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Bemand: We can be World Cup contenders in 2029

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Scott Bemand believes Ireland can be World Cup contenders in 2029, after agreeing a three-year contract extension as head coach of the Ireland women's rugby team.

Wednesday, Mar 18

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Jackman: 'Invigorated' Farrell will pen new Irish deal

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Bernard Jackman is confident Andy Farrell will sign a contract extension as Ireland head coach after coming within a whisker of leading his team to an unlikely Six Nations Championship.

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Ireland's stock on the rise after epic Six Nations

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Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast as we recap the incredible final round of the Guinness Men's Six Nations.

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Nine uncapped players named in Ireland W6N squad

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Ireland head coach Scott Bemand has named nine uncapped players in his squad of 36 ahead of next month's Guinness Women's Six Nations campaign.

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Ulster's Sheridan banned for three matches

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Ulster's Harry Sheridan has been banned for three matches following his red card in the BKT United Rugby Championship Round 2 game against Edinburgh last Friday.

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Bemand commits to Ireland until 2029 World Cup

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Ireland have been given a boost ahead of their Women's Six Nations campaign with head coach Scott Bemand signing a contract extension to stay in the hot seat until the 2029 World Cup.

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Edogbo racist abuse mainly came from Irish-based accounts

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The "majority" of social media accounts that directed racist abuse at Edwin Edogbo following his international debut are based in Ireland, according to ethical data science company Signify.

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'That's the dream' - Jansen targets full Ireland cap

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Connacht's Sean Jansen says he's determined to work his way into Andy Farrell's plans and earn a full cap for Ireland.

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Argentina to launch bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup

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Argentina is launching a bid to host the Rugby World Cup in South America for the first time in 2035, ⁠the Argentine Rugby Union (UAR) said on Tuesday.

Tuesday, Mar 17

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Aki, Gibson-Park, Sheehan and Van der Flier pen new deals

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Bundee Aki, Jamison Gibson-Park, Dan Sheehan and Josh van der Flier have all signed contract extensions with the IRFU, securing the futures of four key players as Andy Farrell builds his squad towards the 2027 World Cup.

England have to stick with Borthwick, insists Jones

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Former England head coach Eddie Jones feels sacking Steve Borthwick would be "foolhardy" despite a poor Guinness Six Nations campaign.

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Evolving Ireland have template in place to hit new levels

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After the negativity surrounding the defeat to France, the remainder of the Six Nations has seen Ireland rebuild their attacking strategy.

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The rise of Rob - Baloucoune hoping to build on 6N awards

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Ireland winger Robert Baloucoune is hoping his superb Six Nations campaign and the individual and team honours that came with it can be the kickstart to a long and successful career in green.

Monday, Mar 16

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Porter edges closer to Leinster return with Ryan a doubt

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Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has revealed that Andrew Porter is very close to a return as they prepare for a URC meeting with table toppers Glasgow Warriors this weekend.

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Lancaster 'pretty hopeful' Aki will stay with Connacht

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Stuart Lancaster is hopeful that Bundee Aki will sign a new contract and remain with Connacht next season heading into the 2027 World Cup.

Sunday, Mar 15

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Six Nations synchronicity evident in U-20 tournament

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Much like their senior peers, Ireland's Under-20 stars wrapped up their Six Nations campaign with victory over Scotland, a Triple Crown, and a sense of accomplishment in the manner they ultimately responded to a drubbing by France in their…

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Ireland U20s seal Triple Crown after swatting Scots aside

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The Irish U-20 side followed in the footsteps of the senior squad and captured the Triple Crown when they put Scotland to the sword in Cork with seven players scoring tries in the 47-14 win in Cork.

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Paris rebound shows Farrell's influence as strong as ever

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It's only five and a half weeks ago that Andy Farrell sat in the Stade de France media room and delivered a scathing assessment of Ireland's Guinness Six Nations opener in Paris.

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'It's just class' - Murray savours surreal 6 Nations bow

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In a campaign where Ireland boss Andy Farrell handed out 11 Six Nations debuts, none was more left field than Darragh Murray.

Saturday, Mar 14

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Ramos kicks nervy France to Six Nations crown

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England cast off the shackles to deliver their best performance of the Guinness Six Nations, but it was not enough to stop Thomas Ramos from landing a last-gasp penalty to ignite French title celebrations after a 48-46 win.

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Six Nations title decider: France 48-46 England recap

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France beat England at the death to clinch the Six Nations title. Read back on how it unfolded.

O'Toole: 'It's been an absolute journey for me'

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One of Ireland's breakout stars of the Six Nations, Tom O'Toole, believes the squad are "building nicely" after their strong Six Nations finish.

O'Brien: Win over Scotland 'has to be the highlight'

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Tommy O'Brien ranked his two-try showing in Ireland's supberb 43-21 victory over Scotland is the "highlight" of his career.

Wales' lengthy losing streak ends against Italy

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Wales ended a three-year Guinness Six Nations losing streak with a 31-17 victory over Italy in Cardiff.

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Farrell 'proud as punch' as Ireland power past Scotland

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Andy Farrell believes his Ireland squad have grown "massively" in this Guinness Six Nations, after they finished their campaign with a brilliant 43-21 win against Scotland.

Scots given 'reminder and a lesson' says Townsend

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Gregor Townsend described Scotland's 43-21 defeat to Ireland as "a reminder and a lesson" after dreams of a first Triple Crown in 36 years were dashed in Dublin.

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Ireland player ratings: Beirne back to his best

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Ireland sealed the Triple Crown with a composed and controlled victory over Scotland at Aviva Stadium. Here's how we rated the players.

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Job done for Doris and Co, now it's all eyes on Paris

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Ireland captain Caelan Doris picked up the man of the match award after leading his side to an impressive 43-21 bonus-point victory over Scotland at Aviva Stadium. He then swiftly set his sights on France's showdown with England in Paris.

Six Nations: Wales v Italy latest score

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Six Nations: Wales v Italy latest score

Ireland win Triple Crown but France nick 6 Nations title

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Ireland capped their Guinness Six Nations off on a high with an outstanding 43-21 win against Scotland to secure the Triple Crown, but Andy Farrell's side fell agonisinly short of the outright title after a Super Saturday for the ages.