campaign is "strange".
6 years ago
Johnny Sexton discusses "pretty strange" negativity surrounding Ireland
The fly-half says the negativity around the country's World Cup campaign is "strange".
6 years ago
Ireland see off Samoa to book quarter-finals spot
Bundee Aki was sent off in the first half but Johnny Sexton helped himself to 18 points in the rout.
6 years ago
Stuart Hogg urges Scotland to "let loose" and reach quarter-finals
The Dark Blues are expected to face Japan on Sunday but a typhoon may derail their plans.
6 years ago
James Ryan hails 'leader' Bundee Aki
The centre was born in New Zealand to Samoan parents.
6 years ago
Typhoon Hagibis: The consequences for England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales
The storm could rain on Scotland's parade.
6 years ago
Iain Henderson: 'Ireland playing knockout rugby a week early'
Henderson expects Samoa to provide dangerous opposition in Fukuoka.
6 years ago
