Rugby

Ulster falls to late drama as a Tom Farrell hattrick gives Munster an early Christmas present

Munster centre Tom Farrell claimed a hattrick of tries as Munster steal a derby win at Ravenhill.

Bill Beaumont named interim chairman at RFU as Tom Ilube resigns amid scandal

Ilube stepped down on Friday morning in response to the outcry over executives’ pay and bonuses.

Warren Gatland to stay as Wales coach but must ‘change fortunes on the pitch’

Gatland’s position has been under intense scrutiny after a dire autumn.

Mike Lowry signs extension with Ulster Rugby

The Irish international winger has penned a new three-year deal with the province

Inter-pro win would be huge for Ulster says O’Toole

Tom O'Toole expects another physically demanding tussle with Munster at Ravenhill on Friday night.

Tom Ilube resigns as RFU chairman amid pay controversy

Sir Bill Beaumont could reportedly fill the role on an interim basis.

Zac Ward pens three-year deal with Ulster Rugby

Ireland Sevens international Ward was on trial with Ulster to assess his ability in the XVs game

Ulster v Munster: Match details, kick-off time and how to watch as the Christmas inter-pro derbies get underway

Both provinces sit outside the play-off places ahead of their meeting at Kingspan Stadium

Ellie Kildunne believes impact of home Rugby World Cup lies ‘beyond imagination’

The 25-year-old was crowned World Rugby women’s 15s player of the year earlier this month.

“If you can’t see it, you can’t be it” - Joy Neville believes the future is bright for women’s rugby in Ireland

Hall of famer talks about life after hanging up her boots and her whistle