Tag: URC
-
John Hodnett Signs New Contract to 2028 with Munster
Munster confirms two-year extension for John Hodnett Munster Rugby and the IRFU have announced a two-year contract extension for John Hodnett, securing the Rosscarbery flanker at the province until 2028. The announcement underlines Munster’s commitment to developing homegrown talent and maintaining a competitive edge in domestic and European rugby. Rising star with proven impact Hodnett…
-
Edwin Edogbo Poised for Impact at Munster After Injuries
Edwin Edogbo: A Career Shaped by Setbacks and Silence Edwin Edogbo’s journey to regular minutes with Munster has been a testament to resilience as much as raw potential. The former Cobh Pirates forward has endured two serious Achilles tendon injuries that limited his senior appearances to 23 across four seasons. Those spells on the sideline…
-
Connacht Secure Ciarán Frawley Signing from Leinster on Two-Year Deal
Connacht Seal Two-Year Deal for Ciarán Frawley Connacht Rugby have confirmed the arrival of Ciarán Frawley from Leinster, with the Skerries-born back set to join the western province on a two-year contract ahead of the next season. The move, reported by The 42, marks a significant addition to Connacht’s backline options as they look to…
-
Connacht sign Ciarán Frawley from Leinster on two-year deal
Connacht secure Ciarán Frawley from Leinster on two-year deal Connacht Rugby have confirmed the signing of back Ciarán Frawley from Leinster, with the Skerries native set to join the western province ahead of next season on a two-year contract. The move, first reported by The42, signals Connacht’s continued push to bolster their midfield and back-line…
-
Debating Tadhg Beirne’s ‘style of game gone’ claim: what it means for rugby today
Introduction: a bold claim in a familiar derby In the wake of a bruising United Rugby Championship derby in Limerick, Tadhg Beirne’s comment that the modern game’s style is “gone” sparked a heated debate among players, coaches, and fans. Beirne, a lineout master and relentless ball-carrier, has long been a barometer of Ireland’s bruising, forward-led…
-
Debating Tadhg Beirne’s ‘style of game gone’ claim: Is rugby shifting too far?
Introduction: Beirne’s comment and a league-wide debate When Tadhg Beirne suggested that the traditional style of rugby might be “gone,” the remark wasn’t just a throwaway line in the aftermath of a crowded United Rugby Championship Derby in Limerick. It touched a nerve among fans and pundits who watch the sport evolve at pace. The…
-
Tadhg Beirne: Is His Style of Play Gone? Debating Rugby
Introduction: A Controversial Claim in a Divisional Derby The aftermath of the United Rugby Championship derby in Limerick left more questions than clear answers. Tadhg Beirne, a leader for both Munster and the Irish pack, voiced a pointed critique: that the modern game’s style has shifted beyond what some players and coaches consider a traditional…
-
Bonus-point win for Munster as they get job done against Ospreys
Munster secure a bonus-point win over Ospreys Munster ran out 26-10 winners against the Ospreys in a tightly contested United Rugby Championship clash, sealing a valuable bonus point as they push for a stronger position in the league standings. The result, earned on the road, underlined Munster’s clinical finish and tactical discipline at a venue…
-
Munster secure bonus-point win at Ospreys to keep URC campaign on track
Munster edge Ospreys to secure valuable bonus point Munster strengthened their United Rugby Championship (URC) campaign with a disciplined away win over the Ospreys, sealing a 26-10 victory that secured a bonus point and momentum heading into the tougher fixtures ahead. The result keeps Munster firmly in the mix as they build consistency in attack…
-
Murphy red card overshadows Connacht’s URC clash with Bulls as hosts fall short
Late drama hides a tough night for Connacht as Bulls hold on Connacht’s visit to the Dexcom Stadium ended in a narrow 27-28 loss to the Vodacom Bulls, extending a rough spell in the BKT United Rugby Championship. Despite a bright start and multiple tries, a 20-minute red card to Josh Murphy swung momentum and…