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Declan Kidney

Munster - Stade Francais, a tale of two cities Lille and Limerick, it was the worst of times, it was the best of times
Munster Rugby
The injustice was not dissimilar to Thierry Henry’s handball in the 2009 France-Ireland World Cup qualifier - There is Only One F in Foley, an eight minute read
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Paul O'Connell rules himself out of Munster Head Coach role
Munster Rugby
Munster legend hints the Thomond Park job may be for him in the future but not now
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Donncha O'Callaghan names his ideal candidate for vacant Munster job
Munster Rugby
Munster are looking for a new head coach after the shock departure of Graham Rowntree last week
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Munster 'crisis' is far deeper than many think - they are on the brink
Munster Rugby
'Graham Rowntree was that irascible, that funny at close quarters, cheers big ears your time here was a blast and brought a trophy' writes One F in Foley
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Munster rugby: The runners and riders in contention to replace Graham Rowntree in Thomond Park hotseat
Munster Rugby
Looking at the leading contenders for the vacant Munster role- such as Ronan O'Gara, Paul O'Connell and Felix Jones - and pin-pointing those who are really non-runners
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'How long have you got?' - Conor Murray on his World Cup journey and what Ireland must do to succeed
Conor Murray
This is the Limerick man's fourth Rugby World Cup. "It feels different but everyone’s aware of how hard we have to work to go as far as we can," said the 34-year-old
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Declan Kidney vows to ‘keep the flag flying’ at London Irish despite wage delays
Declan Kidney
Kidney revealed he has received assurances that the situation will be resolved shortly.
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Ireland's Grand Slam novices urged by Johnny Sexton to embrace their golden opportunity
Ireland rugby union team
"It’s not always like this. You’ve got to cherish it. Where else would you rather be? Would you rather be fourth and playing for nothing?"
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Roman revolution: Ross Byrne primed for first Six Nations start for Ireland
IRFU
With Johnny Sexton likely to miss out on Italy clash, Andy Farrell will get the chance to run the rule over the skipper's Leinster team-mate from the start of third round championship clash
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Conor Murray will feel the support of the nation at the Aviva Stadium
Ireland rugby union team
Mental toughness has been at the core of Murray's brilliant Ireland career that goes back to his debut as a 21-year-old in Bordeaux against today's opponents France in 2011
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Paul O'Connell recalls Roy Keane visit to Munster and how Manchester United legend felt 'a little bit insulted' by Monopoly
Declan Kidney
The Munster legend recalls the times Keane came in to speak to the awestruck Reds players
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Tadhg Furlong wary of Rugby's 'Drive to Survive' doc but praises the Warren Gatland effect
Tadhg Furlong
Ahead of Saturday's Six Nations opener in Cardiff, the Ireland prop is grateful for what the returning Wales boss did for him on two Lions tours
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Tributes pour in for 'all round sportsman' and former Ireland rugby player Paul McNaughton
IRFU
The 69-year-old is remembered as an all round sportsman, having played inter-county Gaelic football for Wicklow as well as lining out in the League of Ireland
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Tributes paid to former Ireland rugby coach, League of Ireland star and inter-county GAA player Paul McNaughton
Ireland rugby union team
The Wicklow man, who has died at 69, played rugby, soccer and Gaelic Football to a high level before becoming influential behind the scenes in rugby administration
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Stephen Ferris urges Ireland to follow Rory McIlroy's lead as world leaders
Ireland rugby union team
The former Ulster and Ireland star loved a battle and would have relished taking on the Springboks on Saturday. "It's going to be a war out there, one I wish I was part of," he said.
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Euro fixtures published: Racing-Leinster venue switch and date for O'Gara's champs Belfast trip
Aviva Healthcare
EPCR have released the schedule for their Champions Cup and Challenge Cup fixtures for the group stages
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Irish rugby legend makes move back home to play AIL rugby this season
JP McManus
The Tullow Tank's initial request to join his hometown club was turned down due to welfare regulations
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Sean O'Brien to hang up his boots at the end of the season
Leinster Rugby
Leo Cullen pays a warm tribute to the former Leinster and Ireland star
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Conor Murray 'driven' to regain Ireland's no 9 jersey as his 33rd birthday approaches
Conor Murray
The Munster scrum-half hails Andy Farrell as the 'key' in successful environment as Triple Crown winners turn their attention to summer Tests against the All Blacks
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James Ryan will see the world's best doctors after latest head injury, says Johnny Sexton
Johnny Sexton
But having been stood down himself twice in his career, the Ireland skipper expects his Leinster colleague to bounce back after Twickenham disappointment as Andy Farrell's side attempt to clinch the Triple Crown without him
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Peter O'Mahony admits to lack of ruthless streak as Ireland get back to winning ways against Italy in Six Nations
Rugby Union
'We weren’t accurate and should've made life more difficult for a team down to 13 and 12 players at one stage'
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Who is Jamie Heaslip? Where is he from, his age, wife and life outside of rugby
Jamie Heaslip
One of the most renowned Irish rugby stars, Jamie Heaslip has maintained a busy life since hanging up his boots
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'I compare him to a Henry Shefflin or a Roy Keane' - Paul O'Connell pays tribute to Johnny Sexton
Paul O'Connell
Regarding to Ireland's reliance on Leinster - with 12 Blues named to start tomorrow - O'Connell admitted, 'I'm sure it is a concern for the provinces'
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Simon Zebo linked with surprise move to London Irish this summer
Simon Zebo
The winger could be set to join former Ireland head coach Declan Kidney at the Brentford Community Stadium
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