3 changes for Connacht ahead of Ospreys clash

CONNACHT HAVE MADE three changes from the side that started against Munster ahead of their Pro12 clash with Ospreys at the Liberty Stadium tomorrow (kick-off: 1.30pm). Scrum half John Cooney comes in for the rested Kieran Marmion, while Sean O’Brien is given a chance to impress at blindside flanker and Naulia Dawai makes his first start for the Read more about 3 changes for Connacht ahead of Ospreys clash[…]

Hayes takes the reins after struggling Shannon part company with Horan

Marcus Horan took over as Shannon head coach ahead of the 2015-16 season. Source: Presseye/John McIlwaine/INPHO SHANNON HAVE TAKEN the decision to install a new head coach at the midway point of what has been a disappointing season for the Limerick club. In a statement released this morning, the club announced that Marcus Horan will Read more about Hayes takes the reins after struggling Shannon part company with Horan[…]

All Black Saili gives Munster ‘something different’ as his fitness grows

JACO TAUTE HAS been outstanding for Munster since arriving in September, and has won over the province’s supporters, but he now has real competition for his place in the starting XV. It’s exciting for Munster to have Francis Saili back in the mix, the return of a twice-capped All Black adding another dangerous element to Read more about All Black Saili gives Munster ‘something different’ as his fitness grows[…]