Person: J Turnbull

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Reluctant return of Ireland players boosts Connacht

On the one hand, Andy Friend is delighted that only Bundee Aki is missing on Six Nations duty as Connacht prepare for a real 10-pointer against a Cardiff Blues side who are just below them in the table.

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Van Graan happy as youthful Munster come of age in Cardiff

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Jack O’Donoghue to skipper much-changed Munster for Cardiff assignment

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Friend wants to bottle Connacht’s family vibe

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Bradley hails Connacht’s new statement of intent

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Leinster must fill void back where Nacewa started out

Three Barrett brothers make All Blacks history

Beauden, Jordie, and Scott Barrett will become the first trio of brothers to start a Test together for the All Blacks when they line up in the series-opener against France at Auckland’s Eden Park on Saturday.

Fri, 08 Jun, 2018

Cool Anscombe kicks Cardiff to victory

European Rugby Challenge Cup final

Sat, 12 May, 2018

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.

Sat, 30 Sep, 2017

Keane ‘gut’ reaction to defeat

Connacht lacked so much ‘attitude and commitment’ according to coach Kieran Keane who bristled with frustration as his side lost for the third time in four PRO14 games on Saturday.

Mon, 25 Sep, 2017

Connacht look to Andrew Deegan against ‘high quality’ Cardiff Blues

Connacht have turned to new out-half Andrew Deegan as they seek a crucial home win against Cardiff Blues.

Sat, 23 Sep, 2017

Leinster net bonus point with late tries

Three tries in eight stunning minutes helped Leinster to a bonus point win over Cardiff Blues at the RDS.

Sat, 09 Sep, 2017

No distractions for Leinster ahead of second round of Guinness PRO14

Leo Cullen has warned that Leinster cannot allow their upcoming South African trip to distract them from the business at hand tonight when they face Cardiff Blues at the RDS in the second round of the Guinness PRO14.

Fri, 08 Sep, 2017

No distractions for Leinster ahead of second round of Guinness PRO14

Fri, 08 Sep, 2017

Ulster welcome back Iain Henderson and Chris Henry

Iain Henderson and Chris Henry return to the Ulster side for this evening’s Guinness Pro 12 game at Cardiff Blues, a match both teams regard as critical to relaunching their seasons.

Sat, 03 Dec, 2016

Connacht dig it out to give campaign a boost

Connacht 18 Cardiff Blues 7: Connacht gave their PRO12 campaign a badly needed boost with a hard-earned win at the Sportsground last night, when they scored their biggest ever win over Cardiff.

Sat, 26 Nov, 2016

Cardiff Blues v Leinster - Guinness PRO12 Round 5

Leinster tune up for big battles in quest for Champions Cup

Cardiff Blues 13 Leinster 16 

Mon, 03 Oct, 2016

Rob Kearney: Jury out on astro pitches

Rob Kearney is in no doubt that the new breed of artificial turf makes for a better spectacle, but he remains to be convinced it is not coming at the cost of an increased injury toll.

Sat, 01 Oct, 2016

Simon Zebo adds to Munster injury woes ahead of Cardiff clash

No sooner did Rassie Erasmus solve one injury crisis at Munster with the loan signing of Springbok centre Jaco Taute than another reared its head with Simon Zebo ruled out of action for five weeks.

Fri, 09 Sep, 2016

Deadly Cardiff Blues open up Munster

Munster’s charge towards the top four of the Pro12 hit a speed bump as they slipped to a 37-28 defeat at Cardiff Blues.

Sun, 20 Mar, 2016

‘Cup finals’ all the way as Munster hunt top four spot

“It’s like every game we play from here on, we’re in cup final mode.”

Fri, 18 Mar, 2016

Mike Ross and Cian Healy return as Leinster edge past Cardiff

Cardiff Blues 13 Leinster 14: Mike Ross and Cian Healy have been back to make a seamless return for Ireland if they are recalled for Saturday’s Six Nations clash against England.

Mon, 22 Feb, 2016

Munster v Leinster - Guinness PRO12 Round 10

Leinster cosy with ‘carpet’

Plastic pitches, 3G surfaces, artificial turf.

Sat, 20 Feb, 2016

Cardiff Blues v Connacht - Guinness PRO12 Round 9

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

Cardiff Blues 20 Connacht 16: Connacht’s poor record at the Arms Park continued last evening when they lost their grip on the lead of the Guinness Pro12 to a dogged Cardiff Blues.

Sat, 05 Dec, 2015

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

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

Ludik shines as Ulster stay second

Guinness Pro12

Sat, 28 Mar, 2015

Mighty Munster dispatch Blues at Musgrave Park

As expected, Munster proved too strong for Cardiff Blues as they sealed another Guinness Pro 12 victory at Musgrave Park tonight and maintained their third place in the table.

Sat, 14 Feb, 2015

Munster’s JJ Hanrahan utilised at full-back for tonight’s clash against Cardiff

Guinness Pro12

Sat, 14 Feb, 2015

Moore ready for tough front-row battle with Jenkins

Cardiff Blues may be lying ninth in the Pro12 table, but with a pack boasting three British and Irish Lions, as well as a recalled Alex Cuthbert on the wing, Leinster know it won’t be easy at the Arms Park.

Sat, 10 Jan, 2015

Cardiff hold on to avenge home defeat and give Dragons the blues

Newport Gwent Dragons 9 Cardiff Blues 11

Fri, 02 Jan, 2015

Another great escape for Munster

Cardiff Blues 24 Munster 28

Mon, 03 Nov, 2014

Copeland back in action in old Arms stomping ground

Robin Copeland’s return to the BT Cardiff Arms Park where he enjoyed two highly successful years before linking up with Munster this season and the first appearance of Argentine international Luis Gonzalez Amorosino on the wing for Cardiff Blues adds considerable interest to this evening’s Guinness Pro12 clash.

Sat, 01 Nov, 2014