Plunging stocks, panicked banks and the US in crisis have helped replace the imagery of Celtic Tigers with the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. But is the hype been driven by merchants of misery or genuine economic trends? Conor Ryan investigates.

John Duddy has been hit with a late change of opponent for his headline bout on the next Hunky Dorys Fight Night at the National Stadium on October 20.

JOHN DUDDY will have a new opponent when he headlines the Celtic Tigers bill at the National Stadium on October 20 and matchmaker Tomás Rohan says it may be a man who has fought for a world title.

LOVE it or loathe it, the game and business of golf exerts a moneyed influence on the places it lands.

THE suggested formation of a Celtic Tigers representative team to play test rugby against touring sides from the Southern Hemisphere, has received short shrift from the home unions.

A "Celtic Tigers" side representing Scotland, Ireland and Wales against the leading Test nations will be among the ideas discussed when the Celtic League clubs hold their first full meeting in Dublin today.

KILKENNY GAA chairman Ned Quinn last night backed the strong stance taken by top hurlers in the county over Croke Park funding for the All Ireland champions.