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Rassie Erasmus calls for cavalry as Reds seek redemption

If you are going to make changes in the aftermath of a crushing defeat you would be advised to have a few British & Irish Lions hanging around the place looking for some game time and that is just the luxury Rassie Erasmus has at his disposal this afternoon.

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Rory Best to double up as Ulster skipper against Cardiff

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Munster can’t afford another setback

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Mike Ross and Cian Healy return as Leinster edge past Cardiff

Munster v Leinster - Guinness PRO12 Round 10

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Leinster cosy with ‘carpet’

Cardiff Blues v Connacht - Guinness PRO12 Round 9

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Connacht’s winning streak ends as lowly Cardiff Blues take step up

Landmark night for Connacht Rugby talisman John Muldoon

John Muldoon becomes the first player to make 200 appearances in the Guinness Pro12 when he leads Connacht against Cardiff at Arms Park this evening (7.05pm).

Fri, 04 Dec, 2015

Even in victory, Anthony Foley demands improvement

Munster 35 Cardiff Blues 27: Five tries, five match points and their place at the top of the Guinness Pro12 table was the prize for Munster at Musgrave Park on Saturday, but the most avid home fan would admit that Cardiff were unlucky not to even take home a losing bonus point.

Mon, 19 Oct, 2015

Goals key as Mourneabbey retain ladies title

Mourneabbey 3-9 St Val’s 0-9: Two first-half goals powered Mourneabbey to a second successive Cork ladies senior football crown at Carrigaline last night.

Thu, 15 Oct, 2015

WATCH: Leo Cullen gets winning home start

Leinster 23 Cardiff Blues 15: It proved a successful competitive home debut for Leo Cullen at the RDS on Saturday evening, as Leinster held off a game display from Cardiff Blues to secure their first win of the Guinness Pro12 season.

Mon, 14 Sep, 2015

Cardiff give Ulster a wake-up call ahead of Saracens’ clash

Cardiff 28 Ulster 23

Mon, 31 Mar, 2014

Leinster boost as Strauss back for clash with Cardiff Blues

Leinster have been boosted by the return to fitness of Richardt Strauss as they aim retake top spot on the RaboDirect PRO12 table with victory over Cardiff Blues at Arms Park this evening (8.05pm kick-off).

Thu, 20 Feb, 2014

Penney gets huge boost

Munster resume RaboDirect Pro12 duty tonight boosted in their bid to maintain momentum at the top of the table by the return of several Ireland squad members.

Sat, 23 Nov, 2013

BOD makes class tell

Leinster 34 Cardiff Blues 20

Sat, 28 Sep, 2013

Elwood: Connacht ready to end Cardiff hoodoo

It is 12 years since Connacht came away from Cardiff Arms Park with a win, and coach Eric Elwood says that needs to change when the sides meet this evening in the RaboDirect Pro12 (7.30pm).

Fri, 22 Feb, 2013

Ryan aiming to keep Leinster in the hunt

RaboDirect PRO12: Cardiff Blues v Leinster

Fri, 08 Feb, 2013

Laulala back with a bang

Cardiff Blues 18 Munster 24

Sat, 03 Nov, 2012

Munster braced for Blues backlash

The return to home comforts at Cardiff Arms Park tonight is no guarantee to help the Blues end a dismal run of defeats by Munster, but director of rugby Phil Davies remains hopeful the visitors might find it hard to grind out a result there.

Fri, 02 Nov, 2012

Reddan: PRO12 sets the standard

Soul II Soul.

Sat, 27 Oct, 2012

Seven-try Ulster turn on the power in Cardiff

Cardiff Blues 19 Ulster 48

Sat, 29 Sep, 2012

Elwood upset over ‘missed opportunity’

Connacht 9 Cardiff Blues 13

Mon, 03 Sep, 2012

Connacht big guns to miss Cardiff battle

None of Connacht’s new big-name signings feature in today’s opening RaboDirect Pro 12 clash against Cardiff at the Galway Sportsground (5pm).

Sat, 01 Sep, 2012

Warburton returns to action with Cardiff Blues

WALES captain Sam Warburton will return to action when the Cardiff Blues launch their Heineken Cup campaign in Paris tonight.

Fri, 11 Nov, 2011

Keatley cool as Munster dig deep to edge Cardiff

MUNSTER maintained their winning start to the season and while they conceded their first try of the season, another superb defensive display was the foundation for victory at Cardiff City Stadium last night.

Sat, 24 Sep, 2011

Cork at strength for Dubs clash

CORK boss Robbie Smythe has a full squad to chose from ahead of today’s All-Ireland Minor Ladies football final with Dublin in Birr (2.30pm).

Mon, 01 Aug, 2011

Blues boss Young is wary of Ulster raid

CARDIFF BLUES boss Dai Young is expecting a stern test from Ulster in tomorrow’s Magners League clash at Cardiff City Stadium (3.45pm).

Sat, 20 Nov, 2010

Marshall keen to grab Ulster chance

PINT-SIZED scrum-half Paul Marshall will relish the opportunity to shine when Ulster finish their home Magners League programme against the Cardiff Blues tonight (7.30).

Fri, 24 Apr, 2009

Connacht braced for Blue tide

AS THE gap widens between Connacht and those above them in the Magners League, every game is becoming more critical, and few more so than a home fixture against the Welsh team immediately above them.

Fri, 06 Mar, 2009

Best returns to duty for Ulster

IRELAND hooker Rory Best will lead Ulster’s Magners League challenge against Glasgow at Ravenhill on Saturday night although Stephen Ferris and Paddy Wallace are still unavailable.

Thu, 05 Mar, 2009

Cardiff aim to give Leicester the blues

LEICESTER are hurtling towards a Pool Four decider against European champions Munster in Limerick tomorrow week, but they cannot allow such an enticing prospect to overshadow their Welford Road appointment with Cardiff Blues this afternoon (3pm, Sky Sports).

Sat, 13 Jan, 2007

Minors are left to restore Leeside pride

CORK’s minor footballers will be bidding to restore the battered football pride in the county as they tackle Dublin tomorrow at Croke Park for a place in the All-Ireland final.

Sat, 30 Aug, 2003

Ó hAilpín cleared to play for Cork

SETANTA Ó hAILPÍN has been cleared to play with Cork in tonight’s Munster U21 HC semi-final against Limerick at Páirc Uí Chaoimh (7.30).

Wed, 09 Jul, 2003