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Rob Carney is tackled 15/3/2026
S Donal Lenihan: Munster’s future may well depend on developing their cohort of emerging talent
While it will take Munster some time to develop a cohort of their emerging talent to be ready to compete at next level, I can’t escape the feeling it will prove a worthwhile investment in the long run.

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Ireland v Scotland - Guinness 6 Nations Rugby Championship
S Donal Lenihan: Why this could be Ireland’s best Six Nations never won under Andy Farrell
Ireland’s Six Nations campaign revealed new depth, emerging talent and resilience despite missing out on the title

Wed, 18 Mar, 2026

Ireland v Scotland - Guinness 6 Nations Rugby Championship
S Donal Lenihan: France (probably) deserved to win it all but Ireland reap long-term benefits
Fitting in so many ways that this incredible tournament should come down to the last play in the last game. The drama from start to finish has been non-stop.

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Tadhg Beirne catches the ball from a lineout 6/3/2026
S Donal Lenihan: Ireland's forwards have the capacity to decide Dublin Six Nations finale
So many contests still come down to the quality of ball delivered by the real heroes — at least in my mind — up front.

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Jack Crowley and Paul O'Connell 10/3/2026
S Donal Lenihan: Something for everyone as six nations jostle for final word
Given the way this crazy championship has evolved, whatever you consider the most unlikely scenario, put your house on that materialising.

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

David Bishop of Pontypool
S Donal Lenihan: Dogfights in Pontypool Park and the way they might look at you
As Munster captain on the night, he called me forward with the famous Pontypool tie in hand and declared “from one old c*** to another old c***” as he presented me with my piece of memorabilia.

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026

Jamie Osborne scores a try 21/2/2026
S Donal Lenihan: Twickenham win turned the tide — but can France be stopped?
The most impressive thing about the French on Sunday was their ability to create tries out of nothing. That’s what out-and-out pace allows you to do.

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Robert Baloucoune makes a run 21/2/2026
Donal Lenihan: A great day to be Irish at Twickenham as Farrell takes the right path
Despite some patchy performances of late, the Irish players knew they weren’t alone. There’s always something special in the air when we go to London.

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Leonardo Marin is tackled by Garry Ringrose and Stuart McCloskey 14/2/2026
S Donal Lenihan: Leadership void and young talent questions hang over Ireland
Three-week Six Nations run intensifies pressure on Ireland as leadership gaps and midfield depth concerns surface before Twickenham

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Jack Conan after the match 14/2/2026
S Donal Lenihan: It's 26 years since such major surgery to an Irish team. We were backed into a corner then
Despite the win, Ireland were far from perfect.

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

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