Ireland

‘Absolute mare’ – Irish pundits slammed for bizarre criticism of Kurt-Lee Arendse after Springboks flyer hit with ‘abysmal’ head shot

Kurt-Lee Arendse was hit with a high shot while scoring a try for the Bulls.

Ardie Savea settles world number one debate and reveals ‘sting’ attached to Springboks 2024 double-header

Ardie Savea has weighed into the world number one debate and also discussed the All Blacks' rivalry with the Springboks.

Leinster v Bulls provides litmus test for Ireland and Springbok hopefuls

The top-of-the-table URC clash between Leinster and the Bulls on Friday provides the perfect opportunity for fringe internationals to stake a claim.

‘This move is exactly what I need’ says Ireland international ahead of Top 14 switch

While the decision to leave Munster was not an easy one, Joey Carbery has revealed that the chance to play in France was a move he could not turn down.

The ‘unbelievable’ Springboks legend that Ireland star ‘looks up to’ ahead of URC showdown

Jordan Larmour has revealed that Springboks great Willie le Roux is a player who he "looks up to."

Planet Rugby Readers’ Team of the Six Nations: Champions Ireland dominate but one Englishman steals the show

The results are in. Here is your Team of the Tournament.

Ireland a ‘more complete team’ without Johnny Sexton claims ex-half-back

A former Ireland playmaker believes that Andy Farrell’s side have improved since the retirement of Johnny Sexton.

Rugby legends combine Six Nations stars to pick Perfect Player for 2024

We spoke to legends of the game about the attributes that create the Perfect Player and put the template to our experts to select a Six Nations star that ticks all the boxes.

State of the Nation: Ireland banish World Cup ghosts but will rue ‘missed opportunities’ in Six Nations title defence

We conclude our Six Nations team reviews with the champions, Ireland.

Six Nations in numbers: Top performers, breaking winless streaks, tackle warriors and more

Following the conclusion of the 2024 Six Nations, where Ireland were crowned the best team in Europe, here’s a look at the Championship in numbers.

Ex-Springbok praises Andy Farrell over ‘brutally honest’ South Africa comments ahead of mouth-watering Ireland series

Former South Africa centre Robbie Fleck has addressed Andy Farrell’s comments about South Africa’s status as the best in the world.

Rating every Ireland player from the title-winning Six Nations campaign: ‘Ridiculous’ MVP in the pack and the ‘elite weapon’

Our Ireland player ratings from the 2024 Six Nations campaign.

Courtney Lawes reveals Wales-inspired plan to stop England from ‘hurting themselves’ with overseas policy

Courtney Lawes feels that England need to change their overseas policy.

Ex-Ireland back blames ‘Andy Farrell’s coaching’ for Grand Slam failure

There has been criticism of Andy Farrell following Ireland’s inability to win back-to-back Six Nations Grand Slams.

Six Nations: 21 Unforgettable moments that decided the 2024 Championship

Following the conclusion of yet another pulsating Six Nations, we take a look back at the 21 moments that decided the Championship.

Four stars shortlisted for Six Nations Player of the Championship after ‘fan vote’

The 2024 Six Nations Player of the Championship shortlist has been revealed, with a representative from England, Ireland, Scotland and Italy making the cut.

Six Nations stats leaders: Italy captain Michele Lamaro smashes all-time record in passionate campaign

With the dust settled on the 2024 tournament, Planet Rugby takes a closer look at the top-performing players in Six Nations.

Nick Easter’s Six Nations Team of the Week: ‘Flawless’ Frenchman and Italy’s ‘tackle & jackal machine’ feature after Super Saturday

After a thrilling conclusion of the 2024 Six Nations, we sat down with former England forward Nick Easter to select his Team of the Week.

World rankings: Italy equal all-time high, Wales hit a record low after the Six Nations

Contrasting news for Italy and Wales following the weekend's Six Nations action.

Who’s hot and who’s not: Ireland retain Six Nations title, Italy impress as Wales and Crusaders struggle

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Nine Ireland players make UK agency’s Six Nations Team of the Tournament, including a ‘major contender’ to captain the British and Irish Lions

Nine Ireland players with two England stars made the cut.

Andy Farrell’s verdict on ‘best in the world’ debate ahead of Ireland v Springboks series

Ireland boss Andy Farrell is relishing the chance of taking on the Springboks in South Africa after his side's recent Six Nations triumph.

Six Nations Team of the Tournament: Ireland and Italy lead the way as one country misses out

Ex-players Bernard Jackman, Adam Jones, Nick Easter and Paul Gustard sit down with James While to pick Planet Rugby's Team of the Six Nations.

Springboks’ new defence coach to learn Afrikaans as ‘very personal’ Ireland Tests loom

Springboks defence coach Jerry Flannery admits the two Tests against his home country Ireland in the mid-year window will be very personal.

Why Andy Farrell feels missing the Grand Slam is the ‘best thing’ for Ireland

Ireland boss Andy Farrell saw the silver lining in missing the Grand Slam but praised his players for winning back-to-back Six Nations.

The nine U20 Six Nations stars destined for greatness, including the next Michael Hooper

We pick out nine players who are destined for greatness in the senior arena after enjoying impressive campaigns in the recent U20 Six Nations.

Ireland seal back-to-back Six Nations titles after hard-fought victory over Scotland

Ireland managed to retain their Six Nations crown after claiming a hard-fought 17-13 victory over Scotland at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.

Ireland player ratings: Jamison Gibson-Park steers hosts to back-to-back Six Nations titles

Following a 17-13 win over Scotland in their Six Nations Test at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday, here are the player ratings for Ireland.

Scotland player ratings: Blair Kinghorn and Andy Christie shine in brave defeat to Ireland

How Scotland's players rated in their Six Nations defeat to Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Saturday.

Ireland v Scotland: Five takeaways as ‘deserved’ champions edge past a ‘sensational’ Scottish defence to clinch back-to-back Six Nations titles

Our five takeaways as Ireland clinched back-to-back Six Nations titles defeating Scotland 17-13. .