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Leinster ended a four-year wait for a major trophy with a commanding 32–7 victory over the Bulls in the BKT United Rugby Championship final, held in front of nearly 47,000 spectators at Croke Park. This triumph marks the Irish province’s ninth title in the history of the competition and their first since the inclusion of South Africa’s four elite franchises …

Connacht Rugby has appointed Stuart Lancaster as their new head coach on a two-year contract, marking a significant change in leadership following a turbulent period. The former England head coach, who also held a pivotal role at Leinster and recently led Racing 92, steps in to succeed Pete Wilkins, who exited the role before the close of the 2024/25 season. …

Robin McBryde believes that Leinster’s recent defeat to Scarlets could ultimately benefit the team as they head into the crucial final stages of the season. Despite missing the chance to lock down top spot in the BKT United Rugby Championship after a 35-22 loss in Wales, the Leinster assistant coach sees the setback as a valuable wake-up call. Leinster had …

Leinster’s emerging talents propelled the team to a 42-24 bonus-point victory over Cardiff Rugby in the United Rugby Championship at the Aviva Stadium. Despite fielding a squad where twelve players had 18 or fewer appearances for the province, Leinster showcased their depth and resilience. Notably, the lineup featured seasoned internationals such as Jimmy O’Brien, Ross Byrne, Luke McGrath, Will Connors, …

Three of Ireland’s most seasoned rugby players—Conor Murray, Peter O’Mahony, and Cian Healy—have announced their retirement from international rugby following the conclusion of the upcoming Guinness Six Nations Championship. The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) confirmed that the trio will bid farewell to Test rugby after Ireland’s final match against Italy on Saturday, 15 March. In addition to their international …

Harry Byrne, the 25-year-old out-half for Ireland and Leinster, has joined Bristol Bears on a three-month contract. He flew to Bristol this morning after the English Premiership club signed him as injury cover. This follows the knee injury to Bristol’s starting out-half, AJ MacGinty. With Max Malins also sidelined for the rest of the season, Bristol is short of options …

Captain Caelan Doris will be back for Leinster in their BKT United Rugby Championship match against Munster at Thomond Park on Friday night. Leo Cullen has made several changes to the team that defeated Connacht last weekend. Jamie Osborne returns from injury to start at fullback, with Tommy O’Brien and Jimmy O’Brien on the wings. Robbie Henshaw and Garry Ringrose …

Leinster’s focus after their victory over Bristol Bears last week isn’t on the discipline issues that plagued them during the match. Despite conceding 17 penalties compared to Bristol’s eight and receiving three yellow cards, Leinster isn’t overly concerned about their disciplinary record. This comes amid wider discussions on discipline in Irish rugby, particularly during the Autumn Nations Series, where Leinster’s …

Leinster Rugby has confirmed that head coach Leo Cullen will continue in his role until at least the end of the 2026/27 season, with the former captain signing a new contract that will take him into his second decade at the helm. Although Cullen’s current contract was set to expire at the end of this season, the province’s leadership and …